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.
Raising a child with a disability can be difficult, frustrating, and exhausting. My approach is to help act as a coach/collaborator for parents by helping support them manage emotional and behavioral issues in a positive manner. I have over 12 years experience working with children and adolescents with developmental and intellectual disabilities. My special areas of interest include: autism...
If you are looking for confidential, professional and respectful counseling, you have come to the right place. If you have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship or family struggles... our group of qualified therapists will work with you on improving areas of your life so you gain control. Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrati...
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**Accepting new clients via teletherapy. Immediate availability.** Life can be so overwhelming and we can feel so alone. At Thrive have devoted ourselves to helping people navigate their lives to feel happier and more fulfilled. We help individuals gain insight and live fuller & more authentic lives. We provide compassionate, supportive and confidential care to children, adolescents, college-ag...
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I am a Bilingual Educational Counselor, graduated from the University El Bosque, in Bogota/Colombia(2004), where I obtained the title of Psychologist. I Completed 2 and 1/2 years of practice in Neuropsychology at the Bosque Hospital-Bogota/Colombia. I have 10 years of experience applying Neuropsychology, Clinical Psychology, School Psychology and Special Education. I have TEA certifications as ...
Successful children are happy, socially competent and secure in developing age appropriate skills. They get along with their family, friends, and at school. What all parents want is to successfully launch their children as independent adults. This can be a daunting task in today's world. The time to identify and solve problems in this process is as early as possible. I offer both short-term and...
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Psychotherapy & Forensic Services is a mental health & advocacy-driven organization. My staff of therapists, are knowledgeable & well-trained regarding ethical practice standards, evidence-based interventions, & individualizing your care. We think outside of "the box" when it comes to helping you achieve your goals for a *Safe *Whole *Happy life. We strive to help every person. We are also expe...
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