Play Therapy in Port Charlotte, FL
Dandelion Behavioral Health
Counselor, MA, LMHC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
Sad? Stressed? Overwhelmed? Relationship conflicts? Life not going the way you planned? Feeling hopeless? Feeling alone? No one understands? I believe that most of our struggles start with our wounds. We are all wounded. We will walk down the path to recovery together. We will focus on your strengths, not your failures. A compassionate ear without judgment is what you can expect. An understanding environment is what you will experience. I offer talk therapy, play therapy, art therapy, and outside therapy with an eclectic and individualized approach. No two therapy sessions are exactly alike.
Sad? Stressed? Overwhelmed? Relationship conflicts? Life not going the way you planned? Feeling hopeless? Feeling alone? No one understands? I believe that most of our struggles start with our wounds. We are all wounded. We will walk down the path to recovery together. We will focus on your strengths, not your failures. A compassionate ear without judgment is what you can expect. An understanding environment is what you will experience. I offer talk therapy, play therapy, art therapy, and outside therapy with an eclectic and individualized approach. No two therapy sessions are exactly alike.
Alix Bergstrom
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Port Charlotte, FL 33952
I believe in an eclectic, empathetic, client-centered approach and utilize a wide variety of therapeutic techniques. I specialize in assisting children, adolescents, teens, and young adults develop and maintain effective coping skills, healthy relationships with family, friends, and peers, and increasing recognition of their self-worth. I believe humans are constantly learning to navigate the world around us and seek meaningful, authentic connections with others - that involves art, play, and many other creative endeavors, in and out of therapy.
I believe in an eclectic, empathetic, client-centered approach and utilize a wide variety of therapeutic techniques. I specialize in assisting children, adolescents, teens, and young adults develop and maintain effective coping skills, healthy relationships with family, friends, and peers, and increasing recognition of their self-worth. I believe humans are constantly learning to navigate the world around us and seek meaningful, authentic connections with others - that involves art, play, and many other creative endeavors, in and out of therapy.
Dandelion Behavioral Health- Tamara Tridle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
At Dandelion Behavioral Health, we recognize that life comes with a variety of challenges! We are here to help when life becomes overwhelming and at times seems impossible. We provide individual, marriage, and family therapy. We see individuals of all ages and we meet you where you are in your journey. We understand the importance of building a positive therapeutic relationship based on trust. We will provide you with a safe space where you will feel understood in order to help you or your family heal and become the best version of yourselves. Let us guide you to a new beginning of happiness and fulfillment today.
At Dandelion Behavioral Health, we recognize that life comes with a variety of challenges! We are here to help when life becomes overwhelming and at times seems impossible. We provide individual, marriage, and family therapy. We see individuals of all ages and we meet you where you are in your journey. We understand the importance of building a positive therapeutic relationship based on trust. We will provide you with a safe space where you will feel understood in order to help you or your family heal and become the best version of yourselves. Let us guide you to a new beginning of happiness and fulfillment today.
Meredith Wilber
Registered Mental Health Counselor Inter, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
I am a Registered Mental Health Intern offering Individual, Family, and Couples Counseling. I believe my role is to help my clients explore and help reveal their potential within themselves.
I am a Registered Mental Health Intern offering Individual, Family, and Couples Counseling. I believe my role is to help my clients explore and help reveal their potential within themselves.
Tasha Garcia
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW , RCSWI
Verified Verified
Port Charlotte, FL 33954
Waitlist for new clients
I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to help them achieve their personal goals. I work with children, teens, adults, and families seeking relief from depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and life stressors (such as death of a loved one, divorce, job loss, career change). I received my training from Florida State University, with advanced clinical training in addictions, group therapeutic settings, children & families, and crisis interventions.
I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to help them achieve their personal goals. I work with children, teens, adults, and families seeking relief from depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and life stressors (such as death of a loved one, divorce, job loss, career change). I received my training from Florida State University, with advanced clinical training in addictions, group therapeutic settings, children & families, and crisis interventions.
Jennifer Koffeman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, LLM, MSW, RCSWI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Charlotte, FL 33952 (Online Only)
Immediate openings via telehealth or phone. Jennifer takes a client-centered, positive approach to treatment. She seeks to create an environment in therapy where people can express themselves and heal from past harms and traumas while assisting clients in finding their purpose to succeed.
Immediate openings via telehealth or phone. Jennifer takes a client-centered, positive approach to treatment. She seeks to create an environment in therapy where people can express themselves and heal from past harms and traumas while assisting clients in finding their purpose to succeed.
Krista Andreana Yapp-Cooper
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RYT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Port Charlotte, FL 33980 (Online Only)
Currenly seeing telehealth clients only. I am passionate about individuals and couples who are searching to find their true and whole, authentic self. Through Mindfulness-Based Approaches, Experiential Practices, Yoga Therapy and other Holistic modalities; I empower individuals and couples to live their true authentic self from the inside out and outside in. Various Specialties Include: Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Changes/Challenges, Identity Issues, Life Transitions, Low Self-Esteem, Loss of Self, Shame, Vulnerability, Communication and Connection Issues, Trust Issues, Deepening Relationships,and Perinatal Mental Health.
Currenly seeing telehealth clients only. I am passionate about individuals and couples who are searching to find their true and whole, authentic self. Through Mindfulness-Based Approaches, Experiential Practices, Yoga Therapy and other Holistic modalities; I empower individuals and couples to live their true authentic self from the inside out and outside in. Various Specialties Include: Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Changes/Challenges, Identity Issues, Life Transitions, Low Self-Esteem, Loss of Self, Shame, Vulnerability, Communication and Connection Issues, Trust Issues, Deepening Relationships,and Perinatal Mental Health.
Adam Larivee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
Now Accepting New Clients. I firmly believe in the power of empathy, education, active listening, and collaboration in the therapeutic process. I strive to create a space where clients feel truly heard, validated, and empowered to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Through evidence-based interventions tailored to each individual’s unique needs, I aim to facilitate meaningful change and help clients develop the coping strategies and skills necessary to achieve overall wellness and inevitably the ability to love themselves.
Now Accepting New Clients. I firmly believe in the power of empathy, education, active listening, and collaboration in the therapeutic process. I strive to create a space where clients feel truly heard, validated, and empowered to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Through evidence-based interventions tailored to each individual’s unique needs, I aim to facilitate meaningful change and help clients develop the coping strategies and skills necessary to achieve overall wellness and inevitably the ability to love themselves.
Faezeh Andrews, PhD, Counseling Center
Counselor, PhD , LMHC, MCAP, NCC, QS
Verified Verified
Port Charlotte, FL 33980
I have over 33 years’ experience in mental health, substance abuse field and a private provider for all age group, family, children, youth, adult and older adults; completed residency @ Walter Reed Hospital, received 2 public awards, was JAC Clinical Director, 15 yr FSW Adjunct Professor, overseen the 211 operation & expert in diagnostics. I teach individuals to recognize, become self-aware, work on their action plan and start the healing process. Also, a qualified supervisor for the state of Florida to supervise MH interns. Accept new clients & interns. Interns will learn how to perform assessment & eclectic therapeutic therapy.
I have over 33 years’ experience in mental health, substance abuse field and a private provider for all age group, family, children, youth, adult and older adults; completed residency @ Walter Reed Hospital, received 2 public awards, was JAC Clinical Director, 15 yr FSW Adjunct Professor, overseen the 211 operation & expert in diagnostics. I teach individuals to recognize, become self-aware, work on their action plan and start the healing process. Also, a qualified supervisor for the state of Florida to supervise MH interns. Accept new clients & interns. Interns will learn how to perform assessment & eclectic therapeutic therapy.
Camile Price
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Port Charlotte, FL 33948 (Online Only)
While being a strong human who can manage everything like a boss is certainly admirable, neglecting one's mental and emotional well-being can ultimately have its fair share of negative impacts. It's important to recognize that being strong doesn't mean being invincible, and everyone needs to take care of themselves in order to function at their best. Ignoring mental and emotional needs can lead to feelings of burnout, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. It can also lead to strained relationships with loved ones, as well as decreased productivity and overall quality of life.
While being a strong human who can manage everything like a boss is certainly admirable, neglecting one's mental and emotional well-being can ultimately have its fair share of negative impacts. It's important to recognize that being strong doesn't mean being invincible, and everyone needs to take care of themselves in order to function at their best. Ignoring mental and emotional needs can lead to feelings of burnout, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. It can also lead to strained relationships with loved ones, as well as decreased productivity and overall quality of life.
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Brooke Tominey
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Punta Gorda, FL 33983 (Online Only)
I like to use an eclectic style of therapeutic techniques such as: CBT, solution-focused therapy, person-centered therapy, strength-based therapy, and various play therapy and trauma techniques.
Hello and welcome! Thank you for starting your healing journey! I have clinical experience working with clients of all ages, but primarily I have had the most experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. For couples therapy, I am Level 1 Gottman and Prepare/Enrich certified. I also have experience caring for people who live with anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, loss/grief, LGBTQ+ issues, and dual diagnosis. Additionally, I help clients with family and relationship conflicts, gender/sexuality concerns, self-esteem, coping skills, interpersonal skills and relationships, trauma, adjustment disorders, and more.
I like to use an eclectic style of therapeutic techniques such as: CBT, solution-focused therapy, person-centered therapy, strength-based therapy, and various play therapy and trauma techniques.
Hello and welcome! Thank you for starting your healing journey! I have clinical experience working with clients of all ages, but primarily I have had the most experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. For couples therapy, I am Level 1 Gottman and Prepare/Enrich certified. I also have experience caring for people who live with anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, loss/grief, LGBTQ+ issues, and dual diagnosis. Additionally, I help clients with family and relationship conflicts, gender/sexuality concerns, self-esteem, coping skills, interpersonal skills and relationships, trauma, adjustment disorders, and more.
Healing Transitions Creative Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Port, FL 34287 (Online Only)
I also specialize in play therapy and conducting ADHD assessments.
Transitions in life can be challenging for children, adolescents, and adults. My goal is to assist each client to achieve their highest potential. My role may change from being a catalyst for change, to conducting a thorough assessment. Evaluations may assist clients to identify problems that may be interfering with their everyday lives and personal relationships. I utilize my knowledge and education along with many years of experience in counseling in diverse settings and with all age groups. My focus of counseling is to build a safe, trusting relationship with each client with acceptance and without judgment to promote positive change.
I also specialize in play therapy and conducting ADHD assessments.
Transitions in life can be challenging for children, adolescents, and adults. My goal is to assist each client to achieve their highest potential. My role may change from being a catalyst for change, to conducting a thorough assessment. Evaluations may assist clients to identify problems that may be interfering with their everyday lives and personal relationships. I utilize my knowledge and education along with many years of experience in counseling in diverse settings and with all age groups. My focus of counseling is to build a safe, trusting relationship with each client with acceptance and without judgment to promote positive change.
Belle Heneberger
Counselor, RN, MEd, LMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
Venice, FL 34287
Sessions with children ages 2-12 are held in a therapeutic playroom, where they can use toys (their "words") and play (their "language") to express themselves.
Eliminate conflict, anxiety and depression more quickly when you engage your subconscious mind in the process of positive and rapid change. Activate new ways of thinking and coping to get more of what you want in life! Learn how previous experiences have influenced your choices until now, and begin to make the changes you want immediately. My approach is caring and supportive. As you clarify your goals and move towards attaining them, you will become more aware of your own strengths and options moving forward.
Sessions with children ages 2-12 are held in a therapeutic playroom, where they can use toys (their "words") and play (their "language") to express themselves.
Eliminate conflict, anxiety and depression more quickly when you engage your subconscious mind in the process of positive and rapid change. Activate new ways of thinking and coping to get more of what you want in life! Learn how previous experiences have influenced your choices until now, and begin to make the changes you want immediately. My approach is caring and supportive. As you clarify your goals and move towards attaining them, you will become more aware of your own strengths and options moving forward.
Fern Ridge Counseling, LLC & Wellness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
At Fern Ridge Counseling, LLC & Wellness Center we are dedicated to providing support as you navigate through life's difficult terrain. We are here to provide integrative support and acceptance in your journey to heal from personal struggles and emotional distress. Our counselors provide individual, marriage, and family therapy, and telepsychology, allowing us to serve you remotely. We offer true Wyoming wellness from Halotherapy, chromotherapy, red light therapy, infrared therapy, and neurofeedback. Don't do this alone, call today to schedule an appointment and allow our professionals to find solutions that are right for you.
At Fern Ridge Counseling, LLC & Wellness Center we are dedicated to providing support as you navigate through life's difficult terrain. We are here to provide integrative support and acceptance in your journey to heal from personal struggles and emotional distress. Our counselors provide individual, marriage, and family therapy, and telepsychology, allowing us to serve you remotely. We offer true Wyoming wellness from Halotherapy, chromotherapy, red light therapy, infrared therapy, and neurofeedback. Don't do this alone, call today to schedule an appointment and allow our professionals to find solutions that are right for you.
Angela Steranko
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
North Port, FL 34286
Are you concerned about your child's stress level or low mood? Perhaps you are you just hoping to get through the day without your child having a major meltdown or lashing out. It may be time to seek support in therapy. I am highly experienced in working with children, adolescents and young adults through their 20's. I offer a relaxed, judgement-free atmosphere to help guide families through challenges and provide support through approaches based on research.
Are you concerned about your child's stress level or low mood? Perhaps you are you just hoping to get through the day without your child having a major meltdown or lashing out. It may be time to seek support in therapy. I am highly experienced in working with children, adolescents and young adults through their 20's. I offer a relaxed, judgement-free atmosphere to help guide families through challenges and provide support through approaches based on research.
Davenport Psychology
Psychologist
Verified Verified
North Port, FL 34286
Welcome to Davenport Psychology, your trusted provider of evidence-based therapy in Sarasota and Venice, FL. Our experienced doctors of psychology are dedicated to helping you overcome mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, career stress, life transitions, and more. We also offer marriage counseling and individual therapy to help you achieve your goals and live life according to what matters to you.Our exceptional services have earned us the title of Best Psychologist in Venice, FL for 2021. When you call us, a licensed psychologist will either answer or return your call within 24 hours.
Welcome to Davenport Psychology, your trusted provider of evidence-based therapy in Sarasota and Venice, FL. Our experienced doctors of psychology are dedicated to helping you overcome mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, career stress, life transitions, and more. We also offer marriage counseling and individual therapy to help you achieve your goals and live life according to what matters to you.Our exceptional services have earned us the title of Best Psychologist in Venice, FL for 2021. When you call us, a licensed psychologist will either answer or return your call within 24 hours.
Eagle's Wings Counseling Center
Verified Verified
North Port, FL 34287
Eagle's Wings Counseling Center seeks to provide exceptional care to each individual who walks through our doors. Our staff are professional, highly trained, qualified, counselors with a combined 75+ years of experience. Through the use of sound psychological principles, including the latest therapies, techniques and research, we are able to provide personalized treatment to each individual we are privileged to see. Here you will find FREEDOM from the past, STRENGTH for today, and HOPE for the future.
Eagle's Wings Counseling Center seeks to provide exceptional care to each individual who walks through our doors. Our staff are professional, highly trained, qualified, counselors with a combined 75+ years of experience. Through the use of sound psychological principles, including the latest therapies, techniques and research, we are able to provide personalized treatment to each individual we are privileged to see. Here you will find FREEDOM from the past, STRENGTH for today, and HOPE for the future.
Online Therapists
Chelsea Reeves
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33606
Specializing in emotionally focused techniques and creative methods like movement, art, or play, I've developed a unique holistic approach.
My approach is deeply relational, whether working with couples, families, or individuals. I prioritize fostering connection and communication by drawing from the evidence-based frameworks of EFT and Gottman methods. These tools help us understand each other better and break free from negative cycles, promoting healthier dynamics and deeper bonds. I also integrate Expressive Arts Therapy approaches when working with kids, teens, and families, particularly when verbal communication is challenging or limited.
Specializing in emotionally focused techniques and creative methods like movement, art, or play, I've developed a unique holistic approach.
My approach is deeply relational, whether working with couples, families, or individuals. I prioritize fostering connection and communication by drawing from the evidence-based frameworks of EFT and Gottman methods. These tools help us understand each other better and break free from negative cycles, promoting healthier dynamics and deeper bonds. I also integrate Expressive Arts Therapy approaches when working with kids, teens, and families, particularly when verbal communication is challenging or limited.
Jessica Custer
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34233
I specialize in helping children, families, and teens who are dealing with anxiety, OCD, behavioral issues, Selective Mutism, Body Focused Repetitive Disorders, adjustment to life transitions, grief, body image issues, and self-esteem challenges. I am currently working toward becoming a registered play therapist, emphasizing the importance of play in a child's development. I love working with children and teens, and I offer a Christian faith-based approach to clients who want to incorporate that framework into counseling.
I specialize in helping children, families, and teens who are dealing with anxiety, OCD, behavioral issues, Selective Mutism, Body Focused Repetitive Disorders, adjustment to life transitions, grief, body image issues, and self-esteem challenges. I am currently working toward becoming a registered play therapist, emphasizing the importance of play in a child's development. I love working with children and teens, and I offer a Christian faith-based approach to clients who want to incorporate that framework into counseling.
Leighann Avery
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Clearwater, FL 33762
My passion is to provide evidence based therapy to children and adults utilizing play in session as well as Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Accelerated resolution therapy (ART), and Person-centered therapy. I specialize in treating clients suffering with depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, and coping skills. In the first session, clients can expect a warm, welcoming environment where they can share confidential information. Together as a team, the client (and family) and I will set goals for therapy and come up with a plan to help the client reach those goals.
My passion is to provide evidence based therapy to children and adults utilizing play in session as well as Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Accelerated resolution therapy (ART), and Person-centered therapy. I specialize in treating clients suffering with depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, and coping skills. In the first session, clients can expect a warm, welcoming environment where they can share confidential information. Together as a team, the client (and family) and I will set goals for therapy and come up with a plan to help the client reach those goals.
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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.