NYC Child Therapy

BEGINNING THERAPY:

Treatment with a child therapist begins with a clinical consultation to identify reasons for seeking treatment. Additionally, we explore the presenting problem(s), and provided an assessment of therapeutic needs. Occasionally, additional sessions may be necessary prior to customizing an individualized treatment plan. When treating children and adolescents it is essential that the patient is accompanied by a parent or guardian for the initial consultation. Subsequent therapy sessions with minors will also involve parents or guardians. This is to ensure optimum treatment of presenting problems and collaboration of care.

PAYMENT AND INSURANCE:

Payment is due in full at the time of the session. Acceptable forms of payment include check, cash, Zelle and Venmo. NYC Child Therapy, PLLC is out-of-network with insurance. However, after meeting the deductible, most insurance plans may reimburse 60%-80% of the allowable amount for out-of-network mental health benefits. If you plan to have your insurance cover the cost of your sessions, please call your insurance company ahead and ask about your out of network benefits. Common CPT codes to ask your insurance provider about may include: 90791 (intake), 90834 (individual), 90847 (patient + family), and 90853 (group). NYC Child Therapy, PLLC will be happy to provide you with as much support as we can to help you submit your claim successfully.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Except for emergencies, NYC Child Therapy requests 48 hours advanced notice to cancel or reschedule sessions or the patient will be responsible for the full session fee.

CONFIDENTIALITY:

The privacy of communications between patient and therapist is protected by law. Release of information may only take place with a written consent from the patient or legal guardian. Confidentiality may only be void in two instances; when the patient is a danger to themselves or others, or when there is a suspicion that the patient is experiencing abuse.

Could My Child Need Professional Help?

Parents, it can be hard to tell the difference between normal changes as a child grows, and the symptoms of mental illness. Has your child:

Shown changes in their behavior? (e.g., an active child becomes quiet and withdrawn or a good student suddenly starts getting poor grades.
Changes in mood? (e.g., a child may show signs of feeling sad, anxious, guilty, angry, fearful, irritable or hopeless).
Started avoiding places or situations they didn’t use to avoid?
Recently complained of physical problems like frequent headaches or stomach aches, problems eating or sleeping, or a general lack of energy?
Started suddenly keeping to themselves?
Started to use alcohol or other drugs? Especially when alone?
Shown signs that they’re having trouble coping with regular activities and everyday problems?
Shown little regard for the feelings or property of others?
Expressed terror or disgust over their weight? Changed how they eat, in unhealthy ways?
Started making odd or repetitive movements beyond regular playing?
Deliberately hurt themselves or talked of suicide?

If your child is showing one or more of these changes and it’s interfering with their daily life, the best thing to do is talk to them about how they’re feeling. Then talk to your family doctor to rule out other explanations. It’s also important to connect to other supports in the school and community. If you suspect a problem or have questions, talk with your child’s pediatrician or contact a mental health professional. Keep in mind that all talk of suicide must be taken seriously.

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TO SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION PLEASE CONTACT NYC CHILD THERAPY, PLLC AT NYCChildTherapy@gmail.com