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.
For over 20 years, I have worked in urban and suburban schools before transitioning to private practice. K-5 has been my most recent focus, and have worked with middle and high school students in previous years. I have supported students with anxiety, social and behavioral challenges, mood, grief, and attention difficulties. Working collaboratively with parents we can help your child feel a sen...
With 8 years of experience working with all ages, I specialize in codependency, addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, divorce, perfectionism, relationship issues, self-esteem, aging, and women’s issues. I particularly enjoy individuals who are open-minded, motivated, and willing to do the work while trusting the counseling process. It is so important to be willing to try new things by venturi...
I work with adolescents and adults with concerns such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, social anxiety, stress, as well as adolescent and young adult concerns including bullying, peer conflict, academic and athletic pressures. My approach is based on my belief in the importance of the therapeutic relationship and having a safe, supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can feel understo...
People come to me for many reasons. For some, they are overall doing well in their life, but feel that there's something going on inside that's keeping them from reaching their full potential and finding true happiness and fulfillment. Others are actively experiencing challenges in their life and are open to receiving support, while still others are in real pain, and are looking for relief and...
I hold the understanding that all people have within themselves the wisdom and strength necessary to heal, and I believe that entering into a supportive and respectful therapeutic relationship can help these strengths and awarenesses emerge, develop, and grow. I enjoy working with people of all ages who desire a more peaceful and enjoyable life. I have training and experience in utilizing...
What can we do to bring about change in our life? Working with a therapist can have far reaching benefits. Through compassionate and collaborative exploration, my goal is to help you build increased self-awareness and form new understandings of your past and present. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for in-depth work with children, adolescents, adults and couples. Areas of expertise inclu...
The road of parenthood can be paved with huge potholes and sizable speed bumps. Not to mention the unexpected roadblocks you and your children may face. Your family can and deserve to overcome these troubles, so you may continue to travel the road of parenthood with esteemed navigation! I am here to walk alongside you, and together we will effect positive change so that you and your children ca...
You're here because you or your child is struggling. Maybe it's the tantrums, defiance, aggression, or even anxiety in your little one that has you worried. Or maybe your teenager is showing signs of depression, withdrawal, or delinquency. You might be feeling confused, powerless, and overwhelmed when you try to make things right with your kid. You would do anything for your child, but you're n...
I am excited to open Renewing Strength Counseling LLC and look forward to working with individuals of all ages. My goal is to help uncover your potential and walk through the difficult situations that can come to all of us. We can’t change the past but working together to understand and resolve challenges that are in your life is important to me. I like working with individuals to identify what...
I view behavioral health as a collaborative process from goal setting to conquering goals. We all have different ways we relate to society and the impact it has on us. No one path is the same and with everyone, there are obstacles we have to overcome. I strive to meet each individual where they are emotionally, physically and mentally which provides the individual to share their vulnerabilities...
It can feel very isolating to look in the mirror and not recognize the face staring back at you. Sometimes, you can feel so lost that you forget where your journey first began. Or perhaps, you never had the time to figure out the direction you wanted to go. Stress, loneliness, sadness, and pain have become your companions, and while you can feel your feet on the ground, more often than not, you...
If you can change your thoughts you can change your world. I believe that our day to day thoughts directly dictate our emotions and ultimately our decisions and actions. Whether it is childhood trauma, adult anxiety or postpartum depression, we can take captive every self-defeating thought and turn that negative narrative into a powerful and hopeful future. Regaining control over our thoughts a...
Lisa Rogers, MS, MFTI and MS CPCI, received her first Masters in Psychology with a Specialization in Children and Adolescents, graduating Suma Cum Laude with honors in 2012. Lisa received her second Master’s degree with duel licenses in Clinical Professional Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy again graduating Suma Cum Laude. Lisa has extensive experience working with adults, couples,...
I am a post-doctoral clinical psychologist and I specialize in working with children, adolescents and families presenting with a wide range of concerns. I aim to build a warm, non-judgmental and trusting therapeutic environment where clients can feel comfortable. In addition to therapy, I provide school consultation services to help facilitate communication between families and school staff to...
"Mighty oaks from little acorns grow." Acorn Psych is the private practice of Dr. Dena Dunn, a licensed clinical psychologist, infant mental health specialist, and child development consultant. I offer individual and family therapy as well as parenting support and child development consultation. I believe in holding space for strong people during vulnerable times, sitting beside humans seeking...
