Raising Littles

Sleep, Reflux, Lactation, and Parenting

FAQ

DO YOU OFFER THERAPY?
  • I currently offer supportive therapy to residents located in Yukon, Canada. However, my work is largely based on education, support, and consultation. If you or your child are in need of clinical support, or you feel situation is an emergency, please consult with your medical doctor, a mental health clinician local to you, and/or phone your local emergency number (e.g., 911). Please note, that I administer screening tools and you are required to fill out a comprehensive intake form. Should anything of concern present during our work together, I will refer you to the appropriate service or professional as required.
WHAT DO YOU DO?
  • I specialize in infant and perinatal mental health. I also hold certifications in infant sleep and reflux, and I am currently pursing a certification in lactation. It is my goal to support families during the early years (0-3 years) in a variety of areas that influence infant-parent health and well-being. More specifically, I utilize my education and experience to provide support, education, and consultation services to caregivers. As well, I:
    • Support caregivers in fostering healthy, strong, and positive relationships with their children.
    • Help caregivers define their parenting goals, identify obstacles, and support them in creating and implementing a plan of action to achieve those goals.
    • Validate parental instincts.
    • Take a holistic, developmental, and relational approach.
    • Utilize evidence-based practice, as well as, a variety of tools (e.g., screens, motivational interviewing, therapeutic interaction).
    • Screen for developmental concerns, offer suggestions to facilitate development, and make referrals.
    • Assist with a variety of issues such as parental anger, parental connection, parental childhood, attaining mindfulness, achieving balance, behaviour challenges, discipline, transitions, routines, sleep, infant reflux, breastfeeding, etc…Any issue or question you have surrounding parenting or child development.
Why should I book with you rather than a traditional therapist?
  • Mental health and well-being falls on a continuum. Some individuals are on the mild end and benefit from therapeutic interactions such as, active listening, consultation, and education. Whereas, others are on the more severe side and require more intensive treatment. Unfortunately, those who are not deemed urgent often aren’t able to receive support because they don’t meet the clinical threshold. At the same, there aren’t many options for these people. Finally, services are greatly lack during the perinatal period and early years that is developmentally appropriate and holistic in nature. It is my goal to fill the gaps in the current service model and support families in creating healthy beginnings all under one roof.
DO YOU SLEEP TRAIN?
  • I DO NOT sleep train. Please refer here to learn more about my approach to sleep.
DO YOU OFFER SERVICES ONLINE?
  • Yes! I work with families all over the world via phone, video, text, and/or email. Please note that perinatal mental health support and supportive therapy is only offered to residents in Yukon, Canada.
ARE YOUR SERVICES COVERED BY INSURANCE?
  • If you are located in the Yukon, my services may be covered by your extended health benefits. It is up to the individual client to check with their provider regarding eligibility for coverage.
WHAT YOUR FEES?
  • The cost of services may vary and are subject to change each year. Currently, I charge $140 CAD per 60 minutes and $70 CAD per 30 minutes. Courses, guides, workshops, and support packages vary in price.
  • At this time, payment is due prior to your scheduled appointment for all non-therapeutic support (e.g., sleep, reflux, breast/chest feeding). For all therapeutic support, payment is due after your session.
  • Payment can be made via e-transfer, Paypal, or Stripe. Cash is accepted for Yukon residents.
DO YOU OFFER PAYMENT ON A SLIDING SCALE OR DO PAYMENT PLANS?
  • Yes, on a case by case basis. Please contact me to discuss further.
WHAT ARE YOUR QUALIFICATIONS?
  • I have a Bachelors and Masters in Psychology, and I am currently completing a PhD in Psychology. I am certified in Baby-Led Sleep and Well-Being and certified in Infant Reflux. In addition, I have training in breast/chest-feeding and perinatal mental health. To learn more about me, click here or to learn more about our approach, click here.
HOW IS CLIENT INFORMATION STORED?
  • Currently, we use a client management software, PracticeBetter, that is HIPAA, PIPEDA, and GDPR compliant. We use this software for booking, bookkeeping, payment, and all client related activities (e.g., intake forms, consents, screening questionnaires, and notes).
HOW DO I SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT?
WHAT IF IT DOESN’T WORK?
  • The success of our work together will depend on your unique goals, willingness, commitment, readiness for change, consistency, your child’s developmental stage, and your child’s unique needs. I do not offer guarantees.
WHAT AGES DO YOU WORK WITH?
  • Currently, I work with parents and their children ages 0-3.
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