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Maddie Bonner
Maddie Bonner
MSW, LCSW, Synergetic Play Therapist® (SPT), Practice Owner
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Types of Therapy:
Child Centered Play Therapy
Synergetic Play Therapy
Attachment-Based
Person-Centered
Somatic/ Body-Based
Relational
Trauma-Informed
Existential
Psycho-dynamic
Family therapy
Parent Coaching
Specialties:
Anxiety
Trauma
ADHD+ Autism
Relationship Issues
Self-Esteem
Depression
Behavioral Concerns
Why are my relationships falling apart? Why do I keep repeating these patterns? How can I connect with myself? How does my past influence me? Who am I, and can I change?
These are just some of the important, challenging questions we can explore together. I help my people get to the root of their concerns, not just address surface behaviors. Maybe you have tried therapy before and it didn't seem to help heal those deeply ingrained parts of yourself. You want deep, authentic healing. If any of this resonates with you we may be a great fit.
Hi! I’m Maddie, I enjoy working with children (2 and up), teens, young adults, and families with a variety of mental and behavioral health concerns. Together we will explore the brain/ body connection, ways of connecting with yourself and others, self/ co-regulation, and empowering you with the wisdom and tools already within you! I primarily use relational, trauma informed, mindfulness, and experiential approaches. I emphasize the power and importance of play at a neurobiolocial level for child therapy.
In a warm, non-judgemental, authentic, and humorous style I work with my people to heal. I urge you to reach out for support and come as you are. The journey to this point has likely been filled with uncertainty, frustration, and a longing for things to be different. Even if you aren't sure whether it is the right decision to start I would love to discuss.
Some days we may make art, go for a walk, play, make a sand tray, or more in session!
I am committed to providing culturally informed services that promote equity and social justice. I am passionate about LGBTQIA+ rights, racial justice, and protecting the rights of other marginalized groups. I have experience working with transgender individuals and individuals struggling with gender identity.
In 2023, I started Tide Pool Counseling PLLC and have enjoyed seeing it’s growth and where we will go!
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Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, minor in Spanish, University of North Carolina Wilmington
Joint Master of Social Work, University of North Carolina Greensboro and North Carolina A&T University -
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate, 2021
Licensed Clinical Social Worker-2023
Intro to Synergetic Play Therapy®-2022
Synergetic Play Therapy® Certification-2024 -
Association for Play Therapy
National Association of Social Workers
International Baccalaureate Graduate