Expressive Arts Therapists in Milton, GA

Are you worried that your teen daughter is stressed or depressed? Are you frustrated with the lack of communication or defiant behavior? Are you concerned about your teen's difficulties in regu? Modern teen-hood for girls is a very difficult time in life, one that needs a specific set of coping skills. The rise in peer pressure, competitive conflicts, and unhealthy social media messages are all likely contributors to a national increase in anxiety, depression and low self-worth in girls. Counseling can help teen girls to improve decision-making, managing stress, and learning coping strategies to better set them up for future success

I enjoy helping children, adolescents, and adults face their current challenges and find healthy solutions to their problems. I have experience working with a variety of clients and clinical challenges such as behavioral problems at home or school, social skills, self-esteem, life changes/transitions, anxiety/stress management, and more. I work with the family system, as well as the individual, to help clients achieve their goals. I strive to create a supportive and respectful atmosphere. It is my aspiration to help clients feel empowered and cared for during the counseling process.

Our mission is simple…to help our clients move from pain and suffering to hope, resilience and freedom. Pain is an inevitable part of the human existence. Throughout our life, we naturally experience loss, rejection, defeat, physical and emotional pain. For many, pain and trauma experiences in life can be overwhelming. While we can’t go through life without experiencing pain, we do have a choice about how we’ll respond to it. As Holocaust survivor, Victor Frankl stated, “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.”

I help persons of all ages whose anxiety is spoiling their ability to participate fully in life. Chronic untreated anxiety is a deep form of suffering not visible to others. Treatment starts when you feel really heard and understood. I always begin by listening deeply. The journey of healing and change can be made a bit lighter when shared with a caring therapist. I provide safe, supportive and interactive help to enable you, or your loved one, to manage and overcome anxieties and fears. Together we can make your life and relationships better.

Welcome! My practice is open during early EVENING hours to accommodate after school schedules. I have been fortunate to have 19 years of counseling experience in both the school setting and the private sector, working with children ranging in ages 5-18, adults, and with families. While working with children and adolescents, I believe that the family dynamic is an extremely important part of the therapeutic process, and will often involve parents and siblings in therapy when it is helpful. I also work with parents who need support with parenting help in many different scenarios (toddlers to teens).

Are you struggling with relationships and boundaries? Are going through recent changes or wanting to chase your dreams but feel uncertain or unmotivated? Are you experiencing an increase in anxiety or depression that is stopping you from being the best you? Therapy can be a great a tool to help any of these possible feelings or changes you may be facing. You may be ready to take back control of your life and find some relief, or you might be at the stage of wondering if things can be better. I can help with all of these things, let's set up a no cost consultation call to see if I am a good fit for you!

Helping others has always been in my nature. I provide a nurturing and secure environment where clients can explore their emotions and experiences. My expertise lies in play therapy and expressive therapies, empowering children and teens to communicate and heal through creative expression. Additionally, I specialize in addressing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, and offer unconditional support during the various phases of motherhood.

Navigating the adolescent years is full of ups and downs for both parents and kids. Your teen or young adult is someone who is high-achieving and bright, but finds themselves dealing with perfectionism, feeling overwhelmed and anxious, and comparing themselves to others. They tend to overanalyze, overthink, and their inner voice is too critical. As a parent you’re ready to see your child feel whole again. You’re ready to support them as they navigate change and transition. Most of all, you’re ready for them to see the wonderful gifts they have to offer. I want to help your family get there.

Mental health struggles, counseling, and therapeutic relationship can be intimidating phrases. Whether you want a mental health check in, feel stuck in place, help with difficult transitions, or beginning a new exploration in your life, I would take the next steps alongside you.

Are you or your child struggling with self-harm, suicidality, dissociation, or similar issues? These are all very normal responses to painful life events. Therapy is a space where I can hold hope for you and be in your pain with you. My approach is warm, collaborative, creative, and trauma-sensitive, and nothing is “too much” or “too dark” to share. You're safe here. I offer evidence-based trauma therapies such as EMDR, TF-CBT, and DBT in addition to creative art, somatic, attachment, and parts (ex: inner child) work per your preference.