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Services Provided
Child/Adolescent Therapy
Being a child or a teenager in the modern day is not always easy. In my work with this population, I am passionate about helping kids/teens learn ways to cope with their emotions and stressors, and help them learn to accept themselves and build self-worth. When working with children, my priority is to try to put myself in their shoes and immerse myself in the world they are part of. I believe in meeting kids where they are, while also giving them to tools to manage the social-emotional aspects of their lives with more confidence. Some of the common challenges that I work with include:
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Anxiety/OCD
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Depression
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Trauma
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Life Changes
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Bullying
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Self Esteem
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Confidence
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School/Social Challenges
Parent-Centered Therapy & Consultations
I am a big proponent of empowering parents, as children thrive in homes where parents are able to feel supported. Often times, parents find themselves in “auto-pilot” mode when managing challenging aspects of parenting. Many parents hope for a deeper connection with their children, but are unsure of the steps to take to get there. In parenting-centered therapy, We will explore what feels the most challenging and collaboratively come up with tools and strategies to help you feel more confident in your parenting journey, as well as try to determine road blocks that may come up. Parenting-centered therapy can be continuous, or consultations can be offered on an as-needed basis, depending on the family’s goals. Some of the areas that I support parents with include:
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Emotional Dysregulation
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Tantrums/Meltdowns
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Separation Anxiety
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Listening
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Sibling Discord
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Family Changes/Adjustments
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Managing Anxiety
Adult Psychotherapy
Making the choice to seek support can feel daunting, especially when it requires vulnerability. In individual psychotherapy for adults, my first goal is to build a comfortable and trusting relationship with my client. In that way, I can be supportive and listen, while also helping to build insight into patterns and providing gentle encouragement towards the changes that one may be hoping to make. I also believe that the therapeutic relationship is collaborative. I hope to help my clients understand themselves, their nervous system, and their emotional patterns so that they can feel more in control of their lives. Some of the issues that adult clients seek help with are:
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Anxiety/OCD
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Depression
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Trauma
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Adjustment Issues/stress
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Interpersonal Relationships
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Psychology Workshops
Outside of therapy, I conduct various workshops which can be virtual or in-person
(NYC), designed to strengthen the support systems around children and adolescents,
emphasizing the mental well-being of both the young individuals and their caregivers. The topics
and content of the workshops can be tailored to the needs of the organization. Some originations
I have worked with include schools, child care centers, corporate companies, as well as religious
and community centers.
Some examples of workshops I have led are:
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Managing Challenging Behaviors
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Building Emotion Regulation
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Coping Skills
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Confidence & Self-Esteem
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Managing Childhood Anxiety
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Coping With Life Changes: New Siblings, Back To School
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Parent Advocacy: Evaluations, IEPS, And Accessing Services
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School/Social Challenges
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Educational Advocacy
Navigating school systems can be challenging. Depending on a child’s unique needs, some children may be eligible for supports (OT, PT, Speech, Counseling) to help them thrive in social and academic settings, however the steps to access these services are often not made clear to parents. My training in school psychology and familiarity within NYS school systems provided me with an in-depth understanding of some of the challenges children face in schools, while also giving me first-hand knowledge of the rights and procedures within the Department of Education. In addition to my school psychology training, I spent four years working within the NYS Early Intervention system, so I am familiar with the breadth of services available to children from the ages of 0-21. I am passionate about promoting parental advocacy and I am comfortable to collaborate with school/city/state personnel to ensure clients are receiving the services they may require across settings.
Ways I can support your child across settings include:
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Educational Consultations
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Collaborating with other providers (OT, Speech, Teachers, School Psychologists, etc.)
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Reviewing neuropsychological and psychoeducational testing reports
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Attending IFSP/CPSE/CSE meetings
In-School Observations
Sometimes it’s helpful to understand how a child is doing in the places where they spend much of their day. I offer school and daycare observations to see children in their natural environment, connect with teachers who know them well, and gain a fuller picture of what may be getting in the way—or helping them thrive.
These observations can be especially helpful when families are unsure about next steps. Seeing a child interact with peers, manage routines, and respond to classroom expectations allows me to offer thoughtful feedback and practical recommendations for classroom supports or accommodations. For some families, this is a helpful first step before starting therapy; for others, it can clarify whether additional services or supports might be useful and how best to move forward.
