Play Therapy in 10075
Annie Mudick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10075
I received a dual degree master’s degree in Child Development and Social Work. I use this educational experience to work holistically with children and adolescents over a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, aggression, friendship issues, and others using techniques such as play therapy, CBT, art therapy, and psychotherapy.
I received a dual degree master’s degree in Child Development and Social Work. I use this educational experience to work holistically with children and adolescents over a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, aggression, friendship issues, and others using techniques such as play therapy, CBT, art therapy, and psychotherapy.
Dr. Julie Abraham Psychotherapist, M.D.
MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10075
When difficult personal and family issues occur, working with a well-trained therapist can be very helpful. I am an experienced clinician with a genuine interest in the well-being of my clients. My background as a pediatrician, combined with extensive training in psychotherapy, including psychoanalytic psychotherapy, Play Therapy, and CBT enable me to look at the “whole” person who comes to me, taking into account family dynamics, development, temperament, as well as health related factors. My clients range in age from children to adolescents to older adults.
When difficult personal and family issues occur, working with a well-trained therapist can be very helpful. I am an experienced clinician with a genuine interest in the well-being of my clients. My background as a pediatrician, combined with extensive training in psychotherapy, including psychoanalytic psychotherapy, Play Therapy, and CBT enable me to look at the “whole” person who comes to me, taking into account family dynamics, development, temperament, as well as health related factors. My clients range in age from children to adolescents to older adults.
Alli Kert
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10075
Alli practices parent collaboration and consultation, play based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and nanny consultation and support.
Dr. Alli Kert has been working with parents and their children for more than 15 years. While the nature of her work varies based on client needs, the goals are often similar; enhancing lives through simplification, understanding and consistency. Alli is a licensed psychologist and a certified school psychologist. She works with children and the adults in their lives to provide support and guidance to help navigate both the every day, and the more challenging days.
Alli practices parent collaboration and consultation, play based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and nanny consultation and support.
Dr. Alli Kert has been working with parents and their children for more than 15 years. While the nature of her work varies based on client needs, the goals are often similar; enhancing lives through simplification, understanding and consistency. Alli is a licensed psychologist and a certified school psychologist. She works with children and the adults in their lives to provide support and guidance to help navigate both the every day, and the more challenging days.
Betsy Schur Levy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10075
I see children for play psychotherapy and do parent and family counseling.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in New York City. I have been practicing for over 30 years. I work in an insight oriented and supportive therapeutic environment concentrating on ego functioning and interpersonal relationships. I deal with issues of anxiety, depression, self-esteem, mood regulation and the management of emotions and conflict. My therapeutic goal is to help each patient to develop more self-awareness and insight so that they can make better choices and achieve more personal satisfaction - while decreasing the anxiety and conflicts that limit their daily emotional experience and self-confidence.
I see children for play psychotherapy and do parent and family counseling.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in New York City. I have been practicing for over 30 years. I work in an insight oriented and supportive therapeutic environment concentrating on ego functioning and interpersonal relationships. I deal with issues of anxiety, depression, self-esteem, mood regulation and the management of emotions and conflict. My therapeutic goal is to help each patient to develop more self-awareness and insight so that they can make better choices and achieve more personal satisfaction - while decreasing the anxiety and conflicts that limit their daily emotional experience and self-confidence.
Tiffany Kiss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR , ACSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10075
I use multiple evidenced based therapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectic behavioral therapy, art therapy, music therapy, play therapy, and neurofeedback.
As a trauma informed holistic psychotherapist, I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, ADHD, depression, emotional dysregulation, behavioral issues, post-traumatic stress disorder, and complex trauma. I have devoted my career to learning evidenced based treatments and have had the privilege to help people heal and live the life they desire. I was the Director of Social Work at Northwell Zucker Hillside Hospital and currently the Director of Social Work at Mount Sinai West. As a result of my extensive experience I have worked with complex situations encompassing psychiatric and medical needs.
I use multiple evidenced based therapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectic behavioral therapy, art therapy, music therapy, play therapy, and neurofeedback.
As a trauma informed holistic psychotherapist, I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, ADHD, depression, emotional dysregulation, behavioral issues, post-traumatic stress disorder, and complex trauma. I have devoted my career to learning evidenced based treatments and have had the privilege to help people heal and live the life they desire. I was the Director of Social Work at Northwell Zucker Hillside Hospital and currently the Director of Social Work at Mount Sinai West. As a result of my extensive experience I have worked with complex situations encompassing psychiatric and medical needs.
Aneta Stojnić
Licensed Psychoanalyst, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10075
For children, I offer play therapy, which includes therapeutic use of toys, games, arts and crafts materials, as well as conversation.
I practice psychoanalysis and psychodynamic therapy with adults, children and adolescents. I provide open, nonjudgmental space where you can express your fears, struggles, concerns, and desires that are otherwise difficult to articulate. I will invite you to share whatever comes to mind as freely and openly as you can. We will explore the dynamics that unfold in sessions, and think about connections between your past and present. Through a practice of active and attentive listening I will work with you to help you identify the unhealthy patterns that make you feel stuck and prevent you from realizing your full potential in life.
For children, I offer play therapy, which includes therapeutic use of toys, games, arts and crafts materials, as well as conversation.
I practice psychoanalysis and psychodynamic therapy with adults, children and adolescents. I provide open, nonjudgmental space where you can express your fears, struggles, concerns, and desires that are otherwise difficult to articulate. I will invite you to share whatever comes to mind as freely and openly as you can. We will explore the dynamics that unfold in sessions, and think about connections between your past and present. Through a practice of active and attentive listening I will work with you to help you identify the unhealthy patterns that make you feel stuck and prevent you from realizing your full potential in life.
Emily Falber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10075 (Online Only)
As a licensed clinical social worker in private practice in New York City, I provide psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, parent-child dyads and families. I work from a collaborative and integrative approach, tailoring each treatment to the unique strengths and needs of the individual/family in order to alleviate symptoms and create meaningful and lasting change.
As a licensed clinical social worker in private practice in New York City, I provide psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, parent-child dyads and families. I work from a collaborative and integrative approach, tailoring each treatment to the unique strengths and needs of the individual/family in order to alleviate symptoms and create meaningful and lasting change.
Elaine O'Connell At Brainful
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10075
Going through profiles, you may not be sure what you are looking for in a therapist. I offer clients a free consultation call to determine what they need from both therapy and their therapist in order to move forward in life. If I’m not a good fit, I’ll provide you with referrals accordingly.
Going through profiles, you may not be sure what you are looking for in a therapist. I offer clients a free consultation call to determine what they need from both therapy and their therapist in order to move forward in life. If I’m not a good fit, I’ll provide you with referrals accordingly.
Anna Tseytlina
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10075 (Online Only)
We will collaboratively work together to address your concerns and help you start building the life you desire. With more than 8 years of experience, I have helped clients dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, ADHD, Women's issues, and interpersonal conflicts. Clients feel encouraged to openly express their emotions while actively pursuing their goals. Ensuring confidentiality and safety, I offer unconditional positive regard, and my approach is characterized by warmth, care, and a nonjudgmental attitude.
We will collaboratively work together to address your concerns and help you start building the life you desire. With more than 8 years of experience, I have helped clients dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, ADHD, Women's issues, and interpersonal conflicts. Clients feel encouraged to openly express their emotions while actively pursuing their goals. Ensuring confidentiality and safety, I offer unconditional positive regard, and my approach is characterized by warmth, care, and a nonjudgmental attitude.
Katherine Weinstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10075
While NYC has much to offer, one can get caught up in the challenges and hardships that come along with the fast-paced and exhilarating life style. Whether you’re struggling with relationships, jobs, or having negative thoughts you just can’t seem to redirect, know that you don’t have to untangle them alone. It takes a great deal of courage to seek help, and doing so is the first step towards change. As a therapist, my role is to establish a secure and nurturing environment that allows for vulnerability, risk-taking, and discomfort in order to fuel self-exploration and promotes healing.
While NYC has much to offer, one can get caught up in the challenges and hardships that come along with the fast-paced and exhilarating life style. Whether you’re struggling with relationships, jobs, or having negative thoughts you just can’t seem to redirect, know that you don’t have to untangle them alone. It takes a great deal of courage to seek help, and doing so is the first step towards change. As a therapist, my role is to establish a secure and nurturing environment that allows for vulnerability, risk-taking, and discomfort in order to fuel self-exploration and promotes healing.
Jenna Horowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10075 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over fifteen years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults. As a clinician with many years of experience working in schools, I also collaborate with teachers and other professionals when appropriate. I rock my glasses of the day and truly embody a therapist with my daily cardigans.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over fifteen years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults. As a clinician with many years of experience working in schools, I also collaborate with teachers and other professionals when appropriate. I rock my glasses of the day and truly embody a therapist with my daily cardigans.
Kimberly H. Andron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10075 (Online Only)
Over the past 25 years, I have partnered as therapist, teacher, graduate professor, and learner with adults, children and their families, and couples. Most are within a transition, filled with angst, anticipation, conflicting emotions and thoughts. Many are navigating a loss relating to illness, relationship, academics, and often the ambiguous loss of expectations. There is suffering, sadness, anxiety, and often lack of trust in one's self and abilities. You have the resources, yet you may need a tool to assist accessing and building upon your strengths with a renewed sense of hope and confidence in varied future possibilities.
Over the past 25 years, I have partnered as therapist, teacher, graduate professor, and learner with adults, children and their families, and couples. Most are within a transition, filled with angst, anticipation, conflicting emotions and thoughts. Many are navigating a loss relating to illness, relationship, academics, and often the ambiguous loss of expectations. There is suffering, sadness, anxiety, and often lack of trust in one's self and abilities. You have the resources, yet you may need a tool to assist accessing and building upon your strengths with a renewed sense of hope and confidence in varied future possibilities.
The Empowerment Opportunity
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10075
You excel in one or more areas of your life, yet you silently struggle with feelings of being unworthy and unlovable. Sometimes you may even feel like an outsider in your own life. Maybe you buy nice things, or go on amazing trips, but for some reason you still don’t feel happy. You may hide behind your work and push people away because you are afraid to let them know who you really are. This is not what you want to be doing but you can’t help it. This is not your fault. You are doing the best you can with the resources you were given. At The Empowerment Opportunity, we will help you tap into different resources within yourself.
You excel in one or more areas of your life, yet you silently struggle with feelings of being unworthy and unlovable. Sometimes you may even feel like an outsider in your own life. Maybe you buy nice things, or go on amazing trips, but for some reason you still don’t feel happy. You may hide behind your work and push people away because you are afraid to let them know who you really are. This is not what you want to be doing but you can’t help it. This is not your fault. You are doing the best you can with the resources you were given. At The Empowerment Opportunity, we will help you tap into different resources within yourself.
Jennifer Neuhof
Psychologist, PsyD, MS
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10075
I provide a warm and safe yet dynamic environment in which my clients express their innermost thoughts, gain insight, heal wounds and learn to live with more confidence, humor and joy. With 25 years of supervising and clinical experience with children, adults and couples, I am able to quickly attune and help clients feel at ease. I listen closely to my client’s thoughts, fears and dreams while helping them to make meaningful connections that strengthen their sense of self. While deep inner work generally takes time, some positive change can be anticipated rapidly.
I provide a warm and safe yet dynamic environment in which my clients express their innermost thoughts, gain insight, heal wounds and learn to live with more confidence, humor and joy. With 25 years of supervising and clinical experience with children, adults and couples, I am able to quickly attune and help clients feel at ease. I listen closely to my client’s thoughts, fears and dreams while helping them to make meaningful connections that strengthen their sense of self. While deep inner work generally takes time, some positive change can be anticipated rapidly.
Joanna Clayton
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10075
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? Our Practice offers a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who may be struggling with school issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral and family issues, and autism spectrum disorders. You can talk to me about anything. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? Our Practice offers a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who may be struggling with school issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral and family issues, and autism spectrum disorders. You can talk to me about anything. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
Kathe Hift
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10075
I have 30+ years experience as a clinical psychologist taking care of patients in crisis and helping people with emotional concerns. My practice primarily involves adults who are struggling with relationship issues, work problems, anxiety, depression, or just a vague sense that something is wrong or missing in their lives. Many patients started treatment feeling unmotivated, empty, or cut off from their emotional life. It's rewarding to see people make profound changes. My work also involves helping children. Areas of special expertise involve young children, children with regulatory problems, ADD,twins, adoption and autism.
I have 30+ years experience as a clinical psychologist taking care of patients in crisis and helping people with emotional concerns. My practice primarily involves adults who are struggling with relationship issues, work problems, anxiety, depression, or just a vague sense that something is wrong or missing in their lives. Many patients started treatment feeling unmotivated, empty, or cut off from their emotional life. It's rewarding to see people make profound changes. My work also involves helping children. Areas of special expertise involve young children, children with regulatory problems, ADD,twins, adoption and autism.
Tehela Nimroody
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10075
I have been seeing patients for over 19 years and my experience has shown me time and again the wonderful changes that individuals can attain when they become more aware of the hidden meanings behind seemingly incomprehensible and self-destructive behaviors. When one takes the time to try to understand these behaviors instead of simply judging them negatively, it is often the case that maladaptive behavior patterns are discovered to be attempts persisting from the past at finding the best solution to a difficult situation.
I have been seeing patients for over 19 years and my experience has shown me time and again the wonderful changes that individuals can attain when they become more aware of the hidden meanings behind seemingly incomprehensible and self-destructive behaviors. When one takes the time to try to understand these behaviors instead of simply judging them negatively, it is often the case that maladaptive behavior patterns are discovered to be attempts persisting from the past at finding the best solution to a difficult situation.
Dr. Dylan Marks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA, DSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10075
I imagine you may wonder what your life means. You might want to feel vitally connected to nature, the spiritual world and people in your life. Or you feel sad or numb and want to understand why, to feel more energy. Or you just want to sit still and not worry about the future. In one way or another, you are looking to feel safe and fulfilled, to relieve distress and feel less alone. Perhaps you feel loneliness and don't know what to do about it or have an addiction you sometimes hide and sometimes admit to yourself. You may have a child or adolescent you're concerned about, with conflicts you hope can heal.
I imagine you may wonder what your life means. You might want to feel vitally connected to nature, the spiritual world and people in your life. Or you feel sad or numb and want to understand why, to feel more energy. Or you just want to sit still and not worry about the future. In one way or another, you are looking to feel safe and fulfilled, to relieve distress and feel less alone. Perhaps you feel loneliness and don't know what to do about it or have an addiction you sometimes hide and sometimes admit to yourself. You may have a child or adolescent you're concerned about, with conflicts you hope can heal.
Lisa Brown
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10075 (Online Only)
I am a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with adults as well as children, adolescents, and their parents. While working remotely, I am primarily seeing pre-teens, teenagers, and adults. I work with people for various reasons including anxiety, depression, wanting to develop a stronger sense of self, relationship stresses, difficulty reaching goals, and adjusting to new life stages. I provide a warm, collaborative, and empathic environment in which we can explore and get a better understanding of your particular experiences and work to help you or your child/teen feel better and make positive changes.
I am a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with adults as well as children, adolescents, and their parents. While working remotely, I am primarily seeing pre-teens, teenagers, and adults. I work with people for various reasons including anxiety, depression, wanting to develop a stronger sense of self, relationship stresses, difficulty reaching goals, and adjusting to new life stages. I provide a warm, collaborative, and empathic environment in which we can explore and get a better understanding of your particular experiences and work to help you or your child/teen feel better and make positive changes.
Andrew E Kuhn
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10075
Coping skills are important, and I will certainly help you with those. But you want to really live your life, not just get through it. Merely coping is not enough, you want to thrive! That's my working assumption. If you don't think that's possible, that's where our work begins, to figure out how you can regain hope, and the belief that vitality is your birthright. Clearing space for creativity is an important part of the process. Don't have a creative bone in your body, you say? I say you're wrong. Let's talk.
Coping skills are important, and I will certainly help you with those. But you want to really live your life, not just get through it. Merely coping is not enough, you want to thrive! That's my working assumption. If you don't think that's possible, that's where our work begins, to figure out how you can regain hope, and the belief that vitality is your birthright. Clearing space for creativity is an important part of the process. Don't have a creative bone in your body, you say? I say you're wrong. Let's talk.
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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.