Shaina is a trauma therapist providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. Shaina earned her BSW from Central Connecticut State University and went on to earn her MSW from Barry University in Miami, where she specialized in treating individuals, families, groups, and communities who’ve experienced trauma.
Shaina has an extensive background working in a variety of settings and systems including in-home, outpatient, schools, hospitals, inpatient/residential, and foster care. Shaina firmly believes that each of us has a story different from the other, consisting of different experiences that have shaped our core beliefs about ourselves and the world we live in.
Placing an emphasis on early experiences, Shaina utilizes an integrative approach that incorporates several evidenced-based therapies such as: person-centered, psychodynamic, attachment-based, play therapy, cognitive behavioral, narrative, mindfulness, solution-focused, somatic, and more. Each approach is tailored to meet the individual needs and goals of each client.
Additionally, with advanced education and training in developmental trauma, attachment, and parenting, Shaina also specializes in treating complex trauma and the parent-child relationship, as well as providing parent education and coaching.
Making the decision to begin therapy and share your most vulnerable self with someone can be a difficult one. If you desire to make change and commit to trusting the therapeutic process, Shaina welcomes you to lean in and make the leap toward your own healing journey!
