Children (6 to 10) Therapists in Bowling Green, OH

As a drug and alcohol counselor, I have learned that individuals want to be heard and seen. That's difficult when you have an addiction. Whether it's to substances or addictions to other things such as pornography, gambling, gaming, eating, etc., I am here to help you find your way out of the repeated cycles. These cycles affect your daily functioning, relationships, and physical well-being. Addiction leads you down roads you never thought you would find yourself on. It can be isolating and bring up many emotions. I can provide a safe space to explore why the patterns continue to be repeated and help you find a different way.

Why is my child struggling in school? What treatments would be best for me? Does my child have autism? Do I? If questions like these have been on your mind, a psychological assessment is an investment you should make.

Being a child and adolescent can be a tough, and confusing time. So many complex emotions that are difficult to understand or identify. Feelings of anger, sadness, or fear are all normal, but sometimes your child may need extra help with what to do with those feelings. The struggles of daily life, a bully at school, change in living situation or a divorce can all make it even more difficult to navigate these feelings and emotions. Maybe your child is struggling to focus in the classroom, has trouble getting along with peers, stays up late worrying before bed, or cannot sit still in the classroom.

I enjoy working with people in all stages of life and have a broad range of treatment approaches depending on individual need. I believe that relationships with others and one’s own physical well-being are vital considerations when helping people reach the highest level of satisfaction with life.

Life is hard. Relationships can be challenging. If you are looking for a safe and hope-filled place to talk and work through hard things, consider Mighty Oak. We have eight licensed mental health professionals ready to help you achieve your treatment goals. If you need a place to vent, or just an objective sounding board, consider Mighty Oak. I have a client centered practice that specializes in helping adults, adolescents and kids find strength, wisdom, courage, and comfort to thrive in spite of life's challenges.

Bowling Green State University's Psychological Services Center (PSC) offers a broad range of mental health services to the NW Ohio community. Our staff of approximately 40 doctoral students in Clinical Psychology work under the close supervision of licensed psychologists who are BGSU faculty or adjunct faculty. Services are offered to individuals, couples, and families. The PSC embraces diversity and welcomes clients of any age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, and/or disability status. All services are confidential.

My therapy style is warm, fun, and sometimes silly, curious, and imaginative. I have an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. "I take a creative, strengths-based approach when working with children, providing a safe place for my young clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, wants and needs. I truly enjoy working with children and their caregivers to develop new ways of addressing concerns, and help families create a safe and nurturing atmosphere in their homes."

**Accepting Most Insurance** Therapy can be an amazing experience that leads to strengthened relationships and personal growth. It can be difficult, but rewarding to take the first step toward making change. I offer guidance to individuals, couples, and families dealing with issues that affect their well-being. Whether you are taking steps toward recovery, managing a stressful work environment, coping with anxiety or depression, managing your personal relationship, or just feeling overwhelmed, I can help. I will be here to facilitate the process of helping you get from where you are to where you want to be.

We have the capacity to heal, change, and grow. One of my favorite quotes is, "Although the world is full of suffering, it is full also of the overcoming of it." (Helen Keller) I strive to create strong therapeutic relationships in a supportive, empathetic, and confidential space where positive change is promoted. With a deep respect for the unique stories, strengths and needs of each person I see, I tailor my approach to the individual. Our work together is collaborative.

Living in a neurodiverse world can be lonely, isolating, and anxiety-provoking. Supporting those needs for both the individual and their loved ones can bring a unique set of challenges and concerns, many of which can be difficult to understand by the outside world. Our therapists support clients in developing techniques to improve coping skills and self-confidence while embracing neurodiversity. Sessions are tailored toward individual needs and include a variety of hands-on techniques including yoga, music, and use of visual supports.

I specialize in working with those in their early stages of life – from early childhood to adolescents to transitional youth. I strive to create a safe, fun, and engaging environment to examine and explore emotional and behavioral issues. I will walk beside you as we navigate the rough waters while working together to create a more positive future

Through life’s ups and downs, it is crucial for people to be seen, heard, and understood. It is through this validation that my goal is to be a consistent, constant support system for my clients through the ebbs and flows-good and bad. My contribution as a therapist is to provide a safe space for individuals to learn about themselves, explore their minds and hearts, and to challenge themselves when necessary. As for my approach, I often utilize Person Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as incorporating mindfulness techniques into treatment plans. I also integrate an eclectic approach to tailor to my clients needs.

So many times we are held back from being the full and true version of ourselves because of negative thought patterns and misguided feelings that we have about ourselves and the world around us. Becoming a healthy and fulfilled version of ourselves free from societal expectations can be scary. What if I lose people? What if I am wrong about what I want? What if my family won't accept me? What if I fail? What if I can't do it? I am seeing clients of all ages and walks of life to help them become the people that they want to be. I want to provide a space where everyone feels safe to be 100% themselves.

“People start to heal the moment they feel heard” - Cheryl Richardson - I think many of us have felt unheard at one point or another. As a social worker and therapist, my goal is to hold space for my clients and truly hear what they have to say, whether that is verbally or through art, music, or play. I believe in treating the health of a whole person — mind, body, and spirit — as one does not exist without the others. I work collaboratively with the client to determine the best roadmap for their therapy.