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.
If you are struggling with self esteem issues, your children or teens are having issues this is a safe place to process emotions and get to the root of the problem. Allow me to work with you and your family to get started on the relief and healing you desire.
We provide couple’s, family, and individual therapy in Warrenville, IL, DuPage County, and telehealth across Illinois. We also work with children ages 6 & up, adolescents, and adults. We work with anxiety, depression, tweens, teens, and offer therapy for families, and couples. We offer specialized services for those needing therapy and counseling for end of life and caretaker issues, grief,...
Heart & Play Therapy, PLLC works with children, adolescents, and adults, providing developmentally appropriate services with an individual person-centered approach. With a strong background in education, Alyshia is confident in working with K-12 kids from diverse background, and she remains up to date on relevant research in working with a trauma-informed approach. Under supervision of Kayl...
Kristin Harper LMFT provides in-person and online therapy for individuals and couples in Vancouver WA and Portland OR. Kristin is a relationship and trauma therapist who helps people move from places of suffering and disconnection into places of well-being and belonging. Kristin has over 15 years experience and is trained in cognitive, emotional and somatic approaches including Internal Family ...
Rodnnie Santiago has worked with clients from all age groups through various modalities for several years. He’s worked with individuals, couples, families, and groups. Rodnnie's therapeutic approach is trauma-informed and has holistic roots. He also has vast experience working with Latinx communities and integrating culturally-sensitive care.
I enjoy working with children who are struggling with emotional and behavioral regulation. My preferred modality with children is play therapy and santray. The goal in these modalities is to use the power of the therapeutic relationship to help the child build internal regulation and an understanding of how to cope in their world. I also enjoy working with youth and adults suffering from trauma...
How can I help you? You didn’t find me by accident. There is something going on in your life and you need help navigating through it. Asking for help is not always easy but it can be extremely rewarding. I have worked with clients from various cultures, ages, races, and religions to accomplish their goals. I can help you!
I am a long time resident of Gillette with many ties to the community. I received my Bachelors in Criminal Justice in 2007 for Kaplan University and worked in the field for several years. In 2009, I returned to school to pursue my masters in counseling. In May of 2013 I graduated for Walden University with my Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling. I am currently a licensed professional…
I am a long time resident of Gillette with many ties to the community. I received my Bachelors in Criminal Justice in 2007 for Kaplan University and worked in the field for several years. In 2009, I returned to school to pursue my masters in counseling. In May of 2013 I graduated for Walden University with my Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling. I am currently a licensed professional…
Thank you for taking this first step toward improving your mental and emotional well being. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been in private practice for over 15 years. I work hard at creating an office atmosphere that is relaxed and casual. I work from the assumption that you are the expert on your life. I want you to set and achieve goals, enhance coping skills, manage...
Many caregivers have trouble understanding and managing their child’s behavior. We will strengthen your relationship with your child by teaching you how they think, and empowering you to change how they behave.
Phil is a passionate and devoted advocate for mental health. After studying English at the undergraduate level, he received his master’s degree in social work. As a licensed social worker in the state of New Jersey, Phil aims to help clients through challenges and always approach therapy and the therapeutic relationship from a position of empathy and understanding. Phil believes that all clients…
Hello and Welcome. Our agency offers affordable, low-cost, telehealth/online therapy. I believe that emotional well-being is just as important as the air we all breathe.
Stephanie L. Sullivan is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of New Jersey. Clients can be seen at Sullivan Counseling Services either in-person at our office in Howell, NJ or via Telehealth services. Stephanie is certified in both Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and trained in play therapy.
