Children

Children are constantly learning from their surroundings, especially from their family, peers, media/technology, and school.  Children are forming ways to communicate and may not always have the ability to communicate to adults about the way they feel inside.  Kids tend to react and act out their frustrations and fears.  Sometimes this will manifest through tantrums, non-compliance, anger-outbursts, aggression, misbehavior, and academic problems.  As a parent it is sometimes difficult to understand what your child is going through before you can help.  Therapy can be the key to having a better understanding of how your child is feeling, why he/she is acting out, and to learn ways to help your child through the ups and downs of life.
Therapy can also offer a safe haven for your child to express him or herself and process the issues that may be interfering with everyday functioning.  I use play therapy techniques to help your child to communicate feelings and resolve/process issues that may be causing problems.  I also teach kids to build skills that will help them to develop a healthy self-image and confidence.  Some of these skills are problem solving skills, coping skills, social skills, and communication skills.  Let me be there for you and your child.  Don't wait for these behaviors to worsen or become unwanted habits.  There is hope, I can help.

Some common issues kids face are:

-FAMILY AND LIFE TRANSITIONS-    -FAMILY CONFLICT OR DIVORCE-    -ACADEMIC STRESS-    -PEER RELATIONSHIPS-
-SELF-ESTEEM-    -ATTENTION ISSUES-    -DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIORS-    -ANXIETY-     -DEPRESSION-    -BULLYING-            

If you or your child is dealing with these everyday challenges, please contact me for a free phone consultation.  Inquiries usually receive a response within 24 hours.