01 For Kids & Teens

Child & Adolescent Play Therapy

Developmentally appropriate, play-based therapy for children as young as age 2 through teens. We use the language kids already know: play, story, sand, art, movement, to help them process big feelings, build emotional regulation, and develop the tools to thrive at home, in school, and with peers. Parent consultations are scheduled at least monthly to review goals and progress.

Ages: 2+ to teen Format: In-person & virtual Sessions: 30–60 min, weekly
02 For Trauma & Loss

Trauma-Focused Therapy & EMDR

Gentle, evidence-based support for children and families healing from traumatic experiences, abuse, neglect, accidents, medical trauma, grief, or sudden loss. We integrate EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) with play and expressive modalities so kids can process at a pace that's safe and developmentally right for them.

Modalities: EMDR · Trauma-focused CBT · TheraPlay Format: In-person preferred
03 For Families

Family & Couples Therapy

When one member of a family is hurting, everyone feels it. Family and couples sessions help you communicate more clearly, repair ruptures, and build the kind of connection that makes hard moments easier to navigate together. Several of our therapists also see adult individuals and couples for ongoing work.

Who: Parents, couples, caregivers, siblings, blended families Format: In-person & virtual Sessions: 50 min
04 For Parents

Parent Coaching & Consultation

You don't need to do this alone. Parent coaching gives you concrete, practical tools for the moments that matter most, the tantrums, the meltdowns, the 10pm bedtime battles. We translate clinical insight into language and strategies you can actually use.

Format: 1:1 sessions or group programs Outcomes: Fewer power struggles, more connection
05 Signature Programs

Tantrums to Talking

A practical, parent-focused digital training that teaches you exactly what to say and do in the moment to reduce tantrums, build connection, and help your child regulate big emotions. Designed for parents of kids ages 2 to 10 who want clear, simple scripts they can use tonight.

Format: Self-paced digital course Price: $19, one-time

Get the course

Beyond Behaviors

A 10-week, step-by-step parent program that goes beyond managing behavior to help you understand what's underneath it, strengthen connection, and create lasting, positive change in your child. Ideal for parents of kids 3 to 12 who are ready to move past quick fixes. Currently in beta.

Format: 10-week live group + digital content Price: $97 (beta price)

Join the beta

06 Expressive Modalities

Sandtray Therapy & Expressive Arts

Some experiences are too big, or too young, for words. Sandtray therapy uses miniatures and a tray of sand to let kids (and adults) create scenes that reveal what's hard to say out loud. Combined with expressive arts, it opens doors to healing that traditional talk therapy often can't.

Approach: Adlerian sandtray, Jungian-informed Ages: All ages
07 For Clinicians

Therapist Supervision & Training

Kim is a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor (RPT-S) offering clinical supervision toward RPT credentialing, plus training programs for therapists building expertise in Adlerian play therapy, sandtray, and trauma-informed work with children.

Includes: 1:1 supervision · group cohorts · CE-eligible workshops Pricing: $125/hr individual · $75/hr group
Specialties & Expertise

Whatever your family is navigating, you don't have to navigate it alone.

Our team is trained to support a wide range of concerns, and we're proud to be an affirming space for all kids and families.

Anxiety ADHD Depression Trauma & PTSD Behavioral issues Tantrums & meltdowns Emotional regulation Grief & loss Adoption & foster care Autism support Asperger's Oppositional behaviors School issues Bullying Divorce & transitions Self-esteem Self-harm Family conflict Peer relationships Parenting support LGBTQ+ allied
Fees & Coverage

We bill insurance directly, so most families never see a session fee.

Great therapy should be accessible. We're in-network with the major plans below and bill them directly, so your only out-of-pocket is whatever your plan dictates (typically a copay or deductible). Self-pay is available on request.

Free 15-min consult No cost
Insurance-billed sessions Copay / deductible only
Self-pay (on request) Ask for rate
Parent courses From $19

We'll happily verify your benefits before your first session, so there are no surprises.

Insurance Accepted

We're in-network with most major plans.

We'll happily verify your benefits and walk you through any out-of-pocket costs before we begin, no surprises.

  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Cigna
  • Aetna
  • TRICARE

Medicaid & Hawk-I

  • IA Medicaid & Hawk-I
    Wellmark/Amerigroup, Iowa Total Care, Molina
  • IL Medicaid
    Meridian, Youthcare, BCBS, Molina
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Behavior is communication. Underneath every meltdown, every refusal, every silence, there's a story trying to be heard. Our work is to listen, and to help families listen, too.

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