This morning, I had the privilege of participating in a phone interview over the airwaves with Bobbie Ashley on 103.5, WIKK in Newton, IL.  We interviewed Brian King, a colleague of mine, regarding the issue of violence being associated with autism due to the recent tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, CT. Please listen to the recording and provide comments below so that we may elaborate on this subject. 

Please continue to follow Brian on his website at www.brianraymondking.com and get insight from someone living with autism spectrum disorder.  Get informed!

With cold and flu season upon us, I would like to take precaution at my office in order to prevent the spread of germs.  I ask that everyone who enters Integrated Therapy Services be:

1. Fever free for 24 hours
2. Vomit free for 24 hours
3. Rash free for 24 hours
4. Diarrhea free for 24 hours
5. Taking an antibiotic (if prescribed by physician) for 24 hours

If there is question regarding whether or not anyone coming to the office is ill, please consult your physician and notify me within 24 hours (if possible).  See the clinic cancellation policy below.

Otherwise, we will do our best at Integrated Therapy Services to maintain a sanitary environment with frequent cleaning and hand washing.  You are encouraged to wash your hands frequently and use hand sanitizer to prevent the spread of germs.  

Our hope is that by drawing attention to this matter, we will prevent the need to cancel appointments.  By staying home one day to rest and recover, a person can prevent the need for multiple cancellations for both yourself and others.  If we all work together to prevent the spread of germs, we will keep a happy and healthy environment for all who enter.  

Cancellation Policies (as seen in Client Intake Agreement)

Cancellations must be made within 24 hours of a scheduled appointment.  The client is responsible for contacting the clinician directly to cancel their appointment.

If sessions are not cancelled within 24 hours, the client will be charged for the full session.  Medical emergencies and acute illness are exceptions from such charges.

Clients are asked not to attend sessions unless all those in attendance are fever, rash, or vomit-free for 24 hours.  There will be a charge of $50 for scheduled sessions that are cancelled within 24 hours.

If a client cancels more than 3 sessions within a semester without making them up, the clinician reserves the right to take appropriate action (e.g., change scheduled time, hold or discontinue services).

Thank you!
Sarah