My Approach

I believe that people have within them what they need to heal and that I can help support them in this process with creative approaches. I integrate movement and talk into the work I do with individuals primarily through play, sand tray, and brainspotting therapies.

Services

individual sessions

In-person client-centered therapy sessions for individuals that focus on choices, movement, and regulation for mental health challenges.

55 minute individual therapy: $150

60 to 70 minute diagnostic evaluation (first session): $180

90 minute sessions (not covered by most health insurance): $200

family sessions
In-person or telehealth sessions for families that focus on how best to support your child with their challenges. These are paired with individual and scheduled on an as needed basis.

30 minute family therapy: $100

60 minute family therapy: $200

parent consultations and parent coaching

In-person or telehealth sessions for parents that focus on how best to support your child with their challenges. This is typically best for single issues (transitions, potty training, school stress) and includes a follow up email with recommendations for next steps.

30 minute parent coaching or consultation (prorated if shorter or longer): $100

60 minute parent coaching or consultation: $200

See FAQs for insurances I accept.

What is play therapy for children?

A child-led approach that encourages children to process through movement and imagination. Children communicate their thoughts, feelings, and needs through interactive play with a trained therapist. I work to help the child process, release, and ultimately integrate difficult feelings into their lives. I primarily use Synergetic Play Therapy, which prioritizes supporting a child in moving towards challenging emotions so the child can be their most authentic self.

During the sessions, I allow the child to lead and we work on increasing their skills to regulate through difficult emotions. At the end of sessions, I meet with the child’s parents to discuss the therapeutic process, updates on goals, and how they can support their child outside of sessions. When it's a right fit, I will bring parents into the play room to work with their child as well.

Learn more here: The Power of Play, Synergetic Play Therapy

What is brainspotting therapy?

A mindful approach to increasing an individual's connection with their body so they can process pain their body is still holding. During sessions, I utilize calming music and a focused 'spot' to help clients connect to their body while focusing on challenging thoughts, emotions, or behaviors. I help the individual notice and then we talk through the process after.

This approach can be especially supportive for adolescents if they feel overwhelmed when talking about something that is bothering them. Individuals can choose to talk as much or as little as they'd like during sessions. It also allows us to use positive associations so that individuals can use things like calming music or deep breathing when they are not in session and feeling overwhelmed. I integrate learnings from these sessions into conversations with parents at our check ins.

Learn more here: What is Brainspotting?

What is sand tray therapy?

A client- centered approach that allows individuals to use the creative parts of their brain to understand and process different emotions. Sand trays often bring to light issues that an individual might be struggling with but is having trouble putting into words. Individuals can talk as little or as much as they'd like.

During sessions, I allow the individual to choose miniatures and create their own world in the tray. I talk to process the trays when it is appropriate for the individual's age. I integrate information from trays into conversations with parents after sessions.

Learn more here: Sand Tray Therapy