What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“From the first meeting, I felt heard and supported, and I felt comfortable with her interacting with my son. She was open and honest and gave advice that worked when we implemented it.”
FSMore than 1 year ago
About Jennifer Alldridge
Focus areas
Anger Management
Depression
Stress Management
Anxiety
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Suicidal Tendencies
Attachment Disorder
Self Esteem Issues
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Art Therapy
Play Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Jennifer Alldridge
Hi! Welcome to Hopscotch. Choosing a therapist for yourself or a loved one is not an easy task, so I strive to make this process as pleasant as possible. My approach to therapy is open and warm. I want my clients to feel like they are in a safe space where they can heal, learn, and grow. As a mom to three little ones myself, I have more than clinical experience in working with children. It is important to me that your child feels heard, is treated with respect, and has fun while spending time with me. During our sessions, I use a variety of tools tailored to the needs of the child I am working with. We may use play therapy, art therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, or whichever tools will work best for your child. I earned my Bachelor's degree and Master's in Social Work from Florida State University, which have equipped me with a strong foundation to support families effectively. I am happy to answer any further questions you may have, and I look forward to working with your family.
What should a new client know about working with you?
My first meeting with parents is a full-length therapy appointment. If a parent is seeking therapy for a younger child, most of this first session is with the parent(s) only. Older children or teens may be in some or all of this first session. I ask parents to please plan to meet with me for 60 minutes for this initial session.
The first session is conducted differently than other sessions. This is because parents need time to freely tell me their story. This also allows me to gather additional details about the concerns they mentioned in their initial paperwork, as well as any relevant social and emotional information, and family history. We also discuss goals for treatment and schedule future sessions for the child/teen.
After I meet with parents, their child/teen is then invited into part of this first session either with their parent(s) or by themselves. This helps a child feel more comfortable getting started because we can begin to develop a rapport. It’s also a time for me to observe the child/teen, gather any additional information I may need, check for their understanding regarding counseling, address any questions, fears, and concerns they may have, and discuss what our future sessions will look like.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
After our first visit, subsequent therapy sessions may be with the child only, or with the parent and their child together. At times, I may also meet with the parent alone to discuss their child’s progress and support them in their parenting. I view my work with parents as a collaboration for the best needs of their child. I partner with parents to determine the frequency of sessions, goals for therapy, and when those goals have been met and it is time to end our work together. Generally, parents can plan for weekly 45 to 60 minute sessions for the first 4-6 weeks after therapy is initiated. At that point, we will usually meet again to check in, review progress and goals, and discuss plans for future sessions. How sessions are conducted and the number of sessions needed will depend on our goals for treatment, the needs of the parent and child, and the child's progress.
My goal is to find the best way to communicate with the child/teen to meet their treatment goals. If a child enjoys talking, then most of our time together may involve talk therapy. If a child is under 12, or is older and not expressive verbally in session, then I may use other methods to engage them, such as therapeutic games and activities, play-based interventions, art, and music.
If parents ever have any questions about our work together, I encourage them to reach out to me so that we can schedule a time to meet.
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In-network insurances
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UnitedHealthcare
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $200 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $130-170 for 45 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
Hopscotch is in-network with most major national carriers as well as many regional plans. Before your session we will confirm your insurance information and communicate the cost of your session via email and the Hopscotch portal. If we are not in-network with your plan, you always have the option to self-pay for sessions. Hopscotch collects all self-pay amounts, copays or coinsurance 24 hours after a session is completed. We collect credit card information ahead of your first session to charge the above.
Popular visit reasons
Agoraphobia
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
Depression
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Agoraphobia
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
Depression
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Florida State University, Master's in Social Work
- Florida State University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1083966121
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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From the first meeting, I felt heard and supported, and I felt comfortable with her interacting with my son. She was open and honest and gave advice that worked when we implemented it.
More than 1 year agoFS
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Is Jennifer Alldridge accepting new patients?
Jennifer Alldridge generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Jennifer Alldridge's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
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What are common reasons for patients to see Jennifer Alldridge?
Jennifer Alldridge frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Jennifer Alldridge on their profile.
What languages does Jennifer Alldridge speak?
Jennifer Alldridge speaks English.
How do patients rate Jennifer Alldridge in reviews?
1 patients have reviewed Jennifer Alldridge. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.