Play Therapy in Mahopac, NY
I focus on social and emotional delays through play and social skills exercises.
I have over 24 years of experience with special needs children and their families. I use a whole child/family approach to wellness and the use of family systems. I work as part of interdisciplinary teams of therapists who are addressing other needs of the child also. I have experience in most of the school districts in northern westchester and with the department of health system for younger children. I am currently in the dissertation phase of my doctorate, which focusses on the parent-child relationship in with children on the autism spectrum and their parents.
I focus on social and emotional delays through play and social skills exercises.
I have over 24 years of experience with special needs children and their families. I use a whole child/family approach to wellness and the use of family systems. I work as part of interdisciplinary teams of therapists who are addressing other needs of the child also. I have experience in most of the school districts in northern westchester and with the department of health system for younger children. I am currently in the dissertation phase of my doctorate, which focusses on the parent-child relationship in with children on the autism spectrum and their parents.
Tarren Pagones
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mahopac, NY 10541
Waitlist for new clients
I am here to support children, adolescents, young adults and parents who are facing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, family conflict, school conflict (including avoidance), and peer conflict. I am a licensed art therapist who utilizes a combination of psychotherapy, art therapy and/or play therapy to meet my clients needs. I am trained in Attachment Regulation and Competency, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, and Circle of Security. I am here to help foster difficult conversations, be reflective, build self-worth, create or enhance coping skills and improve daily living.
I am here to support children, adolescents, young adults and parents who are facing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, family conflict, school conflict (including avoidance), and peer conflict. I am a licensed art therapist who utilizes a combination of psychotherapy, art therapy and/or play therapy to meet my clients needs. I am trained in Attachment Regulation and Competency, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, and Circle of Security. I am here to help foster difficult conversations, be reflective, build self-worth, create or enhance coping skills and improve daily living.
I offer a non-judgmental, holistic, supportive approach to therapy with a focus on positive self-improvement, transformation & wellness. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy even when there is not an immediate challenge or crisis. Goals in therapy are achieved collaboratively. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, loss/bereavement, mood/personality/eating disorders, substance abuse, ADHD & changing destructive patterns. I work with individuals (children/adolescents/adults), families, couples, and groups. I offer animal-assisted interventions including therapy dogs and equine-assisted mental health sessions.
I offer a non-judgmental, holistic, supportive approach to therapy with a focus on positive self-improvement, transformation & wellness. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy even when there is not an immediate challenge or crisis. Goals in therapy are achieved collaboratively. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, loss/bereavement, mood/personality/eating disorders, substance abuse, ADHD & changing destructive patterns. I work with individuals (children/adolescents/adults), families, couples, and groups. I offer animal-assisted interventions including therapy dogs and equine-assisted mental health sessions.
Elena Garcia-Davranova
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, MSEd
Verified Verified
Mahopac, NY 10541
Mrs. Garcia-Davranova works with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds throughout the life span, including children, pre-teens, adolescents and young adults. She works with people struggling with a variety of presenting concerns, including trauma, grief and loss, familial conflict, parenting, attachment and separation, anxiety and depression, school and behavioral challenges, gender and identity exploration as well as major life transitions. She has over ten years of experience as an early childhood educator and holds certification in crisis intervention counseling .
Mrs. Garcia-Davranova works with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds throughout the life span, including children, pre-teens, adolescents and young adults. She works with people struggling with a variety of presenting concerns, including trauma, grief and loss, familial conflict, parenting, attachment and separation, anxiety and depression, school and behavioral challenges, gender and identity exploration as well as major life transitions. She has over ten years of experience as an early childhood educator and holds certification in crisis intervention counseling .
More Therapists Nearby
Besides talk therapy, I weave in mindfulness, deep breathing, trauma-informed yoga, play, and nature-based approaches, including walking sessions in the woods.
I'm glad you've found yourself here. Acknowledging that you need support right now is the first step. Life and relationships can be complex and I find that it is often helpful have a neutral person to offer a listening ear, guidance, and to facilitate a process of gaining more insight about who you are and what you need. My role would be to help you work towards your goals, which may include building self-compassion, identifying and regulating uncomfortable emotions, processing old trauma, changing negative thoughts and patterns, overcoming challenges, strengthening relationships, implementing new coping skills.
Besides talk therapy, I weave in mindfulness, deep breathing, trauma-informed yoga, play, and nature-based approaches, including walking sessions in the woods.
I'm glad you've found yourself here. Acknowledging that you need support right now is the first step. Life and relationships can be complex and I find that it is often helpful have a neutral person to offer a listening ear, guidance, and to facilitate a process of gaining more insight about who you are and what you need. My role would be to help you work towards your goals, which may include building self-compassion, identifying and regulating uncomfortable emotions, processing old trauma, changing negative thoughts and patterns, overcoming challenges, strengthening relationships, implementing new coping skills.
I'm also trained in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), narrative therapy, and play therapy.
I work with adults, children, and families on issues including depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, addictions, grief, anger, family discord, and workplace distress. My goal is to bring warmth and acceptance to all my sessions and to provide clients with concrete skills that they can use to help solve their problems and live more fulfilling lives. I've worked in a variety of settings, including elementary and high schools, corrections, and employee assistance. In 2021, I launched a private practice.
I'm also trained in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), narrative therapy, and play therapy.
I work with adults, children, and families on issues including depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, addictions, grief, anger, family discord, and workplace distress. My goal is to bring warmth and acceptance to all my sessions and to provide clients with concrete skills that they can use to help solve their problems and live more fulfilling lives. I've worked in a variety of settings, including elementary and high schools, corrections, and employee assistance. In 2021, I launched a private practice.
Tatyana Krychkina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m Tatyana, an EMDR and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy trained therapist with over 16 years of experience in the mental health and child welfare fields working with children, adults, and families. I have experience in Structural Family Therapy, Multi-Systemic Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Play Therapy.
Hello! I’m Tatyana, an EMDR and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy trained therapist with over 16 years of experience in the mental health and child welfare fields working with children, adults, and families. I have experience in Structural Family Therapy, Multi-Systemic Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Play Therapy.
I practice play therapy, art therapy, bibliotherapy and more creative ways to connect with my younger clients.
Spire Therapy LLC Receives 2022 Best of Ridgefield Award! I am so happy you decided to visit my profile. I want to take a moment to acknowledge that since you're here and reading this, you've already made the first & most important step towards embarking on your journey to becoming the best version of yourself. I'm humbled by the opportunity to embark on this journey with you. I offer a stable & compassionate helping hand along the way. My approach is simple; whether I'm your individual, couple, or family therapist, I offer a positive experience so we can figure out together how to improve both your life and relationships.
I practice play therapy, art therapy, bibliotherapy and more creative ways to connect with my younger clients.
Spire Therapy LLC Receives 2022 Best of Ridgefield Award! I am so happy you decided to visit my profile. I want to take a moment to acknowledge that since you're here and reading this, you've already made the first & most important step towards embarking on your journey to becoming the best version of yourself. I'm humbled by the opportunity to embark on this journey with you. I offer a stable & compassionate helping hand along the way. My approach is simple; whether I'm your individual, couple, or family therapist, I offer a positive experience so we can figure out together how to improve both your life and relationships.
I have expertise in engaging adolescents, transitioning young adults to college life, and treating young children in play therapy.
We are all much more simply human than otherwise (Harry Stack Sullivan). I believe that one finds mental health in meaningful, connected relationships with others-our parents, partners, children, friends, siblings, and therapists. I bring warmth, humor, and honesty into my therapeutic work, and act as a support and guide as you work to improve areas of your life that you are inspired to change. I focus on growth and reparation, not pathology. I have a broad range of experience with all ages and ranges of problems, and can offer comprehensive treatment to children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups.
I have expertise in engaging adolescents, transitioning young adults to college life, and treating young children in play therapy.
We are all much more simply human than otherwise (Harry Stack Sullivan). I believe that one finds mental health in meaningful, connected relationships with others-our parents, partners, children, friends, siblings, and therapists. I bring warmth, humor, and honesty into my therapeutic work, and act as a support and guide as you work to improve areas of your life that you are inspired to change. I focus on growth and reparation, not pathology. I have a broad range of experience with all ages and ranges of problems, and can offer comprehensive treatment to children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups.
Hi! I'm Jessi, a licensed psychotherapist in NY and CT. I focus on two different types of primary clients. 1) Women focusing on self exploration, transitions, relationships, communication, anxiety, confidence, motherhood. 2) Children and their parents with a focus on play therapy/techniques, anxiety and parent training. I believe all our actions are derived from previous life experiences and my goal is to support clients in understanding their actions, while learning tools for self growth in both life and parenting. I currently hold sessions both in person and virtually. My office is located in Westchester NY.
Hi! I'm Jessi, a licensed psychotherapist in NY and CT. I focus on two different types of primary clients. 1) Women focusing on self exploration, transitions, relationships, communication, anxiety, confidence, motherhood. 2) Children and their parents with a focus on play therapy/techniques, anxiety and parent training. I believe all our actions are derived from previous life experiences and my goal is to support clients in understanding their actions, while learning tools for self growth in both life and parenting. I currently hold sessions both in person and virtually. My office is located in Westchester NY.
I engage with children through Child Centered Play Therapy and have experience in clinical and school settings.
Discover yourself and work towards your goals. Gain self-acceptance while striving for change. Transform your ability to cope with multiple life stressors and build a life worth living. I can help you with issues such as difficult life changes, stress management, mood instability, social and relationship issues, behavioral and school issues, trauma, and other every day struggles. I offer a collaborative approach that is tailored to your needs, emphasizing your strengths and finding tangible solutions to help you feel more fulfilled. I am dedicated to providing a non-judgmental and safe environment to promote growth and healing.
I engage with children through Child Centered Play Therapy and have experience in clinical and school settings.
Discover yourself and work towards your goals. Gain self-acceptance while striving for change. Transform your ability to cope with multiple life stressors and build a life worth living. I can help you with issues such as difficult life changes, stress management, mood instability, social and relationship issues, behavioral and school issues, trauma, and other every day struggles. I offer a collaborative approach that is tailored to your needs, emphasizing your strengths and finding tangible solutions to help you feel more fulfilled. I am dedicated to providing a non-judgmental and safe environment to promote growth and healing.
Jessica Inglis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brewster, NY 10509 (Online Only)
Has your son or daughter mood changed, are they becoming more angry, sad or distant or do they spend most of their time in their room away from others? Is your child having difficulty focusing and hyper? Does your child complain about school and have become disinterested? Does it make you fearful or frustrated? Do you feel as if you are at your wits end or a failure? Do you feel like teachers/ administrators don't understand, is your child labeled a bad child? You are not alone and I thank you for being here today.
Has your son or daughter mood changed, are they becoming more angry, sad or distant or do they spend most of their time in their room away from others? Is your child having difficulty focusing and hyper? Does your child complain about school and have become disinterested? Does it make you fearful or frustrated? Do you feel as if you are at your wits end or a failure? Do you feel like teachers/ administrators don't understand, is your child labeled a bad child? You are not alone and I thank you for being here today.
Hello My Name is Eureka Ravilus. I am a Marriage Family Therapist-Limited Permit and I'm passionate about helping children, teens, adults of all ages, and couples learn mindfulness and improve communication between partners, resolve conflicts and strengthen relationships. My approach is Structural Family Therapy, Strategic Family Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy.
Hello My Name is Eureka Ravilus. I am a Marriage Family Therapist-Limited Permit and I'm passionate about helping children, teens, adults of all ages, and couples learn mindfulness and improve communication between partners, resolve conflicts and strengthen relationships. My approach is Structural Family Therapy, Strategic Family Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy.
Head In The Right Direction Counseling Svcs PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, MFT, LMHC, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garrison, NY 10524
We are here to help. We have been helping people learn how to make the changes they want since 2008. Feeling lost in life? Increasingly anxious? Relationship woes? Worried about your child or teen? You are not alone. There are other people out here going through the same things too. This is temporary. Please reach out to us. You can call our front desk, email, or reach us through chat or message through our website. A licensed therapist will get back to you. We are in network with most insurance plans, so hopefully that helps you make this important decision easier.
We are here to help. We have been helping people learn how to make the changes they want since 2008. Feeling lost in life? Increasingly anxious? Relationship woes? Worried about your child or teen? You are not alone. There are other people out here going through the same things too. This is temporary. Please reach out to us. You can call our front desk, email, or reach us through chat or message through our website. A licensed therapist will get back to you. We are in network with most insurance plans, so hopefully that helps you make this important decision easier.
Nancy Arocho-Mercado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Garrison, NY 10524
The focus of my practice is to provide a safe place, where together we can work through any life-transition and/or challenges that may be keeping you from moving forward. Together, we will find understanding, resiliency and strength. I offer you a supportive, non-judgmental and compassionate environment. I favor a collaborative and person-centered approach. You have already taken the most difficult step by recognizing the courage involved with asking for help. I look forward to working with you.
The focus of my practice is to provide a safe place, where together we can work through any life-transition and/or challenges that may be keeping you from moving forward. Together, we will find understanding, resiliency and strength. I offer you a supportive, non-judgmental and compassionate environment. I favor a collaborative and person-centered approach. You have already taken the most difficult step by recognizing the courage involved with asking for help. I look forward to working with you.
At Topfield Center, we've been providing equine-assisted services to clients with physical, psychological, and developmental disabilities since 2010. We're extremely excited to be adding traditional and equine-assisted therapies to our offerings for the whole community in 2023. If you'd like the option to include animals as part of taking care of your mental health, we're the place for you. TEC is a fully ADA-accessible facility, built FOR people living with disabilities, and serving ALL people (with and without disability).
At Topfield Center, we've been providing equine-assisted services to clients with physical, psychological, and developmental disabilities since 2010. We're extremely excited to be adding traditional and equine-assisted therapies to our offerings for the whole community in 2023. If you'd like the option to include animals as part of taking care of your mental health, we're the place for you. TEC is a fully ADA-accessible facility, built FOR people living with disabilities, and serving ALL people (with and without disability).
New York Creative Therapists
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, LCAT
Verified Verified
Garrison, NY 10524
Updated Sept 2023 • Openings in-person in Williamsburg, Brooklyn • Openings for Telehealth • Waitlist for our Cold Spring office • Therapy for Adults, Teens, Children 6-11, Parents and Families. Improve relationships, reduce anxiety, learn to regulate emotions, process traumatic events and reconnect to your own sense of competence and worth. We help people live happier, better connected, productive lives by combining the arts with proven psychotherapy treatment. In business for 16 years, we are licensed to practice psychotherapy and creative arts therapies.
Updated Sept 2023 • Openings in-person in Williamsburg, Brooklyn • Openings for Telehealth • Waitlist for our Cold Spring office • Therapy for Adults, Teens, Children 6-11, Parents and Families. Improve relationships, reduce anxiety, learn to regulate emotions, process traumatic events and reconnect to your own sense of competence and worth. We help people live happier, better connected, productive lives by combining the arts with proven psychotherapy treatment. In business for 16 years, we are licensed to practice psychotherapy and creative arts therapies.
I believe that many difficulties are related to our unconscious thoughts, feelings, and experiences, and the unhealthy defenses that we erect, usually in childhood, to protect ourselves against hurt. Once helpful, but now outdated, these defenses prevent self-awareness and the constructive resolution of our problems. These blocks to awareness can contribute to symptoms such as low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, addictive behaviors, etc. I can assist you in developing healthier coping skills, i.e, to identify your defenses, explore your underlying feelings, and rediscover your authentic self.
I believe that many difficulties are related to our unconscious thoughts, feelings, and experiences, and the unhealthy defenses that we erect, usually in childhood, to protect ourselves against hurt. Once helpful, but now outdated, these defenses prevent self-awareness and the constructive resolution of our problems. These blocks to awareness can contribute to symptoms such as low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, addictive behaviors, etc. I can assist you in developing healthier coping skills, i.e, to identify your defenses, explore your underlying feelings, and rediscover your authentic self.
Aida Paola Bekker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brewster, NY 10509 (Online Only)
I am bilingual/bicultural, graduate from Fordham University. I have specialized training in trauma and family violence with an emphasis on the study of victimology. My clinical experience is focused with treating children, adolescents and adult survivors of trauma. In addition to my work with this specialized population, I have treated adults presenting with marital conflict and individuals with concerns around anxiety, depression and difficulty with mood regulation. I place a strong emphasis on the patient being the change agent and focuses on bringing patient’s individual strengths and interests to the surface.
I am bilingual/bicultural, graduate from Fordham University. I have specialized training in trauma and family violence with an emphasis on the study of victimology. My clinical experience is focused with treating children, adolescents and adult survivors of trauma. In addition to my work with this specialized population, I have treated adults presenting with marital conflict and individuals with concerns around anxiety, depression and difficulty with mood regulation. I place a strong emphasis on the patient being the change agent and focuses on bringing patient’s individual strengths and interests to the surface.
Welcome! You are in the right place. You may have heard about Arch Psychological from your trusted physician, school staff or a friend. We are so glad that you found us! We are a small, locally owned and operated therapy group serving our community for over 20 years. We look forward to connecting with you and we know that you will feel the difference in our responsiveness and follow-through.
Welcome! You are in the right place. You may have heard about Arch Psychological from your trusted physician, school staff or a friend. We are so glad that you found us! We are a small, locally owned and operated therapy group serving our community for over 20 years. We look forward to connecting with you and we know that you will feel the difference in our responsiveness and follow-through.
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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.