I have practiced for many years and I continue to LOVE WHAT I DO! I use an integrative approach, combining the best fit in theoretical techniques which are designed to help children, youth, adults and families (along with professionals) develop solutions to challenges that are interfering with success and well-being. My office has nature trails for the occasional outdoor connection. I use an experientially based cognitive-behavioral model. I work with the very young to young adults and families, consult with school teams, and provide supervision with both new and experienced therapists.
School Team consultations are collaborative in nature and specific recommendations are given that include interactions and strategies. In all child, youth, adult, and family referrals I identify needs while building a therapeutic relationship to foster change through specifically designed interventions. Insights and strategies are shared with parents (based on age). Strategies support growth and well-being in all settings. Equal attention is given to each person’s sense of self. I welcome teaming with school staff.
I stay current with the latest techniques used for individual therapy with children, youth and young adults. In each referral I assist understanding identified challenges and learning effective strategies for change and help individuals develop a stronger sense of well-being. I provide family therapy through a family strength approach to create subtle shifts in family hierarchy, balance, and interactions. Families can find behavioral and relationship challenges with children and youth to diminish and stronger family patterns to emerge.
Marti's Training and Background
My doctorate is in Counseling and Human Development from The University of Rochester in therapeutic counseling and psychological development.. I have post-graduate certificates in both Early Intervention from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and the Department of Pediatrics, and Supervision of Supervision through the Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. I completed a year long clinical experience with Linden Oaks Sexual Abuse Treatment Services (LOSATS).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (focusing on areas of anxiety, depression, and rigid thinking patterns) and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (in the area of families with children and couples). I am a Trained Experiential Therapist (including experiential trauma techniques, Play Therapy, Art, Sand, Music Therapy, for children, youth, and adults), and an Early Intervention Specialist (focusing on clinical diagnoses and interventions for young children). My advanced training supports traditional clinical and experiential/integrative child to older youth and adult therapeutic interventions, family therapy models, and systems interventions. I have extensive experience teaming with families and schools.
Organizations:
- Institute of Child Psychology
- Association for Play Therapy
I am pleased to be working alongside Dr. Marti Mowers at Child, Adult, Family Therapy, and Consultation Services (CAFTACS). I had the opportunity to be mentored by her over a three year period, and I am so excited to be a therapy partner as we provide a teaming model within our practice.
Braden's Training and Background
I received my bachelor’s degree in psychology from Penn State University in 2023, and I received my master’s in social work at The University of Pennsylvania in 2025. Within my graduate program, I chose a clinical concentration in order to further strengthen my therapeutic skills across multiple theoretical orientations. I also chose to specialize in Child Well-Being & Child Welfare, as well as complete a certification in LGBTQ+ Policy and Practice. During my graduate program, I designed and carried out an independent research project that explored how adolescents who identify as both LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent can be better supported across various settings, and I was able to write a psychoeducation-based children’s book as an additional final product. All of these opportunities have allowed me to further hone my skills as a practitioner.
Outside of academic opportunities, I have been able to work with neurodivergent children and adolescents across multiple settings. My primary work has been with those who have ADHD and/or ASD diagnoses in therapeutic, behavioral, and social domains. I have found that I really enjoy working with this population, and CAFTACS provides many opportunities to work with children, adolescents, and young adults with a wide variety of clinical aspects as well. Thank you for considering Dr. Mowers and myself when choosing someone to serve you and your family. I am incredibly excited to be part of a practice that believes in teaming with families and community supports. I believe in working collaboratively and integrating into my practice what will best help each individual with respect to uniqueness and strengths. I consider each person’s developmental life stage and personal journey in my work. I look forward to getting to know you and your family!
Meet Skye!!! Patients wanting to meet her can request a special visit at the end of a session in which Skye can get a ride to the office! Skye is extremely gentle and is a frequent choice for a celebration for patients using strategies. Please ask if you become a patient of mine and want to visit for part of the session with Skye!
