Play Therapy in Bellbrook, OH
I firmly believe that life presents us with opportunities to learn more about ourselves, even during some of our more difficult times. Each of us has the power within ourselves to make positive changes in our lives. I work hard in providing emotional support and tools to my clients to help them cope with whatever life presents to them."
I firmly believe that life presents us with opportunities to learn more about ourselves, even during some of our more difficult times. Each of us has the power within ourselves to make positive changes in our lives. I work hard in providing emotional support and tools to my clients to help them cope with whatever life presents to them."
"There are far better things ahead than those we leave behind." C.S Lewis. If you are ready for your life to be different and you would like some help getting it there I would welcome the opportunity to go through that process with you. In the 20 years I have been in my profession I have worked in a variety of settings with adults, adolescents and children and have enjoyed every part of it equally. Each therapeutic relationship is different. I appreciate and value each dynamic with recognition of the unique opportunities they bring.
"There are far better things ahead than those we leave behind." C.S Lewis. If you are ready for your life to be different and you would like some help getting it there I would welcome the opportunity to go through that process with you. In the 20 years I have been in my profession I have worked in a variety of settings with adults, adolescents and children and have enjoyed every part of it equally. Each therapeutic relationship is different. I appreciate and value each dynamic with recognition of the unique opportunities they bring.
My favorite quote is from The Little Prince, "the eyes are blind. One must look with the heart." Often in the midst of our pain and struggle we react to circumstances with little or no thought. We allow ourselves to be directed by the world instead of identifying what we need and know in our heart. To identify what we need, know what our heart wants, and have a plan to follow is what therapy is all about. We must work through the pain to identify these things; accept that we deserve them, and develop a plan to achieve them.
My favorite quote is from The Little Prince, "the eyes are blind. One must look with the heart." Often in the midst of our pain and struggle we react to circumstances with little or no thought. We allow ourselves to be directed by the world instead of identifying what we need and know in our heart. To identify what we need, know what our heart wants, and have a plan to follow is what therapy is all about. We must work through the pain to identify these things; accept that we deserve them, and develop a plan to achieve them.
Have you been feeling stuck and don't know which way to turn? This may be due to hard life transitions, relationship difficulties, health insecurity, grief, or even major traumatic events. You do not have to figure it out on your own.
Have you been feeling stuck and don't know which way to turn? This may be due to hard life transitions, relationship difficulties, health insecurity, grief, or even major traumatic events. You do not have to figure it out on your own.
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Hi, Im Jenae! I welcome individuals with all backgrounds and experiences that may feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or unsure how to move forward. Many of the clients I support are navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, family challenges, and navigating new life transitions. My goal is to meet each person where they are and create a safe space to be supported and understood without judgment. Whether someone is seeking support for themselves, their child, or their family, I work collaboratively with clients to help them feel more confident and empowered in their daily lives.
Hi, Im Jenae! I welcome individuals with all backgrounds and experiences that may feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or unsure how to move forward. Many of the clients I support are navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, family challenges, and navigating new life transitions. My goal is to meet each person where they are and create a safe space to be supported and understood without judgment. Whether someone is seeking support for themselves, their child, or their family, I work collaboratively with clients to help them feel more confident and empowered in their daily lives.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by your environment? Do you feel like you are not being heard or understood by your family or friends? Come Talk with me. We can work together to find ways to help you feel more confident and in control of your life and enhance your relationships with your loved ones. I enjoy working with young adults, children, and families to help identify root causes of concerns and help them find a source of hope for change. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by your environment? Do you feel like you are not being heard or understood by your family or friends? Come Talk with me. We can work together to find ways to help you feel more confident and in control of your life and enhance your relationships with your loved ones. I enjoy working with young adults, children, and families to help identify root causes of concerns and help them find a source of hope for change. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Has life taken you or your child on an unexpected journey? I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults, as well as parents/caregivers, who are navigating neurodivergence. Are you or your child in need of an ADHD or Autism Assessment? Have you noticed difficulties in the areas of sensory overwhelm, language and communication, and social-emotional responses, focus, and heightened anxiety? Would an evaluation help you to find clarity in unanswered questions? Are you in need of a roadmap of resources and support in navigating your journey?
Has life taken you or your child on an unexpected journey? I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults, as well as parents/caregivers, who are navigating neurodivergence. Are you or your child in need of an ADHD or Autism Assessment? Have you noticed difficulties in the areas of sensory overwhelm, language and communication, and social-emotional responses, focus, and heightened anxiety? Would an evaluation help you to find clarity in unanswered questions? Are you in need of a roadmap of resources and support in navigating your journey?
I'm glad you're here! Reaching out for support takes courage, and you've already taken an important first step toward creating positive change.
With more than 27 years of experience in mental health and addiction treatment, I help individuals overcome obstacles, gain clarity, and move forward with confidence. I specialize in trauma, substance use/addiction and mood disorders. My approach is practical and solution-focused, helping clients identify meaningful goals, develop effective coping strategies, and create lasting improvements in their lives.
I'm glad you're here! Reaching out for support takes courage, and you've already taken an important first step toward creating positive change.
With more than 27 years of experience in mental health and addiction treatment, I help individuals overcome obstacles, gain clarity, and move forward with confidence. I specialize in trauma, substance use/addiction and mood disorders. My approach is practical and solution-focused, helping clients identify meaningful goals, develop effective coping strategies, and create lasting improvements in their lives.
I have experience with clients 6+, and I love to bring play into therapy to help make therapy easier and more manageable for my younger clients.
My therapeutic approach is often client-centered, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and strengths-based interventions. I emphasize building rapport, teaching healthy coping skills, recognizing strengths, and collaboratively identifying solutions to problems.
I have experience with clients 6+, and I love to bring play into therapy to help make therapy easier and more manageable for my younger clients.
My therapeutic approach is often client-centered, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and strengths-based interventions. I emphasize building rapport, teaching healthy coping skills, recognizing strengths, and collaboratively identifying solutions to problems.
Within this journey of life, we face many challenges and adversities. Some experience situations and life events that are completely out of their control. In going through traumatic experiences, our mind and body sometimes responds in ways we never expected.
As a counselor, I hold passion towards helping those who suffer from traumatic stress of the mind and body. I hold space for my clients to navigate ways through life's circumstances so they can find a functional mindset and coping strategies towards their automatic responses.
Within this journey of life, we face many challenges and adversities. Some experience situations and life events that are completely out of their control. In going through traumatic experiences, our mind and body sometimes responds in ways we never expected.
As a counselor, I hold passion towards helping those who suffer from traumatic stress of the mind and body. I hold space for my clients to navigate ways through life's circumstances so they can find a functional mindset and coping strategies towards their automatic responses.
As a veteran, husband and father, I understand the challenges that come with Balancing life's demands, while facing personnel struggles. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, resilience, and a commitment to helping others navigate difficult seasons. I have extensive experience supporting individuals through addiction, depression, and anxiety, and I strive to create a safe Judgement-free space where healing and growth may take place.
As a veteran, husband and father, I understand the challenges that come with Balancing life's demands, while facing personnel struggles. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, resilience, and a commitment to helping others navigate difficult seasons. I have extensive experience supporting individuals through addiction, depression, and anxiety, and I strive to create a safe Judgement-free space where healing and growth may take place.
Nate works with individuals ages 13 and up and enjoys supporting a diverse range of clients. He believes that working with people from different backgrounds and life experiences keeps him mindful of diversity and fosters a well-rounded, inclusive perspective in his practice. By creating a welcoming and adaptable therapeutic environment, he helps clients feel seen, heard, and empowered in their personal growth journey. Rooted in the principles of a growth mindset, Nate empowers clients to see setbacks as opportunities for learning and transformation. He helps individuals break free from limiting patterns and build resilience.
Nate works with individuals ages 13 and up and enjoys supporting a diverse range of clients. He believes that working with people from different backgrounds and life experiences keeps him mindful of diversity and fosters a well-rounded, inclusive perspective in his practice. By creating a welcoming and adaptable therapeutic environment, he helps clients feel seen, heard, and empowered in their personal growth journey. Rooted in the principles of a growth mindset, Nate empowers clients to see setbacks as opportunities for learning and transformation. He helps individuals break free from limiting patterns and build resilience.
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, adults, and families who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted. Many come to therapy for support with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship concerns, life transitions, or emotional regulation challenges.
I provide a compassionate, collaborative, and supportive environment where clients feel heard and empowered. Together, we work to build healthy coping skills, increase self-awareness, and create meaningful, lasting change so clients can move forward with greater confidence and balance.
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, adults, and families who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted. Many come to therapy for support with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship concerns, life transitions, or emotional regulation challenges.
I provide a compassionate, collaborative, and supportive environment where clients feel heard and empowered. Together, we work to build healthy coping skills, increase self-awareness, and create meaningful, lasting change so clients can move forward with greater confidence and balance.
Welcome! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor dedicated to helping individuals lead more fulfilled, balanced and emotionally healthy lives. Whether you're struggling to stay focused, manage time, calm racing thoughts or simply just looking for guidance on how to cope with life's ups and downs, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone. I work with children, teens, young adults and families who are ready to better understand themselves, build on their strengths, and find new ways to thrive. Therapy is your space to slow down, breathe, and begin untangling what feels impossible to manage alone.
Welcome! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor dedicated to helping individuals lead more fulfilled, balanced and emotionally healthy lives. Whether you're struggling to stay focused, manage time, calm racing thoughts or simply just looking for guidance on how to cope with life's ups and downs, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone. I work with children, teens, young adults and families who are ready to better understand themselves, build on their strengths, and find new ways to thrive. Therapy is your space to slow down, breathe, and begin untangling what feels impossible to manage alone.
I’m Kenya Foster, LPC, and Owner of Breaking Down Walls Counseling, with over 30 years of experience supporting individuals navigating mental health and substance use challenges. I take a collaborative, client-centered approach that draws from evidence-based practices to meet each person’s unique needs and goals. I am genuinely invested in my clients’ well-being, supporting them in reducing distress, strengthening coping skills, and creating lasting, meaningful change within a safe, judgment-free space. My goal is to help clients achieve and sustain peace.
I’m Kenya Foster, LPC, and Owner of Breaking Down Walls Counseling, with over 30 years of experience supporting individuals navigating mental health and substance use challenges. I take a collaborative, client-centered approach that draws from evidence-based practices to meet each person’s unique needs and goals. I am genuinely invested in my clients’ well-being, supporting them in reducing distress, strengthening coping skills, and creating lasting, meaningful change within a safe, judgment-free space. My goal is to help clients achieve and sustain peace.
Hello! I'm Kristen Rife, a dedicated and compassionate mental health counselor with an MA and certifications as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor. My mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you or your loved ones can explore feelings, overcome challenges, and build a fulfilling life.
I understand that seeking help can be a big step, and I strive to make the process as comfortable and approachable as possible. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or just need someone to talk to, I'm here to listen and support you every step
Hello! I'm Kristen Rife, a dedicated and compassionate mental health counselor with an MA and certifications as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor. My mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you or your loved ones can explore feelings, overcome challenges, and build a fulfilling life.
I understand that seeking help can be a big step, and I strive to make the process as comfortable and approachable as possible. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or just need someone to talk to, I'm here to listen and support you every step
Therapy should be deep, exploratory, and sometimes even a little fun—laughter and gratitude matter. Life invites us to grow and heal, but also to pause, discern, and hold what’s worth cherishing. Many clients come to therapy struggling with anxiety, depression, panic, intrusive thoughts, trauma, grief, stress, or relationship challenges, including recovery from narcissistic abuse. Whether navigating crisis or seeking clarity during life transitions, I offer a compassionate space to explore, heal, and grow with authentic strengthening of self-trust, deepening insight, and rediscovering meaning while honoring your story.
Therapy should be deep, exploratory, and sometimes even a little fun—laughter and gratitude matter. Life invites us to grow and heal, but also to pause, discern, and hold what’s worth cherishing. Many clients come to therapy struggling with anxiety, depression, panic, intrusive thoughts, trauma, grief, stress, or relationship challenges, including recovery from narcissistic abuse. Whether navigating crisis or seeking clarity during life transitions, I offer a compassionate space to explore, heal, and grow with authentic strengthening of self-trust, deepening insight, and rediscovering meaning while honoring your story.
****Currently Accepting Online Clients Only****Are you struggling to handle difficulties and transitions in your life? If so, consider engaging in the therapeutic process with me! I work hard to provide a counseling relationship that will inspire change in your life. Currently, I work with with adults from all walks of life, backgrounds, and ethnicities. I have provided counseling services in outpatient, school, correctional and private practice settings.
****Currently Accepting Online Clients Only****Are you struggling to handle difficulties and transitions in your life? If so, consider engaging in the therapeutic process with me! I work hard to provide a counseling relationship that will inspire change in your life. Currently, I work with with adults from all walks of life, backgrounds, and ethnicities. I have provided counseling services in outpatient, school, correctional and private practice settings.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults using a variety of approaches including CBT, DBT, trauma-focused therapy, Gestalt therapy, play therapy, and other person-centered modalities to ensure sessions are specifically crafted for each client's needs.
Life happens in a moment and is often unexpected. Because of its unpredictability, it is never too early or too late to want or need mental health support; seeking support is not shameful regardless of precipitating circumstances. Everyone deserves a nonjudgmental space to process events, emotions, and thoughts while learning new skills to better cope with stressors in the future. I can accompany you on your mental health journey as you learn and grow towards the happiest, healthiest, most successful version of yourself.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults using a variety of approaches including CBT, DBT, trauma-focused therapy, Gestalt therapy, play therapy, and other person-centered modalities to ensure sessions are specifically crafted for each client's needs.
Life happens in a moment and is often unexpected. Because of its unpredictability, it is never too early or too late to want or need mental health support; seeking support is not shameful regardless of precipitating circumstances. Everyone deserves a nonjudgmental space to process events, emotions, and thoughts while learning new skills to better cope with stressors in the future. I can accompany you on your mental health journey as you learn and grow towards the happiest, healthiest, most successful version of yourself.
Life can at times may be very challenging and even seem overwhelming. There is hope in being able overcome these difficulties and reaching one's goals. These disconcerting areas can be addressed in a collaborative approach which accentuates the positive.
Life can at times may be very challenging and even seem overwhelming. There is hope in being able overcome these difficulties and reaching one's goals. These disconcerting areas can be addressed in a collaborative approach which accentuates the positive.
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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.