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I am a marriage and family therapist (MFT) that focuses on helping children, parents, and families explore their world through play and relational experience in therapy. The feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, and conflict can build in ourselves and in our relationships resulting in feeling stuck and like there is no way out. I believe in the power of play to explore with children (and parents!) their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a natural and growth-focused way. I provide a safe space for children, parents, and families to learn more about themselves and others in their lives, which results in endless possibilities to do things differently and find relief.
I have a Bachelor’s degree in Neuropsychology from the University of Cincinnati and a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Akron. I'm currently under the supervision of Kimberly Koljat, IMFT-S (Independently Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor), OH #F.2000144-SUPV working towards my independent license. I have experience working with children and families in-home addressing issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, parenting/coparenting, grief, life transitions, sibling conflict and more. My focus and passion is working with children and parents to help build the family’s connection and understanding of themselves and each other to meet their goals and see positive outcomes.
Provides child-centered play therapy for children ages 3 - 12 to explore their world through play.
Areas of focus: behavioral issues, school issues, anxiety, separation anxiety, depression, grief, self esteem, attachment difficulties, peer relationships, family/sibling conflict, life transitions, stress, trauma.
Children in person in Cleveland, OH.
Provides tween/teen therapy to explore needs and issues through experiential and talk therapy.
Areas of focus: identity work, school issues, peer relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, self esteem, parent-child relationship issues, stress, trauma, life transitions.
Tweens/Teens in OH in person or via Telehealth.
Provides family therapy to work on relationships and elevate interpersonal distress.
Areas of focus: parenting, family/sibling conflict, family identity
Families in OH in person or via Telehealth
I will be facilitating two groups to support school aged kids and parents around anxiety management and information. Please reach out for a brief consultation if you are interested in joining the group!
This group will provide elementary school aged children a safe, social environment to learn tools and build awareness around the experience of anxiety.
Activities centered around developing body awareness in the experience of anxiety.
Interactive participation in group activities to foster social connection.
Practice different coping methods and self soothing skills when experiencing anxiety
Increased awareness of how anxiety may show up in the body.
Increased understanding of individuals may experience anxiety.
Applicable tools and practiced skills to implement when feeling anxious.
Ages 7 - 10
Up to 4 members
1 hour and 15 minute session
$30 per weekly meeting
6 week series
Location: Tremont, OH
Parents will increase understanding of their child’s experience of anxiety and feel better equipped to navigate their child's experience by learning coping skills, gathering insight, and receiving support from other parents in similar experiences.
Provide information on developmental stages, psychosocial needs, and attachment and how this may impact anxiety presentations
Participants will learn new coping techniques and emotional regulation skills to assist you and your child when feeling anxious.
Participants will engage in group discussion and small group activities to practice building new skillsets.
Participants will build relationships with other parents in similar experiences and find mutual support.
Feel more informed and empowered to help your child when they experience anxiety.
Identify ways to manage personal triggers when with a child experiencing anxiety
Gain 3 new coping techniques and regulation skills to apply with your child.
Build a community of support from others.
Parents of kids ages 6 - 12
Up to 4 members
1 hour and 15 minute session
$30 per weekly meeting
6 week series
Location: Tremont, OH