Getting started
A clear next step, at your family's pace.
There are four stages between first contact and ongoing support. How long each one takes depends on your family, your child's needs, and your coverage.
The pathway
Four stages, and what each one involves
You'll always know what the current stage is and what happens next. If you're unsure at any point, ask us.
Stage 1
Get in touch
You reach out by email, the consultation form, or by booking a free 15-minute consult online. Tell us as much or as little as you'd like at this point.
- Your part
- Share your contact details and a short note about your child.
- Our part
- Follow up to arrange a conversation about what you're looking for.
Stage 2
Discuss needs and coverage
We talk through what's happening in your child's day, which settings might help, and how coverage works for your plan.
- Your part
- Describe your priorities and share any relevant documentation you have.
- Our part
- Explain the options, answer questions, and look into coverage requirements with you.
Stage 3
Assessment and an individualized plan
A BCBA completes an assessment to understand your child's strengths and needs, then drafts a plan and reviews it with you.
- Your part
- Take part in interviews and say which proposed goals matter most.
- Our part
- Assess, write an individualized plan, and explain it in plain language.
Stage 4
Begin support and review together
Sessions begin in the agreed settings. Progress is reviewed with your family and the plan is adjusted as your child grows.
- Your part
- Share what's working at home and raise anything that isn't.
- Our part
- Deliver the plan, track progress, and revise goals as things change.
Come prepared
Questions to bring
You don't need to have these answered — they're just useful things to raise when we talk.
Service settings
Which settings would suit my child — home, school or daycare, the community, or a combination?
Scheduling
How would sessions fit around school, work, and the rest of our week?
Coverage
What does my plan require, and what information will you need from me?
Goals
How are goals chosen, how will I know if they're working, and how do I ask for a change?
Insurance
Coverage and authorization
Coverage depends on your plan and any required authorization. Contact us to discuss your coverage and next steps.
Availability and hours
Starting support
Contact us to discuss current availability and next steps. Recommended therapy hours are individualized after assessment.
Next step
Ready to take the first step?
Share your contact information and our team will follow up to discuss next steps.
Free 15-minute consults are available weekdays between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM CT. Prefer email? Write to info@treehousetherapymn.com