Supporting Children Through Life’s Challenges
Children need a safe, supportive space to explore, process, and express what they’re going through. Therapy can offer just that—a place where they feel seen, heard, and understood.
Your child may benefit from therapy if they:
- Struggle to manage big emotions like anger, anxiety, or sadness
- Seem withdrawn or have difficulty finding joy in everyday life
- Often see the glass as “half empty”
- Have trouble navigating friendships or sibling relationships
- Are facing a major life transition (such as a separation, divorce, new school, or the arrival of a sibling)
- Feel misunderstood or have difficulty expressing their needs
Children often express stress differently than adults, which can leave parents feeling confused, concerned, and unsure of how to help. Without the right support, a child may feel isolated in their experience.Therapy can help bridge that gap—supporting both the child and their caregivers in building stronger connections and healthier ways of coping.
MY APPROACH WITH KIDS
With nearly 30 years of experience supporting, teaching, and empowering children from diverse backgrounds, I bring a deep understanding of childhood development and a heartfelt commitment to helping kids thrive.
My journey began as a nanny, where I gained firsthand insight into the day-to-day realities of family life and child development. I supported children with developmental delays, high-functioning autism, behavioral challenges, and those navigating complex family dynamics such as divorce and blended families. I’ve also had the privilege of being a co-parent to a wonderful child for the past five years.
After earning my undergraduate degree, I began teaching in preschools—starting in a Montessori setting and later finding my true calling in Waldorf education. There, I partnered with a parent to co-create our own preschool, where I served as lead teacher for five years, nurturing both children and their families.
For six years, I worked as a facilitator and trauma counselor with The Amala Foundation, leading retreats and youth summits around the world. This experience allowed me to connect deeply with youth from a wide range of cultural and personal backgrounds, enriching my understanding of resilience, identity, and healing.
My work with children is rooted in an attachment-based approach, which focuses on the natural development of a child’s emotional world through their relationships—particularly with parents and caregivers.
I bring a unique blend of honesty, creativity, and playfulness to each session. My approach typically combines talk therapy and coaching with light play, art, and games—helping children feel safe, engaged, and open to exploring important topics. Sessions usually include parents for about 50–75% of the time, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment for growth and connection.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Our work together begins with an initial parent-only session, where we’ll discuss your child’s history, current challenges, and any concerns you may have. Ideally, I like to meet with all primary caregivers involved in the child’s life—including parents, co-parents, and guardians—to build a shared understanding and foundation for support.
Throughout your child’s therapy process, regular caregiver “check-in” sessions will be required. These adult-only sessions can be scheduled in person or by phone and are an essential part of the therapeutic process.
Your child’s well-being is my top priority. For therapy to be effective, it requires commitment from caregivers to grow in their understanding and connection with their child. Together, we’ll explore your child’s unique needs and work toward strengthening your relationship through empathy, insight, and support.
When helpful, I may also collaborate with your child’s school to ensure they have the resources and consistency they need across environments.
My approach is focused on helping children become more confident, capable, and self-assured by building on their natural strengths. With the right support, children often adapt quickly—especially when their environment is aligned with their growth.