Frequently Asked Questions
Q) What is a behavior interventionist?
A) A behavioral interventionist assists individuals in awareness of their negative, disruptive, or harmful behaviors and replace with constructive behaviors. A behavioral interventionist applies the practice of community health, social work, psychology, counseling, and education.
Q) What does a behavior interventionist do?
A) A behavior interventionist focuses on specific negative behaviors that interferes with an individual’s ability to function in various environments and relationships (school, home, work, social) and targets those negative behaviors through treatment plans and researched-based interventions and strategies.
Q) What is educational psychology?
A) Educational psychology is a practice that studies how people learn, human development, and motivation as it relates to learning abilities and learning styles in children, adolescents, and adults.
Q) What does an educational psychology coach and consultant do?
A) Many people confuse educational psychology with school psychology; however, there are differences. One of the main differences is that in educational psychology the professional does not work directly with the students, but rather works with those who work directly with the students such as school administrators, teachers, and parents. In educational psychology the professional researches and analyzes academic and behavior data and observations to introduce new, or restructure, instructional methods and behavior management skills and strategies to accommodate students who are struggling academically. In school psychology the professional works directly with the students and focuses on the psychological needs of students by providing psychological evaluations and counseling services.
Q) Can session be conducted in the homes?
A) Intake sessions and consultations are conducted in our offices, or teleconference. Coaching ad intervention sessions and observations are conducted in the home, school, or workplace.
Q) What if I am experiencing a setback in between sessions?
A) Many times people find themselves faced with challenges in between sessions and because of the emotional influences brought on by the challenges clients may have difficulty rationalizing their situation. To accommodate this need, I offer 30 minute phone consultations (crisis prevention) in between sessions.
Q) How am I billed?
A) After your intake session an invoice will be emailed, or mailed, to you detailing the agreed upon number of sessions and rates. Payment must be received at least 2 days prior to the first session (not the intake session). Payments can be made by mail using a check or money order, or credit card (Visa, Master Card, Discover, and American Express). Payment plans are also offered as needed.
Q) What if I need to cancel a session?
A) You may cancel and reschedule a session at least 2 days prior to the next session without a cancellation fee. If less than a 2 day notice is given then a cancellation fee of $50 will be applied to the client account.
