Child

Children manifest their stress in ways that differ from adults. This can leave parents feeling worried, confused and not knowing how to help. It can also leave a child feeling isolated and alone in their experiences, just as adults can sometimes feel. Seeking therapy for a child is a way for parents to help. Play therapy can offer a child a safe, non-judgmental space to explore who they are, and who they are becoming. 

I have treated children in therapy for a variety of issues including:

• anxiety
• experience of trauma
• parent separation or divorce
• grief and loss
• conflict with peers; social difficulties
• emotional disregulation
• developmental delays 
• autism

I have found that the most effective way to treat a child is through a thoughtful combination of play therapy, and parent collaboration. Together, we work to more deeply understand a child's unique needs and experience. In this way, parents can move closer to their child through support and understanding. In some cases, collaboration with school can be beneficial in creating additional supports for a child.