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Meet our expert child and family therapists available in your state
Meet our expert child and family therapists available in your state
Self-pay
Optum
United HealthCare
Anthem Blue Cross California
Cigna
Aetna
Sutter Health Plan
Ventura County Health Plan
Western Health Advantage
Cigna EAP
Alignment Health Plan
Optum EAP
ComPsych - Behavioral Health
Blue Shield of California
UMR
Sharp Health Plan
Sessions can range from $50-$150*
*Depending on insurance/payment method, session type, and duration.
ODD
| Anxiety Disorders
| ADHD
| Adjustment Disorder
| Depression
| Conduct Disorder
| Attachment Disorder
| Adoption
| Abuse/Neglect
| Anxiety or Worry
| Defiance
| Family Dynamics
| Grief
| Hyperactivity
| Peer Interactions
| Sadness
| Sexual or Gender Identity
| Stress Management
| Academic or Educational Problems
| Aggression
| Attention Issues
| Divorce
| Impulsivity
| Perfectionism
| Self-Esteem
| Suicidal thoughts
| Adjustment to New Situations
| Anger
| Bullying
| Frequent Health Complaints (ex. Stomach Pain, Headache, etc.) without Medical Cause
| Intense Emotions (Outbursts or Tantrums)
| Sleep Disturbances
| Self-harm
Play Therapy
| Client-Centered Therapy
Therapy with me looks like: For starters - that the child wants to be there. I chose play therapy as my specialty because children will more likely be engaged in the process of therapy if they have a means of building a relationship with the therapist, besides talking. I take the child-centered approach, letting them lead and helping them find their own way. I make suggestions on potential methods of approaching situations or point out what could have caused a negative reaction, but do not tell them that they were/are right or wrong for their choices. I expect to parents to be a big part of treatment, to work as a team to help their child. This includes getting regular updates from parents, as well as meeting with them every few sessions to discuss progress and concerns. I work school hours 9-4 in order to find balance in my own life and be present for my own children. Ideal match for families who have alternative school schedules.
Fun fact: I am a former elementary school teacher.
My favorite hobbies: I enjoy spending time outdoors and being with my own children. I enjoy hiking and camping or even just going to the zoo. I am a Girl Scout troop leader for my daughter’s troop and enjoy working with the troop on new adventures. I take part in my son’s scouting activities with Scouting America (formerly Scouts BSA aka Boy Scouts).
Accepting new clients in following states: CA
Licensed for virtual appointments in CA
CA, 92020
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