Child and Family Therapy

I am a Registered Social Worker and Certified Child Psychotherapist with specialized training in play therapy. Play Therapy is an effective approach with children as it helps to engage young clients in the therapy session. Additionally, children can often communicate their difficulties more effectively through play than they can through traditional "talk therapy."

Research supports the effectiveness of Play Therapy with children experiencing a variety of problems, including: divorce, bereavement, chronic illness, abuse, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, peer difficulties, aggression, and low self-esteem.

I use Play Therapy and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in my work with children. Interventions are selected and adapted to fit the child's age, interests, and treatment needs. I work with children individually and in family therapy and I offer parenting consultation.