Play Therapy in Niagara Falls, ON
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Playful Solutions
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CPT-R, EMDR
Verified Verified
Niagara Falls, ON L2H
Liz Christie is registered and dedicated to offering EMDR and Play Therapy to her community. Liz is also an EMDRIA approved Consultant in Training. Liz provides a safe and warm therapeutic environment to guide parents and their children through issues such as anxiety/OCD, depression, relational attachment concerns/RAD, trauma related to grief, divorce, physical or sexual abuse, emotional/social behaviour struggles, and self-esteem. Children and teens who struggle to cope with confusing feelings can show signs of emotion dysregulation through their behaviour and Liz can help.
Liz Christie is registered and dedicated to offering EMDR and Play Therapy to her community. Liz is also an EMDRIA approved Consultant in Training. Liz provides a safe and warm therapeutic environment to guide parents and their children through issues such as anxiety/OCD, depression, relational attachment concerns/RAD, trauma related to grief, divorce, physical or sexual abuse, emotional/social behaviour struggles, and self-esteem. Children and teens who struggle to cope with confusing feelings can show signs of emotion dysregulation through their behaviour and Liz can help.
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The Play Clinic provides a safe and secure place for children, youth, adults, and families to heal as they work through emotional, behavioural, and relational issues. Jodie is Certified Play Therapist Supervisor, IFSI Approved Clinical Consultant, Certified EMDR therapist, Certified Trauma Professional II, and a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider. Jodie spent the last 10 years focused on specializing in children's behavioural and mental health, seeking out consultation from leading therapeutic experts to be able to support clients of all ages healing and well being.
The Play Clinic provides a safe and secure place for children, youth, adults, and families to heal as they work through emotional, behavioural, and relational issues. Jodie is Certified Play Therapist Supervisor, IFSI Approved Clinical Consultant, Certified EMDR therapist, Certified Trauma Professional II, and a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider. Jodie spent the last 10 years focused on specializing in children's behavioural and mental health, seeking out consultation from leading therapeutic experts to be able to support clients of all ages healing and well being.
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Tina Hardman
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, MSW, RSW, CPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Niagara Falls, ON L2J
I am a registered Psychotherapist, registered Social Worker and certified Play Therapist. Life's journey can be filled with moments of victory and joy, and moments of sadness and struggle. There will be times when you persevere and times when you will need courage. Life's journey can bring you to a crossroad leading you to ask which direction to follow. Should you find that your life's journey is presenting challenge or adversely impacting your emotional, mental, physical or spiritual well-being, and you are seeking to increase your wellness, let's work together to find your inner peace.
I am a registered Psychotherapist, registered Social Worker and certified Play Therapist. Life's journey can be filled with moments of victory and joy, and moments of sadness and struggle. There will be times when you persevere and times when you will need courage. Life's journey can bring you to a crossroad leading you to ask which direction to follow. Should you find that your life's journey is presenting challenge or adversely impacting your emotional, mental, physical or spiritual well-being, and you are seeking to increase your wellness, let's work together to find your inner peace.
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With a focus on art and play therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and other evidence-based techniques, I create a warm and welcoming environment where clients feel safe to express themselves and work through their struggles.
I focus on working with children, teens and young adults to help them navigate the challenges of life. Whether working with an individual, a family, or a group, my goal is to empower my clients to make positive changes and live fulfilling lives.
With a focus on art and play therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and other evidence-based techniques, I create a warm and welcoming environment where clients feel safe to express themselves and work through their struggles.
I focus on working with children, teens and young adults to help them navigate the challenges of life. Whether working with an individual, a family, or a group, my goal is to empower my clients to make positive changes and live fulfilling lives.
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Amanda Stemplowski
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Niagara Falls, ON L2E
I use the Integrative Trauma and Attachment Model as well as additional modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused and Play Therapy.
Welcome! I am glad you are here as I understand it can be difficult to reach out. As a Trauma Therapist, I work with children, teens, and adults while offering a safe space where we’ll heal the root issues to make a lasting change. Working together, we will find an approach that best fits your needs. My goal is to meet my clients where they are at, while guiding and empowering them to make positive changes in their life.
I use the Integrative Trauma and Attachment Model as well as additional modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused and Play Therapy.
Welcome! I am glad you are here as I understand it can be difficult to reach out. As a Trauma Therapist, I work with children, teens, and adults while offering a safe space where we’ll heal the root issues to make a lasting change. Working together, we will find an approach that best fits your needs. My goal is to meet my clients where they are at, while guiding and empowering them to make positive changes in their life.
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Alicia Pinelli
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Niagara Falls, ON L2G (Online Only)
You have a power within you to overcome obstacles, and thrive within the life you want for yourself. Starting counselling can be scary, intimidating and overwhelming, and that is okay. At Art of Thriving I help to create space where we can go on a journey together towards building a stronger relationship with yourself, uncovering the power that lives within you, and building towards your goals. If you are looking to decrease your stress, build a healthier and more loving relationship with your body and soul, and embark on a journey designed specifically for you, then you’re in right place.
You have a power within you to overcome obstacles, and thrive within the life you want for yourself. Starting counselling can be scary, intimidating and overwhelming, and that is okay. At Art of Thriving I help to create space where we can go on a journey together towards building a stronger relationship with yourself, uncovering the power that lives within you, and building towards your goals. If you are looking to decrease your stress, build a healthier and more loving relationship with your body and soul, and embark on a journey designed specifically for you, then you’re in right place.
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Deanna Khes-Grabiec
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Niagara Falls, ON L2E (Online Only)
I focus on children, teenagers and young adults struggling with eating disorders/disordered eating, body image, anxiety, and perfectionism. I promote wellness beyond weight and address related social justice issues by approaching care from a Health at Every Size theoretical lens. Intrusive thoughts related to food, weight, and self-image can be overwhelming and by using a collaborative approach to discover self-compassion, food freedom, body acceptance, and self-confidence, patients can feel empowered.
I focus on children, teenagers and young adults struggling with eating disorders/disordered eating, body image, anxiety, and perfectionism. I promote wellness beyond weight and address related social justice issues by approaching care from a Health at Every Size theoretical lens. Intrusive thoughts related to food, weight, and self-image can be overwhelming and by using a collaborative approach to discover self-compassion, food freedom, body acceptance, and self-confidence, patients can feel empowered.
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Bill Helmeczi
Registered Psychotherapist, DPH, , MSc, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Niagara Falls, ON L2J
I enjoy working with couples, parents, and youth. I have extensive experience working with youth who are aggressive and defiant. As well as parents and couples who are experiencing marital conflict. I also enjoy working with families who are dealing with a variety of challenges. Furthermore I have over 20 years providing clinical supervision to over 175 social workers and psychotherapists since 2004. Sometimes even the idea of change can be difficult to imagine. I have supported many individuals to reach the change they sought.
I enjoy working with couples, parents, and youth. I have extensive experience working with youth who are aggressive and defiant. As well as parents and couples who are experiencing marital conflict. I also enjoy working with families who are dealing with a variety of challenges. Furthermore I have over 20 years providing clinical supervision to over 175 social workers and psychotherapists since 2004. Sometimes even the idea of change can be difficult to imagine. I have supported many individuals to reach the change they sought.
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Abma Counselling Group
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Niagara Falls, ON L2E
You're seeking change but feel stuck. Whether it's the weight of trauma, the tangle of relationships, or the grip of anxiety, you're looking for a Niagara-based therapist who truly gets you and can guide you towards the life you've always wanted.
You're seeking change but feel stuck. Whether it's the weight of trauma, the tangle of relationships, or the grip of anxiety, you're looking for a Niagara-based therapist who truly gets you and can guide you towards the life you've always wanted.
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Family Kinnections
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BCW, CYW, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Niagara Falls, ON L2E
Is your child's behaviour driving you crazy? Is your child or teen suffering from Depression, anxiety, or other problems? Do you want your child or teen to feel healthy, happy, and get along with you?
I specialize in the treatment of child, youth and family mental health concerns, including: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, self-harm, OCD, anger, Autism/aspergers, separation/divorce, and behaviour problems (defiance, aggression, hostility). I have over 15 years of experience in child and youth mental health, including work in community counselling centers, hospital psychiatric treatment, and residential treatment centers.
Is your child's behaviour driving you crazy? Is your child or teen suffering from Depression, anxiety, or other problems? Do you want your child or teen to feel healthy, happy, and get along with you?
I specialize in the treatment of child, youth and family mental health concerns, including: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, self-harm, OCD, anger, Autism/aspergers, separation/divorce, and behaviour problems (defiance, aggression, hostility). I have over 15 years of experience in child and youth mental health, including work in community counselling centers, hospital psychiatric treatment, and residential treatment centers.
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I believe that anyone can benefit from counselling. We all have our struggles and sometimes talking with someone in a safe, supportive and confidential environment can help to see things differently, develop new skills to put toward problems, and create new meaning about your own personal story. The most important factor in the therapeutic relationship, as in any relationship, is feeling safe and understood. I offer a warm, non-judgmental and open space in which to deepen your self-awareness and reach your goals.
I believe that anyone can benefit from counselling. We all have our struggles and sometimes talking with someone in a safe, supportive and confidential environment can help to see things differently, develop new skills to put toward problems, and create new meaning about your own personal story. The most important factor in the therapeutic relationship, as in any relationship, is feeling safe and understood. I offer a warm, non-judgmental and open space in which to deepen your self-awareness and reach your goals.
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Child and Family Pathways
Registered Psychotherapist, CYW, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Niagara Falls, ON L2E (Online Only)
Accepting new virtual clients! Devin from Child and Family Pathways has over 20 years of success and experience working with school age children, parents and teens. Devin also works with young adults 18-21 who may need support transitioning into adulthood. She is comfortable working along side parents, teachers and health care teams with the intent to best support the needs of the client. Specialization's in Trauma and Attachment work, DBT, CBT and some EFT. As well as parent coaching to support behaviours related too; ADHD, ODD, ASD, Anxiety and OCD. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions you might have.
Accepting new virtual clients! Devin from Child and Family Pathways has over 20 years of success and experience working with school age children, parents and teens. Devin also works with young adults 18-21 who may need support transitioning into adulthood. She is comfortable working along side parents, teachers and health care teams with the intent to best support the needs of the client. Specialization's in Trauma and Attachment work, DBT, CBT and some EFT. As well as parent coaching to support behaviours related too; ADHD, ODD, ASD, Anxiety and OCD. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions you might have.
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Do you suffer from intense emotions that you can’t seem to get under control? Maybe it feels like constantly being bombarded with intrusive thoughts or images that you just can’t get out of your head. Maybe you feel like no one really knows you or that you’ve never fully belonged. Maybe you work so hard every day to portray like everything is together but in the back of your mind there an insidious worry that things might just fall apart at any moment. Wherever you are at right now, I will meet you there and work with you to create a treatment plan that allows you to meet your own goals.
Do you suffer from intense emotions that you can’t seem to get under control? Maybe it feels like constantly being bombarded with intrusive thoughts or images that you just can’t get out of your head. Maybe you feel like no one really knows you or that you’ve never fully belonged. Maybe you work so hard every day to portray like everything is together but in the back of your mind there an insidious worry that things might just fall apart at any moment. Wherever you are at right now, I will meet you there and work with you to create a treatment plan that allows you to meet your own goals.
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Krysten Dilts
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Niagara Falls, ON L2E
Welcome! My name is Krysten and it would be my pleasure to get to know you. Do you have struggles with anxiety, low mood, or emotion regulation? Do these struggles affect you in your everyday life? Would you like to do the personal work to improve your mental health? I can help! I take an integrative approach to therapy, tailoring my sessions to each client's unique needs, and drawing techniques and tools from various therapeutic modalities. I look forward to connecting with you to make a plan for your mental wellbeing.
Welcome! My name is Krysten and it would be my pleasure to get to know you. Do you have struggles with anxiety, low mood, or emotion regulation? Do these struggles affect you in your everyday life? Would you like to do the personal work to improve your mental health? I can help! I take an integrative approach to therapy, tailoring my sessions to each client's unique needs, and drawing techniques and tools from various therapeutic modalities. I look forward to connecting with you to make a plan for your mental wellbeing.
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Holistic Wellness Therapies
Psychologist, MA, MSW, CPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Niagara Falls, ON L2H
We are a team of dedicated & experienced Social Workers and Psychologists. If you are feeling lost, confused, unlike yourself, or simply want to understand yourself - we've got you covered. As a parent, if you are having difficulties with understanding your Childs emotions or behaviours, our highly experienced social worker can support you on your parenting journey. Our therapists help a variety of concerns including grief, depression, anxiety, OCD, burnout, stress, life transitions, parenting, identity, spirituality and so much more. We also offer psychological assessments and psychoeducational assessments. We are here to support!
We are a team of dedicated & experienced Social Workers and Psychologists. If you are feeling lost, confused, unlike yourself, or simply want to understand yourself - we've got you covered. As a parent, if you are having difficulties with understanding your Childs emotions or behaviours, our highly experienced social worker can support you on your parenting journey. Our therapists help a variety of concerns including grief, depression, anxiety, OCD, burnout, stress, life transitions, parenting, identity, spirituality and so much more. We also offer psychological assessments and psychoeducational assessments. We are here to support!
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Gillian Sheldrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Niagara Falls, ON L2E
Is your goal to reduce conflict within your family and live in harmony? Or reduce conflict during your separation and divorce? Would you like to receive support for you or your children? I specialize in helping family members of all ages during all phases of their lives. I am passionate about working with families who are in conflict and strive to help families come up with positive and workable solutions that aim to reduce the conflict within the family unit.
Is your goal to reduce conflict within your family and live in harmony? Or reduce conflict during your separation and divorce? Would you like to receive support for you or your children? I specialize in helping family members of all ages during all phases of their lives. I am passionate about working with families who are in conflict and strive to help families come up with positive and workable solutions that aim to reduce the conflict within the family unit.
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Mareas was established as a specialized service provider to meet the needs of individuals, children and families experiencing challenges in the areas of emotional regulation, anxiety, attachment, interfering behaviours. Mareas recognizes that from time to time, everyone including all families need support. Programs and treatment plans are designed with a holistic approach with the client as the focus. Mareas is committed to providing nurturing and dedicated support to individuals, children, youth and families during difficult periods of time to help them get back on course.
Mareas was established as a specialized service provider to meet the needs of individuals, children and families experiencing challenges in the areas of emotional regulation, anxiety, attachment, interfering behaviours. Mareas recognizes that from time to time, everyone including all families need support. Programs and treatment plans are designed with a holistic approach with the client as the focus. Mareas is committed to providing nurturing and dedicated support to individuals, children, youth and families during difficult periods of time to help them get back on course.
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It can be a difficult process finding the right therapist, and I am here to help. I'm Dr. Lesley Miller, a Clinical Psychologist licensed by the College of Psychologists of Ontario. At Brookside Psychologists, we have many experienced, licensed psychotherapists and psychologists available to work with you. We're located in St. Catharines and Burlington.
It can be a difficult process finding the right therapist, and I am here to help. I'm Dr. Lesley Miller, a Clinical Psychologist licensed by the College of Psychologists of Ontario. At Brookside Psychologists, we have many experienced, licensed psychotherapists and psychologists available to work with you. We're located in St. Catharines and Burlington.
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Cindy Rose - Wellness Counselling Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, OSRP, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Niagara Falls, ON L2E
Accepting new clients: Along your life journey you, or your child/adolescent, may have hit unanticipated challenges, transitions, or trauma, impacting your well-being and capacity to move forward. Others may view you as someone who has it all together, but internally you are stressed, anxious, unmotivated, or shut down. Perhaps, this is happening to your child, or adolescent, and as a parent you have exhausted all ideas, and don’t know where to turn. These difficulties are impacting the emotional/mental health of yourself, your relationships, your work, your schooling, and/or your family dynamics, leaving you feeling unfulfilled.
Accepting new clients: Along your life journey you, or your child/adolescent, may have hit unanticipated challenges, transitions, or trauma, impacting your well-being and capacity to move forward. Others may view you as someone who has it all together, but internally you are stressed, anxious, unmotivated, or shut down. Perhaps, this is happening to your child, or adolescent, and as a parent you have exhausted all ideas, and don’t know where to turn. These difficulties are impacting the emotional/mental health of yourself, your relationships, your work, your schooling, and/or your family dynamics, leaving you feeling unfulfilled.
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Stephanie Sharp
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Niagara Falls, ON L2G
Stephanie is dedicated to the field of mental, emotional, and physical well being and understands the complexity of how these compartmentalized states all impact one another. As an individual who sought counseling for personal matters and experienced genuine insight and healing on various occasions regarding diverse matters, she is confident in its ability to help others. As a result, Stephanie has made the career choice to give back to therapy what it has provided to her by serving others. Stephanie can see clients who are experiencing Anxiety and Depression symptoms including but not limited to OCD and Bi-Polar.
Stephanie is dedicated to the field of mental, emotional, and physical well being and understands the complexity of how these compartmentalized states all impact one another. As an individual who sought counseling for personal matters and experienced genuine insight and healing on various occasions regarding diverse matters, she is confident in its ability to help others. As a result, Stephanie has made the career choice to give back to therapy what it has provided to her by serving others. Stephanie can see clients who are experiencing Anxiety and Depression symptoms including but not limited to OCD and Bi-Polar.
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Nate Venema @ Stride Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, MEd, OCT, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Niagara Falls, ON L2E
When people experience life stressors or trauma, it is not uncommon to stumble, become immobilized, or even unravel. My great passion is walk alongside people in dark chapters of their lives, to help them to dismantle obstacles, to move towards healthier functioning and healing. I help my clients, who include children, teens, adults and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can accept and know themselves as whole, peaceful, and complete.
When people experience life stressors or trauma, it is not uncommon to stumble, become immobilized, or even unravel. My great passion is walk alongside people in dark chapters of their lives, to help them to dismantle obstacles, to move towards healthier functioning and healing. I help my clients, who include children, teens, adults and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can accept and know themselves as whole, peaceful, and complete.
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Play Therapy allows children to safely explore emotions and develop essential skills.
Whether you are struggling with relationship issues, self regulation, trauma, anxiety or major life transitions, you should not have to work through it alone. I provide a safe and supportive environment where we work through experiences using mindfulness and relaxation exercises, reframing thoughts and becoming more self-aware and in turn developing self-love. We work together to build resilience and emotional stability, while empowering you to take control and balance of your life.
Play Therapy allows children to safely explore emotions and develop essential skills.
Whether you are struggling with relationship issues, self regulation, trauma, anxiety or major life transitions, you should not have to work through it alone. I provide a safe and supportive environment where we work through experiences using mindfulness and relaxation exercises, reframing thoughts and becoming more self-aware and in turn developing self-love. We work together to build resilience and emotional stability, while empowering you to take control and balance of your life.
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Tracy offers art therapy, play therapy and CBT and DBT and is trauma informed.
Tracy has almost 2 decades of experience counselling and supporting children, teens and their parents and families. Having worked in the schools and private practice with a unique understanding about how to best support children’s needs at home and school while providing effective strategies for parents and children and teachers. Tracy has a unique way of connecting with children and putting both the child and parents at ease with her integrity and openness. She is deeply rooted in her Christian faith and brings a biblical approach to her work if that is what you desire. But Tracy is also comfortable and effective
Tracy offers art therapy, play therapy and CBT and DBT and is trauma informed.
Tracy has almost 2 decades of experience counselling and supporting children, teens and their parents and families. Having worked in the schools and private practice with a unique understanding about how to best support children’s needs at home and school while providing effective strategies for parents and children and teachers. Tracy has a unique way of connecting with children and putting both the child and parents at ease with her integrity and openness. She is deeply rooted in her Christian faith and brings a biblical approach to her work if that is what you desire. But Tracy is also comfortable and effective
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The Dot Canada
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, MSW
Verified Verified
Saint Catharines, ON L2S (Online Only)
If you're feeling disconnected, distracted, and detached from your life, it may be time to look at why. Why can't I connect, why am I not able to just "get over" my past, or why does it all feel so meaningless? Maybe there are other questions, like “what am I doing with my life” or “who do I want to be?”. It’s okay to take time that's just for you, to look at your life and see both the big picture and explore the often overlooked details. With the right support, you can feel more present, connected, and in control of your life.
If you're feeling disconnected, distracted, and detached from your life, it may be time to look at why. Why can't I connect, why am I not able to just "get over" my past, or why does it all feel so meaningless? Maybe there are other questions, like “what am I doing with my life” or “who do I want to be?”. It’s okay to take time that's just for you, to look at your life and see both the big picture and explore the often overlooked details. With the right support, you can feel more present, connected, and in control of your life.
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Niagara Youth & Family Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc , RP
Verified Verified
Saint Catharines, ON L2M
Providing evidence-based therapies, Niagara Youth & Family Therapy offers treatment options for youth (6 - 18 years), emerging adults (19 - 29) as well as family members and loved ones experiencing struggles with mental health, addictions and trauma.
Providing evidence-based therapies, Niagara Youth & Family Therapy offers treatment options for youth (6 - 18 years), emerging adults (19 - 29) as well as family members and loved ones experiencing struggles with mental health, addictions and trauma.
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Play Therapy Counsellors
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behaviour and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behaviour.