Therapy

Emotional functioning is based in skill. With the right support and direction, children can learn to recognize and manage big feelings, reduce impulsive reacting and express themselves to achieve emotional integration.  I use a variety of interventions including CBT for children, play therapy, sand tray and biofeedback to address each child's specific goals. I provide materials and guidance so this work can continue at home. 

Adolescence and young adulthood is a unique developmental period. We live in a world of intense pressure on our young people. Identity exploration coupled with the intensity of emotions often leads to periods of increased anxiety, depression and familial or peer conflict. My goal is to help enhance emotional awareness and help provide support through this process as you step in to the version of yourself you'd like to be. 

Social skills are best learned through rehearsal. Our groups are designed to facilitate the opportunity to practice managing impulsivity, engaging in prosocial dialog, learning flexibility and developing deeper peer connections. This small group environment will help to provide your child with the skills they need to navigate recess, playdates and group work at school while also learning to accept and celebrate exactly who they are. 

As a certified supervisor in Virginia with more than 7 years experience as a licensed clinician, I  am qualified to provide supervisory oversight for  future clinicians seeking licensure. I use my experience in emergency assessment, trauma treatment, crisis intervention, play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to help guide clinicians as they navigate the steps towards their credentials. My goal is to hold space for you to discover your authenticity as a therapist while safely guiding you through the establishment of an ethical practice foundation.