
Counseling & Therapy

For many people having a trusted person to talk with on a regular basis can make a significant difference as they navigate daily challenges and stresses.
Therapy can provide a safe, empathetic and accepting place for parents and children to find the support and guidance they may need.
What to expect at our office: In most cases the first appointment will be a parents-only Zoom visit with the therapist. This provides an opportunity for the parent to share all of the areas of concern and background with the therapist so they can have a better understanding of your childs needs. After the first visit, appointments will be for the child in the office (or Zoom if necessary).
Parent/Guardian must always stay on premise for the duration of all visits. Parent may be asked to speak with the therapist for a few minutes at the beginning or end of each visit. Generally the therapist will want to meet with your child weekly for a short time (6-8 weeks) and then visits may reduce to every-other week or monthly, depending on progress. We recommend that the parent discuss any scheduling or financial limitations with the therapist so they can help tailor a plan that will meet your childs needs and also work well for your family.
Parent participation, cooperation and consistency is essential to making progress with your child.
Our Clinicians
MA, LPC, NCC
LPC - Associate, NCC
Parents & children may benefit from therapy services by:
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Improving the ability to understand and respond to the child's cues in a sensitive and effective way
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Reduce the frequency or intensity of the child's troublesome and/or harmful behaviors
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Develop concrete ways to support the child at home and school
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Develop effective ways to communicate and maintain healthy relationships within the family
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Increase the ability to provide a safe and secure environment
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Reduce parental stress and increase parent sense of self efficiency and confidence in managing the child's needs
Therapeutic Services include but are not limited to the following:
Improving:
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Attention & focusing issues
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ADHD, school/home interventions
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Social skills
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Autism Spectrum
Managing:
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Anxiety
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Attachment & Separation
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PTSD
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Adjustment Disorders
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OCD
Developing strategies for:
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Behavioral Management
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Oppositional arguing & explosive temper
Improve unbalanced feelings of:
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Depression
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Low self-esteem
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Emotional issues
We offer:
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Cognitive Behavior Therapy
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Parenting education and strategies
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Group Therapy (depending on interest)
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Play Therapy (Ages 4-10)
Please note
KCPA providers are not able to see a client who is involved in an open/pending court case or investigation. This may include divorce of parents, custody arrangements or CPS cases. If in the course of receiving services at KCPA the child and/or parent(s) becomes involved in an opened case, our providers may need to refer you to another professional until it's conclusion.






