Play Therapy in Dunwoody, GA
Trenice Morton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dunwoody, GA 30346 (Online Only)
I offer an eclectic approach to counseling, utilizing CBT, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, TF-CBT, TF-IPT, Sandtray Therapy, Play Therapy, Expressive Arts, and solution-focused techniques.
What if you could learn how to thrive under the conditions, circumstances, and situations life has placed you in? What if you could find yourself one day moving beyond the people, traumas, situations, setbacks, losses, mistakes, etc. and could feel as if you were truly thriving in life again? What if you could find a way to thrive not just in the end, but in each part of your healing or recovery process until you feel you've truly overcome the very thing(s) you never thought you could? As your therapist, I'm here to offer you that hope, support, guidance, and encouragement as you navigate through it all.
I offer an eclectic approach to counseling, utilizing CBT, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, TF-CBT, TF-IPT, Sandtray Therapy, Play Therapy, Expressive Arts, and solution-focused techniques.
What if you could learn how to thrive under the conditions, circumstances, and situations life has placed you in? What if you could find yourself one day moving beyond the people, traumas, situations, setbacks, losses, mistakes, etc. and could feel as if you were truly thriving in life again? What if you could find a way to thrive not just in the end, but in each part of your healing or recovery process until you feel you've truly overcome the very thing(s) you never thought you could? As your therapist, I'm here to offer you that hope, support, guidance, and encouragement as you navigate through it all.
Becoming a registered play therapist (RPT) has given me the skills to work with children as young as 5.
PLEASE NOTE: OFFERING BOTH IN-PERSON AND ONLINE SESSIONS. Therapy is an investment of time, energy and money. When done well, the results can be life-changing. Having had decades of experience working with individuals and families in Atlanta, I'm in a unique position to help you discover and implement the solutions you need. Pulling from a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities, I'm able to serve many different clients. I use creative methods to engage clients under 11. Combining experience and specialized training, I can help you work through personal issues and maintain more satisfying family and personal relationships.
Becoming a registered play therapist (RPT) has given me the skills to work with children as young as 5.
PLEASE NOTE: OFFERING BOTH IN-PERSON AND ONLINE SESSIONS. Therapy is an investment of time, energy and money. When done well, the results can be life-changing. Having had decades of experience working with individuals and families in Atlanta, I'm in a unique position to help you discover and implement the solutions you need. Pulling from a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities, I'm able to serve many different clients. I use creative methods to engage clients under 11. Combining experience and specialized training, I can help you work through personal issues and maintain more satisfying family and personal relationships.
Alicia Allison Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dunwoody, GA 30338
I have extensive training in Play Therapy, DBT, ERP for anxiety and OCD as well as specific phobias.
I believe in helping people discover their ability to be resilient and how to live in the present moment. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming with too many expectations from school, work, friends, etc. Anxiety is normal, until it becomes unmanageable and begins to restrict your ability to function in your daily life. I can help you push back on your anxiety and learn to feel better equipped to set boundaries with anxiety.
I have extensive training in Play Therapy, DBT, ERP for anxiety and OCD as well as specific phobias.
I believe in helping people discover their ability to be resilient and how to live in the present moment. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming with too many expectations from school, work, friends, etc. Anxiety is normal, until it becomes unmanageable and begins to restrict your ability to function in your daily life. I can help you push back on your anxiety and learn to feel better equipped to set boundaries with anxiety.
With a Bachelors of Science in Alternative Medicine and a Masters of Science in Counselor Education from East Carolina University, I bring a holistic perspective to the therapeutic process. I have experience in the treatment of depression, anxiety, OCD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, and executive functioning impairments. I provide individual and group therapy to children, adolescents, and adults utilizing tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, "Executive Functioning" skills building, Play Therapy, and Exposure and Response Prevention.
With a Bachelors of Science in Alternative Medicine and a Masters of Science in Counselor Education from East Carolina University, I bring a holistic perspective to the therapeutic process. I have experience in the treatment of depression, anxiety, OCD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, and executive functioning impairments. I provide individual and group therapy to children, adolescents, and adults utilizing tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, "Executive Functioning" skills building, Play Therapy, and Exposure and Response Prevention.
North Star of Georgia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dunwoody, GA 30346
Waitlist for new clients
Play therapy for children to help better understand their own ability to solve problems and find their potential.
From childhood through late adulthood, there are certain times when we may need help addressing problems and issues that cause us emotional distress or make us feel overwhelmed. Together we work towards growth by identifying the issues involved, establishing goals, and becoming increasingly aware of reoccurring patterns that prevent growth. As awareness of one’s fears, perception, desires, and strengths increase, we are able to make successful life changes. Self-awareness by becoming more honest with ourselves can initiate the authenticity that often results in healing, transformation, and fuller life.
Play therapy for children to help better understand their own ability to solve problems and find their potential.
From childhood through late adulthood, there are certain times when we may need help addressing problems and issues that cause us emotional distress or make us feel overwhelmed. Together we work towards growth by identifying the issues involved, establishing goals, and becoming increasingly aware of reoccurring patterns that prevent growth. As awareness of one’s fears, perception, desires, and strengths increase, we are able to make successful life changes. Self-awareness by becoming more honest with ourselves can initiate the authenticity that often results in healing, transformation, and fuller life.
Jennifer Kuck
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdS, LMFT, LPC, CSAT, CPCS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Dunwoody, GA 30338
I am trained as a play and adventure therapist.
I specialize in strengthening couple and family relationships, whether daily challenges or more serious issues involving infidelity, addiction, or betrayal trauma. I work to increase happiness through strengthening, remodeling, or rebuilding relationships. I help clients build communication, conflict resolution, and life skills as well as increasing connection. I work with people across the lifespan, from children to adolescents, to adults, individually or in a relationship. As a play therapist, I am skilled in working with children and adolescents. As a marriage and family therapist, I love to help build couple and family skills.
I am trained as a play and adventure therapist.
I specialize in strengthening couple and family relationships, whether daily challenges or more serious issues involving infidelity, addiction, or betrayal trauma. I work to increase happiness through strengthening, remodeling, or rebuilding relationships. I help clients build communication, conflict resolution, and life skills as well as increasing connection. I work with people across the lifespan, from children to adolescents, to adults, individually or in a relationship. As a play therapist, I am skilled in working with children and adolescents. As a marriage and family therapist, I love to help build couple and family skills.
We also have a Spanish-speaking therapist and play therapy for ages 3 and up.
Counseling Services of Atlanta offers individual, couples, family, and group therapy. We offer therapy and counseling services for both adults and children of all ages including video sessions. We now have 4 male therapists and 20 female therapists! We can treat a wide variety of mental health concerns and sessions are available by phone if needed. We are centrally located to provide services for Marietta, East Cobb, West Cobb, Smyrna, Kennesaw, Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton, Dallas, Douglasville, Hiram, Acworth, Atlanta, Peachtree Corners, Lawrenceville, Alpharetta, Roswell, Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, Duluth, and Tucker areas.
We also have a Spanish-speaking therapist and play therapy for ages 3 and up.
Counseling Services of Atlanta offers individual, couples, family, and group therapy. We offer therapy and counseling services for both adults and children of all ages including video sessions. We now have 4 male therapists and 20 female therapists! We can treat a wide variety of mental health concerns and sessions are available by phone if needed. We are centrally located to provide services for Marietta, East Cobb, West Cobb, Smyrna, Kennesaw, Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton, Dallas, Douglasville, Hiram, Acworth, Atlanta, Peachtree Corners, Lawrenceville, Alpharetta, Roswell, Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, Duluth, and Tucker areas.
Cristiane is particularly skilled at helping women overcome anxiety/panic attacks and using play therapy as a tool to help children.
I’m a therapist who specializes in anxiety and trauma. You would be surprised to learn how many client's emotional struggles are due to a past trauma. I help my clients overcome worries, panic attacks, overthinking, and symptoms related to trauma in order for them reach their goals and grow into the best version of themselves.
Cristiane is particularly skilled at helping women overcome anxiety/panic attacks and using play therapy as a tool to help children.
I’m a therapist who specializes in anxiety and trauma. You would be surprised to learn how many client's emotional struggles are due to a past trauma. I help my clients overcome worries, panic attacks, overthinking, and symptoms related to trauma in order for them reach their goals and grow into the best version of themselves.
I have provided effective therapeutic interventions using techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, child-centered and directive play therapy, and rational self-analysis with a strength-based and person-centered approach.
Are sadness, frustration, insecurity, relationship struggles, stress or a painful past keeping you from happiness, success and satisfaction in your life? Are your own unhelpful thoughts, perspectives and behaviors? I can help. I have enjoyed helping people of various ages, ethic, spiritual, and economic backgrounds and diverse sexual/gender orientations/ presentations live peaceful, effective and successful lives. I hope to join you on your journey of exploration and healing. I even have convenient evening hours!
I have provided effective therapeutic interventions using techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, child-centered and directive play therapy, and rational self-analysis with a strength-based and person-centered approach.
Are sadness, frustration, insecurity, relationship struggles, stress or a painful past keeping you from happiness, success and satisfaction in your life? Are your own unhelpful thoughts, perspectives and behaviors? I can help. I have enjoyed helping people of various ages, ethic, spiritual, and economic backgrounds and diverse sexual/gender orientations/ presentations live peaceful, effective and successful lives. I hope to join you on your journey of exploration and healing. I even have convenient evening hours!
I largely draw from Play Therapy, which allows children to express their emotions, work through trauma, and develop social skills naturally and engagingly.
Does your child struggle to communicate feelings, misunderstand social cues, or manage intense emotions? Is your child impulsive, has trouble completing tasks, or suffers from sensory overload? These challenges can leave them feeling isolated, dampen their self-esteem, and strain their family and peer systems. If you are looking for a compassionate and skilled therapist to navigate the journey of being or feeling different, I am here to help. I specialize in individuals who are navigating the unique challenges associated with developmental differences, such as ADHD and Autism. I run a virtual support group for parents, as well.
I largely draw from Play Therapy, which allows children to express their emotions, work through trauma, and develop social skills naturally and engagingly.
Does your child struggle to communicate feelings, misunderstand social cues, or manage intense emotions? Is your child impulsive, has trouble completing tasks, or suffers from sensory overload? These challenges can leave them feeling isolated, dampen their self-esteem, and strain their family and peer systems. If you are looking for a compassionate and skilled therapist to navigate the journey of being or feeling different, I am here to help. I specialize in individuals who are navigating the unique challenges associated with developmental differences, such as ADHD and Autism. I run a virtual support group for parents, as well.
Dr. Aurélie Weinstein is a Child and Family Therapist. Dr. Weinstein is passionate about helping her clients work through challenging life circumstances which include serious illness, anxiety, traumas, phobias, depression, self-esteem, attachment, and divorce related issues. She applies the best research-based treatments to effectively help her clients. For children, adolescents, and adults who have suffered from trauma, she uses EMDR and Brainspotting and for those with depression and self-esteem issues, she uses DBT treatment. As a Registered Play Therapist, she uses different types of play therapy to help children's challenges.
Dr. Aurélie Weinstein is a Child and Family Therapist. Dr. Weinstein is passionate about helping her clients work through challenging life circumstances which include serious illness, anxiety, traumas, phobias, depression, self-esteem, attachment, and divorce related issues. She applies the best research-based treatments to effectively help her clients. For children, adolescents, and adults who have suffered from trauma, she uses EMDR and Brainspotting and for those with depression and self-esteem issues, she uses DBT treatment. As a Registered Play Therapist, she uses different types of play therapy to help children's challenges.
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Stephanie Looper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30338 (Online Only)
She provides an individualized treatment plan comprised of traditional talk therapy, play therapy, expressive arts therapy and mindfulness techniques.
Stephanie sees clients and families of all ages for a collaborative and holistic therapeutic experience. She practices from a person-centered approach with an emphasis on artistic expression and the therapeutic relationship.
She provides an individualized treatment plan comprised of traditional talk therapy, play therapy, expressive arts therapy and mindfulness techniques.
Stephanie sees clients and families of all ages for a collaborative and holistic therapeutic experience. She practices from a person-centered approach with an emphasis on artistic expression and the therapeutic relationship.
Megan Berounsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Dunwoody, GA 30346
Embark on a transformative journey of self-exploration through curiosity, play, safety, and awareness. With my therapeutic approach that blends Somatic Therapy & Mindfulness, we will uncover your authentic self and natural resilience.
Embark on a transformative journey of self-exploration through curiosity, play, safety, and awareness. With my therapeutic approach that blends Somatic Therapy & Mindfulness, we will uncover your authentic self and natural resilience.
I am trained in trauma resolution, CBT, marital and couples therapy, working with family-of-origin issues, problems with intimacy and play therapy.
Finding the right person to meet your needs can be challenging and I hope you will find the answers to your questions here or by contacting me. Do not hesitate to call me so we can discuss your unique situation. I appreciate you taking the time to learn about my psychology practice and my background. I do psychotherapy with children, adolescents, couples, families, and individual adults who have difficulties in dealing with emotions, behavior, and/or relationships.
I am trained in trauma resolution, CBT, marital and couples therapy, working with family-of-origin issues, problems with intimacy and play therapy.
Finding the right person to meet your needs can be challenging and I hope you will find the answers to your questions here or by contacting me. Do not hesitate to call me so we can discuss your unique situation. I appreciate you taking the time to learn about my psychology practice and my background. I do psychotherapy with children, adolescents, couples, families, and individual adults who have difficulties in dealing with emotions, behavior, and/or relationships.
I specialize in anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, and autism spectrum disorder across all age groups. By utilizing evidence-based interventions tailored to each client's specific needs, I collaborate with children, teens, and adults to develop practical strategies for managing anxiety, regulating emotions, improving executive function skills, overcoming life challenges, and enhancing social connections. Additionally, I am trained in case management.
I specialize in anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, and autism spectrum disorder across all age groups. By utilizing evidence-based interventions tailored to each client's specific needs, I collaborate with children, teens, and adults to develop practical strategies for managing anxiety, regulating emotions, improving executive function skills, overcoming life challenges, and enhancing social connections. Additionally, I am trained in case management.
I am an experienced and dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor an Marriage and Family Therapist with over thirty years of experience. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I also supervise and train other counselors who are working towards their licensure.
I am an experienced and dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor an Marriage and Family Therapist with over thirty years of experience. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I also supervise and train other counselors who are working towards their licensure.
Marnie Ellis Fulton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CPRP, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dunwoody, GA 30338
I'm passionate about working collaboratively with all of my clients, especially: clients of all ages with autoimmune, other chronic or potential life-limiting illness; teens/college students and parents with concerns related to academic and/or behavioral issues and in strengthening relationships; clients with mood, anxiety and addiction issues; clients with grief and loss issues and clients contemplating separation and/or divorce. I can objectively mediate a separation or divorce to each parties satisfaction.
I'm passionate about working collaboratively with all of my clients, especially: clients of all ages with autoimmune, other chronic or potential life-limiting illness; teens/college students and parents with concerns related to academic and/or behavioral issues and in strengthening relationships; clients with mood, anxiety and addiction issues; clients with grief and loss issues and clients contemplating separation and/or divorce. I can objectively mediate a separation or divorce to each parties satisfaction.
Michelle McEwen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30346
Waitlist for new clients
I look forward to working alongside you on your personal goals whether it be coping better with anxiety or depression, setting better boundaries with your friends and family, or supporting along your grief journey. I have experience in several areas including: foster children, foster/adoptive parents, sexual assault survivors, medically fragile children and their caregivers, and individuals at end of life. I am newly offering groups at an affordable private pay rate (women's anxiety and aging wellness groups).
I look forward to working alongside you on your personal goals whether it be coping better with anxiety or depression, setting better boundaries with your friends and family, or supporting along your grief journey. I have experience in several areas including: foster children, foster/adoptive parents, sexual assault survivors, medically fragile children and their caregivers, and individuals at end of life. I am newly offering groups at an affordable private pay rate (women's anxiety and aging wellness groups).
Crystal Favre, LPC has helped hundreds of children, adolescents, adults and families recover, grow and take control of their lives. Sometimes all people need is the first step of recovering and finding balance. Others have goals they're struggling to reach because of obstacles in their way. In each case, Crystal takes a compassionate, patient approach to help each individual/family work out the steps they need to progress toward their goals regardless of the situation.
Crystal Favre, LPC has helped hundreds of children, adolescents, adults and families recover, grow and take control of their lives. Sometimes all people need is the first step of recovering and finding balance. Others have goals they're struggling to reach because of obstacles in their way. In each case, Crystal takes a compassionate, patient approach to help each individual/family work out the steps they need to progress toward their goals regardless of the situation.
Crystal Douglas
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, ST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dunwoody, GA 30346
Waitlist for new clients
You have the power to write the next chapter of your story. It is never too late to start a new beginning. Today can be the day you turn the page and create the next chapter of your life. Life isn’t always easy and it has a way of testing us when we least expect it. It can make us feel like giving up or have thoughts that we are not good or strong enough. It takes courage and strength to ask for help or acknowledge that change needs to happen. Working through the most difficult challenges with support, can not only help you overcome them but also equip you with the necessary skills to handle future challenges more effectively.
You have the power to write the next chapter of your story. It is never too late to start a new beginning. Today can be the day you turn the page and create the next chapter of your life. Life isn’t always easy and it has a way of testing us when we least expect it. It can make us feel like giving up or have thoughts that we are not good or strong enough. It takes courage and strength to ask for help or acknowledge that change needs to happen. Working through the most difficult challenges with support, can not only help you overcome them but also equip you with the necessary skills to handle future challenges more effectively.
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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.