Deborah Howell, P.A.

Is your child feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or maybe you just want to give your child added skills to better equip them to face the challenges of their world during this time. Trust your child to someone whose sole practice is devoted to ages 4-17 and their families. As a teacher for 6 years and a therapist for over 10, I have received extensive training in working specifically with this age group. Equip your child with coping skills specifically tailored to their age and developmental level. Skills that will enable your child to successfully conquer whatever difficulty he or she is facing. I work from a family perspective and believe that children are part of a much larger family system that must be involved in treatment. You will learn ways to help and come alongside your child. There is often 8-10 years from the onset of symptoms to intervention. Just one example – about one-half of adults with anxiety issues report that their symptoms began in childhood. Intervene now – during the critical developmental years in the life of your child. Equip your child now with coping skills that will carry them successfully into adulthood. I have been specially trained to combine empirically based methods (they have been proven to work!) with fun activities for your child. As a registered play therapist, that means, sand, toys, paint, etc. for children. And for teens...creative approaches so that your teen can have a safe place to "exhale" and talk about not only what is really bugging them but also learn successful ways to cope. My goal is always to improve and enhance their relationship with you, as their parent. Allow me to support you as together we replace the hurt your child is facing with hope. OFFICE LOCATIONS: APEX/CARY - HOLLY SPRINGS OFFICE NUMBER: 919-607-6747