Play Therapy in Saint Marys County, MD
Serenity Place, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Leonardtown, MD 20650
If you feel like the world's weight is on your shoulders, and the burden has become too heavy to carry, we can assist you. We have experience working with various populations but focus on family issues, marriage and family issues, as well as grief, bereavement, and trauma. The backpack of life may seem too heavy or bulky to carry alone. Allow us to assist you in repacking your bag to allow you to carry it better through life. View our photos to meet our clinicians! We can see clients in person or via telehealth. Although our physical location is in southern Maryland, we can see clients throughout the state through telehealth!
If you feel like the world's weight is on your shoulders, and the burden has become too heavy to carry, we can assist you. We have experience working with various populations but focus on family issues, marriage and family issues, as well as grief, bereavement, and trauma. The backpack of life may seem too heavy or bulky to carry alone. Allow us to assist you in repacking your bag to allow you to carry it better through life. View our photos to meet our clinicians! We can see clients in person or via telehealth. Although our physical location is in southern Maryland, we can see clients throughout the state through telehealth!
Sydney Armitage
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington Park, MD 20653
Waitlist for new clients
Thank you for making the choice to seek help. I know how hard it can be and would be honored to be a part of this next step. Life brings us a lot of changes and challenges that may be difficult to navigate. Perhaps you need help understanding how to cope with your anxiety in certain situations or daily life. Maybe you’re going through a difficult transition. Or maybe something just feels off, and you want to explore what you’re experiencing in a safe place. My hope is that therapy will take you from a place of distress to a place of believing in your strengths and being kind to yourself.
Thank you for making the choice to seek help. I know how hard it can be and would be honored to be a part of this next step. Life brings us a lot of changes and challenges that may be difficult to navigate. Perhaps you need help understanding how to cope with your anxiety in certain situations or daily life. Maybe you’re going through a difficult transition. Or maybe something just feels off, and you want to explore what you’re experiencing in a safe place. My hope is that therapy will take you from a place of distress to a place of believing in your strengths and being kind to yourself.
Jaime Winner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Charlotte Hall, MD 20622
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed social worker who provides professional counseling/therapy services to individuals, couples, and families. I have been working in the human services field for over 24 years in various roles and capacities, and I have been working in the mental health field for over 13 years. I received my Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Florida State University and my Master's Degree in Social Work from Salisbury University.
I am a licensed social worker who provides professional counseling/therapy services to individuals, couples, and families. I have been working in the human services field for over 24 years in various roles and capacities, and I have been working in the mental health field for over 13 years. I received my Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Florida State University and my Master's Degree in Social Work from Salisbury University.
S.J. Woodward Psychotherapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Leonardtown, MD 20650
Waitlist for new clients
I appreciate you taking this courageous step in order to create a better life for yourself. I will partner with you or your child to navigate stressful life changes, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, trauma and more. I can start teaching you how to feel better in your first session. Parents - I will work with you and your child as a team to equip them with the tools they need to thrive at school, home and socially.
I appreciate you taking this courageous step in order to create a better life for yourself. I will partner with you or your child to navigate stressful life changes, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, trauma and more. I can start teaching you how to feel better in your first session. Parents - I will work with you and your child as a team to equip them with the tools they need to thrive at school, home and socially.
Mackensey K Kubina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington Park, MD 20653
Everyone has strengths and therapy can be utilized as a tool to further develop those strengths in addition to building new strengths. My goal is to provide a safe space for exploring feelings, resolving issues, personal growth, and rebuilding relationships. Therapy is a partnership we will enter in together to best support your individual or family needs. The ideal client is one who is ready to take the first step in this partnership with an open mind and heart. It is not an easy task, but the rewards of focusing on your personal journey and growth are great.
Everyone has strengths and therapy can be utilized as a tool to further develop those strengths in addition to building new strengths. My goal is to provide a safe space for exploring feelings, resolving issues, personal growth, and rebuilding relationships. Therapy is a partnership we will enter in together to best support your individual or family needs. The ideal client is one who is ready to take the first step in this partnership with an open mind and heart. It is not an easy task, but the rewards of focusing on your personal journey and growth are great.
Throughout her career, Katie has worked diligently with children and adolescents in both public and private agency settings. She possesses a wealth of experience in assisting children with autism spectrum disorders in developing adaptive and social skills. Additionally, she has provided individual counseling to children and adolescents, addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including obsessive-compulsive disorder, body-focused repetitive behaviors, eating disorders, tic disorders, and various other challenges.
Throughout her career, Katie has worked diligently with children and adolescents in both public and private agency settings. She possesses a wealth of experience in assisting children with autism spectrum disorders in developing adaptive and social skills. Additionally, she has provided individual counseling to children and adolescents, addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including obsessive-compulsive disorder, body-focused repetitive behaviors, eating disorders, tic disorders, and various other challenges.
Gersende Schleicher
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Leonardtown, MD 20650
Are you a teen who feels like no one understands? Are you a person who needs help in coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, or family issues? Are you having trouble adjusting to a transition in life such as divorce or a new job? Life can be difficult and I'm here to help you cope with life's struggles without feeling alone.
Are you a teen who feels like no one understands? Are you a person who needs help in coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, or family issues? Are you having trouble adjusting to a transition in life such as divorce or a new job? Life can be difficult and I'm here to help you cope with life's struggles without feeling alone.
Julie Devine
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MA
Verified Verified
Lexington Park, MD 20653
Are you looking for help for depression, anxiety, trauma, family or parenting issues? I can help. I treat children, teenagers, and adults. I work with individuals and families. Groups can be formed when the need arises. My unique and effective type of therapy can be helpful to many different issues.
Are you looking for help for depression, anxiety, trauma, family or parenting issues? I can help. I treat children, teenagers, and adults. I work with individuals and families. Groups can be formed when the need arises. My unique and effective type of therapy can be helpful to many different issues.
Carolyn McElroy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Hollywood, MD 20636 (Online Only)
My style is warm, relaxed and compassionate. I aim to create a relationship which facilitates growth through collaboration, respect, and gentle challenge. I am passionate about helping women recover and heal.
My style is warm, relaxed and compassionate. I aim to create a relationship which facilitates growth through collaboration, respect, and gentle challenge. I am passionate about helping women recover and heal.
Amanda J Enright
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leonardtown, MD 20650
I'm so glad that you took the step to find a therapist to help you in your struggles! Life can be hectic and overwhelming and when you're struggling with issues such as depression, anxiety, separation/divorce, issues with your children, issues with being a teenager, etc., the overwhelming feelings can get to be too much. I'm here to let you know that there is help in dealing with these struggles and you don't have to continue to carry these issues alone. I encourage you to call me for a free phone consultation.
I'm so glad that you took the step to find a therapist to help you in your struggles! Life can be hectic and overwhelming and when you're struggling with issues such as depression, anxiety, separation/divorce, issues with your children, issues with being a teenager, etc., the overwhelming feelings can get to be too much. I'm here to let you know that there is help in dealing with these struggles and you don't have to continue to carry these issues alone. I encourage you to call me for a free phone consultation.
Hope and Healing Therapy and Wellness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCPC, PsyD, LMSW
Verified Verified
Leonardtown, MD 20650
We have immediate openings for private pay clients. Feeling ashamed, lost, afraid, alone? Reliving terrifying moments? Wondering when the dreams will stop? No matter what the road of life has put in your way, there is hope for recovery. By telling your story and learning skills for coping with life you can build hope and strength and finding healing. Our providers include: Jennifer Voorhaar, LCSW-C, Anastasia Newberry, LCSW-C, Meredith Drumm, LCPC, Alison Thir, PsyD, Kristen Wilson, LCSW-C, Erica Cavin, LCSW-C, Sara Smith, LCPC, Alexes Boutin, LMSW, Glori VanBrunt, LCPC, Anna Guy, LMSW.
We have immediate openings for private pay clients. Feeling ashamed, lost, afraid, alone? Reliving terrifying moments? Wondering when the dreams will stop? No matter what the road of life has put in your way, there is hope for recovery. By telling your story and learning skills for coping with life you can build hope and strength and finding healing. Our providers include: Jennifer Voorhaar, LCSW-C, Anastasia Newberry, LCSW-C, Meredith Drumm, LCPC, Alison Thir, PsyD, Kristen Wilson, LCSW-C, Erica Cavin, LCSW-C, Sara Smith, LCPC, Alexes Boutin, LMSW, Glori VanBrunt, LCPC, Anna Guy, LMSW.
Everyone has a story to tell and should be given the opportunity to tell their story, while being afforded a non-judgmental ear to listen. My philosophy is, by telling your story, this marks the start of healing the mind and heart. My experience includes focusing on the main issues of Anger, Depression, Neglect, Bullying, ODD, and Substance Abuse. I provide psychotherapy sessions to clients that are dealing with various diagnosis (Anxiety, ADHD, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Substance Abuse). I facilitate group sessions, dealing with Trauma, Grief/Loss, Coping skills and Co-Occurring Disorders.
Everyone has a story to tell and should be given the opportunity to tell their story, while being afforded a non-judgmental ear to listen. My philosophy is, by telling your story, this marks the start of healing the mind and heart. My experience includes focusing on the main issues of Anger, Depression, Neglect, Bullying, ODD, and Substance Abuse. I provide psychotherapy sessions to clients that are dealing with various diagnosis (Anxiety, ADHD, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Substance Abuse). I facilitate group sessions, dealing with Trauma, Grief/Loss, Coping skills and Co-Occurring Disorders.
Phylicia Wooten
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
I believe that we learn unhealthy and unproductive ways of thinking that can lead to feelings and behaviors that are detrimental to the fullness of our lives. However, just as we learned to live this way, we can also teach ourselves to live healthy and more fulfilling lives. Through an of exploration of patterns and a CBT approach toward change, I move with clients towards a deeper understanding of current challenges in order to affect change in their lives. I provide an open and non-judgmental space for in-depth discussion of needs and special exploration of strengths and hopes to move towards a healthy and productive life.
I believe that we learn unhealthy and unproductive ways of thinking that can lead to feelings and behaviors that are detrimental to the fullness of our lives. However, just as we learned to live this way, we can also teach ourselves to live healthy and more fulfilling lives. Through an of exploration of patterns and a CBT approach toward change, I move with clients towards a deeper understanding of current challenges in order to affect change in their lives. I provide an open and non-judgmental space for in-depth discussion of needs and special exploration of strengths and hopes to move towards a healthy and productive life.
Online Therapists
Our therapeutic staff brings a wealth of knowledge and experience with various treatment modalities such as, but not limited to, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic therapy, Solution-focused therapy, Reality Therapy, Rogerian therapy, Play therapy and other approaches.
BTConcepts is a group private, practice located in Anne Arundel County. We believe that every client, regardless of age, ethnicity/race, religion/spirituality, clinical presentation, or any cultural difference deserves to heard, respected and understood. At BTConcepts, we strive to uphold therapeutic values such as empathy, genuineness and respect, in the work that we do with our clients. As our client, we want you to feel a part of your therapeutic journey and empowered to continue the work once therapy has ended. It is important that you recognize that "YOU" are the pilot behind the wheel called life, and that we are your co-pilot! If you are stuck? Searching for answers? Desiring clarity? We can help!
Our therapeutic staff brings a wealth of knowledge and experience with various treatment modalities such as, but not limited to, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic therapy, Solution-focused therapy, Reality Therapy, Rogerian therapy, Play therapy and other approaches.
BTConcepts is a group private, practice located in Anne Arundel County. We believe that every client, regardless of age, ethnicity/race, religion/spirituality, clinical presentation, or any cultural difference deserves to heard, respected and understood. At BTConcepts, we strive to uphold therapeutic values such as empathy, genuineness and respect, in the work that we do with our clients. As our client, we want you to feel a part of your therapeutic journey and empowered to continue the work once therapy has ended. It is important that you recognize that "YOU" are the pilot behind the wheel called life, and that we are your co-pilot! If you are stuck? Searching for answers? Desiring clarity? We can help!
Olivia Smith-Elnaggar Mitsos
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Crofton, MD 21114
She has accumulated 7 years of therapy with children, teens, adults, and their families, incorporating applied behavior analysis, cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, and family therapy to help with mood disorders, developmental disorders, PTSD, and family dysfunction.
No one is an island. While we often feel alone when struggling with our mental health, treatment and support need to take into account the many ways in which we are linked to others. This is especially the case for children and those of us belonging to minority, immigrant, LGBTQ+, and religious communities. Whether you are trying to figure out who you are, what you want, or how to cope, it helps to be seen as a whole person in the context of your history, communities, identities, and beliefs. Olivia is trained in family systems, play therapy, and CBT approaches, integrating these contexts to see and support the real you.
She has accumulated 7 years of therapy with children, teens, adults, and their families, incorporating applied behavior analysis, cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, and family therapy to help with mood disorders, developmental disorders, PTSD, and family dysfunction.
No one is an island. While we often feel alone when struggling with our mental health, treatment and support need to take into account the many ways in which we are linked to others. This is especially the case for children and those of us belonging to minority, immigrant, LGBTQ+, and religious communities. Whether you are trying to figure out who you are, what you want, or how to cope, it helps to be seen as a whole person in the context of your history, communities, identities, and beliefs. Olivia is trained in family systems, play therapy, and CBT approaches, integrating these contexts to see and support the real you.
I also incorporate mindfulness-based activities, as well as play and art therapy techniques.
I have worked with kids, teens, and young adults in a variety of settings including schools, private practice, residential settings, and therapeutic camps. I have a strong background and deep passion for working with neurodivergent children, adolescents, and their families impacted by trauma. Whether you or your child need support processing traumatic experiences, making sense of what happened, managing and understanding strong emotions, or navigating social challenges, I am here to help guide you through your therapeutic journey.
I also incorporate mindfulness-based activities, as well as play and art therapy techniques.
I have worked with kids, teens, and young adults in a variety of settings including schools, private practice, residential settings, and therapeutic camps. I have a strong background and deep passion for working with neurodivergent children, adolescents, and their families impacted by trauma. Whether you or your child need support processing traumatic experiences, making sense of what happened, managing and understanding strong emotions, or navigating social challenges, I am here to help guide you through your therapeutic journey.
My training includes: child-centered and integrative play, sand tray, expressive arts, nature-based, animal-assisted, and faith-based.
I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship! Using a strengths-based approach, I collaborate with my clients in a warm, empathetic, and meaningful way to help them process, heal, and smile. Finding joy is possible and encouraged!
My training includes: child-centered and integrative play, sand tray, expressive arts, nature-based, animal-assisted, and faith-based.
I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship! Using a strengths-based approach, I collaborate with my clients in a warm, empathetic, and meaningful way to help them process, heal, and smile. Finding joy is possible and encouraged!
I completed a postdoctoral program in neuropsychology and have advanced training in cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and children with sexual behavior problems.
Making the decision to help a child or teen who is struggling academically, behaviorally, socially and/or emotionally may be the most important decision you make. I see each child/teen as a puzzle. Sometimes the pieces fit together perfectly and other times it is necessary to work really hard to find the right piece to complete the puzzle. I use a variety of techniques - play therapy, sand therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy. I believe that a child is part of a larger system, including parents, siblings, and schools. I strive to work with all aspects of a child's world.
I completed a postdoctoral program in neuropsychology and have advanced training in cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and children with sexual behavior problems.
Making the decision to help a child or teen who is struggling academically, behaviorally, socially and/or emotionally may be the most important decision you make. I see each child/teen as a puzzle. Sometimes the pieces fit together perfectly and other times it is necessary to work really hard to find the right piece to complete the puzzle. I use a variety of techniques - play therapy, sand therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy. I believe that a child is part of a larger system, including parents, siblings, and schools. I strive to work with all aspects of a child's world.
I use child centered play therapy with young children, which is a very different experience than therapy for adults.
I'm passionate about giving people the space and skills to find relief and meaning in their lives. I would describe my approach as warm, person-centered, and practical. I work frequently with two different populations: young adults and children. With young adults, we work on building practical skills, strengthening self compassion, and moving towards a more meaningful and valued life. When working with children, I utilize child centered play therapy, using a mix of non directive and directive approaches, meeting the needs of each child.
I use child centered play therapy with young children, which is a very different experience than therapy for adults.
I'm passionate about giving people the space and skills to find relief and meaning in their lives. I would describe my approach as warm, person-centered, and practical. I work frequently with two different populations: young adults and children. With young adults, we work on building practical skills, strengthening self compassion, and moving towards a more meaningful and valued life. When working with children, I utilize child centered play therapy, using a mix of non directive and directive approaches, meeting the needs of each child.
Lilia is a Registered Play Therapist and a member of the Association for Play Therapist (APT), and The Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors of Maryland (LCPCM).
Lilia Cerón is a Bilingual Spanish Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Board Approved Supervisor in the state of Maryland. She obtained her master’s degree in Clinical Community Counseling from The Johns Hopkins University and graduated Chi Sigma Iota with honors. Her clinical work experience and training spans over 10+ years with children, pre-teens, adolescents, young adults, adults, and families of a variety of socioeconomic levels and ethnic backgrounds.
Lilia is a Registered Play Therapist and a member of the Association for Play Therapist (APT), and The Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors of Maryland (LCPCM).
Lilia Cerón is a Bilingual Spanish Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Board Approved Supervisor in the state of Maryland. She obtained her master’s degree in Clinical Community Counseling from The Johns Hopkins University and graduated Chi Sigma Iota with honors. Her clinical work experience and training spans over 10+ years with children, pre-teens, adolescents, young adults, adults, and families of a variety of socioeconomic levels and ethnic backgrounds.
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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.