My career began over 20 years ago, supporting children and families through the DIR®/Floortime foundational framework-a relationship-based approach that centers on connection and co-regulation within the parent-child dynamic, while celebrating diverse ways of learning and relating. My practice has evolved to include a trauma-informed, humanistic lens that honors each individual’s story. Every client relationship begins with getting to know their strengths, what matters to them, and what they hope will change. Nature and ecotherapy are the anchor of my work. Sessions can take place in our cozy homestyle office, the community garden, or at local parks, beaches, and lakes, where the natural world supports regulation, presence, and perspective. For those who resonate with it, time with animals can be integrated as an additional source of comfort and connection. Creative expression is also woven throughout, and I frequently incorporate art and music as avenues for self-expression and deeper awareness of inner experiences. I ground my work with children in Child-Centered Play Therapy, creating a gentle and attuned space where they can express themselves, process difficult experiences, and communicate through the language of play. Through Sand Tray Therapy, children can bring favorite characters and stories to life, while role-playing with puppets offers opportunities to explore emotions and relationships in a way that feels natural and safe. As they portray a character's journey that often mirrors their own, children can feel seen, understood, and empowered, building self-confidence at a pace that feels right for them. I partner closely with parents and caregivers throughout the process to help ensure the growth and insights gained in session carry over into everyday life at home. In supporting adults, I integrate elements of Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Existential philosophy to foster emotional regulation, distress tolerance, self-discovery, and meaningful change. We build practical solutions and explore the stories that shape your life, reauthoring them in empowering ways. Whether through nature, creativity, or reflection, meaningful change often transpires when we feel safe enough to turn toward our experiences with curiosity and self-compassion. Growth truly flourishes through our connections—with nature, with others, and ultimately within ourselves.