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Discover how I support kids with anxiety, sensory needs & trauma through neurodivergent-affirming, strengths-based therapy that truly meets them where they are.
How Kids Learn Social Skills in Play Therapy: A Guide for Parents
Wondering how kids build social skills in play therapy? Learn how safe, regulated sessions help children practice communication, empathy, and emotional regulation while developing lifelong relationship skills.
The Foundation of Self-Regulation: Our “Hidden” Eighth Sense, Interoception
Discover how trauma and neurodivergence impact interoception in children and why body awareness is key to emotional regulation. Learn how play therapy supports healing.
“Am I Failing as a Parent?” How Anxiety and Perfectionism Can Be Signs of Growth
Feeling parenting anxiety and self-doubt? Learn why these feelings are normal, how they affect your child, and how to grow resilience together as a family.
How Kids Learn Skills in Play Therapy (And Why It’s So Different From “Just Talking”)
Wondering how kids actually learn in play therapy? Discover how connection, modeling, and play help children build lasting emotional and regulation skills.
Emotional Dysregulation in Disguise: Supporting Anxious, Perfectionist Children
Your “perfect” child might be struggling inside. Learn how perfectionism can signal anxiety and what tools help kids build self-compassion and resilience.
The Therapeutic Relationship: Why It’s the Key to Successful Play Therapy
Discover how a strong therapeutic relationship, unconditional positive regard, and safety support healing in play therapy for children and families.
Understanding the 4 Core Threats to a Child’s Nervous System: Insights from Synergetic Play Therapy
Learn the four types of threats that can trigger anxiety or dysregulation in children, based on Synergetic Play Therapy—and how play therapy can help your child feel safe and supported.
What Does Progress in Play Therapy Actually Look Like?
Explore the 3 phases of the play therapy process—exploration, choice, and empowerment—and learn what real progress looks like at every stage of your child’s healing journey.
5 Common Misconceptions About Play Therapy – And the Truth Behind Them
Wondering what play therapy really is? Learn the top 5 myths about play therapy—and discover how it helps children build emotional skills, resilience, and healing through play.