OVERVIEW

I provide therapies that are holistic or helpful for the mind, body and spirit.  Interventions focusing on the whole person have proven effective in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, low self-esteem, family relationship issues and other childhood disorders. Integrating both secular and Christian counseling techniques creates a solid foundation for personal growth and healing.

PLAY THERAPY

Playing isn’t just fun, it is also very therapeutic.  Play is the language children use to express their feelings, explore relationships and find self-fulfillment.  Just as adults use words to communicate, children use play.  Play builds trust and mastery.  It fosters learning and acceptable behaviors.  It regulates emotions and reduces anxieties.  Playing promotes creative thinking and problem-solving.  It also encourages open communication while improving self-esteem.  With all of these benefits, it makes sense to use play in therapy for kids.  In fact, research suggests play therapy is an effective mental health approach for all ages, genders and problems!

CREATIVE INTERVENTIONS

Sometimes it takes a creative approach or a fun project to spark the interest of a child. Likewise, lessons can more easily be remembered when they are taught in creative ways. I use creative arts therapy to better connect with clients. Drawing, writing, painting, coloring — all of these activities can be useful interventions. The same goes for singing, writing songs/raps, playing instruments and games.  If a child loves to be outside in nature, then I create outdoor learning activities or ones using rocks, sticks, leaves, wood or even living creatures.  All interventions are guided by the interests of the child.

SAND TRAY THERAPY

A whole wall of my office is dedicated to my miniatures collection. Little figures of animals, Disney characters, people, bridges, rocks, fish, and many other things are displayed for kids to use in their sand worlds.  Clients are encouraged to let their imaginations flow as they create worlds in the sand.  This process creates a bridge between the conscious and the unconscious.  Sand tray therapy is actually a very deep kind of therapy.  The conscious mind relaxes its control, allowing penetration to the unconscious material lying beneath the surface.  This makes possible a completely new outlook on life.  Psychological maturation occurs within the child as a result of sand tray therapy and the child does this all on his own.  Progress becomes evident in sand pictures.  Conflict turns into resolution as chaos becomes ordered.  This technique is based on the thought that all children have within them the ability to heal, to know what they need on their own.  This type of symbolic and creative play has been proven to enable healing.

EXERCISE THERAPY

Children sometimes develop low self-esteem as a result of being overweight.  One of my passions is healthy living.  My goal is to help kids become healthy in all aspects of their lives.  This includes healthy eating and exercise habits.  For those kids needing help in this area, I do a combination of counseling and exercise training.  The location of my office allows for the walking/running of trails, weight-lifting and other activities designed to make losing weight fun.  Exercise programs are individually designed to meet the needs and likes of each client.

GROUP THERAPY

There are many benefits to group therapy.  Clients get to learn from others who are struggling with the same things as them.  They realize they are not alone. Every opinion is valued and respected.  Children learn to have a voice and to express themselves in acceptable ways.  Look for groups forming: homeschool, teen girl, adolescent boy, children of divorce and others.

RATES

INITIAL CONSULT
Free
​Come check out my office and learn all about what I do.
Decide if this type of therapy is a fit for your child and works for your family.

PARENT INTAKE
$35 | Session
Gathering of Information

8 SESSIONS
$240 | Paid Up Front ($30/session)
$320 | Paid Weekly ($40/session)
I like to see the child for four weeks and then meet with parents to review progress, update treatment plan and discuss any issues. Parent Session Fees are not included in 8 session package. Parent session will not count towards one of your eight.

GROUP COUNSELING  
$20 | Session

IN HOME OR SCHOOL VISIT
$40 | Session

PAYMENT OPTIONS
Insurance is not accepted at this time. Payment by cash, check or credit card.​