Play Therapy in Succasunna, NJ
Dara Duryea
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Succasunna, NJ 07876
I have over 30 years experience working with children and their families. I use creative techniques to address anxiety, impulsive behaviors, anger and depression. For children the most effective therapy is Play Therapy and for Adolescents, Cognitive Behavioral and creative techniques. I have extensive expereince working within these modalties
I have over 30 years experience working with children and their families. I use creative techniques to address anxiety, impulsive behaviors, anger and depression. For children the most effective therapy is Play Therapy and for Adolescents, Cognitive Behavioral and creative techniques. I have extensive expereince working within these modalties
Caitlin Northern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Succasunna, NJ 07876
Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.
Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.
Marcia Kurtz, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Succasunna, NJ 07876
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Morris County, NJ. I have over 10 years experience working with children, adolescents and adults on a variety of issues including but not limited to mood disorders, oppositional behaviors, depression and anxiety, as well as life's challenges. I understand and appreciate the difficulty with accepting the idea of therapy, the work in finding a therapist and even the anxiety that often accompanies building trust in a complete stranger. As your therapist, I will do my best to honor and respect your thoughts and feelings while working with you towards positive change.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Morris County, NJ. I have over 10 years experience working with children, adolescents and adults on a variety of issues including but not limited to mood disorders, oppositional behaviors, depression and anxiety, as well as life's challenges. I understand and appreciate the difficulty with accepting the idea of therapy, the work in finding a therapist and even the anxiety that often accompanies building trust in a complete stranger. As your therapist, I will do my best to honor and respect your thoughts and feelings while working with you towards positive change.
Uncommon Waters Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Succasunna, NJ 07876
I founded Uncommon Waters Counseling Services because in the journey of life we find ourselves veering off the path and into some uncommon waters. I will help you navigate through the storm and find your way to brighter days. I specialize in addiction, trauma, and grief. I am a graduate of Seton Hall University and a Doctoral Candidate at Liberty University. I have worked in addiction centers and various mental health facilities. I have attended and completed courses from top Psychologists in grief treatment. As a society we live in some difficult times, if you are questioning therapy please call for a free 15-minute consultation.
I founded Uncommon Waters Counseling Services because in the journey of life we find ourselves veering off the path and into some uncommon waters. I will help you navigate through the storm and find your way to brighter days. I specialize in addiction, trauma, and grief. I am a graduate of Seton Hall University and a Doctoral Candidate at Liberty University. I have worked in addiction centers and various mental health facilities. I have attended and completed courses from top Psychologists in grief treatment. As a society we live in some difficult times, if you are questioning therapy please call for a free 15-minute consultation.
More Therapists Nearby
Tara Donatiello
Counselor, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockaway, NJ 07866
I also utilize play therapy, CBT, child-parent relationship, mindfulness and other strategies to help my clients work through their challenges and effectively achieve their goals.
Is your child or teen going through a difficult time? Are you feeling challenged by their emotional responses and/ or behaviors? I'm here to help. I specialize in working with children ages 4 to 14 with anxiety, ADHD and behavioral concerns, as well as providing support to their parents. My aim is to provide a safe, caring environment where my clients feel comfortable to explore their feelings and any challenges they may be experiencing. I aspire to help my clients develop effective coping skills, as well as the resilience to face whatever obstacles life may bring along.
I also utilize play therapy, CBT, child-parent relationship, mindfulness and other strategies to help my clients work through their challenges and effectively achieve their goals.
Is your child or teen going through a difficult time? Are you feeling challenged by their emotional responses and/ or behaviors? I'm here to help. I specialize in working with children ages 4 to 14 with anxiety, ADHD and behavioral concerns, as well as providing support to their parents. My aim is to provide a safe, caring environment where my clients feel comfortable to explore their feelings and any challenges they may be experiencing. I aspire to help my clients develop effective coping skills, as well as the resilience to face whatever obstacles life may bring along.
Karelyn M. Gonzalez-Cruz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07962
I am a licensed psychologist in the state on New Jersey and New York. I provide individual, couples and family therapy with Spanish population. I have extensive clinical experience working with Hispanic population. I have expertise in trauma focused therapy and evidence-based interventions for children, adolescents and adults. I specialize in disruptive disorders (i.e. ADHD, ODD), mutism, physical and sexual abuse, trauma, play therapy, personality and mood/anxiety disorders, and family disruption. Furthermore, I enjoy helping couples and families.
I am a licensed psychologist in the state on New Jersey and New York. I provide individual, couples and family therapy with Spanish population. I have extensive clinical experience working with Hispanic population. I have expertise in trauma focused therapy and evidence-based interventions for children, adolescents and adults. I specialize in disruptive disorders (i.e. ADHD, ODD), mutism, physical and sexual abuse, trauma, play therapy, personality and mood/anxiety disorders, and family disruption. Furthermore, I enjoy helping couples and families.
Dr. Carly Fisher
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Morristown, NJ 07960 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Reaching out for therapy is the first step in making a change in your life. As a PhD Graduate as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed School Counselor, and National Certified Counselor, I am so grateful to be able to play such an important role in helping you reach your highest potential throughout life's challenges. Clients typically come to me with struggles surrounding their own self confidence as well as the impact it can play on relationships around them. Through individual, couple, and/or family work, I have helped clients gain back their own sense of worth to feel their best and live life to the fullest.
Reaching out for therapy is the first step in making a change in your life. As a PhD Graduate as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed School Counselor, and National Certified Counselor, I am so grateful to be able to play such an important role in helping you reach your highest potential throughout life's challenges. Clients typically come to me with struggles surrounding their own self confidence as well as the impact it can play on relationships around them. Through individual, couple, and/or family work, I have helped clients gain back their own sense of worth to feel their best and live life to the fullest.
Allyn Ruth Sitjar
MA, RDT, LCAT
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
As a licensed creative arts therapist (drama, art, music, movement, play. creative writing) my skills are especially suitable for clients who have been through levels of trauma (domestic violence, divorce, dating abuse, PTSD, grief and loss, depression, self-harm, anxiety. etc.). In addition, I work with high-functioning kids/teens on the autism spectrum. I have found that the visual and physical work of role-playing, scene-work, improvisation, simple drawings, and video work increases their skills to recognize facial cues and feelings. Through play, these clients build self-esteem, social skills, deepen their emotional range and gain empathy.
As a licensed creative arts therapist (drama, art, music, movement, play. creative writing) my skills are especially suitable for clients who have been through levels of trauma (domestic violence, divorce, dating abuse, PTSD, grief and loss, depression, self-harm, anxiety. etc.). In addition, I work with high-functioning kids/teens on the autism spectrum. I have found that the visual and physical work of role-playing, scene-work, improvisation, simple drawings, and video work increases their skills to recognize facial cues and feelings. Through play, these clients build self-esteem, social skills, deepen their emotional range and gain empathy.
Sandra Van Nest
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rockaway, NJ 07866
I offer experiential therapies such as play therapy and using art for self exploration.
Are you feeling anxious and out of control when you think about your child? Do you have questions about relationships or parenting? I have a background in both development and psychotherapy. I teach parents about development and help them learn what is "getting in the way" of parenting the way they want to. I also help couples "get on the same page" with parenting. Children come here to enhance development, learn social skills and have good self esteem. Children with developmental, behavioral and sensory concerns find a safe place to grow and explore. Parent Coaching is also available.
I offer experiential therapies such as play therapy and using art for self exploration.
Are you feeling anxious and out of control when you think about your child? Do you have questions about relationships or parenting? I have a background in both development and psychotherapy. I teach parents about development and help them learn what is "getting in the way" of parenting the way they want to. I also help couples "get on the same page" with parenting. Children come here to enhance development, learn social skills and have good self esteem. Children with developmental, behavioral and sensory concerns find a safe place to grow and explore. Parent Coaching is also available.
Clea Weiss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CET, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denville, NJ 07834
In today's world, stress and anxiety can play a large role in the quality of one's life. A professional, supportive therapist can help you sort out issues and make changes in a different way than family and friends can. Whether you have a child who is struggling, or you are an adult trying to cope with relationships, depression or just balancing life, I can offer help and guidance. I have been practicing psychotherapy for over 20 years. I am also a certified expressive art therapist, which helps me a great deal in working with children/adolescents in addition to talk and play therapy.
In today's world, stress and anxiety can play a large role in the quality of one's life. A professional, supportive therapist can help you sort out issues and make changes in a different way than family and friends can. Whether you have a child who is struggling, or you are an adult trying to cope with relationships, depression or just balancing life, I can offer help and guidance. I have been practicing psychotherapy for over 20 years. I am also a certified expressive art therapist, which helps me a great deal in working with children/adolescents in addition to talk and play therapy.
Paige Ellen Oszmanski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
A positive relationship with a therapist involves trust and a feeling of being understood. I work with individuals, families and couples. My specialties include adults, children, play therapy, adolescents, divorce, occupational difficulties, anxiety, depression, loss, self-esteem, relationships. I help my clients to better understand themselves, their life situations and their relationships. It is through this understanding and caring where growth and change can occur. The goal for our work together is for clients to develop their unique strengths, make good choices for themselves and move towards living a more fulfilling life.
A positive relationship with a therapist involves trust and a feeling of being understood. I work with individuals, families and couples. My specialties include adults, children, play therapy, adolescents, divorce, occupational difficulties, anxiety, depression, loss, self-esteem, relationships. I help my clients to better understand themselves, their life situations and their relationships. It is through this understanding and caring where growth and change can occur. The goal for our work together is for clients to develop their unique strengths, make good choices for themselves and move towards living a more fulfilling life.
Amanda Mayberry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allamuchy, NJ 07820
Providing in-person therapy for children 3-13! When kids have big feelings they need a safe place to process and explore them. I welcome all kids ages 3-13 to come and work on feelings, coping skills, self esteem, communication, and more in our play therapy room. Play is the language of children and is how they communicate. It opens doors for them to understand themselves and the world around them. I can help facilitate this process utilizing a child centered play therapy approach while also incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
Providing in-person therapy for children 3-13! When kids have big feelings they need a safe place to process and explore them. I welcome all kids ages 3-13 to come and work on feelings, coping skills, self esteem, communication, and more in our play therapy room. Play is the language of children and is how they communicate. It opens doors for them to understand themselves and the world around them. I can help facilitate this process utilizing a child centered play therapy approach while also incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
Megan Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Hackettstown, NJ 07840
Depending upon the individual and their needs, I employ a variety of therapeutic techniques such as sand tray therapy, strength-based approaches, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectic behavioral therapy, and play therapy.
Everyone faces challenges in their life, and sometimes those challenges feel overwhelming and impossible to take on. I believe we all have the strength to overcome those challenges, but sometimes we might need help finding that strength during difficult times. In a safe and supportive environment, we will work together to find your hidden strengths, overcome challenges, and foster positive and meaningful change. As a Licensed Social Worker, I work with children, adolescents and adults struggling with diverse challenges such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, stress management, life transitions, and anger management.
Depending upon the individual and their needs, I employ a variety of therapeutic techniques such as sand tray therapy, strength-based approaches, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectic behavioral therapy, and play therapy.
Everyone faces challenges in their life, and sometimes those challenges feel overwhelming and impossible to take on. I believe we all have the strength to overcome those challenges, but sometimes we might need help finding that strength during difficult times. In a safe and supportive environment, we will work together to find your hidden strengths, overcome challenges, and foster positive and meaningful change. As a Licensed Social Worker, I work with children, adolescents and adults struggling with diverse challenges such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, stress management, life transitions, and anger management.
Melissa Parrish
Counselor, LAC, ASDI
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
With young children, I will involve play in the sessions with regular caregiver communication and parent sessions.
Taking the step to reach out to a therapist takes courage, so I appreciate your willingness and desire to start therapy, increase support, and make healthy changes in your life. My primary goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for you. We will navigate your journey together in that space, starting where you are now and collaborating on future goals. Utilizing a person-centered approach, you’ll begin to unlock skills you have within, develop new ones, and strengthen your overall coping strategies and mental health.
With young children, I will involve play in the sessions with regular caregiver communication and parent sessions.
Taking the step to reach out to a therapist takes courage, so I appreciate your willingness and desire to start therapy, increase support, and make healthy changes in your life. My primary goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for you. We will navigate your journey together in that space, starting where you are now and collaborating on future goals. Utilizing a person-centered approach, you’ll begin to unlock skills you have within, develop new ones, and strengthen your overall coping strategies and mental health.
Amy Callahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denville, NJ 07834
I have special training in The Treatment of Addictions, depression and anxiety, grief-loss and divorce, couples and family work, play therapy, school issues, and eastern philosophy( for those interested only).
Life is challenging and therapy is a wonderful gift. It takes bravery to admit there are things we need assistance in coping with. Finding the right fit in a therapist can make all the difference in changing our lives. I work with children ( Toddlers- adolescents) Adults, couples and families. I bring a wealth of knowledge and different therapeutic techniques to match your level of comfort. My practice, is warm, welcoming and confidential.I also provide clinical supervision.
I have special training in The Treatment of Addictions, depression and anxiety, grief-loss and divorce, couples and family work, play therapy, school issues, and eastern philosophy( for those interested only).
Life is challenging and therapy is a wonderful gift. It takes bravery to admit there are things we need assistance in coping with. Finding the right fit in a therapist can make all the difference in changing our lives. I work with children ( Toddlers- adolescents) Adults, couples and families. I bring a wealth of knowledge and different therapeutic techniques to match your level of comfort. My practice, is warm, welcoming and confidential.I also provide clinical supervision.
Prasada Center for Wellbeing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Randolph, NJ 07869
Welcome to our therapy practice dedicated to supporting the emotional well-being of children, teens and fostering positive parent-child relationships. At our practice, we understand the unique developmental needs of children and teens and the crucial role parents play in their growth. Our team of skilled and compassionate therapists is committed to providing a safe and engaging space for your child or teen to explore their feelings, build social skills, and develop resilience. With a collaborative approach, our multiple therapists work closely with the family or child to create tailored interventions.
Welcome to our therapy practice dedicated to supporting the emotional well-being of children, teens and fostering positive parent-child relationships. At our practice, we understand the unique developmental needs of children and teens and the crucial role parents play in their growth. Our team of skilled and compassionate therapists is committed to providing a safe and engaging space for your child or teen to explore their feelings, build social skills, and develop resilience. With a collaborative approach, our multiple therapists work closely with the family or child to create tailored interventions.
Geraldine V. Oades-Sese
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
Interventions include academic and organization strategies, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, behavior management, and stress reduction/mindfulness.
Life is filled with many opportunities as well as challenges. My goal is to help children and adolescents recognize and seize those opportunities and overcome any challenges and obstacles that get in their way. By helping them create a positive mindset, build effective coping strategies, and expand their repertoire of problem-solving skills, they can live a healthy, satisfying, and successful social and academic life. The earlier these skills are cultivated within the child or adolescent, the greater the opportunities to practice and utilize them to their benefit.
Interventions include academic and organization strategies, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, behavior management, and stress reduction/mindfulness.
Life is filled with many opportunities as well as challenges. My goal is to help children and adolescents recognize and seize those opportunities and overcome any challenges and obstacles that get in their way. By helping them create a positive mindset, build effective coping strategies, and expand their repertoire of problem-solving skills, they can live a healthy, satisfying, and successful social and academic life. The earlier these skills are cultivated within the child or adolescent, the greater the opportunities to practice and utilize them to their benefit.
Ashley Beaton-Joseph
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morristown, NJ 07960
In therapy, we will utilize techniques from a variety of therapeutic modalities, including play therapy, DBT, CBT, and more.
Navigating the twists and turns of life can be overwhelming, for children and adults alike. Therapy can help provide a road map to guide you or your child through these difficult moments and to whatever destination awaits you. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or other stressors, therapy can help you gain a better understanding of yourself and develop tools to cope with challenges. Working together, we will figure out a route to help you get to the best version of yourself.
In therapy, we will utilize techniques from a variety of therapeutic modalities, including play therapy, DBT, CBT, and more.
Navigating the twists and turns of life can be overwhelming, for children and adults alike. Therapy can help provide a road map to guide you or your child through these difficult moments and to whatever destination awaits you. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or other stressors, therapy can help you gain a better understanding of yourself and develop tools to cope with challenges. Working together, we will figure out a route to help you get to the best version of yourself.
Lucia Plaza
Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified Verified
Hackettstown, NJ 07840
I tailor my therapeutic techniques to each individual client, utilizing evidence-based interventions such as play therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, DBT and trauma-focused approaches when needed.
Accepting new clients now! Bilingual (English-Spanish) Clinician. I specialize in the treatment of adolescents, adults and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, oppositional behavior, school refusal, and anger management. I believe providing personalized care to each client and work collaboratively to develop effective plans that best fit their unique needs and goals. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop effective coping strategies. My goal is to empower clients to live their best lives and achieve their full potential.
I tailor my therapeutic techniques to each individual client, utilizing evidence-based interventions such as play therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, DBT and trauma-focused approaches when needed.
Accepting new clients now! Bilingual (English-Spanish) Clinician. I specialize in the treatment of adolescents, adults and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, oppositional behavior, school refusal, and anger management. I believe providing personalized care to each client and work collaboratively to develop effective plans that best fit their unique needs and goals. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop effective coping strategies. My goal is to empower clients to live their best lives and achieve their full potential.
Leah Noble
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Randolph, NJ 07869 (Online Only)
I believe several tools can be effective in therapy such as art, narrative, sand play, psychodynamic discussion, cognitive restructuring, mindfulness and meditation.
Welcome, I am so glad you are here. I believe in an individualized, down-to-earth approach where we find ways to create and maintain consistent support and treatment. My goal is to create a relaxed and nonjudgmental environment. I work to make therapy affordable to everyone as it is so important. I have had the continued privilege to see the resilience and power every person possesses with the support they deserve. I am truly honored to be a part of the process.
I believe several tools can be effective in therapy such as art, narrative, sand play, psychodynamic discussion, cognitive restructuring, mindfulness and meditation.
Welcome, I am so glad you are here. I believe in an individualized, down-to-earth approach where we find ways to create and maintain consistent support and treatment. My goal is to create a relaxed and nonjudgmental environment. I work to make therapy affordable to everyone as it is so important. I have had the continued privilege to see the resilience and power every person possesses with the support they deserve. I am truly honored to be a part of the process.
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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.