Q: Who will answer my phone call or email message?

A: My assistant or myself will respond to phone calls and email messages.   

Q: What will the first therapy appointment consist of?

A: The first appointment will be a diagnostic visit lasting approximately 60-75 minutes.  We will discuss the problems you and/or your child are having.  We will also discuss what therapy consists of including individual expectations, costs, alternatives, and treatment methods to be used. 

Q: Do you take insurance?

A: I work with many insurance companies (e.g., BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, and Magellan) as an in-network provider and I will work with other companies as an out-of-network provider.  Generally, insurance companies reimburse anywhere from 50% to 80% percent depending on your plan and deductible. 

Q: What are the steps involved with an evaluation of my child?

A:  Each evaluation is different.  Typically, I will meet with the caregivers for a diagnostic visit where I will collect information about the child's history and learn what the caregivers hope to gain from the evaluation process.  During this visit, I will review with the caregivers what procedures will be used during the evaluation and an estimate of how long the evaluation will take place.  The child will then return for the testing session on another day.  Approximately two to three weeks after the testing session, I will meet with the caregivers to provide copies of my report and to review the results of the evaluation. 

Q: How long are therapy sessions?

A: Individual therapy sessions last for 50 minutes.  Group therapy sessions are scheduled for 75-90 minutes depending on the type of group. 

Q: How long will I or my child need to be in therapy?

A: The length of treatment depends on what you wish to address.  At the time of our first meeting, I will provide an estimate for the suggested length of therapy. Many persons often note improvements after a few sessions.  During the course of therapy, we may discuss extending the time between sessions (e.g., to meet monthly rather than weekly) to help us monitor progress after we have determined that significant gains have been made.  

Q: Is what I and/or my child share with my therapist confidential?

A: Your confidentiality is protected by state law and by the rules of my profession.  All information concerning clients is held confidential and is released only through procedures consistent with the law and professional ethics.  We will review the exceptions to confidentiality during our first session and I will provide you written material outlining the boundaries of confidentiality.

Q: What if I think I or my child need to be evaluated for medications?

A: I am licensed and trained to practice psychology, not medicine.  However, I often consult with physicians who prescribe medications to provide you with a medication consultation and/or continued medication management.

Q: Are you an Arkansas Medicaid provider?

A: No.

Please contact me with additional questions or if you would like to discuss any of the above information in more detail.