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Compassionate care for children and teens in Seattle
Welcome! Let’s do this together.
Therapy for children and teens offers the opportunity for more support through years filled with some of life’s biggest developmental changes. It’s one relationship in the greater web of community care that youth need to thrive. A fundamental part of my work is to create a space defined by safety, trust, and connection.
Who I typically work with
I am a licensed associate therapist seeing clients in the Seattle area and Washington state. I work with children and teens, and believe that collaboration with their caregivers - for those under 13 - is key to supporting their growth.
My approach to therapy is tailored to each individual. I utilize Child-Centered Play Therapy, Sandtray Therapy, and psychodynamic principles. At its core, my style is creative, depth-oriented, anti-oppressive, and trauma-informed. To learn more about my approach, you can do so here.
trauma and abuse, PTSD
depression and anxiety
developing trust
emotional identification and expression
improving communication within family systems
identity formation and exploration
LGBTQIA+, sexuality, and gender identity questions
behavioral and relational challenges
developing personal strengths and coping skills
processing and responding to the world they live in
I commonly work with
individuals and families
around:
Children, 5-12
Play is the first language children learn to express themselves in. I use a child-centered approach to play therapy when working with kids who have experienced trauma, grief, or suffering.
Teens, 13-17
The adolescent years can be full of changes, complexities, self-discoveries and questions. I use psychodynamic psychotherapy, a type of talk therapy, informed by child-centered play therapy.
Parents & Caregivers
If your child or pre-teen (under 13) is working with me, we will be collaborating! We will schedule a collaborative session for every 4-6 sessions your child has. This will allow you to share your expertise as their parent/caregiver, and for me to offer my clinical training to you and your experience.
Schedule a free consultation
I am currently accepting clients and offer a free 20-minute consultation over the phone. Please fill out this form to get in touch.