Helping Kids & Teens Manage Big Feelings with Tools that Work
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Helping kids and teens manage emotions is about more than quick fixes - it's about building lifelong skills. With parent coaching, emotional tools, and the Love Fit Course, we empower families to handle anxiety, anger, and everyday struggles with tools that actually work.
I know how hard it is when your child's big feelings take over. You just want to help them feel confident and calm, but some days it feels like nothing works. That's where I come in - I use fun, simple activities that help kids discover their strengths, and I give you the tools that actually make life at home a little easier.
If you’ve noticed differences in your child’s emotions, social skills, or routines and you’re wondering what it all means — you’re not alone.
The Autism Awareness Mini Toolkit gives you simple ways to observe, understand, and support your child with calm and confidence.
Each page helps you make sense of what you’re seeing — and know when to take the next step.
Not Sure What Your Child’s Behaviors Mean? Start here.
Download the Free Toolkit
Inside, you’ll find:
🧩 The Behavior Decoder
🌸 Autism vs. Anxiety vs. Sensory Chart
🌿 First Steps When You Suspect Autism
💫 Early Connection Checklist
When your child struggles with big emotions, social challenges, or unexpected behaviors, it can be hard to know what's typical and what might need extra support. This private screening sessions helps you find clarity so you can stop guessing and start moving forward with confidence.
Using a trusted, research based tool called the Gilliam Autism Rating Scale (GARS-3), I'll guide you through a detailed look at your child's strengths and challenges across five key areas. You'll receive a clear summary of the results and a detailed treatment plan based on your child's specific needs and goals designed to help you take action right away.
Is It Autism - Or Something Else?
You don't need to wonder anymore.
Let's make sense of what you're seeing.
1. Social Interaction
How your child engages, plays, and connects with others — including eye contact, friendships, and shared enjoyment.
2. Social Communication
How they express themselves and understand others through words, tone, gestures, and body language.
3. Emotional Response
How they manage big feelings, adapt to change, and respond to stress or sensory experiences.
4. Cognitive Style
How your child learns, thinks, and solves problems — whether they prefer routines, patterns, or creative play.
5. Restricted or Repetitive Behaviors
How often they rely on repetition, routines, or focused interests to feel calm and in control.
🧩 WHAT WE EXLORE TOGETHER
💛 WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE
✅ A 1-on-1 parent interview via Zoom or in person
✅ A comprehensive summary report explaining your child’s results in clear, easy-to-understand language
✅ A detailed treatment plan with individualized goals and early-intervention strategies based on the results
✅ Clear guidance on next steps for home, school, or additional evaluation if needed
Schedule Your Gilliam Rating Scale
💰 INVESTMENT
$197 • 60 minutes • Zoom or in person
Includes full screening, scoring, written report, and personalized treatment plan.
🌸 WHY PARENTS CHOOSE THIS SESSION
Parents often tell me that before our session, they felt unsure, overwhelmed, or dismissed. Afterward, they finally felt seen — and equipped with a plan that made sense.
You don’t have to wait months for answers. Let’s bring clarity, direction, and peace of mind — one step at a time.
Emotion Eruptions: The unpredictable bursts of anger that leave you feeling helpless.
Homework Hassles: Watching your child with ADHD struggle to focus on assignments can be incredibly frustrating.
Social Situations: Navigating playdates or group activities can feel impossible for a child who experiences anxiety.
Transition Turmoil: Whether it's changing schools, switching from one activity to another, can send your child into a spiral of anxiety
Academic Tough Terrain: Each school day feels like navigating a challenging landscape for your child. Finding ways to support their journey through math, reading or writing struggles can feel overwhelming, but they're not alone.
Any of these sound familiar?
more about me
But they also lit a fire in me.
I became a special education teacher because I wanted to be for others what I once needed myself - someone who sees beyond behavior, who listens deeply, and who shows up, no matter what. That journey eventually led me to be come an educational therapist, working one-on-one with children and teens who struggle with big emotions, learning differences, and social challenges.
Today, I support families through:
- Counseling for children and teens
- Educational therapy for learning and emotional challenges
- Screenings and personalized plans using tools like the BRIEF (for ADHD & executive function) and the Gilliam Autism Rating Scale.
My mission is simple: to help children feel understood, and to equip parents with the tools and confidence they need to connect deeply even when emotions run high.
If you're here, I'm so glad. You're not alone, and together, we can help your child grow with calm, connection, and strength.
I'm Loretta.
So glad you are here.
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Believe in Your Child's potential, within them lies a world of possibilities waiting to be explored
Ever feel stuck on what to say when your child is melting down over homework, conflict with a friend, or refusing bedtime? This FREE guide gives you simple, word-for-word prompts that calm emotions, build connection, and make those tough moments easier.
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Parent Prompts!
What To Say When Big Feelings Show Up!
"Working with Loretta has been a game changer for my daughter. Her ability to connect through play has not only built my daughter's confidence but also helped her manage her anxiety in a way I never thought possible. Each session is filled with laughter and growth, and I can't thank Loretta enough for her support."
tiffany h.
"Working with Loretta has been life-changing. Seriously, so happy I made the leap to getting my daughter support!"
"Working with Loretta has been a game changer for my daughter. Her ability to connect through play has not only built my daughter's confidence but also helped her manage her anxiety in a way I never thought possible. Each session is filled with laughter and growth, and I can't thank Loretta enough for her support."
tiffany h.
"Working with Loretta has been life-changing. Seriously, so happy I made the leap to getting my daughter support!"
"Working with Loretta has been a game changer for my daughter. Her ability to connect through play has not only built my daughter's confidence but also helped her manage her anxiety in a way I never thought possible. Each session is filled with laughter and growth, and I can't thank Loretta enough for her support."
tiffany h.
"Working with Loretta has been life-changing. Seriously, so happy I made the leap to getting my daughter support!"
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You don't have to navigate your child's big emotions, anxiety, or learning challenges alone. In this free 30-minute session, we'll talk about what's going on, explore your child's needs, and see how I can support your family with tools that bring more calm. connection, and clarity.