Hello!  My name is Zoe Pournaras. I am proud of you for taking this step and deciding to start or continue therapy.

I understand that there is no manual on how to parent, and that receiving support and insight along the way can be a vulnerable process as we are all doing the very best we can. My goal is to actively listen to your needs and collaborate with care on sensitive issues surrounding your child’s life.

Trust and curiosity are a key component to working with kids and families.  I use humor, playfulness, and creativity to create a safe environment. 

I am an advocate for neurodivergent individuals and understand that not all brains function the same.  

I look forward to meeting you!

Interventions used: 

• Non-directive play therapy
• Internal family systems
• Trauma-focused CBT and art therapy
• Emotionally Focused Family therapy

Areas of Special Focus: 

• ADHD/Autism
• Relational rupture and repair
• Anxiety
• Low self-esteem
• Changes in the family
• Perfectionism
• Depression
• Parenting skills
• Impulsivity
• Anger
• Grief  Trainings

Experience: 

• Cognitive and Behavioral Coach at Brain Balance
• Sleep researcher at the Arnold School of Public Health
• Pediatric Play Internship at Prisma Health, Greenville
• Play Therapy internship with Dr. Guest at the University of South Carolina
  
  Education: 

• Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
• B.S. in Psychology with a concentration in neuroscience from Furman University  
• Education Specialist Degree in Clinical Mental Health with a focus on play therapy from University of South Carolina
• Trauma-Focused CBT certificate from the Medical University of South Carolina