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Maurer Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brownsburg, IN 46112 (Online Only)
I also can provide play therapy techniques for children and teens.
I am so happy to see you here taking steps towards your emotional wellbeing. You certainly deserve it! My passion is to help those who are experiencing challenges in their day to day life by providing them with unconditional support. I take a relational focused approach to therapy services. I believe the authentic relationship between the client and therapist is a significant part of therapy services. It is my goal to provide a non judgmental and safe space that creates a comfortable therapy environment for my clients.
I also can provide play therapy techniques for children and teens.
I am so happy to see you here taking steps towards your emotional wellbeing. You certainly deserve it! My passion is to help those who are experiencing challenges in their day to day life by providing them with unconditional support. I take a relational focused approach to therapy services. I believe the authentic relationship between the client and therapist is a significant part of therapy services. It is my goal to provide a non judgmental and safe space that creates a comfortable therapy environment for my clients.
Stephanie S Manning
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Brownsburg, IN 46112
Because of this I use “child-centered, non-directive” Play Therapy and Sand Tray Therapy.
I have never met a person who loves hard times. We want laughter, peace, safety and good memories. The truth is...the majority of life is really HARD! Relationships and parenting are even HARDER! Having challenges with your children? Don’t give up! Having challenges in their school? Don’t give up! Having challenges connecting with your child? Don’t give up! Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is pick up the phone and reach out for help.
Because of this I use “child-centered, non-directive” Play Therapy and Sand Tray Therapy.
I have never met a person who loves hard times. We want laughter, peace, safety and good memories. The truth is...the majority of life is really HARD! Relationships and parenting are even HARDER! Having challenges with your children? Don’t give up! Having challenges in their school? Don’t give up! Having challenges connecting with your child? Don’t give up! Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is pick up the phone and reach out for help.
Bethany Irvine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brownsburg, IN 46112
I offer a strengths based, person centered approach to in-office counseling, incorporating play and therapeutic techniques that can make sessions enjoyable.
Has there been a recent change in your child's behavior or emotions? Has your family experienced an increase in stress and you are needing support with adjusting? Parenting is hard and parenting a child with behavioral or emotional needs is exceptionally challenging.
I offer a strengths based, person centered approach to in-office counseling, incorporating play and therapeutic techniques that can make sessions enjoyable.
Has there been a recent change in your child's behavior or emotions? Has your family experienced an increase in stress and you are needing support with adjusting? Parenting is hard and parenting a child with behavioral or emotional needs is exceptionally challenging.
Aimee Dershowitz
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46278
I utilize a combination of play therapy, behavioral interventions, and talk therapy.
In my practice I see clients of all ages with a wide variety of concerns. I practice from a person-centered approach, which means that your goals are my goals and we will work on them together. I offer individual and family psychotherapy as well as psychological testing. Within this practice I want to help you or your child make positive changes in life to reduce struggle. I create a warm, nonjudgmental environment that allows you to have the space to explore various solutions and find what works best for you. Clients who work with me see functional improvements and behavioral changes in their lives.
I utilize a combination of play therapy, behavioral interventions, and talk therapy.
In my practice I see clients of all ages with a wide variety of concerns. I practice from a person-centered approach, which means that your goals are my goals and we will work on them together. I offer individual and family psychotherapy as well as psychological testing. Within this practice I want to help you or your child make positive changes in life to reduce struggle. I create a warm, nonjudgmental environment that allows you to have the space to explore various solutions and find what works best for you. Clients who work with me see functional improvements and behavioral changes in their lives.
Kara Gogolew
Counselor, MS Ed, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Brownsburg, IN 46112
We often live in a world that is going top speed and it can be challenging for our brains to catch up. Through solution focused and personalized therapy techniques, I'm here to help you sort through whatever life throws your way! I specialize in building advocacy skills, confidence, parenting techniques, coping skills for anxiety, and supporting in conflict resolution across all ages.
We often live in a world that is going top speed and it can be challenging for our brains to catch up. Through solution focused and personalized therapy techniques, I'm here to help you sort through whatever life throws your way! I specialize in building advocacy skills, confidence, parenting techniques, coping skills for anxiety, and supporting in conflict resolution across all ages.
Andrea Aichele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46234 (Online Only)
Specializing in working with kids, perinatal mental health, trauma, and grief- meet Andrea Aichele, a compassionate and dedicated virtual therapist on the Thrive for Life team, currently accepting new clients in Indiana & Florida. With a client-centered and evidence-based approach, Andrea fosters a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking personal growth and healing. Andrea utilizes her extensive experience to guide clients towards achieving their unique therapeutic goals. As a skilled and empathetic counselor, Andrea is committed to empowering individuals on their journey to emotional well-being.
Specializing in working with kids, perinatal mental health, trauma, and grief- meet Andrea Aichele, a compassionate and dedicated virtual therapist on the Thrive for Life team, currently accepting new clients in Indiana & Florida. With a client-centered and evidence-based approach, Andrea fosters a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking personal growth and healing. Andrea utilizes her extensive experience to guide clients towards achieving their unique therapeutic goals. As a skilled and empathetic counselor, Andrea is committed to empowering individuals on their journey to emotional well-being.
Renee Heldman
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Avon, IN 46123
My ideal client would be someone who is geared towards helping themselves and needing guidance on how to do so. Someone who has a grasp on the importance of the client putting in the work to truly help heal themselves but needing assistance ensuring they are doing things in a healthy and emotionally intelligent fashion. Talk therapy is very important for clients who even just want to come and vent, which I believe helps the mind unclutter.
My ideal client would be someone who is geared towards helping themselves and needing guidance on how to do so. Someone who has a grasp on the importance of the client putting in the work to truly help heal themselves but needing assistance ensuring they are doing things in a healthy and emotionally intelligent fashion. Talk therapy is very important for clients who even just want to come and vent, which I believe helps the mind unclutter.
Harper Rose Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSAYC
Verified Verified
Brownsburg, IN 46112
We have a great team of therapist. I truly love my job. I will laugh with you, challenge you, and support you. I enjoy being part of the process of change. I want to help you explore, heal, and grow. I have been serving individuals, children and families for 19 years. Allow Harper Counseling to help you find your joy, light, and strength so you can lead a happier and healthier life. I am EMDR Certified, and also Certified Sexual Abuse Youth Counselor (CSAYC). I have completed all required trainings for Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT). I look forward to serving you.
We have a great team of therapist. I truly love my job. I will laugh with you, challenge you, and support you. I enjoy being part of the process of change. I want to help you explore, heal, and grow. I have been serving individuals, children and families for 19 years. Allow Harper Counseling to help you find your joy, light, and strength so you can lead a happier and healthier life. I am EMDR Certified, and also Certified Sexual Abuse Youth Counselor (CSAYC). I have completed all required trainings for Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT). I look forward to serving you.
Bloom Counseling Services
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Avon, IN 46123
Are you the parent or guardian of a child, adolescent, or teen struggling to cope? Perhaps your child has experienced trauma, perhaps your family is going through a divorce or death, perhaps you have concerns about suicide or self-injury. Maybe you can just feel it in your gut that something is wrong. You worry that their struggle will escalate but it's been hard to connect with them lately and you feel unsure about the best way to help. You want the best for your child and know that finding them professional support is your best bet at helping them—and you! —navigate this struggle.
Are you the parent or guardian of a child, adolescent, or teen struggling to cope? Perhaps your child has experienced trauma, perhaps your family is going through a divorce or death, perhaps you have concerns about suicide or self-injury. Maybe you can just feel it in your gut that something is wrong. You worry that their struggle will escalate but it's been hard to connect with them lately and you feel unsure about the best way to help. You want the best for your child and know that finding them professional support is your best bet at helping them—and you! —navigate this struggle.
William A Bauzo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brownsburg, IN 46112
I enjoy working with persons from all different walks of life. I work with individual, couples, families, and children, but particularly feel a passion to work with persons who are struggling with new transitions in their life such as grief, trauma, divorce, and relationship conflicts. I have worked in community mental health with individuals, couples, children and families with various diagnosis such as ADHD, ODD, trauma, depression, anxiety, conduct issues, and school based related issues. I also enjoy diving into theological conversations leading to liberation, strengthening one's faith, and helping integrate faith, spirituality, and relational health for those interested.
I enjoy working with persons from all different walks of life. I work with individual, couples, families, and children, but particularly feel a passion to work with persons who are struggling with new transitions in their life such as grief, trauma, divorce, and relationship conflicts. I have worked in community mental health with individuals, couples, children and families with various diagnosis such as ADHD, ODD, trauma, depression, anxiety, conduct issues, and school based related issues. I also enjoy diving into theological conversations leading to liberation, strengthening one's faith, and helping integrate faith, spirituality, and relational health for those interested.
Luke Hatton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Brownsburg, IN 46112
The Willow Center is a DMHA-certified and CARF-accredited outpatient substance use treatment and mental health counseling center. It is our privilege to offer our clients a uniquely better experience, individually designed to ensure a future of good health, happiness, and positive life-change that brings pride and joy to them and to their families. We stand proudly with our clients in their journeys of wellness and recovery. Difficulty in the face of thoughts and emotions is common, but something to remember is that all these things are adaptive and can be compensated for or re-adapted to meet your needs!
The Willow Center is a DMHA-certified and CARF-accredited outpatient substance use treatment and mental health counseling center. It is our privilege to offer our clients a uniquely better experience, individually designed to ensure a future of good health, happiness, and positive life-change that brings pride and joy to them and to their families. We stand proudly with our clients in their journeys of wellness and recovery. Difficulty in the face of thoughts and emotions is common, but something to remember is that all these things are adaptive and can be compensated for or re-adapted to meet your needs!
Kate Tucker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Avon, IN 46123
My decision to become a therapist is rooted in my lifelong desire to help children develop and strengthen their coping skills so they’re able to improve their relationships and mental health today, and so they’ll become healthy adults down the road. I have a particular love for working with young people because I view them as remarkable. Seeing their creativity, insight, resilience, humor, curiosity, awe, and capacity for growth is a never-ending source of amazement for her. My goal is to help your child get to the heart of what’s keeping them from enjoying the life they want, and giving practical steps to move forward.
My decision to become a therapist is rooted in my lifelong desire to help children develop and strengthen their coping skills so they’re able to improve their relationships and mental health today, and so they’ll become healthy adults down the road. I have a particular love for working with young people because I view them as remarkable. Seeing their creativity, insight, resilience, humor, curiosity, awe, and capacity for growth is a never-ending source of amazement for her. My goal is to help your child get to the heart of what’s keeping them from enjoying the life they want, and giving practical steps to move forward.
Moriah Veach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Avon, IN 46123
What makes people do what they do? That question has fascinated me since childhood, so it’s no surprise when I found herself called to counseling. While earning my undergraduate degree in psychology from Cedarville University, I served an internship at Care to Change and was particularly impressed with the approach combining the evidence-based practices I was learning in classrooms with the Biblical foundation that has long been at the center of my life.
What makes people do what they do? That question has fascinated me since childhood, so it’s no surprise when I found herself called to counseling. While earning my undergraduate degree in psychology from Cedarville University, I served an internship at Care to Change and was particularly impressed with the approach combining the evidence-based practices I was learning in classrooms with the Biblical foundation that has long been at the center of my life.
Susan Soares
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Avon, IN 46123
Have you ever just felt that your life was completely out of balance? So many people feel this way but don’t know where to start to get in back into a healthy mental space for themselves. Without balance in our life, we cannot live into being our true selves. We often feel depressed or anxious or angry and do not know why. I want to help you find your balance and rediscover your true self. I have over 15 years of experience working with both adults and children. I am passionate about helping people heal from traumas that have occurred in their life as well as working with depression, anxiety and ADHD in both kids and adults.
Have you ever just felt that your life was completely out of balance? So many people feel this way but don’t know where to start to get in back into a healthy mental space for themselves. Without balance in our life, we cannot live into being our true selves. We often feel depressed or anxious or angry and do not know why. I want to help you find your balance and rediscover your true self. I have over 15 years of experience working with both adults and children. I am passionate about helping people heal from traumas that have occurred in their life as well as working with depression, anxiety and ADHD in both kids and adults.
Jolynn Ness
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Avon, IN 46123
My ideal client would struggle with diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, or mood-related issues. This client would be self-motivated and have identified goals that are being held back or complicated by their mental health issues. The client would be able to identify areas that are strengths and weaknesses for themselves and would be willing to put forth the effort that is growth and change. Also, this client would be open to new and different suggestions for coping strategies or ways of thinking about difficulties they may experience in order to learn and grow.
My ideal client would struggle with diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, or mood-related issues. This client would be self-motivated and have identified goals that are being held back or complicated by their mental health issues. The client would be able to identify areas that are strengths and weaknesses for themselves and would be willing to put forth the effort that is growth and change. Also, this client would be open to new and different suggestions for coping strategies or ways of thinking about difficulties they may experience in order to learn and grow.
Mindful Innovations Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Avon, IN 46123
We empower & embrace neurodiversity by supporting children, adults, and families live to their fullest potential! Neurodiversity is a term to describe individuals striving daily to manage any of the following conditions, ADHD Autism Spectrum, Dyslexia, Social Communication Disorder, Tourette Syndrome, Learning Disabilities, and others. We help children and youth learn strategies to improve behaviors at home, school, and in their community. Our approach in couples therapy is teaching tools and strategies to you move your relationship into a more positive direction. Our clients are typical as well as neurodiverse couples!
We empower & embrace neurodiversity by supporting children, adults, and families live to their fullest potential! Neurodiversity is a term to describe individuals striving daily to manage any of the following conditions, ADHD Autism Spectrum, Dyslexia, Social Communication Disorder, Tourette Syndrome, Learning Disabilities, and others. We help children and youth learn strategies to improve behaviors at home, school, and in their community. Our approach in couples therapy is teaching tools and strategies to you move your relationship into a more positive direction. Our clients are typical as well as neurodiverse couples!
April Bordeau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Avon, IN 46123
A common phrase I hear is "I just feel stuck." The people who say that know there is something better out there, but they don't know how to move in that direction. My role is to help you better understand yourself, heal from whatever life has thrown at you, and make the most of who you want to be. Many people reach out because their lives seem to lack meaning, they don't feel worthwhile, they find some challenges overwhelming, or they just don't seem to feel joy from their relationships or activities. That's where we begin the work. We start where you are.
A common phrase I hear is "I just feel stuck." The people who say that know there is something better out there, but they don't know how to move in that direction. My role is to help you better understand yourself, heal from whatever life has thrown at you, and make the most of who you want to be. Many people reach out because their lives seem to lack meaning, they don't feel worthwhile, they find some challenges overwhelming, or they just don't seem to feel joy from their relationships or activities. That's where we begin the work. We start where you are.
Catrina Michele Rush
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHC-A
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46254
I am currently working as a Private Contractor serving as a Mental Mental Therapist, providing a safe, non-judgmental environment. Together we will set a plan to assist in achieving and maintaining your personal goals or achieve new ones. I strive to connect clients to resources and tools to rebuild their lives.
I am currently working as a Private Contractor serving as a Mental Mental Therapist, providing a safe, non-judgmental environment. Together we will set a plan to assist in achieving and maintaining your personal goals or achieve new ones. I strive to connect clients to resources and tools to rebuild their lives.
Empowered Living Inc
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46278
I offer a safe space for client to share their narrative without concern of being compromised.I also meet with the client in a compassionate and sympathetic way.
I offer a safe space for client to share their narrative without concern of being compromised.I also meet with the client in a compassionate and sympathetic way.
Felicia C Bates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46234 (Online Only)
I am licensed in Indiana, Maine, and New Jersey with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self-esteem, & confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, & compassion. I will tailor our dialog & treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage & I am proud of you for getting started!
I am licensed in Indiana, Maine, and New Jersey with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self-esteem, & confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, & compassion. I will tailor our dialog & treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage & I am proud of you for getting started!
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.