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.
Welcome to Ellis Counseling Agency! I am a behavioral specialist, trained to assist with a variety issues you and your family may be facing. My focus is on personal wellness for the individual and the family. My goal is to develop an individual plan of care to help you walk in your destiny. I have over 20 years of experience working in the fields of behavioral health, substance abuse, case...
NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. Current world circumstances causing you to feel overwhelmed? Frustrated? Disillusioned? Were you already stressed prior to COVID-19? Often current events tug at past unresolved experiences causing over pronounced reactions in the here and now. I'm here to help. I have the specific and necessary experience, particularly with traumatic or disturbing events,...
MY SCHEDULE IS CURRENTLY FULL. I work collaboratively with clients to build on the strengths they already possess. I provide a safe and compassionate place for people to tell their story and create new stories involving self worth, healthy relationships, and a sense of empowerment. I will focus on your goals for yourself and you will drive the direction therapy takes you. I focus on your values...
***At this time I am not able to accept new clients. I will update this page when openings become available.*** During this time of global anxiety I am available for teletherapy. Thankfully, most major insurance companies cover telemedicine, which is critical for maintaining connection and care as we face a period of isolation. In my work am dedicated to supporting clients who are facing...
My background is in special education. I have been working with children, adolescents, and families as a school psychologist for the past 10 years, and in private practice for the past 3 years. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I provide them with therapy for anxiety, depression, social pragmatic weaknesses, social stress, low self-esteem, ADHD and the anger...
Most of us have experienced trauma(s) - some big and some not so big. Many times the trauma(s) seem far away and not to be impacting us. At other times the trauma(s) seems to be running who we are and the things that we do. If you find yourself at a place in your life where you want to process the impact of your trauma(s) do not hesitate to contact me or another trauma therapist. Remember it's ...
I love helping others assess and overcome their challenges while embracing their strengths; physical, emotional, social and spiritual. You deserve to grow and embrace a full and abundant life. My diversified vocational ( nursing, business, writing, counseling and pastoral) background allows me to work and walk with my clients as they heal from their past and move forward to maximize their...
*Now Accepting Tele-therapy Clients* Do you find yourself feeling sad, anxious, unhappy with life circumstances? Are you having relationship difficulties, feel stress from work, or have a child experiencing difficulties? I offer comprehensive assistance to change and work through many of life's challenges. If you find yourself suffering from any of these situations, or if you do not feel quite...
How amazing would it be if there was one 'go-to' book to guide everyone in learning how to live their lives to the fullest, discover true happiness, and relish in the satisfaction of working through the daily challenges we are handed. I have yet to discover this book. However, in my 10 years of working with children, youth, adults, and families with emotional and behavioral challenges I've lear...
I am an experienced therapist who has assisted many clients in overcoming mental, emotional, and relational distress. My specialties include assessment and treatment of compulsive behaviors, addiction, abuse and trauma, couples therapy, and related mental health disorders, such as depression, anxiety disorders, and ADHD. I hold a Masters of Social Work from Barry University. I began working wit...
**Accepting new clients**As a Marriage & Family Therapist I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals from children to adults. The cornerstone of my treatment style focuses on a strength based approach to support you as you examine the factors that have contribute to life stressors. I work to support you, & your loved ones to develop healthy coping skills to implement.If you are...
*I am only accepting new clients for parenting consultation and individual adult therapy at this time* I trained locally at UCSF's Child Trauma Research Program and at Children's Hospital/Research Center Oakland. I work with children and teens individually or in family therapy, and I also see young adults. My talk and play therapy interventions are grounded in a strengths-based, collaborative, ...
I specialize in therapy for boys ranging from preadolescence all the way through to young adulthood. They engage in open and honest conversations with me being able to express their thoughts and feelings in a comfortable environment. Couples therapy is another specialty area I am very passionate about. I also enjoy working with adult men and women of all ages and with a variety of issues, such ...
( English | español ) I understand how difficult it is to find a therapist that you can connect with, especially in those difficult moments when you just want someone to understand what you are going through. Together there is no question that we can't answer and there is no problem that we can't find possible solutions. I believe therapy is an effective tool that can help manage our lives and...
I am interested in assisting people of all ages in reaching their fullest potential. Whether you are experiencing a difficult life phase, are a trauma survivor, or are navigating life with a persistent mental health diagnosis, I am here to partner with you. Recognizing people's needs are distinct, I have completed training in: Somatic Experiencing, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing...
