Here we go, friends! Today, we’re diving into the real nuts and bolts of launching a thriving kids therapy practice! If you’ve ever dreamed of a playroom that’s actually a treatment room, wondered how to navigate parents, paperwork, and school teams without losing your mind, or you’re ready to add kiddos to your caseload the right way—this episode is your shortcut.

I’m joined by my friend and kid-therapy powerhouse Melissa Griffing, MS, LPC, RPT, founder of Wellness Counseling in Dallas. She’s walking us through the five essentials you absolutely need: minor-ready forms and ROIs, rock-solid confidentiality with parents in the loop, a space that invites play and professionalism, a schedule that works for families and your life, and a referral web that makes you the hub of real change.

We’re talking scripts you can steal, room setup must-haves, custody curveballs, and practical rhythms for school coordination and parent consults. If you serve families—or want to—this conversation will save you months of guesswork and a few headaches, too.

Hit play, take notes, and let’s build a kids practice that’s ethical, sustainable, and wildly effective!

09:28 The Must-Haves for Working with Kids 12:45 Forms, ROIs, and Legal Nuances with Minors 16:11 Confidentiality and Keeping Parents in the Loop 18:29 Navigating Custody Cases and Court Concerns 22:40 Privileged Communication vs. Confidentiality 27:06 Setting Up a Play Therapy Room 29:44 Balancing Kids and Adults in Shared Spaces 31:56 Scheduling Realities for Kid Therapists 35:20 Boundaries with Parents and Limited Time Slots 39:00 Building a Multidisciplinary Referral Network 42:20 The Power of Networking Beyond Therapy 46:31 How Consulting Brings Clarity and Confidence

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