Play Therapy in Tennessee
Sometimes words aren't needed to make sense of one's experiences and that's why play can allow children to process at a deeper level.
As your therapist, I will provide a tender and nurturing environment to process persistent worry, depression and general life stress. Fear, anxiety and depression can disrupt the quality of your daily life and seeking professional guidance and support can allow you to move through these stressors and develop both effective coping skills and healthy emotional habits. Life stress doesn't have to be debilitating and long term change is absolutely achievable. I work with individuals, children and families.
Sometimes words aren't needed to make sense of one's experiences and that's why play can allow children to process at a deeper level.
As your therapist, I will provide a tender and nurturing environment to process persistent worry, depression and general life stress. Fear, anxiety and depression can disrupt the quality of your daily life and seeking professional guidance and support can allow you to move through these stressors and develop both effective coping skills and healthy emotional habits. Life stress doesn't have to be debilitating and long term change is absolutely achievable. I work with individuals, children and families.
With couples, I work from a base in Gottman method couples therapy, and I use child-centered play therapy with kids.
I love counseling work with adults, adolescents, children (5 y/o+), and couples. Walking along with those experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self-esteem, unwanted pornography habits, and spiritual concerns. I believe clients are unique in what they need from therapy. I tailor my work to the individual and integrate different approaches as they are helpful, including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, attachment theory, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness.
With couples, I work from a base in Gottman method couples therapy, and I use child-centered play therapy with kids.
I love counseling work with adults, adolescents, children (5 y/o+), and couples. Walking along with those experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self-esteem, unwanted pornography habits, and spiritual concerns. I believe clients are unique in what they need from therapy. I tailor my work to the individual and integrate different approaches as they are helpful, including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, attachment theory, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness.
Lisa M. Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37922
I use art therapy, play therapy, solution focused and experiential types of therapy.
Are you ready to connect with a counselor who can assist you with what you need? Are you looking to be understood while sorting through life difficulties you or your family are facing? I work with children, families, adults and couples who are working through grief, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions and conflict.
I use art therapy, play therapy, solution focused and experiential types of therapy.
Are you ready to connect with a counselor who can assist you with what you need? Are you looking to be understood while sorting through life difficulties you or your family are facing? I work with children, families, adults and couples who are working through grief, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions and conflict.
Madeline Martino
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Germantown, TN 38138
Waitlist for new clients
When working with younger children, I implement play therapy techniques.
Our thoughts and feelings affect every part of our lives. They can often be guided by our trauma, anxiety, depression, or life stressors. My goal as a therapist is to work with clients to process and learn ways to live more fully. I lean heavily on focusing on the client’s internal strengths to learn effective strategies. I am guided by cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and solution focused techniques. My experience has given me the opportunity to work with all ages struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, and phase of life issues. It is my goal to provide the client with a safe space free of judgement.
When working with younger children, I implement play therapy techniques.
Our thoughts and feelings affect every part of our lives. They can often be guided by our trauma, anxiety, depression, or life stressors. My goal as a therapist is to work with clients to process and learn ways to live more fully. I lean heavily on focusing on the client’s internal strengths to learn effective strategies. I am guided by cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and solution focused techniques. My experience has given me the opportunity to work with all ages struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, and phase of life issues. It is my goal to provide the client with a safe space free of judgement.
Additionally, I am trained in play therapy and have worked with children as young as age 2 to age 18.
I am the founder, owner and supervising therapist of Saving Grace Counseling in Franklin, TN. I have a license in TN in Professional Counseling, as well as a retired license California as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. My graduate education was rooted in a family systems approach with a later focus on Christian Counseling. I have experience working with children ages 2 - 18, as well as adults of all ages, in a wide range of settings. As such, I am well prepared to work with the entire family system.
Additionally, I am trained in play therapy and have worked with children as young as age 2 to age 18.
I am the founder, owner and supervising therapist of Saving Grace Counseling in Franklin, TN. I have a license in TN in Professional Counseling, as well as a retired license California as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. My graduate education was rooted in a family systems approach with a later focus on Christian Counseling. I have experience working with children ages 2 - 18, as well as adults of all ages, in a wide range of settings. As such, I am well prepared to work with the entire family system.
I am a compassionate and trauma-informed therapist, who is trained in Play Therapy, EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT, TF-CBT, and DBT, with a heart dedicated to healing. I specialize in serving children, teens, and adults through person-centered and trauma-informed approach. I believe in the transformative power of a therapeutic relationship built on trust, empathy, and understanding. My therapeutic approach is rooted in respect for your unique journey. I strive to create a place where you feel heard, valued, and empowered to explore your inner world.
I am a compassionate and trauma-informed therapist, who is trained in Play Therapy, EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT, TF-CBT, and DBT, with a heart dedicated to healing. I specialize in serving children, teens, and adults through person-centered and trauma-informed approach. I believe in the transformative power of a therapeutic relationship built on trust, empathy, and understanding. My therapeutic approach is rooted in respect for your unique journey. I strive to create a place where you feel heard, valued, and empowered to explore your inner world.
S in Counseling Psychology focusing on Play Therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of experience working with a wide range of clients. I have extensive training working with children and teenagers and have worked with families in the Greater Memphis Area for over 10 years. I have a unique insight that allows clients to best express their needs and work towards their individual goals.
S in Counseling Psychology focusing on Play Therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of experience working with a wide range of clients. I have extensive training working with children and teenagers and have worked with families in the Greater Memphis Area for over 10 years. I have a unique insight that allows clients to best express their needs and work towards their individual goals.
Ashley Marie Ottinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maryville, TN 37801
My therapeutic work is focused primarily on supporting children and teens ages 5-18. I utilize a range of evidence-based interventions including CBT and play therapy techniques to meet the needs of clients and operate in a strengths-based framework. I encourage clients and parents to play an active role in decision-making and treatment planning. My goal is to be a partner for growth with each individual.
My therapeutic work is focused primarily on supporting children and teens ages 5-18. I utilize a range of evidence-based interventions including CBT and play therapy techniques to meet the needs of clients and operate in a strengths-based framework. I encourage clients and parents to play an active role in decision-making and treatment planning. My goal is to be a partner for growth with each individual.
With younger children, I use play and art therapy and behavior modification for behavior disorders.
My clientele consists of children, adolescents, and adults. I use a variety of approaches in working with my clients in an attempt to find the most efficacious approach to meet the particular client's needs. As a psychologist, I also perform psychological evaluations for diagnostic purposes. For example, I evaluate cognitive ability, learning disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and many other issues. Finding oneself can be a daunting task in our complex society. I aspire to help my clients achieve self understanding, a sense of efficacy, and develop tools to assist them in navigating life's challenges on their own.
With younger children, I use play and art therapy and behavior modification for behavior disorders.
My clientele consists of children, adolescents, and adults. I use a variety of approaches in working with my clients in an attempt to find the most efficacious approach to meet the particular client's needs. As a psychologist, I also perform psychological evaluations for diagnostic purposes. For example, I evaluate cognitive ability, learning disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and many other issues. Finding oneself can be a daunting task in our complex society. I aspire to help my clients achieve self understanding, a sense of efficacy, and develop tools to assist them in navigating life's challenges on their own.
I use a variety of approaches including mindfulness, CBT, play therapy, ARC, TBRI, narrative, and expressive and art interventions.
I specialize in trauma, attachment losses such as foster care and adoption, and working with children and preteens. I enjoy working with people of all ages to address anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, anger, self-image, caregiver stress, and family changes.
I use a variety of approaches including mindfulness, CBT, play therapy, ARC, TBRI, narrative, and expressive and art interventions.
I specialize in trauma, attachment losses such as foster care and adoption, and working with children and preteens. I enjoy working with people of all ages to address anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, anger, self-image, caregiver stress, and family changes.
Claire Belcher Therapy PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ASDCS
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37211
My counseling approach is Person-Centered and I use Motivational Interviewing, (Trauma Focused) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, and Music Therapy.
I work with adults and teenagers experiencing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, complex PTSD, Schizophrenia, Bi-polar, Emotional Disturbance, Reactive Attachment Disorder and addiction. Additionally, I have an extensive background history working with teenagers and adults diagnosed with Asperger's and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
My counseling approach is Person-Centered and I use Motivational Interviewing, (Trauma Focused) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, and Music Therapy.
I work with adults and teenagers experiencing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, complex PTSD, Schizophrenia, Bi-polar, Emotional Disturbance, Reactive Attachment Disorder and addiction. Additionally, I have an extensive background history working with teenagers and adults diagnosed with Asperger's and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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I am a Registered Play Therapist and a Cert.
I have a heart in helping children and families who have suffered emotional and physical abuse. I help the child/family process their trauma and assist them in making decisions that will lead them to a better life. I assist the child/family in decreasing their pain and helping them navigate to a more productive life. During this journey I enjoy working with the family to help process what has happened and how the future may look brighter. I firmly believe, problems do not exsist in a vacuum and multi-directional healing is a must. Reach out for a consultation and let's evaluate how I can best help your situation.
I am a Registered Play Therapist and a Cert.
I have a heart in helping children and families who have suffered emotional and physical abuse. I help the child/family process their trauma and assist them in making decisions that will lead them to a better life. I assist the child/family in decreasing their pain and helping them navigate to a more productive life. During this journey I enjoy working with the family to help process what has happened and how the future may look brighter. I firmly believe, problems do not exsist in a vacuum and multi-directional healing is a must. Reach out for a consultation and let's evaluate how I can best help your situation.
Andrea Milligan Moody
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37404
Waitlist for new clients
In addition to my passion for play therapy, I especially enjoy working with new mothers, college students and young adults.
Through the therapeutic relationship, I provide a safe and inviting place to be vulnerable, to process life adjustments, and to begin learning healthy coping skills. I have 10 years of experience engaging in counseling relationships with children, adolescents, and adults in the Chattanooga area. I believe that change begins in the context of an authentic relationship and that every unique story deserves to be heard. Drawing from family systems, interpersonal, and cognitive-behavioral approaches, I provide evidence-based therapy for both individuals and families.
In addition to my passion for play therapy, I especially enjoy working with new mothers, college students and young adults.
Through the therapeutic relationship, I provide a safe and inviting place to be vulnerable, to process life adjustments, and to begin learning healthy coping skills. I have 10 years of experience engaging in counseling relationships with children, adolescents, and adults in the Chattanooga area. I believe that change begins in the context of an authentic relationship and that every unique story deserves to be heard. Drawing from family systems, interpersonal, and cognitive-behavioral approaches, I provide evidence-based therapy for both individuals and families.
Haleigh is certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), trained in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Play Therapy interventions, and Sand Tray Therapy.
Haleigh is a Licensed Master Social Worker who is passionate about helping children and families navigate challenging life experiences. Haleigh received both her Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development & Family Studies and Master of Social Work degree from Middle Tennessee State University. With over five years of experience working with children and families, Haleigh has helped many individuals on their way to healing and recovery.
Haleigh is certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), trained in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Play Therapy interventions, and Sand Tray Therapy.
Haleigh is a Licensed Master Social Worker who is passionate about helping children and families navigate challenging life experiences. Haleigh received both her Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development & Family Studies and Master of Social Work degree from Middle Tennessee State University. With over five years of experience working with children and families, Haleigh has helped many individuals on their way to healing and recovery.
Nicollette Sanders
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
To tailor the needs of each individual I utilize modalities such as play therapy, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), and mindfulness techniques to help them manage current life stressors.
Hi, my name is Nicollette! I am passionate about working with children by helping them where they are to provide hope that better days lie ahead. If your child is dealing with anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, or finding it difficult to manage current life stressors let’s begin the path to healing. Let’s work together to focus on strengths to help your child cope with difficult emotions, build resiliency, and find the skills to move forward to create overall happiness and satisfaction. Having worked in the school system for over a decade, I have witnessed firsthand many of the challenges children face.
To tailor the needs of each individual I utilize modalities such as play therapy, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), and mindfulness techniques to help them manage current life stressors.
Hi, my name is Nicollette! I am passionate about working with children by helping them where they are to provide hope that better days lie ahead. If your child is dealing with anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, or finding it difficult to manage current life stressors let’s begin the path to healing. Let’s work together to focus on strengths to help your child cope with difficult emotions, build resiliency, and find the skills to move forward to create overall happiness and satisfaction. Having worked in the school system for over a decade, I have witnessed firsthand many of the challenges children face.
Mallory Morris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hendersonville, TN 37075
Training in EMDR, Brainspotting, TBRI, Thera play, Circle of Security, Trauma Focused CBT, Attachment Regulation & Competency, and Sensory Motor Affect Regulation Therapy.
Change can be scary. Seeking help and support can be a big step. I will walk beside you through the journey from hard things to a life of hope and healing. There’s nothing more powerful than together. Hope and healing is possible. I am passionate about building trust and working with clients to set achievable goals to work towards together. I help children, adolescents, or adults, through learning regulation and coping skills using art, play, or other experiential means. If you are managing stress, anxiety, depression, need trauma processing, or need attachment work and support through adoption, please inquire.
Training in EMDR, Brainspotting, TBRI, Thera play, Circle of Security, Trauma Focused CBT, Attachment Regulation & Competency, and Sensory Motor Affect Regulation Therapy.
Change can be scary. Seeking help and support can be a big step. I will walk beside you through the journey from hard things to a life of hope and healing. There’s nothing more powerful than together. Hope and healing is possible. I am passionate about building trust and working with clients to set achievable goals to work towards together. I help children, adolescents, or adults, through learning regulation and coping skills using art, play, or other experiential means. If you are managing stress, anxiety, depression, need trauma processing, or need attachment work and support through adoption, please inquire.
When working with teens my approach is client centered where I incorporate play therapy, experiential therapy, and emotion/communication development in sessions.
Whether you feel stuck or just need support in learning to communicate with one another, I am here for you. My goal is to offer a safe comforting space free of the fear of judgement for you or your family to explore what healing looks like for you. My passion is walking along side teens ages 12-19, their families, and pre-marital couples. I offer help with those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, ADHD, grief, adoption, and more. As a therapist I have experience working with adolescents boys in residential treatment, their families, and separately have worked with premarital couples counseling!
When working with teens my approach is client centered where I incorporate play therapy, experiential therapy, and emotion/communication development in sessions.
Whether you feel stuck or just need support in learning to communicate with one another, I am here for you. My goal is to offer a safe comforting space free of the fear of judgement for you or your family to explore what healing looks like for you. My passion is walking along side teens ages 12-19, their families, and pre-marital couples. I offer help with those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, ADHD, grief, adoption, and more. As a therapist I have experience working with adolescents boys in residential treatment, their families, and separately have worked with premarital couples counseling!
Additional work with the family expands the child's healing and allows the child a safe place to grow outside the play therapy room.
I work with a wide range of populations from individuals, families, parents, premarital, ADHD, autism/Asperger's, giftedness, twice-exceptional (2e) & beyond. As a licensed marriage & family therapist, I believe in therapy for the whole person to include mind, body, spirit. We are all made for connection - to ourselves & to others. When we open ourselves to another person, we trust that person with our most vulnerable self. My goal is to provide that safe place. As you find safety in nurturing the essence of who you are, you will discover that growth begins. With that growth, comes healing within yourself & your relationships
Additional work with the family expands the child's healing and allows the child a safe place to grow outside the play therapy room.
I work with a wide range of populations from individuals, families, parents, premarital, ADHD, autism/Asperger's, giftedness, twice-exceptional (2e) & beyond. As a licensed marriage & family therapist, I believe in therapy for the whole person to include mind, body, spirit. We are all made for connection - to ourselves & to others. When we open ourselves to another person, we trust that person with our most vulnerable self. My goal is to provide that safe place. As you find safety in nurturing the essence of who you are, you will discover that growth begins. With that growth, comes healing within yourself & your relationships
Amanda Wells
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC, MHSP, (temp)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37217
For children, I use child centered play therapy to facilitate change and healing.
Every person's story is unique and worth exploring. I strive to make therapy an inclusive space where individuals feel free to be their whole, authentic self. My goal is to walk with you on your journey to wellness, whatever the destination might be. I work with young children, teens, and adults. I most commonly focus on helping those trying to manage ADHD, anxiety, stress from life transitions, and anyone searching for a positive change.
For children, I use child centered play therapy to facilitate change and healing.
Every person's story is unique and worth exploring. I strive to make therapy an inclusive space where individuals feel free to be their whole, authentic self. My goal is to walk with you on your journey to wellness, whatever the destination might be. I work with young children, teens, and adults. I most commonly focus on helping those trying to manage ADHD, anxiety, stress from life transitions, and anyone searching for a positive change.
hypnosis, Gestalt role-playing, dream interpretation, EMDR--eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, stress management, relaxation exercises, guided imagery, visualization, art therapy, or play therapy with young children) within the context of a total treatment plan and therapeutic relationship.
I have been in professional psychological practice since 1979, been married many years, raised 2 children and shared in raising 3 step-children, so I have many years of clinical and personal experience on which to draw. However, I am always learning and growing, and enjoy sharing the journey of self-discovery with my clients/patients. I tailor my psychological treatment with individuals (adults, adolescents, and children), couples, and families to each person's unique situation. I utilize a variety of different treatment approaches, depending on the problems presented, ranging from cognitive-behavioral, insight, family systems, to supportive reality therapy.
hypnosis, Gestalt role-playing, dream interpretation, EMDR--eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, stress management, relaxation exercises, guided imagery, visualization, art therapy, or play therapy with young children) within the context of a total treatment plan and therapeutic relationship.
I have been in professional psychological practice since 1979, been married many years, raised 2 children and shared in raising 3 step-children, so I have many years of clinical and personal experience on which to draw. However, I am always learning and growing, and enjoy sharing the journey of self-discovery with my clients/patients. I tailor my psychological treatment with individuals (adults, adolescents, and children), couples, and families to each person's unique situation. I utilize a variety of different treatment approaches, depending on the problems presented, ranging from cognitive-behavioral, insight, family systems, to supportive reality therapy.
