Hi there, I'm Melanie
As a dedicated mom and a Registered Nurse Psychotherapist, I understand that watching your child struggle can feel overwhelming. With experience in both healthcare and mental health, I know that emotional wellbeing is just as important as physical health.
My journey led me to specialize in Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT)—a gentle, research-backed approach that meets children where they are. I'm certified in CCPT, trained to help kids process their experiences through play, their most natural form of communication.
I believe there are no "bad" kids. Just children who need understanding, patience, and the right support to thrive. My goal is to create a safe, nurturing space where your child can heal at their own pace.
Through play therapy, I help children build emotional resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and express what they're feeling—even when words are hard to find.
Why Work With Me?
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As a therapist certified in Child-Centered Play Therapy, I provide specialized, evidence-based support designed specifically for children.
Play therapy isn't just playing—it's a powerful therapeutic approach that helps children process difficult emotions and experiences in a way that feels natural to them.
Specialized Support for Your Child
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Child-Led Sessions
Your child directs the play. I follow their pace, observe, and reflect what I see without pressure to talk or perform.
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Safe, Consistent Space
A dedicated playroom where your child can express feelings through play in a judgment-free environment.
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Evidence-Based Approach
Child-Centered Play Therapy is research-backed and developmentally appropriate for children ages 3-12.
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Parent Consultations
We meet after every 5th session so you understand what's happening in sessions and how to support your child at home.
Approaches
My practice is grounded in Humanistic, Person-Centered Therapy, following the principles developed by Carl Rogers. I believe every child has the innate capacity for growth and healing when they feel genuinely heard, accepted, and understood.
I specialize in Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT), a developmentally attuned approach that allows children to express thoughts and emotions through play—their most natural form of communication. In the playroom, children lead the way while I provide empathy, acceptance, and a safe space to explore their inner world.
This process helps children process experiences, strengthen self-esteem, and develop healthy coping skills at their own pace. There's no pressure to talk. Just trust in your child's natural way of healing.
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