EXPrESSIVE therapy
Expressive therapy goes beyond traditional talk therapy and focuses on creative outlets as a means of expression. This therapy can be especially helpful for children and people who find it difficult to talk about their thoughts and emotions. We specialize in play, sand tray, and bibliotherapy to help children work through trauma.
Expressive therapy is used in many settings to help people explore difficult issues in their lives. These issues may be emotional, social, spiritual, and cultural.
Play Therapy
Do you have a child like Andrew? Well, not many of us do. But, wouldn't it be wonderful to understand what our children are trying to communicate to us?
What is Play Therapy?
Play is the way children learn and begin to develop from a very young age. This is also the way they express themselves and exhibit how they understand the world and people around them. Play is a child's natural form of expression, and in the therapeutic relationship children will communicate through activities, and toys rather than words. According to the Association for Play Therapy (APT), trained therapists use play therapy to address cognitive, behavioral and emotional challenges. During play, thoughts and feelings are revealed that otherwise would have remained hidden.
My approach....
I use play-based activities to help children feel understood and accepted. As the therapeutic relationship develops I aim to learn who your child is and how they view him or herself. I will work with your child to help them understand how to express themselves and promote self-confidence through client-centered therapy, parent and client education, and an individualized treatment plan based on your concerns. My goal is to provide families with the necessary resources to enhance skills and mindsets, by promoting positive change, growth and independence.
Bibliotherapy
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What is Bibliotherapy?
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My approach....
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Sandtray Therapy
Can you recall what it's like to play in the sand? Just think about walking along the beach and feeling the small particles between your toes or spending hours creating a masterpiece sand sculpture. Sand is a powerful tool to healing with endless possibilities. One of my favorite therapeutic interventions is Sandtray therapy.
What is Sandtray Therapy?
Sandtray therapy is a nonverbal, therapeutic modality that provides a full sensory experience focusing on the clients understanding of his or her world. Sand is used as a platform with the combination of miniature figures to create a scene reflecting an inner thoughts and feelings. This technique is combined with talk therapy to facilitate a deeper awareness of struggles or concerns. Sandtray therapy is a safe, creative way to communicate.
My approach....
After training in sandtray therapy for all ages, I use an all natural Jurassic sand that is dust and dye free, along with being asthma and allergy friendly. By using directives I incorporate sandtray therapy into sessions with children or adolescents who may not be able to express their inner feelings into words. I also use this method with adults to explore thoughts that they may be having trouble communicating. I have found this method to be useful with individuals that may have suffered from some form of trauma, abuse or neglect.