Helping young minds navigate life's challenges is at the heart of what we do. Our child and adolescent therapy services provide a safe and nurturing space for children and teens to explore their feelings, build resilience, and develop healthy coping strategies. Whether your child is facing anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, or difficulty adjusting to changes, I am here to guide them toward growth and healing.
Using evidence-based approaches, we tailor each session to meet the unique needs of your child or teen. We work collaboratively with parents and caregivers to ensure the best outcomes, fostering open communication and providing tools to support your family as a whole.
Together, we can empower your child to embrace their strengths, overcome challenges, and thrive—emotionally, socially, and academically.
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Therapy for Children:
Play-Based Techniques: For younger children, play therapy is often used as a primary tool. Play allows them to express emotions and experiences in a way that's natural and less intimidating. Therapists may use toys, drawing, or storytelling to help children communicate their feelings.
Parental Involvement: Parents or caregivers are typically more involved in the therapeutic process for children. They may participate in sessions, learn parenting strategies, or support behavioral changes at home.
Focus on Building Emotional Awareness: Therapy for children often revolves around helping them recognize and label their emotions, build basic coping skills, and navigate challenging situations like family changes or school stress.
Therapy for Teenagers:
Talk-Based Approaches: Teenagers often engage more in direct conversation with the therapist, exploring their thoughts and feelings verbally. Evidence-based approaches like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) or dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) might be more commonly used with teens.
Independence and Privacy: Teenagers are at a stage where they value autonomy. Therapy may focus more on fostering their independence and might offer greater privacy in sessions, with parental involvement adapted to the teen's comfort and needs.
Navigating Identity and Relationships: Therapy for teens often addresses issues like self-esteem, identity formation, peer relationships, and academic or social pressures. It may also include discussions about topics like substance use, anxiety, or depression, which can become more prevalent during adolescence.