Play Therapy in Belmar, NJ
Specialties include Sand Play Therapy, EMDR, mindfulness based stress reduction, strengths based approach, CBT and trauma focused CBT, yoga, body movement and somatic expression and art.
NOW accepting new clients! I work with ages 6 through 106 helping to resolve and navigate issues of complex trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, interpersonal relationship issues, family conflict and phase of life transitions. I have extensive trauma training and have worked specifically with survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse in both group and individual settings. Visit www.creatingyourselfcounseling.com
Specialties include Sand Play Therapy, EMDR, mindfulness based stress reduction, strengths based approach, CBT and trauma focused CBT, yoga, body movement and somatic expression and art.
NOW accepting new clients! I work with ages 6 through 106 helping to resolve and navigate issues of complex trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, interpersonal relationship issues, family conflict and phase of life transitions. I have extensive trauma training and have worked specifically with survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse in both group and individual settings. Visit www.creatingyourselfcounseling.com
Linda J Law
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA-MFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Belmar, NJ 07719
Not accepting new clients
Specializing in adults, teens, family conflict and difficult phase of life transitions. Specialties include Sand Play Therapy, EMDR, Family Systems, and Trauma Focused CBT. My work includes helping clients manage anxiety, depression, parent-child conflict and unresolved trauma. I have also worked specifically with youth and adults on developing resiliency, managing self-esteem issues and creating and maintaining healthy relationships. I was raised in a blended family and created one of my own and am very attuned to the dynamics of divorce and blended families. Visit www.creatingyourselfcounseling.com
Specializing in adults, teens, family conflict and difficult phase of life transitions. Specialties include Sand Play Therapy, EMDR, Family Systems, and Trauma Focused CBT. My work includes helping clients manage anxiety, depression, parent-child conflict and unresolved trauma. I have also worked specifically with youth and adults on developing resiliency, managing self-esteem issues and creating and maintaining healthy relationships. I was raised in a blended family and created one of my own and am very attuned to the dynamics of divorce and blended families. Visit www.creatingyourselfcounseling.com
Children's Wellness & Developmental Center
Art Therapist, FNP, LPC, ATR, BC
Verified Verified
Belmar, NJ 07719
Mary utilizes a play therapy approach in addition to using solution-focused, motivational interviewing & behavioral techniques to help her clients grow.
We are multi-disciplinary practice committed to improving the health & mental wellness of children, adolescents, young adult & families, who affected by behavioral & developmental disorders. We offer a wide range of services from individual therapy/counseling, medication management, integrative/holistic treatments & nutritional counseling. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, behavioral or emotional difficulties and are feeling frustrated or overwhelmed, you don't have to do this alone. Our experienced therapists/practitioners are here to help, by offering a variety of individual treatment options.
Mary utilizes a play therapy approach in addition to using solution-focused, motivational interviewing & behavioral techniques to help her clients grow.
We are multi-disciplinary practice committed to improving the health & mental wellness of children, adolescents, young adult & families, who affected by behavioral & developmental disorders. We offer a wide range of services from individual therapy/counseling, medication management, integrative/holistic treatments & nutritional counseling. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, behavioral or emotional difficulties and are feeling frustrated or overwhelmed, you don't have to do this alone. Our experienced therapists/practitioners are here to help, by offering a variety of individual treatment options.
Jamie L. Barry, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Belmar, NJ 07715
I also offer play therapy to children and adolescents.
Therapy is a great opportunity for individuals to improve their overall quality of life. As a therapist I provide unconditional support and listening in a relaxed and comfortable therapeutic environment. I work with a large variety of age groups and offer individual, couples and family therapy sessions. I specialize in treating patients with anxiety and depression and help others with developing healthy coping skills to alleviate everyday stress. I also teach individuals how to use effective strategies to help improve communication skills as well as their relationships with others.
I also offer play therapy to children and adolescents.
Therapy is a great opportunity for individuals to improve their overall quality of life. As a therapist I provide unconditional support and listening in a relaxed and comfortable therapeutic environment. I work with a large variety of age groups and offer individual, couples and family therapy sessions. I specialize in treating patients with anxiety and depression and help others with developing healthy coping skills to alleviate everyday stress. I also teach individuals how to use effective strategies to help improve communication skills as well as their relationships with others.
If You Can Imagine It, You Can Achieve It, If You Can Dream It, You Can Become It. I believe in treating the whole person and tailoring treatment to meet individual needs. Treatment approaches include C.B.T. (Cognitive behavioral Therapy), Solution focused and psychodynamic approaches.
If You Can Imagine It, You Can Achieve It, If You Can Dream It, You Can Become It. I believe in treating the whole person and tailoring treatment to meet individual needs. Treatment approaches include C.B.T. (Cognitive behavioral Therapy), Solution focused and psychodynamic approaches.
Rachel M Perlman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Belmar, NJ 07719 (Online Only)
Empathetic and sympathetic by nature, I believe in helping all individuals I work with find the best versions of themselves while healing generational trauma and the inner child within. I meet you at the age, stage, and developmental level that you are utilizing eclectic approaches enriched with a holistic healing style. I specialize in working with those who are neurodivergent( ADHD and ASD), LGBTIA+ individuals, women with Postpartum symptoms, Anxiety, Depression, and all those who have any trauma background. Let me help you in your journey to become the person you have always wanted to be.
Empathetic and sympathetic by nature, I believe in helping all individuals I work with find the best versions of themselves while healing generational trauma and the inner child within. I meet you at the age, stage, and developmental level that you are utilizing eclectic approaches enriched with a holistic healing style. I specialize in working with those who are neurodivergent( ADHD and ASD), LGBTIA+ individuals, women with Postpartum symptoms, Anxiety, Depression, and all those who have any trauma background. Let me help you in your journey to become the person you have always wanted to be.
Mary Bruce-Kulcsar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Belmar, NJ 07719
It is difficult to know where to begin when it comes to your mental health, especially if you are suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, or a big life change. I believe growth comes from enhancing our understanding of ourselves, and learning to make choices that can lead us to greater freedom and lasting positive change. You have the potential for health and healing.
It is difficult to know where to begin when it comes to your mental health, especially if you are suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, or a big life change. I believe growth comes from enhancing our understanding of ourselves, and learning to make choices that can lead us to greater freedom and lasting positive change. You have the potential for health and healing.
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Lauren Tenenbaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wall Township, NJ 07719
Children are able to work through their feelings in play therapy, and teens thrive best in an environment where they feel accepted and understood.
Is your child or teen struggling with school issues, peer issues, attention, or behaviors? I can help make a positive change for your youth that will be reflected at home, in school, in the community, and for your family as a whole. I specialize in issues specific to school aged children and adolescents. In addition to attention and behavioral issues, I work with school refusal, depression, anxiety, the struggle to "fit in". I also treat youth with Autism Spectrum disorder, and provide behavioral/social support. My mission is to connect with youth and their families and to help them grow in the areas most needed.
Children are able to work through their feelings in play therapy, and teens thrive best in an environment where they feel accepted and understood.
Is your child or teen struggling with school issues, peer issues, attention, or behaviors? I can help make a positive change for your youth that will be reflected at home, in school, in the community, and for your family as a whole. I specialize in issues specific to school aged children and adolescents. In addition to attention and behavioral issues, I work with school refusal, depression, anxiety, the struggle to "fit in". I also treat youth with Autism Spectrum disorder, and provide behavioral/social support. My mission is to connect with youth and their families and to help them grow in the areas most needed.
I have been extensively trained in play as well as sandplay therapies and work together closely with parents while treating their children.
Are you or your child overwhelmed with life's stressors? Perhaps you may be experiencing feelings of anxiety or depression and would like to learn to them manage differently. In my practice I offer compassionate mental health counseling services to people of all ages including children as young as 3 years old.
I have been extensively trained in play as well as sandplay therapies and work together closely with parents while treating their children.
Are you or your child overwhelmed with life's stressors? Perhaps you may be experiencing feelings of anxiety or depression and would like to learn to them manage differently. In my practice I offer compassionate mental health counseling services to people of all ages including children as young as 3 years old.
Dr. Tara Chalakani
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD , LPC, ACS, NCC, RN
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Wall, NJ 07719
Waitlist for new clients
), Trauma (sexual, physical, emotional), Grief/Loss, Infertility, Self-Defeating Thoughts/Behaviors (low self-esteem), Improving Relationships, Communication, Personal Growth/Self-Improvement, Co-dependency, Sand Play Therapy, Holistic therapy (Reiki/Acupressure/Nutrition), Clinical Supervision.
Dr. Tara is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about her work. To help people grow, heal, and overcome obstacles brings her great joy. Her expansive knowledge makes her a well-known expert in her field. She believes that her clients possess the capacity to heal, but sometimes they need the right environment to foster their true potential. She is holistic and views each person as an individual. Dr. Tara has extensive experience and is well versed in several counseling modalities and understands that each person's needs are unique.
), Trauma (sexual, physical, emotional), Grief/Loss, Infertility, Self-Defeating Thoughts/Behaviors (low self-esteem), Improving Relationships, Communication, Personal Growth/Self-Improvement, Co-dependency, Sand Play Therapy, Holistic therapy (Reiki/Acupressure/Nutrition), Clinical Supervision.
Dr. Tara is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about her work. To help people grow, heal, and overcome obstacles brings her great joy. Her expansive knowledge makes her a well-known expert in her field. She believes that her clients possess the capacity to heal, but sometimes they need the right environment to foster their true potential. She is holistic and views each person as an individual. Dr. Tara has extensive experience and is well versed in several counseling modalities and understands that each person's needs are unique.
I use approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, and other modalities to work with clients towards the development of coping skills, improvement of communication, and overall happiness in their lives.
CLINICAL SUPERVISION AVAILABLE Therapy can help you change and improve your life. A therapist is an unconditional, non-judgemental listener. I am committed to your goals and want to make therapy comfortable and refreshing. I work with a variety of age groups, including children and adolescents, and conduct individual and family sessions. CERTIFIED CLINICAL ANXIETY TREATMENT PROFESSIONAL (CCATP)
I use approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, and other modalities to work with clients towards the development of coping skills, improvement of communication, and overall happiness in their lives.
CLINICAL SUPERVISION AVAILABLE Therapy can help you change and improve your life. A therapist is an unconditional, non-judgemental listener. I am committed to your goals and want to make therapy comfortable and refreshing. I work with a variety of age groups, including children and adolescents, and conduct individual and family sessions. CERTIFIED CLINICAL ANXIETY TREATMENT PROFESSIONAL (CCATP)
My specialized training includes EMDR, Sand Play Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Yoga.
Accepting New Clients! I received my Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania and have since been practicing as a Clinical Social Worker in Vermont, New Hampshire, and New Jersey. My experience includes working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds, presenting with a need for support in areas including anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress, and navigating various life transitions. Through a client-centered, relationship-based, and trauma informed approach, I aim address all components that could be leading to discomfort, dysfunction, or need for additional support.
My specialized training includes EMDR, Sand Play Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Yoga.
Accepting New Clients! I received my Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania and have since been practicing as a Clinical Social Worker in Vermont, New Hampshire, and New Jersey. My experience includes working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds, presenting with a need for support in areas including anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress, and navigating various life transitions. Through a client-centered, relationship-based, and trauma informed approach, I aim address all components that could be leading to discomfort, dysfunction, or need for additional support.
Laurel Mallon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, CSC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Neptune City, NJ 07753
Specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults, I utilize a strength based approach and creative interventions to connect with each person, child, and/or family in a meaningful way. I have specific training in play therapy and incorporate those techniques as well as other empirically supported modalities into my treatment to produce positive change in a solution oriented style.
Specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults, I utilize a strength based approach and creative interventions to connect with each person, child, and/or family in a meaningful way. I have specific training in play therapy and incorporate those techniques as well as other empirically supported modalities into my treatment to produce positive change in a solution oriented style.
Anxiety and worry play a role in all of our lives. It can cause us feel stuck or make even the smallest decision seem impossible. You are not alone, many feel the same way everyday. Having children, parenting, illness, the loss of a loved one, divorce/relationship ending and changing jobs can all be sources of increased stress and worry. These stressors can impact our emotions causing our anxiety to become overwhelming. Learning to handle strong emotions and developing emotional intelligence is key to managing our life stressors.
Anxiety and worry play a role in all of our lives. It can cause us feel stuck or make even the smallest decision seem impossible. You are not alone, many feel the same way everyday. Having children, parenting, illness, the loss of a loved one, divorce/relationship ending and changing jobs can all be sources of increased stress and worry. These stressors can impact our emotions causing our anxiety to become overwhelming. Learning to handle strong emotions and developing emotional intelligence is key to managing our life stressors.
By Design Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS Ed, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Wall Township, NJ 07719
In young children who are learning to express their emotions and develop coping strategies, Amy has found great success with a play-based therapy approach.
Everyone faces a unique set of challenges in life; there is no single approach or therapy modality that works best for everyone. This is why By Design Social Skills provides a variety of services to assist those struggling with behavioral, emotional, or school-based difficulties. Whether you are looking to enhance your child’s social skills through our popular Lego Clubs, seeking treatment for their issues with anxiety, or are interested in counseling for yourself to help navigate life’s challenges, we are here to help. Amy L. Young is a Licensed Professional Counselor providing assistance in a nurturing, safe, caring environment.
In young children who are learning to express their emotions and develop coping strategies, Amy has found great success with a play-based therapy approach.
Everyone faces a unique set of challenges in life; there is no single approach or therapy modality that works best for everyone. This is why By Design Social Skills provides a variety of services to assist those struggling with behavioral, emotional, or school-based difficulties. Whether you are looking to enhance your child’s social skills through our popular Lego Clubs, seeking treatment for their issues with anxiety, or are interested in counseling for yourself to help navigate life’s challenges, we are here to help. Amy L. Young is a Licensed Professional Counselor providing assistance in a nurturing, safe, caring environment.
Mackenzie McDermott (Keep Climbing Counseling)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wall Township, NJ 07719
Not accepting new clients
I work with a person centered approach, and am certified in Sand Play Therapy and am EMDR trained.
I handle a variety of issues and life stressors including: relationship issues, self esteem, LGBTQ+ population, anxiety, depression, personal growth, PTSD, and domestic violence. Believing in the mind-body-spirit connection to achieve overall wellness, I carry my passionate beliefs about natural healing into my therapy style.
I work with a person centered approach, and am certified in Sand Play Therapy and am EMDR trained.
I handle a variety of issues and life stressors including: relationship issues, self esteem, LGBTQ+ population, anxiety, depression, personal growth, PTSD, and domestic violence. Believing in the mind-body-spirit connection to achieve overall wellness, I carry my passionate beliefs about natural healing into my therapy style.
Beth has been in private practice for over 10 years and uses art therapy and play therapy techniques for individual counseling, group therapy, and social skills training.
Elizabeth Couturier (Beth) is a Board-Certified Art Therapist. She received her M.A. in Art Therapy from George Washington University (2008). As an art therapist, she has seen how art can be a powerful tool of self-expression which leads to positive self-esteem, social interaction, and an overall increase in well-being. In addition to her art therapy background, she has extensively studied Play Therapy through trainings at The Play Therapy Training Institute, as well as the Association for Play Therapy.
Beth has been in private practice for over 10 years and uses art therapy and play therapy techniques for individual counseling, group therapy, and social skills training.
Elizabeth Couturier (Beth) is a Board-Certified Art Therapist. She received her M.A. in Art Therapy from George Washington University (2008). As an art therapist, she has seen how art can be a powerful tool of self-expression which leads to positive self-esteem, social interaction, and an overall increase in well-being. In addition to her art therapy background, she has extensively studied Play Therapy through trainings at The Play Therapy Training Institute, as well as the Association for Play Therapy.
I offer sand play therapy, mandalas and art, music, reiki, yoga and meditation for all ages, in addition to traditional talk therapy.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards self improvement for yourself or your child! I often tell my clients, family and friends that therapy is the ultimate gift you can give yourself or your child. Imagine devoting a set time each week in a comfortable and calm environment to focus on yourself. This time is devoted to you and only you. I will ensure that the space is held and that you, or your child, feel safe and supported during this time of healing. With over a decade's worth of experience, I help individuals with challenges stemming from issues such of anxiety, depression, trauma, inattention, and family conflict.
I offer sand play therapy, mandalas and art, music, reiki, yoga and meditation for all ages, in addition to traditional talk therapy.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards self improvement for yourself or your child! I often tell my clients, family and friends that therapy is the ultimate gift you can give yourself or your child. Imagine devoting a set time each week in a comfortable and calm environment to focus on yourself. This time is devoted to you and only you. I will ensure that the space is held and that you, or your child, feel safe and supported during this time of healing. With over a decade's worth of experience, I help individuals with challenges stemming from issues such of anxiety, depression, trauma, inattention, and family conflict.
I take a nonjudgmental, biopsychosocial approach with each client in order to address all components that could be leading to discomfort, dysfunction, or need for support in any area of life. Through various somatic trainings, and personal experience in utilizing these modalities over the last decade, my goal as a therapist is to offer compassionate understanding, as well as share with you the various tools that I've acquired along the way to support you in your self-regulation, healing, growth, and empowerment. I am trained in EMDR, Sand Play Therapy, DIR, Trauma-Informed Yoga, and meditations for brain health.
I take a nonjudgmental, biopsychosocial approach with each client in order to address all components that could be leading to discomfort, dysfunction, or need for support in any area of life. Through various somatic trainings, and personal experience in utilizing these modalities over the last decade, my goal as a therapist is to offer compassionate understanding, as well as share with you the various tools that I've acquired along the way to support you in your self-regulation, healing, growth, and empowerment. I am trained in EMDR, Sand Play Therapy, DIR, Trauma-Informed Yoga, and meditations for brain health.
Jophelle Pierre
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Neptune, NJ 07753 (Online Only)
Seeking to connect with a therapist or counselor during challenging times in our lifetime is a courageous act; one in which is not to be taken lightly. As a first-generation immigrant, familiarity with cultural norms and expectations can be oftentimes misunderstood. Each of us have our own unique familial and cultural ways of engaging and navigating in relationships and handling marital issues, family conflicts, work stressors, and even our self-worth and self-care. I would love to assist in exploring and navigating this process with you to gain better balance in a greater, healthier, and graceful manner.
Seeking to connect with a therapist or counselor during challenging times in our lifetime is a courageous act; one in which is not to be taken lightly. As a first-generation immigrant, familiarity with cultural norms and expectations can be oftentimes misunderstood. Each of us have our own unique familial and cultural ways of engaging and navigating in relationships and handling marital issues, family conflicts, work stressors, and even our self-worth and self-care. I would love to assist in exploring and navigating this process with you to gain better balance in a greater, healthier, and graceful manner.
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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.