Play Therapy in North Canton, OH
Jenna Humphries
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
North Canton, OH 44720
Waitlist for new clients
Beyond my schooling, I have additional training in grief interventions, sand tray and play therapies, and two trauma therapies: somatic experiencing and EMDR.
I having training in Somatic Experiencing and EMDR. Clients I serve struggle with effects of past traumatic events, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and the complex emotions related to grief.
Beyond my schooling, I have additional training in grief interventions, sand tray and play therapies, and two trauma therapies: somatic experiencing and EMDR.
I having training in Somatic Experiencing and EMDR. Clients I serve struggle with effects of past traumatic events, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and the complex emotions related to grief.
Hi there dad's & moms, my name is Julie! I know that things feel difficult right now or you wouldn't be seeking help for your kiddo. I want you to know this is the biggest step! If your child is struggling with issues such as ADHD, anxiety, depression or life itself, I want to help! Empowerment is the foundation of my treatment approach. I can help your child create goals that will allow them to find success in their lives. I know things feel overwhelming right now, but let me help. I use expressive art, play, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused therapy & Mindfulness as treatment approaches that will help your child heal.
Hi there dad's & moms, my name is Julie! I know that things feel difficult right now or you wouldn't be seeking help for your kiddo. I want you to know this is the biggest step! If your child is struggling with issues such as ADHD, anxiety, depression or life itself, I want to help! Empowerment is the foundation of my treatment approach. I can help your child create goals that will allow them to find success in their lives. I know things feel overwhelming right now, but let me help. I use expressive art, play, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused therapy & Mindfulness as treatment approaches that will help your child heal.
Dania M King
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA Ed, LPC, CLC
Verified Verified
North Canton, OH 44720
I understand starting therapy can be overwhelming, and I am here when you are ready to begin. I am a traditional and Christian faith-based clinician that utilizes brief solution focus therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered, motivational interviewing, bibliotherapy, positive psychology, mindfulness, and strength-based modalities. I offer online and in-person counseling services for children, adolescents, at-risk youth, adults, and families, experiencing anxiety and stress related disorders, PTSD, DV and IPV trauma, emotional regulation disorders, adjustment disorders, and family/parent-child adjustments.
I understand starting therapy can be overwhelming, and I am here when you are ready to begin. I am a traditional and Christian faith-based clinician that utilizes brief solution focus therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered, motivational interviewing, bibliotherapy, positive psychology, mindfulness, and strength-based modalities. I offer online and in-person counseling services for children, adolescents, at-risk youth, adults, and families, experiencing anxiety and stress related disorders, PTSD, DV and IPV trauma, emotional regulation disorders, adjustment disorders, and family/parent-child adjustments.
Katherine Pixley
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
North Canton, OH 44720 (Online Only)
Hello! I am a board-certified Dance/Movement Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I strive to assist my clients to move through challenging experiences by helping them with understanding the power of the mind/body connection. The hope is that once this connection is better understood, an individual can reconnect to their life fully. I have had the privilege to work in community, school, and hospital environments as well as private practice settings with children to adults.
Hello! I am a board-certified Dance/Movement Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I strive to assist my clients to move through challenging experiences by helping them with understanding the power of the mind/body connection. The hope is that once this connection is better understood, an individual can reconnect to their life fully. I have had the privilege to work in community, school, and hospital environments as well as private practice settings with children to adults.
Amanda Popik
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
North Canton, OH 44720
Everyone struggles with things that happen to them and around them, and sometimes it can be too much for one person to handle. That is why I am here. I am Amanda Popik, a therapist with North Canton Therapy Works where I specialize in working with individuals and couples who struggle to deal with trauma, anxiety, depression, stress management, communication skills, and personality disorders. While these things can be very impactful to your life, I can help you find ways to learn from it and continue to grow into the person you want to be.
Everyone struggles with things that happen to them and around them, and sometimes it can be too much for one person to handle. That is why I am here. I am Amanda Popik, a therapist with North Canton Therapy Works where I specialize in working with individuals and couples who struggle to deal with trauma, anxiety, depression, stress management, communication skills, and personality disorders. While these things can be very impactful to your life, I can help you find ways to learn from it and continue to grow into the person you want to be.
Tammy Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MATS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Canton, OH 44720
Waitlist for new clients
Every human is designed for relationships. Relationships assist in many aspects and seasons in our development as a person. However, trials and circumstances can disrupt our relationships through miscommunication, unfulfilled expectations, unmet needs, betrayal/infidelity, co-dependency, boundary issues-the list can be inexhaustible. Nevertheless, these circumstances are not the end. My mission and ministry as a therapist and a mentor entail coming alongside you to explore, educate, equip and encourage you on your journey into wholeness and to actualize the abundant life that has been destined for you.
Every human is designed for relationships. Relationships assist in many aspects and seasons in our development as a person. However, trials and circumstances can disrupt our relationships through miscommunication, unfulfilled expectations, unmet needs, betrayal/infidelity, co-dependency, boundary issues-the list can be inexhaustible. Nevertheless, these circumstances are not the end. My mission and ministry as a therapist and a mentor entail coming alongside you to explore, educate, equip and encourage you on your journey into wholeness and to actualize the abundant life that has been destined for you.
Taking the first steps to reach out can be intimidating but I’m here to meet you where you’re at, determine what you need, and walk the next steps of your healing journey with you. I enjoy working with all ages and have worked in a variety of settings. I take a non judgmental, trauma informed, client centered, holistic approach to treating mostly trauma, anxiety, behavioral, and mood disorders. I am trained in EMDR, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, stress management, attachment, LGBTQ+ support, teen/young adult issues, self harm/crisis, grief, and more. No problem is too big or too small, I believe anyone can benefit, with the right fit.
Taking the first steps to reach out can be intimidating but I’m here to meet you where you’re at, determine what you need, and walk the next steps of your healing journey with you. I enjoy working with all ages and have worked in a variety of settings. I take a non judgmental, trauma informed, client centered, holistic approach to treating mostly trauma, anxiety, behavioral, and mood disorders. I am trained in EMDR, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, stress management, attachment, LGBTQ+ support, teen/young adult issues, self harm/crisis, grief, and more. No problem is too big or too small, I believe anyone can benefit, with the right fit.
Life can get so full of things that take away from what's important. If you've got questions-- good! Sounds like you are ready to find your answers! Let's explore this path for a more fulfilling, enjoyable journey! Let's take time for what's important and bring clarity in your life back into focus. Faith is important and we include this if you are open to it.
Life can get so full of things that take away from what's important. If you've got questions-- good! Sounds like you are ready to find your answers! Let's explore this path for a more fulfilling, enjoyable journey! Let's take time for what's important and bring clarity in your life back into focus. Faith is important and we include this if you are open to it.
North Canton Therapy Works, LLC
Counselor, PCC-S, LICDC, LISW, PhD
Verified Verified
North Canton, OH 44720
We have several experienced therapists in our office with decades of experience. We are happy to help you find the therapist that is the best fit for your individual or family needs. Our mission is to provide a non-judgmental and caring therapeutic environment that fosters personal growth and treatment success. It is our goal to empower each of our clients to achieve their goals and to improve their overall quality of life.
We have several experienced therapists in our office with decades of experience. We are happy to help you find the therapist that is the best fit for your individual or family needs. Our mission is to provide a non-judgmental and caring therapeutic environment that fosters personal growth and treatment success. It is our goal to empower each of our clients to achieve their goals and to improve their overall quality of life.
Talk It Out Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
North Canton, OH 44720
Therapy is completely normal and helpful when you find the right therapist for YOU! Finding such a therapist can feel overwhelming, scary and even hopeless. I assure you, those thoughts and feelings are normal. Depression and anxiety can be debilitating and scary. You feel alone and helpless; like no one understands you or what you're experiencing. Career, family, children, friendships, marriage and relationships suffer making you feel even more alone; and lost in the dark world that only you can see and feel. Please, give yourself the gift of therapy. I can help you work towards a healthier and happier you.
Therapy is completely normal and helpful when you find the right therapist for YOU! Finding such a therapist can feel overwhelming, scary and even hopeless. I assure you, those thoughts and feelings are normal. Depression and anxiety can be debilitating and scary. You feel alone and helpless; like no one understands you or what you're experiencing. Career, family, children, friendships, marriage and relationships suffer making you feel even more alone; and lost in the dark world that only you can see and feel. Please, give yourself the gift of therapy. I can help you work towards a healthier and happier you.
Wellness Grove
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LPCC, PMH-C, LICDC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
North Canton, OH 44720
Wellness Grove offers the most advanced, professional, and streamlined mental health and wellness services to the community and beyond. We provide individual, couples, and family counseling sessions that can be attended in-person or remotely through telehealth. Additionally, we offer various mental health and wellness programs to businesses and organizations, as well as mental health providers. Our services are for everyone.
Wellness Grove offers the most advanced, professional, and streamlined mental health and wellness services to the community and beyond. We provide individual, couples, and family counseling sessions that can be attended in-person or remotely through telehealth. Additionally, we offer various mental health and wellness programs to businesses and organizations, as well as mental health providers. Our services are for everyone.
Christina Smith (pronouns: she/her) is a counselor trainee who works with children, adolescents, adults, groups and families. Her specialty interests include: children’s and adolescent issues, trauma, women’s issues, family conflict, and integrating creativity and positive psychology into counseling practice. She utilizes treatment approaches that are evidence-based and uniquely tailored to each client.
Christina Smith (pronouns: she/her) is a counselor trainee who works with children, adolescents, adults, groups and families. Her specialty interests include: children’s and adolescent issues, trauma, women’s issues, family conflict, and integrating creativity and positive psychology into counseling practice. She utilizes treatment approaches that are evidence-based and uniquely tailored to each client.
Chantelle Butler (pronouns: she/her) is a licensed social worker who works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Her specialty interests include: girls’ and women’s issues, perinatal and postpartum issues, geriatric and aging issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, and personality disorders. She is passionate about integrating creativity and positive psychology into counseling practice, as well as treatment approaches that are evidence-based and uniquely tailored to each client.
Chantelle Butler (pronouns: she/her) is a licensed social worker who works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Her specialty interests include: girls’ and women’s issues, perinatal and postpartum issues, geriatric and aging issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, and personality disorders. She is passionate about integrating creativity and positive psychology into counseling practice, as well as treatment approaches that are evidence-based and uniquely tailored to each client.
Katherine “Katie” Kirkholder (pronouns: she/her) is an experienced clinical intern with CT status who works with adults, adolescents, and children. She is studying to become a licensed professional counselor and art therapist. Her specialty interests include: mood and personality disorders, depression, anxiety, coping skills, trauma, self-harm, girls’ and women’s issues, and overall health and wellness. She utilizes treatment approaches that are uniquely tailored to each client.
Katherine “Katie” Kirkholder (pronouns: she/her) is an experienced clinical intern with CT status who works with adults, adolescents, and children. She is studying to become a licensed professional counselor and art therapist. Her specialty interests include: mood and personality disorders, depression, anxiety, coping skills, trauma, self-harm, girls’ and women’s issues, and overall health and wellness. She utilizes treatment approaches that are uniquely tailored to each client.
Natalie Cross-Ketler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
North Canton, OH 44720
Natalie Cross-Ketler (pronouns: she/her) is an experienced licensed professional counselor who works with young adults and women. Her specialty interests include: complex trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder, religious/spiritual abuse, sexual and physical abuse, dissociative disorders, and personality disorders. She utilizes trauma- informed treatment approaches that are evidence-based and uniquely tailored to each client.
Natalie Cross-Ketler (pronouns: she/her) is an experienced licensed professional counselor who works with young adults and women. Her specialty interests include: complex trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder, religious/spiritual abuse, sexual and physical abuse, dissociative disorders, and personality disorders. She utilizes trauma- informed treatment approaches that are evidence-based and uniquely tailored to each client.
Rachel Tassile
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LSW, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
North Canton, OH 44720
Rachel Tassile (pronouns: she/her) is an experienced licensed social worker who works with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Her specialty interests include: PTSD and trauma, first-responder trauma, ADHD, autism, foster care and adoption transitions and issues, and LGBTQIA+ issues. She ensures that her treatment, which is rooted in evidence-based and trauma-informed practice, is tailored to the needs of clients.
Rachel Tassile (pronouns: she/her) is an experienced licensed social worker who works with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Her specialty interests include: PTSD and trauma, first-responder trauma, ADHD, autism, foster care and adoption transitions and issues, and LGBTQIA+ issues. She ensures that her treatment, which is rooted in evidence-based and trauma-informed practice, is tailored to the needs of clients.
Wellness Grove offers the most advanced, professional, and streamlined mental health and wellness services to the community and beyond. We provide individual, couples, and family counseling sessions that can be attended in-person or remotely through telehealth. Additionally, we offer various mental health and wellness programs to businesses and organizations, as well as mental health providers. Our services are for everyone.
Wellness Grove offers the most advanced, professional, and streamlined mental health and wellness services to the community and beyond. We provide individual, couples, and family counseling sessions that can be attended in-person or remotely through telehealth. Additionally, we offer various mental health and wellness programs to businesses and organizations, as well as mental health providers. Our services are for everyone.
Jessica Stephens (pronouns: she/her) is an experienced licensed professional counselor who works with adults. Her specialty interests include working with a wide variety of clients including, but not limited to, young adult life transitions as well as women’s issues. Her interests also include working with self-esteem and body image issues, career counseling and development, social/emotional issues, cognitive and developmental disabilities, grief/loss, depression/anxiety, trauma/trauma related issues, struggles with addiction, intimate partner violence, and relationship/attachment issues.
Jessica Stephens (pronouns: she/her) is an experienced licensed professional counselor who works with adults. Her specialty interests include working with a wide variety of clients including, but not limited to, young adult life transitions as well as women’s issues. Her interests also include working with self-esteem and body image issues, career counseling and development, social/emotional issues, cognitive and developmental disabilities, grief/loss, depression/anxiety, trauma/trauma related issues, struggles with addiction, intimate partner violence, and relationship/attachment issues.
Jamie Sevenbergen (pronouns: she/her) is an experienced licensed professional clinical counselor supervisor who works with early adolescents, teenagers, and emerging adults. Her specialty interests include ADHD and executive functioning issues, depression, anxiety, and trauma. She utilizes treatment approaches that are evidence-based and uniquely tailored to each client.
Jamie Sevenbergen (pronouns: she/her) is an experienced licensed professional clinical counselor supervisor who works with early adolescents, teenagers, and emerging adults. Her specialty interests include ADHD and executive functioning issues, depression, anxiety, and trauma. She utilizes treatment approaches that are evidence-based and uniquely tailored to each client.
Brendan M. Rowe (pronouns: he/him) is a licensed professional counselor who works with children, adolescents, and adults. His specialty interests include trauma and dissociation, boys’ and men’s issues, and LGBTQIA+ counseling. He utilizes treatment approaches that are evidence-based, trauma-informed, and tailored to each client.
Brendan M. Rowe (pronouns: he/him) is a licensed professional counselor who works with children, adolescents, and adults. His specialty interests include trauma and dissociation, boys’ and men’s issues, and LGBTQIA+ counseling. He utilizes treatment approaches that are evidence-based, trauma-informed, and tailored to each client.
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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.