Play Therapy in New York, NY
Currently licensed & accepting patients for telehealth in CA, CT, DC, IL, MA, ME, NY, OR, RI and VT. When you come to therapy, it's important to remember that you are already trying to cope in the best way you can. You don't have to wait until things feel unbearable before you ask for help. I've been a psychotherapist for over 30 years, & have experience working with Gaming, Adolescents, Parenting Conflicts, Cross-cultural Therapy, Learning Disabilities, Depression, Bereavement, Anxiety & Trauma.
I am a practitioner of gender-affirming care for both youth and adults.
Currently licensed & accepting patients for telehealth in CA, CT, DC, IL, MA, ME, NY, OR, RI and VT. When you come to therapy, it's important to remember that you are already trying to cope in the best way you can. You don't have to wait until things feel unbearable before you ask for help. I've been a psychotherapist for over 30 years, & have experience working with Gaming, Adolescents, Parenting Conflicts, Cross-cultural Therapy, Learning Disabilities, Depression, Bereavement, Anxiety & Trauma.
I am a practitioner of gender-affirming care for both youth and adults.
I'm a trans, queer, Mexican-American therapist who works from an attuned, responsive, and relationship oriented approach. As all of us have a tendency to get lost in a narrative or storyline, I invite clients to slow down with me and get intimate with their direct experience—the raging emotions in the body, the coming and going of thoughts, the feeling of shaky vulnerability, the rage, the loneliness—honoring it all and creating a safe holding space for these lost emotions, perhaps for the first time ever. In addition to psychotherapy, I offer end-of-life support, and coaching.
I'm a trans, queer, Mexican-American therapist who works from an attuned, responsive, and relationship oriented approach. As all of us have a tendency to get lost in a narrative or storyline, I invite clients to slow down with me and get intimate with their direct experience—the raging emotions in the body, the coming and going of thoughts, the feeling of shaky vulnerability, the rage, the loneliness—honoring it all and creating a safe holding space for these lost emotions, perhaps for the first time ever. In addition to psychotherapy, I offer end-of-life support, and coaching.
Have you ever considered whether your child could benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to answer concerns you may have. You can speak to me about anything; nothing you say will surprise or shock me. I can assist your child navigate through struggles as well as helping them become their own therapist. I work successfully with adolescents who struggle with anxiety, panic attacks, relationship problems, trauma, academic, and addiction issues.
Have you ever considered whether your child could benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to answer concerns you may have. You can speak to me about anything; nothing you say will surprise or shock me. I can assist your child navigate through struggles as well as helping them become their own therapist. I work successfully with adolescents who struggle with anxiety, panic attacks, relationship problems, trauma, academic, and addiction issues.
You have arrived at my profile, so consider this: You must want change in your life or behavior, and/or want to get "unstuck". I explore where you are encountering blockages while accepting who you are today. I provide a warm nurturing environment and a pragmatic approach. Through analysis and understanding, we begin to see shifts in behavior and outlook. We work with these insights to achieve more of the life you desire. I also address the concerns of patients struggling with issues of depression, intimacy, infertility, and sexuality.
You have arrived at my profile, so consider this: You must want change in your life or behavior, and/or want to get "unstuck". I explore where you are encountering blockages while accepting who you are today. I provide a warm nurturing environment and a pragmatic approach. Through analysis and understanding, we begin to see shifts in behavior and outlook. We work with these insights to achieve more of the life you desire. I also address the concerns of patients struggling with issues of depression, intimacy, infertility, and sexuality.
I use an integrative approach to counseling, drawing from multiple modalities and therapeutic aids tailored to the needs of each individual client. With a particular interest in trauma focused care, my goal is to create a safe, supportive, and adaptable space for my clients to grow and heal as needed.
I use an integrative approach to counseling, drawing from multiple modalities and therapeutic aids tailored to the needs of each individual client. With a particular interest in trauma focused care, my goal is to create a safe, supportive, and adaptable space for my clients to grow and heal as needed.
Every day seems overwhelming and overstimulating, especially if you are balancing societal pressures, family expectations, and negative thoughts. You may feel pressure to be strong for others while struggling internally with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, or the lingering effects of past experiences. You may feel your stomach tightening or chest getting tense, as you try to figure out what you did or what you should do to fix...everything. Therapy can be a space where you begin to understand these experiences and develop healthier ways of coping, connecting, and setting boundaries without guilt.
Every day seems overwhelming and overstimulating, especially if you are balancing societal pressures, family expectations, and negative thoughts. You may feel pressure to be strong for others while struggling internally with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, or the lingering effects of past experiences. You may feel your stomach tightening or chest getting tense, as you try to figure out what you did or what you should do to fix...everything. Therapy can be a space where you begin to understand these experiences and develop healthier ways of coping, connecting, and setting boundaries without guilt.
“We tell ourselves stories in order to live.”—Joan Didion Sometimes life takes a bad turn. Sometimes something awful happens and we need to learn to cope. Sometimes we find ourselves in a veritable dark wood, bereft of hope, looking for some way out. Often we try things that don't work, or that work all too well, or that bring further trouble and suffering into our lives. We struggle with work, relationships, our health, money, and, most importantly, making sense of our struggles, so mired are we in the everyday grind of existence.
“We tell ourselves stories in order to live.”—Joan Didion Sometimes life takes a bad turn. Sometimes something awful happens and we need to learn to cope. Sometimes we find ourselves in a veritable dark wood, bereft of hope, looking for some way out. Often we try things that don't work, or that work all too well, or that bring further trouble and suffering into our lives. We struggle with work, relationships, our health, money, and, most importantly, making sense of our struggles, so mired are we in the everyday grind of existence.
I utilize EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Hypnotherapy, CBT, Art therapy, Play therapy, Psychodrama, EAGALA and many others.
After 20 + years of experience, I only accept clients who are ready to leave suffering behind and desire to take their life to the next level.
My years of experience and training can guide you there if you are willing, ready and able.
Let us co-create your highest and best future together.
I utilize EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing, Hypnotherapy, mindfulness, CBT, breath work, psychodrama, psycho-dynamic, existential and spiritual approaches. The blend of all these effective modalities creates sustainable change and sets the platform for creation of the best future.
I utilize EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Hypnotherapy, CBT, Art therapy, Play therapy, Psychodrama, EAGALA and many others.
After 20 + years of experience, I only accept clients who are ready to leave suffering behind and desire to take their life to the next level.
My years of experience and training can guide you there if you are willing, ready and able.
Let us co-create your highest and best future together.
I utilize EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing, Hypnotherapy, mindfulness, CBT, breath work, psychodrama, psycho-dynamic, existential and spiritual approaches. The blend of all these effective modalities creates sustainable change and sets the platform for creation of the best future.
Welcome, whether by chance or intention, something led you to this space, and we’re honored to walk alongside you. We’re so glad you’re here.
We are a community-based mental health program, accepting Medicaid, dedicated to supporting individuals across the lifespan. We offer compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs, values, and goals. Whether you’re navigating life transitions, processing trauma, or working towards emotional wellness, our team is here to support you. We view our relationship with each client as a partnership, one grounded in trust, collaboration, and deep respect for your lived experience!
Welcome, whether by chance or intention, something led you to this space, and we’re honored to walk alongside you. We’re so glad you’re here.
We are a community-based mental health program, accepting Medicaid, dedicated to supporting individuals across the lifespan. We offer compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs, values, and goals. Whether you’re navigating life transitions, processing trauma, or working towards emotional wellness, our team is here to support you. We view our relationship with each client as a partnership, one grounded in trust, collaboration, and deep respect for your lived experience!
Hi! I am Riquelmy, soy Latina y Hablo Español! I want you to know that you deserve to be happy. You deserve a life of meaning. You are human, you are dignified, you are loved, and you have worth. I know you're wondering, "will I ever get better"? "will I get past this"? The answer is YES, you CAN and you WILL. Mereces ser feliz. Mereces una vida con significado. Eres humano, eres digno, eres amado y tienes valor. Sé que te estás preguntando, "¿alguna vez mejoraré?" "¿Voy a superar esto"? La respuesta es SÍ, PUEDES y Lo harás! Quiero conocerte y ayudarte con lo que estés luchando.
Hi! I am Riquelmy, soy Latina y Hablo Español! I want you to know that you deserve to be happy. You deserve a life of meaning. You are human, you are dignified, you are loved, and you have worth. I know you're wondering, "will I ever get better"? "will I get past this"? The answer is YES, you CAN and you WILL. Mereces ser feliz. Mereces una vida con significado. Eres humano, eres digno, eres amado y tienes valor. Sé que te estás preguntando, "¿alguna vez mejoraré?" "¿Voy a superar esto"? La respuesta es SÍ, PUEDES y Lo harás! Quiero conocerte y ayudarte con lo que estés luchando.
Being human can sometimes feel like too much. You might be holding everything together on the outside—work, school, family, friendships—while inside feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or emotionally exhausted. Therapy can be a place where things start to feel steadier and more manageable.
I work with teens and young adults who feel anxious, depressed, weighed down by trauma, or in complicated relationship patterns. I blend talk therapy with individually tailored skills to help you understand your emotions, and feel more grounded and confident.
Being human can sometimes feel like too much. You might be holding everything together on the outside—work, school, family, friendships—while inside feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or emotionally exhausted. Therapy can be a place where things start to feel steadier and more manageable.
I work with teens and young adults who feel anxious, depressed, weighed down by trauma, or in complicated relationship patterns. I blend talk therapy with individually tailored skills to help you understand your emotions, and feel more grounded and confident.
On the outside your world seems ok, but on the inside, you feel stuck. Accomplishing your goals does not feel as good as you thought it would. Life has not been easy for you, but one thing is for certain; right now, you want to do all you can to build a life that feels more meaningful and connective than it is right now. Sometimes you notice how lonely you feel. Though success has gotten you far, but you’re not looking for more credentials; what you’re truly seeking is to feel fulfilled, more connected and more alive. You want to lay your head on the pillow at the end of the night and feel content.
On the outside your world seems ok, but on the inside, you feel stuck. Accomplishing your goals does not feel as good as you thought it would. Life has not been easy for you, but one thing is for certain; right now, you want to do all you can to build a life that feels more meaningful and connective than it is right now. Sometimes you notice how lonely you feel. Though success has gotten you far, but you’re not looking for more credentials; what you’re truly seeking is to feel fulfilled, more connected and more alive. You want to lay your head on the pillow at the end of the night and feel content.
Together, supported by my access to expressive and non-verbal modes such as movement, art, and play in addition to the traditional "talking cure," we address your concerns in order to shake up the old narrative and create new choices and new possibilities for change.
I don't believe in diagnostic labeling; yet we don't waste time reinventing the wheel. The personal issues you want to confront and resolve in therapy and the unique ways in which you are stuck call upon my creativity, long, varied professional experience of theories and methods--from Freud to object relations to body work--and life experience of other cultures and modalities to find new ways for you to healthily move forward.
Together, supported by my access to expressive and non-verbal modes such as movement, art, and play in addition to the traditional "talking cure," we address your concerns in order to shake up the old narrative and create new choices and new possibilities for change.
I don't believe in diagnostic labeling; yet we don't waste time reinventing the wheel. The personal issues you want to confront and resolve in therapy and the unique ways in which you are stuck call upon my creativity, long, varied professional experience of theories and methods--from Freud to object relations to body work--and life experience of other cultures and modalities to find new ways for you to healthily move forward.
I am dedicated to helping individuals, children and families restore, rebuild and transform their lives for the better. After working in a variety of mental health settings, I can say with confidence that you are not alone in your struggles. It is my goal to create an environment of support, acceptance and to provide a place to regain balance and find hope.
I am dedicated to helping individuals, children and families restore, rebuild and transform their lives for the better. After working in a variety of mental health settings, I can say with confidence that you are not alone in your struggles. It is my goal to create an environment of support, acceptance and to provide a place to regain balance and find hope.
Adolescence and young adulthood can be stressful. Whether it's managing school pressures, navigating relationships or experiencing a major life change, I can provide you a safe space to reflect and heal. As a New York State-licensed clinical psychologist, I specialize in helping kids, teens and young adults understand their feelings, build resilience and improve their emotional well being. I also work closely with parents to help learn how to manage challenging behaviors.
Adolescence and young adulthood can be stressful. Whether it's managing school pressures, navigating relationships or experiencing a major life change, I can provide you a safe space to reflect and heal. As a New York State-licensed clinical psychologist, I specialize in helping kids, teens and young adults understand their feelings, build resilience and improve their emotional well being. I also work closely with parents to help learn how to manage challenging behaviors.
Have you wondered if you would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to answer any questions or concerns. You can talk to me about anything; nothing you tell me will shock or surprise me. I work well with young adults struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, relationship issues, academic and career stress, learning disabilities, and self-harm. My approach integrates CBT, DBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, and insight-oriented therapy to build the skills needed for long-term resilience. I provide goal-directed, insight-oriented therapy that empowers clients to become their own therapists.
Have you wondered if you would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to answer any questions or concerns. You can talk to me about anything; nothing you tell me will shock or surprise me. I work well with young adults struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, relationship issues, academic and career stress, learning disabilities, and self-harm. My approach integrates CBT, DBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, and insight-oriented therapy to build the skills needed for long-term resilience. I provide goal-directed, insight-oriented therapy that empowers clients to become their own therapists.
After more than 35 years of doing this work, I am still reminded daily that every therapeutic relationship is different. Working together we will begin to understand how you came to be the person you are, what things hold you back, and how you can learn to change. We will look at your past, but also at your present, including what happens between the two of us. Through treatment you should expect to feel more confident and more flexible in your ability to respond to problems that inevitably crop up. My goal is to help you experience your life as fully as possible.
After more than 35 years of doing this work, I am still reminded daily that every therapeutic relationship is different. Working together we will begin to understand how you came to be the person you are, what things hold you back, and how you can learn to change. We will look at your past, but also at your present, including what happens between the two of us. Through treatment you should expect to feel more confident and more flexible in your ability to respond to problems that inevitably crop up. My goal is to help you experience your life as fully as possible.
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.
Are you wondering whether therapy can help? I work with high-functioning adults who are navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, career issues, chronic illness, life transitions, and profound personal changes. My approach is goal-oriented, and tailored to help you work through your current struggles while building the tools to become your own therapist. My focus goes beyond diagnosis. I work to uncover the deeper patterns and clinical processes that may be holding you back. I am especially skilled at helping individuals reduce anxiety and reconnect with their most authentic, capable selves.
Are you wondering whether therapy can help? I work with high-functioning adults who are navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, career issues, chronic illness, life transitions, and profound personal changes. My approach is goal-oriented, and tailored to help you work through your current struggles while building the tools to become your own therapist. My focus goes beyond diagnosis. I work to uncover the deeper patterns and clinical processes that may be holding you back. I am especially skilled at helping individuals reduce anxiety and reconnect with their most authentic, capable selves.
Susan Schrott Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DCSW, LCSW, CEDS, CYT
Online Only
With over three decades of experience, I have the privilege to provide therapy to those seeking help with an eating disorder, anxiety, depression as well as relationship issues. You deserve to get compassionate and inspired treatment from a professional who is experienced and well trained in leading approaches for eating disorders. Sessions are aimed at developing confidence, self esteem and identified goals that bring you health and joy. I understand that trust and confidentiality are the cornerstones of the courageous journey to healing allowing patients to move a richer and more meaningful life.
With over three decades of experience, I have the privilege to provide therapy to those seeking help with an eating disorder, anxiety, depression as well as relationship issues. You deserve to get compassionate and inspired treatment from a professional who is experienced and well trained in leading approaches for eating disorders. Sessions are aimed at developing confidence, self esteem and identified goals that bring you health and joy. I understand that trust and confidentiality are the cornerstones of the courageous journey to healing allowing patients to move a richer and more meaningful life.
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Play Therapy Therapists
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.