As a licensed clinical social worker specializing in infant and early childhood mental health, I am passionate about supporting children, teens, and families through connection, curiosity, and compassionate care. I work from an attachment-based lens, grounded in the belief that all behavior has meaning—and that healing and growth happen within safe, supportive relationships. My style is warm, collaborative, and play-focused, creating a comfortable space where young people and their caregivers can build resilience and strengthen emotional regulation skills.
My Approach
I specialize in attachment work and play therapy, supporting children and adolescents who experience emotional, behavioral, or relational challenges. Whether a child is navigating big feelings, struggling socially, or working through past stress or trauma, I help them learn to understand their internal world and develop effective coping tools. With teens, I integrate developmentally appropriate strategies that honor their increasing autonomy while still supporting family connection.
Much of my work involves partnering with caregivers. I believe that parents and families are essential agents of change, and I strive to empower them with insight, strategies, and confidence. I view therapy as a collaborative process that strengthens the parent-child relationship and enhances a family’s sense of safety and connection.
Training & Experience
I bring specialized training in:
- Infant/Early Childhood Mental Health
- Child-Parent Psychotherapy
- Circle of Security Parenting
These evidence-based approaches deeply inform my work with young children and their caregivers, especially around attachment, emotional development, and relational healing.
In addition to clinical practice, I have extensive experience training and supervising clinical social workers, as well as providing consultation within the early education field. These experiences allow me to understand the broader systems that impact children and families and to collaborate effectively with caregivers, educators, and providers.