Child Psychotherapy
Children are brought to therapy for a variety of reasons, such as difficulties with attention and learning at school; trouble getting along with peers and siblings; eating, sleeping, and self-regulatory difficulties; worried, sad or angry feelings; and anxiety in the face of separation and change. When I meet with a child. I create a safe space within which the child can express thoughts and feelings through play, talk, and other modes of communication. An important component of my work with children is meeting with parents. During these meetings, I help parents reflect upon their experience as parents, and together we develop new strategies to respond to their child’s difficulties.
Psychotherapy with Young People
Adolescence and young adulthood are times of change that can be challenging and psychologically stressful. Young people often find that talking with a therapist can help them to know their own minds, and to feel more in control of their experience in relationships with friends and family members. It is not uncommon for adolescents and young adults to struggle with depressed or anxious moods, stresses within the family, confusion about aspects of self and identity, trouble balancing academics and social life, and sometimes, problematic behaviors in the realm of eating, substance use, and bodily harm. Psychotherapy offers a secure space within which to explore areas of vulnerability and strength, while developing more effective ways of coping.