Play Therapy in Lewisburg, PA
Rooted Relational Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lewisburg, PA 17837
Struggling with depression, anxiety, or stress? Dealing with grief, loss, or trauma? Feeling overwhelmed? Losing hope that things will ever change? WE CAN HELP. We are here to help you experience growth, healing, and wholeness in your life and relationships. Whether you want to feel less stressed, experience less conflict, enjoy better communication, fall more deeply in love, or otherwise enjoy better self-esteem and more satisfying relationships with partners, friends, family, or kids (even adult children), our experienced and highly trained therapists can help you reach your goals.
Struggling with depression, anxiety, or stress? Dealing with grief, loss, or trauma? Feeling overwhelmed? Losing hope that things will ever change? WE CAN HELP. We are here to help you experience growth, healing, and wholeness in your life and relationships. Whether you want to feel less stressed, experience less conflict, enjoy better communication, fall more deeply in love, or otherwise enjoy better self-esteem and more satisfying relationships with partners, friends, family, or kids (even adult children), our experienced and highly trained therapists can help you reach your goals.
Lucy Heggenstaller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Lewisburg, PA 17837
I enjoy helping people bring their best into the world. Whether that means to be a better partner, a more effective parent or simply to release negative beliefs that hold you back from using your talents to their fullest, I am honored to help. My warmth and curiosity can help you face whatever gets in your way. Sometimes that is grief, or trauma, sometimes unfinished business from childhood. I believe that everyone can tap into inner strength and wisdom, gaining confidence and greater joy in the process. A shift in consciousness can make a world of difference.
I enjoy helping people bring their best into the world. Whether that means to be a better partner, a more effective parent or simply to release negative beliefs that hold you back from using your talents to their fullest, I am honored to help. My warmth and curiosity can help you face whatever gets in your way. Sometimes that is grief, or trauma, sometimes unfinished business from childhood. I believe that everyone can tap into inner strength and wisdom, gaining confidence and greater joy in the process. A shift in consciousness can make a world of difference.
Harrison G McCormick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, BCD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lewisburg, PA 17837
Harrison McCormick, MSW/BCD is a board-certified diplomate providing counseling on an advanced-standing level nationally. I am a licensed clinical social worker, having practiced psychotherapy with forty years experience. I participate in ongoing continuing education, keeping me current and updated so that I can provide an expertise to a myriad of problems. As a result, I can provide a wide range of invaluable skills and experience, depending on the problems, whether it be relationships, life crisis, a chronic problem, or health-related. I work with most insurance companies and private pay rate is $95 an hour.
Harrison McCormick, MSW/BCD is a board-certified diplomate providing counseling on an advanced-standing level nationally. I am a licensed clinical social worker, having practiced psychotherapy with forty years experience. I participate in ongoing continuing education, keeping me current and updated so that I can provide an expertise to a myriad of problems. As a result, I can provide a wide range of invaluable skills and experience, depending on the problems, whether it be relationships, life crisis, a chronic problem, or health-related. I work with most insurance companies and private pay rate is $95 an hour.
Dr. Christine Doty
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewisburg, PA 17837
You've taken a big step in looking for help. All of us have struggled at times with how we are responding to stress, our emotional lives, dilemmas we face and/or difficulties in relationships. Depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health struggles can add to the burden. I seek to empower clients, help them build resilience and feel hopeful again by collaborating with my clients to help them feel better and move forward in their lives. I use a client-centered, integrated approach in my work with individuals, couples and families.
You've taken a big step in looking for help. All of us have struggled at times with how we are responding to stress, our emotional lives, dilemmas we face and/or difficulties in relationships. Depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health struggles can add to the burden. I seek to empower clients, help them build resilience and feel hopeful again by collaborating with my clients to help them feel better and move forward in their lives. I use a client-centered, integrated approach in my work with individuals, couples and families.
Erin Goedegebuure
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lewisburg, PA 17837
Not accepting new clients
NO CURRENT AVAILABILITY--I have been practicing psychotherapy in the Susquehanna Valley for over 12 years. I work with individuals, couples, and families on the problems they experience in their lives and relationships. My style is gentle and I encourage an environment that is open and supportive. I help clients to be comfortable and candid about their thoughts and feelings, and to make important emotional and behavioral changes that are positive for their lives and their families. In addition to conducting therapy, I am an adjunct professor of psychology at Susquehanna University.
NO CURRENT AVAILABILITY--I have been practicing psychotherapy in the Susquehanna Valley for over 12 years. I work with individuals, couples, and families on the problems they experience in their lives and relationships. My style is gentle and I encourage an environment that is open and supportive. I help clients to be comfortable and candid about their thoughts and feelings, and to make important emotional and behavioral changes that are positive for their lives and their families. In addition to conducting therapy, I am an adjunct professor of psychology at Susquehanna University.
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Devon Marie Van Horn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Mifflinburg, PA 17844
As a therapist I try to create a supportive, positive, and non-judgmental environment in which my client can feel free to be open and honest. I work with my clients to help them take control of their own lives and navigate life’s transitions. My clinical interests include but are not limited to, working with children and utilizing play therapy, anxiety, depression, grief, LGBTQ issues and life transitions.
As a therapist I try to create a supportive, positive, and non-judgmental environment in which my client can feel free to be open and honest. I work with my clients to help them take control of their own lives and navigate life’s transitions. My clinical interests include but are not limited to, working with children and utilizing play therapy, anxiety, depression, grief, LGBTQ issues and life transitions.
Let Two Trails Mental Health and Wellness Center provide the support and direction you are seeking. Our clinicians are here to help you with difficult life changes and to offer you support during the healing process. We can help you to feel better about yourself by helping you gain a sense of control over your moods and emotions, by helping you gain more satisfaction in your personal relationships and by helping you to overcome obstacles that may be interfering with your ability to achieve life goals. We will keep your concerns private and confidential.
Let Two Trails Mental Health and Wellness Center provide the support and direction you are seeking. Our clinicians are here to help you with difficult life changes and to offer you support during the healing process. We can help you to feel better about yourself by helping you gain a sense of control over your moods and emotions, by helping you gain more satisfaction in your personal relationships and by helping you to overcome obstacles that may be interfering with your ability to achieve life goals. We will keep your concerns private and confidential.
Doug Richard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, AAMFT, ICEEFT
Verified Verified
Mifflinburg, PA 17844
Struggling with relationship difficulties? Depression, anxiety, stress? Dealing with grief, loss, or trauma? Feeling overwhelmed? Losing hope that things will change? You can trust us to help you! Rooted exists to help you experience growth, healing, and wholeness in your life and relationships. Whether you want to feel less stressed, experience less conflict, enjoy better communication, fall more deeply in love, or enjoy better self-esteem and more satisfying relationships with partners, friends, family, or kids (even adult children), our experienced and highly trained therapists can help you reach your goals.
Struggling with relationship difficulties? Depression, anxiety, stress? Dealing with grief, loss, or trauma? Feeling overwhelmed? Losing hope that things will change? You can trust us to help you! Rooted exists to help you experience growth, healing, and wholeness in your life and relationships. Whether you want to feel less stressed, experience less conflict, enjoy better communication, fall more deeply in love, or enjoy better self-esteem and more satisfying relationships with partners, friends, family, or kids (even adult children), our experienced and highly trained therapists can help you reach your goals.
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My office has a relaxing and comfortable environment and for those younger clients, an area designated for play therapy.
Are you looking for support in managing your child's emotional needs? Are you seeking something other than traditional forms of talk therapy? As a provider, my goal is to build a safe emotional connection with all my clients, learn who they are, enter into their world, and provide them with the tools to help navigate it. Play is how a child navigates the world, and therefore play is how coping skills are delivered; in a safe, non-judgemental environment.
My office has a relaxing and comfortable environment and for those younger clients, an area designated for play therapy.
Are you looking for support in managing your child's emotional needs? Are you seeking something other than traditional forms of talk therapy? As a provider, my goal is to build a safe emotional connection with all my clients, learn who they are, enter into their world, and provide them with the tools to help navigate it. Play is how a child navigates the world, and therefore play is how coping skills are delivered; in a safe, non-judgemental environment.
Tara Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Athens, PA 18810
Waitlist for new clients
Other methods I often utilize include play therapy techniques, sandtray therapy, art therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy in sessions.
Are situations in your life starting to make you feel stressed out and overwhelmed? Do you have past events in your life that effect you to this day? Whether your reason for seeking therapy is just a phase that you are currently going through or because of events that have occurred throughout your life, seeking therapy can be a big step towards a healthier and happier life. My goal in therapy sessions is to start where you are at and work together to get you to where you want to be. I work to tailor treatment approaches to what you feel is being most effective in your day to day life.
Other methods I often utilize include play therapy techniques, sandtray therapy, art therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy in sessions.
Are situations in your life starting to make you feel stressed out and overwhelmed? Do you have past events in your life that effect you to this day? Whether your reason for seeking therapy is just a phase that you are currently going through or because of events that have occurred throughout your life, seeking therapy can be a big step towards a healthier and happier life. My goal in therapy sessions is to start where you are at and work together to get you to where you want to be. I work to tailor treatment approaches to what you feel is being most effective in your day to day life.
Chanelle Bishop-Gilyard
Psychologist, PsyD, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chester Springs, PA 19425
Since grown-ups play a very important role in the lives of children, it was important for me to gain experience working with adults as well! My passion is to help children and adults cope with life's challenges by teaching them special skills that will last a lifetime! .
Do you ever feel like you're swimming up stream? Does it feel like the littlest things bother you? Maybe you're feeling like you aren't enjoying life like you did before? Or, maybe your child doesn't seem like he or she is as happy as before? Hard time sleeping? Struggling to manage your weight? It may be time to think and do your way to a happier and healthier you! It may have taken you quite some time to decide if you wanted to pursue treatment. That's okay, the most important thing is that you are here now! I am here to support you in learning strategies to live the life that is best for you!
Since grown-ups play a very important role in the lives of children, it was important for me to gain experience working with adults as well! My passion is to help children and adults cope with life's challenges by teaching them special skills that will last a lifetime! .
Do you ever feel like you're swimming up stream? Does it feel like the littlest things bother you? Maybe you're feeling like you aren't enjoying life like you did before? Or, maybe your child doesn't seem like he or she is as happy as before? Hard time sleeping? Struggling to manage your weight? It may be time to think and do your way to a happier and healthier you! It may have taken you quite some time to decide if you wanted to pursue treatment. That's okay, the most important thing is that you are here now! I am here to support you in learning strategies to live the life that is best for you!
I draw from a variety of frameworks to meet each client's needs, including cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and play therapy.
Welcome, I'm glad you are here! I know finding the right therapist can be one of the hardest steps to take. My objective is to build meaningful connections with my clients and help them uncover their full potential. I am licensed in Pennsylvania and certified in perinatal mental health through Postpartum Support International. I specialize in working with clients during the perinatal/postpartum phase of life, including reproductive complications, pregnancy loss, and adoption. I also work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating various life transitions.
I draw from a variety of frameworks to meet each client's needs, including cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and play therapy.
Welcome, I'm glad you are here! I know finding the right therapist can be one of the hardest steps to take. My objective is to build meaningful connections with my clients and help them uncover their full potential. I am licensed in Pennsylvania and certified in perinatal mental health through Postpartum Support International. I specialize in working with clients during the perinatal/postpartum phase of life, including reproductive complications, pregnancy loss, and adoption. I also work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating various life transitions.
Carissa Young
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnutport, PA 18088 (Online Only)
My counseling approach utilizes multiple modes of therapy such as: CBT, strength-based, mindfulness, person-centered, play therapy, and art therapy.
Sometimes we may feel like we don't have any control over the things in our lives. Right now by reaching out for help, you are taking some control back. Throughout our lives we all experience difficult times and need some support. I can provide a safe, healing space to work on managing the stressors in your life. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) as well as a National Certified Counselor (NCC). I also work as a School Counselor and volunteer as a crisis hotline counselor. Previously, I worked as a teacher for over 17 years across different grades. I love working with children of all ages and empowering women!
My counseling approach utilizes multiple modes of therapy such as: CBT, strength-based, mindfulness, person-centered, play therapy, and art therapy.
Sometimes we may feel like we don't have any control over the things in our lives. Right now by reaching out for help, you are taking some control back. Throughout our lives we all experience difficult times and need some support. I can provide a safe, healing space to work on managing the stressors in your life. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) as well as a National Certified Counselor (NCC). I also work as a School Counselor and volunteer as a crisis hotline counselor. Previously, I worked as a teacher for over 17 years across different grades. I love working with children of all ages and empowering women!
Kiersten Lenz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Camp Hill, PA 17011 (Online Only)
My practice includes a fusion of interpersonal skills and therapeutic techniques, encompassing trauma-sensitivity, mindfulness, creativity, play, and above all, active empathic listening.
Welcome to Just Be Counseling, a sound space for you to freely 'just be.' Together we will create a safe space for your voice to be truly heard at your pace, in your own way. There is beauty in the sacred art of all self-expression. I am honored to share in your expression as a source of support and wholehearted acceptance. I am committed to my role on your path as you embrace your inner truths and seek changes you wish to make. I offer diverse therapy models tailored for young adults and adults, addressing a wide spectrum of areas such as life transitions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships, healing and growth.
My practice includes a fusion of interpersonal skills and therapeutic techniques, encompassing trauma-sensitivity, mindfulness, creativity, play, and above all, active empathic listening.
Welcome to Just Be Counseling, a sound space for you to freely 'just be.' Together we will create a safe space for your voice to be truly heard at your pace, in your own way. There is beauty in the sacred art of all self-expression. I am honored to share in your expression as a source of support and wholehearted acceptance. I am committed to my role on your path as you embrace your inner truths and seek changes you wish to make. I offer diverse therapy models tailored for young adults and adults, addressing a wide spectrum of areas such as life transitions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships, healing and growth.
Yanina M. Marti-Ramirez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP-II, RPT
Verified Verified
Lancaster, PA 17601
As a registered play therapist, we incorporate sand tray techniques, art/crafts, drawing, and journaling, among others, with kids, teens, and families.
Have you been thinking lately about alternatives to deal with your past trauma? A current life situation left you feeling stuck? Do you need additional help to overcome anxiety, stress, or deep sadness? Then, there is a possibility that you are feeling ready to begin your healing journey. Because all life experiences are different, we offer a welcoming and non-judgmental environment that assists you in healing at your own pace. In addition, you, a family member, or a friend can benefit from our evidence-based therapies with a person-centered approach.
As a registered play therapist, we incorporate sand tray techniques, art/crafts, drawing, and journaling, among others, with kids, teens, and families.
Have you been thinking lately about alternatives to deal with your past trauma? A current life situation left you feeling stuck? Do you need additional help to overcome anxiety, stress, or deep sadness? Then, there is a possibility that you are feeling ready to begin your healing journey. Because all life experiences are different, we offer a welcoming and non-judgmental environment that assists you in healing at your own pace. In addition, you, a family member, or a friend can benefit from our evidence-based therapies with a person-centered approach.
Emily Calcagni
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103
I also have some training in play therapy and mindfulness.
I work with individuals with symptoms related to anxiety, depression, and trauma. I specialize in working with individuals with gender dysphoria and am able to provide referral letters for gender affirming care. I work with any age, with a special interest in working with adolescents and young adults. I am a LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist.
I also have some training in play therapy and mindfulness.
I work with individuals with symptoms related to anxiety, depression, and trauma. I specialize in working with individuals with gender dysphoria and am able to provide referral letters for gender affirming care. I work with any age, with a special interest in working with adolescents and young adults. I am a LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist.
Christy Ranco
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Elizabethtown, PA 17022
Are you overwhelmed and need support with your child’s challenging behavior? Are you looking for coping skills to help your child with big emotions? As a parent, you want your child to thrive. I will work with you to meet your child’s needs every step of the way. I use play therapy to build upon a child’s natural language - play! Children often struggle to verbalize their concerns and struggles. Play can serve many purposes, including emotional expression, problem solving, confidence building, and behavioral change.
Are you overwhelmed and need support with your child’s challenging behavior? Are you looking for coping skills to help your child with big emotions? As a parent, you want your child to thrive. I will work with you to meet your child’s needs every step of the way. I use play therapy to build upon a child’s natural language - play! Children often struggle to verbalize their concerns and struggles. Play can serve many purposes, including emotional expression, problem solving, confidence building, and behavioral change.
Breathe Christian Art Therapy & Therapeutic Svcs.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
York, PA 17401
My goal is to help you express “that feeling” through emphasis on Expressive Art therapy (painting, drawing, music, movement and play) in addition to traditional therapy.
You know you need help, but don’t know who to talk to or if talking will even change anything. You’ve experienced a trauma and you are tired of talking about it, but you don’t want to feel “that feeling" anymore. You know that something is wrong, but you can’t seem to put words to it. Or maybe you have been to therapy before and just talking about it didn’t seem to help. Perhaps your child is not behaving in school like he or she used to, they’re no longer talking, grades are falling and their getting into fights. Maybe your family just doesn’t get it, if you could just do or be what they want things will be ok, but there not.
My goal is to help you express “that feeling” through emphasis on Expressive Art therapy (painting, drawing, music, movement and play) in addition to traditional therapy.
You know you need help, but don’t know who to talk to or if talking will even change anything. You’ve experienced a trauma and you are tired of talking about it, but you don’t want to feel “that feeling" anymore. You know that something is wrong, but you can’t seem to put words to it. Or maybe you have been to therapy before and just talking about it didn’t seem to help. Perhaps your child is not behaving in school like he or she used to, they’re no longer talking, grades are falling and their getting into fights. Maybe your family just doesn’t get it, if you could just do or be what they want things will be ok, but there not.
I employ tailored approaches such as CBT, Client-Centered, Play Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Narrative Therapy.
With high motivation and dedication to your care, my passion is to first help client understand where their difficulties originate and develop, then to map out a pathway toward human flourishing. My strength enables me to tailor therapy for your unique journey, providing precision interventions that move those I care about toward peace. I love working with children and adolescents, to adults and couples.
I employ tailored approaches such as CBT, Client-Centered, Play Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Narrative Therapy.
With high motivation and dedication to your care, my passion is to first help client understand where their difficulties originate and develop, then to map out a pathway toward human flourishing. My strength enables me to tailor therapy for your unique journey, providing precision interventions that move those I care about toward peace. I love working with children and adolescents, to adults and couples.
I utilize a foundation of person centered counseling with play and family therapy techniques.
Hi! I am the owner of Blue Dragonfly Counseling LLC and specialize in working with children aged 5-12, families, and couples. I work to help children with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and family changes. I utilize creative methods such as art and play to help children feel safe and build a positive therapeutic alliance. With couples and families I strive to create a safe space where everyone feels heard. I can help work through communication issues, negative patterns and cycles, family and couple roles, and attachment.
I utilize a foundation of person centered counseling with play and family therapy techniques.
Hi! I am the owner of Blue Dragonfly Counseling LLC and specialize in working with children aged 5-12, families, and couples. I work to help children with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and family changes. I utilize creative methods such as art and play to help children feel safe and build a positive therapeutic alliance. With couples and families I strive to create a safe space where everyone feels heard. I can help work through communication issues, negative patterns and cycles, family and couple roles, and attachment.
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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.