Play Therapy in O Fallon, IL
Sheri Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LCPC
Verified Verified
O Fallon, IL 62269
I am a Certified Trainer in the Nurtured Heart Approach, trained in Play Therapy, and also have a credential in Sports Psychology.
I believe we all possess more power than we give ourselves credit for when it comes to healing and finding our inner peace. My focus tends to be geared toward helping people find their strengths and see what they CAN do and what they are capable of verses looking at themselves as having "issues" or "problems" that hinder them from being where they want to be.
I am a Certified Trainer in the Nurtured Heart Approach, trained in Play Therapy, and also have a credential in Sports Psychology.
I believe we all possess more power than we give ourselves credit for when it comes to healing and finding our inner peace. My focus tends to be geared toward helping people find their strengths and see what they CAN do and what they are capable of verses looking at themselves as having "issues" or "problems" that hinder them from being where they want to be.
Renewing Minds Therapy, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
O Fallon, IL 62269
Do you have a history of trauma or abuse, anxiety or depression? Are you struggling to live out life in your family that you know that God has for you? We strongly believe that God has a "good, pleasing, and perfect will" (Romans 12:2) for your life. We believe that God has called us to "be continually renewed in the spirit of your mind" (Ephesians 4:23), and at Renewing Minds Therapy, we would be honored to walk with you on your journey of freedom, healing, and wholeness from a Christian counseling worldview.
Do you have a history of trauma or abuse, anxiety or depression? Are you struggling to live out life in your family that you know that God has for you? We strongly believe that God has a "good, pleasing, and perfect will" (Romans 12:2) for your life. We believe that God has called us to "be continually renewed in the spirit of your mind" (Ephesians 4:23), and at Renewing Minds Therapy, we would be honored to walk with you on your journey of freedom, healing, and wholeness from a Christian counseling worldview.
James Carroll
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, RPT-S, ACS
Verified Verified
O Fallon, IL 62269
You or your child may be having difficulty at work, school, home, with friends, or with family members and you are not sure what to do about it! These difficulties may include difficulty managing emotions, worrying about things, problems with attention, and/or getting along and connecting with other people. You may feel that you have tried everything to help yourself and/or your child and nothing seems to work. There is a ton of information available-friends, social media, etc. All this information can be conflicting and make things even more overwhelming. You don't have to do this alone. Therapy can help you or your child!
You or your child may be having difficulty at work, school, home, with friends, or with family members and you are not sure what to do about it! These difficulties may include difficulty managing emotions, worrying about things, problems with attention, and/or getting along and connecting with other people. You may feel that you have tried everything to help yourself and/or your child and nothing seems to work. There is a ton of information available-friends, social media, etc. All this information can be conflicting and make things even more overwhelming. You don't have to do this alone. Therapy can help you or your child!
Mindy Harms-Coleman
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
O Fallon, IL 62269
Do you often feel alone, like no one understands you or 'gets' you? Do you struggle with healthy, meaningful relationships? Do you feel like something "isn't quite right" or is missing in your life? Have you tried therapy before and it didn't work out? For every client that walks through my door I help feel less alone and ease emotional burdens. I help you navigate the most difficult hardships in your life by providing a safe and supportive healing space. I help you establish healthy, fulfilling and meaningful relationships, starting with YOU. I look forward to meeting you and walking this healing journey together!
Do you often feel alone, like no one understands you or 'gets' you? Do you struggle with healthy, meaningful relationships? Do you feel like something "isn't quite right" or is missing in your life? Have you tried therapy before and it didn't work out? For every client that walks through my door I help feel less alone and ease emotional burdens. I help you navigate the most difficult hardships in your life by providing a safe and supportive healing space. I help you establish healthy, fulfilling and meaningful relationships, starting with YOU. I look forward to meeting you and walking this healing journey together!
Casey Biancur
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CWP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
O Fallon, IL 62269
Are you looking for a judgement-free, compassionate therapist to partner with through the therapeutic process? I offer a safe and supportive environment where we can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain insight into behaviors and improve your overall well-being. My theoretical orientation is individualized, with a foundation of client-centeredness and strength-based psychology. I am committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates diversity in all its forms.
Are you looking for a judgement-free, compassionate therapist to partner with through the therapeutic process? I offer a safe and supportive environment where we can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain insight into behaviors and improve your overall well-being. My theoretical orientation is individualized, with a foundation of client-centeredness and strength-based psychology. I am committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates diversity in all its forms.
Felicia K Ewing
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, CCMHC, LCPC, LSOTP, LSOE
Verified Verified
O Fallon, IL 62269
The path to healing after a trauma is unique to each individual. I believe in helping you discover the best path for you. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor within a private practice setting. I graduated in 2018 from Wake Forest University with a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Since then, I have had the opportunity to serve a diverse range of clients in community and private practice settings. I have provided individual, family and group therapy to adults and children. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma in their life to include children, adolescents, and veterans.
The path to healing after a trauma is unique to each individual. I believe in helping you discover the best path for you. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor within a private practice setting. I graduated in 2018 from Wake Forest University with a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Since then, I have had the opportunity to serve a diverse range of clients in community and private practice settings. I have provided individual, family and group therapy to adults and children. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma in their life to include children, adolescents, and veterans.
Christine E. Benton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
O Fallon, IL 62269
Life can sometimes get pretty messy. This is why whenever you find yourself in emotional pain and hurt –there is hope. Life is difficult and we are not meant to go through this journey alone.
Life can sometimes get pretty messy. This is why whenever you find yourself in emotional pain and hurt –there is hope. Life is difficult and we are not meant to go through this journey alone.
Ashley Meints
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
O Fallon, IL 62269
"Think about what you can do right now, not what you had wish you would have done before." I am passionate about helping people overcome whatever obstacle that keeps them from living their life to the fullest. Throughout life we all experience difficulties that lead to us feeling alone, overwhelmed, and defeated. Despite our best efforts sometimes overcoming those life circumstances by ourselves can be unsuccessful. My desire is to come alongside you and help you overcome those difficult life circumstances in a safe and supporting environment to get you back to living your best life.
"Think about what you can do right now, not what you had wish you would have done before." I am passionate about helping people overcome whatever obstacle that keeps them from living their life to the fullest. Throughout life we all experience difficulties that lead to us feeling alone, overwhelmed, and defeated. Despite our best efforts sometimes overcoming those life circumstances by ourselves can be unsuccessful. My desire is to come alongside you and help you overcome those difficult life circumstances in a safe and supporting environment to get you back to living your best life.
Ella M Duncan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, BCD, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
O Fallon, IL 62269
Not accepting new clients
Play is the primary language of children and has been shown to be more effective than talk therapy for young children.
I specialize in healthy couples, child, and family relationships; separation/divorce; parenting/behavioral issues; anxiety and depression; and trauma/PTSD. I am a Registered Play Therapist with a fully-equipped play therapy room. I also have extensive Sandtray therapy training which I utilize with school-age children, teens, adults, and families. Additionally, I have 27 years of experience working with military members, retirees, and their families. My approach is collaborative, client-centered, strengths-oriented, and solution-focused as I strive to assist you in making the journey toward achieving your goals to improve your life, marriage, and/or family.
Play is the primary language of children and has been shown to be more effective than talk therapy for young children.
I specialize in healthy couples, child, and family relationships; separation/divorce; parenting/behavioral issues; anxiety and depression; and trauma/PTSD. I am a Registered Play Therapist with a fully-equipped play therapy room. I also have extensive Sandtray therapy training which I utilize with school-age children, teens, adults, and families. Additionally, I have 27 years of experience working with military members, retirees, and their families. My approach is collaborative, client-centered, strengths-oriented, and solution-focused as I strive to assist you in making the journey toward achieving your goals to improve your life, marriage, and/or family.
Jessica Crunkleton
Counselor, LMFT, LCPC, LPC, CADAC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
O Fallon, IL 62269
Not accepting new clients
My mission is to provide clients of all ages with a safe, nonjudgmental space where they can truly feel heard, respected, & empowered. I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, Certified EMDR Therapist, & Sandtray Therapist. I treat a variety of issues. I believe clients want a therapist who is genuine, compassionate, trustworthy, smart, & funny. They want a therapist who cares about them, wants to hear their story, supports them through the "hard" stuff, teaches them tools to solve problems on their own, celebrates their wins, & helps with accountablity when needed. If this sounds like you, let's talk.
My mission is to provide clients of all ages with a safe, nonjudgmental space where they can truly feel heard, respected, & empowered. I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, Certified EMDR Therapist, & Sandtray Therapist. I treat a variety of issues. I believe clients want a therapist who is genuine, compassionate, trustworthy, smart, & funny. They want a therapist who cares about them, wants to hear their story, supports them through the "hard" stuff, teaches them tools to solve problems on their own, celebrates their wins, & helps with accountablity when needed. If this sounds like you, let's talk.
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Eve Kuckuck
Counselor, MA, LCPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Troy, IL 62294
As an art therapist, I will help your child express themselves through art and play.
Worried about your child or teen? Grieving the loss of a loved one? Dealing with infertility? I have 20 years experience in working with families and women struggling in these areas. Parenting doesn't come with a roadmap. It's so easy to feel overwhelmed with all the conflicting advice we get. I help families navigate their way through life's twists and turns using realistic, proven and common-sense solutions (and a little humor and fun).
As an art therapist, I will help your child express themselves through art and play.
Worried about your child or teen? Grieving the loss of a loved one? Dealing with infertility? I have 20 years experience in working with families and women struggling in these areas. Parenting doesn't come with a roadmap. It's so easy to feel overwhelmed with all the conflicting advice we get. I help families navigate their way through life's twists and turns using realistic, proven and common-sense solutions (and a little humor and fun).
Dominique Begnaud
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-MO, LCPC-IL, ATR, NCC
Verified Verified
Collinsville, IL 62234
Waitlist for new clients
Art, play, and gardening therapy use a variety of techniques.
Life is challenging. So many ebbs and flows. I recognize that and would love to help you on your journey. We can all use a little support from time to time. Relationships can be difficult to manage. Setting (and keeping) boundaries at home, at work, or within relationships is hard work. If you or your child are looking for support with issues such as anxiety, depression, bullying, domestic violence, abuse or trauma, I'd love to help. I use creative therapy techniques in-person and via tele-health to support you or your child.
Art, play, and gardening therapy use a variety of techniques.
Life is challenging. So many ebbs and flows. I recognize that and would love to help you on your journey. We can all use a little support from time to time. Relationships can be difficult to manage. Setting (and keeping) boundaries at home, at work, or within relationships is hard work. If you or your child are looking for support with issues such as anxiety, depression, bullying, domestic violence, abuse or trauma, I'd love to help. I use creative therapy techniques in-person and via tele-health to support you or your child.
Carla Lybarger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Collinsville, IL 62234
Family Affirmation: Families play a crucial role in our lives, and I am dedicated to fostering healthy communication, understanding, and affirmation within.
Hello, I'm Carla, and I’m passionate about supporting individuals, families, and children through their unique journeys towards healing and growth. With years of experience in the field, I specialize in helping those who have encountered church trauma, individuals navigating ADHD, and families seeking affirmation and support. My Approach: I believe in creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences freely. My therapeutic approach is collaborative and client-centered, tailored to your specific needs and goals.
Family Affirmation: Families play a crucial role in our lives, and I am dedicated to fostering healthy communication, understanding, and affirmation within.
Hello, I'm Carla, and I’m passionate about supporting individuals, families, and children through their unique journeys towards healing and growth. With years of experience in the field, I specialize in helping those who have encountered church trauma, individuals navigating ADHD, and families seeking affirmation and support. My Approach: I believe in creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences freely. My therapeutic approach is collaborative and client-centered, tailored to your specific needs and goals.
Kathleen J Wallace
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, RPT
Verified Verified
Collinsville, IL 62234
I have been coming alongside individuals and families to provide understanding and motivation. I believe we are capable of finding peace emotionally and spiritually. I like using nature and activities in counseling along with art to help process our stories. We use metaphors in adventure therapy and interactive games in play therapy to grow in new ways. I have experience also as a coach, teacher, and youth leader. We have raised 2 children and had a foster son. I supervise Cathy who is a PLPC/CIT2 and enjoys working with women/teens. We all are skilled in interpersonal process therapy.
I have been coming alongside individuals and families to provide understanding and motivation. I believe we are capable of finding peace emotionally and spiritually. I like using nature and activities in counseling along with art to help process our stories. We use metaphors in adventure therapy and interactive games in play therapy to grow in new ways. I have experience also as a coach, teacher, and youth leader. We have raised 2 children and had a foster son. I supervise Cathy who is a PLPC/CIT2 and enjoys working with women/teens. We all are skilled in interpersonal process therapy.
PEMS Balance Madison Counseling and Life Coaching
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, RMT, NLPLC, ORDM
Verified Verified
Belleville, IL 62226 (Online Only)
PEMS provides holistic collaborative spiritual counseling, health coaching, and mental health coaching to clients using evidence-based practices that strengthen physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual wellness creating holistic balance in their lives. I believe in positive self-awareness and that as a person thinks they become so I educate clients on the ancient science of "know thyself. " PEMS holistic approach uses meditation, affirmations, evidence-based practices, and energy healing tools and techniques. I work with the military population, individuals, groups, couples, children, adults and elderly on lifes transitions.
PEMS provides holistic collaborative spiritual counseling, health coaching, and mental health coaching to clients using evidence-based practices that strengthen physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual wellness creating holistic balance in their lives. I believe in positive self-awareness and that as a person thinks they become so I educate clients on the ancient science of "know thyself. " PEMS holistic approach uses meditation, affirmations, evidence-based practices, and energy healing tools and techniques. I work with the military population, individuals, groups, couples, children, adults and elderly on lifes transitions.
Rachel Coleman
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
My ideal client may struggle with anxiety, depression, shame, low self-esteem, identity exploration/definition, grief/loss, spirituality, and relationship or family issues. Their goal is to develop self-awareness and coping strategies, in addition to improving self-worth and relationships with others. Regardless of their struggles, my ideal client is curious, open-minded, willing to engage in self-reflection, has a genuine desire for personal growth, and recognizes the benefits of humor in healing.
My ideal client may struggle with anxiety, depression, shame, low self-esteem, identity exploration/definition, grief/loss, spirituality, and relationship or family issues. Their goal is to develop self-awareness and coping strategies, in addition to improving self-worth and relationships with others. Regardless of their struggles, my ideal client is curious, open-minded, willing to engage in self-reflection, has a genuine desire for personal growth, and recognizes the benefits of humor in healing.
Kendra Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swansea, IL 62226
Kendra is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois and Missouri. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in social work. Kendra is an EMDR trained therapist; she is also trained in CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy. She has experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, and many more. Some of her other specialties include those dealing with suicidal ideations, grief and loss, and anger.
Kendra is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois and Missouri. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in social work. Kendra is an EMDR trained therapist; she is also trained in CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy. She has experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, and many more. Some of her other specialties include those dealing with suicidal ideations, grief and loss, and anger.
Morgan Parker
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Troy, IL 62294 (Online Only)
My ideal client would be someone who is struggling to manage anxiety and depression, someone who is struggling with low self-esteem, and who is struggling with life changes and stress management. My ideal client would need a counselor who is going to provide them with coping skills to manage their symptoms and a counselor who is going to give them multiple options to see what works for them. My ideal client would want a counselor who is honest, trustworthy, and transparent.
My ideal client would be someone who is struggling to manage anxiety and depression, someone who is struggling with low self-esteem, and who is struggling with life changes and stress management. My ideal client would need a counselor who is going to provide them with coping skills to manage their symptoms and a counselor who is going to give them multiple options to see what works for them. My ideal client would want a counselor who is honest, trustworthy, and transparent.
Metro East Counseling Maryville
Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belleville, IL 62226
Metro East Counseling has expanded services to Maryville, IL. Here you will find licensed and experienced professionals, providing services in a confidential environment. We offer flexible appointment times available days, evenings, and weekends. We look forward to connecting with clients and supporting them alongside their mental health journey.
Metro East Counseling has expanded services to Maryville, IL. Here you will find licensed and experienced professionals, providing services in a confidential environment. We offer flexible appointment times available days, evenings, and weekends. We look forward to connecting with clients and supporting them alongside their mental health journey.
The Community Reach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, LPC, PLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belleville, IL 62226
We are a group of clinicians with mental health practitioners with a wealth of experience and knowledge in field. Our professionals are dedicated to supporting clients on their journey to wellness. Our areas of treatment include: trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, life transitions, and more. Our services are client centered. We also provide therapy for individuals with limited financial resources through the sliding scale program. We offer free parenting, grief, postpartum, and social skills (Pre K-5th grade) groups
We are a group of clinicians with mental health practitioners with a wealth of experience and knowledge in field. Our professionals are dedicated to supporting clients on their journey to wellness. Our areas of treatment include: trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, life transitions, and more. Our services are client centered. We also provide therapy for individuals with limited financial resources through the sliding scale program. We offer free parenting, grief, postpartum, and social skills (Pre K-5th grade) groups
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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.