Play Therapy in 85225
Jordan M Helms
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85225
Based on your unique needs, you may experience CBT,DBT, play therapy, art therapy,mindfulness techniques, gender-affirming care,& animal-assisted therapy.
Jordan Helms, MSW, LCSW, received her Master of Social Work from Syracuse University and is a licensed clinical social worker in Arizona. She also has a specialty certification in animal-assisted therapy from the Institute for Human-Animal Connection. Jordan is part of the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) community. She is social justice-oriented, culturally responsive, and LGBTQ+ affirming. She enjoys working with individuals ten years of age through young adulthood and has deep experience working with LGBTQ+, ADHD/ASD, anxiety, depression, and self-injurious behavior.
Based on your unique needs, you may experience CBT,DBT, play therapy, art therapy,mindfulness techniques, gender-affirming care,& animal-assisted therapy.
Jordan Helms, MSW, LCSW, received her Master of Social Work from Syracuse University and is a licensed clinical social worker in Arizona. She also has a specialty certification in animal-assisted therapy from the Institute for Human-Animal Connection. Jordan is part of the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) community. She is social justice-oriented, culturally responsive, and LGBTQ+ affirming. She enjoys working with individuals ten years of age through young adulthood and has deep experience working with LGBTQ+, ADHD/ASD, anxiety, depression, and self-injurious behavior.
Jillian Shively
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85225
My treatment modalities include CBT, DBT, ACT, motivational interviewing, play therapy, sandtray, and trauma focused therapy.
I am excited to offer the services of my private therapy practice for children, adolescents, and their families, as well as adults, Through the Woods Therapy AZ, LLC. For the past 11 years I have worked with children and their families who have struggled with issues including but not limited to: suicide attempts and ideation, homicidal ideation, family conflict, behavioral issues, aggression, anxiety, emotional and physical abuse, ADHD, defiance, and emotion dysregulation. I also provide therapy services for adults struggling with depression, anxiety, anger management, as well as other difficulties.
My treatment modalities include CBT, DBT, ACT, motivational interviewing, play therapy, sandtray, and trauma focused therapy.
I am excited to offer the services of my private therapy practice for children, adolescents, and their families, as well as adults, Through the Woods Therapy AZ, LLC. For the past 11 years I have worked with children and their families who have struggled with issues including but not limited to: suicide attempts and ideation, homicidal ideation, family conflict, behavioral issues, aggression, anxiety, emotional and physical abuse, ADHD, defiance, and emotion dysregulation. I also provide therapy services for adults struggling with depression, anxiety, anger management, as well as other difficulties.
Susanne Nigro
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225
At times the challenges we are presented with can be painfully overwhelming. Some of our choices and habits along with our need for companionship affect our judgment. Indecisiveness and complacency can manifest as unsatisfying patterns of behavior or disheartening relationships. I believe it is possible to create meaningful changes, to be the person you want to be and live a happy, fulfilling life. For young client's fun and play are important. Incorporating creative, expressive art and play therapy interventions is my specialty. This is a great way to connect with children and teens unresponsive to traditional forms of therapy.
At times the challenges we are presented with can be painfully overwhelming. Some of our choices and habits along with our need for companionship affect our judgment. Indecisiveness and complacency can manifest as unsatisfying patterns of behavior or disheartening relationships. I believe it is possible to create meaningful changes, to be the person you want to be and live a happy, fulfilling life. For young client's fun and play are important. Incorporating creative, expressive art and play therapy interventions is my specialty. This is a great way to connect with children and teens unresponsive to traditional forms of therapy.
Beyond Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSMFT, MBA, JD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85225
Ruales is a Story Play Practitioner and play therapist which provides her with a unique specialization when working with children and adolescents.
Ms. Rosa Ruales has a Juris Doctor Degree, a Master in Business Administration, and a Master Degree in Marital, Couple, and Family Counseling, which she graduated with distinction. Her intensive education, bilingual skills, and training combined with her rich multicultural experience has resulted in a solution focused counseling experience for a wide variety of clients. She works with children, families, and couples. She also provides pre-marital counseling. Whether as a couple or as an individual with sexual concerns, infidelity, conflict resolution, communication and connection Ms. Ruales will work with you to help resolve your concerns.
Ruales is a Story Play Practitioner and play therapist which provides her with a unique specialization when working with children and adolescents.
Ms. Rosa Ruales has a Juris Doctor Degree, a Master in Business Administration, and a Master Degree in Marital, Couple, and Family Counseling, which she graduated with distinction. Her intensive education, bilingual skills, and training combined with her rich multicultural experience has resulted in a solution focused counseling experience for a wide variety of clients. She works with children, families, and couples. She also provides pre-marital counseling. Whether as a couple or as an individual with sexual concerns, infidelity, conflict resolution, communication and connection Ms. Ruales will work with you to help resolve your concerns.
Maria Blahut
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85225
I use a variety of methods including sand tray, ABA and play therapy that work with the whole child as they work on managing difficult emotions, tolerating stressful situations, decreasing sensory overload, and improving social skills.
Are your children displaying challenges with emotions, relating to others or adjusting to a school environment? Difficulty regulating emotions and impulsive behaviors can negatively affect the way we interact with others, causing difficulties in building those relationships we need to thrive. I primarily work with children and teens with an emphasis on Autism, development delays, ADHD and anxiety and the impact on daily functioning and fully enjoying life. I have seen how trauma negatively affects normal childhood development and have been trained in EMDR for children to help free them from a burden and pain they don’t understand.
I use a variety of methods including sand tray, ABA and play therapy that work with the whole child as they work on managing difficult emotions, tolerating stressful situations, decreasing sensory overload, and improving social skills.
Are your children displaying challenges with emotions, relating to others or adjusting to a school environment? Difficulty regulating emotions and impulsive behaviors can negatively affect the way we interact with others, causing difficulties in building those relationships we need to thrive. I primarily work with children and teens with an emphasis on Autism, development delays, ADHD and anxiety and the impact on daily functioning and fully enjoying life. I have seen how trauma negatively affects normal childhood development and have been trained in EMDR for children to help free them from a burden and pain they don’t understand.
Betsy Leavitt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225
I specialize in Play Therapy and Trauma Therapy with both children and adults.
My role as your therapist is to offer compassion and a calm, safe space for healing. My approach is client-centered and strengths-based, working at your pace toward your identified goals. I focus on offering support, tools, and resources as we work together. Each client has a unique situation and services are tailored to fit those needs. We will work together to achieve what is important to you.
I specialize in Play Therapy and Trauma Therapy with both children and adults.
My role as your therapist is to offer compassion and a calm, safe space for healing. My approach is client-centered and strengths-based, working at your pace toward your identified goals. I focus on offering support, tools, and resources as we work together. Each client has a unique situation and services are tailored to fit those needs. We will work together to achieve what is important to you.
Nicole O'Hare
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CMHIMP, CCATP, CTMH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85225
Accepting New Clients - I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, passionate about helping my clients achieve fulfillment in their daily lives. I am a Level 3 Gottman Method Couples Therapist, which enables me to provide tools for helping couples communicate effectively and transform their relationship. I also maintain an advanced certification as a Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider. This certification allows me to utilize a more holistic approach to treating from an integrative perspective. I am able to help clients achieve optimal mental and physical health and wellness while using a mind-body approach to healing.
Accepting New Clients - I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, passionate about helping my clients achieve fulfillment in their daily lives. I am a Level 3 Gottman Method Couples Therapist, which enables me to provide tools for helping couples communicate effectively and transform their relationship. I also maintain an advanced certification as a Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider. This certification allows me to utilize a more holistic approach to treating from an integrative perspective. I am able to help clients achieve optimal mental and physical health and wellness while using a mind-body approach to healing.
Angie Curtis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225
Hello, my name is Angie Curtis. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona. I've been providing counseling services for over 10 years and specialize in working with children and families with trauma. Most of my experience has been working with children and families with trauma. I also have experience working with clients with depression, anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and various life stressors. My approach is strength-based and person centered. I'm currently getting trained in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT).
Hello, my name is Angie Curtis. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona. I've been providing counseling services for over 10 years and specialize in working with children and families with trauma. Most of my experience has been working with children and families with trauma. I also have experience working with clients with depression, anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and various life stressors. My approach is strength-based and person centered. I'm currently getting trained in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT).
Sharon Von Lentz
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225
Hello, I am Dr Sharon. I have 35 years of experience in helping people live happier lives. I would like to help you reach your goals in life. I can help reduce your anxiety, and depression, improve your relationship, or change careers. Let's get started! I work with people who have anxiety disorders, depression, relationship problems, ADHD, insomnia, job stressors, career change, divorce, veterans, military, and Christians, I decided to be a psychologist when I was 15 years old because everyone around me told me their problems. I realized that it was "my calling."
Hello, I am Dr Sharon. I have 35 years of experience in helping people live happier lives. I would like to help you reach your goals in life. I can help reduce your anxiety, and depression, improve your relationship, or change careers. Let's get started! I work with people who have anxiety disorders, depression, relationship problems, ADHD, insomnia, job stressors, career change, divorce, veterans, military, and Christians, I decided to be a psychologist when I was 15 years old because everyone around me told me their problems. I realized that it was "my calling."
Rosemary Martinez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225
Hello, my name is Rosemary Martinez and I'm a licensed professional counselor in Arizona. I specialize in helping people work through and heal from past trauma that has impacted their daily lives. I use modalities such as CBT, EMDR, and DBT to reprocess and heal the entire person. I hope to have the opportunity to help you. I try to get the whole picture of the person I'm working with. I don't just want to know the trauma I want to understand how it is impacting your daily living and how we can work together to improve that. I use modalities such as CBT, EMDR, and DBT among others, to treat the person, not the diagnosis.
Hello, my name is Rosemary Martinez and I'm a licensed professional counselor in Arizona. I specialize in helping people work through and heal from past trauma that has impacted their daily lives. I use modalities such as CBT, EMDR, and DBT to reprocess and heal the entire person. I hope to have the opportunity to help you. I try to get the whole picture of the person I'm working with. I don't just want to know the trauma I want to understand how it is impacting your daily living and how we can work together to improve that. I use modalities such as CBT, EMDR, and DBT among others, to treat the person, not the diagnosis.
Megan Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225
I have worked with kids and their families for over 25 years. My favorite children and teens are strong willed, capable, and smart (academic and/or common sense). I see kids ranging from 3 year old to college students. Some of the most common issues that I work with are ADD/ADHD, Oppositional/Defiant, Depression, Anxiety and Bipolar Disorders. Other general issues are poor social skills, difficulty with frustration, poor communication skills and parent-child conflict. Because so many of the families that I see are struggling with how get along easily, I prefer to include parents whenever possible.
I have worked with kids and their families for over 25 years. My favorite children and teens are strong willed, capable, and smart (academic and/or common sense). I see kids ranging from 3 year old to college students. Some of the most common issues that I work with are ADD/ADHD, Oppositional/Defiant, Depression, Anxiety and Bipolar Disorders. Other general issues are poor social skills, difficulty with frustration, poor communication skills and parent-child conflict. Because so many of the families that I see are struggling with how get along easily, I prefer to include parents whenever possible.
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Felicia Cota
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85225
If you find yourself struggling, feeling overwhelmed or experiencing painful emotions in your everyday life or perhaps experiencing triggers from past trauma, I work with people like you, who sometimes get stuck in a cycle of self-defeating behavior in your personal life and relationships. Together we can address your needs of improving your quality of life such as helping you manage stress and anxiety. We would start by creating a collaborative relationship. I facilitate this by doing my best to create a comfortable space where you can share not only your issues, but one that helps shape your ideas for growth and change
If you find yourself struggling, feeling overwhelmed or experiencing painful emotions in your everyday life or perhaps experiencing triggers from past trauma, I work with people like you, who sometimes get stuck in a cycle of self-defeating behavior in your personal life and relationships. Together we can address your needs of improving your quality of life such as helping you manage stress and anxiety. We would start by creating a collaborative relationship. I facilitate this by doing my best to create a comfortable space where you can share not only your issues, but one that helps shape your ideas for growth and change
Tina Tarin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85225
I take a person-centered approach to treatment, with a specific focus on the intersection between psychology and biology. My approach to therapy includes cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, experiential therapy, and trauma-focused interventions. I have expansive training and experience working with trauma, PTSD, mood and personality disorders, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideations, self-harming behavior, gender and sexual identity issues. I include a psychoeducational focus on the biology of distress, to help heal the mind-body disconnect that often creates challenges to progress in treatment.
I take a person-centered approach to treatment, with a specific focus on the intersection between psychology and biology. My approach to therapy includes cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, experiential therapy, and trauma-focused interventions. I have expansive training and experience working with trauma, PTSD, mood and personality disorders, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideations, self-harming behavior, gender and sexual identity issues. I include a psychoeducational focus on the biology of distress, to help heal the mind-body disconnect that often creates challenges to progress in treatment.
Cynthia Alvarez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85225
Hi, I’m Cynthia! Some days are hard. And while we’ve all gotten bad news or been stuck in traffic, I’m talking about days or moments that feel downright excruciating. Are you dealing with anxious thoughts and unending worries? Perhaps you’d like some learning and practice in self-love? Are you wondering if you’ll ever heal from trauma or painful memories? The clients I work with are all on a similar journey to have fewer hard days.
Hi, I’m Cynthia! Some days are hard. And while we’ve all gotten bad news or been stuck in traffic, I’m talking about days or moments that feel downright excruciating. Are you dealing with anxious thoughts and unending worries? Perhaps you’d like some learning and practice in self-love? Are you wondering if you’ll ever heal from trauma or painful memories? The clients I work with are all on a similar journey to have fewer hard days.
Dominic Di Loreto
Counselor, LAC, MS, MA, BCN
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225
Hi, my name is Dominic Di Loreto and I offer counseling and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy in Chandler, Arizona. I have a unique experience working as a therapist with an understanding in neuroscience. I am experienced in working with anxiety and trauma in adults as well as children. I have worked with neuromodulation treatments such neurofeedback and brain mapping for over 14 years. This background in neuroscience has allowed me a deeper understanding to the mechanisms behind mental health conditions and allows me a broader toolbelt to best help my clients achieve their therapeutic goals.
Hi, my name is Dominic Di Loreto and I offer counseling and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy in Chandler, Arizona. I have a unique experience working as a therapist with an understanding in neuroscience. I am experienced in working with anxiety and trauma in adults as well as children. I have worked with neuromodulation treatments such neurofeedback and brain mapping for over 14 years. This background in neuroscience has allowed me a deeper understanding to the mechanisms behind mental health conditions and allows me a broader toolbelt to best help my clients achieve their therapeutic goals.
Janel Elizabeth Halloff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225
I am an associate therapist at The Center for Compassion, where we provide mindful care for painful times. I believe that with the proper support, a person can begin to rebuild, adjust, and make meaning out of their experiences and losses, all while continuing to honor and feel connected to their loved one along the way. I am passionate about helping others navigate through grief, loss, trauma, and life’s many challenges. I have experience in several different social work settings; including schools, hospice, and grief support. These experiences have given me the skills to support those enduring many different life challenges.
I am an associate therapist at The Center for Compassion, where we provide mindful care for painful times. I believe that with the proper support, a person can begin to rebuild, adjust, and make meaning out of their experiences and losses, all while continuing to honor and feel connected to their loved one along the way. I am passionate about helping others navigate through grief, loss, trauma, and life’s many challenges. I have experience in several different social work settings; including schools, hospice, and grief support. These experiences have given me the skills to support those enduring many different life challenges.
Grace for the Journey Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225
“We are all on a journey of some sort, whether it is one of healing, new beginnings, pleasure, or life transition. Sometimes we encounter storms and obstacles that shake us and may make us feel as if we are lost or maybe incapable of overcoming the storm.” These storms may be recognized as anxiety, depression, loss of a loved one, job or home. Creating therapeutic trust and emotional safety are two of my greatest strengths as a therapist. I will work with you to create an environment in which you can discover your own truth and authentic self, and increase your capacity to make healthy life choices and find fulfilling relationships.
“We are all on a journey of some sort, whether it is one of healing, new beginnings, pleasure, or life transition. Sometimes we encounter storms and obstacles that shake us and may make us feel as if we are lost or maybe incapable of overcoming the storm.” These storms may be recognized as anxiety, depression, loss of a loved one, job or home. Creating therapeutic trust and emotional safety are two of my greatest strengths as a therapist. I will work with you to create an environment in which you can discover your own truth and authentic self, and increase your capacity to make healthy life choices and find fulfilling relationships.
Taelor Emmert - Trauma - Anxiety - Self Esteem - Depression -Dbt Skills- Emdr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85225 (Online Only)
Hi there! I am an Arizona State University graduate (Go Sun Devils!) with a Bachelors Degree in Family and Human Development and a Masters Degree in Counseling. I have clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families with a variety of struggles including family disruption, trauma, anxiety, behavioral problems, grief, faith crisis, self esteem and depression. I approach the therapeutic process by incorporating many modalities into therapy that fit the needs of each client.
Hi there! I am an Arizona State University graduate (Go Sun Devils!) with a Bachelors Degree in Family and Human Development and a Masters Degree in Counseling. I have clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families with a variety of struggles including family disruption, trauma, anxiety, behavioral problems, grief, faith crisis, self esteem and depression. I approach the therapeutic process by incorporating many modalities into therapy that fit the needs of each client.
Amy Wesson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAS, LAMFT, CCLS
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225
I create a safe and comfortable environment where couples, families, teens and individuals can feel supported in their sharing, growth, and healing. As a Certified Child Life Specialist for Phoenix Children’s Hospital, I gained extensive experience supporting children and parents through in trauma, loss, diagnosis and life changes. I have worked with couples, parents, families, teens and children in many capacities over the last 20 years and look forward to supporting you. I believe my clients are the experts of their lives and I am here to aid in the processing of their story, to provide positive change and hope.
I create a safe and comfortable environment where couples, families, teens and individuals can feel supported in their sharing, growth, and healing. As a Certified Child Life Specialist for Phoenix Children’s Hospital, I gained extensive experience supporting children and parents through in trauma, loss, diagnosis and life changes. I have worked with couples, parents, families, teens and children in many capacities over the last 20 years and look forward to supporting you. I believe my clients are the experts of their lives and I am here to aid in the processing of their story, to provide positive change and hope.
Shannon Keating
Licensed Associate Counselor, MA, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225
Hi! I'm so glad you're here! :) I know how overwhelming and intimidating it can be to look for help. A safe place and a non-judgmental/unbiased ear are highly coveted and sought after in today's society. Therapy can address infinite issues and struggles that arise in daily life. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, relationship issues, or just life in general, take comfort that I'm here to help! Together, we can work through whatever it is that you need to lead your "best" happy and healthy life. Please take note of my specialties and other areas of expertise.
Hi! I'm so glad you're here! :) I know how overwhelming and intimidating it can be to look for help. A safe place and a non-judgmental/unbiased ear are highly coveted and sought after in today's society. Therapy can address infinite issues and struggles that arise in daily life. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, relationship issues, or just life in general, take comfort that I'm here to help! Together, we can work through whatever it is that you need to lead your "best" happy and healthy life. Please take note of my specialties and other areas of expertise.
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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.