Therapy with kids and teens looks different. I have a special stash of art supplies, games, and toys because play is often the easiest way into building relationship and expressing our feelings. Families today face so many different pressures, and it can be difficult to know how to help kids grow and thrive. Particularly in this post-pandemic period, all of us missed out on certain experiences: for kids, this might show up as gaps in development, or seeming a little behind where you think they "should" be.
Play Therapy
Kids up to age 15
Legos, blocks, games, art
Developmentally appropriate
Talk Therapy for Adolescents
Adolescence is amazing (no - seriously)! So many chances to try new things and play around with who you might want to be. Also so much pressure: school, friends, extracurriculars, family, chores, body changes. Sometimes it's helpful to be able to talk to a supportive yet objective adult (who isn't going to ask you to do the dishes after our chat) about all the crazy things going on in your life. It's scary to try new things, and the growing up and launching process is all about trying new things.
Parent Sessions
Parenting is hard on a good day. When your child or teen is struggling, parenting feels even tougher. I use parent sessions to both learn more about your child and their environment, and to support you in helping your child grow and thrive.