Allison J Flink

I take a particular interest in working with young children, adolescents, and their families. It is rewarding to see individuals grow, heal, and learn from various challenges in their life. I enjoy providing support and education to parents and guardians on various ways to help support their child during difficult times. I utilize expressive therapies including play, art, and sand tray when working with young children. I have experience working with youth in foster care and their natural families, as well as families that have endured domestic violence and abuse. I am trained in Permanency and Adoption Competency through Center for Adoption Support and Education and CBT. I spend time meeting with the child and their parent individually during each session. This provides parents with the opportunity to voice their concerns and allows me to offer support and education on different parenting techniques. Working together with parents and their children allows the child to heal quicker and work through challenges easier.