Dana HellingerCounselor, MA, LCPC, LMFT

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Children often struggle with emotions; identifying, expressing and processing their feelings can be very difficult. Anger can rear its ugly head when underneath it may really be a whole bunch of other emotions going on. Some children need to express themselves other than verbally. Play and art therapy techniques, sand tray, and therapeutic games can be used as ways for kids to process emotions without talking or feeling pressured. Children often just need to be heard, given skills, and provided with opportunity for little successes that can increase their self-esteem. Parents are invited to learn valuable tools as well. View 4 Photos I am able to create a safe secure environment where a child can learn, grow, heal, and move toward a healthier way to cope with the changes life hands them. I use a trauma-informed approach to help the child feel comfortable in the therapeutic setting. I am a certified facilitator of Circle of Security Parenting Program to offer parents guidance too.

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