Our child/adolescent services include evaluation and treatment of anxiety, depression, ADHD, school problems and behavioral problems. Services provided include diagnostic assessments, individual therapy, group therapy, and psychological testing. Knowlton, O'Neill & Associates, P.C. is participating with BCBSND and BCBSMN and other third-party payers. We are on the panels of most insurance networks. We also accept Medicare as well as North Dakota and Minnesota medical assistance.
Our mission...
is to provide the highest quality mental health services in a relaxed, respectful atmosphere. Confidentiality and the provision of expert care is of utmost concern.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to speak with my primary care physician or get a referral before making an appointment?
No. Although it is a good idea to inform your primary care physician that you are considering therapy, it is not required. If your insurance plan is a network product and Knowlton, O'Neill & Associates is not part of your network, you may need an out-of-network referral to obtain maximum coverage from your insurance plan. You can call your insurance carrier for more information. Call our office staff if you have any questions.
My child is in therapy. How will I, as a parent, be involved?
You can expect to be actively involved in your child's therapy in a number of ways, including:
- Providing information necessary to understand the nature of the difficulties your child is having.
- Working as a team member with your child's therapist to develop a treatment plan.
- Carrying out interventions at home and in the community to help your child.
Does therapy work?
By helping you clearly define your problems and teaching you to look more objectively at the behaviors, feelings and thoughts related to your problems, you can learn more effective ways of dealing with your difficulties. There is no guarantee that therapy will help you, but a study by Consumer Reports found that 9 out of 10 people surveyed said that psychotherapy had helped them.
Is my therapy kept confidential?
Yes. Confidentiality is protected by law and also by a professional code of ethics. There are certain limits to confidentiality, such as suspected child abuse or imminent risk of suicide or homicide. These limits will be explained to you in writing when you come for your initial appointment. Except for the legal limits of confidentiality, we will not release any information unless requested to do so by you in writing.
Where can I go to find more information on therapy?
The American Psychological Association has a good web page that contains useful information on therapy and on finding a therapist. The address is http://helping.apa.org