Welcome to Specialized Therapy for Children & Adolescents, in Wayne
“A Journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step." -Lao Tzu
My Mission: To Help you Heal, Learn, Grow & Thrive
My approach to therapy is collaborative, encouraging children and families to work together in finding their strengths to adjust to the difficulties they are facing. For many, the prospect of beginning counseling and therapy can be daunting. However, talking with someone who is initially a stranger can have many benefits, such as neutrality, no judgment, and the ability to "check your worries" at the door when you leave my office. I am confident that any intimidation you might feel will dissipate during our initial evaluation, and will quickly be replaced with a sense of security and reassurance that symptom relief is on the way. All ages welcome.
Kristy Centrelli Fernand, MSW, LCSW
Wondering if we are a good match? For over 15 years, I have seen a multitude of diagnoses & I always tell my clients, “You can say anything with me and everything you say with me will stay with me. This is a completely judgment free, safe zone.”
AREAS OF SPECIALTY
• Relationships • Eating Disorders / Body Image
• Parenting Skills / Tools • A.D.D. / A.D.H.D.
• Children & Adolescents • Mindfulness
• Individuals / Adults • Meditation / Visualization
• Fears / Phobias • Progressive Muscle Relaxation
• Anxiety • Social Skills
• Depression / Mood Disorders • Coping Skills
• Bipolar • Anger Management Skills
• Loss / Grief • Positive Psychology
• Stress Reduction • Talk Time for Teens - Support Group
• Sibling Issues • Girl Power Inc. - Empowerment Group
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder • No Fight Club - Taming Anger Group
• Trauma Bonding • Study / Organization Skills
• Abuse / Complex Trauma • School Advocacy- CST & 504 Plans
• Dysfunctional Relationships • College Prep- Teens & Parents
• Victims of Sexual Abuse
• Dissociative Identity Disorder
What has brought you here?
The road you have traveled to therapy has likely been very challenging and at times painful. I vow to honor and respect your boundaries, maintaining a professional space that is safe and non-threatening, yet I will gently encourage you to push beyond your comfort zone in discussing difficult topics. We will work through many obstacles, seeking to understand, accept and change certain emotional, behavioral and relational patterns. In doing so, we will discuss goals and objectives, gain insight, and move toward more clear thinking, increased pleasure for living, and mobility to change your lifestyle for good.
Journey to Wellness
The therapist/client relationship is unique and allows for a great deal of vulnerability. I am consciously grateful for every opportunity that I am given to work with someone new. My personal goal in our therapeutic relationship is to assist you in making the changes that will improve your daily living and result in a higher level of functioning. I genuinely look forward to meeting you and having the opportunity to walk beside you on your path toward healing.