Olivia Plotnek

 

olivia@weaverandassociates.net

Olivia is a clinical social work intern who is currently pursuing her Master of Social Work at the University of Maryland. She has experience working with children and adolescents in school-based and clinical settings, including a clinical placement at The Foundation School in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Olivia has experience supporting children and adolescents with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and emotional and behavioral challenges.

Olivia utilizes a person-centered approach to therapy, creating a supportive and collaborative environment tailored to each client’s individual needs and goals. She integrates skills from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) into her work.

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EDUCATION

  • Bachelor of Science in Human Development, minor in Disability Studies, University of Maryland
  • Master of Social Work, University of Maryland School of Social Work — in progress

PRIVATE SERVICES OFFERED

  • Psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and families
  • Child-Centered Play Therapy
  • Parenting strategies and support

CONTINUING EDUCATION AND TRAININGS

  • Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT); National Institute of Relationship Enhancement (NIRE), Bethesda, MD
 
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