As a therapist with a background in animal behavior, I bring forth a unique style of helping clients overcome a variety of life's challenges. My practice is built on client strength and compassion. I utilize traditional psychotherapy, along with the incredible benefits of animal-assisted play. The unique qualities of Animal-Assisted Play Therapy can be applied through providing emotional support during the therapy process; task-training a pet to mitigate a mental or emotional disability; or util
izing the hands-on components of animal training - a process which fosters teamwork, overcoming challenges, and positive communication between all involved. Animals often serve as a calming presence during the therapy process, allowing clients to work through their difficulties. By bringing animal-assistance a step further, I often involve the components of animal training and/or emotional support to build impressionable change in one's own life. I enjoy working with a diverse population, as well as supporting adolescents through a developmental period that can often spur a variety of challenges. My toolbox is filled with a handful of modalities, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, and Mindfulness. I look forward to watching you thrive!
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