Play Therapy in Ocean, NJ
Stephanie Siciliano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Ocean, NJ 07712
Welcome to my page! I greet you with great respect and compassion. My name is Stephanie Siciliano; I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Yoga Teacher, and certified in Sand Play and EMDR. I provide counseling, trauma informed yoga, sand play, and EMDR to adults, children, and families. I have served the community for 15 years; specializing in trauma and its effect on the human spirit and well being. I graduated from Marymount Manhattan College in 2008 with a BA in Psychology and later received my MSW at Hunter College School of Social Work.
Welcome to my page! I greet you with great respect and compassion. My name is Stephanie Siciliano; I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Yoga Teacher, and certified in Sand Play and EMDR. I provide counseling, trauma informed yoga, sand play, and EMDR to adults, children, and families. I have served the community for 15 years; specializing in trauma and its effect on the human spirit and well being. I graduated from Marymount Manhattan College in 2008 with a BA in Psychology and later received my MSW at Hunter College School of Social Work.
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 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)
Linda J Law
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA-MFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Ocean, NJ 07712
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
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to helping clients find inner peace through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with other treatment modalities that best fit each individual persons needs. I focus on a Strength Based Approach to help my clients reach their goals. I am passionate about creating a safe, comfortable, and judgement free space where we work together to meet your fullest potential.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to helping clients find inner peace through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with other treatment modalities that best fit each individual persons needs. I focus on a Strength Based Approach to help my clients reach their goals. I am passionate about creating a safe, comfortable, and judgement free space where we work together to meet your fullest potential.
Each of us faces challenges and stressful periods during our lives. It is natural to seek support, validation and guidance to navigate through these difficult times. Finding a therapist should not be an added source of stress. With over fifteen years of experience, I can help you to strengthen your coping skills, improve relationships and reach personal goals in a non-judgmental and compassionate setting.
Each of us faces challenges and stressful periods during our lives. It is natural to seek support, validation and guidance to navigate through these difficult times. Finding a therapist should not be an added source of stress. With over fifteen years of experience, I can help you to strengthen your coping skills, improve relationships and reach personal goals in a non-judgmental and compassionate setting.
Do you feel stuck? That something is missing but you're not sure what? How about that you know what's missing and it's being true to who you are? Throughout the years of experience that I have working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults I have learned that at the basis of all of our life experiences, we all wish to be heard, accepted, and to feel connected to ourselves, others, and our emotions. By being in a safe therapeutic relationship that accepts you as you are, you are able to unburden the heaviness that you've been carrying and with this new feeling of relief, there is hope for something new and healing.
Do you feel stuck? That something is missing but you're not sure what? How about that you know what's missing and it's being true to who you are? Throughout the years of experience that I have working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults I have learned that at the basis of all of our life experiences, we all wish to be heard, accepted, and to feel connected to ourselves, others, and our emotions. By being in a safe therapeutic relationship that accepts you as you are, you are able to unburden the heaviness that you've been carrying and with this new feeling of relief, there is hope for something new and healing.
Solutions Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ocean, NJ 07712
I like working with people who are struggling. I believe that we all go through hard times; we struggle with life events as well as things that are more internal such as depression or anxiety. I believe that each person has an innate potential to grow but that we often live life on autopilot continuing to do the same things that perpetuate our struggles and pain. Therapy is a chance to slow down and look at these struggles. It is a chance to intentionally explore them and how to deal with them.
I like working with people who are struggling. I believe that we all go through hard times; we struggle with life events as well as things that are more internal such as depression or anxiety. I believe that each person has an innate potential to grow but that we often live life on autopilot continuing to do the same things that perpetuate our struggles and pain. Therapy is a chance to slow down and look at these struggles. It is a chance to intentionally explore them and how to deal with them.
Ray Costa
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, LMHC, NCC, LLC
Verified Verified
Ocean, NJ 07712
Are you feeling overwhelmed with the direction of your life? Is your job not emotionally or financially satisfying? Do you find yourself having difficult, short-lived relationships, or worse - none at all? Is depression and/or anxiety wearing you down? It is my experience that our difficulties and problems are primarily determined by reactions to how we think and feel. I can help you understand how your thoughts and feelings prevent you from getting what you want, and then help you find ways of creating more success in the areas you desire to change. I offer a relaxed yet interactive environment in a comfortable, private office.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with the direction of your life? Is your job not emotionally or financially satisfying? Do you find yourself having difficult, short-lived relationships, or worse - none at all? Is depression and/or anxiety wearing you down? It is my experience that our difficulties and problems are primarily determined by reactions to how we think and feel. I can help you understand how your thoughts and feelings prevent you from getting what you want, and then help you find ways of creating more success in the areas you desire to change. I offer a relaxed yet interactive environment in a comfortable, private office.
Jewish Family and Children's Service of Monmouth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Ocean, NJ 07712
JFCS works with clients from a variety of social, cultural, and economic backgrounds. All the therapists work hard to build trusting relationships with their clients, so that they can feel safe and empowered. Clients can meet us at one of our two Monmouth County locations (Asbury Park and Morganville) or via telehealth session. We have a variety of services available including:
JFCS works with clients from a variety of social, cultural, and economic backgrounds. All the therapists work hard to build trusting relationships with their clients, so that they can feel safe and empowered. Clients can meet us at one of our two Monmouth County locations (Asbury Park and Morganville) or via telehealth session. We have a variety of services available including:
How long have you been wanting help? There's nothing better than waking up happy every day, in a life full of precious moments & meaningful relationships. We both know that it’s not always like that, not everybody has that kind of life. Maybe you don’t have that kind of life now, but you want to. You’ve probably noticed that you have some patterns that you keep repeating, no matter how hard you try not to, you may have relationship trouble, trauma, disordered eating. Together we’ll look at the negative patterns & beliefs keeping you stuck. Life can be messy, it can be really hard but you do not have to do it alone. I can help.
How long have you been wanting help? There's nothing better than waking up happy every day, in a life full of precious moments & meaningful relationships. We both know that it’s not always like that, not everybody has that kind of life. Maybe you don’t have that kind of life now, but you want to. You’ve probably noticed that you have some patterns that you keep repeating, no matter how hard you try not to, you may have relationship trouble, trauma, disordered eating. Together we’ll look at the negative patterns & beliefs keeping you stuck. Life can be messy, it can be really hard but you do not have to do it alone. I can help.
Lena Elaine Gilman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, RYT , CRM, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ocean, NJ 07712
Waitlist for new clients
Ideals are encouraging yet present challenges of their own. Unmet expectations often lead to feelings of loneliness, depression & anxiety. Do you care “too much” and feel deeply? Admirable traits, which overspent create dissatisfaction. How to find the balance, is the pinnacle question. Understanding and capitalizing upon experiences strengths & deficits, all the integral parts of us, is not always easy. Each individuals' journey is unique, and integrating all components yields the most authentic and comprehensive self. In therapy expect judgement-free self exploration supported by hope, insight, and skills development.
Ideals are encouraging yet present challenges of their own. Unmet expectations often lead to feelings of loneliness, depression & anxiety. Do you care “too much” and feel deeply? Admirable traits, which overspent create dissatisfaction. How to find the balance, is the pinnacle question. Understanding and capitalizing upon experiences strengths & deficits, all the integral parts of us, is not always easy. Each individuals' journey is unique, and integrating all components yields the most authentic and comprehensive self. In therapy expect judgement-free self exploration supported by hope, insight, and skills development.
Caterina Carlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ocean, NJ 07712
Change, it is something we all have to face at some point in our lives. Change looks different to everyone; postpartum depression as our body changes from bringing a new life into this world, grief after we have lost a loved one that played a crucial role in our life, traumatic events that altered our life’s path, or anxiety that causes us to no longer enjoy the things we used to. Sometimes change is good, and other times it is not so good, but ultimately change is inevitable. Sometimes we need support and guidance to navigate change and therapy is a great place to learn how to navigate and overcome change.
Change, it is something we all have to face at some point in our lives. Change looks different to everyone; postpartum depression as our body changes from bringing a new life into this world, grief after we have lost a loved one that played a crucial role in our life, traumatic events that altered our life’s path, or anxiety that causes us to no longer enjoy the things we used to. Sometimes change is good, and other times it is not so good, but ultimately change is inevitable. Sometimes we need support and guidance to navigate change and therapy is a great place to learn how to navigate and overcome change.
Modern Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Ocean, NJ 07712 (Online Only)
We're a talk therapy practice that offers the expertise of clinically licensed professionals in a way that is tailored to your unique needs. Let's face it, finding a therapist to work with can be difficult. Our goal is to make the process of finding and working with a therapist as easy and convenient for you as possible. That's why we offer the option to do therapy in person at our office or online via a HIPAA compliant tele-health platform. We work with children, teens, college students, and adults to help make life the best it can be.
We're a talk therapy practice that offers the expertise of clinically licensed professionals in a way that is tailored to your unique needs. Let's face it, finding a therapist to work with can be difficult. Our goal is to make the process of finding and working with a therapist as easy and convenient for you as possible. That's why we offer the option to do therapy in person at our office or online via a HIPAA compliant tele-health platform. We work with children, teens, college students, and adults to help make life the best it can be.
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Nicholas Stanco
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Asbury Park, NJ 07712 (Online Only)
Life is sometimes a difficult process especially when a partner or child needs, but doesn't want therapy. It can become very painful for yourself or the loved one whose behavior is affecting the whole family. You may even be combing these ads trying to sort out where to start. Sometimes you need someone who knows how to allow a person to open up in their own time. Someone who can work with them through their fears. I have experience in: Child Therapy, Addressing resistance, Mandated clients and LGBTQ concerns. I utilize a variety of techniques toward this aim including EMDR and Play (Sandtray) therapy.
Life is sometimes a difficult process especially when a partner or child needs, but doesn't want therapy. It can become very painful for yourself or the loved one whose behavior is affecting the whole family. You may even be combing these ads trying to sort out where to start. Sometimes you need someone who knows how to allow a person to open up in their own time. Someone who can work with them through their fears. I have experience in: Child Therapy, Addressing resistance, Mandated clients and LGBTQ concerns. I utilize a variety of techniques toward this aim including EMDR and Play (Sandtray) therapy.
I am certified in sand play therapy and I incorporate elements of play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy in my practice.
My clinical experience has been in the treatment of anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD and behavior management, family and school problems, issues related to grief/loss, and issues related to self-esteem and self-image. I primarily work with adolescents and young adults.
I am certified in sand play therapy and I incorporate elements of play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy in my practice.
My clinical experience has been in the treatment of anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD and behavior management, family and school problems, issues related to grief/loss, and issues related to self-esteem and self-image. I primarily work with adolescents and young adults.
Other complementary therapies that I use along with psychodynamic, interpersonal, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness-based and rational emotive behavioral therapies are hypnosis, Emotional Freedom Technique, Psychodrama and play therapy.
In my professional capacity as a licensed social worker and psychotherapist, I have had the honor to accompany persons of all ages and backgrounds in their quest for insight and self-discovery. I believe that trust and vulnerability are at the core of the client-therapist relationship and that the client’s innate wisdom and judgment rule supreme. With that in mind, strategies and interventions in achieving clearly defined yet dynamic goals arise through a process of critical inquiry. In this process, I have witnessed individuals redefine and recreate who they are as they move toward greater lucidity and self-fulfillment.
Other complementary therapies that I use along with psychodynamic, interpersonal, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness-based and rational emotive behavioral therapies are hypnosis, Emotional Freedom Technique, Psychodrama and play therapy.
In my professional capacity as a licensed social worker and psychotherapist, I have had the honor to accompany persons of all ages and backgrounds in their quest for insight and self-discovery. I believe that trust and vulnerability are at the core of the client-therapist relationship and that the client’s innate wisdom and judgment rule supreme. With that in mind, strategies and interventions in achieving clearly defined yet dynamic goals arise through a process of critical inquiry. In this process, I have witnessed individuals redefine and recreate who they are as they move toward greater lucidity and self-fulfillment.
You wish your child would follow the bedtime or breakfast routine better. Your child seems unable to communicate, problem solve, reflect, or play with friends. Your child has difficulty with homework or following rules. Your child gets into trouble at school or with the kids on the block. You want your child to learn the art of communication, how to express their emotions in appropriate ways or to understand other people’s feelings. Your child needs help! You have tried everything you know including interventions. You feel frustrated and emotionally drained. You agonize about their behavior that is affecting the rest of the family.
You wish your child would follow the bedtime or breakfast routine better. Your child seems unable to communicate, problem solve, reflect, or play with friends. Your child has difficulty with homework or following rules. Your child gets into trouble at school or with the kids on the block. You want your child to learn the art of communication, how to express their emotions in appropriate ways or to understand other people’s feelings. Your child needs help! You have tried everything you know including interventions. You feel frustrated and emotionally drained. You agonize about their behavior that is affecting the rest of the family.
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.
You may be ready to take a courageous first step and choose a therapist for your needs. I treat your concerns in a non-judgmental environment of respect and confidentiality. I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). This type of approach helps to better understand how your thoughts contribute to behaviors that may lead to emotional distress. CBT is effective to help anxiety, fears, obsessions/compulsions, relationship issues, self-esteem and depression.
You may be ready to take a courageous first step and choose a therapist for your needs. I treat your concerns in a non-judgmental environment of respect and confidentiality. I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). This type of approach helps to better understand how your thoughts contribute to behaviors that may lead to emotional distress. CBT is effective to help anxiety, fears, obsessions/compulsions, relationship issues, self-esteem and depression.
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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.