Tameka Givens

During our first session, my goal is to create a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. We'll spend time getting to know each other, discussing what brought you to therapy, exploring your current concerns, and identifying your goals for treatment.

Communication with parents depends on the age of the child, their needs, and the goals of therapy. I believe parents and caregivers play an important role in a child's progress, so I provide regular check-ins to discuss general progress, goals, and ways to support your child outside of sessions.

Yes, when it aligns with your goals and feels helpful. I often encourage clients to practice the skills we discuss between sessions because real growth happens outside of therapy.

The length of therapy varies depending on factors such as age, diagnosis, the concerns being addressed, and each client's individual goals.

While I encourage open communication between teens and their parents or caregivers, I also respect the teen's privacy so they feel comfortable engaging in therapy. The exception is if there are safety concerns, such as risk of harm to themselves or others, suspected abuse or neglect, or other situations where I am legally and ethically required to disclose information. I discuss these confidentiality guidelines with both the teen and their parent or caregiver during our first session so everyone understands what to expect.

Therapy is a collaborative process, and we decide together when it's time to end services. Rather than ending abruptly, we'll prepare for the transition by reviewing what you've learned, identifying ways to maintain your progress, and creating a plan for handling future challenges. If new concerns arise later, you're always welcome to return for additional support.