"No Person has the power to have everything they want, but it is in their power not to want what they don't have , and to cheerfully put to good use what they do have ." - Senca...
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.
Therapists Who Specialize in Using Play Therapy
Nikimya Y Ligon
New York
New York
Nikimya Y Ligon
New York
New York
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. Let me help you live ON purpose and WITH purpose! As a licensed psychologist and solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life worth celebrating! Counseling and/or educational consultation for individuals, couples, families; childr...
If you or your family are suffering, struggling to connect, or to find stability and progress in life, the process of therapy can support your growth and self esteem through these challenges. I work primarily with teens, adults, and families on specific issues such as anxiety, emotional disregulation, a difficult transition, trauma or loss, career or academic changes, and relational stress such...
Now, more than ever, life circumstances can create real barriers to our happiness. There are times we cannot see through the fog of depression, free ourselves from anxiety, or motivate ourselves to do basic tasks. The good news is, you made it here - identifying the need & seeking help are the most important steps towards change. My clients are intelligent people, looking to cultivate deeper...
Jessica Ketner
Columbus
Ohio
Jessica Ketner
Columbus
Ohio
I provide psychotherapy for couples, families, individual adults, adolescents and children. I collaborate with my clients, from an integrative client-centered approach, to treat a variety of mental, emotional and relational issues. I value the strengths that my clients bring with them to the therapy room and guide them to build on those attributes to create change in their lives. I work with...
COUPLES, FAMILY, CHILD and INDIVIDUAL THERAPY. True Happiness and Stability Stems from the Quality of our Significant Relationships! I work from a strength-based, solution-focused, and systemic or relational orientation, all are evidence-based approaches. I focus on people's strengths and possibilities while addressing their real life difficulties. I also practice child-centered play therapy an...
Serving children (starting at age 5), adolescents, and adults. I support and encourage mental wellness, personal/spiritual growth, and educational/career happiness. I serve as a safe haven for you to discuss and explore your innermost thoughts, emotions, and to help find real solutions to your problems. I provide help with problems related to divorce, death, depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD,...
Margaret Boucher
San Francisco
California
Margaret Boucher
San Francisco
California
(Is Not Currently Taking New Patients)...
With over 15 years of experience working with children and their families I bring a wealth of knowledge and resources to my work. My experience includes helping children improve communication and problem solving skills, cope with anxiety, and building confidence in relationships. The family work focus's on parenting and communication skills and strengthening relationships. In addition to...
Whether you are struggling with "typical" issues but cannot seem to resolve them, or you believe you have longstanding difficulties that make it difficult for you to function well and get enough pleasure from your life, I can work with you to better understand your difficulties. You will learn new behaviors and coping strategies to help you resolve problems and feel more content. Sessions eithe...
Leslea Townsend Cronin
Louisville
Kentucky
Leslea Townsend Cronin
Louisville
Kentucky
I have experience working with a variety of clients in different stages of their life for individual therapy using a variety of methods of therapy such as Cognitive Behavioral, EMDR, and Narrative therapy for adults and Sand tray, Art, and Play therapy for children. I believe in using fitness as a tool to relieve depression and anxiety and incorporate this into therapy. I have a lot of experien...
Aurolina Valdes
Dallas
Texas
Aurolina Valdes
Dallas
Texas
( English | español ) Only providing Tele-therapy services at this moment. Sometimes all you need is someone to listen to you and ask the right questions so you can find your way. I am a warm and caring therapist who understands that many of us at some point need emotional support. Whether you are dealing with a transition in life (grieving a loved one, relocating to a new city), questioning an...
Life is full of moments where opportunity meets change. My desire is to better help you in embracing these opportunities for growth through proper support, encouragement, and skill building to help you achieve a happier, more balanced life. I'm a licensed mental health counselor and founder of Therapy By Design Professional Counseling Services. In counseling I work primarily with young adults a...
Anna Kosoff
Los Angeles
California
Anna Kosoff
Los Angeles
California
It can be hard growing up in Los Angeles and dealing with the intense pressure of school, family and friends. It's also hard trying to be an adult, working to establish one's self and feel comfortable in saying, "This is who I am, this is who I want to be." We all come through this process with different stories, experiences and perspective. I love to work with families and individuals on this...
I have had over 25 years experience in the Behavioral Health Field. I have been in private practice for the past 10 years but I have had a variety of experience prior to that including inpatient, residential facility, community mental health, and intensive outpatient. I see all ages of people for many different reasons including mood disorders, work issues, relationship issues, parenting, anxie...