Child Therapists in Syracuse, NY

Therapy can be a challenging process of becoming self-aware and accepting. However, this can be eased when you are provided with a safe place to explore your emotions, which is my goal. I have over 10 years of experience working with children , adolescent, and adults doing just this. It is an honor to hear my client's stories and aiding them in their journeys.

Reaching out for support for you or your loved one takes courage. With one of the hardest steps behind you, I am pleased you have found my private practice. My goal is to engage with clients of all ages in an interactive and collaborative effort to find sustainable change through growth and learning experiences in the context of an encouraging and nonjudgemental environment. My clients are my passion.

Evening availability in January! Welcome! I am here to offer a supportive environment to partner with you for an opportunity of self reflection & growth. Providing counseling support for a variety of wellness concerns including symptoms of depression, anxiety, women's wellness, life transition, relational strain, & more. Experienced in play therapy but working with individuals of all ages, couples, families, groups, & our LGBTQIA friends. Exploring all paths to recovery and encouraging of your organic supports toward wellness.

At The Sanctuary, we work with people of all ages. We believe that all people have infinite worth, so before working with us, know that is our view of you and/or your child already. Our clinicians have been classically trained in many of the greats (IFS, CBT, DBT, play therapy, person centered, etc.). With that being said, "Out of all of my credentials as a therapist, my most significant is that I'm a card carrying member of the human race" (Lori Gottlieb). Initially, our aims are to get to know you or your child from a strengths perspective and building a positive rapport.

As a Marriage and Family Therapist and Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, I believe that therapy is a journey that can provide valuable perspective and facilitate healing. In my sessions, I aim to create a supportive and safe environment where my clients can work to reclaim their lives from fear, pain, and hopelessness. By exploring the systems, families, and relationships that shape their experiences, my clients can gain insight into their inner selves and learn how to cope with past traumas and current stressors. Together, we can work towards moving forward rather than remaining stuck.

Providing Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE) and other testing services in partnership with school districts or as a second opinion to diagnose educational disabilities such as ADHD, Autism, reading disabilities, and Dyslexia for special education.

While working with you, I will help you understand the systematic factors and multi-generational patterns that may have you stuck. I work together with my clients to identify certain patterns and develop skills to change the dynamics that are causing the challenges in their life. Are you feeling stuck in an unhappy place, or feeling overwhelmed by worry? Are you in a relationship that is full of conflict with no resolution in sight? Are you struggling with difficult behaviors from your teenager or child ? Has your relationship been impacted by an affair?

Are you a frustrated parent, feeling that you cannot connect with your child ? Are you dealing with temper tantrums, defiance or even aggression? Are you concerned when you can't calm your child when they are anxious, scared or overwhelmed? Are you getting contacted by schools regarding their behavior? Does it feel like getting your child ready to leave the house or go to bed is exhausting? Have you wondered if your child has friends or the skills to progress academically? Does your child have a developmental diagnosis? Do you worry the effect having a child with a disability and/or behavior problem is having on your whole family?

Are there relationship issues in your life? Perhaps there's problems with your child , spouse, partner, family member or friend. My practice offers individual, family, couple and play therapy. I tailor treatment to meet the specific needs of each client. I believe in working with clients to establish a treatment focus most important in their lives. I work collaboratively with schools, physicians and other professionals as needed to address different areas of a client's life.

All people face challenges at certain times in their lives. We provide individual, family, and group therapy with a focus on helping anxious and depressed children and adults, frustrated and overwhelmed parents, and families struggling with a variety of challenges or just looking to improve their relationships. We will work with you to identify your needs and goals and provide you with the tools and skills you need to reach them in a supportive and confidential environment.

I am a pediatrician whose work focuses on helping children help themselves in dealing with many issues common to childhood including anxiety, bedwetting, dealing with chronic disease, depression, headaches, habit cough, hair pulling, insomnia, irritable bowel syndrome, pain, phobias, seizures, shortness of breath, tics, and vocal cord dysfunction. I also help children improve their academic and athletic performance, deal with existential questions, and develop a better spiritual understanding.

Are you a parent that is challenged by the day to day stressors of life with an active family. You may even be a parent of an extraordinary child with special needs or behavioral/ emotional challenges of their own. I understand and have experienced the emotional challenges parenting and family life has to offer. I work with children and their families together to cultivate improvements in shared understanding, emotional regulation, and behavior. Therapy can offer greater understanding and shared connection for the family as well as allow your child a place to process their emotions and learn self-regulation.