School Services Therapist

Wayzata School District

Natalie provides school-based therapy services for elementary-aged children. She identifies as a white, cis-gender female. She recently graduated from University of St. Thomas with her master’s degree in social work. Natalie uses a strengths-based, client-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approach to therapy. She utilizes various therapeutic modalities to best meet the needs of her clients. Overall, she aims to create a safe, welcoming, and collaborative space. Outside of work, Natalie enjoys spending time with her friends and family, taking walks with her dog, reading, thrifting, watching movies, and trying new restaurants.

Therapeutic Modalities: Play therapy, CBT, mindfulness, solution-focused, dance/movement, social thinking

Specialties: Children aged 5-11, anxiety, trauma, adoption/foster care, social-emotional learning