Play Therapy in Willow Grove, PA
My training includes dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral, interpersonal, and child play modalities.
I view each child, teen, young adult, and family as unique. That uniqueness is why I draw from different therapy modalities to support emotional well-being. Anxiety and depression often stem from complicated interpersonal relationships, lack of self-confidence, and feeling unable to control events in our lives. Our joint effort can help you attain the freedom to make positive choices in your life. I bring clinical experience offered in a genuine, nonjudgmental, confidential atmosphere. Drawing from cognitive behavior approaches, insight therapy, and mindfulness practice, my goal is to provide tools to help you in improving your state of mind.
My training includes dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral, interpersonal, and child play modalities.
I view each child, teen, young adult, and family as unique. That uniqueness is why I draw from different therapy modalities to support emotional well-being. Anxiety and depression often stem from complicated interpersonal relationships, lack of self-confidence, and feeling unable to control events in our lives. Our joint effort can help you attain the freedom to make positive choices in your life. I bring clinical experience offered in a genuine, nonjudgmental, confidential atmosphere. Drawing from cognitive behavior approaches, insight therapy, and mindfulness practice, my goal is to provide tools to help you in improving your state of mind.
Lindsay MacGeorge
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Willow Grove, PA 19090
Play therapy is a wonderful approach for helping children learn how to cope with their emotions and help parents support their children at home.
Do you feel stressed-out, overwhelmed, have trouble making decisions or find that your emotions are interfering with relationships? Maybe you're a parent who is at a loss of how to help your children with their intense emotions and behaviors. Life is not always easy, but with the right tools you can learn ways to grow and adapt so that you can more easily handle the ups and down of life. Beginning therapy might seem scary, but we will work together to achieve your goals! “Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. Tip toe if you must, but take the first step." - Naeem Callaway
Play therapy is a wonderful approach for helping children learn how to cope with their emotions and help parents support their children at home.
Do you feel stressed-out, overwhelmed, have trouble making decisions or find that your emotions are interfering with relationships? Maybe you're a parent who is at a loss of how to help your children with their intense emotions and behaviors. Life is not always easy, but with the right tools you can learn ways to grow and adapt so that you can more easily handle the ups and down of life. Beginning therapy might seem scary, but we will work together to achieve your goals! “Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. Tip toe if you must, but take the first step." - Naeem Callaway
Susan Rachel Span
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Willow Grove, PA 19090 (Online Only)
With almost 20 years of experience in the field, what I bring to my clients is a warm, unique ability to support them, and hear them in a way that helps them to heal. I believe the relationship that a client has with the therapist is essential to make change, and I pride myself on the positive connections I have with children, adolescents and adults.
With almost 20 years of experience in the field, what I bring to my clients is a warm, unique ability to support them, and hear them in a way that helps them to heal. I believe the relationship that a client has with the therapist is essential to make change, and I pride myself on the positive connections I have with children, adolescents and adults.
Equilibria Psychological & Consultation Services
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Willow Grove, PA 19090
We are a group practice of over 70 therapists. At Equilibria, our goal is to help individuals achieve their personal potential and long term growth by compassionately and respectfully helping them live in balance. We utilize an integrative, strength based treatment model to address each individual's set of unique issues. Our belief is that treatment must be flexible and tailored to achieve symptom relief and increased self understanding.
We are a group practice of over 70 therapists. At Equilibria, our goal is to help individuals achieve their personal potential and long term growth by compassionately and respectfully helping them live in balance. We utilize an integrative, strength based treatment model to address each individual's set of unique issues. Our belief is that treatment must be flexible and tailored to achieve symptom relief and increased self understanding.
Corrie Price
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Willow Grove, PA 19090
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that taking care of your overall wellbeing is crucial to a happy and successful lifestyle. I work with individuals to identify patterns that may be negatively affecting daily living. I feel that family and where you come from impacts who you are greatly, and as a result incorporate family into individual work when needed. I work with all ages however work heavily with teens/young adults who are facing the struggles of growing up and transitioning into todays changing world. I use a plethora of techniques such as goal setting, relaxation techniques, and cognitive awareness training.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that taking care of your overall wellbeing is crucial to a happy and successful lifestyle. I work with individuals to identify patterns that may be negatively affecting daily living. I feel that family and where you come from impacts who you are greatly, and as a result incorporate family into individual work when needed. I work with all ages however work heavily with teens/young adults who are facing the struggles of growing up and transitioning into todays changing world. I use a plethora of techniques such as goal setting, relaxation techniques, and cognitive awareness training.
Bernie Epstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Willow Grove, PA 19090 (Online Only)
If we often struggle to connect with ourselves and with others, then how can we feel safe, how can we make sense of what's happening inside, how can we make sense of what's happening between us and others? I help people find meaningful ways to effectively communicate and connect with themselves and each other, make sense of their experiences and relationships, and ultimately, find a path toward healing. I believe in the innate drive of every person to move toward health. With acceptance, curiosity, and compassion, I help people slow down, attune to that drive, and support them in moving with it.
If we often struggle to connect with ourselves and with others, then how can we feel safe, how can we make sense of what's happening inside, how can we make sense of what's happening between us and others? I help people find meaningful ways to effectively communicate and connect with themselves and each other, make sense of their experiences and relationships, and ultimately, find a path toward healing. I believe in the innate drive of every person to move toward health. With acceptance, curiosity, and compassion, I help people slow down, attune to that drive, and support them in moving with it.
Deciding to seek therapy can be a wonderful yet intimidating decision. Many of my clients seek therapy to improve their coping skills in managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other mental health and life struggles. They may be struggling with parenting a tween or teen or working effectively with their co-parent. Some are looking for support in making behavior changes to improve their physical and mental health. My goal is to create a safe and collaborative space to work through whatever your struggles may be.
Deciding to seek therapy can be a wonderful yet intimidating decision. Many of my clients seek therapy to improve their coping skills in managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other mental health and life struggles. They may be struggling with parenting a tween or teen or working effectively with their co-parent. Some are looking for support in making behavior changes to improve their physical and mental health. My goal is to create a safe and collaborative space to work through whatever your struggles may be.
Dawn Allison Wolf
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC , LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Willow Grove, PA 19090
Treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion is very important to me and I will seek to establish a genuine, caring therapeutic relationship with my clients. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to start therapy can be hard but I am here to help you get started!
Treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion is very important to me and I will seek to establish a genuine, caring therapeutic relationship with my clients. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to start therapy can be hard but I am here to help you get started!
Rachel Zagarino
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Willow Grove, PA 19090
Rachel is a Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in working with families, couples, and individuals, including children and adolescents. Rachel received her degree from Drexel University with a Masters in Marriage & Family Therapy. Rachel is passionate about working with adults, couples, children, adolescents and their families, empowering systems to understand their interpersonal and relational challenges that impede their ability to grow and heal.
Rachel is a Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in working with families, couples, and individuals, including children and adolescents. Rachel received her degree from Drexel University with a Masters in Marriage & Family Therapy. Rachel is passionate about working with adults, couples, children, adolescents and their families, empowering systems to understand their interpersonal and relational challenges that impede their ability to grow and heal.
Life is full of moments when children and their families feel stuck. Is your child is struggling in school, feeling anxious, or having difficulty focusing? As a parent, do you feel overwhelmed by your child’s behavioral difficulties? Call for a free 15-minute consultation to see if I am a good fit to help your family get back on the right path or help you understand your child's differences. I specialize in conducting psychological evaluations as well as providing therapy to support children with autism, ADHD, learning disorders, as well as co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression and other behavioral disorders.
Life is full of moments when children and their families feel stuck. Is your child is struggling in school, feeling anxious, or having difficulty focusing? As a parent, do you feel overwhelmed by your child’s behavioral difficulties? Call for a free 15-minute consultation to see if I am a good fit to help your family get back on the right path or help you understand your child's differences. I specialize in conducting psychological evaluations as well as providing therapy to support children with autism, ADHD, learning disorders, as well as co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression and other behavioral disorders.
David Silbermann
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CSP
Verified Verified
Willow Grove, PA 19090
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I utilize play therapy to help children focus thinking by communicating through the use of play.
Looking to work on skills?Looking to find what is working in your life and what is not? Looking to delve deeper into your relationships? Ever wonder if your thinking patterns are healthy or not? I am a trained and licensed therapist. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults who are going through difficult times and have trouble identifying emotions to behaviors. What I love about my work is that although I see people at a low point in their lives, as we work together they find the courage and skills to persevere.
I utilize play therapy to help children focus thinking by communicating through the use of play.
Looking to work on skills?Looking to find what is working in your life and what is not? Looking to delve deeper into your relationships? Ever wonder if your thinking patterns are healthy or not? I am a trained and licensed therapist. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults who are going through difficult times and have trouble identifying emotions to behaviors. What I love about my work is that although I see people at a low point in their lives, as we work together they find the courage and skills to persevere.
When working with children, I may incorporate, art therapy, play therpay, movement therapy, relaxaton skills, puppetry, desensitization skills, stress/anger management, biofeedback, behavioral learning skills, coping skills training and supportive psychotherapy as well as other creative therapeutic techniques will which help the client back to a comfort level of emotionality.
Allow me to help you over those hurdles that life puts in our paths. Let me assist you to an emotionally healthy lifestyle where you can enjoy life to it's fullest ! I treat individuals, couples, and families. My specialty is working with children, teens and adults, who are transitioning through their lives, and those who may be suffering from anxiety, and panic disorder, when road blocks interfere with life's journeys. I am a Psychoeducational Therapist/ Behavioral Specialist and a Certified Biofeedback Specialist; and have been practicing with successful outcomes for over 35+ years.
When working with children, I may incorporate, art therapy, play therpay, movement therapy, relaxaton skills, puppetry, desensitization skills, stress/anger management, biofeedback, behavioral learning skills, coping skills training and supportive psychotherapy as well as other creative therapeutic techniques will which help the client back to a comfort level of emotionality.
Allow me to help you over those hurdles that life puts in our paths. Let me assist you to an emotionally healthy lifestyle where you can enjoy life to it's fullest ! I treat individuals, couples, and families. My specialty is working with children, teens and adults, who are transitioning through their lives, and those who may be suffering from anxiety, and panic disorder, when road blocks interfere with life's journeys. I am a Psychoeducational Therapist/ Behavioral Specialist and a Certified Biofeedback Specialist; and have been practicing with successful outcomes for over 35+ years.
Kathleen Ann Krol
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Horsham, PA 19044
I recognize that problems or behaviors exhibited by one child or individual often impact other members of the family and when family dynamics may play a role in their continuation.
My passion and belief is individuals and families possess their own innate ability to heal when underlying causes are identified and inner resources are strengthened. My family focused approach to treatment views the child/adolescent/adult as part of a family system. The treatment approach I use to best fit your individual or family needs may incorporate sand tray, Family- Play therapy, cognitive behavior techniques, stress-reduction strategies, EMDR, Trauma Art Narrative Therapy and Filial Family Therapy. I provide a safe and supportive environment for children, adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss.
I recognize that problems or behaviors exhibited by one child or individual often impact other members of the family and when family dynamics may play a role in their continuation.
My passion and belief is individuals and families possess their own innate ability to heal when underlying causes are identified and inner resources are strengthened. My family focused approach to treatment views the child/adolescent/adult as part of a family system. The treatment approach I use to best fit your individual or family needs may incorporate sand tray, Family- Play therapy, cognitive behavior techniques, stress-reduction strategies, EMDR, Trauma Art Narrative Therapy and Filial Family Therapy. I provide a safe and supportive environment for children, adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss.
Aubrey uses play therapy, creative arts, sand tray stories, and activities-based therapy for children and adolescents.
Aubrey Daam (“D-ah-m”) has worked in various settings since 2007, ranging from inpatient, home-based, groups, and outpatient therapy. She enjoys collaborating with each person, child, and family to create a plan that cultivates healing and desired changes.
Aubrey uses play therapy, creative arts, sand tray stories, and activities-based therapy for children and adolescents.
Aubrey Daam (“D-ah-m”) has worked in various settings since 2007, ranging from inpatient, home-based, groups, and outpatient therapy. She enjoys collaborating with each person, child, and family to create a plan that cultivates healing and desired changes.
All Ears Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Abington, PA 19001 (Online Only)
Concepts and techniques of Attachment theory, Internal Family Systems, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Somatic Experiencing, Mindfulness, Child Centered Play Therapy (CCPT), Filial Therapy and more are utilized to best fit the needs of each client or family.
All Ears Counseling Center prioritizes compassion, safety, and trust in all aspects of the therapeutic experience. We offer individual and family counseling services to children, adolescents, and young adults. MacKenzie Miller, LPC has several years of experience in helping children recover from PTSD and other effects of trauma, utilizing evidence-based models such as TF-CBT and EMDR. MacKenzie has also helped individuals cope with symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and comorbid diagnoses. We also offer licensure supervision for individuals or groups via telehealth.
Concepts and techniques of Attachment theory, Internal Family Systems, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Somatic Experiencing, Mindfulness, Child Centered Play Therapy (CCPT), Filial Therapy and more are utilized to best fit the needs of each client or family.
All Ears Counseling Center prioritizes compassion, safety, and trust in all aspects of the therapeutic experience. We offer individual and family counseling services to children, adolescents, and young adults. MacKenzie Miller, LPC has several years of experience in helping children recover from PTSD and other effects of trauma, utilizing evidence-based models such as TF-CBT and EMDR. MacKenzie has also helped individuals cope with symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and comorbid diagnoses. We also offer licensure supervision for individuals or groups via telehealth.
Our team consists of individual therapists, play therapists, tween and teen specialists, and parenting experts.
Do you have a child or teen struggling with big emotions or fitting in with peers? Anxiety, depression, or self-harm? Self-esteem, confidence, or body image? Maybe something at home feels off, communication is lacking, frustrations are running high, and you're feeling lost as to the next best steps. As a team of highly specialized and skilled clinicians with extensive experience working with tweens, teens, and families in a variety of settings, we are equipped to support you as an individual, or your child, your teen, and your family.
Our team consists of individual therapists, play therapists, tween and teen specialists, and parenting experts.
Do you have a child or teen struggling with big emotions or fitting in with peers? Anxiety, depression, or self-harm? Self-esteem, confidence, or body image? Maybe something at home feels off, communication is lacking, frustrations are running high, and you're feeling lost as to the next best steps. As a team of highly specialized and skilled clinicians with extensive experience working with tweens, teens, and families in a variety of settings, we are equipped to support you as an individual, or your child, your teen, and your family.
I offer Child-Centered Play Therapy in conjunction with monthly Child-Parent Relationship Training sessions for caregivers.
Hardships, unexpected change, relational issues, and everyday stressors are something we have all experienced, yet there are tools that can help make navigating them easier. Through CBT and other therapeutic approaches, I assist clients in learning the tools to restructuring their thoughts and finding solutions for everything from everyday stressors to larger life challenges. I can help guide you through issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationships. I also work with children using play therapy to help little ones cope with their big emotions and better express themselves, while offering parents tools to utilize at home.
I offer Child-Centered Play Therapy in conjunction with monthly Child-Parent Relationship Training sessions for caregivers.
Hardships, unexpected change, relational issues, and everyday stressors are something we have all experienced, yet there are tools that can help make navigating them easier. Through CBT and other therapeutic approaches, I assist clients in learning the tools to restructuring their thoughts and finding solutions for everything from everyday stressors to larger life challenges. I can help guide you through issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationships. I also work with children using play therapy to help little ones cope with their big emotions and better express themselves, while offering parents tools to utilize at home.
With my experience, education and empathic abilities, I am able to help children use play to connect thoughts and feelings to behaviors.
Connection and trust are essential to me as a therapist. I strive to hold a safe space for my clients, supporting them in their journey towards personal growth and well-being. My individualized, whole person approach focuses on 9 domains of self-wellness, which is unique to each client. My approach integrates a variety of therapeutic techniques including CBT, DBT, Bowen Family Therapy, Play Therapy, Psychodynamic Family Therapy, Somatic and Energy Therapies. My ideal client or family wishes to make positive change in their life and is committed to the work it takes each day to be their best.
With my experience, education and empathic abilities, I am able to help children use play to connect thoughts and feelings to behaviors.
Connection and trust are essential to me as a therapist. I strive to hold a safe space for my clients, supporting them in their journey towards personal growth and well-being. My individualized, whole person approach focuses on 9 domains of self-wellness, which is unique to each client. My approach integrates a variety of therapeutic techniques including CBT, DBT, Bowen Family Therapy, Play Therapy, Psychodynamic Family Therapy, Somatic and Energy Therapies. My ideal client or family wishes to make positive change in their life and is committed to the work it takes each day to be their best.
Jessica G Dashevsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, PMH-C, CSTIP, CLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hatboro, PA 19040 (Online Only)
Currently accepting Superviseed! As a therapist with over 15 years of experience, I specialize in perinatal mood disorders, fertility challenges, intimacy and sex issues, sexual kink, and lactation difficulties. As a mother who has personally struggled with fertility and loss, I understand how difficult these issues can be. That's why I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings and receive customized treatment that meets your unique needs. I do also have expertise in the poly/Enm lifestyle and can help navigate your journey of exploration.
Currently accepting Superviseed! As a therapist with over 15 years of experience, I specialize in perinatal mood disorders, fertility challenges, intimacy and sex issues, sexual kink, and lactation difficulties. As a mother who has personally struggled with fertility and loss, I understand how difficult these issues can be. That's why I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings and receive customized treatment that meets your unique needs. I do also have expertise in the poly/Enm lifestyle and can help navigate your journey of exploration.
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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.