Adolescence is a time of transition when both parents and adolescents can feel overwhelmed and at a loss for how to navigate the unique challenges and changes of this period. I act as a supportive ally to the adolescent and aid in increasing self-understanding while providing insight into the purpose any negative behaviors might serve. My goal is to enhance the adolescent’s capacity to cope with challenges by increasing their ability to understand and regulate their emotions and help them to develop more positive means to meet their emotional needs.
In addition to working with the adolescent, I provide parenting consultations to assist parents in how to best discipline and support their adolescent.