Guiding You Toward Brighter Days
After working as a school counselor for nearly a decade, I started Nolo Counseling to provide further support and counseling resources for children, teens and families in Nolensville, Brentwood, & the surrounding areas in Tennessee.
I believe therapy should feel engaging, collaborative, and tailored to the unique needs of each child or teen. Every young person brings their own strengths, personality, and life experiences. My goal is to meet them where they are while helping them build the confidence, coping skills, and emotional insight to respond to life's challenges in healthy, meaningful ways.
For many kids and teens, it’s hard to put feelings into words right away. My approach focuses on building trust first and foremost. From there, meaningful change can begin. I incorporate creative expression, play, art, and mindfulness-based activities to:
*Explore emotions in a way that feels manageable
*Develop practical coping skills
*Build relational and communication skills
*Strengthen confidence and resilience
*Navigate school, friendship, and family dynamics
My work is primarily informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
I strive to provide a supportive and affirming environment for children, teens, and families of all backgrounds.
I welcome clients of all:
Faiths and spiritual backgrounds
Racial and ethnic identities
Sexual orientations
Gender identities and expressions
Family structures
I recognize that culture, identity, relationships, and personal experiences all shape how we move through the world. My approach to therapy is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and respect for each client’s individual story.