Play Therapy is an approach to counseling utilized for children. Children learn to understand the world through play. Play Therapy embraces play to facilitate therapeutic interventions. Play can include games, dolls, art activities, sports, make-believe, or any other activity that fits a child developmentally and emotionally.
Play Therapy can be beneficial for children with behavioral issues. Because these children might not have the words to communicate their feelings or might not want to, this allows them a space to express themselves and share their feelings through play.
Play therapists get to know the child’s specific interests and can tailor their counseling space to make it unique for each child. As the counselor observes and interacts with the child, they can understand the emotions that lead to their behaviors. Over time, therapists can encourage children to use play to express feelings instead of expressing them through inappropriate or harmful behaviors.
Play Therapy can also be used for adults to help them connect with their inner creativity and facilitate child-like joy.
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ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! I earned my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University, CACREP approved program. I am a Licensed Associate Counselor in New Jersey and have received my National Certified Counselor certification. Previously, I have experience working with individuals who have varying mental health issues in a private practice, facilitating group therapy,...
I am a licensed psychologist in the state of New Jersey with over 10 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults. I am a member of the Association for Play Therapy and the American Psychological Association. I use a variety of treatment modalities, including child-centered and integrative play therapy as well as trauma-informed therapy. I specialize in working with children and...
*CURRENTLY OFFERING IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL SESSIONS.* Are you struggling with helping your child through a behavior issue? Maybe they’re struggling with anger issues, anxiety, or depression, or they’re not adjusting to a new change in life. Or maybe you’ve been dealing with some of these things yourself. I can help your child and you work toward the life you desire. I enjoy working with kids,...
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