Dara Kaiser

Masters Level Therapist

Dara Kaiser, _M.Ed

I have always wanted to work with children because each child brings in their own unique personality. I find such joy in working with all types of children to help them face their challenges, develop into who they truly can be, and celebrate their many wins along the way. I view the counseling process for children as an opportunity to foster a team dynamic: everyone working together to encourage the child to be involved in goal setting and self-reflection throughout our time together.

“I believe that kids are the best at being their most authentic selves.”

I work with children ages 5-17 who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral or adjustment concerns by building strong, trusting therapeutic relationships with both the children and their families.

I practice from a person-centered approach and believe that it is crucial to empower clients by maintaining that they are the experts of their own life. I also pull from Cognitive Behavioral and Play Therapies which provide opportunities for clients to practice useful skills related to challenging their current mindsets. I use age-appropriate activities and play therapy techniques that often make difficult concepts more digestible (and sometimes even fun!) for youth clients.

My Education and Experience:  

I received my Masters of Education and Education Specialist degrees from Clemson University and am a Masters level therapist. I am certified in Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and completed my clinical internships at a therapeutic day school for neurodivergent children as well as a private practice in Greenville, SC. In those settings, I worked with many children and their families who were facing challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and various adjustment concerns.

When I’m not working, you can find me getting outside as much as possible by walking, hiking, ice skating, taking care of my many plants or playing soccer!