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Alison Embow

Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC

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3359 Durham Road, Suite 500, Doylestown, PA 18902
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Available both in-person and online
3359 Durham Road Suite 500 Doylestown, PA 18902
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Tired of sticker charts and reward systems? Uncomfortable with time-outs? At Wise Heart Therapy LLC, we believe in the transformative power of play. I provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can explore emotions, build resilience, and develop the skills they need to thrive. I work closely with parents to deepen their understanding of their child and respond in ways that support both behavioral goals and strong, connected relationships.
I use Child Centered Play Therapy, a research-based, developmentally appropriate approach that addresses the root causes of behavior. Guided by a neurobiological understanding of development and regulation, children learn how to calm and center themselves in session. Throughout the process, parents receive direct support from me—because lasting change happen
You can expect a collaborative, respectful relationship with me. I bring over 20 years of experience working with children in various settings, and I offer therapies that many providers in Bucks County are not trained in. If you're ready to move beyond behavior management and toward meaningful growth and healing, I invite you to reach out.
Call or Alison Embow now for a free 15 minute consultation - (267) 450-2653

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3359 Durham Road

Suite 500

Doylestown, PA 18902 map

(267) 450-2653
My website
Child therapy is in-person only, in a specially designed play room to meet needs of safety and expression. Parent work can be on online.
I specialize in Child, Parenting and School Issues 
$150 Per Session  
I see individuals, families and groups  
Let's Connect (267) 450-2653
Photo of Alison Embow, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3359 Durham Road

Suite 500

Doylestown, PA 18902 map

(267) 450-2653
My website
Child therapy is in-person only, in a specially designed play room to meet needs of safety and expression. Parent work can be on online.
I specialize in Child, Parenting and School Issues 
$150 Per Session  
I see individuals, families and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
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I take private pay at this time with considerations for sliding scale options. IvyPay is my preferred method of payment.
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Alison Embow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 450-2653
"
I take private pay at this time with considerations for sliding scale options. IvyPay is my preferred method of payment.
Photo of Alison Embow, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Alison Embow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 450-2653

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / PC013446 Alison Embow
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 27 years
  • Attended University of Maryland, College Park, MD, MEd, Graduated 1999
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Commonwealth of PA, Department of State, Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs PC013446 / 2021
  • Membership with Association for Play Therapy 69196779 / 2022
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I am an Association for Play Therapy Member (no. 69196779). I am CCPT certified and have extensive training in SPT and CPRT. I have been working with children and families for 25 years.
Photo of Alison Embow, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Alison Embow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 450-2653
"
I am an Association for Play Therapy Member (no. 69196779). I am CCPT certified and have extensive training in SPT and CPRT. I have been working with children and families for 25 years.
Photo of Alison Embow, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Alison Embow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 450-2653

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Child
  • Parenting
  • School Issues

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Adoption
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Divorce
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sibling conflict
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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My child clients struggle with emotional regulation and behavioral expressions related to anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, family dynamics, school issues, neurodiversity and more. I engage children with their nervous system to affect change on a deep level. I assist parents with understanding what is happening with themselves, their child and presenting techniques to provide relief and change.
Photo of Alison Embow, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Alison Embow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 450-2653
"
My child clients struggle with emotional regulation and behavioral expressions related to anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, family dynamics, school issues, neurodiversity and more. I engage children with their nervous system to affect change on a deep level. I assist parents with understanding what is happening with themselves, their child and presenting techniques to provide relief and change.
Photo of Alison Embow, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Alison Embow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 450-2653

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Child Centered Play Therapy (CCPT)
  • Child Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Humanistic
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Relational
  • Sandplay
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use child centered play therapy (CCPT) and synergetic play therapy (SPT) to offer a relationally driven approach using nervous system principles to promote change. My work with parents is based on child parent relationship therapy (CPRT) to help parents understand themselves, their child and be provided tools to address problematic behaviors.
Photo of Alison Embow, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Alison Embow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 450-2653
"
I use child centered play therapy (CCPT) and synergetic play therapy (SPT) to offer a relationally driven approach using nervous system principles to promote change. My work with parents is based on child parent relationship therapy (CPRT) to help parents understand themselves, their child and be provided tools to address problematic behaviors.
Photo of Alison Embow, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Alison Embow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (267) 450-2653

Location

Primary Location

3359 Durham Road

Suite 500

Doylestown, PA 18902

(267) 450-2653

Nearby Areas

Counties

Zips

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Child therapy is in-person only, in a specially designed play room to meet needs of safety and expression. Parent work can be on online.
Photo of Alison Embow, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Alison Embow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (267) 450-2653
"
Child therapy is in-person only, in a specially designed play room to meet needs of safety and expression. Parent work can be on online.
Photo of Alison Embow, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Alison Embow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (267) 450-2653