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 work with pre-teens, teens, and adults. I believe therapy provides an opportunity to know one's strengths so we can develop strategies for a healthy view of self and relationships. I work with clients to come up with strategies that are specific to their needs. I use warmth, positivity, and sense of humor to help clients feel welcome and at ease. I work with people struggling with anxiety,...
I work with children, teens, and adults who might be experiencing overwhelming feelings and emotions, are stuck in disruptive patterns, or are feeling detached from the things that were once loved. Perhaps there has been a significant change, traumatic event or challenges at school that have made things feel different than the way they were. Sometimes you might not be sure what has changed but...
I strive to ensure you feel safe, accepted, and heard from the moment you walk in. There is no problem “too small” for care, and no problem “too large” for healing. I am passionate about helping you recover, regain control of your life, and thrive, even after experiencing major transitions, stressors, and/or trauma. I understand that you’ve faced many different challenges throughout your life. ...
While not accepting new clients for ind./fam. therapy, I am accepting referrals for upcoming parenting group. I provide Attachment Based Parent/Family Counseling which reduces family conflict and increases cooperation, mutual respect and closeness, using a non- judgmental directive approach. My model offers effective user friendly parenting strategies for parents of "difficult to reach" childre...
Thank you for taking the time to seek counseling for yourself or your family. I know it is not an easy process seeking help from someone you do not know. I have been told I have a direct approach to assist getting through painful memories at a gentle pace. I believe old pains can be healed, if allowed to be shared. I offer daytime, evening, and some Saturday appointments and use text alerts for...
Often times, the decision to seek therapy comes after experiencing a major life event or stressor that may leave us feeling lost and unsure of how to heal. Whether you have experienced the worst or are preparing to better your life or relationship, I strive to ensure a collaborative, and safe environment is provided. I utilize a humanistic and systemic approach with all Clients to help increase...
Child therapy is my passion. I utilize a behavioral approach partnering with parents and school personnel to address issues impeding success. Often, children express their feelings and/or internal conflict through their behaviors and are seen as "bad kids." My goal is to identify and build on the child's strengths, explore what is impeding their success and to help channel feelings in a healthy...
In this stressful world that we live in today, the essential activities that we all forget to participate in are to: Live, Breathe, & Play! I strive to provide a safe, nurturing and non-judgmental environment for those that I serve so that they may achieve their optimum health and wellness. In my practice, I utilize client-centered, integrative and holistic techniques to aid in helping persons...
I counsel children and adolescents, ages 6-18, on various academic and behavioral issues including, but not limited to, the following: Goal-Setting, Study Skills, Test-Taking Strategies, Organization and Time Management, Non-Violent Conflict Resolution, Respect and Responsibility, Wise Decision-Making, New School Transitions, Self-Esteem Issues, Grief/Bereavement, Stress Management, Anger...
“Where there is fear, there is also courage", Therapy sounds scary, but you are in the right place to start your journey to getting better. I work with teens and young adults with anxiety and depression. I am willing to help meet you where you are at, and I take the time to get to know your struggles. I like to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you to see how your thoughts and...
It's 6 AM and that alarm will never stop. Another impossible day; just getting out of bed is a major chore. Going to work or anything else today is just not welcome. The dread, the knot in your stomach, won't go away. Your partner and your friends are concerned, but you don't know what to say to them. The truth is, you are worried too. Exhaustion, numbness, guilt, loneliness all fill your days....
Are you a person who is experiencing a disability or chronic illness and feel your needs are not met in most care settings? Are you pregnant or just had a baby and need extra support? Are you the parent of a disabled child and the child, a sibling or you need extra support for the child to grow and reach her or his full potential? Are you a creative type and need help to focus and be productive...
Welcome...I am a licensed professional counselor in Texas and have over a decade of experience working with a variety of issues and ages. Life can bring anyone unexpected changes and challenges, whether in relationships, school. or in the family. I understand how distressful life can get and I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing overwhelming distress. It is important you have someon...
I enjoy meeting clients where they are at and assisting as they learn how their story shapes their present and can influence their future in a positive manner. I find working with individuals who have Autism/Asperger's Syndrome to be incredibly rewarding. I enjoy working with women and women's health issues/struggles in addition to working with families. I have a non-judgmental approach and...
Have you ever wished that your child came with an instruction manual? Have you ever felt frustrated and unsure about how to help your child address the challenges and stresses of his or her life while managing your own? You are not alone. I would like to help you and your child through these challenging times and give you the support you need to live your best lives. It can be frightening to ma...
