Services
PLAY THERAPY
Play is the natural language of childhood.
Play therapy is a form of therapy that allows the child to “play out” their feelings and problems. Play therapy can be directive or non-directive. In a Directive approach, the therapist may assume responsibility for guidance and interpretation (using board games, art, activities, sand tray, etc.) In a non-directive approach, the child takes the lead in therapy sessions within a secure and supportive environment. Here, the therapist remains attuned to the child, offering therapeutic responses and establishing boundaries as necessary.
Play therapy can help your child:
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Learn social skills
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Improve self-esteem
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Learn self-regulation skills
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Process life changes
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Develop empathy
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Learn communication skills
EYE MOVEMENT DESENSITIZATION REPROCESSING THERAPY ( EMDR )
PARENT CONSULTATION
EMDR is a therapy that can assist children and teens in coping with challenging experiences. When something negative occurs, it can leave kids and teens feeling emotionally overwhelmed. EMDR aids in processing these difficult feelings, creating room for positive and joyful emotions.
EMDR therapy is a mental health intervention. As such, it should only be offered by properly trained and licensed mental health clinicians.
Learn more about EMDR in https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/
Caregivers are essential in the therapeutic process and I always want to ensure that the caregivers are well informed and equipped with the information and strategies they need to support the child.
I hold your child’s and your family’s confidentiality and therapeutic relationship in a very high regard. I ask that personal information or the child’s struggles are never discussed in front of the child or in the waiting room. Although we do not discuss information in front of the child, I make it a priority to have every 4 to 6 weeks an adult only consultation to discuss progress and interventions.
