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.
Do you find yourself concerned about your child? Have you tried everything in your "toolbox"? I can help you. I have 15 years experience as a playtherapist, Montessori teacher and school counselor. Let me help you with the social, emotional and academic needs of your 3-18 year old. I specialize in play therapy and am a registered play therapist. Play is the language of children and toys are the...
I am a licensed therapist with over 24 years of experience helping others to navigate life's journey. I offer a judgment-free environment to overcome life's challenges and provide a safe haven for self-discovery. Through this process, my clients have recognized their ability to heal and gain a greater insight into self-empowerment. I specialize in overcoming trauma, parts therapy, relationships...
Psychotherapy is a process of exploration, discovery and growth. I work with clients who want to learn more about themselves in a safe, caring and challenging environment. Whether you are in crisis, have overwhelming stress, anxiety/depression or are just in need of support and facilitation. I am able to help clients recognize and change their thoughts or behaviors, leading to decreased anxiety...
Would you like someone to talk to? To have a safe space for guidance? To gain a different perspective? Everyone goes through challenging situations in life, and while you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties you've faced, there's nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it. In fact, therapy is ideal for people who have enough self-awareness to realize the...
Everyone goes through difficult periods in their life, at one time or another. EVERYONE. It's just life. Sometimes we might be too depressed, anxious, heartbroken, or angry to see through the clouds. But you know what? The clouds will always clear. Helping clients learn to go forward in life, assert themselves, love, respect and accept themselves is my favorite thing. I will assist you in the...
Coming for therapy can be one of the most important investments one can make. We often take the time to invest when considering purchasing a car or a home. However, when it comes to investing in oneself, we too often are found lacking. This self-care is the very foundation in which everything else depends upon. If we are not taken care of, it negatively impacts our ability to take care of anyth...
Everyone needs a soft place to fall. The loss of a loved one disrupts everything in our lives and the intense emotions of grief can be overwhelming. This can be especially true for children who don't yet have the words to express themselves or for adolescents who are struggling with their need for emotional support but wanting to appear "normal" among their peers. Specializing in expressive...
Being a kid is today’s world can be tough and helping your little one navigate through the struggles and hardships as a parent, can sometimes feel overwhelming. That’s where I come in. As a licensed professional therapist with over 7 years of private practice experience, I specialize in child and adolescent behaviors, parenting skills, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. I have a passion ...
Being a therapist and helping others is my passion. I love working with all ages but I specialize in Children and Marriage and Family. At the LifeVesting Group we strive to help anyone we can; from all walks of life. We see individuals, families, & children; using Play Therapy & Sand Therapy for children. We are able to help a wide variety of individuals. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor...
Life can be difficult to navigate. Sometimes it helps to have a co-pilot who can help you see new paths. You have your own difficulties and past. You might know what you or your child needs help with: anxiety, depression, trouble in relationships, school or work, or feeling upset about events that have occurred in your life. Maybe you don't know why, but just feel like something's wrong. I crea...
I am a Christian therapist that has been working in the field for over 30 years. I help people learn new ways of thinking and relating and provide tools to overcome depression, anxiety, subtance abuse, sexual addictions, and relational problems. Specialties in anger management, addictions, and life coaching....
We have worked with people from a variety of ages, with issues ranging from psychosis to self-esteem problems. Combined as well as individually, we have experience working with children, adults and adolescents from many different ethnic and religious backgrounds. We also have experience working with many families and couples, including blended, step, and single-parent households, as well as...
Are you looking for relief from suffering? This may hold different meanings to different people. For some, it means addressing past traumas to improve current living. For others, it may mean transforming anxiety and depression into manageable states of being, or working through specific parenting challenges that cause concern. For children and adolescents, relief of suffering may come in the fo...
We are a group of down-to-earth, friendly, and smart counselors that want to collaborate with you to become the healthiest and happiest version of yourself. We believe in a person's ability to make lasting changes, in a compassionate and inviting therapeutic setting- where we teach, counsel, and support you. Our counselors vary in their specialties, working with clients across the lifespan with...
I believe that every individual has the right to live a full and satisfying life. Sometimes things get in the way, such as a history of trauma, unresolved grief, family difficulties, or just "everyday" stressors which feel overwhelming. You may be searching for a therapist because you do not feel as fulfilled or content with life as you could. You may be looking for help for a loved one, such a...
