Play Therapy in Rancho Cordova, CA
Claire Y Chavarria
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 (Online Only)
I take play seriously.
My name is Claire Chavarria, a licensed marriage and family therapist. I graduated from Sacramento State University with my BA in Psychology, and a minor in counseling. I went on to get my master's from Northcentral University in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have experience working with children, teens and adults who need a safe, non-judgmental space to discuss trauma, ADHD, general and social anxiety, depression, and difficult life transitions.
I take play seriously.
My name is Claire Chavarria, a licensed marriage and family therapist. I graduated from Sacramento State University with my BA in Psychology, and a minor in counseling. I went on to get my master's from Northcentral University in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have experience working with children, teens and adults who need a safe, non-judgmental space to discuss trauma, ADHD, general and social anxiety, depression, and difficult life transitions.
Lisa Androvich
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
When working with children, I engage in play, sandtray and expressive arts.
Are there areas in life that you find challenging to manage? Parenting? Relationships? Stress? Do you need to strengthen the relationship lines with your partner, your children, your parents? Are past wounds preventing you to live the life you once imagined for yourself? I feel strongly about developing a collaborative relationship with you, and about helping you see choices you have to move toward an experience that is rewarding and gratifying. If you are unsure of where to begin, I am happy to assist you in that process.
When working with children, I engage in play, sandtray and expressive arts.
Are there areas in life that you find challenging to manage? Parenting? Relationships? Stress? Do you need to strengthen the relationship lines with your partner, your children, your parents? Are past wounds preventing you to live the life you once imagined for yourself? I feel strongly about developing a collaborative relationship with you, and about helping you see choices you have to move toward an experience that is rewarding and gratifying. If you are unsure of where to begin, I am happy to assist you in that process.
Sarah Lesko, LMFT - Couples and Individual Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
If we can increase you and your partner’s understanding of each other and the dynamics that exist between you then we can then better address the issues that are at play.
You are here because you are looking for help. Perhaps you need this help within the context of your most intimate relationships. When you are in romantic relationships, are you prone to over-thinking, ruminating over what you said or should have said in a heated moment? Do you find yourself acting out in ways that you are not proud of but can’t seem to stop? Or do you find yourself withdrawing, feeling apathy and putting distance between yourself and your loved one? You may long for the closeness and connection you used to have with your partner. Or you may have none of this and wonder why you are without a partner or community.
If we can increase you and your partner’s understanding of each other and the dynamics that exist between you then we can then better address the issues that are at play.
You are here because you are looking for help. Perhaps you need this help within the context of your most intimate relationships. When you are in romantic relationships, are you prone to over-thinking, ruminating over what you said or should have said in a heated moment? Do you find yourself acting out in ways that you are not proud of but can’t seem to stop? Or do you find yourself withdrawing, feeling apathy and putting distance between yourself and your loved one? You may long for the closeness and connection you used to have with your partner. Or you may have none of this and wonder why you are without a partner or community.
Hector Cabrera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 (Online Only)
Hector E. Cabrera LCS 21831. My goal is to assist clients with empowerment, management of their symptoms, and freedom from emotional pain. I take a solution-focused approach that focuses on a client’s strengths to help mitigate their needs in other areas. I hope to assist with developing awareness into how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are related, and to develop healthy coping skills.
Hector E. Cabrera LCS 21831. My goal is to assist clients with empowerment, management of their symptoms, and freedom from emotional pain. I take a solution-focused approach that focuses on a client’s strengths to help mitigate their needs in other areas. I hope to assist with developing awareness into how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are related, and to develop healthy coping skills.
Authentic Counseling Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, PsyD, CATC-V, A-MFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Transitional Experiences happen! Kids' families become disjointed from divorce. Tweens become Teens. Individuals in their early 20's wonder what the next step is "for them". 30-somethings sometime face life-path decisions, maybe even boredom? Beloved pets or family members pass away. Married people are suddenly "single-again". the mid-life 50's often come with health issues that completely throw people for a loop! The 60+ often involve taking care of aging parents or are facing the death experience themselves! Grandparents sometimes find themselves raising their children's children! What is going ON?
Transitional Experiences happen! Kids' families become disjointed from divorce. Tweens become Teens. Individuals in their early 20's wonder what the next step is "for them". 30-somethings sometime face life-path decisions, maybe even boredom? Beloved pets or family members pass away. Married people are suddenly "single-again". the mid-life 50's often come with health issues that completely throw people for a loop! The 60+ often involve taking care of aging parents or are facing the death experience themselves! Grandparents sometimes find themselves raising their children's children! What is going ON?
Nisreen Mandilawi
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Reaching out for help and support takes courage. Finding a therapist you trust and feel comfortable with is the first step to making positive changes in your life. My hope as a therapist is to provide a safe and comfortable space for you to heal from past or present pain, grow with self insight, and ultimately live a more enjoyable and meaningful life. I value and respect the differences in people and use a collaborative and non-judgmental approach when working with people.
Reaching out for help and support takes courage. Finding a therapist you trust and feel comfortable with is the first step to making positive changes in your life. My hope as a therapist is to provide a safe and comfortable space for you to heal from past or present pain, grow with self insight, and ultimately live a more enjoyable and meaningful life. I value and respect the differences in people and use a collaborative and non-judgmental approach when working with people.
I provide safe, accepting, and mindful environment as well as culturally sensitive services for children, adults, and families who are experiencing difficulties with emotional stress such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, behavioral issues such as ADHD, defiant, and oppositional behaviors, culture-related stress such as immigration and issues regarding identity including gender variant clients. I love helping couples and use Emotionally Focus Therapy in addition to CBT techniques.
I provide safe, accepting, and mindful environment as well as culturally sensitive services for children, adults, and families who are experiencing difficulties with emotional stress such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, behavioral issues such as ADHD, defiant, and oppositional behaviors, culture-related stress such as immigration and issues regarding identity including gender variant clients. I love helping couples and use Emotionally Focus Therapy in addition to CBT techniques.
Cynthia R. Eldridge
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Living life means dealing with challenging times. The good thing is that you don't have to face these challenging times alone. Everyone can use a supportive ear from time to time. Together we can cultivate a better tomorrow utilizing skills and techniques learned through therapy. Managing emotions is a skill just like learning to read or knowing how to do math. You just have to start by taking the first step. Sometimes the smallest steps in the right direction end up being the biggest steps of your life.
Living life means dealing with challenging times. The good thing is that you don't have to face these challenging times alone. Everyone can use a supportive ear from time to time. Together we can cultivate a better tomorrow utilizing skills and techniques learned through therapy. Managing emotions is a skill just like learning to read or knowing how to do math. You just have to start by taking the first step. Sometimes the smallest steps in the right direction end up being the biggest steps of your life.
Jenn Harrington
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 (Online Only)
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life you want to celebrate. I will teach you how to give yourself permission to hold acceptance, confidence, and pride of your genuine self. While we can’t change difficult situations in the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your present life that keep you from moving forward. If you’re looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you’re just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life you want to celebrate. I will teach you how to give yourself permission to hold acceptance, confidence, and pride of your genuine self. While we can’t change difficult situations in the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your present life that keep you from moving forward. If you’re looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you’re just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
Imagine feeling relief wash over you, melting away your worries. This isn't just a dream – it's our goal. Whether you're facing depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, or trauma, I'm here to guide you towards resolution. I focus on helping you find greater meaning in life, especially in relationships. We'll address your unique challenges, including work difficulties. Together, we'll develop strategies not just to cope, but to thrive. Let's start this journey of healing and growth, tailored to your needs. Your path to a more fulfilling life begins here."
Imagine feeling relief wash over you, melting away your worries. This isn't just a dream – it's our goal. Whether you're facing depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, or trauma, I'm here to guide you towards resolution. I focus on helping you find greater meaning in life, especially in relationships. We'll address your unique challenges, including work difficulties. Together, we'll develop strategies not just to cope, but to thrive. Let's start this journey of healing and growth, tailored to your needs. Your path to a more fulfilling life begins here."
I mostly employ insight-oriented approach to psychotherapy. I believe, SELF-ACCEPTANCE is the first step in the path of happiness, I will help you accept yourself and experience making right choices. I use the power of now and mindfulness to help you tend to your emotions, thoughts, and sensations that occur in the present moment. I believe nothing is perfect, and relationships are complex. I will welcome the opportunity to work with you in understanding and improving your life.
I mostly employ insight-oriented approach to psychotherapy. I believe, SELF-ACCEPTANCE is the first step in the path of happiness, I will help you accept yourself and experience making right choices. I use the power of now and mindfulness to help you tend to your emotions, thoughts, and sensations that occur in the present moment. I believe nothing is perfect, and relationships are complex. I will welcome the opportunity to work with you in understanding and improving your life.
Better Decisions Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LAADC, CA, CADC, II
Verified Verified
Rancho Cordova, CA 95655
Why choose us? Because of our methods of Cognitive Behavior Theory counseling. Counseling services have a 86% goal success rate! Open till 7:00 by appointment. We offer Supervise visits, Co-parenting, Anger Management, Alcohol Forensic Assessments & Evaluations, Drug testing, a Department of Transportation Substance Abuse Professional (DOT/SAP) Education to help you achieve your goals. Interventions and referrals to residential treatment centers and Sober Living available. Don't forget to like our Facebook page! Call us! Located in Sacramento and nearby.
Why choose us? Because of our methods of Cognitive Behavior Theory counseling. Counseling services have a 86% goal success rate! Open till 7:00 by appointment. We offer Supervise visits, Co-parenting, Anger Management, Alcohol Forensic Assessments & Evaluations, Drug testing, a Department of Transportation Substance Abuse Professional (DOT/SAP) Education to help you achieve your goals. Interventions and referrals to residential treatment centers and Sober Living available. Don't forget to like our Facebook page! Call us! Located in Sacramento and nearby.
Cristina R Kosakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you at a point in your life where you are feeling in need of judgement free support and guidance to increase your quality of life? Are those around you suggesting you seek outside support? Are you struggling with sudden changes, transitions, obstacles? Have you experienced difficult events that are making it hard to be the best version of you? Do you need support around parenting, relationships, your career, or managing symptoms that are affecting these areas of your life? Is your child having challenging emotions? You have taken a great first step towards healing. Finding a therapist you can trust and connect with is critical.
Are you at a point in your life where you are feeling in need of judgement free support and guidance to increase your quality of life? Are those around you suggesting you seek outside support? Are you struggling with sudden changes, transitions, obstacles? Have you experienced difficult events that are making it hard to be the best version of you? Do you need support around parenting, relationships, your career, or managing symptoms that are affecting these areas of your life? Is your child having challenging emotions? You have taken a great first step towards healing. Finding a therapist you can trust and connect with is critical.
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Kaitlyn Vo
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gold River, CA 95670
Waitlist for new clients
With children, I integrate creative interventions with art and play techniques to help engage them.
Has life become increasingly overwhelming lately? Have you noticed that the stressors in your life are affecting your mood, relationships, or work? Do you wish you could hit pause just to take a moment to reorient yourself? As someone who has been on both ends of therapy, I understand how difficult it can be to reach out and ask for help. In a session with me, you can expect to be deeply heard and listened to in an empathetic and non-judgmental space. I am here to help you explore your thoughts and feelings, and to support you in your journey toward healing, growth, and change.
With children, I integrate creative interventions with art and play techniques to help engage them.
Has life become increasingly overwhelming lately? Have you noticed that the stressors in your life are affecting your mood, relationships, or work? Do you wish you could hit pause just to take a moment to reorient yourself? As someone who has been on both ends of therapy, I understand how difficult it can be to reach out and ask for help. In a session with me, you can expect to be deeply heard and listened to in an empathetic and non-judgmental space. I am here to help you explore your thoughts and feelings, and to support you in your journey toward healing, growth, and change.
Helping people struggling with ADHD and trauma is my passion. I see ADHD as a different way to see and learn, not necessarily a "disorder." I enjoy working with clients who are ready to find ways to increase their quality of life. Another focus of treatment is exploring unresolved trauma that impacts functioning. It's amazing how processing these events changes the way you react to stress. The difference is processing from the mid brain. Brainspotting is used to accomplish this necessary part of healing. It literally speeds up therapy. Let's talk and decide if it can help.
Helping people struggling with ADHD and trauma is my passion. I see ADHD as a different way to see and learn, not necessarily a "disorder." I enjoy working with clients who are ready to find ways to increase their quality of life. Another focus of treatment is exploring unresolved trauma that impacts functioning. It's amazing how processing these events changes the way you react to stress. The difference is processing from the mid brain. Brainspotting is used to accomplish this necessary part of healing. It literally speeds up therapy. Let's talk and decide if it can help.
Are you struggling with occasional bouts of depression and crippling anxiety? Your past trauma is catching up to you, making you feel stuck in it, unable to escape. You find yourself drowned in insecurities and self-doubt despite being a successful woman and are exhausted by it. You struggle with creating boundaries in your relationships for fear of losing relationships. Do you feel like something is missing even though you have everything? You are ready to live a peaceful and authentic life. You are ready to learn practical tools to embrace your true self and feel whole once again. We will go at your pace to achieve your goals.
Are you struggling with occasional bouts of depression and crippling anxiety? Your past trauma is catching up to you, making you feel stuck in it, unable to escape. You find yourself drowned in insecurities and self-doubt despite being a successful woman and are exhausted by it. You struggle with creating boundaries in your relationships for fear of losing relationships. Do you feel like something is missing even though you have everything? You are ready to live a peaceful and authentic life. You are ready to learn practical tools to embrace your true self and feel whole once again. We will go at your pace to achieve your goals.
Dr. Michelle Nicole Bonner
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gold River, CA 95670 (Online Only)
Hi there! If you're reading this, thank you for considering me as your future therapist. I am licensed in California with 19 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma, family conflicts, parenting issues, child and adolescent issues & motivation, self-esteem, confidence, addiction, anger management, sexual assault and domestic violence. My work has been predominantly with adolescents and families; however, I have experience working with adults, couples, and group work.
Hi there! If you're reading this, thank you for considering me as your future therapist. I am licensed in California with 19 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma, family conflicts, parenting issues, child and adolescent issues & motivation, self-esteem, confidence, addiction, anger management, sexual assault and domestic violence. My work has been predominantly with adolescents and families; however, I have experience working with adults, couples, and group work.
I believe children and teens often deal with life struggles that are complicated in this ever evolving world. My goal is to support your child or teen in attaining balance, inner strength, and confidence to navigate the world in a healthy way. My passion is working with kids and families, and supporting enrichment, growth, and healthy communication within their dynamic.
I believe children and teens often deal with life struggles that are complicated in this ever evolving world. My goal is to support your child or teen in attaining balance, inner strength, and confidence to navigate the world in a healthy way. My passion is working with kids and families, and supporting enrichment, growth, and healthy communication within their dynamic.
Jennifer A Alexander
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gold River, CA 95670
I am honored to serve anyone struggling with any type of trauma/PTSD, addiction, depression, or anxiety who wants life to be a little different. Total healing IS possible! I have a passion for non-judgemental connection with people who are nervous about being vulnerable, don’t want therapy, or have had a bad experience in the past. It can be fun and is worth the work! I like to partner with you to discover your strengths and help you reach YOUR goals. My ideal client is someone who has a good sense of humor, a desire for change, an open mind, ok w/an occassional bad word (or two), and MUST love dogs. I do animal assisted therapy.
I am honored to serve anyone struggling with any type of trauma/PTSD, addiction, depression, or anxiety who wants life to be a little different. Total healing IS possible! I have a passion for non-judgemental connection with people who are nervous about being vulnerable, don’t want therapy, or have had a bad experience in the past. It can be fun and is worth the work! I like to partner with you to discover your strengths and help you reach YOUR goals. My ideal client is someone who has a good sense of humor, a desire for change, an open mind, ok w/an occassional bad word (or two), and MUST love dogs. I do animal assisted therapy.
"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself as I am then I can change." - Dr. Carl Rogers. We emphasize to every person who comes through our door that they are the experts in their care. We provide the space and proper conditions to help this person live their life to their fullest potential.
"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself as I am then I can change." - Dr. Carl Rogers. We emphasize to every person who comes through our door that they are the experts in their care. We provide the space and proper conditions to help this person live their life to their fullest potential.
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Play Therapy
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral 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 behavior 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 behavior.