Child Therapy

Child therapy is provided for children ages 3 to 12. In order for change to take place, children need to be an active participant in the therapeutic process.

I utilize many different techniques when working with children including play therapy, behavior modification techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy, role-playing, modeling, feeling identification, and anger management.

Areas of focus include abuse issues, adjustment issues, ADHD, aggression, anger management, anxiety, behavior issues, divorce issues, depression, poor coping skills, school-related issues, self-harm, sibling rivalry, social skill problems, and trauma.

Teen Therapy

Sometimes it can feel like teenagers are constantly testing the limits. Families that were once close can become disconnected. During the teenage years, problems such as academic struggles, the use of illegal drugs, family arguments, or isolation can surface.

It is common for teens to be apprehensive or angry about coming to counseling. Generally this passes fairly quickly as they recognize and welcome a safe place to openly express themselves without judgment.

I work with teens on a variety of challenges including self-harming behaviors, relationship issues, parental conflict, trauma (past & present), academic challenges, social issues, depression, anxiety, and poor coping skills.