Play Therapy in Rockford, IL
I offer EMDR, Family Therapy, and Play Therapy along with several day to day coping skills to help deal with difficult thoughts, feelings, and situations.
Sometimes life is just really hard. Sometimes we may not even know why. Let's work together to figure it out! Maybe your teen needs a sounding board. Perhaps you are facing a huge transition. Whether it's a past trauma such as experiencing abuse or daily struggles with anxiety or depression, you can reach your personal goals!
I offer EMDR, Family Therapy, and Play Therapy along with several day to day coping skills to help deal with difficult thoughts, feelings, and situations.
Sometimes life is just really hard. Sometimes we may not even know why. Let's work together to figure it out! Maybe your teen needs a sounding board. Perhaps you are facing a huge transition. Whether it's a past trauma such as experiencing abuse or daily struggles with anxiety or depression, you can reach your personal goals!
Vicki Elizabeth Marcum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Rockford, IL 61102
I am a credentialed play therapist and I love to incorporate play using art, music, journaling, movies, writing assignments into treatment.
I have worked with all ages across the life span from birth to death and all the life issues in-between. I work with people with mood disorders, relationship issues, child and family, illness, grief/loss, women's issues, abuse, domestic violence. and trauma issues. You are not your diagnosis! I know some kind of pain has made you reach out. I want to help you find a way to make the pain go away so you will feel good. and live more fully in the moment.
I am a credentialed play therapist and I love to incorporate play using art, music, journaling, movies, writing assignments into treatment.
I have worked with all ages across the life span from birth to death and all the life issues in-between. I work with people with mood disorders, relationship issues, child and family, illness, grief/loss, women's issues, abuse, domestic violence. and trauma issues. You are not your diagnosis! I know some kind of pain has made you reach out. I want to help you find a way to make the pain go away so you will feel good. and live more fully in the moment.
Rachel Rothermel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockford, IL 61108
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Master's Degree in Applied Child and Family Studies with a Specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. I enjoy working with children, families, and individuals. I utilize a strength based and family systemic approach when working with youth, families, and individuals . I also utilize play therapy, expressive therapy, CBT, DBT, and AAIT to help people better develop skills to manage difficult problems. I believe in providing a healthy and safe environment to encourage internal growth.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Master's Degree in Applied Child and Family Studies with a Specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. I enjoy working with children, families, and individuals. I utilize a strength based and family systemic approach when working with youth, families, and individuals . I also utilize play therapy, expressive therapy, CBT, DBT, and AAIT to help people better develop skills to manage difficult problems. I believe in providing a healthy and safe environment to encourage internal growth.
Sometimes it can be difficult to find a person you really feel safe to help you navigate through life that is challenging. This is where I come in. I work with people who would like to utilize my expertise in trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, play therapy techniques, and personality disorders. When you feel like you do not know where to turn to next, I will work with you to help you understand that you are not alone, and what your next steps might be.
Sometimes it can be difficult to find a person you really feel safe to help you navigate through life that is challenging. This is where I come in. I work with people who would like to utilize my expertise in trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, play therapy techniques, and personality disorders. When you feel like you do not know where to turn to next, I will work with you to help you understand that you are not alone, and what your next steps might be.
Jesse Belle is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the Rockford area. She works with a variety of clients across the lifespan including children, adolescents and adults, and has worked as a therapist in child welfare, schools, and as a trauma educator. She takes a nurturing and strength-based approach to treat trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, self-harm, abuse, foster care and adoption, communication and social skill building, sibling issues, self-esteem issues, and attachment-related issues through uses of trauma-informed therapy, EMDR, play therapy, sand tray, mindfulness, movement, CBT, and evidence-based therapies.
Jesse Belle is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the Rockford area. She works with a variety of clients across the lifespan including children, adolescents and adults, and has worked as a therapist in child welfare, schools, and as a trauma educator. She takes a nurturing and strength-based approach to treat trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, self-harm, abuse, foster care and adoption, communication and social skill building, sibling issues, self-esteem issues, and attachment-related issues through uses of trauma-informed therapy, EMDR, play therapy, sand tray, mindfulness, movement, CBT, and evidence-based therapies.
Elizabeth Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT, ICST
Verified Verified
Rockford, IL 61101
In our sessions, you can expect to see several therapy modalities utilized including Adlerian Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and narrative therapy.
My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, realistic, and empathetic. I have had the privilege of serving children,teens, adults, and families from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in trauma therapy in children and adults and enjoy an experiential approach to healing. I have experience working with domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking survivors.
In our sessions, you can expect to see several therapy modalities utilized including Adlerian Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and narrative therapy.
My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, realistic, and empathetic. I have had the privilege of serving children,teens, adults, and families from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in trauma therapy in children and adults and enjoy an experiential approach to healing. I have experience working with domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking survivors.
HOPE Child and Family Counseling/Teen & Adult Tx
Counselor, MA, LCPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockford, IL 61107
The counselors at HOPE - Child and Family Counseling/Adolescent and Adult Therapy specialize in therapy to promote emotional healing across the lifespan. We provide an atmosphere of acceptance and hope. Our skills are grounded in interpersonal connections and current interventions in neurobiology, attachment, cognitive-behavioral, trauma, family systems, child/ play therapy, drug and alcohol treatment, and more. We apply principles that treat the whole person while knowing that the body, mind, and social world can inter play with how we feel, think, and navigate through life. Locations: Roscoe, IL, Gurnee, IL, and Janesville, WI.
The counselors at HOPE - Child and Family Counseling/Adolescent and Adult Therapy specialize in therapy to promote emotional healing across the lifespan. We provide an atmosphere of acceptance and hope. Our skills are grounded in interpersonal connections and current interventions in neurobiology, attachment, cognitive-behavioral, trauma, family systems, child/ play therapy, drug and alcohol treatment, and more. We apply principles that treat the whole person while knowing that the body, mind, and social world can inter play with how we feel, think, and navigate through life. Locations: Roscoe, IL, Gurnee, IL, and Janesville, WI.
I specialize in art, play therapy, psychodrama, Jungian Psychology, CBT, DBT, EMDR and much more.
We want clients to feel comfortable and at ease while focusing on the issues that bring them to counseling. You will be heard, listened to and taken care of while working on short term or long term problems. My office has a group of other therapists on staff. Our team of professionals work together to insure you and your loved ones receive the highest level of care.
I specialize in art, play therapy, psychodrama, Jungian Psychology, CBT, DBT, EMDR and much more.
We want clients to feel comfortable and at ease while focusing on the issues that bring them to counseling. You will be heard, listened to and taken care of while working on short term or long term problems. My office has a group of other therapists on staff. Our team of professionals work together to insure you and your loved ones receive the highest level of care.
Connections Therapy Center
Psychologist, PsyD, MS, MSCP, BS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockford, IL 61110
Dr. Stear offers 30 years experience compassionately serving children, adolescents, adults and families. Receive expert assistance solving anxiety, depression, relationship issues, medical concerns, as well as the full range of treatment needs. Hypnosis, play therapy, executive coaching, psychological testing, and life style wellness coaching are available in addition to individualized therapy. Additionally, she has built a play therapy, art therapy and yoga space at the office. Meditation practice, yoga classes, pet therapy, & support groups are all available. It is Dr. Stear's highest honor to serve you and your loved ones.
Dr. Stear offers 30 years experience compassionately serving children, adolescents, adults and families. Receive expert assistance solving anxiety, depression, relationship issues, medical concerns, as well as the full range of treatment needs. Hypnosis, play therapy, executive coaching, psychological testing, and life style wellness coaching are available in addition to individualized therapy. Additionally, she has built a play therapy, art therapy and yoga space at the office. Meditation practice, yoga classes, pet therapy, & support groups are all available. It is Dr. Stear's highest honor to serve you and your loved ones.
Healing Crown Counseling PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rockford, IL 61101 (Online Only)
Therapeutic treatment approaches include CBT, DBT, play therapy, motivational interviewing, holistic therapy, and other client centered approaches.
Candice has worked with clients who have struggled with mood disorders, anxiety, psychosis, grief and loss, substance abuse, LGBTQ Issues, personality disorders, and PTSD. Her specialties include struggles with intimate and family relationships, personality disorders, criminal thinking, anger management, poor self image, depression, and trauma. Candice prioritizes the therapeutic relationship and rapport that is developed with each of her clients. She is passionate about helping clients draw strength from their experiences; to live a better quality of life and reach personal fulfillment.
Therapeutic treatment approaches include CBT, DBT, play therapy, motivational interviewing, holistic therapy, and other client centered approaches.
Candice has worked with clients who have struggled with mood disorders, anxiety, psychosis, grief and loss, substance abuse, LGBTQ Issues, personality disorders, and PTSD. Her specialties include struggles with intimate and family relationships, personality disorders, criminal thinking, anger management, poor self image, depression, and trauma. Candice prioritizes the therapeutic relationship and rapport that is developed with each of her clients. She is passionate about helping clients draw strength from their experiences; to live a better quality of life and reach personal fulfillment.
We have been trained to work with a variety of issues-Depression, Anger, Anxiety (group and individual formats), Bipolar disorder, Trauma, Child and Adolescent work (males and females), Sexual Abuse, Play Therapy, Family therapy, Cultural issues (adapting to the western culture), and Gay/Lesbian family issues.
Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers, finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward an Integrative approach and help our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.
We have been trained to work with a variety of issues-Depression, Anger, Anxiety (group and individual formats), Bipolar disorder, Trauma, Child and Adolescent work (males and females), Sexual Abuse, Play Therapy, Family therapy, Cultural issues (adapting to the western culture), and Gay/Lesbian family issues.
Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers, finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward an Integrative approach and help our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
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Rockford, IL 61108
Combatting the stress of relationships, careers, school, and everything else that comes with life can feel incredibly isolating. Past experiences can cloud todays potential and leave us feeling stuck. Nothing seems to work, and you’re looking for a change. I am here to help you with that change! I want to come along this journey with you while we work together to find peace and safety in your life!
Combatting the stress of relationships, careers, school, and everything else that comes with life can feel incredibly isolating. Past experiences can cloud todays potential and leave us feeling stuck. Nothing seems to work, and you’re looking for a change. I am here to help you with that change! I want to come along this journey with you while we work together to find peace and safety in your life!
What truly fuels my passion is the opportunity to support clients as they empower themselves. I am committed to creating an empathetic space where individuals can explore, heal, and grow. Whether it's helping kids navigate their emotions, guiding adolescents through the complexities of identity, or supporting adults in times of change, my goal is to help you throughout the therapeutic process. Together, let's embark on a transformative journey towards healing and well-being.
What truly fuels my passion is the opportunity to support clients as they empower themselves. I am committed to creating an empathetic space where individuals can explore, heal, and grow. Whether it's helping kids navigate their emotions, guiding adolescents through the complexities of identity, or supporting adults in times of change, my goal is to help you throughout the therapeutic process. Together, let's embark on a transformative journey towards healing and well-being.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Rockford understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Rockford understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
With certifications in kid’s yoga, Aut Play, and level one Thera play, I tailor my methods to each child’s unique needs.
Welcome! I’m Tess, a pediatric mental health therapist passionate about helping children and families thrive. I specialize in working with children and adolescents aged 3 to 18, using a client-centered approach to make therapy engaging and accessible.
With certifications in kid’s yoga, Aut Play, and level one Thera play, I tailor my methods to each child’s unique needs.
Welcome! I’m Tess, a pediatric mental health therapist passionate about helping children and families thrive. I specialize in working with children and adolescents aged 3 to 18, using a client-centered approach to make therapy engaging and accessible.
Are you struggling with communicating at home, in the workplace, or in social settings? Do you often find yourself in a mental rut that you just can't seem to get out of? If you have difficulty understanding your emotions, asking for what you need, or putting yourself first as a priority, then finding an outlet through talk therapy with me may be just what you need to make a change in your life.
Are you struggling with communicating at home, in the workplace, or in social settings? Do you often find yourself in a mental rut that you just can't seem to get out of? If you have difficulty understanding your emotions, asking for what you need, or putting yourself first as a priority, then finding an outlet through talk therapy with me may be just what you need to make a change in your life.
Cristina Gloria
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rockford, IL 61108
Life isn't easy and we are not born all knowing. Throughout our life span, we face exciting and terrifying situations that impact the way we function every day and how we interact with others. Then, we feel like we are the only ones suffering, and feelings of loneliness emerge. Our first reaction is to hide and portray that we are doing fine. Then we try dealing with the problem on our own. Later, we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed. We start experiencing extreme difficulties just trying to deal with simple daily life tasks. This is where I come in!
Life isn't easy and we are not born all knowing. Throughout our life span, we face exciting and terrifying situations that impact the way we function every day and how we interact with others. Then, we feel like we are the only ones suffering, and feelings of loneliness emerge. Our first reaction is to hide and portray that we are doing fine. Then we try dealing with the problem on our own. Later, we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed. We start experiencing extreme difficulties just trying to deal with simple daily life tasks. This is where I come in!
Ashley Baylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockford, IL 61114
I strongly believe that everyone can grow and change. My goal is to help you become your best self. I will assist you on this life journey to handle all complex challenges. I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Narrative Therapy as my main approaches. I am passionate about working with kids, adolescents, adults, and seniors. My passion for mental health begins with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, and trauma. Together we can take on life challenges to make sure we overcome them.
I strongly believe that everyone can grow and change. My goal is to help you become your best self. I will assist you on this life journey to handle all complex challenges. I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Narrative Therapy as my main approaches. I am passionate about working with kids, adolescents, adults, and seniors. My passion for mental health begins with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, and trauma. Together we can take on life challenges to make sure we overcome them.
Martrice Henderson-Aldridge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rockford, IL 61107
Are you worried about your marriage/relationship? Does it feel like you just can't be happy? Are you struggling with all the stressors in your life? Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. And we know this is hard. You've likely been debating seeking help for months, if not years. But we're so glad you've come across our practice and have taken the courageous step toward progress.
Are you worried about your marriage/relationship? Does it feel like you just can't be happy? Are you struggling with all the stressors in your life? Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. And we know this is hard. You've likely been debating seeking help for months, if not years. But we're so glad you've come across our practice and have taken the courageous step toward progress.
My goal as a therapist is to create a space where my clients feel safe exploring their stories, experience healing, and find their true selves. I take a person-centered and systemic approach so that I can understand my client's life story and the events that have brought them to seeking services.
My goal as a therapist is to create a space where my clients feel safe exploring their stories, experience healing, and find their true selves. I take a person-centered and systemic approach so that I can understand my client's life story and the events that have brought them to seeking services.
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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.