Carly Elizabeth Keaten

I love to work with children (12 and under), and teens (13-19), to provide a therapeutic process that draws forth each client’s inner-strength and resilience. In a safe play therapy environment I create space for each client to work through any internal distress hindering them from being freely themselves. I am comfortable working with children who struggle with outburst, withdraw, trauma, social and family issues. Believing each client is unique, the treatment process and pace is tailored to their own needs. I also use non-directive techniques that greatly empower young clients. Play therapy is the most effective form of counseling children, as play is their form of emotional expression. With rich imaginative minds children unfold their stories and inner workings symbolically with the toys and creative mediums available to them. This process allows them to both heal and wholeheartedly embrace themselves. As a Christian counselor with training in seminary, my faith directs who I am, an