Specialties at
Blue Gardens Counseling
At Blue Gardens Counseling, our team of therapists brings together different strengths and experiences with one shared goal: to provide compassionate, trauma-informed care for children, teens, and adults. We know that every story is unique, so our specialties cover a wide range of needs while staying rooted in the same values of authenticity, growth, inclusivity, collaboration, and creativity.
Core Specialties
We focus on helping clients heal and grow in the following areas:
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Trauma recovery and PTSD – processing painful past experiences in a safe, supportive space
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Emotional regulation and stress management – learning tools to manage overwhelming emotions
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Anxiety and depression – reducing worry, sadness, and feelings of being stuck
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ADHD and executive functioning struggles – improving focus, organization, and follow-through while building self-confidence
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Relationship and family struggles – building healthier connections and communication
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Self-worth and identity healing – releasing shame and reconnecting with your authentic self
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Chemical dependency and recovery support - supporting individuals in healing patterns that no longer serve them and building healthier routines
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Holistic care - integrating expressive and strengths-based practices to support healing and balance
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Life transitions – navigating big changes, uncertainty, and new chapters with support
At Blue Gardens Counseling, we know that healing looks different at every stage of life. Whether you’re a child learning to manage big feelings, a teen navigating identity and relationships, an adult carrying the weight of past experiences, or a family working to strengthen connections, our therapists adapt care to meet you where you are.
Children & Teens (8+)
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Play therapy and expressive activities to make sessions safe and engaging
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Trauma-focused care to help process difficult experiences
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Support for school stress, friendships, and family changes
Adults
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Healing from trauma, past hurt, and difficult relationships
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Breaking patterns that no longer serve you
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Managing stress, burnout, and recovery challenges
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Rebuilding confidence, self-worth, and sense of self
Families & Caregivers
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Strengthening parent-child relationships
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Creating healthier communication patterns
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Support and guidance for caregivers navigating challenges at home
Support Across Ages & Stages
Creative & Experiential Approaches
We believe healing can be both meaningful and engaging. Along with talk therapy, our therapists may use:
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Play therapy to help children express themselves and build coping skills
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Storytelling and art-based activities to unlock self-expression
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Game-based therapy (including Dungeons & Dragons groups) to practice problem-solving, teamwork, and social skills in a supportive setting
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Mindfulness and values-based practices to increase peace and clarity
