Play Therapy in Sulphur, LA
Adrian D Julian
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Sulphur, LA 70663
Waitlist for new clients
I provide an accepting, non-judgmental environment for those seeking help and understanding for the struggles that life brings us. I provide forensic counseling services in the form of child custody evaluations, parenting coordination, court ordered counseling, and divorce counseling. I also work with adults and children who have concerns regarding severe mental illness and dual diagnosis (addiction and a mental illness). Those with anxiety conditions, depression, and adjustment disorders are also welcome in my practice.
I provide an accepting, non-judgmental environment for those seeking help and understanding for the struggles that life brings us. I provide forensic counseling services in the form of child custody evaluations, parenting coordination, court ordered counseling, and divorce counseling. I also work with adults and children who have concerns regarding severe mental illness and dual diagnosis (addiction and a mental illness). Those with anxiety conditions, depression, and adjustment disorders are also welcome in my practice.
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Kimberly Hebert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, 200RYT
Verified Verified
Lake Charles, LA 70601 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I utilize a variety of methods including cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, meditation, psychodynamic, yoga and others. We will explore and define present areas of unhappiness and feeling stuck. We will develop positive skills that will allow you to create the life you desire. I believe every individual is capable of healing from within. We will work on removing patterns of thinking and behavior that are self harming. So that you can move forward through learning about yourself.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I utilize a variety of methods including cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, meditation, psychodynamic, yoga and others. We will explore and define present areas of unhappiness and feeling stuck. We will develop positive skills that will allow you to create the life you desire. I believe every individual is capable of healing from within. We will work on removing patterns of thinking and behavior that are self harming. So that you can move forward through learning about yourself.
Stacy Welch
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lake Charles, LA 70605
Not accepting new clients
I can integrate directive play therapy into sessions for children, as well as cognitive behavioral modalities for adults.
No one escapes the challenges of the human experience, we all just need the tools to learn to heal! I specialize in trauma (PTSD) and offer Brainspotting Therapy. Brainspotting is a psychotherapy tool that utilizes less thought-based talk therapy and more focused mindfulness on your somatic (body) experience - the window into our natural brain/body healing process. It is a neurobiological intervention that works to release activation or emotion trapped in the body from traumatic experience and lessen the burden of symptoms. It’s highly effective for trauma, anxiety, anger, performance and creative blocks or sports enhancement.
I can integrate directive play therapy into sessions for children, as well as cognitive behavioral modalities for adults.
No one escapes the challenges of the human experience, we all just need the tools to learn to heal! I specialize in trauma (PTSD) and offer Brainspotting Therapy. Brainspotting is a psychotherapy tool that utilizes less thought-based talk therapy and more focused mindfulness on your somatic (body) experience - the window into our natural brain/body healing process. It is a neurobiological intervention that works to release activation or emotion trapped in the body from traumatic experience and lessen the burden of symptoms. It’s highly effective for trauma, anxiety, anger, performance and creative blocks or sports enhancement.
Leigh Boyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lake Charles, LA 70605
Not accepting new clients
ON maternity leave - I enjoy working with adults who are looking to gain freedom from emotional pain in order to experience a more satisfying life. I work to create a safe, nonjudgmental and warm environment for my clients – an environment where you can feel comfortable to engage in open conversation. I believe that therapy should be a collaboration in order for you to reach your goals and create sustainable changes. My clients also find they gain a greater sense of self-awareness, self-acceptance and self-confidence through our work together.
ON maternity leave - I enjoy working with adults who are looking to gain freedom from emotional pain in order to experience a more satisfying life. I work to create a safe, nonjudgmental and warm environment for my clients – an environment where you can feel comfortable to engage in open conversation. I believe that therapy should be a collaboration in order for you to reach your goals and create sustainable changes. My clients also find they gain a greater sense of self-awareness, self-acceptance and self-confidence through our work together.
Elizabeth Ogea
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Westlake, LA 70669
Not accepting new clients
I am an LPC with 8 years of experience in the mental health field. I enjoy helping clients to thrive and live their best life. I believe with therapy, clients are able to develop the tools and various skills needed to find their full potential, be the best version of their self, and no longer have to suffer from their past experiences. We all experience hardships and obstacles in life, but we also have a choice to not let them weigh us down! I am experienced in and passionate for helping clients defeat codependency, trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety, and many other areas. I would love the opportunity to help you reach your goals!
I am an LPC with 8 years of experience in the mental health field. I enjoy helping clients to thrive and live their best life. I believe with therapy, clients are able to develop the tools and various skills needed to find their full potential, be the best version of their self, and no longer have to suffer from their past experiences. We all experience hardships and obstacles in life, but we also have a choice to not let them weigh us down! I am experienced in and passionate for helping clients defeat codependency, trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety, and many other areas. I would love the opportunity to help you reach your goals!
Online Therapists
Jackie Hidalgo -Lotus Counseling And Wellness
Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70508
I have specialized training in EMDR, Cognitive Based Therapy for PTSD, OCD and Play Therapy.
Welcome! I am passionate about helping people achieve a healthier level of well-being. My counseling style is respectful, supportive, and engaging. I work with adults, and couples. I offer therapy through my office, phone, and video chat. My areas of focus are in Depression, Anxiety, Parenting, OCD, Self Esteem, and Trauma.
I have specialized training in EMDR, Cognitive Based Therapy for PTSD, OCD and Play Therapy.
Welcome! I am passionate about helping people achieve a healthier level of well-being. My counseling style is respectful, supportive, and engaging. I work with adults, and couples. I offer therapy through my office, phone, and video chat. My areas of focus are in Depression, Anxiety, Parenting, OCD, Self Esteem, and Trauma.
Jessica Willis Fernandez
LPC Intern, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Lafayette, LA 70508
My practice incorporates creative and play therapy, but I am flexible in my approach depending on the needs of my client. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. Through nonjudgemental listening, I create a safe place to explore issues such as self-acceptance, coping with family or personal struggles and addressing behavioral issues . Some of the skills that I help my clients develop in session are: identifying emotions, improving coping skills, building communication and strengthening relationships.
My practice incorporates creative and play therapy, but I am flexible in my approach depending on the needs of my client. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. Through nonjudgemental listening, I create a safe place to explore issues such as self-acceptance, coping with family or personal struggles and addressing behavioral issues . Some of the skills that I help my clients develop in session are: identifying emotions, improving coping skills, building communication and strengthening relationships.
Kara Elizabeth Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Crowley, LA 70526
She is trained in Theraplay, Play Therapy, Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) Principles, and Cognitive Behavorial Therapy (CBT).
Kara Clark is a licensed clinical social worker with years of experience in adoption, mental health, marital and family relationships, and addiction. Kara values a holistic approach from an attachment and trauma perspective while utilizing different modalities of therapy to meet the needs of her clients.
She is trained in Theraplay, Play Therapy, Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) Principles, and Cognitive Behavorial Therapy (CBT).
Kara Clark is a licensed clinical social worker with years of experience in adoption, mental health, marital and family relationships, and addiction. Kara values a holistic approach from an attachment and trauma perspective while utilizing different modalities of therapy to meet the needs of her clients.
Latifey LaFleur Ph.D. Registered Play Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70503
Dr. LaFleur is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor (LPC-S), a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor and a Counselor Educator at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. She specializes in the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents as well as Filial Play Therapy which is a parent training program designed to increase communication and build a stronger and healthier relationship between parents and their children.
Dr. LaFleur is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor (LPC-S), a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor and a Counselor Educator at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. She specializes in the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents as well as Filial Play Therapy which is a parent training program designed to increase communication and build a stronger and healthier relationship between parents and their children.
Beth Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT, ICST-P, EMDR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70501
Waitlist for new clients
Moore Wellness is located in Lafayette, Louisiana offering: Counseling, Sandtray Play Therapy, Chiropractor, Massage Therapy, Reiki, & Acupressure Ear Seeds, Tai Chi Easy, & Spiritual Direction.
I became a counselor to help hurting people and trauma survivors heal and restore their wholeness. I embrace them with compassion and acceptance, because I understand struggling and what it feels like to need someone to listen and believe you. Clients are welcome to bring in their spirituality, their fears, and their taboos. A safe, calm space can help clients process their worries and problems, as well as use helpful coping skills to transform lives. Every client's situation is unique and I use integrative approaches to help them heal as a whole person in mind-body-spirit.
Moore Wellness is located in Lafayette, Louisiana offering: Counseling, Sandtray Play Therapy, Chiropractor, Massage Therapy, Reiki, & Acupressure Ear Seeds, Tai Chi Easy, & Spiritual Direction.
I became a counselor to help hurting people and trauma survivors heal and restore their wholeness. I embrace them with compassion and acceptance, because I understand struggling and what it feels like to need someone to listen and believe you. Clients are welcome to bring in their spirituality, their fears, and their taboos. A safe, calm space can help clients process their worries and problems, as well as use helpful coping skills to transform lives. Every client's situation is unique and I use integrative approaches to help them heal as a whole person in mind-body-spirit.
Marissa Pitt
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70508
I provide individual, couple, and family sessions! I practice from a systems and experiential perspective to add unique and innovative guidance in your therapeutic journey! I have experience in working with OCD, trauma, divorce, addiction, life transitions, anxiety, grief, parenting, and play/art therapy.
Hi everyone! I am passionate about being the support someone needs to find their voice when it comes to their self-awareness and expression. As your therapist, I strive to make your journey individualistic, creative, and beneficial to your life and healing! I want to provide you with a space to be able to express yourself freely and have the comfortability to explore your vulnerabilities in an expressive and unique way. Exploring new perspectives can be an uncomfortable thing to do alone. I am here to be that guidance and support that you need to take that next step and to help you find the healing that you need.
I provide individual, couple, and family sessions! I practice from a systems and experiential perspective to add unique and innovative guidance in your therapeutic journey! I have experience in working with OCD, trauma, divorce, addiction, life transitions, anxiety, grief, parenting, and play/art therapy.
Hi everyone! I am passionate about being the support someone needs to find their voice when it comes to their self-awareness and expression. As your therapist, I strive to make your journey individualistic, creative, and beneficial to your life and healing! I want to provide you with a space to be able to express yourself freely and have the comfortability to explore your vulnerabilities in an expressive and unique way. Exploring new perspectives can be an uncomfortable thing to do alone. I am here to be that guidance and support that you need to take that next step and to help you find the healing that you need.
Sarah Gary
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC
Verified Verified
Lafayette, LA 70501
I have a deep passion for using creative interventions and play therapy with all ages and stages of life! I thrive when working with self-esteem, life transitions, anxiety and depression related issues, women's issues, and identity.
Hi there! My name is Sarah Gary and I provide counseling for children as young as three years old, adolescents, and young adults. I have always had a deep passion for helping others and I believe that counseling is a powerful tool for personal transformation and healing. My goal as a counselor is to create a safe and supportive environment while promoting self-awareness, facilitating personal growth, fostering resiliency and coping skills, and enhancing your well-being. I use an integrative approach consisting of play therapy, creative interventions, sand tray therapy, and talk therapy.
I have a deep passion for using creative interventions and play therapy with all ages and stages of life! I thrive when working with self-esteem, life transitions, anxiety and depression related issues, women's issues, and identity.
Hi there! My name is Sarah Gary and I provide counseling for children as young as three years old, adolescents, and young adults. I have always had a deep passion for helping others and I believe that counseling is a powerful tool for personal transformation and healing. My goal as a counselor is to create a safe and supportive environment while promoting self-awareness, facilitating personal growth, fostering resiliency and coping skills, and enhancing your well-being. I use an integrative approach consisting of play therapy, creative interventions, sand tray therapy, and talk therapy.
Courtney Sandoz Copell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Opelousas, LA 70570
Waitlist for new clients
I am also a Play Therapist.
I'm Courtney Copell, founder of Compass Counseling Services of South Louisiana. It is my mission to provide the best and most thorough care to my clients and their families. I work from an integrated perspective which includes a wide-range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques. I founded my practice on the belief that each client is unique and deserves comprehensive and individualized care. I believe that in order to experience optimal health, every component of the individual must be considered. Therefore, I operate from a holistic and client-centered approach where each client will have their own personalized program.
I am also a Play Therapist.
I'm Courtney Copell, founder of Compass Counseling Services of South Louisiana. It is my mission to provide the best and most thorough care to my clients and their families. I work from an integrated perspective which includes a wide-range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques. I founded my practice on the belief that each client is unique and deserves comprehensive and individualized care. I believe that in order to experience optimal health, every component of the individual must be considered. Therefore, I operate from a holistic and client-centered approach where each client will have their own personalized program.
Brad Gros
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70508
Whether it be ACT, REBT, EMDR, play, art, or talk, I meet you where you are.
Do you feel as though life is passing you by? Do you feel as though you are a stranger in your own body and home? Are you ready for something different in life, making room for new experiences? As your counselor, we can explore these and many other issues, on your personal path to wellness. Contact me today to begin this wellness journey. In-person and telehealth sessions are available.
Whether it be ACT, REBT, EMDR, play, art, or talk, I meet you where you are.
Do you feel as though life is passing you by? Do you feel as though you are a stranger in your own body and home? Are you ready for something different in life, making room for new experiences? As your counselor, we can explore these and many other issues, on your personal path to wellness. Contact me today to begin this wellness journey. In-person and telehealth sessions are available.
Kristen Baroni
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70508
I am Perinatal Mental Health certified (birth and related things) and I'm under supervision to become a Registered Play Therapist.
Hi, my name is Kristen (she/her). Life is full of unexpected challenges, regardless of what path we are on. Sometimes, these challenges become more than we can handle by ourselves. My goal is to walk alongside you on your journey of life. I strive to provide a space where we can work together and safely deconstruct your stresses and alter them to fit better with you on your journey. I hope to give you the tools to access your bravery and strength that I know is in there so that you never give up on yourself.
I am Perinatal Mental Health certified (birth and related things) and I'm under supervision to become a Registered Play Therapist.
Hi, my name is Kristen (she/her). Life is full of unexpected challenges, regardless of what path we are on. Sometimes, these challenges become more than we can handle by ourselves. My goal is to walk alongside you on your journey of life. I strive to provide a space where we can work together and safely deconstruct your stresses and alter them to fit better with you on your journey. I hope to give you the tools to access your bravery and strength that I know is in there so that you never give up on yourself.
Mary Claire Guidry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lafayette, LA 70503
In the words of Carl Rogers, "What you are to be, you are now becoming." My career has been devoted to working as a Professional School Counselor in both private and public elementary schools for the past 10 years. I have specialized training in play therapy, which has led me to have a passion for working with children and adolescents. I love helping my young clients gain self-confidence and equipping them with the necessary coping skills, self-regulation skills, and communication skills.
In the words of Carl Rogers, "What you are to be, you are now becoming." My career has been devoted to working as a Professional School Counselor in both private and public elementary schools for the past 10 years. I have specialized training in play therapy, which has led me to have a passion for working with children and adolescents. I love helping my young clients gain self-confidence and equipping them with the necessary coping skills, self-regulation skills, and communication skills.
Rhea Cooper Ph.d. Registered Play Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70503
Waitlist for new clients
You are deserving of peace, self-compassion, and fullness of life. Oftentimes, life's stress can cause deep emotional and physical pain, which may leave us unfulfilled, discouraged, and disconnected. My goal in therapy is to support and guide you as you learn ways to lift the burden from your shoulders to reclaim your joy, peace, and worthiness. I work with all populations including children as young as three, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. My approach to counseling is integrative and incorporates cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, and a focus on empowering clients to identify their strengths and resources.
You are deserving of peace, self-compassion, and fullness of life. Oftentimes, life's stress can cause deep emotional and physical pain, which may leave us unfulfilled, discouraged, and disconnected. My goal in therapy is to support and guide you as you learn ways to lift the burden from your shoulders to reclaim your joy, peace, and worthiness. I work with all populations including children as young as three, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. My approach to counseling is integrative and incorporates cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, and a focus on empowering clients to identify their strengths and resources.
Blumrich Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Opelousas, LA 70570
I personally use cognitive behavioral strategies and play therapy to work with children.
Our office can help you sort through the hard things you are experiencing. We are able to work with individuals throughout the lifespan; children, adolescents and adults. We often help clients that are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief and also issues of Attention Deficit Hyper-active Disorder, Anxiety and Depressive disorders, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, PTSD, divorce, and abuse. Many people come to us that just need a safe space to talk about their issues. If you need change in your life, counseling is a good opportunity to facilitate that change. A plan with identified goals helps to make the change you seek.
I personally use cognitive behavioral strategies and play therapy to work with children.
Our office can help you sort through the hard things you are experiencing. We are able to work with individuals throughout the lifespan; children, adolescents and adults. We often help clients that are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief and also issues of Attention Deficit Hyper-active Disorder, Anxiety and Depressive disorders, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, PTSD, divorce, and abuse. Many people come to us that just need a safe space to talk about their issues. If you need change in your life, counseling is a good opportunity to facilitate that change. A plan with identified goals helps to make the change you seek.
Andrea Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70508
Using multiple modalities such as EMDR, CBT, Polyvagal Theory; and with children, art and play therapy, we can address each area.
We all have a story we tell ourselves about our worth as a human being. That story is influenced by our experiences. Sometimes the story is positive and beneficial. Other times, the story creates negative beliefs that prevent inner happiness and healthy relationships with others, as well as ourselves. I believe we can change the unhealthy stories we tell ourselves.
Using multiple modalities such as EMDR, CBT, Polyvagal Theory; and with children, art and play therapy, we can address each area.
We all have a story we tell ourselves about our worth as a human being. That story is influenced by our experiences. Sometimes the story is positive and beneficial. Other times, the story creates negative beliefs that prevent inner happiness and healthy relationships with others, as well as ourselves. I believe we can change the unhealthy stories we tell ourselves.
Olivia Baker
MS, PLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70503
I utilize play therapy since this is a modality that builds confidence in communicating through play, working through inner conflicts and emotions.
I teach parents about child development and how the brain of a child works. Parents I work with learn how to relate to their children in ways that meet the needs of the developing child. I also facilitate emotional regulation through somatic therapy, which focuses on our experiences within our mind and body and the relationship between the two. My goal in therapy is for each client to feel safe, heard, and access their own empowerment for a more fulfilling, confident life. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.
I utilize play therapy since this is a modality that builds confidence in communicating through play, working through inner conflicts and emotions.
I teach parents about child development and how the brain of a child works. Parents I work with learn how to relate to their children in ways that meet the needs of the developing child. I also facilitate emotional regulation through somatic therapy, which focuses on our experiences within our mind and body and the relationship between the two. My goal in therapy is for each client to feel safe, heard, and access their own empowerment for a more fulfilling, confident life. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.
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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.