When sending out follow up emails- remove SDQ part if sending to an adult
Confirming Your 50-Minute Consultation Session
Dear [Parent's Name],
Thank you for choosing the 50-minute consultation session. I’m looking forward to connecting with you and exploring how we can support your child and family’s growth and well-being.
To help us make the most of our time together, please complete the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) ahead of our session. This tool provides valuable insights that will guide our conversation. You can access the questionnaire by clicking the link below:
[Insert Link to SDQ]
Below are two options for scheduling your session:
[Insert Date & Time Option 1]
[Insert Date & Time Option 2]
Please reply to this email to let me know which time works best for you. Once you confirm, I’ll finalize the booking and send a confirmation email.
If you have any questions or need assistance with the questionnaire, feel free to reach out. I
If they specify a 15 minute consult
Subject: Consultation Details for ________
Dear [Parent's Name],
Thank you for connecting with me about Riley. I’m so glad you’ve chosen to start with a 15-minute consultation—this is a wonderful first step to explore if this feels like the right fit for your family.
My consultations are designed to work with parents only, as you hold the key insights into what’s happening for Riley. To determine his needs, I ask that parents complete a Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ). This assessment provides a valuable glimpse into Riley’s psychological field, helping us understand his experiences and create a plan tailored to his needs.
If you decide to shift to a 50-minute consultation, please let us know, and we’d be happy to adjust your booking. The longer consultation offers a deeper space to:
Complete and review the SDQ together (remove this bullet if sending to an adult)
Share feedback and explore your thoughts and hopes
Collaboratively create a personalized plan for child’s support
This session provides clarity and connection, setting a strong foundation for growth and transformation.
To make scheduling easier, we’ve set aside the following spots for consultations:
January 8th @ 3:00 PM
January 22nd @ 10:30 AM
Please let us know if either of these times works for you, or if you’d like assistance finding a different time.
I look forward to our upcoming call. Feel free to reach out with any questions in the meantime.
look forward to connecting and taking this important step with you.
Sincerely-
If they don’t specify length of consult
Let’s Connect: The Roots of Change Start Here
Dear [Parent's Name],
Thank you for reaching out and taking this important step for your child and family. It’s no small thing to invite someone into your story, and I want to honor the courage it takes to do so. This is where the roots of change begin—with connection, curiosity, and a commitment to what matters most for you and your family.
To start planting those roots, we offer two ways to connect, each designed to meet you where you are:
Free 15-Minute Consultation:
This is a space to pause, take a breath, and connect. In this brief introductory session, you’ll meet your therapist, share a little about what’s happening, and get a sense of whether this feels like the right fit for you and your family.
50-Minute Consultation Session:
For a deeper connection, this session offers the time and space to explore with intentionality. Here, we’ll approach your needs with curiosity, intuition, and care. Together, we’ll:
Engage in an assessment that helps illuminate the heart of what’s happening.
Share feedback and explore your thoughts, emotions, and hopes.
Co-create a personalized path forward that aligns with your family’s unique needs.
This session is about creating clarity and connection, offering a foundation for meaningful growth and transformation.
Scheduling Options:
To make scheduling easy, here are a few available times:
15-Minute Consultations:
[Insert Date & Time Option 1]
[Insert Date & Time Option 2]
50-Minute Consultations:
[Insert Date & Time Option 1]
[Insert Date & Time Option 2]
If you choose the 50-minute session, I will send a Strengths & Difficulties Questionnaire along with the session confirmation. This will need to be completed prior to our meeting to help us make the most of our time together.
Wherever you are in this moment, know that this is a space for authenticity, growth, and care. The roots of change truly start here, and I’m honored to be part of this journey with you. Let me know which option and time resonate with you, and we’ll take the next step together.
This one goes out after confirming 50 minute consult- Confirming and sending SDQ
Subject: Confirmation of Consult Call
Hi Parent,
Thank you for scheduling a consult call with me! I’m confirming our appointment for Monday, January 29th, at 11:00 AM.
Ahead of our call, I’ve attached the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) [link here] for you to complete before our conversation.
I look forward to connecting with you and supporting childs name. If you have any questions in the meantime, feel free to reach out.
With gratitude and care,
[Your Name]