How do I know if I need therapy?
Counseling is an excellent form of support for whenever life begins to feel overwhelming or you begin to feel stuck in old patterns that no longer are useful or helpful.

How long does therapy last?
There is no magic number of sessions as the work is unique to each individual. Together we will decide now many sessions will provide you with the relief and satisfaction you desire.

Do you take insurance?
Although I do not work with insurance companies directly, I can provide you with documentation that you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement.

What is Sandtray therapy?
Through the use of a variety of objects and figures, both symbolic and representative of your world, you create a fantasy scene or miniature world that becomes a metaphorical story that can represent the conflicts and feelings that you may not have been aware of. This is a subtle yet profound therapeutic technique that children as well as adults find insightful. You can check www.sandplay.org and www.sandtray.org for more information.

What is Gestalt play therapy?
Play is truly the language of children. Children under the age of 12 have a limited ability to verbalize their feelings and thoughts and so talking about their problems with a therapist is difficult. However, through play, children express their feelings, master new skills, integrate new experiences into their understanding of their world, and hone their problem-solving and coping abilities. My job is to create a safe and comfortable place for them to explore these issues in as well as to use words to reflect and express what they thus communicate through their play.

What is Theraplay?
All are aware of the importance of the early bonding/attachment that occurs between an adult and a baby. This relationship is the cornerstone for future relationship “buildings”. Theraplay is all about healing and strengthening a child’s sense of attachment to an adult. In Theraplay the child is given the opportunity to re-experience the early types of connecting with others through play as guided by the therapist. This is a very effective model for use with adopted children and their parents. The website is www.theraplay.org.