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Child & Teen Counseling Services in Clearwater

Child & Teen Counseling

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Warm, individualized support for anxiety, self-esteem, friendship challenges, family changes, school stress, and emotional regulation.

Play-Based Therapy

Children often communicate through play before they can fully explain their feelings with words.

Age-appropriate games, art, and creative activities help children process experiences, practice coping skills, and feel more confident.

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CBT, Anxiety Support & Parent Guidance

Cognitive behavioral strategies help children and teens notice unhelpful thoughts and practice healthier, more flexible responses.

Sessions may address anxiety, school avoidance, perfectionism, ADHD-related challenges, big emotions, and stress.

Young clients build practical tools for confidence, emotional regulation, and positive social skills.

​Parents receive collaborative guidance to strengthen communication, routines, boundaries, and connection at home.

My Approach

My approach is warm, collaborative, and individualized. As a former teacher and a mom, I understand how emotional, behavioral, and school-related concerns can affect the whole family. I tailor counseling to each child or teen’s developmental needs, strengths, personality, and goals.

​I combine play-based therapy, cognitive behavioral strategies, person-centered care, and parent support to create a safe, nonjudgmental space. Therapy is a partnership built on trust and practical progress, helping young clients feel understood, strengthen coping skills, and build lasting confidence.

My Approach

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