As children get older their social and emotional needs change. Some children may feel overwhelmed by the social, academic, and emotional demands placed on them. They may struggle to form friendships, feel pressure to excel and are overly critical of themselves. They may struggle getting past rigid thinking (one-track mind) and in their efforts to cope present with additional challenges, such as tantrums, sleep and appetite changes, irritability, low energy, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, hyperactivity, and attention problems.

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My aim together is to cultivate resilience amidst daily stressors and hone self-regulation skills to help children thrive and feel joy.  When you can manage triggers and negative thinking effectively, you can start brainstorming solutions. Being able to express themselves, solve problems, and manage their anxiety, leads to greater self-esteem and self-confidence. 

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I utilize play-based and cognitive approaches. We work, but we also have fun together! My approach emphasizes equipping children with a personalized toolbox of new ways of thinking, calming and grounding activities, managing their emotional states, and building new skills. 

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