Play Therapy in Haddon Township, NJ
Welcome! This journey of life is full of challenges and no one needs to walk it alone. However you found your way here, if you are seeking healing from trauma, dysfunctional family patterns, relationships, life experiences, or everyday functioning and want something better for your life, let's work together to find you relief.
Welcome! This journey of life is full of challenges and no one needs to walk it alone. However you found your way here, if you are seeking healing from trauma, dysfunctional family patterns, relationships, life experiences, or everyday functioning and want something better for your life, let's work together to find you relief.
Specializing In..... Child and Adolescent and Family Therapy * Individual Anxieties *School & Group Counseling * Children and Adolescent Counseling *Eating Disorder Counseling *Divorce Recovery and Peaceful Resolution of Family *Education Counseling for Elementary Students and Special Education Students and Parents *Educational Plan and IEP consulting * Social Skills and Conflict Resolution
Specializing In..... Child and Adolescent and Family Therapy * Individual Anxieties *School & Group Counseling * Children and Adolescent Counseling *Eating Disorder Counseling *Divorce Recovery and Peaceful Resolution of Family *Education Counseling for Elementary Students and Special Education Students and Parents *Educational Plan and IEP consulting * Social Skills and Conflict Resolution
Currently accepting telehealth clients for morning appointments and formal psychological evaluation appointments:
It is my goal to help others heal past trauma; gain better insight into what motivates their behaviors and responses; learn positive coping skills and self-care activities; and grow into the person they want to be. Whether you struggle with chronic mental illness; situational stressors; or simply need a psychological clearance evaluation (such a pre-surgery), I will create a personalized plan to help each person meet individual goals in an accepting and respectful manner.
Currently accepting telehealth clients for morning appointments and formal psychological evaluation appointments:
It is my goal to help others heal past trauma; gain better insight into what motivates their behaviors and responses; learn positive coping skills and self-care activities; and grow into the person they want to be. Whether you struggle with chronic mental illness; situational stressors; or simply need a psychological clearance evaluation (such a pre-surgery), I will create a personalized plan to help each person meet individual goals in an accepting and respectful manner.
I use CBT, play therapy, trauma informed care, DBT, and ACT primarily.
Asking for help is a big step that shows bravery courage and the dedication you have to yourself and the want to feel better. My goal is to make sure I can provide you with the tools and support that empowers you to reach your personal goals, and find peace, happiness, and healing. Coming from a social work background, I acknowledge that there are outside obstacles that we may not be able to control inside of the therapy room, but I can assure you that I will be your biggest advocate and provide support and action when applicable, and empower and lift your voice so that you can become your number 1 advocate as well.
I use CBT, play therapy, trauma informed care, DBT, and ACT primarily.
Asking for help is a big step that shows bravery courage and the dedication you have to yourself and the want to feel better. My goal is to make sure I can provide you with the tools and support that empowers you to reach your personal goals, and find peace, happiness, and healing. Coming from a social work background, I acknowledge that there are outside obstacles that we may not be able to control inside of the therapy room, but I can assure you that I will be your biggest advocate and provide support and action when applicable, and empower and lift your voice so that you can become your number 1 advocate as well.
I am a hard-working, passionate, and empathic person who is dedicated to her clients. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and families; however, I see individuals of all ages with a variety of presenting issues (e.g., autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, stress / anxiety, depression, grief / loss and postpartum mood disorders). I completed a specialized masters program in counseling from NYU as well as an APA accredited doctoral program in Clinical Psychology from Chestnut Hill College.
I am a hard-working, passionate, and empathic person who is dedicated to her clients. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and families; however, I see individuals of all ages with a variety of presenting issues (e.g., autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, stress / anxiety, depression, grief / loss and postpartum mood disorders). I completed a specialized masters program in counseling from NYU as well as an APA accredited doctoral program in Clinical Psychology from Chestnut Hill College.
It is with great pleasure that I have practiced with individuals of all ages for the last 25 years. I enjoy building trust in the therapeutic relationship-even with those who are resistant or not sure if therapy is for them. Accompanying individuals on their journey to self-discovery and witnessing their transformation is an enormous privilege of my job. People come to therapy looking to "fix" things. We forget that often we contain the solution to our problems, but that the solutions are buried under the residue of stressful life events, trauma and loss.
It is with great pleasure that I have practiced with individuals of all ages for the last 25 years. I enjoy building trust in the therapeutic relationship-even with those who are resistant or not sure if therapy is for them. Accompanying individuals on their journey to self-discovery and witnessing their transformation is an enormous privilege of my job. People come to therapy looking to "fix" things. We forget that often we contain the solution to our problems, but that the solutions are buried under the residue of stressful life events, trauma and loss.
Kelley Abbott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
My passion is working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and young adults ages 18-40 but I welcome clients outside of that age range! I specialize in LGBTQIA+ inclusive/gender-affirming care, trauma-informed practice, and a client-centered treatment approach. My professional experience also includes work with parents/coparents/caregivers of neurodiverse children as well as family therapy with a focus on relational trauma and emotion-based interventions. My goal is to always make clients feel heard, validated, and accepted for who they are while helping them to truly heal from what is holding them back in life.
My passion is working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and young adults ages 18-40 but I welcome clients outside of that age range! I specialize in LGBTQIA+ inclusive/gender-affirming care, trauma-informed practice, and a client-centered treatment approach. My professional experience also includes work with parents/coparents/caregivers of neurodiverse children as well as family therapy with a focus on relational trauma and emotion-based interventions. My goal is to always make clients feel heard, validated, and accepted for who they are while helping them to truly heal from what is holding them back in life.
Judith Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RPT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed clinical social worker and and registered play therapist.
My approach is collaborative, playful, creative, and empathic. I take an eclectic approach that is individualized. I have over 10 years of experience helping children and families overcome barriers and achieve success. I have a post-master's certificate in play and expressive therapies from Monmouth University and I am certified in TF-CBT.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and and registered play therapist.
My approach is collaborative, playful, creative, and empathic. I take an eclectic approach that is individualized. I have over 10 years of experience helping children and families overcome barriers and achieve success. I have a post-master's certificate in play and expressive therapies from Monmouth University and I am certified in TF-CBT.
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Total Family Solutions provides strength based individualized therapy that supports the unique needs of each individual. Treatment is guided by a strength based approach. Services offered include individual, family and couples therapy. Total Family Solutions has four locations; Avenel- Middlesex County, Vineland- Cumberland County, Voorhees- Camden County and West Orange- Essex County New Jersey.
Total Family Solutions provides strength based individualized therapy that supports the unique needs of each individual. Treatment is guided by a strength based approach. Services offered include individual, family and couples therapy. Total Family Solutions has four locations; Avenel- Middlesex County, Vineland- Cumberland County, Voorhees- Camden County and West Orange- Essex County New Jersey.
I use a range of techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered approaches, and Play Therapy.
I strive to empower children, adolescents, and young adults to overcome obstacles and find balance by improving their view of themselves, the world, and their relationships. I help clients remove blocks that keep them from their best self and build healthier ways of living. My work supports growth across challenges such as trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, relationships, identity, stress, grief, and life transitions—promoting grounding, mindfulness, and self-compassion every day.
I use a range of techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered approaches, and Play Therapy.
I strive to empower children, adolescents, and young adults to overcome obstacles and find balance by improving their view of themselves, the world, and their relationships. I help clients remove blocks that keep them from their best self and build healthier ways of living. My work supports growth across challenges such as trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, relationships, identity, stress, grief, and life transitions—promoting grounding, mindfulness, and self-compassion every day.
Do others see you as someone who has it all together? Inside, are you feeling like you're falling apart? Do feelings of emptiness consume you? For many women suffering with emotional wounds, anxiety, isolation and hopelessness can become a daily part of life. Sometimes managing painful times from the past intrude on their ability to enjoy the present. Sometimes compulsive eating patterns, substance abuse, spending or even relationships seem like the only way to numb the pain. You don't have to face it alone. We can work together to find new solutions for wellness, healing and recovery.
Do others see you as someone who has it all together? Inside, are you feeling like you're falling apart? Do feelings of emptiness consume you? For many women suffering with emotional wounds, anxiety, isolation and hopelessness can become a daily part of life. Sometimes managing painful times from the past intrude on their ability to enjoy the present. Sometimes compulsive eating patterns, substance abuse, spending or even relationships seem like the only way to numb the pain. You don't have to face it alone. We can work together to find new solutions for wellness, healing and recovery.
I utilized both an Integrative Therapy approach with my clients, based on what is best for my client's to meet their individual needs and well as CBT/Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I am certified in CBT and Trauma Focused- CBT. Look to gain an improved overall sense of well-being, elimination of troubled symptoms, and less difficulty talking about and dealing with emotions.
I utilized both an Integrative Therapy approach with my clients, based on what is best for my client's to meet their individual needs and well as CBT/Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I am certified in CBT and Trauma Focused- CBT. Look to gain an improved overall sense of well-being, elimination of troubled symptoms, and less difficulty talking about and dealing with emotions.
Kim sees therapy as a place to build self-awareness and understanding, and to change how we relate to life’s challenges—even when we can’t change the circumstances themselves. By working together and reflecting, she helps clients reconnect with their inner strengths and sense of control over their choices. Kim believes that recognizing your ability to grow and heal can turn painful experiences into opportunities for self-discovery, resilience, and lasting change. Her approach supports emotional balance, self-compassion, and a more empowered path forward.
Kim sees therapy as a place to build self-awareness and understanding, and to change how we relate to life’s challenges—even when we can’t change the circumstances themselves. By working together and reflecting, she helps clients reconnect with their inner strengths and sense of control over their choices. Kim believes that recognizing your ability to grow and heal can turn painful experiences into opportunities for self-discovery, resilience, and lasting change. Her approach supports emotional balance, self-compassion, and a more empowered path forward.
MindWell Behavioral Health offers a range of mental health services and supports necessary to assist customers in achieving mental health rehabilitation and recovery goals, including achieving and maintaining valued life roles in the social, employment, physical health, educational and/or housing domains and restoring or maintaining a customer’s level of functioning to that which allows the guest to achieve community integration and to remain in an independent living setting of the customer’s choice. MindWell will be an outpatient facility to serve adults, adolescents and children 7 years and older with behavioral health disorders.
MindWell Behavioral Health offers a range of mental health services and supports necessary to assist customers in achieving mental health rehabilitation and recovery goals, including achieving and maintaining valued life roles in the social, employment, physical health, educational and/or housing domains and restoring or maintaining a customer’s level of functioning to that which allows the guest to achieve community integration and to remain in an independent living setting of the customer’s choice. MindWell will be an outpatient facility to serve adults, adolescents and children 7 years and older with behavioral health disorders.
Taking that first step to explore therapy options can bring up a lot of emotions. Lets validate the fact that you are here taking that hard first step! I strive to offer a warm, collaborative, and comprehensive experience to help you explore your current goals. A non-judgmental space to celebrate your authentic self, and offer support to help you make progress towards your idea of overall wellness and the best version of you. My goal is to create sessions where you leave feeling productive, motivated, and excited for the potential of change and gaining insight into your own personal wellness.
Taking that first step to explore therapy options can bring up a lot of emotions. Lets validate the fact that you are here taking that hard first step! I strive to offer a warm, collaborative, and comprehensive experience to help you explore your current goals. A non-judgmental space to celebrate your authentic self, and offer support to help you make progress towards your idea of overall wellness and the best version of you. My goal is to create sessions where you leave feeling productive, motivated, and excited for the potential of change and gaining insight into your own personal wellness.
Through play therapy and expressive arts interventions, JDC supports clients to process emotional pain and learn effective coping techniques to manage depression, anxiety, stress, ADD/ADHD, grief, and PTSD symptoms.
Ciera incorporates clients’ interests through combined research-supported therapeutic interventions and pop culture. Interventions may include role play, games, music, and art. When appropriate, Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Internal Family System (IFS)and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Through play therapy and expressive arts interventions, JDC supports clients to process emotional pain and learn effective coping techniques to manage depression, anxiety, stress, ADD/ADHD, grief, and PTSD symptoms.
Ciera incorporates clients’ interests through combined research-supported therapeutic interventions and pop culture. Interventions may include role play, games, music, and art. When appropriate, Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Internal Family System (IFS)and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT).
It's time to totally shake it up. Forget what you think you know about therapy or what you need to do to change your life... Making that level of change means confronting Truth and fundamentally changing yourself. I won't sugarcoat it and I certainly won't lie to you: I will tell you what you need to know and guide you toward making the proper choices in your life. And I'll prove it to you right now: I tell you outright that I can't fix you. No one can. The only person that has that sort of power over you IS you. This involves hard choices in learning how to manage your life. And I will stand beside you every step of the way.
It's time to totally shake it up. Forget what you think you know about therapy or what you need to do to change your life... Making that level of change means confronting Truth and fundamentally changing yourself. I won't sugarcoat it and I certainly won't lie to you: I will tell you what you need to know and guide you toward making the proper choices in your life. And I'll prove it to you right now: I tell you outright that I can't fix you. No one can. The only person that has that sort of power over you IS you. This involves hard choices in learning how to manage your life. And I will stand beside you every step of the way.
I'm trauma-informed and use proven approaches like CBT, DBT, play therapy, and mindfulness, always tailoring care to each child and family's needs.
If you or your child are facing emotional or behavioral challenges that are making everyday life feel overwhelming, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Professional support can provide clarity, relief, and lasting change. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in working with children, teens, and young adults (ages 5–25), offering evidence-based psychological services tailored to build upon each person’s unique strengths. I’m a licensed psychologist, a Nationally Certified School Psychologist, and the owner of See the Strengths, LLC, a small, client-centered practice in Lawrenceville, NJ. I'd be honored to support you.
I'm trauma-informed and use proven approaches like CBT, DBT, play therapy, and mindfulness, always tailoring care to each child and family's needs.
If you or your child are facing emotional or behavioral challenges that are making everyday life feel overwhelming, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Professional support can provide clarity, relief, and lasting change. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in working with children, teens, and young adults (ages 5–25), offering evidence-based psychological services tailored to build upon each person’s unique strengths. I’m a licensed psychologist, a Nationally Certified School Psychologist, and the owner of See the Strengths, LLC, a small, client-centered practice in Lawrenceville, NJ. I'd be honored to support you.
The Artemis Center for Guidance, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS
2 Endorsed
Turnersville, NJ 08012
We specialize in Maternal Mental Health and also offer a full range of counseling services, including: individual and couples therapy, play therapy for children, counseling for teenagers and young adults, veteran and military family readjustment guidance and treatment for recovery from sexual, physical or emotional trauma.
At The Artemis Center for Guidance, we work toward reducing emotional suffering. This is accomplished through direct counseling services and psycho-education provided by highly skilled and compassionate clinicians and, through the development and instruction of training programs that will provide other professionals the skills to offer exceptional services to those in emotional pain. We believe all individuals are inherently able to cope with life's hardships, and with skilled guidance during times of transition, each person possesses the freedom to strive toward and reach his or her highest potential and lead a productive and happy life.
We specialize in Maternal Mental Health and also offer a full range of counseling services, including: individual and couples therapy, play therapy for children, counseling for teenagers and young adults, veteran and military family readjustment guidance and treatment for recovery from sexual, physical or emotional trauma.
At The Artemis Center for Guidance, we work toward reducing emotional suffering. This is accomplished through direct counseling services and psycho-education provided by highly skilled and compassionate clinicians and, through the development and instruction of training programs that will provide other professionals the skills to offer exceptional services to those in emotional pain. We believe all individuals are inherently able to cope with life's hardships, and with skilled guidance during times of transition, each person possesses the freedom to strive toward and reach his or her highest potential and lead a productive and happy life.
My approach integrates traditional talk therapy with evidence-based practices, such as somatic interventions and play therapy, to ensure healing of the whole person — mind, body, and brain.
I believe that healing and effective therapy are rooted in a strong client-therapist relationship built on trust, empathy, and collaboration. I work to deeply understand the “why” behind a client’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, recognizing that each individual’s journey toward healing is personal and unique. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where we can explore challenges, develop coping strategies, and work together to foster lasting positive change.
My approach integrates traditional talk therapy with evidence-based practices, such as somatic interventions and play therapy, to ensure healing of the whole person — mind, body, and brain.
I believe that healing and effective therapy are rooted in a strong client-therapist relationship built on trust, empathy, and collaboration. I work to deeply understand the “why” behind a client’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, recognizing that each individual’s journey toward healing is personal and unique. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where we can explore challenges, develop coping strategies, and work together to foster lasting positive change.
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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.