Ed Aronwald

I work with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, grief and loss, family changes, challenging peer relationships and the behaviors that can result from these issues. I have training and experience using Play Therapy and Sandplay, which employ children’s natural way of communicating and learning, as well as other therapeutic modalities as appropriate to each individual. My approach is client centered and often non-directive, believing that when children experience emotional safety in a non-judgmental relationship, their inner wisdom naturally emerges to guide their learning, healing and growth. I connect with children by learning the language of how they express themselves. When a child experiences being noticed and accepted, emotional safety is established allowing a strong therapeutic alliance. I strive to help clients become more aware of who they are, how they function in their world and to naturally learn, heal and grow. I have a MEd and I am a