Play Therapy in Atlanta, GA
With children, I often use play and art therapy to make sessions engaging and age-appropriate.
Hi, I’m Claire — a therapist who loves engaging children, teens, and young adults in fun, creative ways that help them grow their skills and confidence. I specialize in supporting children with emotional dysregulation, helping them identify and express their feelings in healthy, safe ways. I also work with individuals to manage worries and stress, whether related to school, self-esteem, work, or family changes such as separation or divorce. My goal is to help them make sense of their experiences, develop practical skills, and feel validated and supported along the way.
With children, I often use play and art therapy to make sessions engaging and age-appropriate.
Hi, I’m Claire — a therapist who loves engaging children, teens, and young adults in fun, creative ways that help them grow their skills and confidence. I specialize in supporting children with emotional dysregulation, helping them identify and express their feelings in healthy, safe ways. I also work with individuals to manage worries and stress, whether related to school, self-esteem, work, or family changes such as separation or divorce. My goal is to help them make sense of their experiences, develop practical skills, and feel validated and supported along the way.
While I am well versed in traditional approaches, I also specialize in animal assisted therapy, art therapy, and play therapy.
Sharing your deepest and most personal hardships with someone is a huge investment of trust. I strive to create a safe, welcoming environment that allows my clients to work through their challenges. It is extremely rewarding to see my clients become healthier, happier versions of themselves.
While I am well versed in traditional approaches, I also specialize in animal assisted therapy, art therapy, and play therapy.
Sharing your deepest and most personal hardships with someone is a huge investment of trust. I strive to create a safe, welcoming environment that allows my clients to work through their challenges. It is extremely rewarding to see my clients become healthier, happier versions of themselves.
I’m easy to connect with. My clients feel comfortable opening up to me and sharing what they’re going through. Parents say their children developed better coping/social skills and learned how to feel better about themselves with my help. I am warm, empathic, comforting and use strategies that have been proven highly effective. I am experienced in helping people of any age with relationship difficulties. I work with many young professionals, adults, families and couples. I help people who struggle with negative thinking patterns. I focus on cutting-edge, evidence-based psychotherapy techniques that allow for accelerated healing.
I’m easy to connect with. My clients feel comfortable opening up to me and sharing what they’re going through. Parents say their children developed better coping/social skills and learned how to feel better about themselves with my help. I am warm, empathic, comforting and use strategies that have been proven highly effective. I am experienced in helping people of any age with relationship difficulties. I work with many young professionals, adults, families and couples. I help people who struggle with negative thinking patterns. I focus on cutting-edge, evidence-based psychotherapy techniques that allow for accelerated healing.
Embark on a transformative journey of self-exploration through curiosity, play, safety, and awareness.
As we build trust while navigating life’s challenges, I’ll serve as your supportive guide as we craft an action plan and embrace a brighter future. I specialize in working with adults, offering support for trauma, stress management, life transitions, and mood & thought disorders.
Embark on a transformative journey of self-exploration through curiosity, play, safety, and awareness.
As we build trust while navigating life’s challenges, I’ll serve as your supportive guide as we craft an action plan and embrace a brighter future. I specialize in working with adults, offering support for trauma, stress management, life transitions, and mood & thought disorders.
Ben has also had experience working with children utilizing play therapy and sand tray therapy.
Ben firmly believes that everyone makes sense in the context of their own story. And each of our stories deserves someone to perceive it with empathy and nonjudgment. Ben's goal is to provide an environment where fear and uncertainty can give way to understanding and mindfulness. He believes in the healing power that the therapy room can provide, by giving space for some of life's biggest questions and deepest hurts.
Ben has also had experience working with children utilizing play therapy and sand tray therapy.
Ben firmly believes that everyone makes sense in the context of their own story. And each of our stories deserves someone to perceive it with empathy and nonjudgment. Ben's goal is to provide an environment where fear and uncertainty can give way to understanding and mindfulness. He believes in the healing power that the therapy room can provide, by giving space for some of life's biggest questions and deepest hurts.
Do you want to utilize this time to maximize your potential? An understanding of the relationship between brain functioning and behavior can help provide you insight into how you process information, and help select strategies that optimize your growth and development. We help you identify areas of concern and relate brain-behavior relationships to "every-day" strategies. Our clinical services include psychotherapy and executive consulting, psychological and neuropsychological evaluations, peri-natal and family consulting, and forensic consultations for legal professionals.
Do you want to utilize this time to maximize your potential? An understanding of the relationship between brain functioning and behavior can help provide you insight into how you process information, and help select strategies that optimize your growth and development. We help you identify areas of concern and relate brain-behavior relationships to "every-day" strategies. Our clinical services include psychotherapy and executive consulting, psychological and neuropsychological evaluations, peri-natal and family consulting, and forensic consultations for legal professionals.
Every relationship—whether with yourself or another—carries an invisible blueprint shaped by attachment, loss, and life’s turning points. When that blueprint is marked by betrayal, grief, or trauma, connection can feel unsafe or out of reach. I help individuals, couples, and families rewrite those patterns with evidence-based, relationally attuned care. Drawing from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Attachment-Based interventions, I guide you toward deeper trust, emotional regulation, and intimacy. The work both restorative and practical—offering insight, skill, and a clear path toward lasting change.
Every relationship—whether with yourself or another—carries an invisible blueprint shaped by attachment, loss, and life’s turning points. When that blueprint is marked by betrayal, grief, or trauma, connection can feel unsafe or out of reach. I help individuals, couples, and families rewrite those patterns with evidence-based, relationally attuned care. Drawing from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Attachment-Based interventions, I guide you toward deeper trust, emotional regulation, and intimacy. The work both restorative and practical—offering insight, skill, and a clear path toward lasting change.
For younger clients, I use play therapy to create a safe, expressive space.
If you’re ready to explore your identity, heal from past trauma, or navigate a challenging life transition, you’ve come to the right place. You might be facing substance use struggles, questions about your sexual or gender identity, or the effects of early life experiences. Together, we’ll create a safe, affirming space where you can feel seen and understood. Here, you can make sense of your story and find ways to move forward with hope and resilience. Your goals, whether it’s building self-awareness, improving relationships, or living a life true to your values, are what guide our work together.
For younger clients, I use play therapy to create a safe, expressive space.
If you’re ready to explore your identity, heal from past trauma, or navigate a challenging life transition, you’ve come to the right place. You might be facing substance use struggles, questions about your sexual or gender identity, or the effects of early life experiences. Together, we’ll create a safe, affirming space where you can feel seen and understood. Here, you can make sense of your story and find ways to move forward with hope and resilience. Your goals, whether it’s building self-awareness, improving relationships, or living a life true to your values, are what guide our work together.
I provide ongoing counseling services to positively impact the lives of the members of our communities. Clients are given tools to enable them to make the necessary changes to move their lives forward. As a therapist, I lend a helping hand to enable clients to become stronger, more functional individuals and family members. I am a warm, caring therapist who creates the optimum environment for my clients to grow. My approach is person centered, warm and inviting.
I provide ongoing counseling services to positively impact the lives of the members of our communities. Clients are given tools to enable them to make the necessary changes to move their lives forward. As a therapist, I lend a helping hand to enable clients to become stronger, more functional individuals and family members. I am a warm, caring therapist who creates the optimum environment for my clients to grow. My approach is person centered, warm and inviting.
I have worked on the field of psychology for more than 20 years, first as an undergraduate student in University of Havana, Cuba, then Universidad Autonoma de Barcelona, Spain and finally in Atlanta, Georgia, where I completed my internship and postdoctoral studies at Emory University. As part of my training and the last 11 years in private practice, I have had the privilege of working with very diverse and culturally different populations. This has given me the opportunity to see human experience from a much broader and deeper perspective. I have served the Hispanic community since 2008. I am licensed in Georgia and Florida.
I have worked on the field of psychology for more than 20 years, first as an undergraduate student in University of Havana, Cuba, then Universidad Autonoma de Barcelona, Spain and finally in Atlanta, Georgia, where I completed my internship and postdoctoral studies at Emory University. As part of my training and the last 11 years in private practice, I have had the privilege of working with very diverse and culturally different populations. This has given me the opportunity to see human experience from a much broader and deeper perspective. I have served the Hispanic community since 2008. I am licensed in Georgia and Florida.
Hello. I am Sue. I have been in this field for about 12 years. I love my career as well as assisting other in changes with life. I have a background in Marriage and Family, Mental Health, Alcohol and Substance Abuse, Grief and Teens. It takes courage to take steps toward change.
Hello. I am Sue. I have been in this field for about 12 years. I love my career as well as assisting other in changes with life. I have a background in Marriage and Family, Mental Health, Alcohol and Substance Abuse, Grief and Teens. It takes courage to take steps toward change.
My practice is built on creating a secure and nurturing space where you can openly explore difficulties and cultivate resilience. With over 15 years of experience, I provide comprehensive mental health support to children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating diverse challenges. Through tailored strategies and compassionate guidance, I'm here to empower your next steps. I invite you to reach out and begin this transformative work.
My practice is built on creating a secure and nurturing space where you can openly explore difficulties and cultivate resilience. With over 15 years of experience, I provide comprehensive mental health support to children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating diverse challenges. Through tailored strategies and compassionate guidance, I'm here to empower your next steps. I invite you to reach out and begin this transformative work.
The greatest discovery of my generation is that a human being can alter his life by altering his attitude. – William James
Jasmine is passionate about empowering her clients to embrace their authentic selves. With a client-centered approach, she fosters a compassionate and humorous environment that promotes healing for individuals, couples, and families. Jasmine enjoys guiding clients through challenges such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship repair.
The greatest discovery of my generation is that a human being can alter his life by altering his attitude. – William James
Jasmine is passionate about empowering her clients to embrace their authentic selves. With a client-centered approach, she fosters a compassionate and humorous environment that promotes healing for individuals, couples, and families. Jasmine enjoys guiding clients through challenges such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship repair.
Through play-based, somatic, and relational therapy, I create a safe space where children can explore, grow, and thrive.
Is your child sensitive, easily overwhelmed, or struggling with anxiety, depression, or social challenges? Maybe they’re neurodiverse and often feel misunderstood. Many children want to feel safe, confident, and understood, while learning to manage big emotions, build social skills, and express themselves authentically.
Through play-based, somatic, and relational therapy, I create a safe space where children can explore, grow, and thrive.
Is your child sensitive, easily overwhelmed, or struggling with anxiety, depression, or social challenges? Maybe they’re neurodiverse and often feel misunderstood. Many children want to feel safe, confident, and understood, while learning to manage big emotions, build social skills, and express themselves authentically.
I blend Synergetic Play Therapy, EMDR, somatic therapy, IFS, and CBT to support emotional regulation, resilience, and self-understanding.
As an empathetic and attuned psychotherapist, I offer a compassionate space for individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. With a deep understanding of the mind-body connection, I integrate evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and somatic parts work to support my clients in healing from past wounds and building resilience.
I blend Synergetic Play Therapy, EMDR, somatic therapy, IFS, and CBT to support emotional regulation, resilience, and self-understanding.
As an empathetic and attuned psychotherapist, I offer a compassionate space for individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. With a deep understanding of the mind-body connection, I integrate evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and somatic parts work to support my clients in healing from past wounds and building resilience.
Accepting new clients.
Change can be challenging, but you do not have to face it alone. With the right support, you can develop meaningful tools to navigate life’s difficulties and create lasting, positive change. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), my goal is to help you build those tools and develop a practical, personalized plan to improve your overall well-being.
Together, we will work to uncover your strengths, break through barriers, and create meaningful changes that support the life you want to live.
Accepting new clients.
Change can be challenging, but you do not have to face it alone. With the right support, you can develop meaningful tools to navigate life’s difficulties and create lasting, positive change. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), my goal is to help you build those tools and develop a practical, personalized plan to improve your overall well-being.
Together, we will work to uncover your strengths, break through barriers, and create meaningful changes that support the life you want to live.
I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the challenges of life with compassion and clarity. I specialize in working with those experiencing mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, offering a supportive space to understand emotions, develop coping strategies, and foster personal growth. I also assist individuals who are adjusting to major life transitions, helping them find stability and meaning through change.
I provide parents guidance for managing challenging behaviors and navigating complexities of their child’s developmental stages. I support families in creating healthier dynamics and improving communication.
I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the challenges of life with compassion and clarity. I specialize in working with those experiencing mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, offering a supportive space to understand emotions, develop coping strategies, and foster personal growth. I also assist individuals who are adjusting to major life transitions, helping them find stability and meaning through change.
I provide parents guidance for managing challenging behaviors and navigating complexities of their child’s developmental stages. I support families in creating healthier dynamics and improving communication.
Welcome! Stepping into therapy is an act of courage, and you deserve a space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported. You are the expert on your own life; I am here to help you access the clarity and resilience already within you. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, therapy can be a place to reconnect with your inner wisdom. My hope is that our work together helps you feel more grounded, more empowered, and more aligned with the life you want to live.
Welcome! Stepping into therapy is an act of courage, and you deserve a space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported. You are the expert on your own life; I am here to help you access the clarity and resilience already within you. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, therapy can be a place to reconnect with your inner wisdom. My hope is that our work together helps you feel more grounded, more empowered, and more aligned with the life you want to live.
Art and play aren't just for kids!
Hi there! I am so glad you're here.
No matter what stage of life you're at, seeking help is a hard first step. I know, because I've been where you are - staring at the page of yet another Psychology Today profile, debating on if THIS therapist is to be the one who will get to hear all of my deepest and darkest secrets. It's a deceptively straightforward decision (yes or no to Therapist Number 26), and I can't tell you what the outcome may be. What I can tell you is this: you are worthy of healing, and you are deserving of a space in which you feel safe, heard, and seen. My goal, in all sessions, is to help you get there.
Art and play aren't just for kids!
Hi there! I am so glad you're here.
No matter what stage of life you're at, seeking help is a hard first step. I know, because I've been where you are - staring at the page of yet another Psychology Today profile, debating on if THIS therapist is to be the one who will get to hear all of my deepest and darkest secrets. It's a deceptively straightforward decision (yes or no to Therapist Number 26), and I can't tell you what the outcome may be. What I can tell you is this: you are worthy of healing, and you are deserving of a space in which you feel safe, heard, and seen. My goal, in all sessions, is to help you get there.
Are your overwhelming thoughts and emotional roadblocks hindering you from being the best version of yourself? Are you tired of past traumatic experiences getting in the way of your relationships, work, academics and social life? Although sometimes you wish it would just go away, it does not. Over the past 19 years I have had success with assisting individuals with anxiety symptoms, depressive symptoms, grief, life transitions, relationship issues and much more.
Are your overwhelming thoughts and emotional roadblocks hindering you from being the best version of yourself? Are you tired of past traumatic experiences getting in the way of your relationships, work, academics and social life? Although sometimes you wish it would just go away, it does not. Over the past 19 years I have had success with assisting individuals with anxiety symptoms, depressive symptoms, grief, life transitions, relationship issues and much more.
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Play Therapy Therapists
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.