Carolina Total Child — Therapy & Counseling for Children in Fort Mill, SC
As a therapist, I am committed to providing counseling that enhances the well-being of children and adolescents by addressing their unique needs. I collaborate with parents, educators, and other professionals to foster strong connections among home, school, and community. As a Certified Family Court Mediator, I work with children and their families to reduce the emotional impact of separation and divorce while prioritizing the children's welfare.
Services
Psycho-Educational Consultation
- Recommends academic, emotional, and behavioral strategies.
- Refers clients for more comprehensive evaluations if needed.
Divorce/Separation Counseling
- Supports children and parents coping with divorce/separation.
- Focuses on reducing emotional impact and fostering healthy co-parenting.
- Emphasizes mediation and ongoing contact with both parents.
Therapy Services
- Provides cognitive behavioral and humanistic therapy.
- Focus areas: anxiety, academic/behavioral difficulties, special needs, parenting, life changes.
- Uses talk therapy, play therapy, behavior modification, and self-regulation training.
Parent/Guardian Consultation
- Encourages ongoing parental involvement and discussion.
- Regular progress reporting within confidentiality limits.
- Aims to develop tools and skills for the child.
- Considers each child's individual differences.
Educational Advocacy
- Assists parents in obtaining, understanding, and managing IEPs or 504 plans.
- Includes consultation with professionals to develop comprehensive intervention plans.