Play Therapy in Palm Bay, FL
Salix Behavioral and Wellness Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palm Bay, FL 32905
Our therapists incorporate CBT, DBT, Mindfulness skills, Art and Play therapy among other interventions to help you gain effective coping strategies for life's challenges, improved relationships and communication skills and enhance self-awareness and confidence.
Take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow. Do you have a child with ASD or ADHD who struggles with depression or anxiety? Are you struggling with trauma, PTSD, grief, stress related issues, family problems, relationship issues or feeling stuck in life? Our therapists provide a safe and non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences. We individualize treatment to client's specific needs, helping you gain clarity and understanding of yourself and your goals.
Our therapists incorporate CBT, DBT, Mindfulness skills, Art and Play therapy among other interventions to help you gain effective coping strategies for life's challenges, improved relationships and communication skills and enhance self-awareness and confidence.
Take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow. Do you have a child with ASD or ADHD who struggles with depression or anxiety? Are you struggling with trauma, PTSD, grief, stress related issues, family problems, relationship issues or feeling stuck in life? Our therapists provide a safe and non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences. We individualize treatment to client's specific needs, helping you gain clarity and understanding of yourself and your goals.
Cassie Norsworthy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Palm Bay, FL 32905
Waitlist for new clients
The therapy modalities I most often utilize are cognitive behavioral, solution focused, trauma focused, mindfulness based, strengths based, and play therapies.
Hello! Are you wanting to feel better? Or maybe your child or teen is having some difficulties and could use someone outside of the family to talk with. I am here to help! I work with individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and beliefs. My areas of expertise include grief and loss, emotional regulation, behavior management, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem, ADHD and autism spectrum disorders. Prior to my current role, my professional experience includes 5 years of child and adolescent therapy and 3 years of grief counseling with adults and seniors.
The therapy modalities I most often utilize are cognitive behavioral, solution focused, trauma focused, mindfulness based, strengths based, and play therapies.
Hello! Are you wanting to feel better? Or maybe your child or teen is having some difficulties and could use someone outside of the family to talk with. I am here to help! I work with individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and beliefs. My areas of expertise include grief and loss, emotional regulation, behavior management, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem, ADHD and autism spectrum disorders. Prior to my current role, my professional experience includes 5 years of child and adolescent therapy and 3 years of grief counseling with adults and seniors.
Dr. Sharmaine Wilder
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Palm Bay, FL 32905 (Online Only)
Has life left you feeling lifeless? Are you feeling overwhelmed, confused and don't know where to go or what to do? We understand. Here at Healing Hearts Counseling Services, we are able to help support you through various life stages and transitions. In a world of confusion, disappointments, and despair, it's good to know there's somewhere to turn to for help and care. We will help provide you with the necessary tools and resources needed to thrive and enjoy a meaningful life.
Has life left you feeling lifeless? Are you feeling overwhelmed, confused and don't know where to go or what to do? We understand. Here at Healing Hearts Counseling Services, we are able to help support you through various life stages and transitions. In a world of confusion, disappointments, and despair, it's good to know there's somewhere to turn to for help and care. We will help provide you with the necessary tools and resources needed to thrive and enjoy a meaningful life.
We are positive thinking, forward moving team and we believe one should never give up hope. This is our philosophy and we practice what we preach. It is proven fact that once a person starts to think positive and push a little harder, things start to happen. So please never give up. If you are finding it hard to make things work and bring about a positive change in your life, we can give you some tools to turn things around.
We are positive thinking, forward moving team and we believe one should never give up hope. This is our philosophy and we practice what we preach. It is proven fact that once a person starts to think positive and push a little harder, things start to happen. So please never give up. If you are finding it hard to make things work and bring about a positive change in your life, we can give you some tools to turn things around.
Hello! I am currently accepting new clients for telehealth sessions. I currently work with adults, adolescents, preteens, and partners who want to embark on a journey of self-exploration, improve mood and behavior regulation, recover from substance misuse, increase self-worth and coping skills, and heal from trauma. I currently use the following therapeutic modalities: cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT - informed individual therapy and skills development, motivational interviewing, substance use disorder treatment, supportive and solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, bibliotherapy, and narrative therapy.
Hello! I am currently accepting new clients for telehealth sessions. I currently work with adults, adolescents, preteens, and partners who want to embark on a journey of self-exploration, improve mood and behavior regulation, recover from substance misuse, increase self-worth and coping skills, and heal from trauma. I currently use the following therapeutic modalities: cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT - informed individual therapy and skills development, motivational interviewing, substance use disorder treatment, supportive and solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, bibliotherapy, and narrative therapy.
Marie Aleman is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about integrating psychology and Catholic-Christian anthropology in order to restore hope and healing to suffering individuals. Marie uses a combination of emotionally-focused, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and interpersonal techniques in order to meet the particular needs of each client. Mrs. Alemán’s therapy is informed by her Christian faith, her educational training, and her personal experience as a wife and mother. Marie works to heal clients through individual, parent-child, family, or couple counseling formats.
Marie Aleman is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about integrating psychology and Catholic-Christian anthropology in order to restore hope and healing to suffering individuals. Marie uses a combination of emotionally-focused, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and interpersonal techniques in order to meet the particular needs of each client. Mrs. Alemán’s therapy is informed by her Christian faith, her educational training, and her personal experience as a wife and mother. Marie works to heal clients through individual, parent-child, family, or couple counseling formats.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 12 years of clinical experience in various settings including inpatient residential, therapeutic foster care, community outpatient, and community crisis response. I specialize in working with children and adolescents with anxiety, depression, ADHD, oppositional behaviors, as well as various other diagnoses. I also work with adults who struggle with depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, relationship issues, and divorce recovery. I have been trained in EMDR, Trauma Focused CBT, and the Parenting with Love and Limits program.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 12 years of clinical experience in various settings including inpatient residential, therapeutic foster care, community outpatient, and community crisis response. I specialize in working with children and adolescents with anxiety, depression, ADHD, oppositional behaviors, as well as various other diagnoses. I also work with adults who struggle with depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, relationship issues, and divorce recovery. I have been trained in EMDR, Trauma Focused CBT, and the Parenting with Love and Limits program.
It takes a lot of courage to admit you need help, but it's the first step. Can't seem to find joy in your life? Feeling overwhelmed or chronically anxious? Feeling stigmatized, broken, unstable, different, or pessimistic about life? Allow me to help you or your child learn new tools to navigate distress and chronic stress in life. I'm trained to address sudden stressors, chronic stress, and prior traumas that continue to emotionally paralyze one years after the event, through talk therapy, DBT, activity therapy or EMDR. Let me help you learn new tools and strategies to reduce your symptoms, grow as a person, and find happiness.
It takes a lot of courage to admit you need help, but it's the first step. Can't seem to find joy in your life? Feeling overwhelmed or chronically anxious? Feeling stigmatized, broken, unstable, different, or pessimistic about life? Allow me to help you or your child learn new tools to navigate distress and chronic stress in life. I'm trained to address sudden stressors, chronic stress, and prior traumas that continue to emotionally paralyze one years after the event, through talk therapy, DBT, activity therapy or EMDR. Let me help you learn new tools and strategies to reduce your symptoms, grow as a person, and find happiness.
Alyssa Buchanan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Palm Bay, FL 32907
Not accepting new clients
**I am currently not accepting new clients; however, other providers are available at Skylight Counseling Services.** I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in providing professional, loving care and guidance to children, teenagers, individuals and families. I enjoy helping children and adults find their inner strengths to overcome life's burdens and challenges.
**I am currently not accepting new clients; however, other providers are available at Skylight Counseling Services.** I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in providing professional, loving care and guidance to children, teenagers, individuals and families. I enjoy helping children and adults find their inner strengths to overcome life's burdens and challenges.
Christiane Dieckman
Counselor, MA, LMHC, QS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Palm Bay, FL 32905
Not accepting new clients
*I am currently unable to accommodate new clients, however other providers are available at Pathways Counseling Center 321-622-6710* I have a passion for building on the strengths of individuals and walking alongside clients to help restore peace and hope. We each have the solutions to our own struggles, but at times need support and new tools to unwind the tangles of life's experiences and regain joy in the journey.
*I am currently unable to accommodate new clients, however other providers are available at Pathways Counseling Center 321-622-6710* I have a passion for building on the strengths of individuals and walking alongside clients to help restore peace and hope. We each have the solutions to our own struggles, but at times need support and new tools to unwind the tangles of life's experiences and regain joy in the journey.
Alan P. Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Palm Bay, FL 32905 (Online Only)
I have worked over 33 years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with clients of all ages. Working extensively with individuals, couples, and their families addressing a variety of issues including but not limited to: ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, divorce and serious mental health diagnoses. My commitment as a therapist has always been to achieve results in a safe environment for all my clients. My passion has been helping people becoming clear in what they want in life and realizing their potential.
I have worked over 33 years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with clients of all ages. Working extensively with individuals, couples, and their families addressing a variety of issues including but not limited to: ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, divorce and serious mental health diagnoses. My commitment as a therapist has always been to achieve results in a safe environment for all my clients. My passion has been helping people becoming clear in what they want in life and realizing their potential.
Inspiring Hope Counseling Services, LLC
Counselor, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Bay, FL 32906
Are life's transitions and stress feeling overwhelming? Does daily anxiety, sadness, or stress feel like a struggle? Are you adjusting to having a blended family? Is co-parenting not going as smoothly as desired? Has divorce/separation or a breakup shaken up your life? Are you seeing challenging behavior changes in your children? As a result of working with me families improve their co-parent and blended family relationships, parent-child relationships strengthen and the anxiety, stress and depression experienced due to life transitions subsides.
Are life's transitions and stress feeling overwhelming? Does daily anxiety, sadness, or stress feel like a struggle? Are you adjusting to having a blended family? Is co-parenting not going as smoothly as desired? Has divorce/separation or a breakup shaken up your life? Are you seeing challenging behavior changes in your children? As a result of working with me families improve their co-parent and blended family relationships, parent-child relationships strengthen and the anxiety, stress and depression experienced due to life transitions subsides.
Hi! I have experience with a variety of issues ranging from depressive symptoms, anxiety, inattentiveness, grief, irritability, psychotic symptoms, domestic violence, etc. I will assess your situation and create a treatment plan that will best fit your needs. I utilize various treatment modalities from cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solutions-focused therapy, etc to decrease negative symptoms and improve your quality of life. I offer in home services as well as Telehealth options. I offer private-pay as well as accept various insurances through my contracting with Positive Behavioral Solutions.
Hi! I have experience with a variety of issues ranging from depressive symptoms, anxiety, inattentiveness, grief, irritability, psychotic symptoms, domestic violence, etc. I will assess your situation and create a treatment plan that will best fit your needs. I utilize various treatment modalities from cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solutions-focused therapy, etc to decrease negative symptoms and improve your quality of life. I offer in home services as well as Telehealth options. I offer private-pay as well as accept various insurances through my contracting with Positive Behavioral Solutions.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and families. I have a passion for people and consider it a great privilege to serve my community by addressing the mental health needs of individuals from all walks of life.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and families. I have a passion for people and consider it a great privilege to serve my community by addressing the mental health needs of individuals from all walks of life.
Kimberly Mehl
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, NCC, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Bay, FL 32905
Life comes with an array of challenges and building resilience is the key to navigating these stressors. I work with individuals, couples, and children to help build healthy coping skills, a strong self-esteem, and skills to assist with success in life. Using many strategies, I focus on strengths and current issues while helping you find happiness through various techniques, interventions, and fun activities while providing a safe space for you to feel comfortable sharing your personal stories and struggles.
Life comes with an array of challenges and building resilience is the key to navigating these stressors. I work with individuals, couples, and children to help build healthy coping skills, a strong self-esteem, and skills to assist with success in life. Using many strategies, I focus on strengths and current issues while helping you find happiness through various techniques, interventions, and fun activities while providing a safe space for you to feel comfortable sharing your personal stories and struggles.
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Janae Gardner
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, RMHCI, LPCC
Verified Verified
Indialantic, FL 32903
Her treatment approaches incorporate Brainspotting, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Play and Art Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Welcome! Janae Gardner is a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern. She feels every human deserves the opportunity to process, heal, grow, and live their best life. Her counseling style is best described as non-judgmental, supportive, empathetic, and authentic. She helps clients manage behavior and learn how to identify and process emotions in a healthy way. She is passionate about supporting your journey in life and personal growth. Janae enjoys working with adolescents, young adults, and adults.
Her treatment approaches incorporate Brainspotting, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Play and Art Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Welcome! Janae Gardner is a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern. She feels every human deserves the opportunity to process, heal, grow, and live their best life. Her counseling style is best described as non-judgmental, supportive, empathetic, and authentic. She helps clients manage behavior and learn how to identify and process emotions in a healthy way. She is passionate about supporting your journey in life and personal growth. Janae enjoys working with adolescents, young adults, and adults.
I incorporate several techniques including person-centered, cognitive behavioral (CBT), play/art therapy, solution focused, and mindfulness to help you feel more compassionate toward yourself and others.
Life can be difficult, unfair, and unpredictable. Sometimes we find ourselves feeling lost, overwhelmed, anxious or having difficulty facing life transitions. Everyone needs a little support once in a while. You do not have to face your challenges alone. Together, we can find a way to make new meaning of your life; change behaviors that leave you feeling disconnected, lost or alone; and focus on your personal strengths and goals. I will work alongside you to help you understand yourself better and learn new ways of thinking about your life and yourself.
I incorporate several techniques including person-centered, cognitive behavioral (CBT), play/art therapy, solution focused, and mindfulness to help you feel more compassionate toward yourself and others.
Life can be difficult, unfair, and unpredictable. Sometimes we find ourselves feeling lost, overwhelmed, anxious or having difficulty facing life transitions. Everyone needs a little support once in a while. You do not have to face your challenges alone. Together, we can find a way to make new meaning of your life; change behaviors that leave you feeling disconnected, lost or alone; and focus on your personal strengths and goals. I will work alongside you to help you understand yourself better and learn new ways of thinking about your life and yourself.
Kimberly Hintz
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, ITDS , CHT, LMHC-I
Verified Verified
Melbourne, FL 32901
Kimberly specializes in working with children, teens, and women covering a variety of issues. ADHD, Trauma, Anxiety, and Womens are just a few areas she specializes in. Kimberly is a Neurodiversity Affirmating therapist that believes treatment should be centered on a client's strengths, not their weaknesses. Kimberly's approach is to serve client needs through a holistic and client centered approach that fosters hope and recovery. Kimberly utilizes evidenced-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused behavior therapy, play therapy, EMDR, and EFT (tapping), hypnotherapy, and brainspotting.
Kimberly specializes in working with children, teens, and women covering a variety of issues. ADHD, Trauma, Anxiety, and Womens are just a few areas she specializes in. Kimberly is a Neurodiversity Affirmating therapist that believes treatment should be centered on a client's strengths, not their weaknesses. Kimberly's approach is to serve client needs through a holistic and client centered approach that fosters hope and recovery. Kimberly utilizes evidenced-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused behavior therapy, play therapy, EMDR, and EFT (tapping), hypnotherapy, and brainspotting.
Karen Scalio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Melbourne, FL 32904
To build a working relationship that best meets my client's goals, I use a variety of integrated approaches including play therapy, sand tray therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, relaxation and other creative therapy techniques.
I have experience working with children, adolescents and their families. I am passionate about helping young people thrive. I like to challenge my clients to find their inner strength by helping them to develop effective coping skills. I like to engage my clients with creative interactions; this fosters trust and reinforces the practice of their skills. I believe development of one's strengths will create a lasting healing effect.
To build a working relationship that best meets my client's goals, I use a variety of integrated approaches including play therapy, sand tray therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, relaxation and other creative therapy techniques.
I have experience working with children, adolescents and their families. I am passionate about helping young people thrive. I like to challenge my clients to find their inner strength by helping them to develop effective coping skills. I like to engage my clients with creative interactions; this fosters trust and reinforces the practice of their skills. I believe development of one's strengths will create a lasting healing effect.
Mary is a board-certified licensed mental health counselor in Florida as well as a board-certified licensed professional counselor in Michigan. With close to 20 years of experience, Mary can assist you in overcoming many of the life challenges we all face. Her eclectic approach to therapy is very relaxed, non-judgmental, and respectful. Mary’s education and professional background in both mind and body provide a unique and effective therapeutic experience. She is sensitive to your needs as well as your past and present life experiences.
Mary is a board-certified licensed mental health counselor in Florida as well as a board-certified licensed professional counselor in Michigan. With close to 20 years of experience, Mary can assist you in overcoming many of the life challenges we all face. Her eclectic approach to therapy is very relaxed, non-judgmental, and respectful. Mary’s education and professional background in both mind and body provide a unique and effective therapeutic experience. She is sensitive to your needs as well as your past and present life experiences.
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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.