Frequently Asked Questions

The first step is to complete the contact form here. We will review your concerns and follow up with next steps, including whether family therapy, parent-child therapy, child therapy, or a diagnostic assessment is the best fit.

Tele-mental Health is the use of telecommunications or videoconferencing technology to provide mental health services. This service is specially designed for a busy schedule with flexible appointment times and virtual locations.

We value our client’s integrity and respect your rights and dignity.  My Simple Practice platform abides by HIPAA compliance and is HiTrust CFS certified.  

We work with children, adolescents, and families seeking support for behavioral challenges, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, mood changes, and parent-child conflict.

 No. All services are delivered exclusively via secure telehealth for families across Florida.

Individual sessions are typically 50–60 minutes. Diagnostic assessments include two evaluative sessions plus a report. Fees can vary by service and will be confirmed during scheduling.

We are adaptable to a variety of learning styles and needs, including neurodiversity. 

At Valentine Mental Health, we provide resource referrals as well as guidance on how to navigate those resources. 

It can be short term for 6 weeks - 8 weeks or long- term from 6 months - 1 year. Many people return to counseling over the course of a lifetime for added support. 

Cancellations require at least 24 hour notice; sessions canceled with less than 24 hours notice may be charged the full session fee. 

Family therapy helps improve communication, reduce conflict, and strengthen relationships at home. It focuses on patterns within the family system so changes are more sustainable.

Parent-child therapy focuses specifically on strengthening the relationship between parent and child. Sessions support healthier communication and cooperation while providing parents practical strategies.

Yes. Family therapy is often helpful for child behavior problems such as defiance, frequent power struggles, emotional outbursts, and escalating conflict at home.

Emotional regulation is the ability to manage big feelings in healthy ways. Many children need support learning to recognize emotions, calm their body, and communicate needs effectively.

Therapy helps identify triggers, teaches coping strategies, and supports parents with consistent responses. Over time, many families see fewer outbursts and more stability.

Yes. We offer diagnosis and assessment services for children and adolescents across Florida via telehealth, including evaluative sessions and a detailed diagnostic report.

If you need clarity about what is going on, symptoms are persistent, or concerns affect school or home life, an assessment may help guide treatment planning.

We are in-network with Aetna and Optum. For out-of-network plans, we use Thrizer to help families access benefits and submit claims. We may also offer a sliding scale for financial need.

That is very common. Complete the contact form and share what you are noticing. We will help guide you toward the best starting point.