Play Therapy in Manlius, NY
As a registered play therapist, I am dedicated to working with younger clients from a place that incorporates play, attachment, and neuroscience together.
Hello and welcome! Whether you’re seeking counseling for yourself or your child, I am here to help. I specialize in counseling for adults & children. I am a trauma responsive therapist, whose approach is grounded in the understanding the science of connection and that the brain has the capacity to change and heal. I understand that the process of internalizing someone who is safe, connected, and coregulated, leads to growth in regulation. My goal is to create a therapeutic relationship and environment in which goodness and worth are reflected, as well as support you as the client, to cultivate the same experiences in your own life.
As a registered play therapist, I am dedicated to working with younger clients from a place that incorporates play, attachment, and neuroscience together.
Hello and welcome! Whether you’re seeking counseling for yourself or your child, I am here to help. I specialize in counseling for adults & children. I am a trauma responsive therapist, whose approach is grounded in the understanding the science of connection and that the brain has the capacity to change and heal. I understand that the process of internalizing someone who is safe, connected, and coregulated, leads to growth in regulation. My goal is to create a therapeutic relationship and environment in which goodness and worth are reflected, as well as support you as the client, to cultivate the same experiences in your own life.
I also utilize ACT, CBT, emotion focused therapy, and child centered play therapy.
Practicing with genuineness and compassion to partner with you where you are. An eclectic but person centered approach, I support all paths to recovery including child centered play therapy for ages 3+, support for children, adolescents, and adults. Creating a therapeutic alliance that is welcoming and trusting, I can provide support in the areas of mood disorders, trauma, children impacted by substance use, fostering healthy homes for family, addressing behavioral concerns, grief, interpersonal relationships, and women's wellness. I offer individual, group, and couples counseling.
I also utilize ACT, CBT, emotion focused therapy, and child centered play therapy.
Practicing with genuineness and compassion to partner with you where you are. An eclectic but person centered approach, I support all paths to recovery including child centered play therapy for ages 3+, support for children, adolescents, and adults. Creating a therapeutic alliance that is welcoming and trusting, I can provide support in the areas of mood disorders, trauma, children impacted by substance use, fostering healthy homes for family, addressing behavioral concerns, grief, interpersonal relationships, and women's wellness. I offer individual, group, and couples counseling.
NOTE: Currently accepting In-Home and Remote Child Therapy referrals. Welcome! I offer a welcoming place for your child to explore a wide range of issues, learn to process and explore emotions and build upon skills. I engage in children's natural play language to unpack and examine a child’s strong feelings with the goal of helping all children build on their strengths and develop resiliency . I also use other modalities such as art, story telling, and mindfulness to teach coping tools, and help children understand their internal world. Together we will co-create a creative and productive therapeutic experience.
NOTE: Currently accepting In-Home and Remote Child Therapy referrals. Welcome! I offer a welcoming place for your child to explore a wide range of issues, learn to process and explore emotions and build upon skills. I engage in children's natural play language to unpack and examine a child’s strong feelings with the goal of helping all children build on their strengths and develop resiliency . I also use other modalities such as art, story telling, and mindfulness to teach coping tools, and help children understand their internal world. Together we will co-create a creative and productive therapeutic experience.
Jennifer Wainman-Sauda
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manlius, NY 13104
The Family Center offers unique therapies that are proven effective such as: family play therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) approach, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), hand in hand parenting, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), and child play therapy.
Welcome to The Family Center. We provide therapy services to individuals, couples, families, and children. We can help you work on any presenting problem such as anxiety, depression, anger, grief, or relationship conflict. We specialize in helping families who have children with ADHD, anxiety, behavioral, and Autism Spectrum Disorders including PDA (Pathological Demand Aviodance). We also provide couples and marital therapy and individual therapy. We believe in helping you live fully; happy with yourself, and connected with your partner, child, and family. We currently have 10 skilled licensed therapists on staff.
The Family Center offers unique therapies that are proven effective such as: family play therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) approach, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), hand in hand parenting, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), and child play therapy.
Welcome to The Family Center. We provide therapy services to individuals, couples, families, and children. We can help you work on any presenting problem such as anxiety, depression, anger, grief, or relationship conflict. We specialize in helping families who have children with ADHD, anxiety, behavioral, and Autism Spectrum Disorders including PDA (Pathological Demand Aviodance). We also provide couples and marital therapy and individual therapy. We believe in helping you live fully; happy with yourself, and connected with your partner, child, and family. We currently have 10 skilled licensed therapists on staff.
Bonnie Dekin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manlius, NY 13104 (Online Only)
I also utilize Trauma Focused CBT, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and more.
Now accepting new clients! Welcome! Let's collaborate and discover new potential and new strategies for life. Whether you are having feelings of anxiety, sadness, fears and worries, couple or family relationship issues I am here to help. I have advanced training to help you and your partner heal and reconnect. In addition, I offer clinical Emotionally Focused Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. I work from an integrative/systemic perspective while considering Attachment Theory as it relates to all aspects of being human. I consider your unique perspectives and culture as we work together to help you heal.
I also utilize Trauma Focused CBT, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and more.
Now accepting new clients! Welcome! Let's collaborate and discover new potential and new strategies for life. Whether you are having feelings of anxiety, sadness, fears and worries, couple or family relationship issues I am here to help. I have advanced training to help you and your partner heal and reconnect. In addition, I offer clinical Emotionally Focused Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. I work from an integrative/systemic perspective while considering Attachment Theory as it relates to all aspects of being human. I consider your unique perspectives and culture as we work together to help you heal.
Life often presents us with a myriad of challenges, and no one has to figure it all out alone. My role as a counselor is to help you find strategies to navigate the difficulties that prevent you from feeling and doing your best. I work primarily with adolescents, teens, and young adults experiencing a wide array of struggles. These include, but are not limited to, anxiety, OCD, depression, ADHD, family issues, health-related issues, and behavioral issues both at home and at school. Additionally, I work with adults with intergenerational trauma and family of origin concerns and how these affect their life as adults.
Life often presents us with a myriad of challenges, and no one has to figure it all out alone. My role as a counselor is to help you find strategies to navigate the difficulties that prevent you from feeling and doing your best. I work primarily with adolescents, teens, and young adults experiencing a wide array of struggles. These include, but are not limited to, anxiety, OCD, depression, ADHD, family issues, health-related issues, and behavioral issues both at home and at school. Additionally, I work with adults with intergenerational trauma and family of origin concerns and how these affect their life as adults.
Neiha Dhar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Manlius, NY 13104 (Online Only)
Sometimes we feel invisible to ourselves and within our social networks. We don't often get the opportunity to slow down and reflect on what we want for ourselves rather than what society or our families have taught us to prioritize. I help people feel seen and heard and to develop a sense of their presence and impact in the world and within their most important relationships.
Sometimes we feel invisible to ourselves and within our social networks. We don't often get the opportunity to slow down and reflect on what we want for ourselves rather than what society or our families have taught us to prioritize. I help people feel seen and heard and to develop a sense of their presence and impact in the world and within their most important relationships.
Rachel J Gillespie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Manlius, NY 13104
"You cannot change or heal what you do not acknowledge." (Unknown) I believe in utilizing therapy as an opportunity to assist individuals, couples, and families in acknowledging and overcoming barriers to healing and change. I create an authentic, collaborative and non-judgmental therapeutic space where clients are able to address areas in life that aren't working (anxiety, anger, depression, low self-esteem, relationships, painful experiences); to explore and resolve the internal and relational barriers that limits healing and personal growth; and to create an action plan that empowers clients to live out their full potential.
"You cannot change or heal what you do not acknowledge." (Unknown) I believe in utilizing therapy as an opportunity to assist individuals, couples, and families in acknowledging and overcoming barriers to healing and change. I create an authentic, collaborative and non-judgmental therapeutic space where clients are able to address areas in life that aren't working (anxiety, anger, depression, low self-esteem, relationships, painful experiences); to explore and resolve the internal and relational barriers that limits healing and personal growth; and to create an action plan that empowers clients to live out their full potential.
Reaching out for support for you or your loved one takes courage. With one of the hardest steps behind you, I am pleased you have found my private practice. My goal is to engage with clients of all ages in an interactive and collaborative effort to find sustainable change through growth and learning experiences in the context of an encouraging and nonjudgemental environment. My clients are my passion.
Reaching out for support for you or your loved one takes courage. With one of the hardest steps behind you, I am pleased you have found my private practice. My goal is to engage with clients of all ages in an interactive and collaborative effort to find sustainable change through growth and learning experiences in the context of an encouraging and nonjudgemental environment. My clients are my passion.
Harvest House Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Manlius, NY 13104
Harvest House is a dream that was born out of a passion for promoting healthy relationships in families, marriages, and individuals as they work toward hope and healing. You don’t have to be going through a difficult personal time, suffering from anxiety, or grieving in order to take advantage of all we have to offer. Therapy is designed to help you find insight, support, and new strategies for life's struggles. With the potentiality to gain benefits such as personal responsibility, self-awareness, objectivity, healthy communication skills, and healthy boundaries, there is little reason to wait any longer.
Harvest House is a dream that was born out of a passion for promoting healthy relationships in families, marriages, and individuals as they work toward hope and healing. You don’t have to be going through a difficult personal time, suffering from anxiety, or grieving in order to take advantage of all we have to offer. Therapy is designed to help you find insight, support, and new strategies for life's struggles. With the potentiality to gain benefits such as personal responsibility, self-awareness, objectivity, healthy communication skills, and healthy boundaries, there is little reason to wait any longer.
I am a Child and Family Therapist who works with children of all ages and their families. My goal is to help your family connect through compassion, creating new coping tools, and become more resilient. I support children in building a deeper awareness of what happens inside, recognizing their hot buttons, and becoming empowered to use new, more constructive coping tools for stressful and difficult moments in life. I provide support for parents jointly with individual treatment for children. Through parent and family sessions, I identify helpful strategies to support child and family growth at home.
I am a Child and Family Therapist who works with children of all ages and their families. My goal is to help your family connect through compassion, creating new coping tools, and become more resilient. I support children in building a deeper awareness of what happens inside, recognizing their hot buttons, and becoming empowered to use new, more constructive coping tools for stressful and difficult moments in life. I provide support for parents jointly with individual treatment for children. Through parent and family sessions, I identify helpful strategies to support child and family growth at home.
I enjoy working with people of all ages. My passion is with children and teens. I believe people want to be heard and understood; sometimes life doesn't allow that. I love offering the space for people to feel comfortable and safe while working on themselves and entrusting me with their thoughts and feelings. Therapy can be a hard scary first step to finding yourself and I hope to help you along that journey. As your therapist, together, we can create a therapeutic process that fits just for you.
I enjoy working with people of all ages. My passion is with children and teens. I believe people want to be heard and understood; sometimes life doesn't allow that. I love offering the space for people to feel comfortable and safe while working on themselves and entrusting me with their thoughts and feelings. Therapy can be a hard scary first step to finding yourself and I hope to help you along that journey. As your therapist, together, we can create a therapeutic process that fits just for you.
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, 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 have 5 locations on Long Island and offer Telehealth to all of New York State.
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, 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 have 5 locations on Long Island and offer Telehealth to all of New York State.
Dorrie Rose
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manlius, NY 13104 (Online Only)
Hello, My name is Dorrie and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I currently work with a variety of clients through telehealth. Many people are often juggling multiple stressors in our world. The juggle can be exhausting and costly. I help both adults and children learn to more effectively juggle life's stressors.
Hello, My name is Dorrie and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I currently work with a variety of clients through telehealth. Many people are often juggling multiple stressors in our world. The juggle can be exhausting and costly. I help both adults and children learn to more effectively juggle life's stressors.
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Sanctuary Mental Health Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, RPT, CCPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13206
At The Sanctuary, we work with people of all ages. We believe that all people have infinite worth, so before working with us, know that is our view of you and/or your child already. Our clinicians have been classically trained in many of the greats (IFS, CBT, DBT, play therapy, etc.). The director has additional training in death and dying. With that being said, "Out of all of my credentials as a therapist, my most significant is that I'm a card carrying member of the human race" (Lori Gottlieb). Initially, our aims are to get to know you or your child from a strengths perspective and building a positive rapport.
At The Sanctuary, we work with people of all ages. We believe that all people have infinite worth, so before working with us, know that is our view of you and/or your child already. Our clinicians have been classically trained in many of the greats (IFS, CBT, DBT, play therapy, etc.). The director has additional training in death and dying. With that being said, "Out of all of my credentials as a therapist, my most significant is that I'm a card carrying member of the human race" (Lori Gottlieb). Initially, our aims are to get to know you or your child from a strengths perspective and building a positive rapport.
Tina J Iacovissi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCPT
Verified Verified
East Syracuse, NY 13057
I specialize in working with children and adolescents, using techniques like play therapy to connect with younger clients.
Are you or a loved one feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or burdened by past events? As a dedicated marriage and family therapist, I’m here to guide you through the challenges that affect your mental health and well-being. I provide a compassionate, safe space where individuals, couples, and families can heal and grow.
I specialize in working with children and adolescents, using techniques like play therapy to connect with younger clients.
Are you or a loved one feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or burdened by past events? As a dedicated marriage and family therapist, I’m here to guide you through the challenges that affect your mental health and well-being. I provide a compassionate, safe space where individuals, couples, and families can heal and grow.
I am trained in Child Centered Play Therapy Techniques and I believe that “Toys are children’s words and play is their language” (Gary L.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who is passionate about helping others reach their full potential. I work with people of all ages and help guide them towards the path of healing. In my work with all clients, I do not rush the process. I believe that everyone has value and strengths that they bring to the table.
I am trained in Child Centered Play Therapy Techniques and I believe that “Toys are children’s words and play is their language” (Gary L.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who is passionate about helping others reach their full potential. I work with people of all ages and help guide them towards the path of healing. In my work with all clients, I do not rush the process. I believe that everyone has value and strengths that they bring to the table.
Hi there! I provide talk therapy to adolescents and adults who are experiencing anxiety or depression, I work with individuals who are dealing with problematic behaviors such as ADHD or ODD, and I engage with children using play therapy. Experiences of hardships and trauma play a large role in the work that I do. Have a specific question? Feel free to reach out!
Hi there! I provide talk therapy to adolescents and adults who are experiencing anxiety or depression, I work with individuals who are dealing with problematic behaviors such as ADHD or ODD, and I engage with children using play therapy. Experiences of hardships and trauma play a large role in the work that I do. Have a specific question? Feel free to reach out!
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor as well as a Child Centered Play Therapist.
The ideal clients at New Avenues Counseling are children struggling in school or at home, parents that need new strategies to address a child’s behaviors, and individuals suffering from social anxiety or those who want to learn new coping mechanisms. At New Avenues Counseling we see children, adolescents, adults and families to work on issues including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, behavior outbursts, negative coping mechanisms, and anger management issues.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor as well as a Child Centered Play Therapist.
The ideal clients at New Avenues Counseling are children struggling in school or at home, parents that need new strategies to address a child’s behaviors, and individuals suffering from social anxiety or those who want to learn new coping mechanisms. At New Avenues Counseling we see children, adolescents, adults and families to work on issues including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, behavior outbursts, negative coping mechanisms, and anger management issues.
Serenity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13201
Play therapy offered.
Life can be tricky sometimes leaving us feeling stuck, alone, and confused. Taking the first step toward change can seem overwhelming and scary. I appreciate the strength it takes to even consider the possibility of making a change. I provide counseling support to individuals with a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. As a therapist, I offer a safe, supportive, and comfortable environment with an individualized approach to each client to promote personal growth. I encourage recognition and development of inner strengths and self-compassion to facilitate the process of change as well as resolve challenging issues.
Play therapy offered.
Life can be tricky sometimes leaving us feeling stuck, alone, and confused. Taking the first step toward change can seem overwhelming and scary. I appreciate the strength it takes to even consider the possibility of making a change. I provide counseling support to individuals with a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. As a therapist, I offer a safe, supportive, and comfortable environment with an individualized approach to each client to promote personal growth. I encourage recognition and development of inner strengths and self-compassion to facilitate the process of change as well as resolve challenging issues.
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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.