- Do I need a referral or prescription from my child's doctor before booking?
- If your insurance does not require one, you may schedule directly.
- What happens at the first visit?
- The therapist will discuss possible therapy goals with you.
- What paperwork should I bring to the first appointment?
- Please bring the contact information for your child’s primary doctor.
- What if my insurance doesn't cover therapy?
- Our office can provide documentation that may be helpful for an appeal.
- Do I pay anything at the first visit?
- Payment requirements vary between insurance plans.
- What do I do if my insurance denies the evaluation?
- We encourage you not to give up after an initial denial.
- My child hasn't been diagnosed yet. Can we still come in?
- We can provide recommendations based on the evaluation findings.
- My child has an IEP or gets therapy at school. Can they also see you?
- We can focus on functional skills that support daily life.
- How long does the evaluation take?
- The first visit may take longer than regular therapy sessions.
- How soon will I get the evaluation results?
- We will discuss the results in language that is easy to understand.
- Do you have after-school or evening appointments?
- Some therapy providers have later appointments available.
- Do you have Saturday appointments?
- Saturday appointments are not part of our current schedule.
- How often will my child come in?
- The therapist will explain the recommended frequency after the evaluation.
- What happens if I need to cancel or reschedule?
- Please notify us as early as possible if plans change.
- Will my child see the same therapist every time?
- We will keep your child’s treatment goals consistent if a provider changes.
- Will my child work with you directly, or with an assistant?
- The treating therapist will remain involved in the plan of care.
- Is there parking?
- Yes, there is parking available for appointments.
- Is your office accessible for a stroller or wheelchair?
- Yes, wheelchair access is available.
- Can I stay in the room with my child?
- Yes, you may remain nearby during the therapy session.
- Can I bring my other children with me?
- We ask families to supervise siblings throughout the visit.
- What should my child wear?
- Soft and flexible fabrics are often a good choice.
- My child gets upset with new people. How do you handle that?
- We use encouragement rather than pressure.
- How will I know if my child is making progress?
- We will also explain areas that may still need support.
- Will you give me things to practice at home?
- We want home activities to feel manageable rather than overwhelming.
- How can I reach you between visits?
- Please use our office phone number for appointment-related questions.
- Do you share reports with my child's doctor or school?
- School communication can help coordinate educational and therapeutic goals.
- Do you work with children who are autistic or have a developmental delay?
- We respect each child’s unique way of learning and communicating.
- Do you work with children who are bilingual at home?
- We consider the child’s language history during evaluation.
- What does a typical session look like?
- Parents may be invited to participate in activities.
