Therapy for Kids & Preteens

Helping kids thrive through connection, structure, and support.

Children often express emotional struggles through behavior, relationships, or difficulties at school. Therapy provides a supportive space to strengthen emotional regulation, reduce anxiety, and build skills for home and school life.

Areas of focus:

  • Managing anxiety or big feelings

  • Improving social skills

  • Strengthening executive functioning

  • Supporting transitions or changes in routine

  • Enhancing parent-child communication

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Clients often describe me as warm, thoughtful, and easy to talk to. I bring a steady, nonjudgmental presence to sessions and meet each child where they are—whether we’re focusing on practical tools like managing big feelings or creating space to process experiences in a safe, supportive way.

My work is collaborative and engaging, tailored to each child’s developmental stage and unique needs. Sessions may focus on building coping skills, improving communication, or navigating friendships and family relationships.

Sessions are developmentally appropriate and often incorporate play, art, and skill-building. My work draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and relational approaches. Parent involvement is a key part of the process, and I regularly consult with parents and educators to promote consistency and support across environments.

What to expect when you reach out

Beginning therapy can feel like a big step.
Here’s how we’ll make the process feel clear, supportive, and manageable:

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    Phone Consultation

    We’ll start with a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation to talk about your needs and see if we’re a good fit.

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    Intake Session

    Our first full session is a chance to get to know each other. We’ll explore your goals, background, and what’s bringing you to therapy now.

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    Personalized Plan

    Together, we’ll create a plan that feels realistic and meaningful, based on your needs, strengths, and priorities.

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    Doing the Work

    We’ll meet weekly or biweekly to do the real work of therapy—building insight, practicing new skills, and moving toward healing and growth.

Questions before getting started?