Play Therapy in 85737
Are you frustrated with your child’s behavior? Are you receiving phone calls from your child’s school? Is your child having difficulty regulating emotions and following directions? Both parents and children become frustrated and their relationship suffers. I use the language of play to connect with children and help them learn to express their needs in a safe manner. I specialize in working with children who have difficulty managing emotions and behavior at home and at school.
Are you frustrated with your child’s behavior? Are you receiving phone calls from your child’s school? Is your child having difficulty regulating emotions and following directions? Both parents and children become frustrated and their relationship suffers. I use the language of play to connect with children and help them learn to express their needs in a safe manner. I specialize in working with children who have difficulty managing emotions and behavior at home and at school.
Does your child have big emotions, anger, worries, or behaviors that you are struggling to understand? Has your child been through something difficult or just isn’t acting like themselves? If your child is expressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, or unexplained difficulties, a play-based model allows a safe environment to explore their feelings and needs affecting healthy functioning. I specialize in using a genuine, non-judgmental, supportive approach to helping children and families develop new ways of thinking and feeling, as well as learning new sets of skills for making choices and having healthier relationships.
Does your child have big emotions, anger, worries, or behaviors that you are struggling to understand? Has your child been through something difficult or just isn’t acting like themselves? If your child is expressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, or unexplained difficulties, a play-based model allows a safe environment to explore their feelings and needs affecting healthy functioning. I specialize in using a genuine, non-judgmental, supportive approach to helping children and families develop new ways of thinking and feeling, as well as learning new sets of skills for making choices and having healthier relationships.
Are you an adult with anxiety or depression, perfectionistic tendencies, or a harsh inner critic? Are you seeking counseling for your teenage girl who is stressed, struggling to fit in, or being bullied? Are you parenting an elementary school-aged child who is hyperactive or tends to drive others crazy? I enjoy working with these populations because I understand them. I engage children in play therapy, teach coping & communication skills, and help explore emotions. With teens, I try to connect with exactly where they're at & partner with them & you as parents. With adults, I use talk therapy and parts works to help you get unstuck.
Are you an adult with anxiety or depression, perfectionistic tendencies, or a harsh inner critic? Are you seeking counseling for your teenage girl who is stressed, struggling to fit in, or being bullied? Are you parenting an elementary school-aged child who is hyperactive or tends to drive others crazy? I enjoy working with these populations because I understand them. I engage children in play therapy, teach coping & communication skills, and help explore emotions. With teens, I try to connect with exactly where they're at & partner with them & you as parents. With adults, I use talk therapy and parts works to help you get unstuck.
Sari Emami
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oro Valley, AZ 85737
I am a registered play therapist and also certified in EMDR.
I work with children, adolescents, and young adults. I believe that the therapeutic process is fostered by building a trusting and empathetic relationship. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgemental space to explore and process ones experiences. Many children and teens struggle with a variety of emotional challenges. Therapy can help them to explore the different areas of their lives and learn skills that they can use to feel better about themselves and their situation.
I am a registered play therapist and also certified in EMDR.
I work with children, adolescents, and young adults. I believe that the therapeutic process is fostered by building a trusting and empathetic relationship. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgemental space to explore and process ones experiences. Many children and teens struggle with a variety of emotional challenges. Therapy can help them to explore the different areas of their lives and learn skills that they can use to feel better about themselves and their situation.
Priscilla W. Reynolds, LCSW, PLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PLC
Verified Verified
Oro Valley, AZ 85737
I practice from a positive client-centered focus. I treat relationship and communication issues. Issues with depression and anxiety. Women's issues along with any trauma issues. I work with adolescents, children and families. I also accept a sliding fee scale for those with no insurance or for those who do not want to use their insurance.
I practice from a positive client-centered focus. I treat relationship and communication issues. Issues with depression and anxiety. Women's issues along with any trauma issues. I work with adolescents, children and families. I also accept a sliding fee scale for those with no insurance or for those who do not want to use their insurance.
My passion is helping people connect in healthy ways, healing wounds that prevent us from living full lives and becoming our whole selves. Childhood abuse, attachment struggles, codependency, and dysfunctional family systems can leave us hurt and guarded, but we can overcome these wounds. We can find love within ourselves, we can connect in healthy ways, and this is something we deserve in our lives. My hope is for you to live a beautiful life, accepting yourself, allowing yourself to be loved. I believe I have tools to assist you in this journey and would be honored to be your guide.
My passion is helping people connect in healthy ways, healing wounds that prevent us from living full lives and becoming our whole selves. Childhood abuse, attachment struggles, codependency, and dysfunctional family systems can leave us hurt and guarded, but we can overcome these wounds. We can find love within ourselves, we can connect in healthy ways, and this is something we deserve in our lives. My hope is for you to live a beautiful life, accepting yourself, allowing yourself to be loved. I believe I have tools to assist you in this journey and would be honored to be your guide.
Engaging in therapy can feel like a big step. It doesn't have to be stressful though. It's important to remember that we all need support sometimes. I strive to meet all needs for clients, dedicating time and attention to ensure a sense of safety and belonging. I'll meet you/your child where you're at and identify goals for successful treatment. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, teens and young adults between the ages of 7-26, struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger management, ADHD, social skills, self-esteem and more. Plus, I do a ton of parent coaching! We're in this together.
Engaging in therapy can feel like a big step. It doesn't have to be stressful though. It's important to remember that we all need support sometimes. I strive to meet all needs for clients, dedicating time and attention to ensure a sense of safety and belonging. I'll meet you/your child where you're at and identify goals for successful treatment. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, teens and young adults between the ages of 7-26, struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger management, ADHD, social skills, self-esteem and more. Plus, I do a ton of parent coaching! We're in this together.
Tabitha Intschert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PYT, PLLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oro Valley, AZ 85737
Would you like to... Feel more centered? Sleep better? Make decisions more easily? Create a more fulfilling relationship with yourself and others? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Professional Yoga Therapist. I am a holistic psychotherapist here to help you find contentment in painful moments and heal emotional wounds keeping you from living joyfully. Together, we will utilize mindfulness practices to focus on internal thoughts, feelings, and experiences. This will allow you to better manage your feelings, make better choices, think fewer negative thoughts, communicate more easily, and react to stress more mindfully.
Would you like to... Feel more centered? Sleep better? Make decisions more easily? Create a more fulfilling relationship with yourself and others? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Professional Yoga Therapist. I am a holistic psychotherapist here to help you find contentment in painful moments and heal emotional wounds keeping you from living joyfully. Together, we will utilize mindfulness practices to focus on internal thoughts, feelings, and experiences. This will allow you to better manage your feelings, make better choices, think fewer negative thoughts, communicate more easily, and react to stress more mindfully.
Oralia Anda
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oro Valley, AZ 85737 (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is grounded in person-centered theory, which recognizes that at our core we are all good people who are just trying to “make sense” of our complicated lives. I genuinely believe that every person is born with an inner strength and resilience to help them live their best life by being their true self. As your therapist, I can help you to identify and embrace your strengths and help you through the challenges in your life. My top priority is to build a therapeutic relationship rooted in trust, honesty and compassion. I create a safe, positive, uplifting and nurturing environment to help clients feel empowered.
My approach to therapy is grounded in person-centered theory, which recognizes that at our core we are all good people who are just trying to “make sense” of our complicated lives. I genuinely believe that every person is born with an inner strength and resilience to help them live their best life by being their true self. As your therapist, I can help you to identify and embrace your strengths and help you through the challenges in your life. My top priority is to build a therapeutic relationship rooted in trust, honesty and compassion. I create a safe, positive, uplifting and nurturing environment to help clients feel empowered.
Cultivating Health (Nandi Rogers)
Counselor, LAC, CTP
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85737 (Online Only)
Nandi is passionate about the connection between the mind, body, and energy derived from the environment, all factors that may impact an individuals mood, relationships, and level of functioning. She is a bilingual and Certified Trauma Professional (CTP), that has worked in a variety of settings over the past decade, including non-profit organizations, hospitals, schools, and correctional facilities. Additionally, Nandi has conducted research with her colleagues to improve access to mental health services and prevent depression in underserved populations.
Nandi is passionate about the connection between the mind, body, and energy derived from the environment, all factors that may impact an individuals mood, relationships, and level of functioning. She is a bilingual and Certified Trauma Professional (CTP), that has worked in a variety of settings over the past decade, including non-profit organizations, hospitals, schools, and correctional facilities. Additionally, Nandi has conducted research with her colleagues to improve access to mental health services and prevent depression in underserved populations.
Is your child or teen feeling stressed, anxious, and/or depressed? Does he/she need ways to cope with difficult thoughts, strong emotions, a life transition, and/or stressful social situations? Does he/she want to learn not only how to cope, but how to thrive? Or are you a young adult (18-25 years old) struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you need support as you work toward building a rich, meaningful life? Would you like help processing traumatic experiences? Expressive arts therapy and body-oriented therapy are especially useful when "words are not enough".
Is your child or teen feeling stressed, anxious, and/or depressed? Does he/she need ways to cope with difficult thoughts, strong emotions, a life transition, and/or stressful social situations? Does he/she want to learn not only how to cope, but how to thrive? Or are you a young adult (18-25 years old) struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you need support as you work toward building a rich, meaningful life? Would you like help processing traumatic experiences? Expressive arts therapy and body-oriented therapy are especially useful when "words are not enough".
Jessica Shaw
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oro Valley, AZ 85737
Not accepting new clients
As a Marriage & Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples, families & children affected by a wide variety of concerns. These include depression, anxiety, chronic stress, relationship issues, communication struggles, grief/loss, & trauma. Additional areas of need specific to children include: Parent-child relationship/attachment concerns, behavioral issues, developmental delays & adjustment to life changes (e.g. divorce, relocation). When working with children, I utilize a play based approach to provide a safe environment where they can process their feelings & experiences in a developmentally appropriate way.
As a Marriage & Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples, families & children affected by a wide variety of concerns. These include depression, anxiety, chronic stress, relationship issues, communication struggles, grief/loss, & trauma. Additional areas of need specific to children include: Parent-child relationship/attachment concerns, behavioral issues, developmental delays & adjustment to life changes (e.g. divorce, relocation). When working with children, I utilize a play based approach to provide a safe environment where they can process their feelings & experiences in a developmentally appropriate way.
Jessica Flayer
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Oro Valley, AZ 85737
Not accepting new clients
I believe it is helpful to have a safe place where you feel heard and supported. My aim is to assist you in identifying your strengths to improve your relationship with yourself and others. I believe your needs are unique which is why I use an integrative approach when working with individuals. I provide strength-based interventions to assist you in uncovering your own resilience to manage challenges as well as to grow and improve your overall quality of life.
I believe it is helpful to have a safe place where you feel heard and supported. My aim is to assist you in identifying your strengths to improve your relationship with yourself and others. I believe your needs are unique which is why I use an integrative approach when working with individuals. I provide strength-based interventions to assist you in uncovering your own resilience to manage challenges as well as to grow and improve your overall quality of life.
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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.