Through individual therapy, children and teens can learn to express and cope with their feelings more effectively. Dr. Aberle uses a relational approach in work with clients, and views a safe therapeutic relationship as being fundamental to progress. Additionally, she employs evidence-based approaches to help young people develop skills that will help them overcome challenges, and become better able to self-regulate.

Dr. Aberle is trained and experienced in play-based therapies and offers play therapy services in her practice. Children communicate their feelings and experiences through play, so this service is ideal for younger clients or those who are still becoming comfortable with verbally expressing their internal experiences.

All individuals exist and develop in the context of multiple systems of influence. The impacts of these systems are particularly salient during childhood and adolescence. Parent/Caregiver Guidance is often a component of treatment, particularly for younger children.

Parents/caregivers are the experts on their own children, and Dr. Aberle collaborates with parent/caregivers to understand children’s behaviors and emotional needs. Her approach to working with caregivers is supportive and collaborative.