Play Therapy in Midway, GA
Darsey, Black and Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Midway, GA 31320
Darsey, Black & Associates, LLC is proud to play an active role in our local military community.
At Darsey, Black & Associates we specialize in providing therapy to adults, adolescents, children, couples and families in the Coastal Georgia Area with a variety of mental health problems. Our specialities include anxiety, depressive and co- occurring disorders. We also specialize in treating family/marital conflicts and other relationship issues. We provide services that encourage increased personal happiness and health and satisfying relationships. Our therapists include several Licensed Professional Counselors and Licensed Clinical Social Workers who each specialize in various areas of mental health as well as treatment modalities.
Darsey, Black & Associates, LLC is proud to play an active role in our local military community.
At Darsey, Black & Associates we specialize in providing therapy to adults, adolescents, children, couples and families in the Coastal Georgia Area with a variety of mental health problems. Our specialities include anxiety, depressive and co- occurring disorders. We also specialize in treating family/marital conflicts and other relationship issues. We provide services that encourage increased personal happiness and health and satisfying relationships. Our therapists include several Licensed Professional Counselors and Licensed Clinical Social Workers who each specialize in various areas of mental health as well as treatment modalities.
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Desiree' Jefferson
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
Play for children is not supposed to be rational or structured for adults to understand.
Children are the most imaginative and unique people in the world. But when their needs are not adequately met, their magic hides behind the realities of the world. Because children are constantly growing and developing, they can not process emotions like adults. Thus, play can be used to resolve and process psychosocial difficulties. I specialize in play therapy and therapy for siblings from ages three to twelve. With my education in psychology and training with children, I can help guide your child to the next steps in emotional wellness and achieving optimal growth.
Play for children is not supposed to be rational or structured for adults to understand.
Children are the most imaginative and unique people in the world. But when their needs are not adequately met, their magic hides behind the realities of the world. Because children are constantly growing and developing, they can not process emotions like adults. Thus, play can be used to resolve and process psychosocial difficulties. I specialize in play therapy and therapy for siblings from ages three to twelve. With my education in psychology and training with children, I can help guide your child to the next steps in emotional wellness and achieving optimal growth.
Fraser Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
We believe the healing of mind, body and spirit is best accomplished with the help of caring people. Our mission is to enrich the lives of all who come to us- individuals and families-by providing professional counseling. We strive to inspire healing and hope. Our staff is a team of multi-disciplinary mental health professionals who offer complete and confidential counseling, psychotherapy and education services in mental health, substance abuse and marital and family areas.
We believe the healing of mind, body and spirit is best accomplished with the help of caring people. Our mission is to enrich the lives of all who come to us- individuals and families-by providing professional counseling. We strive to inspire healing and hope. Our staff is a team of multi-disciplinary mental health professionals who offer complete and confidential counseling, psychotherapy and education services in mental health, substance abuse and marital and family areas.
Lupita Guadalupe Gonzalez-Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
I am an experienced counselor dedicated to supporting a therapeutic relationship that encourages resilience, wellness and stability in challenging life experiences. In a compassionate, honest and informal setting. We work together and I help you learn the skills necessary in understanding and navigating a variety of disorders that effect mood, thought, personality, relationships, and behavior.
I am an experienced counselor dedicated to supporting a therapeutic relationship that encourages resilience, wellness and stability in challenging life experiences. In a compassionate, honest and informal setting. We work together and I help you learn the skills necessary in understanding and navigating a variety of disorders that effect mood, thought, personality, relationships, and behavior.
Lori Buchanan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
Hello! My name is Lori Buchanan. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have been a therapist for the past 8 years. I am the owner of Anchored Lotus Counseling. I provide outpatient therapy for children; adolescents; and adults. I have experience working with a wide range of diagnosis and ages. I have worked with the following diagnosis: Depression; Anxiety; Adjustment Disorders; Bipolar; Borderline Personality Disorder; Reactive Attachment Disorder; Oppositional Defiant Disorder; Conduct Disorder; Autism Spectrum Disorder; Substance Abuse; Trauma; and self-esteem/body image issues. I use a humanistic and integrative
Hello! My name is Lori Buchanan. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have been a therapist for the past 8 years. I am the owner of Anchored Lotus Counseling. I provide outpatient therapy for children; adolescents; and adults. I have experience working with a wide range of diagnosis and ages. I have worked with the following diagnosis: Depression; Anxiety; Adjustment Disorders; Bipolar; Borderline Personality Disorder; Reactive Attachment Disorder; Oppositional Defiant Disorder; Conduct Disorder; Autism Spectrum Disorder; Substance Abuse; Trauma; and self-esteem/body image issues. I use a humanistic and integrative
Karen Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, ORDM, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
Navigating life can be challenging…down right difficult with unforeseen obstacles and life-altering events. Finding answers to life's problems can leave you feeling overwhelmed, powerless, and isolated. Active Listening, CBT, DBT, REBT and SBT are interventions I support to assist you identify, explore and resolve the answers you seek in a safe, caring, empathic and nurturing environment. Life is a journey, not a race. Together we can restructure thinking, create balance, reconstruct relationships, improve historical trauma, and build a career/purpose which will enhance your life's journey towards healing, renewal and restoration.
Navigating life can be challenging…down right difficult with unforeseen obstacles and life-altering events. Finding answers to life's problems can leave you feeling overwhelmed, powerless, and isolated. Active Listening, CBT, DBT, REBT and SBT are interventions I support to assist you identify, explore and resolve the answers you seek in a safe, caring, empathic and nurturing environment. Life is a journey, not a race. Together we can restructure thinking, create balance, reconstruct relationships, improve historical trauma, and build a career/purpose which will enhance your life's journey towards healing, renewal and restoration.
Samantha Gosper
BCBA
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
We are a team of Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Registered Behavior Technicians who are passionate about supporting children's behavioral needs and strengthening their family unit. We utilize the principals of Applied Behavior Analysis to increase desired behavior and decrease behaviors interfering with a child's quality of life. Our mission is to provide ethical and neurodiversity affirming care to the children we serve. We strive to preserve the unique strengths and qualities of each child while also providing them with the tools they need for success. We specialize in working with children who have Autism, ADHD, OCD, ODD.
We are a team of Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Registered Behavior Technicians who are passionate about supporting children's behavioral needs and strengthening their family unit. We utilize the principals of Applied Behavior Analysis to increase desired behavior and decrease behaviors interfering with a child's quality of life. Our mission is to provide ethical and neurodiversity affirming care to the children we serve. We strive to preserve the unique strengths and qualities of each child while also providing them with the tools they need for success. We specialize in working with children who have Autism, ADHD, OCD, ODD.
Nicole E Kohl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
Our daily lives are often consumed with stress, struggles, pain and uncertainties leaving us searching for that peace of mind we desperately need and want. During my Social Work career, I have had the privilege to meet and work with many individuals from different walks of life; all searching for the same thing, Peace of Mind. If you are striving to increase your quality of life by searching for a new direction, a different perspective or a new take on life, therapy could be a way for you to achieve your goals, personal growth and obtain a better understanding about your life experiences.
Our daily lives are often consumed with stress, struggles, pain and uncertainties leaving us searching for that peace of mind we desperately need and want. During my Social Work career, I have had the privilege to meet and work with many individuals from different walks of life; all searching for the same thing, Peace of Mind. If you are striving to increase your quality of life by searching for a new direction, a different perspective or a new take on life, therapy could be a way for you to achieve your goals, personal growth and obtain a better understanding about your life experiences.
Catalyst Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, GA 31324 (Online Only)
I have the privilege of working with various populations with various mental problems. Such as MDD, GAD, Bipolar, and PTSD. Using Treatment modalities used are DBT, CBT, Trauma informed therapy, and Christian Prayers of inner healing using Bible scriptures. My services includes family therapy, individual therapy, or group therapy.
I have the privilege of working with various populations with various mental problems. Such as MDD, GAD, Bipolar, and PTSD. Using Treatment modalities used are DBT, CBT, Trauma informed therapy, and Christian Prayers of inner healing using Bible scriptures. My services includes family therapy, individual therapy, or group therapy.
Cornelia Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
Do you need hope, joy, or encouragement? My practice strives to encourage individuals to gain the most out of life. I work with individuals of all ages to focus on their strengthens and improve weakness. I have five years of experience working with people with mental health issues. During those years I have worked with teens, children, families, and couples. In order to benefit individuals I provided behavioral modification service as well as counseling. In the practice the whole person's mind, body, culture, and spirit are focus on. We will work together to achieve the outcome of success.
Do you need hope, joy, or encouragement? My practice strives to encourage individuals to gain the most out of life. I work with individuals of all ages to focus on their strengthens and improve weakness. I have five years of experience working with people with mental health issues. During those years I have worked with teens, children, families, and couples. In order to benefit individuals I provided behavioral modification service as well as counseling. In the practice the whole person's mind, body, culture, and spirit are focus on. We will work together to achieve the outcome of success.
Online Therapists
Lindsay Bottoms
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, RPT-S, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingsland, GA 31548
This includes evidenced based practices in child, adolescent and adult psychotherapy including play therapy, art and sand tray therapy, expressive arts therapy, attachment and family therapy, interpersonal neurobiology and Eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
Whether you are considering therapy for yourself, your child or family taking that first step can be one of the most challenging decisions! I will work collaboratively with you to ensure your therapy goals aligns with the changes you wish to make. Once you begin counseling, we will work together at a comfortable pace to complete these goals. Focusing on individual strengths, building resiliency and coping to master and achieve the challenges you or your family sought to overcome. In the end, you will have worked hard to achieve a happier and healthier new you!
This includes evidenced based practices in child, adolescent and adult psychotherapy including play therapy, art and sand tray therapy, expressive arts therapy, attachment and family therapy, interpersonal neurobiology and Eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
Whether you are considering therapy for yourself, your child or family taking that first step can be one of the most challenging decisions! I will work collaboratively with you to ensure your therapy goals aligns with the changes you wish to make. Once you begin counseling, we will work together at a comfortable pace to complete these goals. Focusing on individual strengths, building resiliency and coping to master and achieve the challenges you or your family sought to overcome. In the end, you will have worked hard to achieve a happier and healthier new you!
Atlantic Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCSW, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Savannah, GA 31405
Atlantic Counseling Services, LLC is proud to play an active role in our local military community.
We provide quality, confidential clinical mental health care to members of Coastal Georgia and are dedicated to providing low-cost, effective services to all members of our community. We have over 70 years of combined experience providing Clinical Mental Health Services to Coastal Georgia.
Atlantic Counseling Services, LLC is proud to play an active role in our local military community.
We provide quality, confidential clinical mental health care to members of Coastal Georgia and are dedicated to providing low-cost, effective services to all members of our community. We have over 70 years of combined experience providing Clinical Mental Health Services to Coastal Georgia.
Cori Williams
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Savannah, GA 31401
I use mindfulness, art and play within my practice to decrease anxiety in the clients I serve.
I have extensive experience treating individuals with anxiety, depression and attachment issues. I am most passionate about advocating for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
I use mindfulness, art and play within my practice to decrease anxiety in the clients I serve.
I have extensive experience treating individuals with anxiety, depression and attachment issues. I am most passionate about advocating for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
Gina N Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Savannah, GA 31404
Currently pursuing (RPT) certification through the Association for Play Therapy.
Let's explore our sense of purpose, hope and peace. Let's work together to address your whole person. Mind, body, spirit and emotional health . Do you want to feel, look and live with life in perspective? Let's explore how you truly relate to yourself, how well you are actually functioning on a day to day basis and best of all how we utilize our energy with others within a social context. Your goals are my goals.. so lets' roll up our sleeves and get to work!
Currently pursuing (RPT) certification through the Association for Play Therapy.
Let's explore our sense of purpose, hope and peace. Let's work together to address your whole person. Mind, body, spirit and emotional health . Do you want to feel, look and live with life in perspective? Let's explore how you truly relate to yourself, how well you are actually functioning on a day to day basis and best of all how we utilize our energy with others within a social context. Your goals are my goals.. so lets' roll up our sleeves and get to work!
Dochney Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Savannah, GA 31401
Our therapists are primarily trained in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment therapy), Existential Therapy, and Play Therapy.
Dochney Counseling is a small group practice with therapists that have worked in a variety of settings (inpatient, in-home, college campus, hospital, private practice) with a diversity of clients varying in age, race, and issues; which we feel has well equipped us to work competently with the majority of populations. Our therapists are well versed in working with individuals suffering with personality disorders (borderline, histrionic, etc.), depression, social anxiety, self image/esteem issues, and gender identity stressors.
Our therapists are primarily trained in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment therapy), Existential Therapy, and Play Therapy.
Dochney Counseling is a small group practice with therapists that have worked in a variety of settings (inpatient, in-home, college campus, hospital, private practice) with a diversity of clients varying in age, race, and issues; which we feel has well equipped us to work competently with the majority of populations. Our therapists are well versed in working with individuals suffering with personality disorders (borderline, histrionic, etc.), depression, social anxiety, self image/esteem issues, and gender identity stressors.
Kimberly Safranek
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
Pooler, GA 31322
I work with children and teens experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and adjustment difficulties as they navigate through life. My therapeutic approach includes Play Therapy, CBT, ABA, Strength-Based, and Mindfulness to address educational, social, behavioral and psychological concerns. Together, we will build a safe, empathetic environment where healing and personal growth can take place.
I work with children and teens experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and adjustment difficulties as they navigate through life. My therapeutic approach includes Play Therapy, CBT, ABA, Strength-Based, and Mindfulness to address educational, social, behavioral and psychological concerns. Together, we will build a safe, empathetic environment where healing and personal growth can take place.
Amanda Baskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Savannah, GA 31401
I apply a variety of therapeutic techniques, such as Play Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychoeducation, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Clients say that I am compassionate, understanding, and easy to talk to. Though I enjoy working with adults, I am particularly passionate about working with children and adolescents. But, I have seen the best treatment for children involves the incorporation of the parents in sessions. I strive to help your child but also to create a healthy relationship between child and parent. I aim to encourage and empower each and every one of my clients to achieve their goals. I advocate for therapy being a collaborative effort between the therapist and client, regardless of the client’s age.
I apply a variety of therapeutic techniques, such as Play Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychoeducation, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Clients say that I am compassionate, understanding, and easy to talk to. Though I enjoy working with adults, I am particularly passionate about working with children and adolescents. But, I have seen the best treatment for children involves the incorporation of the parents in sessions. I strive to help your child but also to create a healthy relationship between child and parent. I aim to encourage and empower each and every one of my clients to achieve their goals. I advocate for therapy being a collaborative effort between the therapist and client, regardless of the client’s age.
Azalea Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, MBA
Verified Verified
Savannah, GA 31419 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Jena Bus, LCSW, LISW-CP, MBA. I work with adults and children ages 4-14. I am play therapy trained and expected to be fully registered in 2024. I am trained in EMDR. I work with children and adults who have ADHD and need help building some executive functioning skills. I am passionate to help individuals heal from their trauma, develop helpful boundaries for themselves, work through life transitions, and develop a better relationship with themselves.
Hello! My name is Jena Bus, LCSW, LISW-CP, MBA. I work with adults and children ages 4-14. I am play therapy trained and expected to be fully registered in 2024. I am trained in EMDR. I work with children and adults who have ADHD and need help building some executive functioning skills. I am passionate to help individuals heal from their trauma, develop helpful boundaries for themselves, work through life transitions, and develop a better relationship with themselves.
Terri Tyson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Statesboro, GA 30458
Some of the interventions I use include: play therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and solution focused therapy.
In the past, I have worked in an agency setting where I work with adults who are diagnosed with Substance Abuse disorders. Through their journey, I have been able to develop an expertise in co-occurring disorders, including but not limited to depression and anxiety. I am now ready to expand my career to include children who may need assistance with mental health disorders, or maybe just feel like they have trouble fitting in.
Some of the interventions I use include: play therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and solution focused therapy.
In the past, I have worked in an agency setting where I work with adults who are diagnosed with Substance Abuse disorders. Through their journey, I have been able to develop an expertise in co-occurring disorders, including but not limited to depression and anxiety. I am now ready to expand my career to include children who may need assistance with mental health disorders, or maybe just feel like they have trouble fitting in.
Little Wing, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCMHCS, CHAIS, CTP
Verified Verified
Savannah, GA 31406
Typical sessions involve skill building, play therapy or animal assisted therapy, when appropriate, and a strong therapeutic supportive relationship.
Reaching out for help for yourself or your children takes courage and openness. It can be scary but gaining insight and appropriate coping skills to better your life is the most important thing you can do for yourself and your family. I specialize in working with children under twelve but also have extensive years of experience working with all ages. I have grown a passion for working with young adults experiencing so many of life’s new challenges and changes, as they transition in college and their new lives after graduation. I believe in building a trusting relationship in a safe non-judgmental environment.
Typical sessions involve skill building, play therapy or animal assisted therapy, when appropriate, and a strong therapeutic supportive relationship.
Reaching out for help for yourself or your children takes courage and openness. It can be scary but gaining insight and appropriate coping skills to better your life is the most important thing you can do for yourself and your family. I specialize in working with children under twelve but also have extensive years of experience working with all ages. I have grown a passion for working with young adults experiencing so many of life’s new challenges and changes, as they transition in college and their new lives after graduation. I believe in building a trusting relationship in a safe non-judgmental environment.
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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.