Haven for Healing Counseling Services | Child & Family Counseling

A Safe Haven to Heal & Grow

Compassionate, client-led therapy for children, teens, and adults. Meeting you exactly where you are, with no expectations and a commitment to your innate capacity for growth.

Specialties

CCPT & DDP

Experience

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Ages

4 to Adult

Location

NY & Virtual

Meet Aericka Pawlikowski, LMHC, CCPT

Welcome! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor currently accepting new clients of all ages. Over the past nine years I have facilitated school-based mental health services, worked for non-profit organizations, and now I am bringing those experiences into my own private practice. I also have specialized training in play therapy as a Child Centered Play Therapist (CCPT) and Advanced Competency in Dynamic Deconstructive Psychotherapy (DDP).

My work honors the client’s unique perspective through inclusive, strength-based, and trauma-informed care. I view myself as a collaborator in the therapeutic process. By providing support and cultivating trust, my goal is to empower clients to rediscover their authentic selves in a safe and non-judgmental environment.

Individuals are unique and, as a result, the pathway for healing will look different. In addition to my specialized training, I provide differentiated approaches tailored for client’s needs. This includes mindfulness, exploring mind-body connection, tracking and reframing thought patterns, improving emotional awareness and regulation, deconstructing systems and patterns among others.

Specialized Approaches

I utilize evidence-based frameworks that honor the unique developmental needs of each individual, from early childhood through adulthood.

Play Therapy (CCPT)

Play is the natural language of children. Through CCPT I help children communicate the feelings they can’t always put into words, fostering self-esteem and emotional regulation in a safe, child-led environment.

DDP Psychotherapy

A transformative 12-month treatment for teens and adults. DDP focuses on increasing connection to self and others, literally “rewiring” the brain for emotional integration and resilience.

Why Choose Haven for Healing?

Client-Led Approach

You are the expert on your own life. I am here to walk alongside you, not to lead or direct your path.

Trauma-Informed Care

Every session is grounded in safety, choice, and empowerment, acknowledging the impact of past experiences.

Inclusive & Affirming

A safe space for all identities, backgrounds, and life experiences. LGBTQ+ allied and neurodiversity affirming.

Evidence-Based

Utilizing proven frameworks like CCPT and DDP to ensure the highest quality of therapeutic care.

“If I can give clients a positive experience with therapy, especially when they’re children, they will be more likely to seek out support in the future.”

— Aericka’s Therapeutic Vision

The Journey to Healing

Starting therapy is a brave step. I aim to make the process as clear and supportive as possible.

Consultation

A free 15-minute phone call to see if we’re a good fit and discuss your goals.

Intake

A deeper dive into your history, current challenges, and desired outcomes.

Sessions

Regular meetings focused on your path, whether in the playroom or office.

Growth

Ongoing support as you integrate healing and build resilience for the future.

Ready to start your journey?

I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we’re a good fit. No pressure, just a chance to connect and explore how I can support you.