Play Therapy in Milford, OH
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Kimberly Kirk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Milford, OH 45150 (Online Only)
I have participated in trainings that help me to help you and your loved ones, including Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Play Therapy, and Interpersonal Neurobiology.
Hello there! I am a LPCC, a licensed professional clinical counselor in Ohio. I received my Masters in Counseling in Cincinnati in 2007 and have been practicing the last 17 years. I have experience working with children and adolescents in school settings, adults in psychiatric inpatient, and then children, adolescents, family, couples, and individuals in private practice. My passion is to help those who have had difficult experiences in life and are struggling to move through them. I desire to help people not just survive in life, but to have joy and peace too.
I have participated in trainings that help me to help you and your loved ones, including Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Play Therapy, and Interpersonal Neurobiology.
Hello there! I am a LPCC, a licensed professional clinical counselor in Ohio. I received my Masters in Counseling in Cincinnati in 2007 and have been practicing the last 17 years. I have experience working with children and adolescents in school settings, adults in psychiatric inpatient, and then children, adolescents, family, couples, and individuals in private practice. My passion is to help those who have had difficult experiences in life and are struggling to move through them. I desire to help people not just survive in life, but to have joy and peace too.
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Rebecca Sievers Counseling
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milford, OH 45150
My orientation is one of wellness and connection, helping people to identify obstacles while accessing their natural strengths to cultivate healing within themselves or their relationships. I have background in mindfulness, Dialectical and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (DBT/CBT), attachment, family and play therapies. I also hold certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and trained with the EMDR Institute. The arts and nature can be integrated into session to deepen the work if desired. My office in old Milford has easy access to the abundant natural resources near the Little Miami River and trail.
My orientation is one of wellness and connection, helping people to identify obstacles while accessing their natural strengths to cultivate healing within themselves or their relationships. I have background in mindfulness, Dialectical and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (DBT/CBT), attachment, family and play therapies. I also hold certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and trained with the EMDR Institute. The arts and nature can be integrated into session to deepen the work if desired. My office in old Milford has easy access to the abundant natural resources near the Little Miami River and trail.
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I utilize: cognitive behavior therapy, talk therapy, supportive therapy, family systems theory, love and logic parenting theory, art therapy, play therapy, EMDR, and dialectical behavior therapy in my work.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults. My main areas of interest and experience include: behavior problems, crisis support, developmental disabilities, ADHD, anger management, depression, grief, trauma, abuse, anxiety, low self- esteem, divorce, and parenting skills/education. Prior to private practice, I worked with substance abuse, homelessness,case-management, provided intensive home-community based therapy, engaged in school- based counseling, managed and provided therapy within a partial hospitalization program with in an alternative behavior school, and frequented the courts and hospitals.
I utilize: cognitive behavior therapy, talk therapy, supportive therapy, family systems theory, love and logic parenting theory, art therapy, play therapy, EMDR, and dialectical behavior therapy in my work.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults. My main areas of interest and experience include: behavior problems, crisis support, developmental disabilities, ADHD, anger management, depression, grief, trauma, abuse, anxiety, low self- esteem, divorce, and parenting skills/education. Prior to private practice, I worked with substance abuse, homelessness,case-management, provided intensive home-community based therapy, engaged in school- based counseling, managed and provided therapy within a partial hospitalization program with in an alternative behavior school, and frequented the courts and hospitals.
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We offer a variety of counseling options such as play therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, marriage counseling, child therapy, trauma therapy, grief therapy, etc.
Integrative Counseling Solutions promotes the mental health and well-being of individuals who seek a better existence and personal growth. ICS integrates flexible counseling options in order to accommodate our clients and their individual needs. We do this by incorporating therapeutic skills with unique and individualized techniques.
We offer a variety of counseling options such as play therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, marriage counseling, child therapy, trauma therapy, grief therapy, etc.
Integrative Counseling Solutions promotes the mental health and well-being of individuals who seek a better existence and personal growth. ICS integrates flexible counseling options in order to accommodate our clients and their individual needs. We do this by incorporating therapeutic skills with unique and individualized techniques.
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ClearView provides individual, couple, family, and group counseling to children, adolescents and adults. We serve those struggling with addictions, depression, anxiety, loss and other life transitions, sexual and other trauma, relationship difficulties, school performance, school attendance, school behavior, and career uncertainty, among other occurrences and situations. ClearView has offices in Fairfield and Milford. To make an appointment, please call (513) 860-1100.
ClearView provides individual, couple, family, and group counseling to children, adolescents and adults. We serve those struggling with addictions, depression, anxiety, loss and other life transitions, sexual and other trauma, relationship difficulties, school performance, school attendance, school behavior, and career uncertainty, among other occurrences and situations. ClearView has offices in Fairfield and Milford. To make an appointment, please call (513) 860-1100.
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Kara Meyer
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, CCATP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Milford, OH 45150 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
When anxiety looks different for every person and approaches are not a "one size fits all," it makes managing your anxiety even harder. We often use tools to help us cope, but sometimes these tools aren't enough. Whether you are managing generalized anxiety, panic attacks, peripartum anxiety, postpartum anxiety, or intrusive thoughts, anxiety is a complex and overwhelming emotion that affects nearly every aspect of our daily lives. As a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), my work incorporates evidence-based practices in an authentic environment where you, your insights, and your goals are valued.
When anxiety looks different for every person and approaches are not a "one size fits all," it makes managing your anxiety even harder. We often use tools to help us cope, but sometimes these tools aren't enough. Whether you are managing generalized anxiety, panic attacks, peripartum anxiety, postpartum anxiety, or intrusive thoughts, anxiety is a complex and overwhelming emotion that affects nearly every aspect of our daily lives. As a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), my work incorporates evidence-based practices in an authentic environment where you, your insights, and your goals are valued.
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At Hope Restored Counseling Services, our approach is both compassionate and goal-oriented, focusing on thoughtful exploration of the problem, and more importantly, change. Based on years of experience working with individuals and families in a therapeutic setting, we've found that each individual, regardless of their challenges, has the capacity for hope, choice and change.
At Hope Restored Counseling Services, our approach is both compassionate and goal-oriented, focusing on thoughtful exploration of the problem, and more importantly, change. Based on years of experience working with individuals and families in a therapeutic setting, we've found that each individual, regardless of their challenges, has the capacity for hope, choice and change.
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Good Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milford, OH 45150 (Online Only)
Transitional experiences are a part of life. Often we are able to fully embrace, celebrate or grieve and pass through these with relative ease. However if you find yourself in a struggle where mood is shifting, anxiety is increasing or if joy is missing from moments that should be joyful- if fear inhibits your desired growth or you struggle to find purpose or motivation-- maybe this is part of your life's journey where you allow yourself to be supported. I work from a strengths perspective, treating, diagnosing and offering opportunities for insight, growth and healing. Your story is the focus of care, your uniqueness is celebrated
Transitional experiences are a part of life. Often we are able to fully embrace, celebrate or grieve and pass through these with relative ease. However if you find yourself in a struggle where mood is shifting, anxiety is increasing or if joy is missing from moments that should be joyful- if fear inhibits your desired growth or you struggle to find purpose or motivation-- maybe this is part of your life's journey where you allow yourself to be supported. I work from a strengths perspective, treating, diagnosing and offering opportunities for insight, growth and healing. Your story is the focus of care, your uniqueness is celebrated
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Dani Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45227
Waitlist for new clients
Come HEAL, PLAY and GROW with me!.
Hello! I'm Dani Brown, I specialize in working with children under 12 years old. I have been working with children and their families in various communities and settings for over 9 years. I specialize in working with children under 8 years old, using primarily play therapy and sand play to help children and their families better understand their unique needs and strengths. We will work together to develop an individualized treatment plan that will teach you and your child strategies to decrease concerning behaviors and improve your child's and your family's quality of life.
Come HEAL, PLAY and GROW with me!.
Hello! I'm Dani Brown, I specialize in working with children under 12 years old. I have been working with children and their families in various communities and settings for over 9 years. I specialize in working with children under 8 years old, using primarily play therapy and sand play to help children and their families better understand their unique needs and strengths. We will work together to develop an individualized treatment plan that will teach you and your child strategies to decrease concerning behaviors and improve your child's and your family's quality of life.
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Play is a child's language.
Sometimes, especially as a parent, you feel like you have tried everything, but yet, nothing seems to be working or helping. This could relate to a number of concerns regarding your child such as behavioral concerns, emotional concerns, school difficulties, anxiety, trauma, etc. My goal as a therapist is to create a sense of safety and trust to support children, adolescents, their families, and young adults through various challenges in their life, whether that be past, present, or future!
Play is a child's language.
Sometimes, especially as a parent, you feel like you have tried everything, but yet, nothing seems to be working or helping. This could relate to a number of concerns regarding your child such as behavioral concerns, emotional concerns, school difficulties, anxiety, trauma, etc. My goal as a therapist is to create a sense of safety and trust to support children, adolescents, their families, and young adults through various challenges in their life, whether that be past, present, or future!
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Current Openings! I am here to empower your child to learn how to navigate feeling, thoughts, and behaviors. When children enter the play room, they are able to build skills and process through challenges through play or sharing. I support children through this growth ages 3-12years old.
Current Openings! I am here to empower your child to learn how to navigate feeling, thoughts, and behaviors. When children enter the play room, they are able to build skills and process through challenges through play or sharing. I support children through this growth ages 3-12years old.
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Ebony Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Blue Ash, OH 45242
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize expressive arts and play therapy interventions in my practice to help children and adults get in touch with emotions they don't have words to express.
I utilize a multi-modal approach to help children develop healthy coping skills, overcome trauma, build self-esteem and gain mastery over their emotions and behaviors. I have dedicated my career to supporting individuals across the lifespan, from children to adults.
I utilize expressive arts and play therapy interventions in my practice to help children and adults get in touch with emotions they don't have words to express.
I utilize a multi-modal approach to help children develop healthy coping skills, overcome trauma, build self-esteem and gain mastery over their emotions and behaviors. I have dedicated my career to supporting individuals across the lifespan, from children to adults.
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I am a dedicated clinical social worker and mental health provider currently licensed to practice in Ohio. My expertise lies in providing compassionate and effective therapy to children and caregivers. I leverage a trauma-informed care approach to facilitate healing and resilience and am trained in TF-CBT, play therapy in training, and EMDR in training. I also employ client-centered techniques such as mindfulness to enhance my therapeutic interactions. Under supervision, I continue to hone my skills and deepen my knowledge, ensuring every client receives the most informed and empathetic care possible.
I am a dedicated clinical social worker and mental health provider currently licensed to practice in Ohio. My expertise lies in providing compassionate and effective therapy to children and caregivers. I leverage a trauma-informed care approach to facilitate healing and resilience and am trained in TF-CBT, play therapy in training, and EMDR in training. I also employ client-centered techniques such as mindfulness to enhance my therapeutic interactions. Under supervision, I continue to hone my skills and deepen my knowledge, ensuring every client receives the most informed and empathetic care possible.
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My favorite counseling modalities include Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, Art Therapy and Narrative Therapy.
Are you struggling to cope with obsessive thoughts or anxiety? Are you searching for hope in a situation that almost feels hopeless? In my practice, I view it as an honor and a privilege to walk through these times alongside you. Sometimes a helping hand, a steady voice, and a listening ear can make all the difference. It is my goal to help you find the freedom you are looking for no matter how long you’ve struggled with these unwanted thoughts or behaviors. I hope that you might take a leap of faith to reach out for the help you deserve.
My favorite counseling modalities include Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, Art Therapy and Narrative Therapy.
Are you struggling to cope with obsessive thoughts or anxiety? Are you searching for hope in a situation that almost feels hopeless? In my practice, I view it as an honor and a privilege to walk through these times alongside you. Sometimes a helping hand, a steady voice, and a listening ear can make all the difference. It is my goal to help you find the freedom you are looking for no matter how long you’ve struggled with these unwanted thoughts or behaviors. I hope that you might take a leap of faith to reach out for the help you deserve.
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Weekend appointments are available NOW in our office, by phone and through TeleHealth. Following insurances accepted: CareSource, Paramount, Molina, Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Humana, Medical Mutual, Optum, etc. PLAY THERAPY for children via Telehealth and in person available. Also therapy for ADOLESCENTS, AND ADULTS is available for many concerns at our office or via telehealth or phone. We can help with ANXIETY, BEHAVIORAL PROBLEMS, CO-DEPENDENCY, DEPRESSION, GRIEF, ADDICTIONS, DIVORCE SUPPORT, SELF-ESTEEM, and other life stress.
Weekend appointments are available NOW in our office, by phone and through TeleHealth. Following insurances accepted: CareSource, Paramount, Molina, Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Humana, Medical Mutual, Optum, etc. PLAY THERAPY for children via Telehealth and in person available. Also therapy for ADOLESCENTS, AND ADULTS is available for many concerns at our office or via telehealth or phone. We can help with ANXIETY, BEHAVIORAL PROBLEMS, CO-DEPENDENCY, DEPRESSION, GRIEF, ADDICTIONS, DIVORCE SUPPORT, SELF-ESTEEM, and other life stress.
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I have been fully trained in EMDR with specific adaptations for children and adolescents and have additional training in play therapy and am trained as an EMDR-Sandtray specialist.
Parenting is hard and doesn't come with an instruction book. As a therapist specially trained to work with children and families, I help parents whose children are struggling with behavioral and emotional concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, abuse, peer and school difficulties and adjustment issues. I can help you understand and manage your child's behavior, explore ways to feel more emotionally connected with them, and improve your relationship. Let me help you connect with your child so that you can build and strengthen your relationship and work through any challenges they might be facing.
I have been fully trained in EMDR with specific adaptations for children and adolescents and have additional training in play therapy and am trained as an EMDR-Sandtray specialist.
Parenting is hard and doesn't come with an instruction book. As a therapist specially trained to work with children and families, I help parents whose children are struggling with behavioral and emotional concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, abuse, peer and school difficulties and adjustment issues. I can help you understand and manage your child's behavior, explore ways to feel more emotionally connected with them, and improve your relationship. Let me help you connect with your child so that you can build and strengthen your relationship and work through any challenges they might be facing.
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Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, or other difficult situations? We can help you find hope, reach your goals, and enjoy the abundance of life for which you were created. Contact us today to schdeule your first apointment, where we help you find the right therapist for you.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, or other difficult situations? We can help you find hope, reach your goals, and enjoy the abundance of life for which you were created. Contact us today to schdeule your first apointment, where we help you find the right therapist for you.
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Freedom Bound Health Counseling, LLC
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Miamiville, OH 45147 (Online Only)
I'm looking forward to meeting you to discover how we can work together to discover ways to regain your balance in life! I have over thirty-five years of experience working with children and families as a Youth Minister, the last twelve years have been in community mental health. I am now trained and licensed to work with children as young as three and adults as old as ninety-two. Often using CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), we focus on thinking patterns and how they affect behavior. My favorite part is mindfulness training and spirituality, discovering YOUR life purpose.
I'm looking forward to meeting you to discover how we can work together to discover ways to regain your balance in life! I have over thirty-five years of experience working with children and families as a Youth Minister, the last twelve years have been in community mental health. I am now trained and licensed to work with children as young as three and adults as old as ninety-two. Often using CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), we focus on thinking patterns and how they affect behavior. My favorite part is mindfulness training and spirituality, discovering YOUR life purpose.
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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by your environment? Do you feel like you are not being heard or understood by your family or friends? Come Talk with me. We can work together to find ways to help you feel more confident and in control of your life and enhance your relationships with your loved ones. I enjoy working with young adults, children, and families to help identify root causes of concerns and help them find a source of hope for change. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by your environment? Do you feel like you are not being heard or understood by your family or friends? Come Talk with me. We can work together to find ways to help you feel more confident and in control of your life and enhance your relationships with your loved ones. I enjoy working with young adults, children, and families to help identify root causes of concerns and help them find a source of hope for change. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
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Grace Maglalang
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loveland, OH 45140
As human beings, we all have a different perspective on life and what it has to offer. In counseling, we can process those emotions together and see if we can make the negatives into positives. I believe in building a strong and trustful rapport within each session to allow the safe space that you may need. In counseling and everyday life, you are allowed to feel what you feel.
As human beings, we all have a different perspective on life and what it has to offer. In counseling, we can process those emotions together and see if we can make the negatives into positives. I believe in building a strong and trustful rapport within each session to allow the safe space that you may need. In counseling and everyday life, you are allowed to feel what you feel.
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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.