BehavioralBridge Care

Bridging kids from ‘no’ to ‘yes,’ for calm, cooperative care

Does your child panic before medical appointments?
Do doctor or dentist visits lead to meltdowns or restraint?
Is brushing teeth, bathing, haircuts, or taking medicine a daily struggle?You’re not alone. Many children feel overwhelmed during medical, dental, and everyday care routines, and most families are never taught how to help.At BehavioralBridge, I provide specialized, gentle behavior support to help children feel safe, confident, and in control during health-related care.Who I help
I work with children ages 2–10 who:Feel anxious about doctor, dental, or haircut visitsResist blood draws, vaccines, or other medical proceduresStruggle with brushing teeth, flossing, bathing, haircuts, or taking medicationAre neurodivergent, sensory-sensitive, or have difficulty with transitionsMy Approach
I use step-by-step, trauma-aware strategies that reduce fear and build willing participation.*Assent-based: Your child’s comfort and signals guide every step*Play-based: We use toys, dolls, stuffed animals, role-play, and simple stories to help your child learn care routines in a safe and engaging way*Trauma-informed: Safety and emotional regulation come first*Behaviorally grounded: Small, supported steps that create real progress*Collaborative with parents: You’ll learn how to support your child with confidence*Neurodiversity-affirming: Respect for all communication and sensory needsI incorporate a trauma-guided shaping procedure I developed to help children participate in care they previously feared or avoided.Services
Services are available in-home, via teletherapy, or in the community wherever support is needed (including medical or dental settings).All therapy is designed to be short and targeted—typically 6–8 weeks.
The goal is for your child to gain skills quickly so you no longer need me and can confidently support care routines on your own.Medical visit preparation: Helping children feel ready, calm, and confident before doctor or dentist visits.Support for blood draws and vaccines: Teaching your child to get through needle procedures with predictability and a sense of control.Home care routines: Turning everyday care from resistance into predictable, manageable routinesOther health-related care: Using medical devices, chronic health routines, taking medication, following provider instructionsAll services are private-pay, individualized, and designed to make care feel safe and accessible.I do not provide diagnosis for mental health conditions.Fill out interest form or email [email protected]

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Getting Started

You don't need a diagnosis or a referral. If your child fears the doctor, avoids the dentist, has trouble with hair cuts, or struggles with daily care routines such as brushing or taking medicine, I'm here to help.Services are available online throughout Washington State for home routines and in-person sessions within King County.Steps
1. Fill out Interest form to ensure fit
2. Initial Consultation: You tell me about the issue and we'll begin building a personalized step-by-step plan. I will meet the child and, if needed, complete a direct assessment with the child. We will then determine best approach for helping your child, whether that's purely parent coaching sessions, a mix of parent coaching and direct sessions with your child, virtual, or in-person.
3. Sessions: I will move instruction from me to you as quickly as possible. You'll learn how to guide progress with calm, consistent tools.

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💰Rates & Sliding Scale
Supporting Access to Care

I believe behavior support should be accessible to families regardless of income, and I offer a sliding scale to help make that possible. All services are billed directly to families. I do not accept insurance.Initial Assessment (45 minutes) – $195
This first meeting helps me understand your child’s history, your goals, and the specific challenges you are facing around medical, dental, or health-related routines. I will take a holistic view of what's going on including sensory sensitivities, past appointment experiences, and current behaviors. I will start identifying what’s driving the behaviors and how we can build trust and cooperation. Often there are component skills adjacent to the main goal that need to be identified and addressed as well. From this appointment, I will build a comprehensive plan.Ongoing Therapy Sessions (60 minutes) – $195
These sessions help your child build confidence, participation, and self-advocacy through shaping and coping strategies. I'll work directly with your child on skills to access care without distress. I also might instead coach you, the parents and caregivers, on implementing care routines or teach you to prepare your child leading up to medical visits. Each step is matched to your child’s pace and willingness and designed to fit your family and child's needs.🏥 Appointment Support (Medical, Dental Visits, or Salon Hair Cuts) – $210
Before the appointment, I will write up a behavior support plan for the provider based on the initial assessment or therapy session. I will join you virtually or in person during your child’s appointment to reduce fear, improve cooperation, and protect long-term trust. This includes real-time coaching for your child, guidance for providers on pacing, and live adjustments to avoid retraumatization or restraint. This service is especially useful when your child has had past negative experiences or shows high anxiety around appointments.Quick Parent Consult (20 Minutes – $115)Need strategies fast? Our 20-minute consult is designed for parents who want targeted, practical advice to help their child through a specific healthcare routine or upcoming appointment.This service is educational and coaching-based. A quick boost of behavior support when you need it most. If ongoing therapy or a more comprehensive plan is needed, we’ll guide you on next steps.Sliding Scale Access
If your family is navigating financial hardship, please reach out to discuss accessing sliding scale rates. Limited spots are available at sliding scale rates.❓ Have Questions About Pricing or Fit?
I offer a free 15-minute consultation to answer any questions, discuss your needs, and help determine if BehavioralBridge Care is the right fit. Email at [email protected] or fill out an interest form.

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