Sandplay Therapists in 30188

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Dr. Kristi Cronan
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, ACS, RPT
Verified Verified
Woodstock, GA 30188
I specialize with LGBTQIA+ populations of all ages as well as anyone who has experienced religious trauma, codependency issues, attachment wounds, and shame-based living. My clients are often looking for a transformative therapy experience that provides deep insights into who they are, how they got here, and where they go from here to be healthy, authentic, and confident. Sessions are supportive, non-judgmental, and individualized for your needs and comfort level. We frequently use interventions like role plays, mindfulness exercises, and creative expressive directives to explore the connections between your mind, body, & emotions.
I specialize with LGBTQIA+ populations of all ages as well as anyone who has experienced religious trauma, codependency issues, attachment wounds, and shame-based living. My clients are often looking for a transformative therapy experience that provides deep insights into who they are, how they got here, and where they go from here to be healthy, authentic, and confident. Sessions are supportive, non-judgmental, and individualized for your needs and comfort level. We frequently use interventions like role plays, mindfulness exercises, and creative expressive directives to explore the connections between your mind, body, & emotions.
(678) 616-8121 x2 View (678) 616-8121 x2
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Ashley S. Lingerfelt
Counselor, MS, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Woodstock, GA 30188
*****Not Accepting New Clients | Self-Pay Only***** No matter what phase of parenting you are in, I can help prepare you for success on your parenting journey. I specialize in working with young children and new moms. If you are struggling with your young child’s behavior, with feeling connected with your child, or with the adjustment to motherhood, please reach out to me. Being a parent isn’t easy and is often isolating. COVID has made circumstances even harder for many families. It’s okay to ask for help!
*****Not Accepting New Clients | Self-Pay Only***** No matter what phase of parenting you are in, I can help prepare you for success on your parenting journey. I specialize in working with young children and new moms. If you are struggling with your young child’s behavior, with feeling connected with your child, or with the adjustment to motherhood, please reach out to me. Being a parent isn’t easy and is often isolating. COVID has made circumstances even harder for many families. It’s okay to ask for help!
(678) 919-2308 View (678) 919-2308
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Mary Teresa Freeman-Walters
Counselor, MS, MAC, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Woodstock, GA 30188
For as long as I can remember, I've had a heart for encouraging people. I consider it a blessing to be able to do what gives me great joy - watching lives become transformed through the healing experience of counseling. I am looking forward to meeting you and having the privilege to be a part of your journey of renewal.
For as long as I can remember, I've had a heart for encouraging people. I consider it a blessing to be able to do what gives me great joy - watching lives become transformed through the healing experience of counseling. I am looking forward to meeting you and having the privilege to be a part of your journey of renewal.
(678) 820-4781 View (678) 820-4781
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Sherrie Sperling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodstock, GA 30188
I enjoy working with all populations. My passion for helping others continues to grow each day. With over 10 years of experience working with children and families, I utilize the best evidence based practice technique for each individual. I listen to my clients, offer support, encouragement and hope.
I enjoy working with all populations. My passion for helping others continues to grow each day. With over 10 years of experience working with children and families, I utilize the best evidence based practice technique for each individual. I listen to my clients, offer support, encouragement and hope.
(770) 809-6644 View (770) 809-6644
Photo of Larisa Hanger, Pre-Licensed Professional in 30188, GA
Larisa Hanger
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodstock, GA 30188
Have you or your child received counseling for years without much success? Or, are you bravely seeking therapy for the first time? My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, creative, and trauma-sensitive. “I contain multitudes” is a Walt Whitman quote I resonate with because it touches on the adaptive strengths each part of us contains. I often work with clients who are struggling with dissociation, depression, and grief. I offer evidence-based trauma therapies like EMDR in addition to creative art, self-states/ parts, and somatic work per client preference. I also provide skills-based therapies like TF-CBT and DBT.
Have you or your child received counseling for years without much success? Or, are you bravely seeking therapy for the first time? My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, creative, and trauma-sensitive. “I contain multitudes” is a Walt Whitman quote I resonate with because it touches on the adaptive strengths each part of us contains. I often work with clients who are struggling with dissociation, depression, and grief. I offer evidence-based trauma therapies like EMDR in addition to creative art, self-states/ parts, and somatic work per client preference. I also provide skills-based therapies like TF-CBT and DBT.
(770) 651-0393 View (770) 651-0393
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Leah M Elliott
LMSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Woodstock, GA 30188
You wake up with your daily “to do list” flooding your mind. Your days are spent caring for everyone else or trying to keep up with your responsibilities. There is no time for yourself. Feeling burnt out, you are no longer content with the life you once held as your dream. Every day feels draining and mundane. Anxiety overwhelms you as you keep up with life's demands. You wonder if there is a way to find joy in the things you once loved. You push through each day not feeling well, unfocused, and irritable; all the while wanting to feel fulfilled in the life you are creating.
You wake up with your daily “to do list” flooding your mind. Your days are spent caring for everyone else or trying to keep up with your responsibilities. There is no time for yourself. Feeling burnt out, you are no longer content with the life you once held as your dream. Every day feels draining and mundane. Anxiety overwhelms you as you keep up with life's demands. You wonder if there is a way to find joy in the things you once loved. You push through each day not feeling well, unfocused, and irritable; all the while wanting to feel fulfilled in the life you are creating.
(678) 929-6034 View (678) 929-6034
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Jessica Stouffer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Woodstock, GA 30188
I'm Jessica and I'm thrilled to welcome you to a safe, calming space where growth and individualized care take center stage. I work with children, teens, and adults, and am passionate about using both effective and creative therapy techniques to empower individuals and families on their unique journeys (yes, this sometimes even includes art, music, and body movement while in my therapy room!).
I'm Jessica and I'm thrilled to welcome you to a safe, calming space where growth and individualized care take center stage. I work with children, teens, and adults, and am passionate about using both effective and creative therapy techniques to empower individuals and families on their unique journeys (yes, this sometimes even includes art, music, and body movement while in my therapy room!).
(770) 762-3934 View (770) 762-3934
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Travis Granville
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Woodstock, GA 30188
Finding a therapist that you connect well with is a daunting task. It is my goal to ensure that you feel supported and equipped to meet your counseling goals, whatever they may be. I typically partner with children, teens, and adults to assist them with anxiety, depression, behavioral needs, trauma, and solution-focused care. Care can range from empirically supported play therapy interventions for kids to experiential and awareness-building talk therapy for teens and adults. Ultimately, we will work together to find a treatment path that fits your unique needs and preferences.
Finding a therapist that you connect well with is a daunting task. It is my goal to ensure that you feel supported and equipped to meet your counseling goals, whatever they may be. I typically partner with children, teens, and adults to assist them with anxiety, depression, behavioral needs, trauma, and solution-focused care. Care can range from empirically supported play therapy interventions for kids to experiential and awareness-building talk therapy for teens and adults. Ultimately, we will work together to find a treatment path that fits your unique needs and preferences.
(678) 737-3784 x4 View (678) 737-3784 x4
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Jennifer Kuck
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdS, LMFT, LPC, CSAT, CPCS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Woodstock, GA 30188
I specialize in strengthening couple and family relationships, whether daily challenges or more serious issues involving infidelity, addiction, or betrayal trauma. I work to increase happiness through strengthening, remodeling, or rebuilding relationships. I help clients build communication, conflict resolution, and life skills as well as increasing connection. I work with people across the lifespan, from children to adolescents, to adults, individually or in a relationship. As a play therapist, I am skilled in working with children and adolescents. As a marriage and family therapist, I love to help build couple and family skills.
I specialize in strengthening couple and family relationships, whether daily challenges or more serious issues involving infidelity, addiction, or betrayal trauma. I work to increase happiness through strengthening, remodeling, or rebuilding relationships. I help clients build communication, conflict resolution, and life skills as well as increasing connection. I work with people across the lifespan, from children to adolescents, to adults, individually or in a relationship. As a play therapist, I am skilled in working with children and adolescents. As a marriage and family therapist, I love to help build couple and family skills.
(770) 771-6904 View (770) 771-6904
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Dunia Lobo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Woodstock, GA 30188
Clients and Colleagues recommend me for my exceptional ability to connect, understand and show compassion, resulting in positive outcomes. For over 20 years, I have promoted mental health, personal growth and wellness in children, adolescents and adults so they can achieve their full potential. I encourage and support my clients while preparing them with the necessary tools and knowledge to be empowered. I assist my clients through their life journey, taking into account each person in his/her full dimensions: mind, body and spirit. I strongly believe in the human capacity to heal, grow and overcome life's challenges.
Clients and Colleagues recommend me for my exceptional ability to connect, understand and show compassion, resulting in positive outcomes. For over 20 years, I have promoted mental health, personal growth and wellness in children, adolescents and adults so they can achieve their full potential. I encourage and support my clients while preparing them with the necessary tools and knowledge to be empowered. I assist my clients through their life journey, taking into account each person in his/her full dimensions: mind, body and spirit. I strongly believe in the human capacity to heal, grow and overcome life's challenges.
(678) 901-4203 View (678) 901-4203
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Candace Pranger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodstock, GA 30188
I have worked with children and families for over 15 years in many different capacities. As a therapist I work with children and adolescents who have endured trauma in their lives and assist them to overcome these struggles and move forward towards a healthy and happy life. My background includes working with those who have been afflicted by sexual abuse, domestic violence, family conflict, anxiety disorders, behavioral issues, and various others. I work with individuals as well as families to facilitate healthy relationships and inner peace.
I have worked with children and families for over 15 years in many different capacities. As a therapist I work with children and adolescents who have endured trauma in their lives and assist them to overcome these struggles and move forward towards a healthy and happy life. My background includes working with those who have been afflicted by sexual abuse, domestic violence, family conflict, anxiety disorders, behavioral issues, and various others. I work with individuals as well as families to facilitate healthy relationships and inner peace.
(404) 982-4269 View (404) 982-4269
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Marina Delaine-Siegel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodstock, GA 30188
Hello and welcome! Finding a therapist that you connect with can be a daunting task, so let me tell you a little about myself. I am a fully Licensed Professional Counselor that likes to create a space where my clients feel safe and empowered. I also love to serve underserved populations who may not initially see the value of therapy, but who suddenly have someone they can be vulnerable with while exploring and growing themself through talking, art, or other diverse therapeutic needs. So congrats on taking the first step and I can't wait to meet you!
Hello and welcome! Finding a therapist that you connect with can be a daunting task, so let me tell you a little about myself. I am a fully Licensed Professional Counselor that likes to create a space where my clients feel safe and empowered. I also love to serve underserved populations who may not initially see the value of therapy, but who suddenly have someone they can be vulnerable with while exploring and growing themself through talking, art, or other diverse therapeutic needs. So congrats on taking the first step and I can't wait to meet you!
(678) 928-4654 View (678) 928-4654
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Alexandra Carver
Counselor, APC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Woodstock, GA 30188
Is your child dreading school mornings? Are you, as a parent, struggling with navigating how to connect with your teen? Are you feeling frustrated with constant meltdowns from your little one? I understand how these tricky feelings can feel monumental in the moment. As a parent, you are looking for that missing puzzle piece to help your child reach a calm and confident place. I will provide you and your child a safe space to explore effective solutions and find healing through these challenging seasons of life. Parents, you should never feel alone! A holistic approach is key.
Is your child dreading school mornings? Are you, as a parent, struggling with navigating how to connect with your teen? Are you feeling frustrated with constant meltdowns from your little one? I understand how these tricky feelings can feel monumental in the moment. As a parent, you are looking for that missing puzzle piece to help your child reach a calm and confident place. I will provide you and your child a safe space to explore effective solutions and find healing through these challenging seasons of life. Parents, you should never feel alone! A holistic approach is key.
(678) 786-2427 View (678) 786-2427
Sandplay Therapists

What problems are best treated with sandplay therapy?

Research has examined this therapy’s utility in young people and found positive results. It has been shown to be useful for those who suffer from autism, attention deficit disorder, anxiety, and or aggressive behavior. Children who have suffered abuse, neglect, or trauma have also seen improvement through this therapy. Abused children are often fearful and anxious about their safety, making verbal communication more difficult.

Is sandplay therapy suitable for children and teenagers?

Children and adolescents are good candidates for sandplay therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts, let alone the emotions they are experiencing. Through this play therapy, they will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.

Is sandplay suitable for adults?

This type of therapy can be useful for adults who have difficulties expressing themselves. People who have suffered neurological changes after a brain injury or because of a traumatic event might be good candidates for this therapy. In fact, anything that has had an effect on the brain, such as substance abuse, can make non-verbal sandplay a valuable option.

Does sandplay therapy work?

There have been studies on the effectiveness of sandplay therapy, and it appears to improve difficult behaviors in children. It may also enhance self-esteem and lessen feelings of physical anxiety as well as hypersensitivity. This type of therapy is based on non-verbal communication and may feel less threatening to the individual.