Play Therapy for Children
For many children who are struggling emotionally, parents often report an increase in neediness, defiance, and/or tantrums that are reminiscent of the "terrible two's." You, as a parent, may have tried "every trick" in the book and are now probably at a point where you don't know what else to do. This is usually when parents/guardians reach out for help from a professional.
When it comes to therapy for 3-8 year old's, they 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 by helping children use tools like toys, arts and crafts, games, etc., to identify their feelings, express it however they need and learn to master and control big emotions.
When it comes to therapy for 3-8 year old's, they 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 by helping children use tools like toys, arts and crafts, games, etc., to identify their feelings, express it however they need and learn to master and control big emotions.
Play therapy sessions consist of one on one meetings with myself and your child (ages 3-9), in my office or virtually. During these sessions we engage in playful activities that are geared toward helping your child identify what is bothering them and learn how to resolve their problem(s). Ultimately, play therapy can help children:
Working with Parent(s)/Guardian(s) is essential to the work I do with children. Therefore, I schedule monthly sessions with you and whoever else is essential to raising your child. During such sessions, we discuss the progress being noticed both in and outside of our session. Monthly sessions will also give you a chance to express your own needs as a parent/guardian and your hopes for your child. Tips and guidance are also provided on overcoming any challenges your child may be experiencing at home or within school.
- feel better about who they are
- decrease negative self-talk
- reduce their fear(s)/phobia(s)
- feel more comfortable socializing with others
- learn how to control "challenging" behaviors
- be more compliant with limits set by parent(s)/guardian(s) and other authority figures
Working with Parent(s)/Guardian(s) is essential to the work I do with children. Therefore, I schedule monthly sessions with you and whoever else is essential to raising your child. During such sessions, we discuss the progress being noticed both in and outside of our session. Monthly sessions will also give you a chance to express your own needs as a parent/guardian and your hopes for your child. Tips and guidance are also provided on overcoming any challenges your child may be experiencing at home or within school.
