Play Therapy in Minneapolis, MN
Dr. Tanya Holthus
Psychologist, PsyD, LP, RPT, SEP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Waitlist for new clients
Some of these modalities include parental coaching, Filial Play Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, and AIR Network.
Hi. I know you're ready for this. I see most everyone for most everything. I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients and specialize in healing trauma and helping people with many types of issues, including post-traumatic stress, attachment/connection, sexual/physical/emotional abuse, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I am most passionate about helping people overcome relationships involving narcissistic abuse and strengthening parent-child relationships. I also have a special place in my heart for people suffering with fertility issues.
Some of these modalities include parental coaching, Filial Play Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, and AIR Network.
Hi. I know you're ready for this. I see most everyone for most everything. I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients and specialize in healing trauma and helping people with many types of issues, including post-traumatic stress, attachment/connection, sexual/physical/emotional abuse, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I am most passionate about helping people overcome relationships involving narcissistic abuse and strengthening parent-child relationships. I also have a special place in my heart for people suffering with fertility issues.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples and also find utilizing play therapy with children, and working with adolescents and families to be very rewarding.
I believe that every person has an emotional, mental, physical and spiritual life that needs to be supported and nurtured. In a setting that is caring, supportive and ethical, I work to empower individuals, couples and families to manage their own well-being.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples and also find utilizing play therapy with children, and working with adolescents and families to be very rewarding.
I believe that every person has an emotional, mental, physical and spiritual life that needs to be supported and nurtured. In a setting that is caring, supportive and ethical, I work to empower individuals, couples and families to manage their own well-being.
Kaleidoscope Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55409
I have training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Pia Mellody's PIT model, the DIR/Floortime model and am certified in Play Therapy.
I am a passionate therapist who believes in the power of change. As a mother of two, a wife, a child development specialist and a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist, I, personally and professionally understand the highs and lows in parenting and relationships. Together, we will put the joy back into parenting, your partnership and in life! With over a decade of experience working with families, individuals and couples, I am able to help empower you, engage your children and build your relationships.
I have training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Pia Mellody's PIT model, the DIR/Floortime model and am certified in Play Therapy.
I am a passionate therapist who believes in the power of change. As a mother of two, a wife, a child development specialist and a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist, I, personally and professionally understand the highs and lows in parenting and relationships. Together, we will put the joy back into parenting, your partnership and in life! With over a decade of experience working with families, individuals and couples, I am able to help empower you, engage your children and build your relationships.
Rebecca Lund
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55406
As a Registered Play Therapist, I approach child distress as a response to changes in family structure, nurturing and consistency in caregiver relationships, and coordination between parents, social resources, and schools.
MN: In-person or online; AZ: Online ONLY. Life events can be stressful. There are moments when we all feel overwhelmed and need support. Therapy provides a safe space to work together in exploring solutions to challenging thoughts, feelings, and situations. Interventions are tailored to individual situations and client needs. This can include use of EMDR for trauma processing and challenging negative cognitions, CBT with a psychodynamic and humanistic approach, and play therapy with children.
As a Registered Play Therapist, I approach child distress as a response to changes in family structure, nurturing and consistency in caregiver relationships, and coordination between parents, social resources, and schools.
MN: In-person or online; AZ: Online ONLY. Life events can be stressful. There are moments when we all feel overwhelmed and need support. Therapy provides a safe space to work together in exploring solutions to challenging thoughts, feelings, and situations. Interventions are tailored to individual situations and client needs. This can include use of EMDR for trauma processing and challenging negative cognitions, CBT with a psychodynamic and humanistic approach, and play therapy with children.
Minnesota Ctr for Psychology-Childrens Svcs
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Also, we have several providers who are certified to provide Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), as well as providers specializing in play therapy, and trauma focused CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy).
At Minnesota Center for Psychology, we offer comprehensive mental health services for children and adolescents age 3-17, as well as their families. We are committed to providing the best quality care in an environment that fosters integrity, respect, hope, health, and learning. If your child is experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, family conflict, school or relationship issues, grief, sadness, body image issues, sleep problems, suicidal thoughts, trauma, low motivation, restlessness, communication issues, LGBT or gender identity issues, life transitions mood swings, shame, anger, or behavioral issues, our highly trained and experienced clinicians can help!
Also, we have several providers who are certified to provide Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), as well as providers specializing in play therapy, and trauma focused CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy).
At Minnesota Center for Psychology, we offer comprehensive mental health services for children and adolescents age 3-17, as well as their families. We are committed to providing the best quality care in an environment that fosters integrity, respect, hope, health, and learning. If your child is experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, family conflict, school or relationship issues, grief, sadness, body image issues, sleep problems, suicidal thoughts, trauma, low motivation, restlessness, communication issues, LGBT or gender identity issues, life transitions mood swings, shame, anger, or behavioral issues, our highly trained and experienced clinicians can help!
In addition, I am a registered play therapist.
Do you feel weighed down by trauma, grief, or loss? Do you experience sadness, or intrusive memories of previous experiences? If so, my specialty is working with people like you. I have extensive experience with all types of trauma survivors, including survivors of sexual and physical abuse. I am grounded in a solid Christian faith and am comfortable exploring aspects of spirituality. I have strengths in the areas of empathy, positivity, winning others over, and strategy.
In addition, I am a registered play therapist.
Do you feel weighed down by trauma, grief, or loss? Do you experience sadness, or intrusive memories of previous experiences? If so, my specialty is working with people like you. I have extensive experience with all types of trauma survivors, including survivors of sexual and physical abuse. I am grounded in a solid Christian faith and am comfortable exploring aspects of spirituality. I have strengths in the areas of empathy, positivity, winning others over, and strategy.
Meghan Keating
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LGSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55446
When working with children, I utilize play therapy techniques to engage each child in the therapeutic process.
Healing isn't just about alleviating symptoms; it's about fostering growth, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose. My practice primarily focuses on providing therapy to individuals who are facing symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief and loss, stress, and trauma. I provide support to adolescents and adults struggling with self-esteem, family and peer relationship issues, co-dependency, family conflict, and life transitions. Additionally, I am fully trained EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to support clients in healing symptoms of trauma.
When working with children, I utilize play therapy techniques to engage each child in the therapeutic process.
Healing isn't just about alleviating symptoms; it's about fostering growth, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose. My practice primarily focuses on providing therapy to individuals who are facing symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief and loss, stress, and trauma. I provide support to adolescents and adults struggling with self-esteem, family and peer relationship issues, co-dependency, family conflict, and life transitions. Additionally, I am fully trained EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to support clients in healing symptoms of trauma.
Allisa Prokopanko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55400
It takes courage to be seen during a time of difficulty and to seek out support in therapy. I strive to provide a safe, loving, non-judgmental environment in which growth can occur. Through therapy clients learn appropriate coping skills, learn new approaches for addressing their challenges, and learn how to communicate their thoughts and feelings. I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities from play and art to help young children communicate what they may struggle to do verbally, to cognitive behavioral, solution focused, and narrative therapy for older clients.
It takes courage to be seen during a time of difficulty and to seek out support in therapy. I strive to provide a safe, loving, non-judgmental environment in which growth can occur. Through therapy clients learn appropriate coping skills, learn new approaches for addressing their challenges, and learn how to communicate their thoughts and feelings. I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities from play and art to help young children communicate what they may struggle to do verbally, to cognitive behavioral, solution focused, and narrative therapy for older clients.
I am a Registered Play Therapist (RPT), certified through EMDRIA for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Sometimes life can knock us down, feel overwhelming, or things can just feel off. No matter what brought you here, I have hope that we can find the path to where you want to be. My goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, heard, and accepted. As we work together, we can collaboratively find approachable goals and techniques to meet your unique wants and needs. For this work, I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is necessary. In our time together, you can expect curiosity, humor, and compassion. Whether your concerns are new, or they have followed you a long time, together we can find ways to seek healing.
I am a Registered Play Therapist (RPT), certified through EMDRIA for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Sometimes life can knock us down, feel overwhelming, or things can just feel off. No matter what brought you here, I have hope that we can find the path to where you want to be. My goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, heard, and accepted. As we work together, we can collaboratively find approachable goals and techniques to meet your unique wants and needs. For this work, I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is necessary. In our time together, you can expect curiosity, humor, and compassion. Whether your concerns are new, or they have followed you a long time, together we can find ways to seek healing.
Other Interventions include EMDR, CBT, DBT, play therapy.
I work with adolescents and adults in both English and Spanish. My approach--customized for each person’s needs--focuses on creating safe, supportive relationships, opening space to explore difficulties and paving the way for real change. I have over a decade experience helping people experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment, identity development and trauma build healthier, fulfilling lives. In therapy, I take a relational approach that focuses on process and using the therapeutic relationship to reach clinical goals.
Other Interventions include EMDR, CBT, DBT, play therapy.
I work with adolescents and adults in both English and Spanish. My approach--customized for each person’s needs--focuses on creating safe, supportive relationships, opening space to explore difficulties and paving the way for real change. I have over a decade experience helping people experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment, identity development and trauma build healthier, fulfilling lives. In therapy, I take a relational approach that focuses on process and using the therapeutic relationship to reach clinical goals.
For younger clients, I use the Experiential Play Therapy model for children to regain power over their experiences.
I am a dedicated therapist who provides empathy, compassion, and humor in individual therapy sessions for children, teenagers, and young adults. I am passionate about working with individuals who have experienced trauma that arises as depression, anxiety, and behavior difficulties. Childhood experiences often continue to influence our lives as we transition into adolescence and adulthood. Clients that I work with tend to have difficulties with asserting boundaries, experience low self-esteem, adversity to stress, and perfectionistic tendencies. I welcome you to give space for you or your child to process life experiences.
For younger clients, I use the Experiential Play Therapy model for children to regain power over their experiences.
I am a dedicated therapist who provides empathy, compassion, and humor in individual therapy sessions for children, teenagers, and young adults. I am passionate about working with individuals who have experienced trauma that arises as depression, anxiety, and behavior difficulties. Childhood experiences often continue to influence our lives as we transition into adolescence and adulthood. Clients that I work with tend to have difficulties with asserting boundaries, experience low self-esteem, adversity to stress, and perfectionistic tendencies. I welcome you to give space for you or your child to process life experiences.
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I utilize interventions from cognitive behavioral therapy, strengths-based, and play therapy modalities.
We all encounter hardships and struggles at various times in our lives. I deliver assessment and therapy services to children, adults, and families to identify possible mental health concerns and promote understanding and healing across the lifespan. I value taking the time to develop a meaningful therapeutic relationships with my clients. I will join you and your family to discover insight, acceptance, and balance. It is my sincere hope that during our work together you experience flexibility, warmth, and compassion in order to overcome obstacles that may interfere with the overall health and well-being of you and your family.
I utilize interventions from cognitive behavioral therapy, strengths-based, and play therapy modalities.
We all encounter hardships and struggles at various times in our lives. I deliver assessment and therapy services to children, adults, and families to identify possible mental health concerns and promote understanding and healing across the lifespan. I value taking the time to develop a meaningful therapeutic relationships with my clients. I will join you and your family to discover insight, acceptance, and balance. It is my sincere hope that during our work together you experience flexibility, warmth, and compassion in order to overcome obstacles that may interfere with the overall health and well-being of you and your family.
Sarah Berlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LGSW, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Utilizing relational and play-based approaches, I support young children with emotional-behavioral dysregulation, early trauma, and adjustment to life transitions.
I work with adults and young children using a warm, collaborative approach. My adult specialties include anxiety, depression, perinatal mental health, parenting/bonding difficulties, childhood trauma, and abortion/reproductive justice. I also value working with single and LGBTQ+ parents. Together we explore past experiences, relationships, and patterns within a secure therapeutic relationship to foster growth. I honor clients’ diverse identities and recognize that many internal struggles are reflective of systemic, sociopolitical issues.
Utilizing relational and play-based approaches, I support young children with emotional-behavioral dysregulation, early trauma, and adjustment to life transitions.
I work with adults and young children using a warm, collaborative approach. My adult specialties include anxiety, depression, perinatal mental health, parenting/bonding difficulties, childhood trauma, and abortion/reproductive justice. I also value working with single and LGBTQ+ parents. Together we explore past experiences, relationships, and patterns within a secure therapeutic relationship to foster growth. I honor clients’ diverse identities and recognize that many internal struggles are reflective of systemic, sociopolitical issues.
I rely on play and other age-appropriate interventions to assist in addressing therapeutic goals.
Being a kid during these modern times is difficult, and asking for help is courageous when life begins to feel a little too much. I have a particular passion providing mental health care for children, adolescents, and young adults, and have a special interest working with neurodivergence and anxiety disorders. In my work with you, I will provide a safe space for you and your child to explore current therapeutic concerns and work to address them using evidence-based modalities and interventions - all while being your biggest cheerleader, every step of the way!
I rely on play and other age-appropriate interventions to assist in addressing therapeutic goals.
Being a kid during these modern times is difficult, and asking for help is courageous when life begins to feel a little too much. I have a particular passion providing mental health care for children, adolescents, and young adults, and have a special interest working with neurodivergence and anxiety disorders. In my work with you, I will provide a safe space for you and your child to explore current therapeutic concerns and work to address them using evidence-based modalities and interventions - all while being your biggest cheerleader, every step of the way!
Carrie Snyder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55408
I believe it is important to empower others to consciously narrate their lives. I value helping people through empowerment, nurturance, and education. I am innovative provider and enjoy creativity in the therapy room. I utilize a strengths based approach in therapy, and see the therapy as a collaborative process. I am passionate for helping individuals find confidence and courage, and I admire their resilience.
I believe it is important to empower others to consciously narrate their lives. I value helping people through empowerment, nurturance, and education. I am innovative provider and enjoy creativity in the therapy room. I utilize a strengths based approach in therapy, and see the therapy as a collaborative process. I am passionate for helping individuals find confidence and courage, and I admire their resilience.
Accepting NEW clients for Telehealth and in person! I enjoy working with people of all ages, from early childhood to end of life, helping people work through where they feel stuck, with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, engage in healing, and live life authentically and connectedly. I work with clients from an array of various backgrounds and presenting concerns - including doctors, single parents, homeless people, students, professional athletes, veterans, retirees, inmates, disabled people, homemakers, business people, teachers and so forth.
Accepting NEW clients for Telehealth and in person! I enjoy working with people of all ages, from early childhood to end of life, helping people work through where they feel stuck, with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, engage in healing, and live life authentically and connectedly. I work with clients from an array of various backgrounds and presenting concerns - including doctors, single parents, homeless people, students, professional athletes, veterans, retirees, inmates, disabled people, homemakers, business people, teachers and so forth.
Springbox Therapy, Sean Toren
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, MFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Waitlist for new clients
Are you at a crossroads? Or maybe at your wits' ends? If you’re looking for therapeutic support you’re probably at special moment in your life. You may be fed up with being worried. Exhausted by low motivation and low mood. Maybe you’re seeing the same patterns crop up with your child or a new partner—or in the ways that you parent. You may be frustrated with the direction your life is going. Or stuck with habits you want to change as you see old walkways deepen into ruts. You’re seeking a new path—or a new way of being on your path. Let’s travel the path together.
Are you at a crossroads? Or maybe at your wits' ends? If you’re looking for therapeutic support you’re probably at special moment in your life. You may be fed up with being worried. Exhausted by low motivation and low mood. Maybe you’re seeing the same patterns crop up with your child or a new partner—or in the ways that you parent. You may be frustrated with the direction your life is going. Or stuck with habits you want to change as you see old walkways deepen into ruts. You’re seeking a new path—or a new way of being on your path. Let’s travel the path together.
My name is Robin Hicks I am a licensed therapist I’m the first person in 3 generations to earn a college degree. I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Mgt from Spalding University in Louisville KY, and a Master’s degree in Marriage & Family therapy from St Mary’s University in MN. I grew up in Minneapolis with many challenges, trauma, and one parent household. My ambition has helps me to guide others in their quest to identify, to develop & deliver their purpose in life. I have supported others in a variety of settings from infants to adults and families, presenting with a variety of emotional, social, and behavioral concerns.
My name is Robin Hicks I am a licensed therapist I’m the first person in 3 generations to earn a college degree. I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Mgt from Spalding University in Louisville KY, and a Master’s degree in Marriage & Family therapy from St Mary’s University in MN. I grew up in Minneapolis with many challenges, trauma, and one parent household. My ambition has helps me to guide others in their quest to identify, to develop & deliver their purpose in life. I have supported others in a variety of settings from infants to adults and families, presenting with a variety of emotional, social, and behavioral concerns.
Aleshia Collins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LGSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55423 (Online Only)
Life and change is hard and sometimes and it can lead us to our lowest point. I acknowledge that you are the expert in your life, and I am an expert in guiding you through your most vulnerable and painful moments while challenging you to expand your skills to assist you in creating the change you want to see in your life. Therapy helps you learn how your own mind works and create the change you are looking for in your life. Have you ever wondered " why am I like this" or " why do I react this way"? Then we should talk! Im here to support you in finding happiness and stability again.
Life and change is hard and sometimes and it can lead us to our lowest point. I acknowledge that you are the expert in your life, and I am an expert in guiding you through your most vulnerable and painful moments while challenging you to expand your skills to assist you in creating the change you want to see in your life. Therapy helps you learn how your own mind works and create the change you are looking for in your life. Have you ever wondered " why am I like this" or " why do I react this way"? Then we should talk! Im here to support you in finding happiness and stability again.
Welcome to Stone Arch Psychology and Health Services. Our motto, Opening Doors and Building Bridges, is a statement of our commitment to help you make positive life changes. Please visit our website to learn more about our clinic, clinicians, and services at STONEARCHPSYCH.COM
Welcome to Stone Arch Psychology and Health Services. Our motto, Opening Doors and Building Bridges, is a statement of our commitment to help you make positive life changes. Please visit our website to learn more about our clinic, clinicians, and services at STONEARCHPSYCH.COM
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