Lucas Santorelli

I specialize in working with children, teens, and young adults, helping them navigate life's challenges while building confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where clients feel comfortable being themselves and expressing their thoughts and feelings.

I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, behavioral challenges, self-esteem concerns, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each client's unique needs, incorporating practical tools and strategies to support meaningful growth.

I believe that strong relationships are essential to emotional well-being, which is why I also value working collaboratively with parents and families. Above all, I want my clients to feel heard, understood, and empowered to navigate life's ups and downs with greater confidence.

My approach to therapy begins with getting to know you and understanding your unique needs, challenges, and goals. I start with a thorough intake process, which includes involving parents when working with children and teens. I believe that building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship is the foundation for meaningful growth and change.

Throughout our work together, I focus on providing a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood. I incorporate psychoeducation, practical coping skills, and supportive listening to help you better understand your emotions, navigate challenges, and build confidence.

When working with younger children, I also incorporate play therapy to help them express themselves, process emotions, and develop important skills in a way that feels natural and engaging. Our thoughtfully designed office provides a warm, welcoming environment where children and families can feel comfortable and at home.

Our first session is all about getting to know you and laying the foundation for our work together. We'll start by discussing what to expect from therapy, answering any questions you may have, and completing a thorough intake assessment. I'll ask quite a few questions to better understand your concerns, personal history, strengths, and goals for treatment. This helps me develop an individualized approach that best supports your needs.

When working with young children, I often begin by meeting with parents separately to gain a better understanding of their child's development, behaviors, and concerns before meeting with the child.

My goal is to make the process feel comfortable, collaborative, and supportive from the very beginning. There's no pressure to have everything figured out before we meet, as that's what we're here to work on together!