Trauma informed, neurodiversity-affirming therapy for children, teens, and adults
What is Trauma-Informed?
Trauma-informed means operating from a lens that all of us have had difficult experiences, whether or not you want to call them trauma. This could mean instances of bullying, losing a loved one, an assault, or a natural disaster, among many others. Being trauma-informed means I take all of this into consideration when working with anyone. I will let you tell your story at the pace you’re comfortable with, never forcing anyone to talk about anything they are not ready to talk about. I will also take care to ensure your nervous system is regulated in our sessions. I am trained in EMDR for those wanting to work specifically on trauma.
What is Neurodiversity?
Neurodiversity is the concept that we all have differences in our brains; the ways we think, learn, communicate, etc., and all of those differences are valued. This concept typically applies to folks with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other neurological differences. Instead of viewing these as something that needs to be “fixed” or changed, the differences are seen as typical diversity that occurs in our world and is one of the things that makes our world and humans beautiful and unique.
Unfortunately, our world has been built for folks who are “neurotypical”, making it hard for folks who are neurodivergent to function in certain spaces. If someone has sensory sensitivities, a typical classroom environment might feel overwhelming for them and lead to behaviors deemed inappropriate. As a neurodiversity affirming therapist, I believe in finding adaptations that can be made to the environment rather than trying to change the person.
(I try to avoid language like neurodivergent and neurotypical, but have found it is still the simplest way for explaining these concepts.)
Areas of Expertise
ADHD
Anxiety
Autism
Depression
Domestic Abuse
Emotion Regulation
Grief
Life transitions
Parenting
Perinatal Mental Health
Relationship Challenges
Self Esteem
Sexual Abuse
Stress
Trauma
Women’s Issues
Working with Kids
When working with children, I create a safe, playful, and supportive space where they can express themselves in ways that feel natural, whether through words, art, or movement. I focus on building trust and helping them feel seen and heard. I also work closely with parents and caregivers, offering guidance and support along the way. Every child is different, so I adjust my approach to meet their developmental needs and emotional world.
Interested in seeing if I can help your kid?
Therapy that Fits You
I tailor therapy to each individual, because no two people are the same. My work is focused on connection and grounded in relational neuroscience, ployvagal theory, and attachment theory. In our first session, we’ll talk about what’s bringing you in and explore which type of therapy might be the best fit, and we can always adjust as we go. Healing isn’t one-size-fits-all, and your therapy won’t be either.