Play Therapy in Denver, CO

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Phebe Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210
I work with kids, t(w)eens, and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, life adjustments, academic/career stress, body image, identity/self-esteem, LGBTQIA+ issues, and sleep issues. I am trained through an eclectic array of therapeutic modalities, often working through a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) lens, or Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) with younger clients. When working with sleep issues and insomnia, I am trained in CBT-I (CBT for insomnia).
I work with kids, t(w)eens, and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, life adjustments, academic/career stress, body image, identity/self-esteem, LGBTQIA+ issues, and sleep issues. I am trained through an eclectic array of therapeutic modalities, often working through a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) lens, or Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) with younger clients. When working with sleep issues and insomnia, I am trained in CBT-I (CBT for insomnia).
(720) 358-8744 View (720) 358-8744
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Emily Sierawski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80246
In my work with young children, I am skilled in utilizing play therapy.
Are you, your child or your teen struggling with constant worry, intrusive thoughts, or feeling weighed down by past experiences? Have the hidden struggles of anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma or navigating a difficult life transition become too much to bear? While these experiences can leave us feeling isolated, please know that you're not alone. I work with adults, children and teens facing these challenges, using a personalized approach to meet their unique needs and goals. Together, we’ll find strategies that bring relief, and after just a few sessions, you’ll start to feel the difference.
In my work with young children, I am skilled in utilizing play therapy.
Are you, your child or your teen struggling with constant worry, intrusive thoughts, or feeling weighed down by past experiences? Have the hidden struggles of anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma or navigating a difficult life transition become too much to bear? While these experiences can leave us feeling isolated, please know that you're not alone. I work with adults, children and teens facing these challenges, using a personalized approach to meet their unique needs and goals. Together, we’ll find strategies that bring relief, and after just a few sessions, you’ll start to feel the difference.
(720) 821-6114 View (720) 821-6114
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Travis Pilarcik
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80238
Working with kids/teens has shown me how powerful, resilient, and amazing they can become with help and support from those who care. Through caring, compassion, and a little bit of play, we’ll work together to create a future where they can grow into the best versions of themselves. I believe in using a mix of play and developmentally appropriate experiential therapy, along with using ways of expressing themselves such as art or even drama therapy.
Working with kids/teens has shown me how powerful, resilient, and amazing they can become with help and support from those who care. Through caring, compassion, and a little bit of play, we’ll work together to create a future where they can grow into the best versions of themselves. I believe in using a mix of play and developmentally appropriate experiential therapy, along with using ways of expressing themselves such as art or even drama therapy.
(720) 802-6196 View (720) 802-6196
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Dawn Goers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
When working with children I also incorporate child-centered play therapy to encourage therapeutic expression and healing.
After working with children and families for 15 years in foster care and adoption settings, I developed a passion for empowering people who have experienced trauma, grief and loss, and who struggle with relationship issues. Life always presents challenges and the ability to move through those challenges with a strong sense of self is important. I work closely with clients to develop a strong therapeutic relationship, which engenders an environment of safety and promotes healing. I am an EMDR Certified Clinician which integrates attachment theory, CBT and emotion regulation. I also use child-centered play therapy with children.
When working with children I also incorporate child-centered play therapy to encourage therapeutic expression and healing.
After working with children and families for 15 years in foster care and adoption settings, I developed a passion for empowering people who have experienced trauma, grief and loss, and who struggle with relationship issues. Life always presents challenges and the ability to move through those challenges with a strong sense of self is important. I work closely with clients to develop a strong therapeutic relationship, which engenders an environment of safety and promotes healing. I am an EMDR Certified Clinician which integrates attachment theory, CBT and emotion regulation. I also use child-centered play therapy with children.
(303) 814-9173 View (303) 814-9173
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Daniel Garcia
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
Growing up isn't easy, and neither is parenting! My goal is to be a resource for you and your child as you navigate the challenges of life together. Through the use of Play Therapy, I strive to provide a place where your child can feel safe to communicate and process their emotions, fears, and experiences in a way that feels natural and comfortable to them.
Growing up isn't easy, and neither is parenting! My goal is to be a resource for you and your child as you navigate the challenges of life together. Through the use of Play Therapy, I strive to provide a place where your child can feel safe to communicate and process their emotions, fears, and experiences in a way that feels natural and comfortable to them.
(720) 282-9769 View (720) 282-9769
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Bridget Kromrey
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
I also utilize play therapy, sand tray therapy, and cognitive and behavioral models.
Therapy can be an invitation to explore our inner world and how it relates to the development of the self, relationships, and our way of making meaning in this world. My aim as a psychologist is to offer that unique space to clients where transformation, challenge and deeper understanding can occur. I specialize in grief and loss, end of life concerns, identity development, trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and psychosocial oncology. I work with adults, children, and adolescents for psychotherapy and provide assessments for autism, learning disabilities and social/emotional concerns.
I also utilize play therapy, sand tray therapy, and cognitive and behavioral models.
Therapy can be an invitation to explore our inner world and how it relates to the development of the self, relationships, and our way of making meaning in this world. My aim as a psychologist is to offer that unique space to clients where transformation, challenge and deeper understanding can occur. I specialize in grief and loss, end of life concerns, identity development, trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and psychosocial oncology. I work with adults, children, and adolescents for psychotherapy and provide assessments for autism, learning disabilities and social/emotional concerns.
(720) 727-6282 x26 View (720) 727-6282 x26
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Jennifer Shivey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT-S, ACS
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222
Life can be a trip sometimes, right? Everyday stressors, big life changes, ongoing drama - I get it. I have immediate openings, both in person and virtually. Your first session will be a chance for us to get to know each other and see how I can best support you. In my private practice I see adolescents and adults, as well as offering Clinical Supervision and Registered Play Therapy Supervision for pre-licensed therapists and therapists just needing consultation on topics that are specialties of mine. I am EMDR trained and offer online EMDR treatment as well. We will work together to tailor a plan that fits your individual needs.
Life can be a trip sometimes, right? Everyday stressors, big life changes, ongoing drama - I get it. I have immediate openings, both in person and virtually. Your first session will be a chance for us to get to know each other and see how I can best support you. In my private practice I see adolescents and adults, as well as offering Clinical Supervision and Registered Play Therapy Supervision for pre-licensed therapists and therapists just needing consultation on topics that are specialties of mine. I am EMDR trained and offer online EMDR treatment as well. We will work together to tailor a plan that fits your individual needs.
(720) 706-3121 View (720) 706-3121
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Mount Saint Vincent
MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80211
Mount Saint Vincent has been helping children and families in the Denver area for over 135 years. Let us help you and your child with our Pediatric Behavioral Health services: Outpatient Therapy, In-Home Therapy and Day Treatment. Our Masters level clinicians offer evidenced based counseling modalities specific to client needs, including: Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Play Therapy, Trauma Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Mount Saint Vincent has been helping children and families in the Denver area for over 135 years. Let us help you and your child with our Pediatric Behavioral Health services: Outpatient Therapy, In-Home Therapy and Day Treatment. Our Masters level clinicians offer evidenced based counseling modalities specific to client needs, including: Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Play Therapy, Trauma Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
(720) 640-8471 View (720) 640-8471
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Beverly Houston
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80238
I believe that play is essential to a child's growing and learning process as children naturally communicate through play. Play therapy can be utilized as a way for children and adolescents to express themselves, explore and process their experiences and feelings through play/art. I am here to partner with you and your family to support in growing a child or adolescent's ability to process through, cope and regulate with difficult life transitions, school related difficulties, emotional and behavioral challenges, grief/loss, social skills, attachment, trauma and self-exploration.
I believe that play is essential to a child's growing and learning process as children naturally communicate through play. Play therapy can be utilized as a way for children and adolescents to express themselves, explore and process their experiences and feelings through play/art. I am here to partner with you and your family to support in growing a child or adolescent's ability to process through, cope and regulate with difficult life transitions, school related difficulties, emotional and behavioral challenges, grief/loss, social skills, attachment, trauma and self-exploration.
(720) 575-0314 View (720) 575-0314
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Susan Finnefrock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
Waitlist for new clients
Training in play therapy, expressive arts, mindfulness, and progressive relaxation augments traditional talk therapy, offering a more individualized therapeutic approach.
Welcome! If you are searching for a therapist, you are looking for relief or change in your life. For all of us, life can be hard at times and you are courageous to embark on this journey of discovery. I know what it is like to sit on the other side of the therapist's chair. I am honored and privileged to walk this part of your journey with you while instilling great hope for healing and wholeness. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and facilitate groups for women of partners or spouses experiencing sex addiction or sexual integrity issues.
Training in play therapy, expressive arts, mindfulness, and progressive relaxation augments traditional talk therapy, offering a more individualized therapeutic approach.
Welcome! If you are searching for a therapist, you are looking for relief or change in your life. For all of us, life can be hard at times and you are courageous to embark on this journey of discovery. I know what it is like to sit on the other side of the therapist's chair. I am honored and privileged to walk this part of your journey with you while instilling great hope for healing and wholeness. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and facilitate groups for women of partners or spouses experiencing sex addiction or sexual integrity issues.
(720) 575-0643 View (720) 575-0643
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Alysia H Patel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MPhEd, MSEd
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80205  (Online Only)
Over the course of my 8 years as a mental health professional, my multi-faceted experiences have spanned across children, adolescents, young adults and families in a variety of communities, schools, day treatment centers and rehabilitation centers. I offer online counseling sessions at this time. I utilize evidence based models including play and art therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Strength-based Therapy, and Solution-focused Therapy in sessions.
Over the course of my 8 years as a mental health professional, my multi-faceted experiences have spanned across children, adolescents, young adults and families in a variety of communities, schools, day treatment centers and rehabilitation centers. I offer online counseling sessions at this time. I utilize evidence based models including play and art therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Strength-based Therapy, and Solution-focused Therapy in sessions.
(720) 664-2375 View (720) 664-2375
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Stephanie Dunlap
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222
Using first our therapeutic connection, I use attachment-based therapy, CBT, EMDR, DBT, Internal Family Systems, play therapy, sandtray therapy (even for adults!) and other modalities to guide my clients toward achieving their goals.
Healing is like the tide. I help people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, loss, identity, and more. Like the tide, as healing and growth take hold in us, they can sometimes appear to recede—but then they advance even further. I walk alongside people moving into their best visions of themselves. Cracks are how the light gets in. Transforming your pain is possible.
Using first our therapeutic connection, I use attachment-based therapy, CBT, EMDR, DBT, Internal Family Systems, play therapy, sandtray therapy (even for adults!) and other modalities to guide my clients toward achieving their goals.
Healing is like the tide. I help people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, loss, identity, and more. Like the tide, as healing and growth take hold in us, they can sometimes appear to recede—but then they advance even further. I walk alongside people moving into their best visions of themselves. Cracks are how the light gets in. Transforming your pain is possible.
(720) 703-9745 View (720) 703-9745
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Amanda (Amy) Pickett-Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210
My specialty areas include grief/loss, chronic/terminal illness, trauma, abuse, infertility, post-partum mood disorders, divorce/children of divorce, depression/anxiety, ADD/ADHD, gifted and twice-exceptional children, play therapy, art therapy and family and couples therapy.
I have provided counseling services in Denver since completing graduate school in 1999. I worked in both pediatric and adult medical settings, including hematology/oncology, emergency trauma and hospice. For 8 years, I worked at a school and community based medical clinic providing psychotherapy to all ages. I have also enjoyed private practice over the years. In each setting I work, including private practice, my therapeutic modality varies, but I always come from a strengths based/empowerment approach. I love somatic (mind/body) based work, as I am also a yoga teacher.
My specialty areas include grief/loss, chronic/terminal illness, trauma, abuse, infertility, post-partum mood disorders, divorce/children of divorce, depression/anxiety, ADD/ADHD, gifted and twice-exceptional children, play therapy, art therapy and family and couples therapy.
I have provided counseling services in Denver since completing graduate school in 1999. I worked in both pediatric and adult medical settings, including hematology/oncology, emergency trauma and hospice. For 8 years, I worked at a school and community based medical clinic providing psychotherapy to all ages. I have also enjoyed private practice over the years. In each setting I work, including private practice, my therapeutic modality varies, but I always come from a strengths based/empowerment approach. I love somatic (mind/body) based work, as I am also a yoga teacher.
(720) 613-5762 View (720) 613-5762
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Maxwell Murray
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222
Play, existential, interpersonal therapy - all grounded in a trauma-informed approach - can help to address painful interpersonal cycles and the impacts of traumatic experiences at their root.
Whether you find yourself in life transition, impacted by personal or communal violence or other traumatic events, or otherwise feel frozen or stuck, therapy may support you in building awareness and skills to move through what you're facing. You may experience doubt in aspects of yourself you're unfamiliar with, fear of known or unknown stress-inducing circumstances, or the physical and emotional impacts of violence or pain you've seen or experienced. In each case, finding space where you can name what is painful to name is often the first step in that movement through it.
Play, existential, interpersonal therapy - all grounded in a trauma-informed approach - can help to address painful interpersonal cycles and the impacts of traumatic experiences at their root.
Whether you find yourself in life transition, impacted by personal or communal violence or other traumatic events, or otherwise feel frozen or stuck, therapy may support you in building awareness and skills to move through what you're facing. You may experience doubt in aspects of yourself you're unfamiliar with, fear of known or unknown stress-inducing circumstances, or the physical and emotional impacts of violence or pain you've seen or experienced. In each case, finding space where you can name what is painful to name is often the first step in that movement through it.
(720) 961-8661 View (720) 961-8661
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Ben J Greene
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate , MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
As a documentary filmmaker turned therapist, storytelling is at the heart of my therapy practice. I specialize in Narrative Therapy (NT), Play Therapy, Addictions Counseling (LAC-I), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Gottman Method for couples to help my clients write their next chapter. I work with a wide variety of clients (Adults, Teens, Children, and Couples) on a range of issues such as • Life Transitions • Addiction • Trauma • ADHD • Relationship Issues • Family Conflict • Parenting • Couples Counseling • OCD • Social Anxiety • Financial Instability • Sex and Kink • LGBTQIA+ issues • DHS-related cases • and more.
As a documentary filmmaker turned therapist, storytelling is at the heart of my therapy practice. I specialize in Narrative Therapy (NT), Play Therapy, Addictions Counseling (LAC-I), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Gottman Method for couples to help my clients write their next chapter. I work with a wide variety of clients (Adults, Teens, Children, and Couples) on a range of issues such as • Life Transitions • Addiction • Trauma • ADHD • Relationship Issues • Family Conflict • Parenting • Couples Counseling • OCD • Social Anxiety • Financial Instability • Sex and Kink • LGBTQIA+ issues • DHS-related cases • and more.
(720) 407-4666 View (720) 407-4666
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Thomas Ramey Watson
PhD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80221
Your mind, body, & spirit are important components of a good life. I work with relationships, abuse, bullying, developing a strong and healthy sense of self, sex & gender, & spirituality. Having had a number of experiences with loss and the survival of the soul, I also do lots of grief and hope work over the passing of beloved animals and people. I find that this helps people with anxiety, especially important in our time. I am fully supportive of various orientations and paths to fulfillment, aware of the roles that class, race, and gender play in our lives. Most of all, I want you to find your true self, not a mask imposed on you.
Your mind, body, & spirit are important components of a good life. I work with relationships, abuse, bullying, developing a strong and healthy sense of self, sex & gender, & spirituality. Having had a number of experiences with loss and the survival of the soul, I also do lots of grief and hope work over the passing of beloved animals and people. I find that this helps people with anxiety, especially important in our time. I am fully supportive of various orientations and paths to fulfillment, aware of the roles that class, race, and gender play in our lives. Most of all, I want you to find your true self, not a mask imposed on you.
(720) 358-2853 View (720) 358-2853
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Cassie Grossman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80209  (Online Only)
I'm Cassie (she/they), and I would describe myself as a nurturer who strives to create a therapeutic space in which children, adolescents, and adults can feel safe and seen. I am trained in Art Therapy, as well as Play Therapy (yes, online works too!). I believe the capacity to heal is within us already, and the therapeutic relationship can reminds us of our own strength.
I'm Cassie (she/they), and I would describe myself as a nurturer who strives to create a therapeutic space in which children, adolescents, and adults can feel safe and seen. I am trained in Art Therapy, as well as Play Therapy (yes, online works too!). I believe the capacity to heal is within us already, and the therapeutic relationship can reminds us of our own strength.
(720) 307-3638 View (720) 307-3638
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Rooted Rhythm Therapy and Parent Coaching
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
When working with kiddos, we use play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy methods that allow for a gentle healing process to unfold.
We understand the challenge of knowing that your child is suffering (through symptoms of anxiety, sadness, aggression, defiance and/or low self esteem) but not knowing exactly how to support them. Our team of therapists (based in Denver, Dallas, and Atlanta) support highly sensitive and gifted children, as well as their parents, in addressing patterns that are holding them back from their greatest potential. In addition to having deep understanding of the sensitive child, our therapists are trained to support ADHD, oppositional defiance, post traumatic stress, and attachment trauma. Learn much more on our website: rootedrhythm.com
When working with kiddos, we use play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy methods that allow for a gentle healing process to unfold.
We understand the challenge of knowing that your child is suffering (through symptoms of anxiety, sadness, aggression, defiance and/or low self esteem) but not knowing exactly how to support them. Our team of therapists (based in Denver, Dallas, and Atlanta) support highly sensitive and gifted children, as well as their parents, in addressing patterns that are holding them back from their greatest potential. In addition to having deep understanding of the sensitive child, our therapists are trained to support ADHD, oppositional defiance, post traumatic stress, and attachment trauma. Learn much more on our website: rootedrhythm.com
(720) 903-3639 View (720) 903-3639
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Center for Resilience Strategies
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
Stressed? Anxious? Unresolved trauma? Grief from loss? Relationship issues? Low self-esteem? We're here to help you make big changes in your life. CRS provides accessible, affordable, and effective mental health services for Coloradans. With offices in Denver, Aurora, Westminster, and Wheat Ridge, CRS provides individual counseling for teens and adults, play therapy, couple and marital therapy, and family therapy. We work with multiple insurance companies and offer income-based fees for services, all provided in a private practice clinic setting or via telehealth.
Stressed? Anxious? Unresolved trauma? Grief from loss? Relationship issues? Low self-esteem? We're here to help you make big changes in your life. CRS provides accessible, affordable, and effective mental health services for Coloradans. With offices in Denver, Aurora, Westminster, and Wheat Ridge, CRS provides individual counseling for teens and adults, play therapy, couple and marital therapy, and family therapy. We work with multiple insurance companies and offer income-based fees for services, all provided in a private practice clinic setting or via telehealth.
(720) 734-7069 View (720) 734-7069
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Anne Maxwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80211
They communicate energetically and through their play.
As a play therapist and family therapist, I believe that healing is a family affair, and, I include parents as an integral part of their child's therapy. I specialize in trauma, attachment, adoption, blended families, difficult and severe behaviors, as well as parenting, and issues stemming from any and all of the above. I love working with children and their parents and families. Children seem to have an innate sense of what is going on and what needs to happen in order for healing to occur, and, when they are able to express that and be heard, the whole family can shift and change.
They communicate energetically and through their play.
As a play therapist and family therapist, I believe that healing is a family affair, and, I include parents as an integral part of their child's therapy. I specialize in trauma, attachment, adoption, blended families, difficult and severe behaviors, as well as parenting, and issues stemming from any and all of the above. I love working with children and their parents and families. Children seem to have an innate sense of what is going on and what needs to happen in order for healing to occur, and, when they are able to express that and be heard, the whole family can shift and change.
(303) 900-5872 View (303) 900-5872
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