FAQ
Who do you work with?
We work with neurodivergent individuals, families of neurodivergent and medically complex children, caregivers, and the professionals and organizations who support them. Licensed therapy is available for children and teens ages 6 to 17 and for adults, with a focus on autism, ADHD, and developmental disabilities.
What's the difference between advocacy, coaching, and therapy?
Advocacy helps you understand and navigate systems like special education, so you can get the services and support your child needs. Coaching gives families ongoing, practical guidance and skill-building. Therapy is licensed mental health treatment that focuses on emotions, mental health, relationships, and well-being. Advocacy and coaching are not therapy. During your free consultation, we'll help you figure out which kind of support fits best.
Can I get advocacy and therapy from Alma at the same time?
Yes. Many families find it helpful to have one person who knows their whole story. Alma can support your family both as an advocate and as a therapist. At your free 15-minute consultation, she'll talk with you about how the two services stay distinct, what each one looks like, and which fits your family best right now, so you always know which kind of support you're getting.
Do you offer telehealth?
Yes. Telehealth is available now for clients in Oregon and Ohio, for therapy and for our other services. Sessions use secure, HIPAA-compliant video. Therapy by telehealth is available to clients who are located in Oregon or Ohio at the time of each session. In-person sessions in Oregon are available by request (waitlist) while we finalize office space.
I live in Ohio. Can I work with you?
Yes. Alma also holds an Ohio LISW, so Ohio clients can work with her by telehealth, including therapy. In-person services are currently offered in Oregon only.
Where are you located?
We are based in Veneta, Oregon. In-person sessions in Oregon are available by request (waitlist) while we finalize office space. Telehealth is available now in Oregon and Ohio. For advocacy, Alma can also attend IEP and 504 meetings in person at your child's school in Oregon.
Do you take insurance?
We are private pay only and do not participate in insurance panels. For therapy, superbills are available. You can submit a superbill to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement; check with your plan about your out-of-network benefits. Advocacy, coaching, training, and consulting are private pay and are not billed to insurance.
How much do services cost?
Here is an overview of our fees. The free 15-minute consultation is always free.
- Therapy: Private pay: full rate $175 per 55-minute individual session; $200 per 55-minute family session. Sliding scale available from $100 to $140 per session based on income (limited spots). Pro bono (currently full). Superbills available.
- IEP/504 advocacy: $150 per hour; records review $250; review + meeting prep + one IEP/504 meeting $650; 3-month "IEP Season" package $1,500.
- Advocacy skill-building for adults: $135 per 1:1 session; 4-session bundle $500; group workshop $45 per person.
- Parent/family coaching: $135 per session; 4-session bundle $500; monthly plan (2 sessions plus email support) $325 per month.
- Parenting guidance and family support workshops: $40 per person per session; 4-week series $140.
- Caregiver resource navigation: 60-minute consult with written resource plan $150; 3-session navigation package $375.
- Homeschool consulting: $110 per hour; Homeschool Plan package (intake, 90-minute session, written plan) $350.
- Life skills and training for youth and families: $110 per 1:1 session; group session $35 per person.
- Staff training, professional development, and organizational leadership training: 60–90 minute talk or keynote $500–$750; half day $1,250–$1,500; full day $2,250–$2,500. Mileage billed at the current IRS standard mileage rate for trainings outside Lane County.
- Organizational consulting and program development: $175 per hour; 10-hour block $1,600; larger program builds quoted as a flat project fee.
- Community resource workshops: $25 per person; sliding-scale and free spots available for families in need.
All services are private pay, and we do not participate in insurance panels. The $100–$140 sliding scale applies to therapy. Advocacy, coaching, training, and consulting are not billed to insurance. Under federal law, if you are not using insurance, you have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate of expected costs before your services begin.
Will I get a Good Faith Estimate?
Because we're a private-pay practice, federal law (the No Surprises Act) gives you the right to a written Good Faith Estimate of your expected therapy costs when you schedule or any time you ask, and you can dispute a bill that's at least $400 more than your estimate. To learn more, see our Good Faith Estimate notice or visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.
Do I need a diagnosis to work with you?
No diagnosis is needed to get started. Whether you or your child has a formal diagnosis, suspects being neurodivergent, or simply knows something feels different, you are welcome here. We'll start with where you are.
Do you work with schools and organizations?
Yes. We offer professional development, leadership training, consulting, and custom mental health programs for schools, agencies, and community organizations.
What happens during the free 15-minute consultation?
Request one through the contact form, and we'll reach out to schedule it. We'll listen to what's going on, answer your questions, and talk about which services might help. There's no cost and no obligation.