Play Therapy in Highland Heights, KY
Dr. Sara Ebner specializes in comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational evaluations and therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults. Using a collaborative, strengths-based approach, she works to understand each client's unique profile, identifying strengths and areas of need to guide meaningful support across home, school, and daily life.
Dr. Ebner conducts evaluations for ADHD, learning disorders, anxiety, mood-related concerns, and executive functioning and behavioral challenges. Her assessments go beyond diagnosis, providing families with clear, practical recommendations they can implement right away.
Dr. Sara Ebner specializes in comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational evaluations and therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults. Using a collaborative, strengths-based approach, she works to understand each client's unique profile, identifying strengths and areas of need to guide meaningful support across home, school, and daily life.
Dr. Ebner conducts evaluations for ADHD, learning disorders, anxiety, mood-related concerns, and executive functioning and behavioral challenges. Her assessments go beyond diagnosis, providing families with clear, practical recommendations they can implement right away.
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As someone who specializes in play therapy, I've learned to think outside the box and integrate creative counseling techniques for children and adolescents.
Our practice offers individual, group, family, and couple's counseling. We also offer nutrition coaching and medication management!
As someone who specializes in play therapy, I've learned to think outside the box and integrate creative counseling techniques for children and adolescents.
Our practice offers individual, group, family, and couple's counseling. We also offer nutrition coaching and medication management!
I'm trained in play therapy, allowing a more creative/comfortable approach when working with children and adolescents.
Hi! My name is Ali and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I have been working as a therapist for 10+ years and am passionate about helping people of all ages heal from past trauma, overcome distressing life events, feel a sense of empowerment, improve their sense of self worth, and achieve personal growth. I work with individuals (ages 3 and up), couples, and families utilizing a variety of approaches in order to individually tailor sessions to best meet clients' needs. I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, behavioral concerns, relationship issues and struggles with life adjustments.
I'm trained in play therapy, allowing a more creative/comfortable approach when working with children and adolescents.
Hi! My name is Ali and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I have been working as a therapist for 10+ years and am passionate about helping people of all ages heal from past trauma, overcome distressing life events, feel a sense of empowerment, improve their sense of self worth, and achieve personal growth. I work with individuals (ages 3 and up), couples, and families utilizing a variety of approaches in order to individually tailor sessions to best meet clients' needs. I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, behavioral concerns, relationship issues and struggles with life adjustments.
I love working with individuals, couples, or families, and my approach is warmly personalized, collaborative, and open-minded. I encourage the balance of brain and body connection, which lends itself to a greater focus within my trauma-informed approach of helping others understand themselves, their behavioral obstacles, and how these instances have affected their lives.
I love working with individuals, couples, or families, and my approach is warmly personalized, collaborative, and open-minded. I encourage the balance of brain and body connection, which lends itself to a greater focus within my trauma-informed approach of helping others understand themselves, their behavioral obstacles, and how these instances have affected their lives.
Our thoughts and feelings are often difficult to process on our own. Having someone neutral to encourage us on our personal life journey provides a serene opportunity for healing and growth. If you are struggling to find your way, you are not alone! At Hope Haven Counseling, my initial goal is to provide a safe place where you feel free to be honest and open about who you are. Welcome to the first step on your pathway of self-awareness and personal growth!
Our thoughts and feelings are often difficult to process on our own. Having someone neutral to encourage us on our personal life journey provides a serene opportunity for healing and growth. If you are struggling to find your way, you are not alone! At Hope Haven Counseling, my initial goal is to provide a safe place where you feel free to be honest and open about who you are. Welcome to the first step on your pathway of self-awareness and personal growth!
Everyone has a story that is worth sharing. Participating in therapy is a great way to share and strengthen your story. Walking along side you in sharing and strengthening your story would be an opportunity worth having.
Everyone has a story that is worth sharing. Participating in therapy is a great way to share and strengthen your story. Walking along side you in sharing and strengthening your story would be an opportunity worth having.
I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, unseen, or stretched thin by life’s demands — people who give so much to others that they often forget to care for themselves. My ideal clients are those navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, burnout, or perinatal and maternal mental health challenges. Many of my clients are caregivers, professionals, or parents trying to hold everything together while quietly struggling inside. If that sounds like you, know that you’re not alone — and there’s nothing “too small” or “too heavy” to bring into our sessions.
I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, unseen, or stretched thin by life’s demands — people who give so much to others that they often forget to care for themselves. My ideal clients are those navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, burnout, or perinatal and maternal mental health challenges. Many of my clients are caregivers, professionals, or parents trying to hold everything together while quietly struggling inside. If that sounds like you, know that you’re not alone — and there’s nothing “too small” or “too heavy” to bring into our sessions.
I have worked with a variety of clients ages ranging from 6 to young adulthood. I work well with clients seeking help for anxiety, depression, OCD, behavioral issues and ADHD. I have experience in a variety of settings such as inpatient, outpatient, school-based, and the psychiatric emergency department.
I have worked with a variety of clients ages ranging from 6 to young adulthood. I work well with clients seeking help for anxiety, depression, OCD, behavioral issues and ADHD. I have experience in a variety of settings such as inpatient, outpatient, school-based, and the psychiatric emergency department.
Jennifer
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S
1 Endorsed
Crestview Hills, KY 41017
Waitlist for new clients
I am EMDR trained and working toward my Registered Play Therapy credential.
I use a variety of evidence-based techniques. I tailor my approach to meet each child exactly where they are. I am EMDR (Eye Movement and Desistization Reprocessing) trained and I am working toward my RPT (Registered Play Therapy) certification.
My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and engaging space where your child can explore their feelings, learn emotional regulation skills, and move past the challenges that brought you here. I firmly believe that by strengthening your child's innate resilience and working closely with you, the parent, we can create lasting, positive change.
I am EMDR trained and working toward my Registered Play Therapy credential.
I use a variety of evidence-based techniques. I tailor my approach to meet each child exactly where they are. I am EMDR (Eye Movement and Desistization Reprocessing) trained and I am working toward my RPT (Registered Play Therapy) certification.
My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and engaging space where your child can explore their feelings, learn emotional regulation skills, and move past the challenges that brought you here. I firmly believe that by strengthening your child's innate resilience and working closely with you, the parent, we can create lasting, positive change.
My ideal clients are teens and adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional dysregulation, anger, or patterns that leave them feeling stuck. I also enjoy working with individuals who experience intense emotions, difficulties in relationships, fear of abandonment, identity concerns, or other challenges commonly associated with borderline personality disorder. Many clients come to therapy feeling exhausted from carrying their struggles alone and wanting a safe place to better understand themselves, heal from past experiences, and create meaningful change.
My ideal clients are teens and adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional dysregulation, anger, or patterns that leave them feeling stuck. I also enjoy working with individuals who experience intense emotions, difficulties in relationships, fear of abandonment, identity concerns, or other challenges commonly associated with borderline personality disorder. Many clients come to therapy feeling exhausted from carrying their struggles alone and wanting a safe place to better understand themselves, heal from past experiences, and create meaningful change.
Hello, I am Trisha and would love to work with you. I have 26 years of experience in the field of social work. I have been a therapist for 10 years. I have experience treating trauma based issues. All of treatment is trauma informed. I have vast experience with anxiety, depression and defiant behavior in people of all ages. I am skilled in EMDR, narrative therapy and CBT. I use a person-centered approach to all of my clients, which means that you will get a treatment plan specifically made for you. Please contact me so we can work together.
Hello, I am Trisha and would love to work with you. I have 26 years of experience in the field of social work. I have been a therapist for 10 years. I have experience treating trauma based issues. All of treatment is trauma informed. I have vast experience with anxiety, depression and defiant behavior in people of all ages. I am skilled in EMDR, narrative therapy and CBT. I use a person-centered approach to all of my clients, which means that you will get a treatment plan specifically made for you. Please contact me so we can work together.
With over 24 years of experience in the social services field and 10 years in mental health counseling, I bring much experience and a deep commitment to serving diverse populations. Whether you are looking for traditional talk-therapy or looking to take a deep dive into aversive childhood experiences or trauma experienced as an adult, I offer various treatment modalities to best meet your needs. I am experienced in treating anxiety, depression, conflicted interpersonal relationships, and parent-child relational concerns.
With over 24 years of experience in the social services field and 10 years in mental health counseling, I bring much experience and a deep commitment to serving diverse populations. Whether you are looking for traditional talk-therapy or looking to take a deep dive into aversive childhood experiences or trauma experienced as an adult, I offer various treatment modalities to best meet your needs. I am experienced in treating anxiety, depression, conflicted interpersonal relationships, and parent-child relational concerns.
Appointments this week............................. Life doesn’t come with a manual, and many of us find ourselves navigating anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or trauma without clear direction. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply unsure of what’s next, you're not alone—and support is available. We weren’t born with blueprints for how to manage life’s challenges, but I believe healing begins when we stop trying to carry everything alone. I’m here to walk alongside you, offering guidance, support, and tools tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Appointments this week............................. Life doesn’t come with a manual, and many of us find ourselves navigating anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or trauma without clear direction. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply unsure of what’s next, you're not alone—and support is available. We weren’t born with blueprints for how to manage life’s challenges, but I believe healing begins when we stop trying to carry everything alone. I’m here to walk alongside you, offering guidance, support, and tools tailored to your unique needs and goals.
How many times have you thought about changing something in or about your life? Have you ever felt stuck between a rock and a hard place? How do you feel about your personal and interpersonal relationships? Are you ready to allow yourself the chance to heal from past and/or present encumbrances? Come and talk to me! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in Solution Focused and Client Centered Therapy. We can work together to help bring about positive change and relational growth in your life. Never considered counseling or therapy before? Well, there's a first time for everything! Change!
How many times have you thought about changing something in or about your life? Have you ever felt stuck between a rock and a hard place? How do you feel about your personal and interpersonal relationships? Are you ready to allow yourself the chance to heal from past and/or present encumbrances? Come and talk to me! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in Solution Focused and Client Centered Therapy. We can work together to help bring about positive change and relational growth in your life. Never considered counseling or therapy before? Well, there's a first time for everything! Change!
I utilize attachment theory, play therapy techniques, CBT, and TF-CBT through my practice; though I acknowledge therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and I am eager to work with you to determine how to best make therapy work for you.
I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, but I am especially passionate about working with children, families, and caregivers. I have experience working with children and adolescents with autism, families involved in the foster care system, and children who have experienced trauma. I would love to help your family navigate behavioral issues, emotional regulation, healing from traumatic experiences, and strengthening communication skills within the family unit.
I utilize attachment theory, play therapy techniques, CBT, and TF-CBT through my practice; though I acknowledge therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and I am eager to work with you to determine how to best make therapy work for you.
I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, but I am especially passionate about working with children, families, and caregivers. I have experience working with children and adolescents with autism, families involved in the foster care system, and children who have experienced trauma. I would love to help your family navigate behavioral issues, emotional regulation, healing from traumatic experiences, and strengthening communication skills within the family unit.
Kerrie received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Kentucky Wesleyan College in 1997 and her Masters in Social Work from Spaulding University in 2005. Kerrie is a licensed clinical Social Worker in the State of Kentucky and has 12 years’ experience providing therapy to children and families. She worked with children in other capacities for an additional five years. She also completed the two year Conjoint Marital and Family Counseling Program and is trained in providing Parent Child Interaction Therapy. Kerrie completed the Juvenile Sex Offender Counselor certification program through the Kent School of Social Work.
Kerrie received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Kentucky Wesleyan College in 1997 and her Masters in Social Work from Spaulding University in 2005. Kerrie is a licensed clinical Social Worker in the State of Kentucky and has 12 years’ experience providing therapy to children and families. She worked with children in other capacities for an additional five years. She also completed the two year Conjoint Marital and Family Counseling Program and is trained in providing Parent Child Interaction Therapy. Kerrie completed the Juvenile Sex Offender Counselor certification program through the Kent School of Social Work.
The agency offers individual services, group therapy, intensive outpatient services, EMDR, play therapy, and a variety of modalities are utilized by different counselors.
Prodigal Counseling is dedicated to guiding individuals and families toward healing, growth, and lasting change. We offer a full range of services, including individual therapy, couples counseling, family support, group therapy, and intensive outpatient programs. Our compassionate team specializes in areas such as trauma, substance use recovery, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. At Prodigal, we believe in meeting people where they are, walking with them through their struggles, and helping them rediscover hope and purpose.
The agency offers individual services, group therapy, intensive outpatient services, EMDR, play therapy, and a variety of modalities are utilized by different counselors.
Prodigal Counseling is dedicated to guiding individuals and families toward healing, growth, and lasting change. We offer a full range of services, including individual therapy, couples counseling, family support, group therapy, and intensive outpatient programs. Our compassionate team specializes in areas such as trauma, substance use recovery, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. At Prodigal, we believe in meeting people where they are, walking with them through their struggles, and helping them rediscover hope and purpose.
Life can be tough! We provide solution-focused therapy to help with difficult situations by utilizing an eclectic approach to counseling, blending reality therapy, person-centered and cognitive behavioral strategies to best serve our clients' needs.
Life can be tough! We provide solution-focused therapy to help with difficult situations by utilizing an eclectic approach to counseling, blending reality therapy, person-centered and cognitive behavioral strategies to best serve our clients' needs.
Elizabeth is a CSW whose clinical approach is rooted in creativity, connection, and collaboration. When working with children, she incorporates play-based and developmentally appropriate interventions to help them communicate, build emotional awareness, and strengthen coping skills. She also values partnering with caregivers to support consistency and progress beyond the therapy room.
She is passionate about helping clients navigate their experiences in a way that feels approachable and empowering. She strives to create a welcoming therapeutic environment where clients feel safe to explore, learn, and grow at their own pace.
Elizabeth is a CSW whose clinical approach is rooted in creativity, connection, and collaboration. When working with children, she incorporates play-based and developmentally appropriate interventions to help them communicate, build emotional awareness, and strengthen coping skills. She also values partnering with caregivers to support consistency and progress beyond the therapy room.
She is passionate about helping clients navigate their experiences in a way that feels approachable and empowering. She strives to create a welcoming therapeutic environment where clients feel safe to explore, learn, and grow at their own pace.
I specialize in art therapy and also utilize techniques from CBT, DBT, and play therapy to give clients many different routes of expression and different ways to interact with me and seek help.
My art therapy specialty allows me to guide clients towards their goals in a nonverbal and expressive way that they might find more comfortable than traditional talk therapy. Whether you want to draw for stress relief, paint to reflect, or use clay to express feelings that would like a release, we can work together to reach your goals.
I specialize in art therapy and also utilize techniques from CBT, DBT, and play therapy to give clients many different routes of expression and different ways to interact with me and seek help.
My art therapy specialty allows me to guide clients towards their goals in a nonverbal and expressive way that they might find more comfortable than traditional talk therapy. Whether you want to draw for stress relief, paint to reflect, or use clay to express feelings that would like a release, we can work together to reach your 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.