Play Therapy in Cypress, TX
Nashema M. Hatten
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77429
Waitlist for new clients
I have studied courses in play therapy.
People face challenges and self-doubt everyday. You may be struggling in your relationship with your child, spouse or co-workers. You may be wondering if your sadness or anxiety will simply go away on its own or if you need help. A myriad of questions and concerns may be weighing you down. If you are currently stressed in any of these areas, therapy may be the right tool for you.
I have studied courses in play therapy.
People face challenges and self-doubt everyday. You may be struggling in your relationship with your child, spouse or co-workers. You may be wondering if your sadness or anxiety will simply go away on its own or if you need help. A myriad of questions and concerns may be weighing you down. If you are currently stressed in any of these areas, therapy may be the right tool for you.
Lisa Dawn Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd, CCPT
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77433
I work with children using play therapy and sand tray therapy learned during my training from the Center for Play Therapy at the University of North Texas.
I truly believe life is meant to be spent in relationship with others and that is what makes the counseling process so effective in bringing about life change. Healing, restoration, and reconciliation happen in those moments spent within a therapeutic counseling relationship. I consider my role as a counselor a privilege in walking alongside my clients on their journey towards living an abundant and fulfilled life. Whether you find yourself struggling in a relationship with your child, spouse, friend or co-worker; or you find yourself wrestling within, I am here to walk with you. You are not alone, and I am ready to help.
I work with children using play therapy and sand tray therapy learned during my training from the Center for Play Therapy at the University of North Texas.
I truly believe life is meant to be spent in relationship with others and that is what makes the counseling process so effective in bringing about life change. Healing, restoration, and reconciliation happen in those moments spent within a therapeutic counseling relationship. I consider my role as a counselor a privilege in walking alongside my clients on their journey towards living an abundant and fulfilled life. Whether you find yourself struggling in a relationship with your child, spouse, friend or co-worker; or you find yourself wrestling within, I am here to walk with you. You are not alone, and I am ready to help.
Brooke Medina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77433
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me and my practice. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. I specialize in working with children (as young as 2 years old), teens, parents, and women to address a variety of emotional and behavioral issues, such as life transitions, inattention/impulsivity, depression, anxiety, parent-child relational issues, grief, trauma, anger management, school and social challenges, attachment difficulties, developmental delays, adoption, selective mutism, shame and resilience practice, and a multitude of other presenting challenges.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me and my practice. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. I specialize in working with children (as young as 2 years old), teens, parents, and women to address a variety of emotional and behavioral issues, such as life transitions, inattention/impulsivity, depression, anxiety, parent-child relational issues, grief, trauma, anger management, school and social challenges, attachment difficulties, developmental delays, adoption, selective mutism, shame and resilience practice, and a multitude of other presenting challenges.
Jennifer Driscoll Nichols
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77429
Having worked in both the public school setting and private practice for over 22 years, I possess expertise in helping children of all ages and their families navigate difficult life events/periods of their lives. Let me partner with you to assist your child and your family on the road to healing. I have a fully appointed Playroom, as well as space for adolescents and adults. I use Child-Centered Play Therapy for Children ages 3 to 9, Sandtray, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) for adolescents and teens, and SFBT & Sandtray with adults & couples. My website is www.JenniferNicholsCounseling.com.
Having worked in both the public school setting and private practice for over 22 years, I possess expertise in helping children of all ages and their families navigate difficult life events/periods of their lives. Let me partner with you to assist your child and your family on the road to healing. I have a fully appointed Playroom, as well as space for adolescents and adults. I use Child-Centered Play Therapy for Children ages 3 to 9, Sandtray, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) for adolescents and teens, and SFBT & Sandtray with adults & couples. My website is www.JenniferNicholsCounseling.com.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I love seeing children, teens, and adults, and I am passionate about helping people work through problems that are preventing them from being their best selves. When working with children, I use the effective and evidenced-based principles of Child-Center Play Therapy (CCPT). I have helped children experiencing social, emotional, and behavioral problems, including anxiety, ADHD, depression, Down Syndrome, ASD, adjustment to divorce, and incarceration of a parent. I also have experience working with children who have experienced trauma such as abuse, neglect, or the death of a loved one.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I love seeing children, teens, and adults, and I am passionate about helping people work through problems that are preventing them from being their best selves. When working with children, I use the effective and evidenced-based principles of Child-Center Play Therapy (CCPT). I have helped children experiencing social, emotional, and behavioral problems, including anxiety, ADHD, depression, Down Syndrome, ASD, adjustment to divorce, and incarceration of a parent. I also have experience working with children who have experienced trauma such as abuse, neglect, or the death of a loved one.
Michelle Urquhart
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77433
By using play therapy, I provide children with the space to learn and heal in the ways that come most naturally to them.
Every parent and child deserves support in navigating their life challenges. Parents may feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and unsure of how things can get better. Children may struggle with the ever-evolving changes that accompany growing up, and learning how to be and who they are in their world.
By using play therapy, I provide children with the space to learn and heal in the ways that come most naturally to them.
Every parent and child deserves support in navigating their life challenges. Parents may feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and unsure of how things can get better. Children may struggle with the ever-evolving changes that accompany growing up, and learning how to be and who they are in their world.
Erin Silva
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, ICST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77429
I am a strong advocate for the use of play therapy with children and art therapy for adolescents.
I previously worked in Cyfair ISD for 15 years, with my last 10 years as a school counselor. I have always had a strong passion for helping children and families. Over the years, I have worked with a variety of childhood and adolescent issues: ADHD, anxiety, anger management, depression, self harm, divorce, adjustment issues, abuse and grief. I use a number of different therapy approaches based on each person's needs, but primarily CBT, DBT, & Sandtray. My main goal for therapy is to teach people coping strategies to better deal with the difficult situations in their lives and to improve their behavior and communication skills.
I am a strong advocate for the use of play therapy with children and art therapy for adolescents.
I previously worked in Cyfair ISD for 15 years, with my last 10 years as a school counselor. I have always had a strong passion for helping children and families. Over the years, I have worked with a variety of childhood and adolescent issues: ADHD, anxiety, anger management, depression, self harm, divorce, adjustment issues, abuse and grief. I use a number of different therapy approaches based on each person's needs, but primarily CBT, DBT, & Sandtray. My main goal for therapy is to teach people coping strategies to better deal with the difficult situations in their lives and to improve their behavior and communication skills.
I have dedicated my career to helping children, families, and individuals process trauma and improve their mental health through a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach. I am passionate about helping those who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, relational issues, dysfunctional family systems and trauma. I also specialize in providing adoption-competent therapy to adoptees and their families. My services for children include play-therapy techniques and the development of emotional regulation and social skills. I hope we can work together to find effective coping mechanisms to help you navigate life's challenges!
I have dedicated my career to helping children, families, and individuals process trauma and improve their mental health through a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach. I am passionate about helping those who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, relational issues, dysfunctional family systems and trauma. I also specialize in providing adoption-competent therapy to adoptees and their families. My services for children include play-therapy techniques and the development of emotional regulation and social skills. I hope we can work together to find effective coping mechanisms to help you navigate life's challenges!
Ellie Mental Health Cypress West
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77433
We offer individual, couples, family and play therapy.
Ellie Mental Health in Cypress West, Texas isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs. We have therapists to fit your needs and currently, we have immediate openings.
We offer individual, couples, family and play therapy.
Ellie Mental Health in Cypress West, Texas isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs. We have therapists to fit your needs and currently, we have immediate openings.
Our counselors specialize in: play therapy, couples counseling, speech therapy, child, adolescent & tween therapy, group counseling, family counseling, and adult individual therapy.
From the moment a client enters our grounds, we strive to provide a warm, therapeutic, and inviting atmosphere. We have a variety of talented counselors and speech therapists with various specialties that allows us to match you with the therapist that is a fit for your needs. Whether you are faced with challenging and stressful relationships within your family, a personal need of a struggling child or family member, or an individual need for yourself, we have the right counselors for you. We look forward to working with you!
Our counselors specialize in: play therapy, couples counseling, speech therapy, child, adolescent & tween therapy, group counseling, family counseling, and adult individual therapy.
From the moment a client enters our grounds, we strive to provide a warm, therapeutic, and inviting atmosphere. We have a variety of talented counselors and speech therapists with various specialties that allows us to match you with the therapist that is a fit for your needs. Whether you are faced with challenging and stressful relationships within your family, a personal need of a struggling child or family member, or an individual need for yourself, we have the right counselors for you. We look forward to working with you!
Felicia Ann Tedder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77433
Accepting new clients. I provide individual and family counseling to ages 5 and up. I use a solution focused and cognitive behavioral approach. I use play therapy techniques with my younger clients. I have been in the field for over 25 years. I have worked in varies settings including PHP, IOP, military family service centers, residential settings and crisis centers for domestic violence and sexual assault. I am a trained and certified provider of Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). This is an evidence based treatment for PTSD symptoms. This treatment focuses on stuck points that come from a person's thoughts about the trauma
Accepting new clients. I provide individual and family counseling to ages 5 and up. I use a solution focused and cognitive behavioral approach. I use play therapy techniques with my younger clients. I have been in the field for over 25 years. I have worked in varies settings including PHP, IOP, military family service centers, residential settings and crisis centers for domestic violence and sexual assault. I am a trained and certified provider of Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). This is an evidence based treatment for PTSD symptoms. This treatment focuses on stuck points that come from a person's thoughts about the trauma
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77429
My specialization as a Registered Play Therapist allows me to work with children as young as 2 years of age.
Finding the right match between client and therapist is the most critical factor in achieving a positive treatment outcome. It takes a great amount of trust to form a therapeutic relationship. Compassion coupled with confronting unhealthy coping that one may not be aware of are keys to lasting change. My clients often report feeling not only understood, but also helped in understanding their struggles from another perspective. Together we explore unhelpful patterns while practicing healthier ways of being. Clients know my level of sincerity, knowledge and dedication fairly quickly as I believe genuineness is essential to good treatment outcomes.
My specialization as a Registered Play Therapist allows me to work with children as young as 2 years of age.
Finding the right match between client and therapist is the most critical factor in achieving a positive treatment outcome. It takes a great amount of trust to form a therapeutic relationship. Compassion coupled with confronting unhealthy coping that one may not be aware of are keys to lasting change. My clients often report feeling not only understood, but also helped in understanding their struggles from another perspective. Together we explore unhelpful patterns while practicing healthier ways of being. Clients know my level of sincerity, knowledge and dedication fairly quickly as I believe genuineness is essential to good treatment outcomes.
Tom Stevens
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77433
I began my counseling career specializing in play therapy with foster and adoptive children, and then built a strong specialization in parenting.
Finding the right therapist means finding the right fit for you. With over 20 years in private practice, I pride myself on helping you feel comfortable and confident that you will get the answers you need to a better life. I specialize in parenting and play therapy with children, working with higher level athletes, and couples. I have also hosted my own internet radio talk show on parenting and family relationships, and have appeared on television and radio programs (talking about parenting and bullying).
I began my counseling career specializing in play therapy with foster and adoptive children, and then built a strong specialization in parenting.
Finding the right therapist means finding the right fit for you. With over 20 years in private practice, I pride myself on helping you feel comfortable and confident that you will get the answers you need to a better life. I specialize in parenting and play therapy with children, working with higher level athletes, and couples. I have also hosted my own internet radio talk show on parenting and family relationships, and have appeared on television and radio programs (talking about parenting and bullying).
Hello! I am Monica Stiles, Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate under the supervision of Alice Payne, LPC-S, Registered Play Therapist-S. I also have a Specialist Degree in School Psychology. I have seven years experience working in local school districts where I had the pleasure of working with children aged 3 through 21 providing them with knowledge of coping skills, social skills, and various other skills. I have experience working with individuals experiencing ADHD, Autism, Intellectual Disability, Depression, Anxiety, and other various mental health concerns.
Hello! I am Monica Stiles, Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate under the supervision of Alice Payne, LPC-S, Registered Play Therapist-S. I also have a Specialist Degree in School Psychology. I have seven years experience working in local school districts where I had the pleasure of working with children aged 3 through 21 providing them with knowledge of coping skills, social skills, and various other skills. I have experience working with individuals experiencing ADHD, Autism, Intellectual Disability, Depression, Anxiety, and other various mental health concerns.
Melissa Borchgrevink
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77429
My specialties include play therapy, sandtray, grief, ADHD, anxiety, and depression.
Life can be challenging, and it can be difficult to know how to make it better. Having someone to help guide you through the challenges can make it less overwhelming. I believe in the power for every person to change their life if given the right roadmap to follow. I work with children, teens, and adults. The treatment approach used depends on the needs of the client. I use play therapy with children because play allows them to express themselves when they may not have the words to talk about their thoughts or feelings. I use traditional talk therapy and other approaches with teens and adults.
My specialties include play therapy, sandtray, grief, ADHD, anxiety, and depression.
Life can be challenging, and it can be difficult to know how to make it better. Having someone to help guide you through the challenges can make it less overwhelming. I believe in the power for every person to change their life if given the right roadmap to follow. I work with children, teens, and adults. The treatment approach used depends on the needs of the client. I use play therapy with children because play allows them to express themselves when they may not have the words to talk about their thoughts or feelings. I use traditional talk therapy and other approaches with teens and adults.
I use a strengths-based approach, reality therapy and a variety of other approaches (art-therapy, play-therapy, etc.
I have been working with families and children for nearly twenty years. I specialize in relationships, school issues, family conflict, foster and adoptive families, ADHD, anxiety, depression, conflict resolution, and other relational issues. I enjoy helping people realize their goals of living a peaceful and confident life. When people are ready to discuss the things that are holding them back, I am here to help them realize their full potential and overcome obstacles they face.
I use a strengths-based approach, reality therapy and a variety of other approaches (art-therapy, play-therapy, etc.
I have been working with families and children for nearly twenty years. I specialize in relationships, school issues, family conflict, foster and adoptive families, ADHD, anxiety, depression, conflict resolution, and other relational issues. I enjoy helping people realize their goals of living a peaceful and confident life. When people are ready to discuss the things that are holding them back, I am here to help them realize their full potential and overcome obstacles they face.
RHC also has a play therapy program to serve ages 1-10.
Individuals were not designed to go through the challenges of life alone. Renewing Hope and Children's Hope Counseling is dedicated to helping you navigate these challenges and find paths to new places of HOPE and PEACE. RHC offers individual therapy for children and adults as well as couples counseling, assessments, and medication management.
RHC also has a play therapy program to serve ages 1-10.
Individuals were not designed to go through the challenges of life alone. Renewing Hope and Children's Hope Counseling is dedicated to helping you navigate these challenges and find paths to new places of HOPE and PEACE. RHC offers individual therapy for children and adults as well as couples counseling, assessments, and medication management.
Sarah Peck
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77429
Specializing in talk therapy, EMDR, Gottman Method Level 1, and play therapy, I offer diverse modalities for healing.
Life can be challenging. It's important to know that you're not alone on this journey, and there is a way forward with someone in your corner. I'm here to offer you a guiding hand as we walk through understanding feelings and solving problems together. I'm here to support you, providing not just empathy but real solutions that make a positive difference in your life. Together, we'll navigate challenges using personalized strategies, fostering growth and resilience, that create a path towards lasting happiness and fulfillment. Additionally, for children, I offer play therapy, a safe, creative space where they can express themselves.
Specializing in talk therapy, EMDR, Gottman Method Level 1, and play therapy, I offer diverse modalities for healing.
Life can be challenging. It's important to know that you're not alone on this journey, and there is a way forward with someone in your corner. I'm here to offer you a guiding hand as we walk through understanding feelings and solving problems together. I'm here to support you, providing not just empathy but real solutions that make a positive difference in your life. Together, we'll navigate challenges using personalized strategies, fostering growth and resilience, that create a path towards lasting happiness and fulfillment. Additionally, for children, I offer play therapy, a safe, creative space where they can express themselves.
I am prepared to utilize my skills and passion to empower my clients to reach their maximum potential and to remove obstacles in order to get to a state of joy and peace in their lives. The road to success starts with you, the client, making the decision to seek assistance during a time in your life when you may feel overwhelmed with an issue that at some point grew out of control and now you find that you need someone's unconditional regard/acceptance for a while until you manage to find the road to regain control and find your inner peace, joy, harmony, freedom, independence and self-love. I am ready to help you find that path
I am prepared to utilize my skills and passion to empower my clients to reach their maximum potential and to remove obstacles in order to get to a state of joy and peace in their lives. The road to success starts with you, the client, making the decision to seek assistance during a time in your life when you may feel overwhelmed with an issue that at some point grew out of control and now you find that you need someone's unconditional regard/acceptance for a while until you manage to find the road to regain control and find your inner peace, joy, harmony, freedom, independence and self-love. I am ready to help you find that path
Michael C Lucas
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77433
I am the ideal therapist for someone who doesn’t think they need therapy. Perhaps wonders if it will even work.. Skeptical Men. Exhausted Women. Socially Challenged Teens. Or even that family or couple that looks incredible from the outside… but inside it’s a completely different story. You may not realize, but studies have shown that the connection and shared energy between therapist and client is the best indicator of likelihood of therapeutic success. If you get a sense that we may be a good fit for each other, lets get you on a path of healing. Let's skip ahead to the part where life starts to get better.
I am the ideal therapist for someone who doesn’t think they need therapy. Perhaps wonders if it will even work.. Skeptical Men. Exhausted Women. Socially Challenged Teens. Or even that family or couple that looks incredible from the outside… but inside it’s a completely different story. You may not realize, but studies have shown that the connection and shared energy between therapist and client is the best indicator of likelihood of therapeutic success. If you get a sense that we may be a good fit for each other, lets get you on a path of healing. Let's skip ahead to the part where life starts to get better.
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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.