For children and adolescents under 16 years of age, we typically meet with the parents only first to ensure it is a good fit, for you to meet with the child’s therapist, to share concerns, and establish goals. We also encourage parents to meet with the therapist once a month to provide feedback and ensure continued collaboration with the family.For adolescents 16 years and above and young adults 18 years and above, we encourage the client to invite the parents into a few sessions so they can give direct feedback themselves with the therapist’s support, which enhances self-advocacy, communication, and understanding in the family system. At other times, the client agrees to their therapist speaking directly to the parents/family members for support and feedback. The client signs a Release of Information that allows the therapist to speak to the listed family members.If appropriate, we also offer family sessions, either with the child’s therapist or with a team member, to ensure that the family goals are being heard and met, and the whole family system is thriving.