Frequently Asked Questions

  • I offer two trauma-focused treatment modalities: Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI) and Therapeutic Beekeeping. These two treatments are quite different from one another, and you can learn more about them here.

    Working with me is collaborative and involves open, transparent, and compassionate communication. My approach is gentle, and I aim to make you and/or your child feel empowered and confident to grow into the individual you like to envision living out your future choices, relationships, and ambitions.

  • CFTSI is intended for ages 7-18 and the child’s caregiver. Therapeutic beekeeping can be tailored to ages 4+.

  • Getting started is simple. Reach out through the contact form or schedule a 15 minute consultation. We’ll explore whether the service you’re considering is a good fit. I’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.

  • At this time, I do not accept insurance, but I will provide you with a statement that you can submit to your insurance company to receive reimbursement for mental health services. I am also willing to fill out any documents or forms needed for you to receive reimbursement. Please know that reimbursement from your insurance is not a guarantee, and that you are responsible for payment prior to our sessions regardless of what your insurance company decides to do. I am also happy to consider payment plans for families in need and consider a sliding scale for certain circumstances.

    An initial intake appointment is 60 minutes in length and costs $150. Subsequent therapy sessions are 60 minutes in length and cost $135. All sessions are self-pay. Payment is due at the time of your appointment. I accept payment via credit/debit card and zelle.

  • I ask that you cancel within 24 hours of your scheduled appointment. Late cancellations or missed appointments will be subject to a fee.

  • A good faith estimate is an estimate of expected healthcare charges based on information gathered from our initial meeting. It was initiated based on the No Surprises Act which began January 1, 2022 and is designed to protect patients from receiving unexpected medical bills. If you are uninsured or are not planning to submit a claim to your insurance for the healthcare services you seek, you are entitled to a good faith estimate. Learn more about the No Surprises Act here.

General Practice Questions

  • Everyone is different. Some common reactions for children to experience include:

    • Difficulty feeling positive emotions and acting withdrawn

    • Negative thoughts and beliefs about themselves or the world

    • Memories, flashbacks, intrusive thoughts about the event

    • Working hard to avoid reminders

    • Feeling on edge or jumpy

  • CFTSI an evidence-based treatment for children between the ages of 7-18 and a caregiver.

    CFTSI is not limited to one specific type of traumatic event. Children may have experienced a single traumatic event such as a sexual assault or witnessing violence or have experienced ongoing abuse or multiple different traumatic events.

    CFTSI has also been successfully implemented and evaluated with clients from a range of ethnic and racial backgrounds. CFTSI materials have been translated and are readily available to Spanish-speaking families. If you are looking for a Spanish-speaking clinician, I am happy to help make a referral.

  • CFTSI is a short-term, early intervention model that must begin within 45 days of a potentially traumatic event or disclosure of abuse. Sessions are structured, and families typically complete CFTSI within 5 to 8 sessions.

  • At this time, I do not offer CFTSI sessions in-person. All sessions are held using a HIPAA compliant telehealth platform. Research has shown CFTSI to be equally effective when done virtually.

CFTSI Questions

Therapeutic Beekeeping Questions

  • You do not need to get closer to the bees than is comfortable for you. The underlying goals of therapeutic beekeeping are not to pressure you to handle the bees. If you start off by observing - that is okay! Often, however, with some time and education, kids and adults grow increasingly at ease around the bee hives. 

    If anything makes you uncomfortable, nervous, or unsure, we will talk it through and devise strategies to work through these feelings and experiences.

  • Approaching and opening a honey bee hive requires an awareness of one’s body in space and time, and a use of regulation strategies to ensure you meet the bees with a calm, smooth presence. Because of this, therapeutic beekeeping can be useful for individuals experiencing a host of mental health needs, including anxiety, depression, and trauma.

    Therapeutic beekeeping can also be useful for individuals experiencing social anxiety, bullying, low self worth, those with a TBI, or those diagnosed with developmental delays including autism, ADHD, and cognitive delays.

  • Close-toed shoes and ankle high socks- we’ll provide the rest! Dress comfortably.

  • While bee stings are unlikely because of the protective equipment you will be wearing, they do happen. A bee sting is like getting a shot from the doctor- it will hurt for 20 seconds or so, then the pain fades away. We will monitor the site and your body’s reaction. A normal reaction occurs immediately and includes pain that can last for a minute or two, followed by a reddening. Swelling may occur shortly thereafter or the next day.

Contact

Interested in learning more about Anchor & Fields’ services? You can reach me anytime via this contact form or by email. I aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.