Azlee Flaming

Welcome! Being a counselor is a privilege of mine; I feel profoundly honored to get to sit with and support our youth and young people in their highs, lows, and all that is between. It is my belief that the therapeutic relationship is a sacred, unique space. Together, we will explore goals, identity, and values. I strive to create an affirming, collaborative space through genuineness, empathy, and some humor here and there. My experience as a helper in nonprofit, court/justice system, and community mental health settings with youth, families, and young folks has greatly informed my therapeutic approach. I often utilize a person-centered approach to intersectional-feminist work, with DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) skills. In less clinical terms, I value leading with curiosity and empowerment, creating a space for you to explore and gain meaningful perspective on your identity and whole self. Sessions are often creative/expressive, and meaningful in nature and intervention. I believe that in working with young kiddos, creating a warm, child-centered space through play and creativity is the center of our work together. As we grow and interact with our environment, there becomes additional value in exploring systemic dynamics and social influences, as well as learning concrete skills to implement during your day-to-day; My approach mirrors this pattern. I find depth and richness in work with adolescents, teens, and young adults who are neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, experiencing low self-esteem, learning effective communication, going through a transition and/or loss, seeking emotional regulation skills, and related human struggles. If you fall within this scope and/or find yourself, your kiddo, or your teen resonating with my approach, I warmly invite the opportunity to see if we are a positive therapeutic match.