Children and Teens have a special need for trust in new situations. Since they rarely are the initiator of counseling, the therapist must have the capacity to establish easy rapport with them. Dr. Sunbeck loves and respects youth at every stage of their development. Youth who do not yet understand the benefits of successful therapeutic treatment must rely on their first impressions of the therapist and the setting. They are able to make better use of their first counseling sessions, and be more likely to want to continue sessions, if they are comfortable with the therapy environment, and can know something of the person behind the credentials. The natural beauty of the setting that you and your children will be using for counseling is an immediate pleaser for youth. It offers a sense of serenity, safety, and privacy. The personal greeting at the front door and friendly invitation to enter sends a message that they are welcome as a guest. Upon entering, they will realize that their new therapist likes and enjoys youth, and has their best interest in mind. As conversation emerges, they will sense that their therapist is knowledgeable, and understands a great deal about life. Respecting their therapist can then extend to respect for the therapeutic process and an interest in a successful outcome.  The PDF Color Brochure (right) includes more to help your child be enthusiastic about a first visit.  Students age 7 and older only.