Individual Therapy
I offer individual therapy for children and teens. I focus creating a supportive environment where they can build trust and share their experiences with me. I will collaborate with you and your child to create a plan to address your child or teens specific challenges, such as anxiety, social difficulties, anger, or difficulties with emotion regulation. With a personalized plan we will work together to provide your child with the skills needed to develop a better understanding of themselves and succeed in all aspects of their life.
*Currently, I have limited after-school openings.
Who do I see?
I work individually with children and teens, ages 6-17. While this is my most common age range I do consider working with individuals slightly younger or older on a case-by-case basis. For some children, especially younger children, the format of video sessions is not the best fit. We will talk ahead of time about the appropriateness of telehealth for your unique child or teen.
Common Concerns
I see children and teens with a wide range of concerns. Some of the most common challenges I help with include:
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Adjustment Disorders (difficulty adjusting to a significant life stressor such as moving schools, getting a new sibling, receiving a medical diagnosis, changes at school)
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Anxiety, including Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social Anxiety Disorder, Specific Phobias, Separation Anxiety Disorder, and Selective Mutism (SM)
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Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disoder (ADHD)
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
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Behavioral difficulties (e.g., tantrums, non compliance, aggression)
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Depression
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Social Challenges (e.g., making friends, bullying, perspective taking)
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*If your concern is not listed here please reach out to discuss whether I am the best fit for your child
Types of Therapy
My approach to treatment with your child is very personalized. I often draw on skills and techniques from a variety of therapies to meet the needs and preferences of your child. Most often I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness approaches, Behavioral theories, and Strengths-based strategies. Building on an individual's strengths helps to jumpstart change and build your child's confidence in their ability to manage their problems. If you have questions about a specific type of therapy please feel free to contact me directly.