When I work with children, teens, individuals and families I use the therapeutic approach that best fits with the desired goals and developmental needs of the people I work with. I have education and training in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Play Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT), and EMDR therapy.
When working with children and teens, I have found that with increased parental/caregiver involvement the effectiveness of therapy increases. Because I have found this to be so helpful, I will meet with the young person individually and I will also meet regularly with the parents to assist the parent/caregiver with strategies to increase support for their child and increase connection and bonding between parent and child.
I have been able to assist individuals, young children, teens, and families to find new hope, direction, increased insight, increased healthy connected relationships and regain the wonder of life.
