Where are you located?

I am located in the Kansas City Metro area and licensed to practice in the states of Missouri and Kansas. Virtual services are available to anyone located throughout these states and mobile play therapy is available in the Johnson County, KS area.

What are the benefits of mobile play therapy?

I have found mobile play therapy to be incredibly beneficial for so many reasons! When it comes to your child’s progress, meeting them in their familiar environment is a game changer. Children are typically more comfortable and jump into therapy faster than when they have to adjust to being in a new environment. I work with a systems perspective so I find it incredibly helpful when I can see a child in their day to day life vs. them coming to my environment, which can be limiting.

When in schools, I am able to speak directly with teachers and staff to support them in supporting your child during their day as well as ways you can support them at home. Plus, it removes the barrier that parents often feel when it comes to getting their child services as you don’t have to leave your job every week to pull your child out of school and transport them to session.

What are the benefits of virtual therapy? 

Early Emotions services are virtual through a secure video platform. Virtual services allow parents to receive mental health services from their own home (or car!) without the worry about having to get a babysitter or fit in time for a commute.

I am a mom myself and understand the juggle of small kids at home. While uninterrupted time is great, when possible, I am completely supportive of your need to make it work with kids at home. Many of my clients plan screen time or another activity for their child in the next room while we meet online and I am totally fine with kids popping in and out to say hi!

Can you work with my child directly?

Yes! I offer mobile play therapy services, meaning I come to your home or your child’s school to provide services in their familiar environment. Services available only in Johnson County, KS and spaces are limited.

How long are sessions and how often will we meet?

Parent sessions are typically up to 50 minutes long. Shorter sessions can be schedule upon request but are usually discouraged at the beginning stages of therapy as the full 50 minutes are needed. 

Mobile play therapy sessions can be either 30 minutes or 45 minutes, depending on your preference and availability. Younger children typically benefit from the 30 minute sessions, while kids in elementary school do well with the 45 minute sessions.

I encourage clients to begin therapy on a weekly basis, when possible. As we work together, sessions can be increased or decreased to best support your needs.

What can I expect from parent therapy? 

My goal is to make our time together whatever you need it to be. For some parents, they are looking for more concrete goals and homework assignments to address their child’s needs, while other parents feel best supported by being given the space to express their emotions in a way that is often not available for them. If you are starting therapy for the first time, you might not have any idea of what you need therapy to look like and that’s okay! Together, we will figure out how you best feel supported.

What can I expect from play therapy?

For mobile play therapy, I bring the play therapy room to your child! I bring specifically chosen toys to help your child navigate their big emotions, whether that be anger, frustration, anxiety, or sadness. Children typically love play therapy sessions as they are given the opportunity to express themselves through their first language - play! Depending on the age and needs of the child, sessions may be held with therapist and child alone or include parents or siblings.

Is what we discuss confidential?

As a licensed mental health professional, I am ethically and legally bound to protect your privacy, including all information shared during our sessions together, with few exceptions.

Exceptions include:

You provide written permission to share information.

Disclosures or reasonable suspicion of abuse or neglect of a child or dependent adult.

Disclosures or reasonable suspicion of intent to harm to yourself or another individual.

Confidentiality information is detailed further in intake paperwork that is completed before our first session and I am happy to answer any questions you may have.

Do you take insurance?

As with most specialized therapists, I do not accept any insurance plans.

You may qualify for out-of-pocket benefits through your insurance, where I would provide you with a Superbill that you would submit to your insurance for reimbursement. I encourage all potential clients to contact your insurance company to see what your out-of-pocket benefits are.

I accept payment through credit/debit card, HSA, or FSA.