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My work as a clinician is grounded in compassion and a deeply person-centered approach. I believe healing happens when people feel genuinely understood and accepted, so I strive to create a space where clients feel safe, supported, and empowered to grow at their own pace. When working with children, I primarily use mindfulness-based play therapy. Play allows children to express emotions, explore relationships, and process challenges in a developmentally appropriate way. By integrating mindfulness, I help children build awareness, regulate emotions, and develop self-compassion—supporting emotional resilience and a stronger connection to themselves. While most sessions focus on the child, I incorporate family therapy when it meaningfully supports progress. These sessions help strengthen communication, deepen understanding, and create more supportive home environments. I also draw from contextual therapy, considering each child within the broader systems and relationships that shape their experiences. This perspective allows me to support families in building healthier, more balanced connections. Across all modalities, compassion remains at the heart of my work. I aim to create a warm, respectful environment that honors each child’s story and supports meaningful, lasting growth. At this time, therapy services for children under the age of 15 are offered in person only. Telehealth may be available for older clients when appropriate.
In the first intake session, we will begin by getting to know each other and establishing a comfortable space for open dialogue. This session typically involves gathering information about your life history, including key events, challenges, and experiences that have shaped who you are today. While the intake process may extend over more than one session, the goal is to gain an initial understanding of your background, current concerns, and what brings you to therapy. We will also review some initial paperwork, including consent forms, confidentiality agreements, and goals for therapy. This helps ensure that you feel informed and confident as we begin our work together. The first session is an opportunity to build rapport, clarify expectations, and lay the foundation for a collaborative, supportive therapeutic relationship.
My greatest strength as a clinician is genuine compassion. This compassion helps to foster trust, promotes effective communication, and ensures that clients feel valued and cared for, not just as individuals experiencing mental health issues, but as whole people.
I enjoy working with both children and adults who are navigating life transitions and seeking meaningful growth. I am especially drawn to clients who are motivated, open to self-exploration, and willing to engage in the therapeutic process, even when it feels challenging. With children, I support those experiencing transitional periods such as changes within the family, school-related concerns, or emotional and behavioral challenges. With adults, I work with individuals managing life stressors, past experiences, or current circumstances that feel difficult to navigate alone. I also value working with clients who are interested in understanding themselves within a broader context. This includes exploring the impact of relationships, family systems, and multicultural influences on their experiences. Many of the clients I work with have had difficult or complex upbringings and are seeking to better understand how those experiences show up in their present lives. Together, we focus on building insight, strengthening coping skills, and developing the ability to advocate for themselves with greater confidence and clarity.
Eclectic
Electric counseling blends various therapeutic approaches, combining empathy, compassion, mindfulness, and person-centered techniques. It emphasizes creating a safe, non-judgmental space, where clients are encouraged to explore their feelings and experiences. By integrating mindfulness, the counselor helps individuals stay present and aware of their emotions. The person-centered approach focuses on the client’s autonomy and growth, while contextual family therapy looks at relational dynamics and the impact of family history.
Play Therapy
I use play therapy as the primary way of working with your child because play is their natural language. Through creative activities, toys, and imaginative expression, children are able to explore emotions, build coping skills, and work through challenges in a developmentally appropriate way. I integrate mindfulness to help your child notice their feelings, calm their body, and build awareness of their inner experiences. This combination supports emotional regulation, resilience, and a stronger sense of self. While most of the work happens individually with your child, I also bring family members into the process when it can strengthen and support their progress. These family sessions are not the main form of treatment, but an intentional addition that helps you understand the skills your child is developing and fosters healthier communication and connection at home.