Services

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I believe every child and parent has an abundance of  strengths.  My counseling approach brings this into focus.  There aren't "bad kids" or "bad parents," but there are circumstances that can reinforce or bring out unwanted behaviors or responses.  

I help parents acknowledge what children are doing right and support them in seeing their own strengths as parents. Children also begin to see their own competence and unique gifts.  This leads to better behaviors, happier children, and a stronger parent-child relationship.  

I also go a step further to uncover patterns and identify natural supports for the child and parent.  This could include the home environment, routine, family dynamics, nutrition/diet and other elements that could have an impact on their lives.

I provide a safe space for children to explore their feelings, express what is underneath that surface and process any previous trauma.  I use play therapy techniques as well as structured interventions to work towards their goals.  Children who work with me develop skills to express themselves and learn to regulate their emotions and problem solve.

Teenage years can be rough on parents and teens alike. It's not uncommon for adolescents to feel out of place, depressed, irritable and/or anxious. Parents and teens may struggle to communicate. Even though teens love to say things are "fine," most of the time they aren't. Middle school and high school can wear on self-esteem and confidence.

I'm someone who is not their parent, their friend, their teacher. I have no judgement on where they are at in their life or choices they've made. Let's face it, being a teenager is difficult and it's nice to have someone on your side.

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I help teens develop skills to express themselves in ways that can be heard. Instead of living with a muddle of emotions, teens who work with me learn to articulate feelings and needs in a way that empowers them as young adults. We work on skills to reduce anxiety, move through depression, avoid or stop self harm and improve communication with parents and peers.

So yes, my site talks a lot about kids and teens, but I enjoy working with adults as well. If you choose to work with me, you'll see I come from a supportive place to help uncover why things aren't working the way you want them to work, and how to make things better. I do believe our past influences our present, and frequently my work involves looking at what may still be affecting you in ways you do not realize. But, for the most part - I don't want to rehash your past over and over. I want to look at your strengths because I'll bet some of those are hard for you to see and recognize. I don't tell you what to do; and we work as a team in finding wholeness and healing. I hold no judgement or criticism, and simply want to help you reach your goals - whatever they may be.

 I work with adults with a variety of challenges. I see a lot of moms who feel like they are doing it all and feel stressed and burnt out. I also enjoy working with young adults who are trying to figure out who they are and where they are headed.