The agency opened its doors in 1977, providing group counseling for children whose parents were separated, divorced or remarried. Since that time, our services have expanded to serving the whole family, including parents. Kids In The Middle has an unparalleled base of knowledge and relevant experience offering the most comprehensive, expert counseling in the field.
Kids In The Middle (KITM) is a non-profit organization that empowers children, parents and families during and after divorce through counseling, education and support.
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Services Offered
Family Counseling - Family counseling is a helpful way for the entire family or perhaps a parent and child to talk about issues together. The goal of family counseling is to create better relationships and communication within the family. Different family members are included in the sessions depending on the family's needs.
Blended Family Counseling - KITM therapists also help with blended-family issues as parents form new homes with "his, hers and ours." These sessions may include various members of the blended family as roles in the family are clarified and relationships are strengthened.
Individual Counseling for Parents - Individual Counseling for Parents enables parents to stabilize themselves emotionally so they can focus on the needs of their children. This service is solution-focused and centers on the parent's ability to adjust to single parenting and learn how to assist their children through the divorce transition.
Co-Parenting Counseling - Co-Parenting Counseling is often recommended for parents exhibiting a high degree of conflict. Parents meet with the therapist together, separately or in a group. The goal of Co-parenting Counseling is to reduce parental conflict paving the way for positive communication and effective co-parenting. This provides safe, caring, nurturing environments for children in both parents' homes.
Group Counseling for Children - Group Counseling for Children ages 3½ through 18 is our core service and is the basis around which all other services revolve. Through group counseling activities, children assist each other in identifying and normalizing their feelings and help each other express themselves regarding the changes in their families. With the guidance of our therapists, children teach each other positive coping skills and acceptance; both of which help them now and in the future.
Individual Counseling for Children - Some children are more comfortable working with a therapist one on one, while others may need individual support in addition to group counseling.
Fees and Payment
We use a sliding-scale based on income and ability to pay. Most families qualify for reduced fees. No one is turned away based on ability to pay for services.
Kids In The Middle is also not in-network with any insurance providers; however, some insurance policies cover our services. It is up to the parent to call the insurance provider and ask if they will cover our services. If you opt to use insurance, keep in mind that you pay the full rate to Kids In The Middle at the time of service, and are reimbursed by your insurance company later.
Services Offered To: Teens Children
Special Groups: Bilingual
Payment: Sliding Scale Pro-bono Medicare
Online Counseling: Yes
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A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.