Attachment Center of Kansas

What ages do you work with?

Attachment based therapy to available to children ages birth to 10 years old, or an older child who has been referred to me by a Registered Attachment Clinician.  Trauma treatment is available to children birth through 12.  My experience and training, as well as the comprehensive assessment tools I use, is limited to these age groups.

General therapy for children of all ages struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, grief and loss, low self-esteem and other common emotional and relationship struggles is also available through the center.

If you are looking for an attachment therapist for an older child or in a different state, or trying to find a residential treatment facility with an attachment based program, the Association for the Treatment and Training of Attachment in children has a directory of registered attachment clinicians and facilities on their website.  I am only aware of one other therapist in Kansas who has passed the qualifications needed to be a registered attachment therapist and she is located in Topeka.  Your insurance company may be able to assist you in finding a therapist who specializes in adolescent trauma treatment.

What is the cost of treatment?

Treatment cost depends on your insurance plan coverage of services as well as the co-pays and deductibles.  I also have reduced fees for families without insurance who are receiving two or more hours of treatment a week.  Currently an intake session is $155, an individual session is $105 and a family session is $125.  The required Attachment/Trauma assessment for attachment or trauma based therapy includes a fee for services that many not covered be covered by your insurance plan and this can cost between $50 to $150.

What insurances do you accept?

BCBS

Health Partners of Kansas

Preferred Plus of Kansas

Preferred Health Systems

Three Rivers Provider Network
Triwest Certified Provider

If your insurance company is not listed, you can check to see if your plan pays out of network benefits or if they will set up a special contract for services.

It is also important to contact your insurance company on any limits concerning out-patient behavioral health benefits, deductibles and co-pays to ensure you fully understand your financial obligations during treatment as you will be responsible for any services not covered or paid for by your insurance.

Are there any requirements in order to receive therapy at the Center?

A free phone consultation to determine if services at the center are appropriate for the family and  

An intake packet completed and brought to the first session.

For families wanting attachment and/or trauma based therapy, the following is required in addition to the above:

A comprehensive assessment to assist in developing an understanding of the child's problem areas including longevity and severity, the child's internal working model, attachment style, other co-occurring disorders, etc.  The results provide a framework for developing a preliminary treatment plan including the types of interventions and parenting needed.

Parent's agreement to participate in weekly long term therapy and provide appropriate parenting interventions in the home.

When can I get the first appointment?

A brief consultation is required to determine if treatment at the center is appropriate before an intake is scheduled.  An intake appointment is available within 1 to 10 business days depending on urgency, what times/days are available and if your insurance requires prior authorization.  

The Center is open by appointment only Monday through Thursday.  Usually hours after 3 pm are filled and when one does become available, it is offered first to current clients of the Center.

What can I expect at the first session?

An intake packet can be mailed out, e-mailed, faxed or downloaded from this website and should be completed and brought to the first session.  The intake session will involve reviewing the completed documentation from the intake packet and gathering other information to determine what needs to be addressed in treatment, the treatment schedule and a preliminary diagnosis.  Sessions are usually 45-50 minutes in length.

How long does treatment take?

The answer is based on many factors such as severity and durations of the problems, commitment of the client/family to address the problems and make changes, frequency of sessions, etc. 

Treatment is individualized and provided for as long as it is needed. Evaluation of progress is assessed and discussed throughout the treatment process and if needed changes are made. 

What is your success rate?

Approximately 75% of the children who received treatment at the Center completed the program.  Testing at the end of treatment showed a secure attachment to the parent/s, all trauma symptoms resolved, none or one mild emotional problem such as ADHD and all were average or above students.  Many of these children were in the mild to moderate severity range and were considered to be too emotional damaged to heal by other therapists and evaluators when they began therapy.  Another 20% did not complete the treatment program due to parents being unable or unwilling to providing the parenting interventions needed and/or wanting a quick fix.  The last 5% did not respond to treatment.  Appropriate parenting is a vital component to the success of treatment.

What are your privacy practices?

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