Services
Traumatic experiences can affect a child’s emotions, behavior, relationships, and sense of safety in the world. Therapy offers a supportive space where children can process what they’ve been through at their own pace using developmentally appropriate approaches.
Strengthening Families & Supporting Parents
I also support families facing challenges like divorce, custody issues, grief, and loss. I offer individual parenting counseling, parent-child sessions, and a commitment to understanding your unique family system. We can work together to strengthen your bond with your child, improve communication, and address behaviors, anxiety, and depression.
Finding Support for Adoption
At Fresh Outlook, you'll find support throughout your family's adoption journey—from pre-adoptive placements and the complexities of open or closed adoption to the emotional shifts that can come with welcoming a child, whether recently or years ago. I also provide a safe, supportive space for those working through infertility grief and exploring adoption, helping you navigate the emotions, decisions, and healing along the way.​
Supporting Children After Sexual Abuse
Sexual abuse can deeply impact a child’s sense of safety, emotions, and ability to trust others. Therapy provides a space where children can process their experiences at their own pace, often through play-based and developmentally appropriate approaches. With caregiver support, children can rebuild a sense of safety, strengthen coping skills, and move forward with healing and resilience.
Maura Freshour
MSW, LICSW
I am passionate about supporting children (ages 3+), teens, and parents through all stages of the parenting journey - from infertility and pregnancy to postpartum, adoption, and beyond. Whether you're experiencing the joys and struggles of parenthood, adjusting to family changes, trauma, or seeking support for your child's emotional well-being, I'm here to help.
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MAURA'S APPROACH
I believe in creating a warm, playful, and collaborative space where you and your child can feel comfortable sharing your experiences. My approach is strengths-based and client-centered, meaning I tailor therapy to your family's unique needs and goals. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, including play therapy, Theraplay®, child-centered play therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and attachment-based therapy. These approaches are easily adapted to meet the developmental needs of children and teens, ensuring that each individual feels understood and supported. I'm also working towards becoming a Registered Play Therapist.
To help children and families understand and process their experiences, I often use creative and engaging techniques, such as visual aids, games, and activities. I believe in empowering families to continue their growth outside of sessions and encourage active participation in their therapeutic journey.
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Testimonials:
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"There is a peace and understanding in our house that did not exist before therapy. We are all equipped and capable of navigating really hard things because of the resources and counseling we received." - Parent of teen client.
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"My son has always felt validated with whatever he was trying to deal with. Maura has a unique way of making the client feel welcome with her calm approach, and listening skills." - Parent
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"Our time at Fresh Outlook has been a very rewarding experience for both my son, and myself. It has helped us get through many issues, and helped us have a better understanding, and respect for one another." Parent
