Therapists in Oklahoma
Natalie Cleverdon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Edmond, OK 73013
I have training in Play Therapy, EMDR, CBT and Emotion Focused Therapy, among other approaches that I use when working with children, adolescents, families and couples.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, lonely, hurt, angry or confused, then you are taking a brave step in the direction of change. Whether you are experiencing marital strain, family stress or conflict, uncertainty in parenting or just need a safe place to sort through your thoughts and feelings, I am here to help. I love this work and I'm honored to hear your story and walk alongside you as you take steps toward more joy, peace and stability in your life.
I have training in Play Therapy, EMDR, CBT and Emotion Focused Therapy, among other approaches that I use when working with children, adolescents, families and couples.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, lonely, hurt, angry or confused, then you are taking a brave step in the direction of change. Whether you are experiencing marital strain, family stress or conflict, uncertainty in parenting or just need a safe place to sort through your thoughts and feelings, I am here to help. I love this work and I'm honored to hear your story and walk alongside you as you take steps toward more joy, peace and stability in your life.
Therapeutic Services Inc. P.C. - Wakie Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74105
YOUR well-being is my primary focus. The desired outcome is YOUR ability to maintain healthy resolutions to psychological issues or life stressors. Compassionate professional counseling is provided for children (utilizing play therapy techniques), teens, adults, and families with relational issues, emotional disturbances, trauma, depression, anxiety, and life stressors. The thrust of my eclectic approach is to ENHANCE the quality of YOUR WELL-BEING.
YOUR well-being is my primary focus. The desired outcome is YOUR ability to maintain healthy resolutions to psychological issues or life stressors. Compassionate professional counseling is provided for children (utilizing play therapy techniques), teens, adults, and families with relational issues, emotional disturbances, trauma, depression, anxiety, and life stressors. The thrust of my eclectic approach is to ENHANCE the quality of YOUR WELL-BEING.
FSC Kids
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Oklahoma City, OK 73120
FSC Kids is dedicated to providing quality play-based therapy and mental health services to help kids, adolescents, and families more effectively navigate the complexities and challenges of life. We have adequately equipped our therapists with the proper space and tools essential to meeting the goals established by each individual client. One unique aspect of our facility is our fully functional play therapy and sandtray rooms. These rooms will be utilized at therapists’ discretion based on the treatment plan of the child, teen, and/or family.
FSC Kids is dedicated to providing quality play-based therapy and mental health services to help kids, adolescents, and families more effectively navigate the complexities and challenges of life. We have adequately equipped our therapists with the proper space and tools essential to meeting the goals established by each individual client. One unique aspect of our facility is our fully functional play therapy and sandtray rooms. These rooms will be utilized at therapists’ discretion based on the treatment plan of the child, teen, and/or family.
Simonne Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74108
I offer play therapy for children ages 3 to 18.
I work with children, adolescents, young female adults whom are in distress, confused and need help with coping skills. I assist with helping them understand what happened, who they are and where they are going. Talking with someone other than family helps. It helps to not feel judged and feel accepted. We all have a place where we belong.
I offer play therapy for children ages 3 to 18.
I work with children, adolescents, young female adults whom are in distress, confused and need help with coping skills. I assist with helping them understand what happened, who they are and where they are going. Talking with someone other than family helps. It helps to not feel judged and feel accepted. We all have a place where we belong.
Julie Perna
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Oklahoma City, OK 73120
This includes the use of a play therapy room for work with children and, if you request, taking a specifically Christian focus in counseling.
Are you or your child struggling with relationships, grief, depression, or anxiety? Do you need direction as you navigate a difficult life circumstance? Change is possible, there is hope, and I'd love to help.
This includes the use of a play therapy room for work with children and, if you request, taking a specifically Christian focus in counseling.
Are you or your child struggling with relationships, grief, depression, or anxiety? Do you need direction as you navigate a difficult life circumstance? Change is possible, there is hope, and I'd love to help.
Cristy L. Tucker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jenks, OK 74037
For children, this includes using expressive therapies (play, art).
I believe in bringing hope and perspective to people's lives. I have a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and over 20 years experience helping people of all ages, parents and families become more successful in their lives and relationships. One of my passions is assisting parents with fostering growth and joy-filled relationships in their homes. I enjoy providing therapy to individuals ages 6 and up - assisting them with removing barriers to success and providing tools to help them succeed in everyday life. I currently offer in office services, teletherapy services and faith based services on request.
For children, this includes using expressive therapies (play, art).
I believe in bringing hope and perspective to people's lives. I have a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and over 20 years experience helping people of all ages, parents and families become more successful in their lives and relationships. One of my passions is assisting parents with fostering growth and joy-filled relationships in their homes. I enjoy providing therapy to individuals ages 6 and up - assisting them with removing barriers to success and providing tools to help them succeed in everyday life. I currently offer in office services, teletherapy services and faith based services on request.
Elodie Birdwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Broken Arrow, OK 74012
I specialize in ACRA, Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach, a 14 week teen substance abuse program, Trauma Focuses CBT, and Play therapy.
NOW OFFERING BRAINSPOTTING! Hi! I am glad you found my profile! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression and isolation. Are you worried about your family and choices being made? Is your Family in crisis and feeling stuck, and need help with problem solving? Are you struggling with past trauma, self esteem and addictions and you do not know where to turn? I would love to help you to cope with sadness and feelings of frustrations and anxiety. Extensive experience working with families in crisis, five years as a school based therapist working with teens struggling with trauma, motivation, self esteem and substance abuse.
I specialize in ACRA, Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach, a 14 week teen substance abuse program, Trauma Focuses CBT, and Play therapy.
NOW OFFERING BRAINSPOTTING! Hi! I am glad you found my profile! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression and isolation. Are you worried about your family and choices being made? Is your Family in crisis and feeling stuck, and need help with problem solving? Are you struggling with past trauma, self esteem and addictions and you do not know where to turn? I would love to help you to cope with sadness and feelings of frustrations and anxiety. Extensive experience working with families in crisis, five years as a school based therapist working with teens struggling with trauma, motivation, self esteem and substance abuse.
True North Life Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Owasso, OK 74055
I use CBT, EMDR and play therapy.
Many individuals, adults, children and teens included, are affected by stress, trauma, unexpected life events and major life transitions or change. My work is dedicated toward seeing individuals succeed in life and achieve their God-given dreams, purpose and calling, by coming alongside individuals, couples and families to assist them to successfully navigate through life's challenges. I hope very much to help bring order and a sense of peace into chaos, in the situations individuals may be facing, that will help them heal, or to make changes or decisions with greater clarity and assuredness of better results.
I use CBT, EMDR and play therapy.
Many individuals, adults, children and teens included, are affected by stress, trauma, unexpected life events and major life transitions or change. My work is dedicated toward seeing individuals succeed in life and achieve their God-given dreams, purpose and calling, by coming alongside individuals, couples and families to assist them to successfully navigate through life's challenges. I hope very much to help bring order and a sense of peace into chaos, in the situations individuals may be facing, that will help them heal, or to make changes or decisions with greater clarity and assuredness of better results.
Michelle Gatewood
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Edmond, OK 73034
Looking for positive change, esteem building or setting new goals? Registered Play Therapist.
Is your child struggling with anxiety. Are you feeling exhausted as a parent? Is your teen overwhelmed? I work with children, teens, and adults to overcome obstacles and develop coping skills that equip and promote positive personal growth. Are you dealing with an aging parent or struggling with the empty nest? Learning new strategies and taking the first steps towards a simple goal can drastically change a difficulty into hope and restoration. I have 25 years of experience with parenting and 30 years in marriage.
Looking for positive change, esteem building or setting new goals? Registered Play Therapist.
Is your child struggling with anxiety. Are you feeling exhausted as a parent? Is your teen overwhelmed? I work with children, teens, and adults to overcome obstacles and develop coping skills that equip and promote positive personal growth. Are you dealing with an aging parent or struggling with the empty nest? Learning new strategies and taking the first steps towards a simple goal can drastically change a difficulty into hope and restoration. I have 25 years of experience with parenting and 30 years in marriage.
Julie Garrett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CH, BAS
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74135
I am trained in EMDR, Trauma Focused CBT, Hypnosis, Grief & Loss, Crisis Intervention, Adoption, Play Therapy, Behavior Management, and am a Board Approved Supervisor.
My goal in counseling is to create a comfortable and trusting environment to explore areas of life that are challenging, stressful or ineffective. My style is compassionate, encouraging and motivating. Through individual oriented services that utilize research-validated treatment approaches, I strive to empower clients to increase self-worth and gain new insights of possible solutions. My focus is on the client's experience and assisting each person to achieve their goals. Treatment is confidential, person-centered and strength based.
I am trained in EMDR, Trauma Focused CBT, Hypnosis, Grief & Loss, Crisis Intervention, Adoption, Play Therapy, Behavior Management, and am a Board Approved Supervisor.
My goal in counseling is to create a comfortable and trusting environment to explore areas of life that are challenging, stressful or ineffective. My style is compassionate, encouraging and motivating. Through individual oriented services that utilize research-validated treatment approaches, I strive to empower clients to increase self-worth and gain new insights of possible solutions. My focus is on the client's experience and assisting each person to achieve their goals. Treatment is confidential, person-centered and strength based.
Lisa Jacobson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Edmond, OK 73013
I use traditional methods of talk therapy as well as play therapy and sand tray therapy to address emotional and behavioral issues.
Therapy for Children, Teens, Young Adults, and Women. Are you or your family struggling and feel like it’s just too much to handle alone? Are you concerned about your child’s mood or behavior? Are you a teen or young adult who is battling anxiety or feeling like everyone else has it all figured out? Are you struggling with finding balance or being able to juggle it all? Together we will make a plan to empower you to find healing and reach your specific goals. I provide a safe space with support and guidance to enhance well-being, improve relationships, and grow into your true authentic self.
I use traditional methods of talk therapy as well as play therapy and sand tray therapy to address emotional and behavioral issues.
Therapy for Children, Teens, Young Adults, and Women. Are you or your family struggling and feel like it’s just too much to handle alone? Are you concerned about your child’s mood or behavior? Are you a teen or young adult who is battling anxiety or feeling like everyone else has it all figured out? Are you struggling with finding balance or being able to juggle it all? Together we will make a plan to empower you to find healing and reach your specific goals. I provide a safe space with support and guidance to enhance well-being, improve relationships, and grow into your true authentic self.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPC-S, RPT-S, CCPS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jenks, OK 74037 (Online Only)
As a Registered Play Therapist and Certified Child & Parenting Specialist I use a lot of expresssive therapies with children and adolescents.
I work with the whole family in my private practice - individual, couples & families. I love helping families develop closer, healthy relationships and individuals to become strong and confident. As a seasoned Licensed Marital & Family Therapist I help couples who with better communication, how to resolve conflicts in a healthy manner and to reconnect and develop a closer relationship. I also do premarital counseling. As a LPC and a Clinical EFT Certified Practitioner I assist with strategies to deal with anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, grief and individual well being. I will tailor your therapy to fit your individual needs.
As a Registered Play Therapist and Certified Child & Parenting Specialist I use a lot of expresssive therapies with children and adolescents.
I work with the whole family in my private practice - individual, couples & families. I love helping families develop closer, healthy relationships and individuals to become strong and confident. As a seasoned Licensed Marital & Family Therapist I help couples who with better communication, how to resolve conflicts in a healthy manner and to reconnect and develop a closer relationship. I also do premarital counseling. As a LPC and a Clinical EFT Certified Practitioner I assist with strategies to deal with anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, grief and individual well being. I will tailor your therapy to fit your individual needs.
U2Excel-N-Life
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC , RPT
Verified Verified
Oklahoma City, OK 73162
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a member of American Counseling Association (ACA), a registered Play Therapist (RPT), and have 30 plus years of experience in areas of education.
YES, There IS HOPE! Let’s talk about how we can walk together on your journey toward success, while shedding off some weights referred to as pain, anxiety, fear, depression, loneliness, anger, and insecurity along the path. Yes, there are methods to assist you with gaining strength, wisdom, knowledge, courage, self confidence, setting goals, and coping skills to use along this journey of life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a member of American Counseling Association (ACA), a registered Play Therapist (RPT), and have 30 plus years of experience in areas of education.
YES, There IS HOPE! Let’s talk about how we can walk together on your journey toward success, while shedding off some weights referred to as pain, anxiety, fear, depression, loneliness, anger, and insecurity along the path. Yes, there are methods to assist you with gaining strength, wisdom, knowledge, courage, self confidence, setting goals, and coping skills to use along this journey of life.
Melissa Findley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmond, OK 73013
As a registered play therapist, I use play to help children explore emotions, deal with unresolved trauma, and learn new coping mechanisms to redirect inappropriate behaviors.
Children often do not have the words or the ability to tell you what is going on with them, how they feel or why they are acting the way they are. I work with children ages 12 and under who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and problem behaviors. My goal is allow them to communicate in their own way, through play, to process and resolve trauma, explore emotions and learn ways to redirect inappropriate behaviors.
As a registered play therapist, I use play to help children explore emotions, deal with unresolved trauma, and learn new coping mechanisms to redirect inappropriate behaviors.
Children often do not have the words or the ability to tell you what is going on with them, how they feel or why they are acting the way they are. I work with children ages 12 and under who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and problem behaviors. My goal is allow them to communicate in their own way, through play, to process and resolve trauma, explore emotions and learn ways to redirect inappropriate behaviors.
Elizabeth D Weingart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Edmond, OK 73003
I provide individual therapy for men, women, and children as well as family and play therapy.
My name is Liz Weingart and I have been working with adults, children, and families for over 25 years. I began my career as a home-based family therapist working to keep at risk children in their homes. This position allowed me the opportunity to work with children with a wide range of diagnoses, such as Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Depressive Disorders, various Anxiety Disorders, and Aspergers Disorder. While working with adolescents and young adults, I have provided treatment for suicidal ideation, self-mutilating behaviors, and eating disorders.
I provide individual therapy for men, women, and children as well as family and play therapy.
My name is Liz Weingart and I have been working with adults, children, and families for over 25 years. I began my career as a home-based family therapist working to keep at risk children in their homes. This position allowed me the opportunity to work with children with a wide range of diagnoses, such as Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Depressive Disorders, various Anxiety Disorders, and Aspergers Disorder. While working with adolescents and young adults, I have provided treatment for suicidal ideation, self-mutilating behaviors, and eating disorders.
Billie G Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mustang, OK 73064
Waitlist for new clients
Play Therapy is my primary approach to working with young children, as it allows them to express their thoughts, feelings, and challenges.
Life presents so many challenges for parents, such as work stress, family discord, finances, and parenting issues. Parenting is the most challenging, yet rewarding work anyone will ever do. Sometimes we all need help in this area. Children can be met with their own set of life's challenges from school difficulties, social media interference, and bullying. There are times that we need help individually to deal with our particular life's challenges, some of which can interfere with our family cohesiveness. Your goal may be to improve your outlook, process trauma, improve family dynamics, or you just need to talk.
Play Therapy is my primary approach to working with young children, as it allows them to express their thoughts, feelings, and challenges.
Life presents so many challenges for parents, such as work stress, family discord, finances, and parenting issues. Parenting is the most challenging, yet rewarding work anyone will ever do. Sometimes we all need help in this area. Children can be met with their own set of life's challenges from school difficulties, social media interference, and bullying. There are times that we need help individually to deal with our particular life's challenges, some of which can interfere with our family cohesiveness. Your goal may be to improve your outlook, process trauma, improve family dynamics, or you just need to talk.
Tiffany Mushegan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, RPT, ITR-TTS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74105
I am a Registered Play Therapist and play is my primary modality when working with children.
I have been working in the mental health field for more than 20 years. I am passionate about helping children and teens from hard places who have been through trauma, including those who have been adopted or in the foster care system. I also love helping their families learn more about how to help their children and be the best parent possible. My goal is to help people who have experienced trauma in the past and need help in order to succeed in the future with healthier coping mechanisms and relationships.
I am a Registered Play Therapist and play is my primary modality when working with children.
I have been working in the mental health field for more than 20 years. I am passionate about helping children and teens from hard places who have been through trauma, including those who have been adopted or in the foster care system. I also love helping their families learn more about how to help their children and be the best parent possible. My goal is to help people who have experienced trauma in the past and need help in order to succeed in the future with healthier coping mechanisms and relationships.
Allison Canton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHR, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmond, OK 73034
Being a Registered Play Therapist, I love working with families.
As your therapist, I will work beside you to create the changes you desire. I have experience working with children and families through the School System as a School Counselor/Art Educator. Building relationships are essential to my practice. I believe therapy can be achieved through different approaches including play and art! I am a Registered Play Therapist with additional training in Art Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness.
Being a Registered Play Therapist, I love working with families.
As your therapist, I will work beside you to create the changes you desire. I have experience working with children and families through the School System as a School Counselor/Art Educator. Building relationships are essential to my practice. I believe therapy can be achieved through different approaches including play and art! I am a Registered Play Therapist with additional training in Art Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness.
Anchored In Hope, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHR, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74133
Areas of focus include but are not limited to: adult and child counseling, couples and parenting. ADHD/ADD, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Perinatal & Postpartum mental health, OCD, Self harm, eating disorders, play therapy, EMDR, Sex Therapy, Grief & Loss, family therapy, pain management, life transitions, neuro-developmental disorders, combat trauma, bi-polar, ODD, women's issues, self esteem, and many more. Call for details to determine which of our amazing practitioners will be the best fit for your needs.
Areas of focus include but are not limited to: adult and child counseling, couples and parenting. ADHD/ADD, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Perinatal & Postpartum mental health, OCD, Self harm, eating disorders, play therapy, EMDR, Sex Therapy, Grief & Loss, family therapy, pain management, life transitions, neuro-developmental disorders, combat trauma, bi-polar, ODD, women's issues, self esteem, and many more. Call for details to determine which of our amazing practitioners will be the best fit for your needs.
Amanda Kate Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Broken Arrow, OK 74012
I offer various techniques and strategies through the therapeutic process such as psychotherapy, psychoeducation, art therapy, and play techniques to help clients and their families feel heard, supported, and encouraged.
My primary passion and area of focus is children of divorce, blended families, and healing marriages. I have been working within this area of interest professionally since 2010, with personal experiences of having a blended family since 2005. Then opening Anchor of Hope in 2018 to help other families. Treatment often includes both individual and family counseling with a focus on grief following a divorce, strengthening and healing biological family relationships, and understanding and encouraging the process of blending that often takes place through remarriage and other life transitions, such as new siblings, moving, etc.
I offer various techniques and strategies through the therapeutic process such as psychotherapy, psychoeducation, art therapy, and play techniques to help clients and their families feel heard, supported, and encouraged.
My primary passion and area of focus is children of divorce, blended families, and healing marriages. I have been working within this area of interest professionally since 2010, with personal experiences of having a blended family since 2005. Then opening Anchor of Hope in 2018 to help other families. Treatment often includes both individual and family counseling with a focus on grief following a divorce, strengthening and healing biological family relationships, and understanding and encouraging the process of blending that often takes place through remarriage and other life transitions, such as new siblings, moving, etc.
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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.