There's a reason they say "It takes a village to raise a child." Parenting has lots of ups & downs and moments of uncertainty. Needless to say, it can get overwhelming. But there's no need to navigate these challenging times alone. I proudly serve parents & children who are struggling with big emotions & behaviors, developmental transitions, or child/adult mental health issues. I strive to create a therapeutic atmosphere where each child feels seen & heard. Through child-centered therapy, I can begin to communicate with your child and help guide them as s/he/they make sense of their feelings and behaviors. But parents & caregivers need support, too! Parent sessions are a time to focus on you & your experiences without judgment (and without kiddos). These sessions are flexible and can be a place for you to decompress, to ask Qs or explore parenting styles & strategies. I'm happy to meet in person or virtually.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
The first session is a time for you and I to meet individually to get to know each other further and discuss the challenges that you and your child are facing. I can then explain how I may be of help to your family, give you more details about what to expect from counseling, and schedule a follow up appointment with you and/or child.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I pull from a wide variety of treatment methods, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, client centered therapy, and play therapy, to create a treatment that is specifically tailored to your family's needs and strengths. You can also expect me to incorporate tools from Trust Based Relational Intervention (aka TBRI) and mindfulness practices.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I have a strength-based and client-centered perspective that allows me to listen and understand others.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
Children & adolescents ages 3-17; Parents/Caregivers; Hispanic/Latinx families