Are you frustrated by your child's behavior? Children communicate through behavior. Exploring the meaning of challenging behaviors can help identify obstacles that may be preventing a child from expressing and managing strong feelings, from developing meaningful/effective relationships, and from coping with stress. The clients I typically see are resilient and want things to improve. This can mean different things I am here to help you determine how best to make this happen. I see working with the family, as well as the child, as critically important. My approach is collaborative, nonjudgmental and honest. My involvement with 3,000 kids/families over 35 years, has provided a wealth of experience which can be combined with a parents' expertise on their child facilitate the identification and treatment of challenges and t he development of more effective coping. Entering therapy takes courage. Therapy, at it's best, requires a willingness to explore the thoughts, behaviors and patterns that may be limiting. Frequently it is the exploration of painful experiences that allows for personal growth and forward movement. Congratulations on taking the first step to creating a more fulfilling life!