Creative therapy for all ages

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  • Trauma and relational wounds can leave you feeling disconnected from who you are. You might feel exhausted and on-edge, like you are not enough, and withdrawn from others. All of this can be deeply painful. You are probably ready to feel like healing is possible— and to experience more peace and joy in your day-to-day life. You’re ready to feel empowered. To find the path back to yourself. Therapy is a place to reclaim your story.

    This is a place for you to come as you are.

    To get your cup filled when you feel depleted by life.

    To be fully yourself when you haven’t felt accepted.

    To explore how to change long-held patterns that are no longer serving you.

    To work through the worries that are hard to put down.

    People often come to me looking for a therapist who can help them connect to who they are following trauma. Here, you will be met with warmth and compassion— with a healthy dose of humor— and we will navigate the path forward together.

  • You might feel comfortable talking to someone about the things that are going on in your life. You might also feel like this would not be helpful for you— which is totally ok! We can use games and art activities in addition to talk therapy and find the right approach for you.

    Here’s how the process works:

    1. Consultation: I’ll talk with your parents (and you, if you like) to talk about your needs and see whether I’m the right fit for you.

    2. Intake Session: I’ll meet with your parents to learn about your family, challenges, and symptoms. We’ll create an initial treatment plan that can change as we progress.

    3. Sessions: In our meetings, we’ll get to know each other. You can share as much or as little as you want. We can incorporate games and creative activities if that's your thing. As you feel more comfortable, we'll work toward your goals.

    4. Parent Meetings: I’ll check in with your parents periodically to help them support you. Some families also find it helpful to meet all together.

  • Maybe your child has big feelings and doesn’t know how to manage them. Maybe they’ve experienced something stressful, like a move or a divorce, and are finding it difficult to adjust. Or maybe your child has experienced trauma and needs a safe place to heal.

    Whatever they are going through, kids are invited to come to therapy fully as themselves— including the challenging behaviors, meltdowns, and really big feelings. This is a nurturing space for them to work through hard things in a way that feels natural for them. We’ll work using play and creative arts, and sessions will involve everything from games to coloring to movement to sensory play.

    As I get to know your child and family, we will discuss specific goals and interventions. I use both non-directive and directive play-based approaches, meaning that sometimes I follow the child’s lead while other times, I provide interventions to focus on something specific.

    As a caregiver, this is also a space for you to receive support, too, because parenting is a 24/7 job and the work you do with your child between sessions makes all the difference. Parents are welcome to participate in sessions (especially as your child is getting used to therapy!) and I provide parent-coaching to help you navigate your child’s unique needs.

  • Whether you have a child who is seeing me for therapy or you are noticing a need for guidance, parent sessions are a great way to support your child and find a greater sense of peace in your daily rhythms.

    Parent-coaching is available on both a short-term and long-term basis, depending on your needs.

    Lots of factors impact how we show up for our children, including burnout, childhood experiences, intergenerational trauma, financial struggles, mental health challenges, and many more— all of which can lead to feelings of shame and isolation.

    This is a space to reflect on your parenting practices and your experience of parenthood. Together, we can bring intentionality to parenting that may feel as though it has been on “auto-pilot” and build upon your unique strengths.

    Here’s how the process works:

    1. Getting to Know Each Other: We’ll build a trusting relationship and I’ll learn about you and your family.

    2. Assessing Needs: We’ll identify your challenges and strengths as a parent.

    3. Gaining Insight: We’ll focus on understanding your needs, learning strategies, and reflecting on your parenting.

    4. Communication: We’ll emphasize effective ways to talk with your child.

    5. Practicing Strategies: You’ll apply new approaches with ongoing support.

  • Sometimes, sitting in an office or doing therapy on a screen just doesn’t feel right.

    Walk-and-talk therapy is therapy that takes place while walking outdoors, allowing for the benefits of being in nature. It is a wonderful opportunity to incorporate mindfulness, gentle movement, and even some phases of EMDR into treatment.

    I offer walk-and-talk therapy at the following locations:

    • Alki Beach

    • Lincoln Park

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