Play Therapy in Monroe, WA
Michele Cirella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, WA 98272
I believe therapy needs to be tailored to the individual and often utilize talk therapy, play therapy, therapeutic art activities, and other therapeutic processes.
Life can be challenging and sometimes we need extra support. I specialize in providing individual and family therapy to adults, children, and adolescents that are experiencing a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, family disruptions and conflicts, and peer interactions. I am currently in the process of completing a certification that will be completed at the end of March to be able to serve parents who are struggling with Postpartum Disorders. I look forward to taking this journey with you towards a healthier and happier life.
I believe therapy needs to be tailored to the individual and often utilize talk therapy, play therapy, therapeutic art activities, and other therapeutic processes.
Life can be challenging and sometimes we need extra support. I specialize in providing individual and family therapy to adults, children, and adolescents that are experiencing a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, family disruptions and conflicts, and peer interactions. I am currently in the process of completing a certification that will be completed at the end of March to be able to serve parents who are struggling with Postpartum Disorders. I look forward to taking this journey with you towards a healthier and happier life.
Katelyn Boschert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Monroe, WA 98272 (Online Only)
I use all types therapeutic modalities to help clients with self-expression, including play, music, art and movement therapy.
I work with adolescents and young adults from the age of 13 providing support in the areas of anxiety, family and school issues, depression, adjustment, authority, and other issues, which are faced in our changing world. I work closely with families from all background, schools, and community to support clients as they gently work through their areas of healing. Also, as an experienced clinician with broad skills in adjustment, I understand the challenges individuals/families face in transition. As your therapist, I will provide deep support and tools for your emotional health and growth.
I use all types therapeutic modalities to help clients with self-expression, including play, music, art and movement therapy.
I work with adolescents and young adults from the age of 13 providing support in the areas of anxiety, family and school issues, depression, adjustment, authority, and other issues, which are faced in our changing world. I work closely with families from all background, schools, and community to support clients as they gently work through their areas of healing. Also, as an experienced clinician with broad skills in adjustment, I understand the challenges individuals/families face in transition. As your therapist, I will provide deep support and tools for your emotional health and growth.
At CH Counseling Services, our practice sees a wide range of people with a variety of clinical or relational issues. I would love to help you on your therapeutic journey. Currently, I am a clinical intern doing individual, family, and couples therapy . My background comes from a variety of life experiences as well as developing clinical skills within my masters program at Walden University. The practice I am under works with people of all ages who experience a variety of challenges that impact their daily lives: such as depression, trauma symptoms, anxiety, and low self esteem.
At CH Counseling Services, our practice sees a wide range of people with a variety of clinical or relational issues. I would love to help you on your therapeutic journey. Currently, I am a clinical intern doing individual, family, and couples therapy . My background comes from a variety of life experiences as well as developing clinical skills within my masters program at Walden University. The practice I am under works with people of all ages who experience a variety of challenges that impact their daily lives: such as depression, trauma symptoms, anxiety, and low self esteem.
Stories Of Hope Bailey Adams
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, WA 98272
I work with individuals, couples, and families. I believe that everyone has a story- a story of who they are, what they have experienced, and what they hope for. Throughout the courses of our busy hectic lives, it is easy to lose sight of our stories. My goal as a therapist is to remind and preserve your place as the protagonist in your life and story, as well as assist in shaping a story that serves you- one that acknowledges your resilience, acceptance of yourself, your strengths, and confidence in advocating for yourself.
I work with individuals, couples, and families. I believe that everyone has a story- a story of who they are, what they have experienced, and what they hope for. Throughout the courses of our busy hectic lives, it is easy to lose sight of our stories. My goal as a therapist is to remind and preserve your place as the protagonist in your life and story, as well as assist in shaping a story that serves you- one that acknowledges your resilience, acceptance of yourself, your strengths, and confidence in advocating for yourself.
I believe change takes place in the context of a relationship. My focus is on helping my clients achieve their therapy goals. I collaborate with my clients to support them in finding solutions to the challenges they bring to our sessions. I use an integrated approach tailored to your goals and values. I tend to be solution and goal focused, but to get there most individuals need to process experiences and emotions to better understand their own thoughts and feelings. With productive self-awareness your actions will naturally become more effective and thoughtful.
I believe change takes place in the context of a relationship. My focus is on helping my clients achieve their therapy goals. I collaborate with my clients to support them in finding solutions to the challenges they bring to our sessions. I use an integrated approach tailored to your goals and values. I tend to be solution and goal focused, but to get there most individuals need to process experiences and emotions to better understand their own thoughts and feelings. With productive self-awareness your actions will naturally become more effective and thoughtful.
Stories Of Hope - Ying-Shui April Wang
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, WA 98272
I am dedicated to guiding children, adolescents, and adults through various mental health challenges. Together, we'll create a safe space for expression and conversation. I am equally passionate about empowering parents/caregivers with effective communication and understanding, fostering strong family bonds.
I am dedicated to guiding children, adolescents, and adults through various mental health challenges. Together, we'll create a safe space for expression and conversation. I am equally passionate about empowering parents/caregivers with effective communication and understanding, fostering strong family bonds.
Stories Of Hope- Rosy De Prado
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, MHP
Verified Verified
Monroe, WA 98272
Stories of Hope offers liberating healing processes with experience and evidence-based approaches. We celebrate diversity and are especially committed to QTBIPOC (Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, People of Color). We are rooted in social justice perspective and cultural humility for understanding diverse living contexts, values, and traditions. We provide bilingual and bicultural counseling in English and Spanish. Our identities, behaviors, emotions, and personalities are affected and shaped by relationships with family, friends, and people in general. Talking about relationships is an important piece of our counseling approach.
Stories of Hope offers liberating healing processes with experience and evidence-based approaches. We celebrate diversity and are especially committed to QTBIPOC (Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, People of Color). We are rooted in social justice perspective and cultural humility for understanding diverse living contexts, values, and traditions. We provide bilingual and bicultural counseling in English and Spanish. Our identities, behaviors, emotions, and personalities are affected and shaped by relationships with family, friends, and people in general. Talking about relationships is an important piece of our counseling approach.
Lori D. Wolff
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MHP, LMFT, CMHS
Verified Verified
Monroe, WA 98272 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
The ultimate goal at Harmony in Tranquility: Counseling for the Soul, is to support individuals and families in building healthier and happier lives. Starting internally, creating further external success and happiness. My expertise includes individual, family, and couple's therapy (to include child and adolescent treatment). I believe in the utmost respect of individuals and emphasize the importance of dignity and worth within each person. See Link(s): https://youtu.be/XvoWIkFik5o / https://youtu.be/nlF-L2VqeVI / https://harmonyintranquility.clientsecure.me/
The ultimate goal at Harmony in Tranquility: Counseling for the Soul, is to support individuals and families in building healthier and happier lives. Starting internally, creating further external success and happiness. My expertise includes individual, family, and couple's therapy (to include child and adolescent treatment). I believe in the utmost respect of individuals and emphasize the importance of dignity and worth within each person. See Link(s): https://youtu.be/XvoWIkFik5o / https://youtu.be/nlF-L2VqeVI / https://harmonyintranquility.clientsecure.me/
Stories Of Hope- Samson Irish-Lodge
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, WA 98272
I work with children, individuals, couples, and families. I believe that our experiences as individuals are greatly affected by our experiences with the systems that surround us; and navigating our place within those systems can prove difficult when done alone. My goal as a therapist is to provide a space that allows us to heal and strengthen relationship that we have with ourselves and our surrounding systems to create a sense of harmony and construct a life for ourselves that reflects the way that we truly want to live.
I work with children, individuals, couples, and families. I believe that our experiences as individuals are greatly affected by our experiences with the systems that surround us; and navigating our place within those systems can prove difficult when done alone. My goal as a therapist is to provide a space that allows us to heal and strengthen relationship that we have with ourselves and our surrounding systems to create a sense of harmony and construct a life for ourselves that reflects the way that we truly want to live.
Many of us seek therapy at different periods of our lives for different reasons, such as couple and family conflicts, losing loved ones, life transition issues, addiction, sadness, anxiety, and depression. We sometimes may not figure out what we are going through. Unknowns and uncertainties may increase in our lives and become unmanageable, or we are unable to fulfill our search for meaning. Therapy helps us cope with difficult and painful emotions, figure out what we are going through, and name it. Carl Rogers defines growth as any kind of movement toward “self-esteem, flexibility, or respect and compassion for self and others."
Many of us seek therapy at different periods of our lives for different reasons, such as couple and family conflicts, losing loved ones, life transition issues, addiction, sadness, anxiety, and depression. We sometimes may not figure out what we are going through. Unknowns and uncertainties may increase in our lives and become unmanageable, or we are unable to fulfill our search for meaning. Therapy helps us cope with difficult and painful emotions, figure out what we are going through, and name it. Carl Rogers defines growth as any kind of movement toward “self-esteem, flexibility, or respect and compassion for self and others."
As your therapist, my goal is to provide you with a warm and welcoming environment where you are free to explore the areas of your life you wish to improve for holistic healing - physical, emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual. I offer a warm and empathetic environment as I use a person-centered approach that allows me to understand you through your own unique experiences and walk alongside you on this journey to achieve your personal goals. My primary focus is in child, individual, and couples/family counseling as well as working with neurodivergent populations using neurodiversity-affirming language and approach.
As your therapist, my goal is to provide you with a warm and welcoming environment where you are free to explore the areas of your life you wish to improve for holistic healing - physical, emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual. I offer a warm and empathetic environment as I use a person-centered approach that allows me to understand you through your own unique experiences and walk alongside you on this journey to achieve your personal goals. My primary focus is in child, individual, and couples/family counseling as well as working with neurodivergent populations using neurodiversity-affirming language and approach.
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Kellie A Preston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CMHS, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Everett, WA 98208
The Play Therapy Cottage is a nonclinical residential setting, providing you with a tiny home experience in a garden setting.
I believe everyone has innate wisdom within themselves to overcome whatever obstacles are in front of them. I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and families that have experienced trauma and consequently suffering from anxiety, depression, attentional difficulties, sleep issues, developmental obstacles. Expressive therapies offers a unique way to language those issues using art, painting, clay work, journal writing, sand tray play and canine therapy, and they begin to externalize worries and concerns, crisis and trauma through symbols and mastery is gained. When families in pain begin to play together, perceptions of each other are changed, communication is accomplished and individuals experience their true potential.
The Play Therapy Cottage is a nonclinical residential setting, providing you with a tiny home experience in a garden setting.
I believe everyone has innate wisdom within themselves to overcome whatever obstacles are in front of them. I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and families that have experienced trauma and consequently suffering from anxiety, depression, attentional difficulties, sleep issues, developmental obstacles. Expressive therapies offers a unique way to language those issues using art, painting, clay work, journal writing, sand tray play and canine therapy, and they begin to externalize worries and concerns, crisis and trauma through symbols and mastery is gained. When families in pain begin to play together, perceptions of each other are changed, communication is accomplished and individuals experience their true potential.
Liliana Tackett
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT™
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Snohomish, WA 98290
With kids, I mainly use play therapy to help connect them to their world.
You might be feeling disconnected, exhausted, holding it together and want to live more authentically. I’m a therapist for children, families and women who struggle with Anxiety, Life Transitions or the impacts of trauma, Autism or ADHD. I'll help you learn more about yourself. I've gone through painful stuff and you won't feel judged by me. Together, we will process feelings, identify your strengths, core values needs &obstacles. My hope is to support you to increase self-awareness, compassion, embrace who you are, give you space for growth, engage in deep healing (no matter how painful) or a maintenance plan to reach your goals.
With kids, I mainly use play therapy to help connect them to their world.
You might be feeling disconnected, exhausted, holding it together and want to live more authentically. I’m a therapist for children, families and women who struggle with Anxiety, Life Transitions or the impacts of trauma, Autism or ADHD. I'll help you learn more about yourself. I've gone through painful stuff and you won't feel judged by me. Together, we will process feelings, identify your strengths, core values needs &obstacles. My hope is to support you to increase self-awareness, compassion, embrace who you are, give you space for growth, engage in deep healing (no matter how painful) or a maintenance plan to reach your goals.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for children and adolescents as well as certified in Aut Play Therapy.
I specialize in youth 12 & under and the families that love them. I have specific experience & training with youth & young people with symptoms of autism spectrum, sensory processing difficulties, attention deficits & disruptive behaviors. I utilize you & your child’s strengths to improve emotional, cognitive & behavioral functioning. I incorporate children’s interests to foster a connection & relationship in counseling. Whether it be through play, art, music, or the outdoors, I want to encourage individuality & confidence while learning how to improve overall functioning. My goal is to help you & your child find balance.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for children and adolescents as well as certified in Aut Play Therapy.
I specialize in youth 12 & under and the families that love them. I have specific experience & training with youth & young people with symptoms of autism spectrum, sensory processing difficulties, attention deficits & disruptive behaviors. I utilize you & your child’s strengths to improve emotional, cognitive & behavioral functioning. I incorporate children’s interests to foster a connection & relationship in counseling. Whether it be through play, art, music, or the outdoors, I want to encourage individuality & confidence while learning how to improve overall functioning. My goal is to help you & your child find balance.
Kids and Family Counseling PLLC.
Counselor, MS, MA, LMHC, BCBA, MHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duvall, WA 98019
I am invested in the work I do and approach our work with a warm, caring attitude, utilizing research based modalities (CBT, RBT, ACT, ABA, FST and play based interventions.
Empowering children, teens and adults to overcome challenges in their everyday life and help them rediscover their strengths and interpersonal competencies is the focus of my practice. Are you or someone you know, experiencing lack of motivation, facing friendship and self worth challenges, are defiant, aggressive, anxious, depressed, moody and lonely? Is your family in crisis? If so, do give me a call. People come to me for help with mood/ anxiety issues, Autism, ADHD, Anger problems, depression, OCD, PTSD , stress., multicultural and relational issues, social skills support and behavioral, parenting and school based challenges.
I am invested in the work I do and approach our work with a warm, caring attitude, utilizing research based modalities (CBT, RBT, ACT, ABA, FST and play based interventions.
Empowering children, teens and adults to overcome challenges in their everyday life and help them rediscover their strengths and interpersonal competencies is the focus of my practice. Are you or someone you know, experiencing lack of motivation, facing friendship and self worth challenges, are defiant, aggressive, anxious, depressed, moody and lonely? Is your family in crisis? If so, do give me a call. People come to me for help with mood/ anxiety issues, Autism, ADHD, Anger problems, depression, OCD, PTSD , stress., multicultural and relational issues, social skills support and behavioral, parenting and school based challenges.
Insight Mental Health Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duvall, WA 98019
We work with all age groups, from pre-school-aged children (utilizing play therapy), through adolescence and adulthood, to elders.
Insight Mental Health Group is a network of skilled mental health professionals dedicated to providing individuals, couples, and families with a safe space to explore, understand, and evolve problematic perspectives, beliefs, and patterns of interaction. With values rooted in compassion, collaboration, integrity, and individuality; we are committed to providing each client with the individualized care needed to reach their mental health and relationship goals. To ensure our clients' needs and preferences are met, our providers offer both in-office and virtual visits. Whether it is to assist in addressing anxiety or depression, to help to resolve marital or family conflict, to facilitate healing from the effects of trauma and loss, to aid in dealing with grief or coping with stress, or to provide support and direction for any number of other issues arising from interpersonal relationships, the workplace, school, or self-exploration and personal growth, we are here for you.
We work with all age groups, from pre-school-aged children (utilizing play therapy), through adolescence and adulthood, to elders.
Insight Mental Health Group is a network of skilled mental health professionals dedicated to providing individuals, couples, and families with a safe space to explore, understand, and evolve problematic perspectives, beliefs, and patterns of interaction. With values rooted in compassion, collaboration, integrity, and individuality; we are committed to providing each client with the individualized care needed to reach their mental health and relationship goals. To ensure our clients' needs and preferences are met, our providers offer both in-office and virtual visits. Whether it is to assist in addressing anxiety or depression, to help to resolve marital or family conflict, to facilitate healing from the effects of trauma and loss, to aid in dealing with grief or coping with stress, or to provide support and direction for any number of other issues arising from interpersonal relationships, the workplace, school, or self-exploration and personal growth, we are here for you.
I am adept at implementing various modalities such as Child-Centered Play Therapy, Thera play Therapy, and Relationship play therapy.
I love to laugh and be playful! My superpower is connecting with children. When I spend time with children in the playroom, I am always inspired by their inner resilience and ability to process and organize their world via the play and art materials around them. As a counselor, I play a role as a witness and a companion in this process. What a gift to be able to accompany a child on this journey, which leads to a greater understanding of themselves and others and a world that is a little less scary and confusing!
I am adept at implementing various modalities such as Child-Centered Play Therapy, Thera play Therapy, and Relationship play therapy.
I love to laugh and be playful! My superpower is connecting with children. When I spend time with children in the playroom, I am always inspired by their inner resilience and ability to process and organize their world via the play and art materials around them. As a counselor, I play a role as a witness and a companion in this process. What a gift to be able to accompany a child on this journey, which leads to a greater understanding of themselves and others and a world that is a little less scary and confusing!
Hello! My name is Sophia, thank you for visiting my profile! I applaud you for making this first step in your growth journey. I have a strengths-based, trauma-informed perspective to therapy practice. My experience includes working with people from ages 5-60 years old facing an array of challenges including grief, relationship conflict, and difficulty managing mental health conditions in daily life. These conditions include anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, specific phobia, trauma-related disorders, and other mood disorders.
Hello! My name is Sophia, thank you for visiting my profile! I applaud you for making this first step in your growth journey. I have a strengths-based, trauma-informed perspective to therapy practice. My experience includes working with people from ages 5-60 years old facing an array of challenges including grief, relationship conflict, and difficulty managing mental health conditions in daily life. These conditions include anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, specific phobia, trauma-related disorders, and other mood disorders.
Counseling Centers of North Puget Sound
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Snohomish, WA 98290
NOTE: We accept new appointment requests only through our confidential online portal: www.bit.ly/newcounseling. We work with individuals, couples, and families, all ages, and can work with a broad range of issues. We are committed to fostering an environment of safety and respect for people of all beliefs, backgrounds, abilities and lifestyles. We achieve our mission by offering affordable, best practice, behavioral science and faith-integrative offerings. No specific faith practice is required to receive services with us.
NOTE: We accept new appointment requests only through our confidential online portal: www.bit.ly/newcounseling. We work with individuals, couples, and families, all ages, and can work with a broad range of issues. We are committed to fostering an environment of safety and respect for people of all beliefs, backgrounds, abilities and lifestyles. We achieve our mission by offering affordable, best practice, behavioral science and faith-integrative offerings. No specific faith practice is required to receive services with us.
For whatever has brought you here, I am so glad you have made it. Therapy may seem daunting, uncomfortable or overwhelming, but I believe that it is in those great moments of challenge that we find our greatest moments of change. My goal in therapy is to first and foremost give you the space to come as you are and have the space to be heard. I am passionate about helping people find healing, become empowered and to walk through and overcome those things that are creating chaos in your life. We are uniquely shaped by our journey in life including the trials, and perseverance but also by our passions, interests and outlooks.
For whatever has brought you here, I am so glad you have made it. Therapy may seem daunting, uncomfortable or overwhelming, but I believe that it is in those great moments of challenge that we find our greatest moments of change. My goal in therapy is to first and foremost give you the space to come as you are and have the space to be heard. I am passionate about helping people find healing, become empowered and to walk through and overcome those things that are creating chaos in your life. We are uniquely shaped by our journey in life including the trials, and perseverance but also by our passions, interests and outlooks.
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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.