CHILD COUNSELING |
In order to offer developmentally appropriate counseling to children ages 2-8, I use Synergetic Play Therapy. You may have read about this modality elsewhere on my website. Play is the natural language of children. It is wise to allow them room to express themselves in a way that comes naturally. Synergetic Play Therapy is designed to support a child moving through challenges and learning to better regulate her/his/their own body. In this way, a child can come to counseling and learn about their own experiences, including new ways to respond to stressful events.
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I offer coaching to adults wanting support in responding to children. While it is commonly referred to as ‘parent’ coaching, what I offer can be applied to work with students, mentees, grandchildren, etc. Parent coaching focuses on the adult learning about child development and growing in self awareness, in order to build new skills around how to support a child in the tough moments. We can address tantrums, bedtime, chore completion, getting teeth brushed, and many other topics! Coaching is available face-to-face and via video; it can be useful when parents are wanting to support multiple siblings and as an alternative or addition to counseling.
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PARENT COACHING |
SUPERVISION/ CONSULTATION |
I am a nationally Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor and an LPC in Oregon. I offer supervision to post-graduate clinicians working towards an RPT, an LPC in Oregon, and/or growing in skill as a clinician. Supervision can be focused specifically on learning Synergetic Play Therapy or in learning more general play therapy or child counseling skills. Supervision and consultation services are available in-person or via secure video.
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I love sharing information with people. Currently, I offer a recurring Parenting Class in Corvallis. Past workshops have included topics such as: working with adolescents in counseling; supporting children moving through grief; and helping kids manage anxiety. Please contact me if you have a specific request for a class, workshop or talk with a small group!
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EDUCATION |
GENDER AFFIRMATIVE CARE |
In all of my work with children, families, and therapists, I welcome exploration and expression of gender. I have specific training in assessing adolescents for readiness for gender affirmative medical care. If you and/or your child is needing documentation for medical intervention, I can collaborate with you and your medical providers to help support the process.
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