What therapy looks like

Can you think of a time when someone was “with you”-truly valued you as a person, your whole self? That’s how I show up as a therapist. I bring my authentic, playful, creative self into each session to really help you feel understood and seen.

I believe that the therapy session is a sacred space, and I offer various options for direction based on what you bring to each session. Whether it’s through conversation, art, silence, music, play, movement, or other methods, my goal is to provide you with a therapy experience that is truly unique to you.

In my work with children, I am guided by Garry Landreth’s principles of play therapy. These tenets emphasize the unique nature of children and their capacity for emotional depth, resilience, and growth. I believe that children are not miniature adults, and it’s essential to interact with them in a way that respects their individuality and natural inclination toward play and self-expression. I also believe that parents are the ultimate experts when it comes to understanding their children. My approach involves working alongside you, recognizing and nurturing your innate parenting abilities while providing additional support and guidance to address any challenges your child and family may be encountering.

I love quotes, affirmations, and metaphors. I use memes, Instagram accounts, TikTok videos, podcasts, etc., to invite laughter and lightheartedness while still validating life’s struggles. I value authenticity and see the use of swearing and humor as meaningful tools for self-expression when appropriate. I know the systems we live in can have a real impact on our well-being, and hold space for conversations while helping you find connection, meaning and sense of empowerment.

My uniqueness as a therapist:

Populations I serve:

Children ages 7-12

Teens ages 13-17

Adults 18+

LGBTQIA+

SPMI

Concerns I support:

• Gender identity

• Sexual identity

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Trauma in children

• CPTSD in children and adults

  *I do not provide EMDR or Brainspotting at this time

• Body image/self-esteem

• Relationship/interpersonal challenges

• Child behavioral concerns

• Adoption, foster care and permanency

• Life changes/adjustments

• Mental/emotional abuse

• Childhood abuse/neglect

• Life changes/adjustments

The Therapy Room

Therapy services are held virtually or at

Cedar Valley Center for Child and Family Therapy

3460 Washington Drive Suite 110

Eagan, MN 55122

*Pictures coming soon