FAQs
Do you accept insurance?
No, Behavior Roots is considered out of network however can offer a Superbill.
Do I need to submit any legal paperwork?
All clients may be subject to a background check and intake form before determining approval for services.
Are my sessions discussed with anyone else?
No. All services are HIPAA-regulated. Personal information is not disclosed outside of the session unless permission is given otherwise. However, it is important to note that Behavioral Roots is obliged to report any suspect of emotional, physical, or sexual abuse to the state and does not need permission from the client to report these.
What is the difference between coaching and therapy?
Therapy utilizes various therapeutic methods to address mental diagnoses and illnesses of individuals that can assist with the long-term results of trauma. It is a great healing treatment and is often a reoccurring (potentially life-long) process. Depending on the therapist, some individuals may attend therapy for years and still struggle with making changes or moving forward in their lives. This is where behavior coaching can assist.
Think of therapy as the fuel to the car, and coaching as the wheels to your car. Both are necessary to get the car moving but in different components. Coaching offers you the tools and parts to get you moving by bringing awareness to the barriers in your present environment. Once an individualized assessment is completed, we dive into guiding you through various tools to get you moving.
At Behavior Roots, we offer a unique service of therapeutic coaching which combines components of therapy and coaching for an effective and safe space to grow. The goal is for you to eventually leave with a solid foundation of who you are, and feel confident and empowered to build healthier relationships with yourself and others.
Both behavior coaching and personal therapy can be utilized in conjunction and may even be recommended depending on the individual’s personal history.
Where are services provided?
Services can be provided remotely (online) or in-person in the greater Atlanta area. Remote services are offered outside of Georgia and outside of the U.S. region.
What is the age range you service?
Annie accepts parents of all ages for parent training and adults single or married for behavior coaching
How far do you travel?
Any in-person services that surpass a 10 miles radius from the 30360 zip code area will require an additional travel fee. Please reach out to Annie for additional information.
What type of training does caregiver or parent training include?
Caregiver or parent training training can address the following: social-emotional regulation, executive functioning, adaptive life transitions (toileting, eating new foods, dressing), social skills with peers, verbal behavior training (including non-verbal language/ASL), IEP meetings, school behavior concerns, non-compliance, reducing problem behaviors, building rapport with your child, general play and problem solving skills, executive functioning, functional communication, cognition (matching, sorting, etc.), coping skills, academic. Annie specializes in neurodivergent children.