Play Therapy for Children
For many children who are struggling emotionally, parents often report:
As a parent, you have probably tried "every trick" in the book, followed and heard all the "gentle parenting" tips but none of them seem to work and are at a point where you don't know what else to do.
This is usually when parents/guardians reach out for help from a mental health professional.
When it comes to therapy for 3-8 year old's, children often either don't know what they are feeling or are unable to find the right words to express how they are feeling.
This is where play therapy comes in.
- an increase in neediness or regression to a baby-like state
- opposition, defiance, name-calling, lying
- long bedtime routines due to their child's fear to sleep on their own
As a parent, you have probably tried "every trick" in the book, followed and heard all the "gentle parenting" tips but none of them seem to work and are at a point where you don't know what else to do.
This is usually when parents/guardians reach out for help from a mental health professional.
When it comes to therapy for 3-8 year old's, children often either don't know what they are feeling or are unable to find the right words to express how they are feeling.
This is where play therapy comes in.
What does Individual Play Therapy Look Like?
Play therapy sessions consist of one on one meetings with myself and your child (ages 3-8) in my office in New Providence, NJ.
During these sessions, we will engage in playful activities that are geared toward helping your child identify what is bothering them, how to talk about it and ways to solve it.
Ultimately, play therapy helps children:
During these sessions, we will engage in playful activities that are geared toward helping your child identify what is bothering them, how to talk about it and ways to solve it.
Ultimately, play therapy helps children:
- feel better about who they are
- increase their self-esteem and confidence while also decreasing negative self-talk
- reduce their fear(s)/phobia(s)
- get more comfortable socializing with others
- learn how to control their out-of-control behaviors
What Can You Expect as a Parent?
Collaborating with parents is a crucial aspect of my work with children.
Therefore, you can anticipate meeting with me virtually once a month to discuss the behaviors you observe both at home and, if relevant, at school. These meetings provide me with valuable insights into your child's needs.
During our sessions, we will also review the progress I have noticed in the playroom.
My role involves tracking the subtle changes that are occurring and helping you understand how they contribute to the larger transformations we aim to achieve.
These parent sessions are incredibly beneficial in recognizing the small steps your child is taking, which often go unnoticed by parents.
Our monthly parent sessions also provide an opportunity for you to share any challenges you may face when trying to rasie your child.
By discussing your concerns with me, I can customize my recommendations to fit your unique family circumstances instead of offering general parenting tips.
For some parents, I also provide the option to attend Parent-Only sessions.
In my experience, these sessions can be particularly beneficial for parents unable to bring their child in due to scheduling conflicts or those seeking to learn about child development and identify immediate strategies they can implement at home.
Therefore, you can anticipate meeting with me virtually once a month to discuss the behaviors you observe both at home and, if relevant, at school. These meetings provide me with valuable insights into your child's needs.
During our sessions, we will also review the progress I have noticed in the playroom.
My role involves tracking the subtle changes that are occurring and helping you understand how they contribute to the larger transformations we aim to achieve.
These parent sessions are incredibly beneficial in recognizing the small steps your child is taking, which often go unnoticed by parents.
Our monthly parent sessions also provide an opportunity for you to share any challenges you may face when trying to rasie your child.
By discussing your concerns with me, I can customize my recommendations to fit your unique family circumstances instead of offering general parenting tips.
For some parents, I also provide the option to attend Parent-Only sessions.
In my experience, these sessions can be particularly beneficial for parents unable to bring their child in due to scheduling conflicts or those seeking to learn about child development and identify immediate strategies they can implement at home.
Ready to start therapy?
Contact me today!
Calls and/or e-mails will be responded to within 24 - 48 hours of receipt
email: [email protected]
phone: (718) 314-9280
address: 219 South Street, Ste 201, New Providence, NJ 07974
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