When big feelings take over, I’m here to help you & your child
Hi, I’m Lindsay. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Synergetic Play Therapist, and I specialize in supporting anxious and neurodivergent children and teens, especially those who are high-achieving, highly sensitive, and often holding more inside than others can see.
If you’re here, you may be feeling confused, concerned, or even a little helpless.
Maybe your child seems “fine” on the outside, doing well in school, meeting expectations, keeping it together, but at home, it’s a different story. The meltdowns, the shutdowns, the emotional overwhelm. It can feel like they’re two completely different kids, and you’re left trying to make sense of what’s really going on beneath the surface.
You might notice that your child puts a lot of pressure on themselves. They want to get everything “just right,” and when they can’t, it’s hard for them to cope. Or maybe they internalize their feelings so deeply that it’s difficult to know what they’re actually experiencing until it all comes out at once.
You’ve tried to support them. You care deeply. And still, something doesn’t quite feel settled.
That’s where I come in.
My work is grounded in Synergetic Play Therapy and Polyvagal Theory, using a nervous system-informed approach to support children and teens experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and neurodivergence.
I specialize in working with kids who hold it together on the outside, but are struggling internally.
I take a neurodivergent-affirming approach, which means I’m not here to “fix” your child or make them fit into a mold. Instead, I help them understand their internal world, build regulation skills that actually work for their nervous system, and feel more confident being who they are—both at school and at home.
My goal is for your child to feel safe enough to drop the mask, express what they’ve been holding in, and develop a stronger sense of self.
Working with Parents & Caregivers
I start by partnering closely with you.
We’ll talk about what’s feeling most challenging, whether that’s anxiety, after-school meltdowns, emotional outbursts, or your child shutting down, and set clear, meaningful goals for therapy so we can track progress and adjust as needed. At the same time, we honor your child’s pace and what feels important to them.
You are an essential part of this process.
Together, I’ll help you:
→ Understand what your child’s behavior is communicating
→ Respond more confidently during difficult moments
→ Support regulation at home
My Background
Before starting my private practice, I worked as a school-based therapist in Jeffco Public Schools, supporting children from preschool through middle school. This gives me a strong understanding of how academic pressure, social dynamics, and internal stress show up across environments, and how to support kids in each of them.
I hold a Master of Social Work from the University of Denver with a concentration in Children & Youth, along with certification in School Social Work.
My Approach & How We’ll Work Together
What Sessions Look Like
Through play therapy, creative expression, and a strong therapeutic relationship, I help children process what they don’t yet have words for. Many parents worry, “What if my child won’t talk?” The good news is—talking isn’t required for therapy to be effective.
Through play, art, and attuned connection, your child can:
→ Safely express and process emotions
→ Practice regulation skills in real time
→ Increase resilience and identify new ways to approach challenges
→ Learn more about their brain & nervous system and identify strategies that actually work for them
This is where deep, lasting change happens.
Individualized Care & Outcomes
I tailor every session to your child’s strengths, needs, and developmental stage.
Therapy becomes a space where your child can practice new skills, build emotional awareness, and feel more confident navigating challenges, so those skills begin to carry over into daily life.
Families often share a sense of relief, like things finally make sense.
Instead of constantly guessing, you begin to understand your child more clearly.
Instead of feeling stuck, you start to see real shifts in how your child copes, communicates, and connects.
Fill out the contact information below, and I’ll be in touch shortly. Your child doesn’t have to keep holding it all in. And you don’t have to figure this all out on your own.
Contact Lindsay
Not sure where to start? That’s okay. I’d love to hear more about your child and explore what support could look like. Fill out some info, and I’ll be in touch shortly. I can’t wait to hear from you!