Play Therapy in Cold Spring Harbor, NY
Rebecca Bonanno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
Waitlist for new clients
I practice child-centered play therapy with children ages 3-8 years old.
If your young child is struggling with anxiety, behavioral problems, social relationships, or other challenges, I can help. And if you worry about how to set clear limits and communicate lovingly and effectively with your child, I can support you, too. My warm and friendly approach to play therapy and parent coaching will provide the opportunities your family needs to build confidence, new skills, and stronger relationships.
I practice child-centered play therapy with children ages 3-8 years old.
If your young child is struggling with anxiety, behavioral problems, social relationships, or other challenges, I can help. And if you worry about how to set clear limits and communicate lovingly and effectively with your child, I can support you, too. My warm and friendly approach to play therapy and parent coaching will provide the opportunities your family needs to build confidence, new skills, and stronger relationships.
My office is fully equipped for art therapy and play therapy.
I offer compassionate and experienced support, guidance and psychotherapy for adults , children and families. My approach is person-centered as opposed to being overly directive and involves the development of a treatment plan tailored to the individual. I welcome my clients to a safe, ambient, and confidential space, and invite them to trust in the process of developing a therapeutic relationship. Within this relationship, transformation will occur. With over thirty years of experience as a mental health professional, I am a seasoned guide.
My office is fully equipped for art therapy and play therapy.
I offer compassionate and experienced support, guidance and psychotherapy for adults , children and families. My approach is person-centered as opposed to being overly directive and involves the development of a treatment plan tailored to the individual. I welcome my clients to a safe, ambient, and confidential space, and invite them to trust in the process of developing a therapeutic relationship. Within this relationship, transformation will occur. With over thirty years of experience as a mental health professional, I am a seasoned guide.
Balance Mental Health Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, PMHC
Verified Verified
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
We have extensive experience counseling clients with Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) and Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder (Pregnancy and postpartum). We treat children, adolescents, and adults. We specialize in working with women during the pregnancy and postpartum period. Motherhood expectations can be a heavy load. We utilize evidence-based therapies such as: Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT) with a focus on Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Play therapy. We have a calm and fun approach to therapy.
We have extensive experience counseling clients with Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) and Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder (Pregnancy and postpartum). We treat children, adolescents, and adults. We specialize in working with women during the pregnancy and postpartum period. Motherhood expectations can be a heavy load. We utilize evidence-based therapies such as: Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT) with a focus on Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Play therapy. We have a calm and fun approach to therapy.
I am a psychologist with over thirty years experience treating childhood disorders. My experience has been that early childhood therapy and parent-training are most effective, and emotional healing occurs most readily, when parent and child are seen together. Focus during, and between sessions, involves teaching of play skills and modeling of effective limit setting. For older children, self modulation of behavior is a primary objective. Utilizing these techniques, I have successfully treated anxiety problems (such as selective mutism), depressive symptoms, and developmental disorders (such as Aspergers Syndrome).
I am a psychologist with over thirty years experience treating childhood disorders. My experience has been that early childhood therapy and parent-training are most effective, and emotional healing occurs most readily, when parent and child are seen together. Focus during, and between sessions, involves teaching of play skills and modeling of effective limit setting. For older children, self modulation of behavior is a primary objective. Utilizing these techniques, I have successfully treated anxiety problems (such as selective mutism), depressive symptoms, and developmental disorders (such as Aspergers Syndrome).
Evelyn Page
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
I understand the balancing act women need to play to keep everything going and sometimes its hard to fit it all in.
You’ve been struggling to figure out what is going on with your child. Between constant meltdowns at home or calls from school, something is happening with your child and you need to figure out how to help them. As a parent, you feel guilty that you can’t quite figure out what to do, even after being up all night scouring the internet for some new advice on how to help them. Maybe you’re wondering if you stopped working then you'd have more time for everything—your partner, child, and even for yourself. Or maybe you’re feeling guilty that you want to go back to work to be around other adults for a change.
I understand the balancing act women need to play to keep everything going and sometimes its hard to fit it all in.
You’ve been struggling to figure out what is going on with your child. Between constant meltdowns at home or calls from school, something is happening with your child and you need to figure out how to help them. As a parent, you feel guilty that you can’t quite figure out what to do, even after being up all night scouring the internet for some new advice on how to help them. Maybe you’re wondering if you stopped working then you'd have more time for everything—your partner, child, and even for yourself. Or maybe you’re feeling guilty that you want to go back to work to be around other adults for a change.
Erica Zisman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724 (Online Only)
I am skilled at bringing trust, play, empathy, and deep conversation to every session.
Does your chest feel heavy? Or maybe you feel foggy and unclear. Life ebbs and flows and sometimes having extra support is exactly what you may need especially when dealing with overwhelm, anxiety or a life transition. As a therapist, I work to empower my clients to decrease anxiety, increase self-esteem, and ultimately help you to find more clarity and fulfillment. Whether you are looking for therapy for yourself or for your child/teen, we can get to the root of the issue. Together we can learn and practice coping skills to begin to feel more regulated, uncover and replace old patterns, and learn to process big emotions.
I am skilled at bringing trust, play, empathy, and deep conversation to every session.
Does your chest feel heavy? Or maybe you feel foggy and unclear. Life ebbs and flows and sometimes having extra support is exactly what you may need especially when dealing with overwhelm, anxiety or a life transition. As a therapist, I work to empower my clients to decrease anxiety, increase self-esteem, and ultimately help you to find more clarity and fulfillment. Whether you are looking for therapy for yourself or for your child/teen, we can get to the root of the issue. Together we can learn and practice coping skills to begin to feel more regulated, uncover and replace old patterns, and learn to process big emotions.
Emily Dolan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
Emily is a Licensed Master of Social Work who obtained her Master’s degree from Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College. She has experience working with clients of all ages, however is drawn to working with children and adolescents. Emily has experience working in the school setting, hospital setting, and for non profit organizations. Emily strives to help her clients build healthy coping skills, improve self esteem and empower them to progress towards reaching their mental health goals. Emily’s passion for helping others shines through with authenticity and compassion.
Emily is a Licensed Master of Social Work who obtained her Master’s degree from Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College. She has experience working with clients of all ages, however is drawn to working with children and adolescents. Emily has experience working in the school setting, hospital setting, and for non profit organizations. Emily strives to help her clients build healthy coping skills, improve self esteem and empower them to progress towards reaching their mental health goals. Emily’s passion for helping others shines through with authenticity and compassion.
People choose to work with me for my honest, non-judgmental communication style. I work to create an environment for self-exploration and personal growth to take place.
People choose to work with me for my honest, non-judgmental communication style. I work to create an environment for self-exploration and personal growth to take place.
Charity Diaz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724 (Online Only)
Hello, I am Charity, a licensed psychotherapist. I treat individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan who are seeking to improve emotional management, behavioral difficulties, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I provide compassionate care in a collaborative, direct, safe, and trusting environment. I also challenge my patients to better understand themselves through behavioral patterns and interpretations, and support them in exploring the necessary changes that may improve themselves and their relationships.
Hello, I am Charity, a licensed psychotherapist. I treat individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan who are seeking to improve emotional management, behavioral difficulties, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I provide compassionate care in a collaborative, direct, safe, and trusting environment. I also challenge my patients to better understand themselves through behavioral patterns and interpretations, and support them in exploring the necessary changes that may improve themselves and their relationships.
Whitney Steller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
You may be feeling stuck right now. Stuck in an unfulfilling relationship, stuck in an anxious emotional state, or stuck having the same arguments with your family members over and over again. I work collaboratively with my clients to identify maladaptive patterns so they can break the cycle of what hasn’t been working. I create a supportive environment so my clients can figure out what DOES work in order to build and maintain strong relationships with loved ones.
You may be feeling stuck right now. Stuck in an unfulfilling relationship, stuck in an anxious emotional state, or stuck having the same arguments with your family members over and over again. I work collaboratively with my clients to identify maladaptive patterns so they can break the cycle of what hasn’t been working. I create a supportive environment so my clients can figure out what DOES work in order to build and maintain strong relationships with loved ones.
We are a group practice focused on providing excellent clinical care to children, adolsecents, and adults. As founder and owner of Kane Psychology, Fallon Kane has been working with families in the area for six years. Dr. Kane completed her Clinical Psychology Ph.D at the Derner School of Psychology, with a concentration in child and family studies. Vivan Giang, Noelle Watters, Joshua Glazer, and Meg Kane form the rest of the team, and are supervised by Dr. Kane. At Kane Psychology, we pride ourselves on having a warm, empathetic approach which quickly allows young people to feel at ease and fully engage in the therapeutic process.
We are a group practice focused on providing excellent clinical care to children, adolsecents, and adults. As founder and owner of Kane Psychology, Fallon Kane has been working with families in the area for six years. Dr. Kane completed her Clinical Psychology Ph.D at the Derner School of Psychology, with a concentration in child and family studies. Vivan Giang, Noelle Watters, Joshua Glazer, and Meg Kane form the rest of the team, and are supervised by Dr. Kane. At Kane Psychology, we pride ourselves on having a warm, empathetic approach which quickly allows young people to feel at ease and fully engage in the therapeutic process.
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I work with individuals of all ages, and my therapeutic approaches include psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and attachment-based theory, in addition to play therapy for younger children.
My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nurturing space for children and adults who are facing difficult emotional struggles from current or past experiences. My approach is rooted in collaboration, aiming to work closely with families, educators, and fellow professionals to create a comprehensive support system. A foundation built on trust allows us to explore experiences, express emotions, and develop coping strategies.
I work with individuals of all ages, and my therapeutic approaches include psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and attachment-based theory, in addition to play therapy for younger children.
My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nurturing space for children and adults who are facing difficult emotional struggles from current or past experiences. My approach is rooted in collaboration, aiming to work closely with families, educators, and fellow professionals to create a comprehensive support system. A foundation built on trust allows us to explore experiences, express emotions, and develop coping strategies.
When working with young children, I utilize play therapy & creative-expressive techniques that will enable children to communicate & process complex emotions & experiences.
I am a licensed psychologist providing treatment to children, adolescents & adults experiencing a range of social-emotional difficulties, such as anxiety, depression, trauma & stress. I believe that everyone attempts to cope with life's challenges the best way they can, however, at times the issues we face overwhelm our capacity to cope or move forward. The reasons that have lead you to seek therapy at this time are unique to your lived experience. During our first session, we will explore your needs and goals and develop a plan that will lead to deep insight, growth and healing.
When working with young children, I utilize play therapy & creative-expressive techniques that will enable children to communicate & process complex emotions & experiences.
I am a licensed psychologist providing treatment to children, adolescents & adults experiencing a range of social-emotional difficulties, such as anxiety, depression, trauma & stress. I believe that everyone attempts to cope with life's challenges the best way they can, however, at times the issues we face overwhelm our capacity to cope or move forward. The reasons that have lead you to seek therapy at this time are unique to your lived experience. During our first session, we will explore your needs and goals and develop a plan that will lead to deep insight, growth and healing.
Kathleen R Hushion
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Huntington Station, NY 11746
Children play in therapy.
In private practice for over 25 years, I have provided services to children, adolescents, adults and couples who are struggling with inner turmoil and the challenges of everyday life. I believe it is only by truly listenning to the bullied child, the nervous young man, the recently divorced woman, or the parents of an anorexic teen that a therapist can understand and provide the support and treatment that truly helps.
Children play in therapy.
In private practice for over 25 years, I have provided services to children, adolescents, adults and couples who are struggling with inner turmoil and the challenges of everyday life. I believe it is only by truly listenning to the bullied child, the nervous young man, the recently divorced woman, or the parents of an anorexic teen that a therapist can understand and provide the support and treatment that truly helps.
Hi! I am a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist and member of the American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA) specializing in dance movement therapy to assist clients and help them to increase self-esteem, body image, attentiveness, communication, and spatial awareness. I use a variety of techniques, music and props to reduce stress, fears, and anxieties, empathetically addressing the needs of each person in front of me. I love to harness the power of movement in a therapeutic setting, using it to promote cognitive, social, emotional, and behavioral growth.
Hi! I am a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist and member of the American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA) specializing in dance movement therapy to assist clients and help them to increase self-esteem, body image, attentiveness, communication, and spatial awareness. I use a variety of techniques, music and props to reduce stress, fears, and anxieties, empathetically addressing the needs of each person in front of me. I love to harness the power of movement in a therapeutic setting, using it to promote cognitive, social, emotional, and behavioral growth.
Family and Personal Counseling
Counselor, MS, LMHC, ASAC, CCH
Verified Verified
Huntington, NY 11743
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
Being a parent is one of the most rewarding and challenging jobs you'll ever have. I am a Licensed Social Worker and Parent Coach with over thirty years of experience working with parents and their children. I can help you parent at your very best. Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed with your home environment? From birth through the young adult years, I coach parents through periods of growth and challenges. Discover healthy ways to cope with conflict and the everyday challenges of parenting. I offer one on one personalized Parent Coaching designed to meet the needs of each individual and family.
Being a parent is one of the most rewarding and challenging jobs you'll ever have. I am a Licensed Social Worker and Parent Coach with over thirty years of experience working with parents and their children. I can help you parent at your very best. Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed with your home environment? From birth through the young adult years, I coach parents through periods of growth and challenges. Discover healthy ways to cope with conflict and the everyday challenges of parenting. I offer one on one personalized Parent Coaching designed to meet the needs of each individual and family.
Are you feeling as if everything in your life is spiraling downward? Perhaps you are tired, sad, lonely, having difficulties concentrating and focusing. Are you having difficulty coping with an event that occurred in your past? You may be feeling fearful or mistrustful of others as a result of this past event. Do you feel anxious and find yourself constantly worrying about things? Is your relationship with your significant other plagued with constant fighting? Do you feel like no matter what you do, nothing ever gets better? Do you feel like giving up? I am here to let you know, that you are not alone, and there is help.
Are you feeling as if everything in your life is spiraling downward? Perhaps you are tired, sad, lonely, having difficulties concentrating and focusing. Are you having difficulty coping with an event that occurred in your past? You may be feeling fearful or mistrustful of others as a result of this past event. Do you feel anxious and find yourself constantly worrying about things? Is your relationship with your significant other plagued with constant fighting? Do you feel like no matter what you do, nothing ever gets better? Do you feel like giving up? I am here to let you know, that you are not alone, and there is help.
***Currently full***Telehealth only* Are you struggling and feeling overwhelmed with life? Life can be hard. Especially in times like these where we are filled with uncertainty. Therapy can help. If you came to this page, it means that a part of you is ready for change. Together we can explore the barriers that have been getting in your way from living the life you want. I promise to create a safe space that is supportive, collaborative, and non-judgmental.
***Currently full***Telehealth only* Are you struggling and feeling overwhelmed with life? Life can be hard. Especially in times like these where we are filled with uncertainty. Therapy can help. If you came to this page, it means that a part of you is ready for change. Together we can explore the barriers that have been getting in your way from living the life you want. I promise to create a safe space that is supportive, collaborative, and non-judgmental.
Do you find yourself feeling anxious or overwhelmed with daily stress ? Does thinking of the past consume your thoughts and even steal your current happiness? Do you struggle with being alone or find yourself with limited support? Your challenges don't define you. There is hope for a future filled with peace, happiness and meaning. Let's work together to gain a better understanding of your experiences. I'm here to support you in reaching your goals. You can achieve personal growth, self-love, emotional improvement and healing.
Do you find yourself feeling anxious or overwhelmed with daily stress ? Does thinking of the past consume your thoughts and even steal your current happiness? Do you struggle with being alone or find yourself with limited support? Your challenges don't define you. There is hope for a future filled with peace, happiness and meaning. Let's work together to gain a better understanding of your experiences. I'm here to support you in reaching your goals. You can achieve personal growth, self-love, emotional improvement and healing.
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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.