Finally. A therapy collective designed especially for kids, teens, and parents.
Welcome to The Real Work
Your go-to space for therapy for kids, teens and parents in Beaverton, Oregon.
If you’ve been seeking help for a child or teen, and especially if you’ve already tried all the traditional parenting advice and found it doesn’t work for you, you’re not alone.
Our specialty is play therapy and occupational therapy for kids (ages 3-10), Therapy for ages 11-18, and supporting overwhelmed families. Whether you’re concerned about trauma, anxiety, or regulation challenges, or are navigating a new diagnosis like ADHD or Autism, we are here for you. Our spaces are designed to support your child heal and grow through play, movement, and expressive arts.
We believe that you are truly doing your best, but without the right supports, parenting can become exhausting, isolating, and overwhelming.
If quick fixes and behavioral changes haven’t worked, and you’re often struggling to stay calm and connected with your child, we might be the next step for your family.
We are committed to creating an empowering space for all families, and we have extensive training in interpersonal neurobiology, child development, Attachment Theory, and more to support children ages 3 and above.Therapists at The Real Work work with the following concerns:
Parenting Challenges, Childhood Anxiety, Fears/Phobias, Trauma, Social/Emotional Challenges, ADHD, Depression, Mood Changes, Adjustment To Divorce/Separation, Relationship Challenges, Neurodevelopmental Differences, Autism Spectrum, Sensory Processing Differences.
What is Play Therapy?
Children don’t always have the words to explain what they’re feeling. Play therapy gives them another language: the language of play.
Through play, children can express emotions, process experiences, and learn coping skills in a way that feels natural and safe. Research from the Association for Play Therapy (APT) shows that play therapy is an evidence-based approach that helps children build emotional resilience, reduce stress, and improve relationships.
What is Pediatric Occupational Therapy?
OT helps kids build the skills, confidence, and regulation they need to thrive at home, in school, and with friends. Our Pediatric Occupational Therapists are trained to help your child develop an understanding of their body’s unique needs through play, exploration, and connection. At the foundation of our practice is the belief that through nurturing, patient, and compassionate care, all children are capable of reaching their highest potential and thriving in their daily lives.
When parents get their own support, it often creates a ripple effect of positive change for both themselves and their family. Therapy provides a safe space for parents to explore their own experiences, process stress, and develop healthier coping strategies, which directly enhances their emotional regulation and well-being. By addressing their own challenges, parents become more present, attuned, and responsive to their children’s needs, fostering a secure parent-child connection. This self-awareness and growth also model healthy emotional habits for their children, creating a foundation for resilience and emotional intelligence within the family. Engaging in therapy is an investment in not only the parent’s healing but also in building a stronger, healthier family dynamic.
Why choose play-based, neuro-relational mental health therapy for children, tweens and teens?
Play is a powerful tool in the therapeutic process because it supports connection, emotional regulation, and brain integration, key principles of interpersonal neurobiology. When we engage in play, especially in a safe and attuned therapeutic relationship, the brain releases positive neurochemicals, fostering trust and reducing stress. Play activates multiple regions of the brain, promoting the integration of thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations, which is essential for healing and growth. It allows individuals, especially children, to explore experiences, express emotions, and develop new ways of relating to themselves and others in a non-threatening, creative space. Through play, the therapeutic process becomes one of connection and transformation, building neural pathways that support resilience and well-being, treating a wide range of behavioral and relational concerns such as anxiety, ADHD, sensory sensitivity, low self-esteem/self-confidence, emotional regulation challenges, dealing with grief and loss, and much more.
Many kids feel most at home in nature, so our licensed Occupational Therapists meet them there! 3 of our Occupational Therapists will meet your child for session at local parks. Group and individual OT sessions are carefully selected to target growth in these areas:
Socialization and Connection
Problem-solving and Adaptability
Cooperation and Confidence
Focus and attention
Balance, Strength, and Endurance
Gross motor an fine motor coordination
Sensory integration, Risk-taking, and Safety
Services
In-person therapy in Beaverton and telehealth options.
Our two locations are conveniently located in downtown Beaverton, just across from Library Park. We’ve got our own parking lot and multiple private waiting rooms. Telehealth is also available for those needing to engage in therapy services remotely.
The Real Work therapy offices are across the street from each other at:4790 SW Watson Ave, Beaverton, OR 97005
4775 SW Watson Ave, Beaverton OR 97005
Join the Collective
Are you a therapist looking for an alternative to traditional group practice or the isolation of Private Practice?
We are overturning the traditional group practice model with your needs in mind! The intention of the Collective is to bring together a core group of individual and child specialists who can work together without the stress of a traditional agency hierarchy or the loneliness of Private Practice—thus making you a better more informed and relaxed clinician!
If you want the freedom, respect and financial peace of private practice work, but you want us to do your marketing, share our EHR platform, and help you get your ideal clients, joining our collective might be the perfect fit.
Want to stay in touch with us? The Real Work’s Email List provides families with monthly updates about our team, resources, and current offerings