Resident in Counseling
As the parent of a struggling child or adolescent, you often find yourself wondering what you can do to help them feel better. I believe it is important to understand “What is happening to me” versus “What is wrong with me.” I have had the pleasure of working with clients aged 3 to 55 years old and their families. I am familiar with Court-ordered clients, children in the foster care system, victims of sexual abuse and domestic violence, as well as active duty service members, veterans, and their families.
I use a person-centered/child-centered approach to provide a safe and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment. Through Play, Art, and Music, Trauma Focused-CBT, EMI, Mindfulness Therapy, and Psychoeducation, we will explore the effects of trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustments, suicidal ideations/attempts, and military transitions. I am a trauma-informed clinician and am working towards becoming a Registered Play Therapist. Working with children is where my passion lies.
As a military veteran and active duty spouse, I understand the difficulties of transitions and the effects they can have on every family member. I believe that everyone has their own story to tell and should be given the space and support to tell it their way.
You can learn more about Tiara’s and her approach to therapy by visiting her profile on Psychology Today.