Sandplay Therapists in 95476

Your hope is for a new beginning for you or your child. I am a licensed clinical psychologist who uses a depth psychological approach to therapy. I incorporate play therapy, sandplay, working with dreams and art, believing that these non-verbal methods can help to activate the inherent capacity located within each of us to promote self-healing. I have experience working with grief and loss, depression, trauma, anxiety and other concerns in both children and adults. I invite your inquiries, please call or e-mail me for a free consultation to determine if therapy might an option for you or for your child.

As a counselor specializing in supporting children, young adults, and women, being present with my clients is more important than using a specific technique. I blend a supportive client-centered approach with creativity and compassion, providing a warm, nurturing therapeutic environment. I will listen closely to understand your life and your world, drawing from many styles, including solution-focused, narrative, and cognitive therapy. I am an empathetic listener and insightful guide, asking questions to help identify goals and clear away confusion and past or current pain that may be blocking the release of self-defeating patterns.

For more than 30 years I have worked with children, teens and adults dealing with grief and loss. We focus on your objectives, values and goals as you move from pain to new possibilities. Everyone has strengths on which to build, the capacity to grow, heal and choose the life they long for in their own way. Your personal experience will be listened to and deeply respected. Through my rich background in counseling, education and the arts I am able to offer practical tools to help you connect with your unique gifts, deepen your sense of self-worth and support you in creating happy, fulfilling relationships in your world.

Is constant fighting with your spouse or partner getting to you? Are conflicts with others becoming more frequent? Is parenting turning out to be more difficult than you thought it would be? Call me and discover how counseling can help you; 1) feel more connected in your relationships, 2) find relief from your emotional pain, and 3) learn skills to live at your full potential.

I believe in the power of the arts, humor, connection and play as vehicles for transformation and healing, whether you're a child, teen, or adult. I work with folks who want to improve their communication, have thriving relationships, and just feel a whole lot better! Life is messy and constantly changing! Whether you are experiencing a major life transition, relationship or career change, or simply feeling overwhelmed or lost, I’m here to help you navigate your way through. I'll stand alongside you, your teen, or your child, and help guide toward a healthier, happier self and family. Increased fulfillment and meaning are possible.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD and/or life changes like divorce or moving? Is your child or teen having a tough time and need support to get back on track? Are parenting challenges rising to the forefront? If so, you or your family members don't have to go it alone. I can help you or your family member learn tools to reduce anxiety/OCD, decrease depression, improve your mindset, and increase your ability to cope with the changes in your world. Sometimes it can be helpful to have someone outside of your family and friends to get support from, and a trained licensed therapist is the way to go.

Thank you for your interest in my practice. I have over 20 years of clinical experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families. I work to tailor my approach to each individual's specific needs & concerns so that together we can create a path towards healing, empowerment and change. I believe that each person and age-group has different needs within a therapy setting. I utilize play, art, sand, and interactive talk therapy to create a safe, compassionate and dynamic approach to support change.

Reaching out for support for yourself, your child/adolescent or your family is the first step towards feeling more grounded, empowered and happy in this world we live in. I am here to help you and your family find balance in your life, even through the chaos that we all can find around us at times. I am here to actively listen, support, collaborate, and help you and your loved ones discover the strengths you hold from within. I am ready to sit with you, your child/teen and your family to hold space for whatever feelings come up and help you find the answers that I know are already within you.

I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who came to practice later in life and believe my life's experience makes me a better therapist. I enjoy working with children and older adults facing life transitions. I treat children who suffer from anxiety and depression and those that are victims of abuse, abandonment, and homelessness. I support Transgender & Gender Non-Conforming Clients. Iwork with adults facing a life transition. This may be caring for an older parent, loss of a loved one, or a life threatening illness. These situations trigger a mixed bag of emotions that can be overwhelming.

I work from a depth perspective and emphasize respect and compassion in my work with people of all ages, engaging with my clients interactively to support healing and growth.