Treatment Approach

In addition to traditional talk therapy, I use several experiential methods of treatment based on a person’s presenting needs, goals, and interests. These often include: art and writing, body movement, play, and nature-based activities. Each of these outlets can help engage our minds, bodies, and spirits in ways that better connect us to our humanity and natural state. I believe in being good at many different approaches rather than being “perfect” at any one technique. To me, taking care of my community means being able to help as many people as possible that come my way. It means being able to “meet people where they are” and tailor my approach and skills to best match what the person in front of me knows they need, are drawn toward, and benefit from. 

Choices regarding how and how often to meet will be made in collaboration and based on you/your child’s comfort level and agreement. We can also invite anyone into treatment that you/your child think would benefit the progress being made – this could be additional/extended family members, teachers or school staff, doctors or medical professionals, or other community members. How you or your child receive therapy is flexible and based on my clinical recommendations in addition to the expertise you bring about your own lives, preferences, and needs.