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When working with children, adolescents and teens, I specialize in family therapy. I believe there are optimum results when the entire family is involved in helping one child who is struggling. In is common for many struggles to begin in the home for a variety of reasons, this is why it is important to focus on the family as I also focus on the child. It is my goal to always move the child toward a better relationship with their parent, not put a wedge between them. In working with families, I am able to observe family relational patterns and other issues that are easy to manage once they are brought to the forefront. Family therapy is recommended for any kind of parent-child conflict, or for any struggles that a child might have. As our culture has changed, so have the attitudes and behaviors changed in the area of sexual identity. Though gay, lesbian, and bisexuality are leading the charge in our Middle Schools and High Schools, I have found in my practice that many of our children and adolescents are struggling to make sense of their sexuality and are doing so through experimentation. I believe that a young person cannot define his or her sexual orientation by their experimentation. As I work with those who desire guidance, I explore with them, their experiences, needs and emotions in order to help them make sense of their struggles. I also help to educate parents as to the whys behind a struggle such as this, and encourage open, honest communication with their adolescent or teen. In most cases, this is just another area where our young people are experimenting, and for those who seek help and guidance, most work this issue out in positive ways. Some of the common issues women faces are as follows: Depression, Anxiety, Marital Conflict, Sexual/Verbal/Physical Abuse, Grief & Trauma Recovery (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), Divorce and Addictions. Another common issue relates to spiritual issues of guilt and shame.
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