Cynthia Searcy Crawford, a Licensed Professional Counselor with a PhD and credentials as an NCC and RPT-S, has dedicated her career to the well-being of children and adolescents. Her rich background as a mother, K-12 teacher, elementary school counselor, school psychologist, and therapist has uniquely equipped her to support youth facing various challenges at school, home, and in play. Clients often come to her struggling with depressive symptoms, significant behavioral issues, anxiety, and experiences of abuse or trauma. Cynthia possesses a profound belief in every child's inherent capacity for growth and positive change when provided with an environment characterized by unconditional acceptance and a strong sense of self-worth. Specializing in child-centered play therapy and expressive arts therapy, she facilitates sessions where young clients can direct their healing journey through play within safety limits. Utilizing expressive arts modalities such as movement, music, art, and nature, she fosters emotional expression in her practice. With over two decades of utilizing child-centered therapy techniques since 2003, Cynthia has consistently observed positive behavioral outcomes among both children and adolescents. Her personal experiences as a parent to children diagnosed with ADHD and Asperger's Syndrome further enhance her ability to connect with and support youth grappling with emotional and behavioral challenges.