If Jim and Pam were to seek Oasis counseling for Emma, they would schedule a meeting with a play therapist. Emma would not be present at this meeting. The play therapist will then assess what is needed for this family regarding family structure, trauma, support systems, and historical information. The therapist also takes into account the client's developmental level, culture, and personality when deciding which treatments are suitable. It was emphasized that parents are always involved to some extent during therapy. Play therapy would be helpful for Emma so she can learn to process grief, adapt to changes, and feel like she is in control of her environment. After she improves with these things, Jenkins suggests that the family engage in filial therapy to strengthen a healthy attachment with her new parents. He then suggested that Pam join a support group so that her thoughts of isolation would decrease. This would help her normalize her situation, according to Jenkins. If additional clinical help is needed, the therapist will seek needed services, obtain permission to release information and make a referral. This type of service is ideal for helping both Pam and Emma's mental health (V. Jenkins, personal communication, November 2,
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