I have had the privilege of working with children and families my entire adult life, first as an educator, and now as a therapist. I believe that children are precious gifts who sometimes struggle with emotional problems, behavioral problems, trauma, or difficulties that parents and guardians don’t always know how to handle. This is where therapy, specifically play therapy and family therapy, can be especially helpful. Children often do not understand their own feelings or how to manage big feelings or difficult situations. They do not have the vocabulary to express what their feelings and problems are. For these reasons play therapy can be especially beneficial for this young population. I find joy in coming alongside children, their caregivers, and families to help children learn how to express and cope with their big feelings as well as how parents and guardians can help support their children in this process. Being a parent is hard. Being a kid is hard. We all struggle at times. But, if you discover that you need some guidance in helping your child identify their feelings and learn how to get their needs met in a healthy way, I am happy to help.

I earned my B.S. in education in 2010, and my masters degree in clinical mental health counseling in 2019. I since have completed my candidacy and my play therapy training and supervision. I specialize in working with children and families utilizing play therapy techniques as well as other modalities depending upon each child’s and family’s needs. Whether your child’s problems seem big or small, I would love to partner you, your child, and your family so that your child may reach their highest potential.

Leane serves in our Tulsa offices and works in both our Behavioral Health division and with our private practice at GPS Therapies.

Get to know me by watching this video: https://youtu.be/FJxhy5Dk14k?feature=shared