Play Therapy in Liberty Township, OH
I specialize in treating young children through the use of play therapies and addressing women's issues such as perinatal and postpartum depression and anxiety.
I bring a holistic and comprehensive approach to counseling individuals of all ages, in a warm and safe environment where you and loved ones can explore and connect. I believe in empowering individuals to improve the quality of their lives. Clients are guided towards developing a greater understanding of themselves through authentic therapeutic relationship.
I specialize in treating young children through the use of play therapies and addressing women's issues such as perinatal and postpartum depression and anxiety.
I bring a holistic and comprehensive approach to counseling individuals of all ages, in a warm and safe environment where you and loved ones can explore and connect. I believe in empowering individuals to improve the quality of their lives. Clients are guided towards developing a greater understanding of themselves through authentic therapeutic relationship.
Hi, I'm a mental health therapist passionate about supporting children, teens, and adults through life’s challenges. I work with all diagnoses, with a special focus on trauma recovery. I'm trained in EMDR and dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and sometimes laughter-filled space for clients to heal, grow, and discover their strength.
Hi, I'm a mental health therapist passionate about supporting children, teens, and adults through life’s challenges. I work with all diagnoses, with a special focus on trauma recovery. I'm trained in EMDR and dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and sometimes laughter-filled space for clients to heal, grow, and discover their strength.
The hardest part of life is living a full and enjoyable life, especially when there is heartache, emotional or physical pain, anxiety and fears, and losses that were unexpected. I can help you make sense out of this life and find the strength and hope to manage changes to improve how you live, how you feel, and how you feel about how you are living when you can't change your life or your circumstances. I can help you reduce the panic of anxiety, the intensity of traumatic fears, the reactivity to emotional circumstances, and reduce the grief of all sorts of losses experienced or anticipated.
The hardest part of life is living a full and enjoyable life, especially when there is heartache, emotional or physical pain, anxiety and fears, and losses that were unexpected. I can help you make sense out of this life and find the strength and hope to manage changes to improve how you live, how you feel, and how you feel about how you are living when you can't change your life or your circumstances. I can help you reduce the panic of anxiety, the intensity of traumatic fears, the reactivity to emotional circumstances, and reduce the grief of all sorts of losses experienced or anticipated.
You may be someone others rely on, someone who has learned to carry a great deal while still appearing capable and dependable. You may hold yourself to high standards, push through exhaustion, and continue meeting expectations even when life feels overwhelming internally. Over time, especially when shaped by developmental or relational trauma, neurodivergence, chronic stress, or chronic illness, your nervous system can become stuck in survival mode, making it difficult to fully rest, feel safe, slow down, or feel connected to yourself and your needs.
You may be someone others rely on, someone who has learned to carry a great deal while still appearing capable and dependable. You may hold yourself to high standards, push through exhaustion, and continue meeting expectations even when life feels overwhelming internally. Over time, especially when shaped by developmental or relational trauma, neurodivergence, chronic stress, or chronic illness, your nervous system can become stuck in survival mode, making it difficult to fully rest, feel safe, slow down, or feel connected to yourself and your needs.
Kerri McLaughlin
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed professional clinical counselor with more than 15 years' experience working with children and families throughout Butler County. My practice is currently located in the city of Hamilton and provides play-based counseling services to children and youth ages 5-20. Please contact me to ask any questions or to make an appointment.
I am a licensed professional clinical counselor with more than 15 years' experience working with children and families throughout Butler County. My practice is currently located in the city of Hamilton and provides play-based counseling services to children and youth ages 5-20. Please contact me to ask any questions or to make an appointment.
More Therapists Nearby
Dr. Vonda K. Willis
Licensed Professional Counselor, JD, LPCC, MA, GAL-PC, DBT, EMDR
Cincinnati, OH 45236
Life's challenges bring us to our knees. A Clinical Counselor helps. 36+ years of work with courts, hospitals & schools helps. "Been there, … I get it". In my early 20’s, while working F/T at UC, I learned Clinical Counseling (diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorders) while completing my Doctorate in my 20’s at UD. Clinically trained by UC (adults) and CCHMC (ages 0-18). Specially trained in Trauma, DBT, EMDR and law. Supreme Court of Ohio approved PC, GAL and Mediator (starting in ‘89 with Airing Institute - Beech Acres, Co-led Divorce Mediation). Collaborative Law FRS. ADHD Assessment & Accommodations Plans.
Life's challenges bring us to our knees. A Clinical Counselor helps. 36+ years of work with courts, hospitals & schools helps. "Been there, … I get it". In my early 20’s, while working F/T at UC, I learned Clinical Counseling (diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorders) while completing my Doctorate in my 20’s at UD. Clinically trained by UC (adults) and CCHMC (ages 0-18). Specially trained in Trauma, DBT, EMDR and law. Supreme Court of Ohio approved PC, GAL and Mediator (starting in ‘89 with Airing Institute - Beech Acres, Co-led Divorce Mediation). Collaborative Law FRS. ADHD Assessment & Accommodations Plans.
At Hope Restored Counseling Services, our approach is both compassionate and goal-oriented, focusing on thoughtful exploration of the problem, and more importantly, change. Based on years of experience working with individuals and families in a therapeutic setting, we've found that each individual, regardless of their challenges, has the capacity for hope, choice and change.
At Hope Restored Counseling Services, our approach is both compassionate and goal-oriented, focusing on thoughtful exploration of the problem, and more importantly, change. Based on years of experience working with individuals and families in a therapeutic setting, we've found that each individual, regardless of their challenges, has the capacity for hope, choice and change.
Aneesa E. Bhimani-Trimble
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MSEd, LPCC-S
2 Endorsed
Springboro, OH 45066
Treatment may include mindfulness, creative and play-based interventions, solution-focused strategies, emotional skill-building, and supportive reflection.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by expectations, responsibilities, relationships, or stress and has difficulty finding space to care for themselves. They may be navigating anxiety, burnout, life transitions, or professional stress, especially in school or helping professions. They want greater clarity, steadiness, and confidence in themselves and their direction. Together, we explore how relationships, environments, and expectations contribute to stress while building healthier boundaries, practical coping strategies, and a stronger sense of self.
Treatment may include mindfulness, creative and play-based interventions, solution-focused strategies, emotional skill-building, and supportive reflection.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by expectations, responsibilities, relationships, or stress and has difficulty finding space to care for themselves. They may be navigating anxiety, burnout, life transitions, or professional stress, especially in school or helping professions. They want greater clarity, steadiness, and confidence in themselves and their direction. Together, we explore how relationships, environments, and expectations contribute to stress while building healthier boundaries, practical coping strategies, and a stronger sense of self.
Hi, I’m Bryan! I help children, teens, and adults move from feeling stuck to taking action. My ideal clients are ready to build real momentum against anxiety, stress, or major life transitions. Through an empathetic, solution-focused approach, we look beyond the problem to uncover your strengths. Together, we will brainstorm and co-create tailored, actionable coping strategies that fit your daily routine. Backed by expert clinical supervision, I provide a collaborative, team-based approach to your care. Let’s turn insight into measurable progress—reach out today to get started!
Hi, I’m Bryan! I help children, teens, and adults move from feeling stuck to taking action. My ideal clients are ready to build real momentum against anxiety, stress, or major life transitions. Through an empathetic, solution-focused approach, we look beyond the problem to uncover your strengths. Together, we will brainstorm and co-create tailored, actionable coping strategies that fit your daily routine. Backed by expert clinical supervision, I provide a collaborative, team-based approach to your care. Let’s turn insight into measurable progress—reach out today to get started!
Resilient Roots provides mental health therapy services for children and adolescents. Services include clinical assessments and ongoing therapy sessions that are geared towards promoting emotional well-being. Issues we treat for children and adolescents include trauma, grief and loss, attachment and relationship concerns, oppositional behaviors, anger management, ADHD, depression, anxiety, adjustment issues and sleep issues.
Resilient Roots provides mental health therapy services for children and adolescents. Services include clinical assessments and ongoing therapy sessions that are geared towards promoting emotional well-being. Issues we treat for children and adolescents include trauma, grief and loss, attachment and relationship concerns, oppositional behaviors, anger management, ADHD, depression, anxiety, adjustment issues and sleep issues.
Life can be a struggle at times, and can sometimes feel overwhelming. Let me help you work through these obstacles. Rather your dealing with Depression, Anxiety, Anger/ Resentment, Relationship Issues, ect. Together we can work together to find a solution on how to resolve some of life's most challenging obstacles.
Life can be a struggle at times, and can sometimes feel overwhelming. Let me help you work through these obstacles. Rather your dealing with Depression, Anxiety, Anger/ Resentment, Relationship Issues, ect. Together we can work together to find a solution on how to resolve some of life's most challenging obstacles.
Maybe you’ve struggled with infertility and are asking, "Why can’t my body do what it’s supposed to?" Or perhaps you’re pregnant or postpartum and thinking, "I thought this would feel different." You may find yourself wondering why this feels so much harder than you expected—questioning your body, your emotions, or even yourself. You might feel overwhelmed, scared, or disconnected—wondering if something is wrong with you, or if you’re cut out for this. At the same time, you may feel alone in what you’re going through, with a quiet pressure: "I should be enjoying this… so why don’t I?"
Maybe you’ve struggled with infertility and are asking, "Why can’t my body do what it’s supposed to?" Or perhaps you’re pregnant or postpartum and thinking, "I thought this would feel different." You may find yourself wondering why this feels so much harder than you expected—questioning your body, your emotions, or even yourself. You might feel overwhelmed, scared, or disconnected—wondering if something is wrong with you, or if you’re cut out for this. At the same time, you may feel alone in what you’re going through, with a quiet pressure: "I should be enjoying this… so why don’t I?"
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.
Dreme H. McLennan
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT-S, LMFT, RDT, BCT, CCATPCA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Seeking joy is not selfish. It is a revolutionary act. Feeling burnt out, powerless, and unsure of what to do next? I get it. That’s why I work beyond words. Specializing in depression, anxiety, life transitions, chronic illness/disability and neurodivergence for adults and youth 10+, this is aspace for personal growth and healing. We see beyond diagnoses and work with head, heart and body.
Seeking joy is not selfish. It is a revolutionary act. Feeling burnt out, powerless, and unsure of what to do next? I get it. That’s why I work beyond words. Specializing in depression, anxiety, life transitions, chronic illness/disability and neurodivergence for adults and youth 10+, this is aspace for personal growth and healing. We see beyond diagnoses and work with head, heart and body.
Mindfully - Montgomery, OH
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPC, LPCC, LISW, MFT, IMFT
3 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45242
Mindfully is a leading full-service mental health practice in Cincinnati, offering comprehensive services for children, teens, and adults. Our services include individual counseling, couples therapy, family counseling, psychiatry, and Deep TMS for treatment-resistant depression. Mindfully uses specialized, high-quality care personalized to your needs, such as DBT, EMDR, and more. We accept most major insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.
Mindfully is a leading full-service mental health practice in Cincinnati, offering comprehensive services for children, teens, and adults. Our services include individual counseling, couples therapy, family counseling, psychiatry, and Deep TMS for treatment-resistant depression. Mindfully uses specialized, high-quality care personalized to your needs, such as DBT, EMDR, and more. We accept most major insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.
Children lead with play in session to practicing regulation, presence, and attunement.
I connect to foster deep transformative experiences by understanding brains adapt for both functional and dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors. Adaptive survival processes are explored and resolved via EMDR to reduce the impact of past onto the present. Treatment explores brain/body stress response systems to learn to trigger steady not stress. My background in biology and psychology allows valid comprehensive research to guide treatment, using technology such as HRV biofeedback and EEG neurofeedback in addition to psychotherapy. Specialized treatment is offered for neurodivergent folk as I am also a certified Autism ASD clinician.
Children lead with play in session to practicing regulation, presence, and attunement.
I connect to foster deep transformative experiences by understanding brains adapt for both functional and dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors. Adaptive survival processes are explored and resolved via EMDR to reduce the impact of past onto the present. Treatment explores brain/body stress response systems to learn to trigger steady not stress. My background in biology and psychology allows valid comprehensive research to guide treatment, using technology such as HRV biofeedback and EEG neurofeedback in addition to psychotherapy. Specialized treatment is offered for neurodivergent folk as I am also a certified Autism ASD clinician.
I AM NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! I have extensive experience (over 18 years) working with children and adolescents with attention and behavior problems, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum symptoms, social issues, learning and school-related issues, and adjustment problems. I believe collaborating with schools, family members and other treatment providers is an important component of comprehensive treatment. The relationship between a therapist and client is often one of the most important factors in change, so I work hard to put my clients at ease from the first session.
I AM NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! I have extensive experience (over 18 years) working with children and adolescents with attention and behavior problems, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum symptoms, social issues, learning and school-related issues, and adjustment problems. I believe collaborating with schools, family members and other treatment providers is an important component of comprehensive treatment. The relationship between a therapist and client is often one of the most important factors in change, so I work hard to put my clients at ease from the first session.
Faith, a Clinical Counselor with play therapy certification, utilizes diverse methods including talk therapy, art, play, mindfulness, and meditation.
Desiring to live authentically, you seek support to shed what no longer serves you and embrace your true self. With Faith by your side, you'll embark on a journey of self-discovery, collaboratively setting goals and finding personalized paths to achieve them. Whether facing anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges, Faith offers hope and companionship, illuminating your path with compassion and understanding.
Faith, a Clinical Counselor with play therapy certification, utilizes diverse methods including talk therapy, art, play, mindfulness, and meditation.
Desiring to live authentically, you seek support to shed what no longer serves you and embrace your true self. With Faith by your side, you'll embark on a journey of self-discovery, collaboratively setting goals and finding personalized paths to achieve them. Whether facing anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges, Faith offers hope and companionship, illuminating your path with compassion and understanding.
I utilize: cognitive behavior therapy, talk therapy, supportive therapy, family systems theory, love and logic parenting theory, art therapy, play therapy, EMDR, somatic interventions, and dialectical behavior therapy in my work.
I have experience working with clients of all ages. My main areas of interest and experience include: behavior issues, crisis support, ADHD, anger management, mood/personality disorders, grief, communication/relationships, trauma/abuse, self- worth, divorce, mindfulness, and parenting education/support. Prior to private practice, I worked with substance abuse, homelessness, case-management, provided intensive home-community based therapy, engaged in school- based counseling, managed and provided therapy within a partial hospitalization program at an alternative behavior school, and frequented the courts and hospitals.
I utilize: cognitive behavior therapy, talk therapy, supportive therapy, family systems theory, love and logic parenting theory, art therapy, play therapy, EMDR, somatic interventions, and dialectical behavior therapy in my work.
I have experience working with clients of all ages. My main areas of interest and experience include: behavior issues, crisis support, ADHD, anger management, mood/personality disorders, grief, communication/relationships, trauma/abuse, self- worth, divorce, mindfulness, and parenting education/support. Prior to private practice, I worked with substance abuse, homelessness, case-management, provided intensive home-community based therapy, engaged in school- based counseling, managed and provided therapy within a partial hospitalization program at an alternative behavior school, and frequented the courts and hospitals.
Learn2Thrive is a boutique mental health practice located in Cincinnati (Kenwood), OH. We provide therapy, life coaching, and consultation to individuals, couples, families and groups. We offer customized educational presentations and consultations to organizations and groups on a variety of mental health issues. We want to promote emotional well-being in all arenas so that individuals, families, organizations, and communities can learn to thrive.
Learn2Thrive is a boutique mental health practice located in Cincinnati (Kenwood), OH. We provide therapy, life coaching, and consultation to individuals, couples, families and groups. We offer customized educational presentations and consultations to organizations and groups on a variety of mental health issues. We want to promote emotional well-being in all arenas so that individuals, families, organizations, and communities can learn to thrive.
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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.