Teaching parents & children
how to reduce tantrums &
have better communication
In Union County, NJ
Does your 3-8 year old cry easily or have unpredictable outbursts?
Do they behave in a way that makes you "scared" to say no because of the tantrum that will ensue?
Are you worried that your child's behavior at daycare or school will give them a bad reputation and will impact how they are perceived for the rest of their academic or social life? ​​
If you answered yes to any of the above, then you should know that we can work on changing those behavior and concerns.
You have more power than you think and by working together with a skilled therapist like myself, I can teach you:​
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how to manage your child's tantrums so they are short lived and maybe even preventable
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​tailored activities and games you can use with your child to have more enjoyable moments vs explosive ones
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​​how to reduce your fear, gain confidence and feel more in control of how the day to day goes vs. your child's behavior dictating how it will unfold
Before you scroll any further, let me formally introduce myself.
My name is Christine M. Valentín.
As as a Puerto Rican female who grew up in Brooklyn and Queens, NY, I've always known two things about myself -
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I love interacting and playing with young children
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I love teaching people how to overcome their struggles and have better relationships.
For the past 15 years, I've owned my own private practice and have been helping individuals and families learn how to have better relationships.
I specifically focus my work on helping: ​
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children ages 3-8 reduce their tantrums & meltdowns,​
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parents build their confidence and gain more control of their family life
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adult children process grief around an aging parent with cognitive decline
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My office is located in New Providence, NJ , where I provide in person appointments as well as virtual appointments to residents in the states of New Jersey & New York.
I also speak Spanish. Se habla español.
I thank you for visiting my page and invite you to learn more about the services, workshops and trainings I offer that are geared toward improving parent-child relationships.
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Services I Provide
Play Therapy for Children
​better understanding your child
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increasing your sense of control and confidence as a parent
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teaching you how to enjoy more quality time and fun with your child(ren)
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help you balance your life alongside your parenting duties
As a Registered Play Therapist, I can assist you in:
Therapy for Adults
minimizing anxiety associated with what-if thinking ​
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figuring out what boundaries to set in your relationships with family, friends, and partners
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boosting your confidence and recognizing your gifts and strengths
With over 15 years of private practice experience, I've had the pleasure of guiding many adults (21+) to living a more fulfilled life. Some of the challenges I can help you with include:
Parent Workshops & Resources
locate reputable educational resources to help you how to support your child​
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​felt better prepared to continue to support your growing child through life's different stages
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stop feeling like you should be doing more and/or like a "bad" parent because you aren't doing it "right?"
Do you often search for parenting information and end up feeling overwhelmed? Do you wish you could...
Continuing Education Workshops
empowers you to feel more equipped and confident
rekindles your enthusiasm for your work and leaves you inspired, not drained
builds upon your community of support
You truly care about the work you do, but let's be real - the thought of taking CE trainings can feel dreadful and exhausting. But what if CE training could be different?
Imagine a CE training that actually…
What Others Have Said About My Work:
ADULT FEMALE CLIENT IN HER 20s
"This experience over the last couple of years has been truly transformational and I really owe a lot of credit to our sessions. I know I will leverage the tools and guidance you've provided me with in every phase of my life. I feel so far away from the person I was when I walked into your office and I am so grateful that the universe brought us together."
DAD OF YOUNG CHILD
"My in-session time with you gave me the opportunity to connect with my daughter through the various activities and games we played. Through these activities, I learned so much about her personality and it gave us a unique opportunity to connect. Overall, your work helped me become a more attuned parent."
​Ready to start working with me? ​
Call or E-mail me today!
Calls and/or e-mails will be responded to within 24 - 48 hours of receipt
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