Play Therapy in Greenville, RI
Amy Ferreira
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenville, RI 02828
The unique treatments I offer include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Sand Tray and Art Therapy, Play Therapy, and body centered treatment including yoga.
My ideal client wants to grow and heal and needs support and guidance. My approach to healing is client-centered and directed, strengths-based, and holistic. I utilize my love for the arts, music, and sensory experiences to help my clients (children or adults) process the highs and lows of life; befriend themselves and learn not to fear the life they have been given or have yet to create. Life is full of therapeutic experiences, and I aim to assist you or your loved one in healing through creativity, connection, and community.
The unique treatments I offer include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Sand Tray and Art Therapy, Play Therapy, and body centered treatment including yoga.
My ideal client wants to grow and heal and needs support and guidance. My approach to healing is client-centered and directed, strengths-based, and holistic. I utilize my love for the arts, music, and sensory experiences to help my clients (children or adults) process the highs and lows of life; befriend themselves and learn not to fear the life they have been given or have yet to create. Life is full of therapeutic experiences, and I aim to assist you or your loved one in healing through creativity, connection, and community.
We currently have day time and early afternoon openings for new clients. We are a small group of clinicians with experience supporting adults, adolescents, and children struggling with various mental health difficulties, families struggling with parenting and difficult relationships, and survivors of trauma. We assist clients to process the emotional highs and lows of their experiences, to build coping, self care, and problem solving skills, and to improve their relationships. We use a person-centered approach to help clients feel self-empowered and build happier, more fulfilling lives.
We currently have day time and early afternoon openings for new clients. We are a small group of clinicians with experience supporting adults, adolescents, and children struggling with various mental health difficulties, families struggling with parenting and difficult relationships, and survivors of trauma. We assist clients to process the emotional highs and lows of their experiences, to build coping, self care, and problem solving skills, and to improve their relationships. We use a person-centered approach to help clients feel self-empowered and build happier, more fulfilling lives.
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I am a Licensed Child and Family Behavioral Therapist and received my Master's from New England College. I have been working with children, couples and families for over 18 years. I have spent the past 16 years using Behavioral Play Therapy with Preschool children, as well as with families utilizing a variety of treatment modalities which include Family Systems and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. Issues I have years of experience treating both ADHD and ODD in young children. Over my eighteen years of experience, I have developed an unrelenting passion to help my clients achieve their personal goals.
I am a Licensed Child and Family Behavioral Therapist and received my Master's from New England College. I have been working with children, couples and families for over 18 years. I have spent the past 16 years using Behavioral Play Therapy with Preschool children, as well as with families utilizing a variety of treatment modalities which include Family Systems and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. Issues I have years of experience treating both ADHD and ODD in young children. Over my eighteen years of experience, I have developed an unrelenting passion to help my clients achieve their personal goals.
This includes play, theatre, art and story telling therapies for children, which is modified for teens.
As both a thanatologist and certified grief counselor and a former hospice volunteer I find bereavement and end of life counseling is where I belong. It is humbling and gratifying; I am privileged to work with grieving a loss, both expected or traumatic, as well as spending the remaining months of an individual's life with them.I am also certified in complicated grief and hold a certificate in Psychological Autopsy autopsy. Moreover, I am a certified death doula.
This includes play, theatre, art and story telling therapies for children, which is modified for teens.
As both a thanatologist and certified grief counselor and a former hospice volunteer I find bereavement and end of life counseling is where I belong. It is humbling and gratifying; I am privileged to work with grieving a loss, both expected or traumatic, as well as spending the remaining months of an individual's life with them.I am also certified in complicated grief and hold a certificate in Psychological Autopsy autopsy. Moreover, I am a certified death doula.
Syd LaBonte (Loiselle)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CACYFSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincoln, RI 02865
Syd provides integrative individual and family counseling utilizing attachment-based therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, narrative therapy, and non-directive play therapy.
Fall 2024 - Accepting new clients with after school availability. Syd is an experienced individual and family therapist with over six years of practice in various settings, including home, community, & office based care. Syd has worked extensively with children, youth, and families dealing with attachment disruptions, trauma, and chronic mental illness. Specializing in client-centered, strengths-based care for youth ages 7-18, Syd's areas of expertise include gender-affirming therapy, trauma, family conflict, self-harm and suicidality, and educational advocacy.
Syd provides integrative individual and family counseling utilizing attachment-based therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, narrative therapy, and non-directive play therapy.
Fall 2024 - Accepting new clients with after school availability. Syd is an experienced individual and family therapist with over six years of practice in various settings, including home, community, & office based care. Syd has worked extensively with children, youth, and families dealing with attachment disruptions, trauma, and chronic mental illness. Specializing in client-centered, strengths-based care for youth ages 7-18, Syd's areas of expertise include gender-affirming therapy, trauma, family conflict, self-harm and suicidality, and educational advocacy.
As an adult who survived severe childhood trauma, I believe in the power of play for children as well as adults! Art, music, and creativity often bring out the best in all of us whether we realize it is happening or not.
My ideal client would be someone who has found themselves stuck and needs support from someone outside their circle to help give them that push needed to be the best version of themselves. Another passion of mine is the family unit. Especially after the pandemic, families are having a hard time establishing a routine again. Often children are exhibiting resistant behaviors that cause family stress. I work with the family as a whole to establish a routine of nurturing and consistent boundaries that work to get everyone back on track to a nice family flow for everyone.
As an adult who survived severe childhood trauma, I believe in the power of play for children as well as adults! Art, music, and creativity often bring out the best in all of us whether we realize it is happening or not.
My ideal client would be someone who has found themselves stuck and needs support from someone outside their circle to help give them that push needed to be the best version of themselves. Another passion of mine is the family unit. Especially after the pandemic, families are having a hard time establishing a routine again. Often children are exhibiting resistant behaviors that cause family stress. I work with the family as a whole to establish a routine of nurturing and consistent boundaries that work to get everyone back on track to a nice family flow for everyone.
Openings for child therapy group. My experience includes work with children, adolescents, and adults. While I embrace a psychodynamic approach, I also use cognitive-behavioral practices, mindfulness, relaxation training, and play therapy. I work with my clients to examine their life, build coping skills, heal emotionally, and deepen their relationships with themselves and others. I am especially experienced in assisting with grief, depression, anxiety, PTSD, adjustment disorders, transitional and behavioral difficulties, and relationship difficulties. I honor the privilege of being part of one’s healing journey and life story.
Openings for child therapy group. My experience includes work with children, adolescents, and adults. While I embrace a psychodynamic approach, I also use cognitive-behavioral practices, mindfulness, relaxation training, and play therapy. I work with my clients to examine their life, build coping skills, heal emotionally, and deepen their relationships with themselves and others. I am especially experienced in assisting with grief, depression, anxiety, PTSD, adjustment disorders, transitional and behavioral difficulties, and relationship difficulties. I honor the privilege of being part of one’s healing journey and life story.
I understand how crucial it is to find the right therapist. In sessions with children, I utilize play and art therapy to help express emotions stemming from adjustment issues, anxiety, family dynamic related issues, or traumatic experiences. With adults, I will always meet you where you are, because how you show up today, is enough.
I understand how crucial it is to find the right therapist. In sessions with children, I utilize play and art therapy to help express emotions stemming from adjustment issues, anxiety, family dynamic related issues, or traumatic experiences. With adults, I will always meet you where you are, because how you show up today, is enough.
The Counseling Center at JCS
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02904
Services Include • Individual and Family – In person and/or telehealth • Case management • Ages 3 and up - Specialties include: Seniors, Art Therapy, Child Play therapy, Grief therapy, Trauma-Informed Care.
Accepting New Clients! For more than 50 years, The Counseling Center at JCS in Providence has offered hope and help to anyone facing life challenges. As a multidisciplinary team, we have decades of experience providing mental health services in both community and private practice settings. We provide counseling services to seniors, adults, adolescents, children, and families with a wide range of concerns, including, but not limited to: feeling overwhelmed, depressed mood, panic or anxiety, grief and loss, adjusting to life transitions and developmental stages, identity development, trauma recovery, etc.
Services Include • Individual and Family – In person and/or telehealth • Case management • Ages 3 and up - Specialties include: Seniors, Art Therapy, Child Play therapy, Grief therapy, Trauma-Informed Care.
Accepting New Clients! For more than 50 years, The Counseling Center at JCS in Providence has offered hope and help to anyone facing life challenges. As a multidisciplinary team, we have decades of experience providing mental health services in both community and private practice settings. We provide counseling services to seniors, adults, adolescents, children, and families with a wide range of concerns, including, but not limited to: feeling overwhelmed, depressed mood, panic or anxiety, grief and loss, adjusting to life transitions and developmental stages, identity development, trauma recovery, etc.
Katie A Saraiva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Providence, RI 02901
I utilize an electic approach to help my patients, consisting of: expressive therapies , CBT ( cognitive behavorial therapy), DBT ( dialectal behavioral therapy), play therapy and EMDR.
I have vast experience in working with adults, families, children and adolscents. I am dedicated to providing people with the support and guidance they need to achieve goals, learn coping mechansims and invest in leading an overall healthy lifestyle for your mind, body and spirit. I have experience working with miltary members/families, ADHD, behavioral issues in children, anxiety, depression, bipolar, life transitions, grief, trauma, Autism and several other areas.
I utilize an electic approach to help my patients, consisting of: expressive therapies , CBT ( cognitive behavorial therapy), DBT ( dialectal behavioral therapy), play therapy and EMDR.
I have vast experience in working with adults, families, children and adolscents. I am dedicated to providing people with the support and guidance they need to achieve goals, learn coping mechansims and invest in leading an overall healthy lifestyle for your mind, body and spirit. I have experience working with miltary members/families, ADHD, behavioral issues in children, anxiety, depression, bipolar, life transitions, grief, trauma, Autism and several other areas.
She offers an holistic approach via “talk therapy", play therapy, sand tray, EMDR, and Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
“Even a happy life cannot be without a measure of darkness, and the word happy would lose its meaning if it were not balanced by sadness.” – Carl G. Jung.
She offers an holistic approach via “talk therapy", play therapy, sand tray, EMDR, and Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
“Even a happy life cannot be without a measure of darkness, and the word happy would lose its meaning if it were not balanced by sadness.” – Carl G. Jung.
Additionally, Vivian utilizes affect-regulation strategies and play therapy with children, as well as parent-skills training and psycho-education with parents.
Vivian Ng is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Rhode Island with over 10 years of experience working with children, adults, and families in community and school-based settings. She approaches her clients with an eagerness to listen and learn their stories. As her clients allow, she walks into their spaces of hopelessness and distress to sit with those feelings, and she navigates her clients to a place of measurable change. The goal is long-term empowerment. The approach is relational and collaborative.
Additionally, Vivian utilizes affect-regulation strategies and play therapy with children, as well as parent-skills training and psycho-education with parents.
Vivian Ng is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Rhode Island with over 10 years of experience working with children, adults, and families in community and school-based settings. She approaches her clients with an eagerness to listen and learn their stories. As her clients allow, she walks into their spaces of hopelessness and distress to sit with those feelings, and she navigates her clients to a place of measurable change. The goal is long-term empowerment. The approach is relational and collaborative.
Is it hard coping with daily stressors? My passion is working with children, teens, and families to help them understand and manage their emotions and behaviors in a supportive therapeutic environment. I assist parents and children with working through barriers that affect their everyday life through a warm and collaborative, strength-based approach. I utilize creative interventions to support children/adolescents to enhance their skills including play therapy, art therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and collaborative/proactive problem-solving.
Is it hard coping with daily stressors? My passion is working with children, teens, and families to help them understand and manage their emotions and behaviors in a supportive therapeutic environment. I assist parents and children with working through barriers that affect their everyday life through a warm and collaborative, strength-based approach. I utilize creative interventions to support children/adolescents to enhance their skills including play therapy, art therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and collaborative/proactive problem-solving.
When words are not enough to express how we feel, we might use writing, drawing or even role play into session (this can be fun!).
Many times in life we come to find that we can no longer avoid. Avoid that person, that event, that memory, that feeling. It’s normal to want to just get through things, to survive, to say that we are “ok”. Sometimes, we don’t feel okay and that’s okay. No matter what you’re going through,I truly believe that a safe, warm, nonjudgmental space can help you to process, feel, and release the old patterns that have caused you to feel stuck. I hope to guide you towards authenticity, transparency, and the freedom to be yourself.
When words are not enough to express how we feel, we might use writing, drawing or even role play into session (this can be fun!).
Many times in life we come to find that we can no longer avoid. Avoid that person, that event, that memory, that feeling. It’s normal to want to just get through things, to survive, to say that we are “ok”. Sometimes, we don’t feel okay and that’s okay. No matter what you’re going through,I truly believe that a safe, warm, nonjudgmental space can help you to process, feel, and release the old patterns that have caused you to feel stuck. I hope to guide you towards authenticity, transparency, and the freedom to be yourself.
Caitlin Frumerie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Providence, RI 02906 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Through both in-person and telehealth sessions, I provide trauma-informed care utilizing a range of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, and Play Therapy techniques.
My approach is warm and engaging, meeting you where you are. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I tailor therapy to your unique needs. Seeking practical strategies, emotional support, and a safe space, you aim for calm, balance, and meaning. I offer compassion, humor, and empowerment as we work toward your goals.
Through both in-person and telehealth sessions, I provide trauma-informed care utilizing a range of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, and Play Therapy techniques.
My approach is warm and engaging, meeting you where you are. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I tailor therapy to your unique needs. Seeking practical strategies, emotional support, and a safe space, you aim for calm, balance, and meaning. I offer compassion, humor, and empowerment as we work toward your goals.
Kate Hodges
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Providence, RI 02904 (Online Only)
Treatment modalities that I utilize in practice include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, Anger Management, Grief Counseling, Trauma-Focused CBT, Expressive Therapy, and DBT.
I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the state of Ohio and completed a Master’s of Social Work (MSW) at the University of West Florida. I enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds and spiritual traditions, and have experience working with those who have co-occurring disorders.
Treatment modalities that I utilize in practice include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, Anger Management, Grief Counseling, Trauma-Focused CBT, Expressive Therapy, and DBT.
I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the state of Ohio and completed a Master’s of Social Work (MSW) at the University of West Florida. I enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds and spiritual traditions, and have experience working with those who have co-occurring disorders.
Daniel B Casey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Providence, RI 02901 (Online Only)
I utilize CBT, Mindfulness, play therapy, and more.
Hello and welcome to my practice. I'm dedicated to providing a safe and affirming space for teens and adults, particularly those within the LGBTQA+ community. My approach emphasizes empathy, respect, and understanding, recognizing the unique challenges and strengths of each individual. Together, we'll work collaboratively to explore your concerns, navigate life's complexities, and foster personal growth and well-being. Whether you're seeking support for issues related to identity, relationships, or personal development, I'm here to support you on your journey toward a more fulfilling life.
I utilize CBT, Mindfulness, play therapy, and more.
Hello and welcome to my practice. I'm dedicated to providing a safe and affirming space for teens and adults, particularly those within the LGBTQA+ community. My approach emphasizes empathy, respect, and understanding, recognizing the unique challenges and strengths of each individual. Together, we'll work collaboratively to explore your concerns, navigate life's complexities, and foster personal growth and well-being. Whether you're seeking support for issues related to identity, relationships, or personal development, I'm here to support you on your journey toward a more fulfilling life.
Working with children and adolescents brings up various treatment needs and goals in therapy. Through CBT, DBT, MBSR, PCIT, mentalization based therapeutic strategies and educational resources, role-playing, arts and play therapy as well as self-help worksheets, young clients will be able to develop appropriate expressive skills to share their wants and needs. Parents can collaborate in treatment by proactively learning parenting skills to best engage with their children and adolescents by becoming more responsive in establishing and maintaining secure attachment through consistently building on healthy, nurturing relationships.
Working with children and adolescents brings up various treatment needs and goals in therapy. Through CBT, DBT, MBSR, PCIT, mentalization based therapeutic strategies and educational resources, role-playing, arts and play therapy as well as self-help worksheets, young clients will be able to develop appropriate expressive skills to share their wants and needs. Parents can collaborate in treatment by proactively learning parenting skills to best engage with their children and adolescents by becoming more responsive in establishing and maintaining secure attachment through consistently building on healthy, nurturing relationships.
New England Wellness Collaborative
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pawtucket, RI 02860
I have been trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Play therapy, and strengths based approaches.
The client is the true “expert” in their own life and I see myself as a guide and mentor along the way. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and obtained a Master of Social Work from Rhode Island College. I enjoy working with young children, teens and emerging adults. I have a wide variety of experience working with clients with anxiety, depression, personality disorders, self-harm, suicidal ideation, substance and alcohol use, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, developmental disabilities, and more. I have experience in group work, domestic violence, divorce, DCYF and teenage adjustment.
I have been trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Play therapy, and strengths based approaches.
The client is the true “expert” in their own life and I see myself as a guide and mentor along the way. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and obtained a Master of Social Work from Rhode Island College. I enjoy working with young children, teens and emerging adults. I have a wide variety of experience working with clients with anxiety, depression, personality disorders, self-harm, suicidal ideation, substance and alcohol use, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, developmental disabilities, and more. I have experience in group work, domestic violence, divorce, DCYF and teenage adjustment.
Gabrielle J Dworkin
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, RPT, GC-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Providence, RI 02904
I use expressive techniques in play such as art, dance, music, sandtray, clay, drama, puppets, board/card games, behavior charts, and books/workbooks.
A little bit about me... I am a Registered Play Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor in RI/MA, Certified Grief Counselor and recently became certified as a Facilitator of the Broken Bowl Technique. I attended the Expressive Arts Institute at Salve Regina University. I am a former Board Member of the New England Association for Play Therapy. I see clients ages 2-12 individually, but do involve family members. I am in the office weekdays. I am NOT accepting any court involved cases requiring contact with: lawyers/GAL/DCYF/and court letters, as well as those that require a higher level of care due to safety issues.
I use expressive techniques in play such as art, dance, music, sandtray, clay, drama, puppets, board/card games, behavior charts, and books/workbooks.
A little bit about me... I am a Registered Play Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor in RI/MA, Certified Grief Counselor and recently became certified as a Facilitator of the Broken Bowl Technique. I attended the Expressive Arts Institute at Salve Regina University. I am a former Board Member of the New England Association for Play Therapy. I see clients ages 2-12 individually, but do involve family members. I am in the office weekdays. I am NOT accepting any court involved cases requiring contact with: lawyers/GAL/DCYF/and court letters, as well as those that require a higher level of care due to safety issues.
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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.