Play Therapy in Sherborn, MA
Kelley Daron, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Sherborn, MA 01770
With young children I use play therapy and expressive arts.
O P E N times available for BCBS & Self-Pay clients. Experienced treating children and adults with Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression, Trauma, and relationship or life challenges. I invite you to call me and share the hopes you have for therapy, ask questions, and see if you would like to start working together. Maybe you are looking for help finding more balanced moods, adjusting to a difficult change in your life, dealing with the difficulties from a traumatic experience or rebuilding a professional or personal relationship. Seeking help is a sign of your resilience and strength. .
With young children I use play therapy and expressive arts.
O P E N times available for BCBS & Self-Pay clients. Experienced treating children and adults with Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression, Trauma, and relationship or life challenges. I invite you to call me and share the hopes you have for therapy, ask questions, and see if you would like to start working together. Maybe you are looking for help finding more balanced moods, adjusting to a difficult change in your life, dealing with the difficulties from a traumatic experience or rebuilding a professional or personal relationship. Seeking help is a sign of your resilience and strength. .
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Heather Sousa
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Hopkinton, MA 01748
Heather earned her Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Becker College and uses a unique combination of talk, play, art, and movement therapy with the child to help them build self-awareness and learn to regulate their emotions.
Heather Sousa is a Resident in Counseling (RIC) with nearly 3 years of professional experience working with children and teens. She specializes in treating children on the autism spectrum, or who are dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, family conflict, and are learning to regulate their emotions and build positive peer and familial relationships. What started as an interest in Early Childhood Education led Heather down the path of working with young children in a counseling setting.
Heather earned her Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Becker College and uses a unique combination of talk, play, art, and movement therapy with the child to help them build self-awareness and learn to regulate their emotions.
Heather Sousa is a Resident in Counseling (RIC) with nearly 3 years of professional experience working with children and teens. She specializes in treating children on the autism spectrum, or who are dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, family conflict, and are learning to regulate their emotions and build positive peer and familial relationships. What started as an interest in Early Childhood Education led Heather down the path of working with young children in a counseling setting.
Sophie Rosen
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Natick, MA 01760
With children or teens, we may play or use art to help process painful subjects or history in a personal, expressive way.
Generation Z is growing up in a world full of stress and uncertainty, from peer relationships to social media to academics. I work with kids, teens and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, learning problems, neurodivergence, identity issues and more. They may have experienced trauma, family conflict or any other number of difficulties. I see it as my job to help my clients enjoy therapy, so our sessions are tailored to the client's needs and preferences. Our work helps the client take gains built in therapy back into their family, their school or their relationships.
With children or teens, we may play or use art to help process painful subjects or history in a personal, expressive way.
Generation Z is growing up in a world full of stress and uncertainty, from peer relationships to social media to academics. I work with kids, teens and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, learning problems, neurodivergence, identity issues and more. They may have experienced trauma, family conflict or any other number of difficulties. I see it as my job to help my clients enjoy therapy, so our sessions are tailored to the client's needs and preferences. Our work helps the client take gains built in therapy back into their family, their school or their relationships.
Rita Vatcher
Counselor, LMHC, MCCS, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02181
Waitlist for new clients
My goal as a play therapist is to help kids and their families build resilience.
I love to work with kids and adolescents and their families. I believe people don't have "problems" but rather "challenges" they learn to move through or re-frame. Together we learn new ways of doing things; new ways of looking at things; find a new path of our own choosing that feels better than the one we were on; relate to ourselves and others in a healthier way; learn to smile and laugh more; find the things we are good at doing; make a contribution; stress less; be who we are meant to be, and love who we are as a person!
My goal as a play therapist is to help kids and their families build resilience.
I love to work with kids and adolescents and their families. I believe people don't have "problems" but rather "challenges" they learn to move through or re-frame. Together we learn new ways of doing things; new ways of looking at things; find a new path of our own choosing that feels better than the one we were on; relate to ourselves and others in a healthier way; learn to smile and laugh more; find the things we are good at doing; make a contribution; stress less; be who we are meant to be, and love who we are as a person!
Chelsie Maynard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
Framingham, MA 01701 (Online Only)
While everyone's needs are different, I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities, including CBT, TF-CBT, motivational interviewing, play therapy, sensory interventions, expressive and narrative therapies, and Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Therapy (SMART).
Hi there! I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 8 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. I have worked with those navigating a variety of different life challenges and changes, though my specialty is in dealing with trauma and grief, particularly pre-verbal trauma in early childhood. I believe one of the most powerful statements we can hear is: "I'm with you" and this is what I try to embody for my clients and their families. I am also an ordained pastor, have a Masters of Divinity, and am happy to incorporate pastoral counseling and Christian spirituality into treatment if desired.
While everyone's needs are different, I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities, including CBT, TF-CBT, motivational interviewing, play therapy, sensory interventions, expressive and narrative therapies, and Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Therapy (SMART).
Hi there! I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 8 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. I have worked with those navigating a variety of different life challenges and changes, though my specialty is in dealing with trauma and grief, particularly pre-verbal trauma in early childhood. I believe one of the most powerful statements we can hear is: "I'm with you" and this is what I try to embody for my clients and their families. I am also an ordained pastor, have a Masters of Divinity, and am happy to incorporate pastoral counseling and Christian spirituality into treatment if desired.
Larry Flynn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sudbury, MA 01776
Larry also utilizes Family Systems Theory, Narrative, Talk Therapy, & Play Therapy.
Larry specializes in counseling children of all ages, teens, young adults, adults, and families. Larry effectively helps even the very young child and clients of all ages with their emotional and/or behavioral challenges. His passion, expertise, and genuine interest is so needed, when many of our youth are longing for someone they can talk to, connect with, and feel their voice is understood. Working with the entire family providing family counseling takes a very special ability, as does helping parents navigate challenges, this is Larry's expertise.
Larry also utilizes Family Systems Theory, Narrative, Talk Therapy, & Play Therapy.
Larry specializes in counseling children of all ages, teens, young adults, adults, and families. Larry effectively helps even the very young child and clients of all ages with their emotional and/or behavioral challenges. His passion, expertise, and genuine interest is so needed, when many of our youth are longing for someone they can talk to, connect with, and feel their voice is understood. Working with the entire family providing family counseling takes a very special ability, as does helping parents navigate challenges, this is Larry's expertise.
Anna Maria Baldauf
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02481
We all long for our experiences, feelings, and needs to be seen, recognized, and honored. I bring to our work deep respect for you and/or your child’s concerns and suffering. I place the therapeutic relationship at the heart of our work, which I approach with curiosity and empathy. I am most interested in what your unique experience is, and I aim to listen deeply. A safe-enough space will help us to transform your patterns of experience that interfere with your ability to be compassionate with yourself, to build meaningful relationships, and to work and play creatively, in other words, to live a fulfilling life.
We all long for our experiences, feelings, and needs to be seen, recognized, and honored. I bring to our work deep respect for you and/or your child’s concerns and suffering. I place the therapeutic relationship at the heart of our work, which I approach with curiosity and empathy. I am most interested in what your unique experience is, and I aim to listen deeply. A safe-enough space will help us to transform your patterns of experience that interfere with your ability to be compassionate with yourself, to build meaningful relationships, and to work and play creatively, in other words, to live a fulfilling life.
Kendra Holmgren
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wellesley, MA 02481 (Online Only)
Whether it be social or emotional struggles, challenging behaviors, trouble relating to others in positive ways, or working through fears, depression, stress, trauma, or a family crisis, I meet every child and their family where they are at. I use a strength-based approach and interactive, hands-on, and creative interventions, including play and expressive arts, in addition to talk that allow kids to communicate freely, naturally, and in ways that build confidence and a sense of mastery over their struggles.
Whether it be social or emotional struggles, challenging behaviors, trouble relating to others in positive ways, or working through fears, depression, stress, trauma, or a family crisis, I meet every child and their family where they are at. I use a strength-based approach and interactive, hands-on, and creative interventions, including play and expressive arts, in addition to talk that allow kids to communicate freely, naturally, and in ways that build confidence and a sense of mastery over their struggles.
Deborah Wolozin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Wayland, MA 01778
I welcome children, teen-agers and their parents, adults, couples and families to my practice. In individual, couple or play therapy, I focus on relationships: to other people, to our pasts, to our bodies, and to our thoughts and feelings. My goal is to establish a safe setting where together we can identify and work on challenging issues in your life with curiosity, understanding and compassion, while helping you to appreciate and make use of the unique resources and strengths that you bring to our work.
I welcome children, teen-agers and their parents, adults, couples and families to my practice. In individual, couple or play therapy, I focus on relationships: to other people, to our pasts, to our bodies, and to our thoughts and feelings. My goal is to establish a safe setting where together we can identify and work on challenging issues in your life with curiosity, understanding and compassion, while helping you to appreciate and make use of the unique resources and strengths that you bring to our work.
Ann Fernandes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEIS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Natick, MA 01760
Finding the right play therapist can make all the difference. I invite you to read on and decide whether you are ready to take that next step and call. I feel passionately about helping parents and young children (0-8 years old) to build strong relationships by learning and growing together. The relationships formed in the early years of life are very important and create the the foundation for social-emotional growth. Play Therapy is a way of being with and helping a child that honors and supports their developmental level through speaking their language, play.
Finding the right play therapist can make all the difference. I invite you to read on and decide whether you are ready to take that next step and call. I feel passionately about helping parents and young children (0-8 years old) to build strong relationships by learning and growing together. The relationships formed in the early years of life are very important and create the the foundation for social-emotional growth. Play Therapy is a way of being with and helping a child that honors and supports their developmental level through speaking their language, play.
Garrett Berna
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02482
My treatment includes: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused-CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Art and Expressive Therapy, Psychoeducation, Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy, and Behavioral therapy.
I have worked with diverse populations and people of all ages ranging from 4-74 years old while working in community mental health. My clinical experience also includes treating children and adolescents with trauma and severe emotional and behavioral issues at two residential schools. I currently focus on children, teens/adolescents, families, and adults. I enjoy working with (and working alongside) athletes, taking a sports psychology approach. I also have a strong history of working well with clients who have not responded/had difficulty engaging in traditional therapy.
My treatment includes: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused-CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Art and Expressive Therapy, Psychoeducation, Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy, and Behavioral therapy.
I have worked with diverse populations and people of all ages ranging from 4-74 years old while working in community mental health. My clinical experience also includes treating children and adolescents with trauma and severe emotional and behavioral issues at two residential schools. I currently focus on children, teens/adolescents, families, and adults. I enjoy working with (and working alongside) athletes, taking a sports psychology approach. I also have a strong history of working well with clients who have not responded/had difficulty engaging in traditional therapy.
Chelsea Willis
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02494
Through the use of expressive therapies and play therapy, I aim to build a relationship where youth feel comfortable being exactly who they are and where all of the parts of themselves can come forward, knowing they will be met with compassion, curiosity, and care.
In a grief-averse society that says to "get over" or "move on" from the death of a loved one, in a medical system that pathologizes bereavement as a disorder as early as one year after someone's death, in social circles that force toxic positivity, platitudes, and unsolicited advice on grieving folks, I long to offer a different presence. I come alongside traumatically bereaved children and families to offer meaningful and non-judgmental support in the wake of an unexpected or violent death, or after a prolonged illness. Death and trauma generate complex grief responses that deserve to be heard, honored, explored, and integrated.
Through the use of expressive therapies and play therapy, I aim to build a relationship where youth feel comfortable being exactly who they are and where all of the parts of themselves can come forward, knowing they will be met with compassion, curiosity, and care.
In a grief-averse society that says to "get over" or "move on" from the death of a loved one, in a medical system that pathologizes bereavement as a disorder as early as one year after someone's death, in social circles that force toxic positivity, platitudes, and unsolicited advice on grieving folks, I long to offer a different presence. I come alongside traumatically bereaved children and families to offer meaningful and non-judgmental support in the wake of an unexpected or violent death, or after a prolonged illness. Death and trauma generate complex grief responses that deserve to be heard, honored, explored, and integrated.
Jill Vetstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CEIS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Natick, MA 01760
I also work with toddlers to age 11 and I combine play therapy with mind/body approaches.
I work with children, adults and parents. When working with adults, I take an integrative approach where I combine several traditional mental health therapies with energy psychology, somatic healing, oracle cards and Reiki. I work with adults around sadness, stress, trauma and healing old wounds. I help adults discover where their patterns and blocks come from and help them shift and heal so they can live a happier, more authentic life. The integration of the energy psychology, mind body approaches and Reiki moves the needle so much more than talk therapy alone. I consider myself spiritually friendly and welcome all.
I also work with toddlers to age 11 and I combine play therapy with mind/body approaches.
I work with children, adults and parents. When working with adults, I take an integrative approach where I combine several traditional mental health therapies with energy psychology, somatic healing, oracle cards and Reiki. I work with adults around sadness, stress, trauma and healing old wounds. I help adults discover where their patterns and blocks come from and help them shift and heal so they can live a happier, more authentic life. The integration of the energy psychology, mind body approaches and Reiki moves the needle so much more than talk therapy alone. I consider myself spiritually friendly and welcome all.
Nicole N Cardarelli
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02464 (Online Only)
I use an eclectic approach with my clients, being solution focused and using such modalities as CBT, strength based therapy, play therapy, motivational interviewing and mindfulness.
The road to finding peace of mind and a clear vision for one's life can be difficult to navigate. Acknowledging that you desire change is often the first step towards clarity. Many then find that they need further guidance, which is what has likely brought you here. I believe it is important for my clients to recognize and then use their strengths, past successes, supportive relationships (including the therapeutic one) and own hopes to obtain whatever goal they set forth. Moving forward I hope to build a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship which we can use toward a self-fulfilling and clear future.
I use an eclectic approach with my clients, being solution focused and using such modalities as CBT, strength based therapy, play therapy, motivational interviewing and mindfulness.
The road to finding peace of mind and a clear vision for one's life can be difficult to navigate. Acknowledging that you desire change is often the first step towards clarity. Many then find that they need further guidance, which is what has likely brought you here. I believe it is important for my clients to recognize and then use their strengths, past successes, supportive relationships (including the therapeutic one) and own hopes to obtain whatever goal they set forth. Moving forward I hope to build a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship which we can use toward a self-fulfilling and clear future.
Ann B Stambler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MEd
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02481 (Online Only)
A lot of thought can go into choosing a therapist for you or your family member. Therapy starts with a unique personal relationship that has appropriate professional boundaries and allows you to explore your present dilemma and its relationship to your inner life. With children I use play and talk. With older adolescents and adults therapy is primarily verbal but it is always important to keep a sense of playful exploration even when facing difficult or painful issues. If this approach sounds right for you contact me to set up an initial visit. I am only working virtually via Zoom and no longer working with children under 12.
A lot of thought can go into choosing a therapist for you or your family member. Therapy starts with a unique personal relationship that has appropriate professional boundaries and allows you to explore your present dilemma and its relationship to your inner life. With children I use play and talk. With older adolescents and adults therapy is primarily verbal but it is always important to keep a sense of playful exploration even when facing difficult or painful issues. If this approach sounds right for you contact me to set up an initial visit. I am only working virtually via Zoom and no longer working with children under 12.
Newton Play Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02192
Newton Play Therapy is passionate about children's mental health. Our mission is to provide developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions to children of all ages. To meet this end, we are committed to the continuous education and training of our clinicians in the evidence based practice of Play Therapy.
Newton Play Therapy is passionate about children's mental health. Our mission is to provide developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions to children of all ages. To meet this end, we are committed to the continuous education and training of our clinicians in the evidence based practice of Play Therapy.
Barbara Weinberg
Psychologist, MEd, EdD
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02494
I am a clinical psychologist who has been working with children, adolescents and adults for over 25 years. I integrate a variety of therapeutic approaches in order to target your child's and your family's unique set of needs. Depending on your child's age and challenges, my approach blends components of developmental psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, family systems and neuropsychology. I specialize in helping children learn strategies for managing anxiety, emotional regulation, depression, learning/developmental disabilities, Autism, and ADHD, to name a few.
I am a clinical psychologist who has been working with children, adolescents and adults for over 25 years. I integrate a variety of therapeutic approaches in order to target your child's and your family's unique set of needs. Depending on your child's age and challenges, my approach blends components of developmental psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, family systems and neuropsychology. I specialize in helping children learn strategies for managing anxiety, emotional regulation, depression, learning/developmental disabilities, Autism, and ADHD, to name a few.
Molly Weinberg
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, RDT
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02482
Life is inherently uncertain, and with that can come challenges. You're not alone in navigating those challenges and I am here to help support you along the way. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and Registered Drama Therapist. Drama Therapy is an embodied modality that uses your story, the roles you play in your life, and metaphor to help process topics beyond just talking about them. I work with clients looking to receive support surrounding anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship/dating challenges, life transitions, work or school issues, illness, family issues, and other life stressors.
Life is inherently uncertain, and with that can come challenges. You're not alone in navigating those challenges and I am here to help support you along the way. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and Registered Drama Therapist. Drama Therapy is an embodied modality that uses your story, the roles you play in your life, and metaphor to help process topics beyond just talking about them. I work with clients looking to receive support surrounding anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship/dating challenges, life transitions, work or school issues, illness, family issues, and other life stressors.
Sarah Wintman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RPT, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Framingham, MA 01701
Waitlist for new clients
“I don’t want to talk about it!” “You wouldn't understand!”...sound familiar? Sometimes your children don’t understand what may be happening either, and communicating that can feel impossible. As a Registered Play Therapist, I help children, teens, and adults ages 3-25 explore, understand, and gain confidence around who they are, how they feel, and what they think. I am a hearing therapist fluent in ASL and also specialize in working with deaf youth using play. Play therapy utilizes a variety of interventions, including playing with toys and miniatures or using more expressive art and movement.
“I don’t want to talk about it!” “You wouldn't understand!”...sound familiar? Sometimes your children don’t understand what may be happening either, and communicating that can feel impossible. As a Registered Play Therapist, I help children, teens, and adults ages 3-25 explore, understand, and gain confidence around who they are, how they feel, and what they think. I am a hearing therapist fluent in ASL and also specialize in working with deaf youth using play. Play therapy utilizes a variety of interventions, including playing with toys and miniatures or using more expressive art and movement.
Sarah Giardini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Franklin, MA 02038
With children, I use play and art therapy as ways to help them learn about their feelings and find healthy ways to express themselves.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I have experience working with children, adolescents, families and adults. I work with clients on different issues including anxiety, learning challenges, social and peer relationships, family conflict and change. I utilize different therapies including a strength based approach to help individuals recognize their potential as well as a supportive and empathetic space to explore different challenges.
With children, I use play and art therapy as ways to help them learn about their feelings and find healthy ways to express themselves.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I have experience working with children, adolescents, families and adults. I work with clients on different issues including anxiety, learning challenges, social and peer relationships, family conflict and change. I utilize different therapies including a strength based approach to help individuals recognize their potential as well as a supportive and empathetic space to explore different challenges.
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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.