Child and Family Therapy
Often times, children lack the ability to communicate their internal state with words. Using play in child therapy is an effective and valuable approach that harnesses the natural language of children to promote healing and growth.
Through activities such as storytelling, art, and imaginative play, children are able to express their emotions, process traumatic experiences, and develop problem-solving skills in a safe and supportive environment.
By actively participating in your child's therapy, you will gain insight into your child's emotional world, learn effective communication strategies, and receive guidance on supporting your child's growth outside of therapy sessions.
Areas I Can Help With:
ADHD
Adoption
Anxiety & Stress
Autism
Behavioral Issues
Depression
Family Conflict
Grief
Life Transitions
Parenting
School Issues
Trauma & PTSD
Treatment Modalities I Use
Play Therapy
For children, play is more than just fun—it’s a natural and symbolic language through which they express emotions, experiences, and inner conflicts. In the safety of the therapeutic relationship, play becomes a powerful tool for exploring feelings that may be difficult to put into words. With an attuned and supportive presence, I help your child make sense of these experiences.
DIR/Floortime
The Developmental, Individual-Differences, Relationship-Based (DIR/Floortime) model focuses on building emotional and relational connection through play and interaction. By meeting children at their developmental level and following their lead, I can help support regulation, engagement, communication, and flexible thinking—especially for children with developmental or sensory challenges.
Child-Parent Psychotherapy
Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) is a relationship-based treatment for young children and their caregivers who have experienced trauma or disruptions in attachment. By supporting the caregiver-child relationship and integrating past experiences into the therapeutic process, CPP fosters safety, emotional resilience, and healthy development for both you and your child.
Reflective Parenting
Reflective Parenting is a practice of slowing down and thoughtfully considering the meaning behind thoughts, feelings, and intentions—both your child’s and your own. Through encouraging curiosity, this approach strengthens the parent-child bond, reduces reactive patterns, and fosters a more attuned, emotionally responsive relationship.
Family Systems
Family Systems Therapy views the family as a dynamic system, with each member playing a meaningful role in how the group functions. Together, we will explore relational patterns —how family members interact, communicate, and respond to one another. This collaborative process brings awareness to unspoken dynamics and helps families improve understanding and support healthier functioning