Infants and young children show us how they feel through their bodies and behaviors. These might come out as separation anxiety, excessive crying, defiance, aggression, sleep challenges, regressive behaviors, unsafe behaviors, disinterest in others, or physical symptoms such as tummy aches, toileting problems, or rashes.

Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) is an evidence-based model that specifically addresses difficult, stressful, or frightening experiences in young children 0-5 years old. Events include but aren’t limited to: medical trauma, NICU, interpersonal violence, community trauma, parental addiction or mental health challenges, grief & loss, foster care & adoptions, and other Adverse Childhood Experiences.

Many parents want their child to “talk to someone” - I want your child to be able to talk to YOU. Rooted in early childhood development, attachment, and infant mental health, sessions are dyadic (child and parent/caregiver together) and utilize the parent-child relationship as the vehicle for healing. You will be an active participant in your child’s healing. You will be your child’s therapist; I will be your coach.

You are your child’s first teacher, the one who puts them to bed, dealing with car rides, blowing noses, and putting bandaids on owies. I’m here to help you navigate the ups and downs of tending to your nest. We’ll schedule regular “grownups only” sessions to give you space to vent, brainstorm ideas, and provide support for challenges your family is experiencing (parenting or otherwise) without little ears overhearing. Since healing happens in community, I’ll also support you in connecting with resources to build a village.