Story-Book Process
CUSTOM PARENT COACHING WITH TOOLS THAT WORK
INTAKE
First us adults schedule a virtual meeting. We move through an intake questionnaire designed to gather information about your child and family. If necessary, Vanessa offers in-home observations and 1:1 play therapy. With family consent, grown-ups are able to confidentially upload or share videos with Vanessa, representing certain concerns or moments happening at home.
CREATE
Once we start to unveil the underlying need, we begin to create your child's custom story-book. Vanessa designs a first draft for the adults to review and collaborate on together. She requests visual supports, like pictures, to enrich the child's book with familiarity and comfort. Vanessa adds the language scripts you use at home to ensure consistency. Once completed, Vanessa supports the introduction of your child's story-book with you. In certain circumstances, children are invited to work on story-books as a method of behavioral support.
COMMUNICATE
The adults schedule reflection meetings as needed, communicating through all parts. This includes: (1) How to introduce the child's story-book at home, and (2) How to reinforce the story’s messaging through daily rituals, routines, and family habits. As we gather your child’s feedback along the way, we consider additional avenues of support for children and grown-ups.