by Brenna Hicks | Dec 12, 2016
One of the most commonly asked questions when I meet with parents is, “Do you accept insurance?” And, my simple answer is no. But, it is much more complicated than that and requires more of an explanation. As a play therapist who specializes only in...
by Brenna Hicks | Nov 29, 2016
I often talk to parents who hear about play therapy, but think that their ten to fifteen year olds are too mature for it. Although play therapy is traditionally offered to children up to ten years old, the foundational principles that underlie the approach are...
by Brenna Hicks | Oct 28, 2016
As I meet with families weekly who are currently experiencing or have experienced a separation/divorce, I am made aware of the unique situations that arise out of joint and shared custody arrangements. If one parent decides to seek therapy for a child, what are the...
by Brenna Hicks | Oct 20, 2016
I often meet with parents who are surprised about the confidentiality rules regarding minors in mental health counseling. In the medical field, parents and legal guardians are granted full access to records, treatment planning, and decision making. In therapy,...
