Play Therapy in Westfield, IN

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Juli Feller
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westfield, IN 46074
Juli is an adult adoptee who has been in reunion with her birth family for over 25 years. She is passionate about helping adoptees in their healing journeys through Brainspotting and other brain-body modalities. Juli also uses play therapy and mindfulness-based techniques with children. Juli enjoys working with issues such as adoption/adoptee issues, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression.
Juli is an adult adoptee who has been in reunion with her birth family for over 25 years. She is passionate about helping adoptees in their healing journeys through Brainspotting and other brain-body modalities. Juli also uses play therapy and mindfulness-based techniques with children. Juli enjoys working with issues such as adoption/adoptee issues, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression.
(463) 223-9964 x1021 View (463) 223-9964 x1021
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Claire Pollock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westfield, IN 46074
Claire is trained in Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and incorporates mindfulness techniques and play therapy techniques into her practice.
Claire is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been working in the social work field for 11 years. She's been providing therapeutic services to children and adolescents for the past five years. Prior to private practice, she worked as a school social worker and then provided home based counseling services.
Claire is trained in Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and incorporates mindfulness techniques and play therapy techniques into her practice.
Claire is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been working in the social work field for 11 years. She's been providing therapeutic services to children and adolescents for the past five years. Prior to private practice, she worked as a school social worker and then provided home based counseling services.
(317) 702-1600 View (317) 702-1600
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Lotus of Life Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Westfield, IN 46074
This may include experiential, mindfulness, play, and CBT strategies.
Lotus of Life is a growing group private practice serving individuals, couples and families. Our experience and areas of focus include: chronic health conditions, Grief/ Loss, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, School/ Academic/ Career issues, Social/ Emotional challenges, Disordered Eating, LGBTQ+, Couples, Perinatal/ Infant loss and more. Therapy is provided virtually (Statewide) and in person in Westfield, Indiana by a Pre-licensed or fully licensed Therapist based on specific needs and availability. Please reach out to see which provider would best fit your needs!
This may include experiential, mindfulness, play, and CBT strategies.
Lotus of Life is a growing group private practice serving individuals, couples and families. Our experience and areas of focus include: chronic health conditions, Grief/ Loss, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, School/ Academic/ Career issues, Social/ Emotional challenges, Disordered Eating, LGBTQ+, Couples, Perinatal/ Infant loss and more. Therapy is provided virtually (Statewide) and in person in Westfield, Indiana by a Pre-licensed or fully licensed Therapist based on specific needs and availability. Please reach out to see which provider would best fit your needs!
(317) 854-5804 View (317) 854-5804
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Lisa Duhamell MA, LMHC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westfield, IN 46074
Training/Experience: Specialized training in Emotionally Focused Therapy; Continuing education in Play Therapy Experience working in a school setting with children; and 17 years full time ministry experience.
Lisa Duhamell MA LMHC completed mental health counseling and marriage/family therapy training at Indiana Wesleyan University with a Master of Arts in Counseling. She has developed a passion in offering faith based counseling with children and their families to provide hope, healing, connection and support. Lisa specializes with children and adolescents. She brings over 15 years of professional counseling experience to working with children and teens. Lisa has deepened her love and knowledge to provide counseling for parents through some of their childhood wounds and anxiety.
Training/Experience: Specialized training in Emotionally Focused Therapy; Continuing education in Play Therapy Experience working in a school setting with children; and 17 years full time ministry experience.
Lisa Duhamell MA LMHC completed mental health counseling and marriage/family therapy training at Indiana Wesleyan University with a Master of Arts in Counseling. She has developed a passion in offering faith based counseling with children and their families to provide hope, healing, connection and support. Lisa specializes with children and adolescents. She brings over 15 years of professional counseling experience to working with children and teens. Lisa has deepened her love and knowledge to provide counseling for parents through some of their childhood wounds and anxiety.
(317) 451-5159 View (317) 451-5159
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Maisy Foley
Counselor, MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Westfield, IN 46074
I create space for emotional exploration and processing, sometimes utilizing play, art, and movement.
I am passionate about helping people minimize current concerns and feel empowered to overcome challenges in the future. I enjoy working with children, teenagers, and young adults, as well as integrating parent and family involvement. My services address depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, interpersonal conflict, and life transitions. I believe in creating a strong therapeutic relationship to provide the best support for individuals and their families.
I create space for emotional exploration and processing, sometimes utilizing play, art, and movement.
I am passionate about helping people minimize current concerns and feel empowered to overcome challenges in the future. I enjoy working with children, teenagers, and young adults, as well as integrating parent and family involvement. My services address depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, interpersonal conflict, and life transitions. I believe in creating a strong therapeutic relationship to provide the best support for individuals and their families.
(317) 751-9245 View (317) 751-9245
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Natasha Anderson
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP
Verified Verified
Westfield, IN 46074
I have extensive experience in the areas of play therapy, parent coaching, and cognitive behavioral therapy for the treatment of anxiety disorders.
My hope is to provide you the necessary tools needed to weather the storms of life. To achieve this, we will work together to identify personal strengths, build upon these strengths, and learn skills to enhance holistic well-being. My interests involve the treatment of anxiety and phobias, helping children that have big feelings manage their emotional reactivity and acting as a support for the parents, mood disorders such as depression, ADHD, and body-focused repetitive behaviors, such as picking at one's skin or pulling hair out.
I have extensive experience in the areas of play therapy, parent coaching, and cognitive behavioral therapy for the treatment of anxiety disorders.
My hope is to provide you the necessary tools needed to weather the storms of life. To achieve this, we will work together to identify personal strengths, build upon these strengths, and learn skills to enhance holistic well-being. My interests involve the treatment of anxiety and phobias, helping children that have big feelings manage their emotional reactivity and acting as a support for the parents, mood disorders such as depression, ADHD, and body-focused repetitive behaviors, such as picking at one's skin or pulling hair out.
(765) 387-4827 View (765) 387-4827
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Jolynn Ness
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Westfield, IN 46074
My ideal client would struggle with diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, or mood-related issues. This client would be self-motivated and have identified goals that are being held back or complicated by their mental health issues. The client would be able to identify areas that are strengths and weaknesses for themselves and would be willing to put forth the effort that is growth and change. Also, this client would be open to new and different suggestions for coping strategies or ways of thinking about difficulties they may experience in order to learn and grow.
My ideal client would struggle with diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, or mood-related issues. This client would be self-motivated and have identified goals that are being held back or complicated by their mental health issues. The client would be able to identify areas that are strengths and weaknesses for themselves and would be willing to put forth the effort that is growth and change. Also, this client would be open to new and different suggestions for coping strategies or ways of thinking about difficulties they may experience in order to learn and grow.
(317) 922-0046 View (317) 922-0046
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Aurora Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westfield, IN 46074  (Online Only)
My name is Samantha Wright-Cooksey, MSW, LCSW. I have been a therapist for over 20 years with combined experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and their families. I have provided professional services in outpatient, home, community and school-based settings. I have worked in addictions as well as end of life issues. I utilize strength-based and solution focused techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and problem solving skills training. I offer in person and telehealth options for therapy. I accept most insurance, EAP, and self pay options.
My name is Samantha Wright-Cooksey, MSW, LCSW. I have been a therapist for over 20 years with combined experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and their families. I have provided professional services in outpatient, home, community and school-based settings. I have worked in addictions as well as end of life issues. I utilize strength-based and solution focused techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and problem solving skills training. I offer in person and telehealth options for therapy. I accept most insurance, EAP, and self pay options.
(317) 707-9415 View (317) 707-9415
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Suzanne Walton
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Westfield, IN 46074
I believe in our innate capacity to grow and heal. Sometimes we need a little help along the way. I support that process with compassion, acceptance, and respect. I am most passionate about working with those struggling with relational or complex trauma, attachment issues, self-worth, shame, addictions, and parenting.
I believe in our innate capacity to grow and heal. Sometimes we need a little help along the way. I support that process with compassion, acceptance, and respect. I am most passionate about working with those struggling with relational or complex trauma, attachment issues, self-worth, shame, addictions, and parenting.
(317) 597-6244 View (317) 597-6244
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Renee Heldman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMHC
Verified Verified
Westfield, IN 46074
My ideal client would be someone who is geared towards helping themselves and needing guidance on how to do so. Someone who has a grasp on the importance of the client putting in the work to truly help heal themselves but needing assistance ensuring they are doing things in a healthy and emotionally intelligent fashion. Talk therapy is very important for clients who even just want to come and vent, which I believe helps the mind unclutter.
My ideal client would be someone who is geared towards helping themselves and needing guidance on how to do so. Someone who has a grasp on the importance of the client putting in the work to truly help heal themselves but needing assistance ensuring they are doing things in a healthy and emotionally intelligent fashion. Talk therapy is very important for clients who even just want to come and vent, which I believe helps the mind unclutter.
(317) 483-7616 View (317) 483-7616
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Bryan 'Rob' Kern
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westfield, IN 46074
I specialize in adult/individual counseling, marital/couples counseling, adventure therapy, divorce support, trauma, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorders, spiritual development, and men's issues. I work to equip and empower my clients as we journey together towards healing, clarity, and wholeheartedness.
I specialize in adult/individual counseling, marital/couples counseling, adventure therapy, divorce support, trauma, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorders, spiritual development, and men's issues. I work to equip and empower my clients as we journey together towards healing, clarity, and wholeheartedness.
(317) 576-4751 View (317) 576-4751
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Ransburg Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAC
Verified Verified
Westfield, IN 46074
Are you looking for a compassionate and experienced therapist for successful treatment outcome? Is your depression, anxiety, or traumatic memory preventing you from living your life to your optimal potential? We are committed to help. Ransburg Counseling is owned by Hsiu-Ying and Craig Ransburg, licensed clinical social workers and addiction counselors. Over 21 years, we have successfully helped many clients and their families overcome their life challenges, anxiety, depression, work, school, relationship, trauma issues, etc. We are passionate about delivering effective treatment and advocating for our clients' needs. We believe holistic mind body healing and strive to be excellent in all that we do.
Are you looking for a compassionate and experienced therapist for successful treatment outcome? Is your depression, anxiety, or traumatic memory preventing you from living your life to your optimal potential? We are committed to help. Ransburg Counseling is owned by Hsiu-Ying and Craig Ransburg, licensed clinical social workers and addiction counselors. Over 21 years, we have successfully helped many clients and their families overcome their life challenges, anxiety, depression, work, school, relationship, trauma issues, etc. We are passionate about delivering effective treatment and advocating for our clients' needs. We believe holistic mind body healing and strive to be excellent in all that we do.
(317) 483-0502 View (317) 483-0502
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Fiona J Kress
Psychologist, PhD, HSPP
Verified Verified
Westfield, IN 46074
As a licensed clinical psychologist and health service provider in psychology, I provide psychological services for children and adolescents ranging from preschool age to the end of the high school years. These services include individual and family therapy services and psychological evaluations. I assist children and adolescents with various issues including depression, anxiety, anger management, stress management, self esteem concerns, ADHD, learning problems, autism spectrum disorder, grief issues, behavior problems, and relationship difficulties with family members and peers.
As a licensed clinical psychologist and health service provider in psychology, I provide psychological services for children and adolescents ranging from preschool age to the end of the high school years. These services include individual and family therapy services and psychological evaluations. I assist children and adolescents with various issues including depression, anxiety, anger management, stress management, self esteem concerns, ADHD, learning problems, autism spectrum disorder, grief issues, behavior problems, and relationship difficulties with family members and peers.
(317) 653-4071 View (317) 653-4071
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Patrice D Uminski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westfield, IN 46074
I have a passion for helping with building skills that encourage a balanced healthy lifestyle in both children and adults. These skills may help with managing emotions, dealing with anxiety/depression, coping with traumatic experiences, learning social skills, or processing through grief/loss. Learning to be successful in managing emotions and navigating peer/family relationships is a positive tool that can lead to a healthy and happier life. I strive to provide supportive tools to help with gaining emotional health/regulation skills that can be confidently applied to many situations.
I have a passion for helping with building skills that encourage a balanced healthy lifestyle in both children and adults. These skills may help with managing emotions, dealing with anxiety/depression, coping with traumatic experiences, learning social skills, or processing through grief/loss. Learning to be successful in managing emotions and navigating peer/family relationships is a positive tool that can lead to a healthy and happier life. I strive to provide supportive tools to help with gaining emotional health/regulation skills that can be confidently applied to many situations.
(317) 768-0710 View (317) 768-0710
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Jennifer Mysogland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westfield, IN 46074
Waitlist for new clients
In my practice, I provide mental health therapy for individuals and families with specialty in trauma/complex trauma, attachment, grief/loss and adoption. I value coming alongside clients by providing support and empathy while also equipping them with tools for healing and success. I tailor therapy sessions to meet the needs of each individual and family, with a holistic perspective. I believe the client/therapist relationship is foundational to the healing process and while I am trained in advanced modalities; this connection remains a priority in my practice as a facilitator of change.
In my practice, I provide mental health therapy for individuals and families with specialty in trauma/complex trauma, attachment, grief/loss and adoption. I value coming alongside clients by providing support and empathy while also equipping them with tools for healing and success. I tailor therapy sessions to meet the needs of each individual and family, with a holistic perspective. I believe the client/therapist relationship is foundational to the healing process and while I am trained in advanced modalities; this connection remains a priority in my practice as a facilitator of change.
(317) 480-1510 View (317) 480-1510
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Heartfelt Counseling & Consulting
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Westfield, IN 46074
I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC, LPC) and board certified art therapist (ATR-BC) who has provided compassionate psychotherapy services to youth, teens, adults, and families since 2004 to address anxiety, depression, interpersonal communication health, grief, loss and bereavement, perinatal and parenting concerns, life transitions, dementia and more.  It is my honor to support my clients as they develop insight, create change, and grow into stronger, happier, more flourishing versions of themselves.
I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC, LPC) and board certified art therapist (ATR-BC) who has provided compassionate psychotherapy services to youth, teens, adults, and families since 2004 to address anxiety, depression, interpersonal communication health, grief, loss and bereavement, perinatal and parenting concerns, life transitions, dementia and more.  It is my honor to support my clients as they develop insight, create change, and grow into stronger, happier, more flourishing versions of themselves.
(765) 295-6812 View (765) 295-6812
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Melissa Reyes
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westfield, IN 46062
You can feel it coming- some word spoken or look given, and you’re quickly overcome with emotion you feel incapable of controlling. Or maybe it’s your child. You feel helpless as you watch, not understanding why they react so strongly. You’ve read books, prayed, and sought advice, but life still feels so unmanageable. You wonder, why is this so hard? Our past is often riddled with pain we’ve yet to overcome, some we don't even remember. When the pain points show up, we often find ourselves reacting to triggers rather than responding to who’s in front of us. We can’t erase past hurts, but they don’t have to keep us stuck.
You can feel it coming- some word spoken or look given, and you’re quickly overcome with emotion you feel incapable of controlling. Or maybe it’s your child. You feel helpless as you watch, not understanding why they react so strongly. You’ve read books, prayed, and sought advice, but life still feels so unmanageable. You wonder, why is this so hard? Our past is often riddled with pain we’ve yet to overcome, some we don't even remember. When the pain points show up, we often find ourselves reacting to triggers rather than responding to who’s in front of us. We can’t erase past hurts, but they don’t have to keep us stuck.
(317) 204-8507 View (317) 204-8507
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Carol H Hughes
Counselor, LMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
Westfield, IN 46074
I believe in the resilience of all people when given a supportive environment and the right tools. I work to foster a sense of self worth and confidence in your ability to manage thoughts and feelings that have become unmanageable. I offer a caring, non-judgmental space and support throughout the process.
I believe in the resilience of all people when given a supportive environment and the right tools. I work to foster a sense of self worth and confidence in your ability to manage thoughts and feelings that have become unmanageable. I offer a caring, non-judgmental space and support throughout the process.
(317) 751-1270 View (317) 751-1270
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Alyssa Zeiser
Counselor, LMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westfield, IN 46074
My ideal client is a child or teen who is having a particularly difficult time with the ups and downs of childhood/adolescence. That may look like depression, anxiety, peer issues, self-harm, suicidal ideation, emotional outbursts, or difficulty adjusting to a life change.
My ideal client is a child or teen who is having a particularly difficult time with the ups and downs of childhood/adolescence. That may look like depression, anxiety, peer issues, self-harm, suicidal ideation, emotional outbursts, or difficulty adjusting to a life change.
(765) 295-6782 View (765) 295-6782

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Photo of Lauren McQuarters, Counselor in Westfield, IN
Lauren McQuarters
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Noblesville, IN 46062
I utilize techniques of play therapy, CBT, DBT, structural and strategic on a daily basis.
I have a passion for working with children, teenagers, and entire family systems. Improving communication skills, navigating life transitions, and developing adequate coping mechanisms are just a few of the many topics I enjoy focusing on within the therapeutic setting. I have a family-centered approach, meaning I aim to include families in sessions with their children and/or teenagers as much as possible. I'm a firm believer that you can only see so much change in a child or teenager's life if they aren't allowing their family to work through those changes with them.
I utilize techniques of play therapy, CBT, DBT, structural and strategic on a daily basis.
I have a passion for working with children, teenagers, and entire family systems. Improving communication skills, navigating life transitions, and developing adequate coping mechanisms are just a few of the many topics I enjoy focusing on within the therapeutic setting. I have a family-centered approach, meaning I aim to include families in sessions with their children and/or teenagers as much as possible. I'm a firm believer that you can only see so much change in a child or teenager's life if they aren't allowing their family to work through those changes with them.
(219) 363-6741 View (219) 363-6741
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.