Play Therapy in Uptown, Dallas, TX
Ashlyn Royal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, YT 200
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uptown, Dallas, TX 75204 (Online Only)
I hold a Master's in Mental Health Counseling from A&M University-Commerce, specializing in Play Therapy.
First off, I would like to acknowledge how brave you are for taking the first steps towards positive change and growth. I understand everyone’s situation is unique, and this process can feel overwhelming. I subscribe to a holistic perspective of counseling and work with each person on an individual basis to focus on their own needs. Together we can create healthy coping skills, build self-esteem, and work to alleviate those stressful moments in your life. When given a safe, nonjudgmental environment, everyone has the power to be who they want to be, even when life feels out of control!
I hold a Master's in Mental Health Counseling from A&M University-Commerce, specializing in Play Therapy.
First off, I would like to acknowledge how brave you are for taking the first steps towards positive change and growth. I understand everyone’s situation is unique, and this process can feel overwhelming. I subscribe to a holistic perspective of counseling and work with each person on an individual basis to focus on their own needs. Together we can create healthy coping skills, build self-esteem, and work to alleviate those stressful moments in your life. When given a safe, nonjudgmental environment, everyone has the power to be who they want to be, even when life feels out of control!
Mindy A Bell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Uptown, Dallas, TX 75204
I hope visiting my office feels warm and safe - a place you can relax, let your guard down, & connect deeply with yourself. Many of my clients seek therapy for support as they navigate important relationships in their lives that are difficult. Or they want to feel more confident living authentically. Or they want better self-understanding so that they can get to the root of things bothering them. I specialize in helping older teens and adults heal from past relational wounds so that they can trust themselves more fully in the present & move forward with more freedom and joy! I also offer play therapy for children & work w/couples.
I hope visiting my office feels warm and safe - a place you can relax, let your guard down, & connect deeply with yourself. Many of my clients seek therapy for support as they navigate important relationships in their lives that are difficult. Or they want to feel more confident living authentically. Or they want better self-understanding so that they can get to the root of things bothering them. I specialize in helping older teens and adults heal from past relational wounds so that they can trust themselves more fully in the present & move forward with more freedom and joy! I also offer play therapy for children & work w/couples.
Estee Combs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, Associa
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Uptown, Dallas, TX 75204
I'm passionate about connecting with my clients by meeting them where they are and creating a non-judgmental space for self-expression and healing. I strive to model seeing my clients authentically with the intention they, in turn, come to see and accept themselves more deeply. Inspired through my practice as a certified yoga instructor, I take a holistic lens that considers the many facets of a person and their environment in conceptualizing problems, setting goals, and considering diagnosis. I specialize in creatively working with individuals who are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, or ADHD.
I'm passionate about connecting with my clients by meeting them where they are and creating a non-judgmental space for self-expression and healing. I strive to model seeing my clients authentically with the intention they, in turn, come to see and accept themselves more deeply. Inspired through my practice as a certified yoga instructor, I take a holistic lens that considers the many facets of a person and their environment in conceptualizing problems, setting goals, and considering diagnosis. I specialize in creatively working with individuals who are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, or ADHD.
With a wealth of experience spanning diverse demographics, I've served as a seasoned counselor, offering guidance to children, adolescents, individuals grappling with substance abuse, LGBTQ community members, those with ADHD, individuals facing depression, and veterans. Over the years, I've been fortunate to glean insights from seasoned professionals, shaping my approach to client care significantly. In my work with children, I integrate art, activities, and games to foster communication and personal development. Though I'll admit, I frequently find myself on the losing side of UNO!
With a wealth of experience spanning diverse demographics, I've served as a seasoned counselor, offering guidance to children, adolescents, individuals grappling with substance abuse, LGBTQ community members, those with ADHD, individuals facing depression, and veterans. Over the years, I've been fortunate to glean insights from seasoned professionals, shaping my approach to client care significantly. In my work with children, I integrate art, activities, and games to foster communication and personal development. Though I'll admit, I frequently find myself on the losing side of UNO!
My goal as a therapist is simply to meet you where you are and help you to take the next step. I know that taking that initial leap into your healing journey is tough, but you deserve support, care, and clarity.
My goal as a therapist is simply to meet you where you are and help you to take the next step. I know that taking that initial leap into your healing journey is tough, but you deserve support, care, and clarity.
Ruby Adjei
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Uptown, Dallas, TX 75204 (Online Only)
Ruby Adjei is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas who has over 6 years of experience partnering with children, adults, and families who are seeking help with addiction, anger, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and trauma. She completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Texas-Tyler and received her Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University.
Ruby Adjei is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas who has over 6 years of experience partnering with children, adults, and families who are seeking help with addiction, anger, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and trauma. She completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Texas-Tyler and received her Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University.
Life is full of twist and turns, and getting past the hard curves sometimes seem impossible. By providing a safe environment that allow people to feel secure and confident enough to explore their emotions and thoughts, I am better able to establish an understanding, provide support and empower as many as possible to move past the impossible. To empower others is to instill hope, desire, knowledge, a willingness to change, growth, a positive outlook, and healing. Email or Call me today to start your journey towards healing and being empowered.
Life is full of twist and turns, and getting past the hard curves sometimes seem impossible. By providing a safe environment that allow people to feel secure and confident enough to explore their emotions and thoughts, I am better able to establish an understanding, provide support and empower as many as possible to move past the impossible. To empower others is to instill hope, desire, knowledge, a willingness to change, growth, a positive outlook, and healing. Email or Call me today to start your journey towards healing and being empowered.
Debra Arseneaux
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uptown, Dallas, TX 75204 (Online Only)
For best and quickest response, email me! Phone calls are difficult to return in a timely manner with my schedule. My clients range in a variety of needs and challenges, and my experience across a diverse demographic gives me the opportunity to help people in most situations to recover, heal and overcome issues in their lives. I enjoy helping people transform their lives in both reactive and proactive ways, and look forward to helping you meet your goals.
For best and quickest response, email me! Phone calls are difficult to return in a timely manner with my schedule. My clients range in a variety of needs and challenges, and my experience across a diverse demographic gives me the opportunity to help people in most situations to recover, heal and overcome issues in their lives. I enjoy helping people transform their lives in both reactive and proactive ways, and look forward to helping you meet your goals.
The Well Therapy Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Uptown, Dallas, TX 75204
There is no greater freedom than living in your true self, a self authentically and lovingly connected to others. It’s how we are built. It’s how our children are built. Living the kind of balance many of us aspire to looks a heck of lot easier in print than it is in action. It takes work to integrate it all, but it is so worth it.
There is no greater freedom than living in your true self, a self authentically and lovingly connected to others. It’s how we are built. It’s how our children are built. Living the kind of balance many of us aspire to looks a heck of lot easier in print than it is in action. It takes work to integrate it all, but it is so worth it.
Danielle Crockett
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC-S, NCC, RPT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Uptown, Dallas, TX 75204 (Online Only)
Whether you feel stuck or don't know the direction to go, together we will navigate life's challenges and explore new ways of thinking, feeling and living. I am honored to provide my clients a safe and creative therapy space to express themselves in an open and honest way without judgement. I specialize in supporting adults facing various challenges such as life transitions, anxiety, depression, parenting, relationship issues, and work-related stress. Video sessions are available for clients in Louisiana, Texas, Illinois and Georgia. Currently, all sessions are conducted virtually.
Whether you feel stuck or don't know the direction to go, together we will navigate life's challenges and explore new ways of thinking, feeling and living. I am honored to provide my clients a safe and creative therapy space to express themselves in an open and honest way without judgement. I specialize in supporting adults facing various challenges such as life transitions, anxiety, depression, parenting, relationship issues, and work-related stress. Video sessions are available for clients in Louisiana, Texas, Illinois and Georgia. Currently, all sessions are conducted virtually.
Asha (Ayee-Shuh) Creary
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC, IPT-CST
Verified Verified
Uptown, Dallas, TX 75204
Now Offering Supervision for LPC-Associates.... I am a professional counselor who strongly believes that we can heal ourselves through a shift in our thought patterns, behaviors & mindset. I enjoy working with men and women and teens who are struggling with the longterm aftermath of childhood trauma leading to increased experiences with anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD & maladaptive attachment styles. I start the therapeutic experience by exploring your family history & build connections to current disruptive & unhealthy patterns impacting your mental health.
Now Offering Supervision for LPC-Associates.... I am a professional counselor who strongly believes that we can heal ourselves through a shift in our thought patterns, behaviors & mindset. I enjoy working with men and women and teens who are struggling with the longterm aftermath of childhood trauma leading to increased experiences with anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD & maladaptive attachment styles. I start the therapeutic experience by exploring your family history & build connections to current disruptive & unhealthy patterns impacting your mental health.
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Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uptown, Dallas, TX 75204
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
Tizita Seifu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCS, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uptown, Dallas, TX 75225 (Online Only)
You want to experience more peace, energy, and effectiveness as you pursue your goals and increased quality of life. You are seeking to increase fulfillment, alignment and purpose in your life and/or career. I help address concerns and achieve goals surrounding anxiety, depression and career so that you can discover more peace, empowerment, and purposeful impact. I am a Board Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years' experience in practice.
You want to experience more peace, energy, and effectiveness as you pursue your goals and increased quality of life. You are seeking to increase fulfillment, alignment and purpose in your life and/or career. I help address concerns and achieve goals surrounding anxiety, depression and career so that you can discover more peace, empowerment, and purposeful impact. I am a Board Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years' experience in practice.
Online Therapists
Alex is a 1st gen counselor who works with children of all ages, adolescents, teens & young adults. She will collaborate with you in different therapeutic manners to find the best route together for you/ your child. With her laid-back and positive attitude, your health and well-being will be accepted and prioritized. Alex considers your unique birth order and environment to play an important role in the growth of a child, which leads to the development of our "inner child" or inner voice. Our triggers unconsciously awaken our inner child and lead us to cope/ respond similarly to out younger self.
Alex is a 1st gen counselor who works with children of all ages, adolescents, teens & young adults. She will collaborate with you in different therapeutic manners to find the best route together for you/ your child. With her laid-back and positive attitude, your health and well-being will be accepted and prioritized. Alex considers your unique birth order and environment to play an important role in the growth of a child, which leads to the development of our "inner child" or inner voice. Our triggers unconsciously awaken our inner child and lead us to cope/ respond similarly to out younger self.
Ana Guzmán
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75218
Waitlist for new clients
I have specialty training to work with children as a Registered Play Therapist - Supervisor.
Hope: it all begins with hope! Thank you for reaching out during a challenging season of life, whether it is your own or that of your child. I am trained and certified in various types of therapy to provide individualized services that can assist with your mental health well-being goals. Our practice serves clients ages two through adulthood and provides services to fellow therapists. I look forward to meeting you and seeing how I can help. I also provide clinical supervision for LPC-Associates and those wishing to pursue their RPT.
I have specialty training to work with children as a Registered Play Therapist - Supervisor.
Hope: it all begins with hope! Thank you for reaching out during a challenging season of life, whether it is your own or that of your child. I am trained and certified in various types of therapy to provide individualized services that can assist with your mental health well-being goals. Our practice serves clients ages two through adulthood and provides services to fellow therapists. I look forward to meeting you and seeing how I can help. I also provide clinical supervision for LPC-Associates and those wishing to pursue their RPT.
I have experience in play and activity therapy, medical specialties, inpatient and partial hospitalization programs, foster care, and drug/alcohol education.
Looking for a therapist for your child or adolescent can be daunting. Every child's situation and needs are different. I provide a warm, energetic, compassionate atmosphere to help make my clients and their families feel at ease. Whether that means talking while playing ping pong or talking via telehealth. I believe that when a child is in their element, they are more likely to be receptive to the therapeutic process. This is why our office has several play and activity rooms. I also believe that communication with parents is the key to success, so I communicate frequently with parents via email or with parent meetings.
I have experience in play and activity therapy, medical specialties, inpatient and partial hospitalization programs, foster care, and drug/alcohol education.
Looking for a therapist for your child or adolescent can be daunting. Every child's situation and needs are different. I provide a warm, energetic, compassionate atmosphere to help make my clients and their families feel at ease. Whether that means talking while playing ping pong or talking via telehealth. I believe that when a child is in their element, they are more likely to be receptive to the therapeutic process. This is why our office has several play and activity rooms. I also believe that communication with parents is the key to success, so I communicate frequently with parents via email or with parent meetings.
I offer a holistic approach that integrates play therapy, art therapy, and CBT to address your needs.
My ideal client is between the ages of 4 and 18 who is struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or mood disorders. Children and adolescents need a safe space to express their emotions and develop coping strategies in order to reduce symptoms, improve functioning in daily life, and achieve long-term emotional well-being. I also love working with families who want to be involved in the therapeutic process. I am a big believer that most of the work is done in between sessions, and I am here to help you and your family find something that works best for you.
I offer a holistic approach that integrates play therapy, art therapy, and CBT to address your needs.
My ideal client is between the ages of 4 and 18 who is struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or mood disorders. Children and adolescents need a safe space to express their emotions and develop coping strategies in order to reduce symptoms, improve functioning in daily life, and achieve long-term emotional well-being. I also love working with families who want to be involved in the therapeutic process. I am a big believer that most of the work is done in between sessions, and I am here to help you and your family find something that works best for you.
Madison King
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75206
Whether it’s play therapy, teens, parents, or young adults, I am here to support you and your goals.
In my work, I have experienced that positive change occurs best when the therapist is able to create an environment of safety, trust, and acceptance. In this space, the client is able to fully be themselves and begin to navigate their own challenges and difficulties. I utilize evidenced-based techniques, specifically Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and client-centered approaches to meet the individual needs of each client and their families. I am passionate about working with children through play therapy as well as their parents. I also work with teens and young adults with a variety of presenting concerns.
Whether it’s play therapy, teens, parents, or young adults, I am here to support you and your goals.
In my work, I have experienced that positive change occurs best when the therapist is able to create an environment of safety, trust, and acceptance. In this space, the client is able to fully be themselves and begin to navigate their own challenges and difficulties. I utilize evidenced-based techniques, specifically Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and client-centered approaches to meet the individual needs of each client and their families. I am passionate about working with children through play therapy as well as their parents. I also work with teens and young adults with a variety of presenting concerns.
I provide therapy for children through adulthood, parent coaching focusing on child attunement, and I am a certified Aut play Therapist focusing on neurodivergent client needs.
Life is hard. You don't have to face it alone. As a previous classroom educator and Dyslexia Specialist, I am passionate about helping people grow and learn in the classroom and through mental health counseling. I utilize a Child-Centered and Adlerian approach to play therapy to speak to children through their language, which is play. Attuning to teenagers and adults to help them gain self-awareness regarding their thoughts and insecurities and build inner strength/resilience is an innate passion I possess.
I provide therapy for children through adulthood, parent coaching focusing on child attunement, and I am a certified Aut play Therapist focusing on neurodivergent client needs.
Life is hard. You don't have to face it alone. As a previous classroom educator and Dyslexia Specialist, I am passionate about helping people grow and learn in the classroom and through mental health counseling. I utilize a Child-Centered and Adlerian approach to play therapy to speak to children through their language, which is play. Attuning to teenagers and adults to help them gain self-awareness regarding their thoughts and insecurities and build inner strength/resilience is an innate passion I possess.
I have been working with children and adolescents for almost 20 years through the educational system and now private practice. I believe in the inherent ability of children, tweens and teens to achieve positive self-growth through the use of therapy. My extensive training in client-centered play therapy qualifies me to help young children work through, but not limited to a variety of issues including, behavioral issues, anxiety and trauma. It is important to meet tweens and teens where they are at which is why telehealth is a wonderful tool for them to work toward positive changes in their lives.
I have been working with children and adolescents for almost 20 years through the educational system and now private practice. I believe in the inherent ability of children, tweens and teens to achieve positive self-growth through the use of therapy. My extensive training in client-centered play therapy qualifies me to help young children work through, but not limited to a variety of issues including, behavioral issues, anxiety and trauma. It is important to meet tweens and teens where they are at which is why telehealth is a wonderful tool for them to work toward positive changes in their lives.
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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.