Healing Through Connection

Supporting Emotional Growth Through Every Stage of Development

Children and adolescents face a wide range of emotional, social, and behavioral challenges as they grow. Child and teen therapy provides a safe, supportive space where young people can express themselves, build coping skills, and work through difficulties with the guidance of a trained mental health professional. As a child psychologist, I specialize in developmentally appropriate therapy tailored to the unique needs of children and teens.

Therapy with children and teens focuses on helping them understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in ways that promote emotional well-being and healthy development. Using evidence-based approaches, therapy is adapted to the child’s age, personality, and specific concerns—whether through talk, play, art, or structured activities.

For teens, therapy also creates a confidential space to explore identity, relationships, and the pressures of adolescence, while developing practical tools for managing emotions and navigating life’s challenges.

Child and teen therapy can help with a variety of concerns, including:

• Anxiety, worries, or fears
• Depression, sadness, or low self-esteem
• Behavioral difficulties at home or school
• Social challenges or peer conflict
• Adjustment to divorce, loss, or major life changes
• Trauma or stressful experiences
• Identity, self-image, or academic stress in teens

Early support can make a meaningful difference in how a child or teen grows through adversity.

Therapy sessions are individualized to meet each child or teen where they are developmentally and emotionally. Depending on the age and needs of the child, therapy may include:

• Play-based interventions for younger children
• Creative or expressive activities
• Cognitive-behavioral techniques
• Emotion regulation and mindfulness skills
• Supportive parent involvement to reinforce growth at home

Sessions are collaborative and goal-oriented, designed to foster trust, build resilience, and strengthen emotional skills.

My approach is warm, respectful, and grounded in a deep understanding of child and adolescent development. I strive to create an environment where young people feel heard, supported, and empowered—so they can thrive both now and in the future.