Welcome to Arbor Youth Therapeutic Services
A Fresh Approach to Counseling for Boys and Young Men
I offer a creative, youth-centered approach to support boys and young men as they navigate the development of a masculine identity.
I step outside-the-box of traditional talk-therapy to build a strong therapeutic relationship as a pathway to help the individual connect more deeply to themselves and those around them. I am passionate about helping young men explore their identity and self-narrative. Many of my clients have struggled in the past to connect with a counselor or the concept of counseling in general; these folks often resonate with the style I bring to the profession.
I get to know what makes my clients tick before supporting them in the development of new mental skills that will help them achieve their goals. I love using sports, music, and movement outdoors to connect with youth through settings and activities that are naturally engaging for a population that often struggles with traditional talk therapy.
If you are or care about someone who might benefit from my approach, please fill out the consultation form below!
How Arbor Youth Grow:
Office-based “talk and play” sessions using a combination of:
relationship building and connection
mindfulness practice
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills and philosophy
creativity and play
pieces from additional evidence-based psychotherapies when relevant
Sports, music, and nature therapy sessions - see “Services” and contact Chris for more information on these services