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.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist at Children's Hospital. I have a private practice on Friday evenings & weekends for children, adolescents, and adults. Trained in evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavior therapies (CBT and ACT), I treat a range of psychological and medical conditions (anxiety, depression, epilepsy, GI conditions, concussions, self-injury, pain, somatization,...
The services I provide have been extremely well received by my clients. If you are viewing my profile then you have already decided you want some assistance. My goal has always been to help clients help themselves. I do this with humor, empathy and skills I have learned from both my clients and through my experiences both personal and professional. My clients tend to feel welcomed, and comforta...
Elizabeth Couturier (Beth) is a Board-Certified Art Therapist. She received her M.A. in Art Therapy from George Washington University (2008). As an art therapist, she has seen how art can be a powerful tool of self-expression which leads to positive self-esteem, social interaction, and an overall increase in well-being. In addition to her art therapy background, she has extensively studied Play...
Audrey can work with a wide variety of clients, preferring to work with children, adolescents and family care. Disorders treated include depression, trauma related disorders, anxiety, personality disorders, ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, women's health including prenatal and postnatal care, life adjustments and relational issues. Audrey believes in a holistic, or full body approach to car...
I am a believer in the Existential/Humanistic school of thought and the importance of making meaning in our lives. By meeting my clients in the here-and-now, I am able to work with them where they are presently, without going too far ahead of them or getting bogged down in the past. I’m collaborative, creative, and believe in an integrated approach when working with people. No single form of...
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. I am married and have three adult children. I am a member of the American Psychological Association and the Wisconsin Psychological Association and also a Registered Nurse. I have worked in the mental health field for over 30 years. One of my personal goals is to promote quality, effective, and efficient treatment to both reduce emotional pain and to promp...
Kerrie received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Kentucky Wesleyan College in 1997 and her Masters in Social Work from Spaulding University in 2005. Kerrie is a licensed clinical Social Worker in the State of Kentucky and has 12 years’ experience providing therapy to children and families. She worked with children in other capacities for an additional five years. She also completed t...
Finding someone with whom you feel comfortable and understood is the most important factor in effective therapy. I offer a safe place to explore your concerns while learning healthy and effective ways to manage intense feelings and resolve problems. Our work together can help you uncover ways your past may be impacting your present, learn new ways of looking at things, and grow confidence in yo...
My name is Dr. Barry Ladis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Qualified Supervisor, and a Master Level Addiction Professional (MCAP) who has been practicing in the Miami area for approximately 9 years. My specialties include the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults. I work with a variety of presenting problems, such as mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, parentin...
Identifying strengths in each person is the foundation of my work. I work with children, families, teenagers, & adults. Families & individuals come to see me if they are experiencing significant life transitions, like divorce, grief, or loss, or they are struggling with interpersonal relationships or unhealthy attachment styles. I am passionate about supporting adolescents processing trauma &...
What would it be like if you woke up tomorrow and everything was different? What would your life be like and how would things have changed? As a social worker and therapist, I want to learn about all of the parts that make up your whole life picture; you are the expert and I will follow your lead. By exploring one place and finding one piece at a time, we can work together to make monumental...
For whatever is bringing you to therapy, I will foster a safe and open space that provides support and validation while being a non-judgmental witness to your personal story. Working collaboratively with you, we will create and work towards therapeutic goals through the exploration of past and current experiences and how they have built beliefs, making connections from past and present. As we...
Are you active duty military, a Veteran, law enforcement officer, first responder or family member, intimate partner, caregiver, or friend of one? Do you have difficulties overcoming anxiety, depression, stress, or traumatic events? Does abuse, addiction, anger, or violence exist in your relationship? I also assist children and adolescents that have Behavioral/Intellectual/Mental issues or may ...
I love to witness the growth in clients as they seek to better understand themselves, work towards their goals, and develop new relationships with their thoughts and emotions. Our work together entails identifying the things that are currently getting in the way of living a meaningful life and finding ways to remove those barriers through increased skills and commitment to actions that are in l...
( English | Português ) Working with clients from ethnic minority groups is my passion; especially Brazilians, Latinos and Native Americans. Having experienced being an immigrant myself while living in Brazil, I am very aware of the unique difficulties facing newly arrived immigrants. Individuals needing assistance with school difficulties, parenting concerns, family conflict, marital discord, ...
