Growth. Calm. Change from within.

These are things we all want for our families and our children, and it’s my goal to help you achieve them. All growth will happen from inside your family system, and it’s my role to help guide you along the way. Every child and family situation is unique. If you are considering seeking support for your family, reach out now! It can be so hard, but it doesn’t need to be this hard forever. We will work together to create a plan for how I can best support you and your family. Sometimes that may include family therapy, working together on parenting skills and challenges, doing your own therapy, or play therapy for your child.

My name is Clara Rivers. I specialize in working with families with young children who have experienced traumas, are on the adoption/permanency spectrum, or are having emotional, social or behavioral challenges (including any number of mental health diagnoses). I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in both Vermont and Minnesota, and a Registered Play Therapist, with a Masters in Social Work from the University of St. Thomas/St. Catherine University, and ten years of experience working with children and families.

I love working with the whole family, and keeping parents involved--after all, you are the expert on your child!