Introduction: I have received extensive training in child therapy, and am currently in advanced training with Lisa Dion, international teacher and creator of Synergetic Play Therapy (SPT). SPT is "the first research-informed play therapy model to blend together neuroscience, attachment/attunement, therapist authenticity, physics, emotional congruence, nervous system regulation, and mindfulness/mindsight" (synergeticplaytherapy.com).
I have worked in the school setting providing individual counseling to children with a variety of needs. I have led groups for both boys and girls to develop social skills, empowerment, leadership, sportsmanship, life skills, anger management, and mindfulness. I have also facilitated social-emotional development groups for moms and their growing infants/toddlers.