As a parent, there is nothing harder than watching your child struggle with big emotions, anxiety, or behaviors you don’t quite know how to navigate. You want them to feel confident, understood, and happy, but sometimes traditional “talk” just isn’t enough. I believe that play is a child’s first language. While adults use words to process their world, children use play to express what they can’t yet say. As an LCSW getting specialized training in Child-Centered Play Therapy—and currently working toward my full certification—I provide a dedicated space where your child can lead the way. Through play, I help children process trauma, build emotional resilience, and develop the coping skills they need to thrive. I know that when a child is struggling, the whole family feels it. I don’t just work with your child in isolation; I work with you. Parenting through mental health challenges or developmental milestones requires its own set of tools. I offer a supportive, non-judgmental space for parents to: Understand the “why” behind their child’s behaviors. Strengthen the parent-child bond through attachment-based strategies. Develop practical, trauma-informed techniques to use at home. Navigate the complexities of raising a resilient child in today’s world. My clinical background in Central New York has taught me that healing happens when a person—no matter how small—feels truly seen and safe. Whether I am co-facilitating an adolescent DBT group or sitting on the floor in a play session, my focus is always on person-centered, trauma-informed care. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, life transitions, or social-emotional hurdles, I am here to provide the specialized, high-touch care your family deserves.
