Therapists in Washington
Dr. Kristen Michelle Brashear
Counselor, MA, PsyD, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Marysville, WA 98270
I use play therapy with children.
I understand that reaching out for help can be difficult and I am here to support you. I offer free consultation so we can meet to discus your or your child's therapy needs and determine if we will be a good fit. I have extensive training and experience working with children, tweens, teens, adults, and couples, My practice focuses on anxiety, depression, ADHD and other neurodiversity, puzzling behavior, learning disabilities, giftedness, trauma, and catastrophic illness. I am open to a phone call even if you just looking for information. I look forward to meeting you!
I use play therapy with children.
I understand that reaching out for help can be difficult and I am here to support you. I offer free consultation so we can meet to discus your or your child's therapy needs and determine if we will be a good fit. I have extensive training and experience working with children, tweens, teens, adults, and couples, My practice focuses on anxiety, depression, ADHD and other neurodiversity, puzzling behavior, learning disabilities, giftedness, trauma, and catastrophic illness. I am open to a phone call even if you just looking for information. I look forward to meeting you!
Karin I Reese
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, NBC-HWC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
University Place, WA 98466
As a therapist who uses person-centered, art, and play therapy, I offer a compassionate, collaborative and holistic approach to help navigate life's challenges.
Are you a woman in your 30s or beyond, seeking support, insight, and empowerment through life's challenges and triumphs? Look no further. As a licensed mental health counselor associate specializing in women's mental health, I am dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for women like you to explore, heal, and flourish. I am a passionate advocate for women's well-being, with experience helping individuals navigate the complexities of adulthood. My approach is rooted in empathy, authenticity, and evidence-based practices tailored to meet your unique needs and goals.
As a therapist who uses person-centered, art, and play therapy, I offer a compassionate, collaborative and holistic approach to help navigate life's challenges.
Are you a woman in your 30s or beyond, seeking support, insight, and empowerment through life's challenges and triumphs? Look no further. As a licensed mental health counselor associate specializing in women's mental health, I am dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for women like you to explore, heal, and flourish. I am a passionate advocate for women's well-being, with experience helping individuals navigate the complexities of adulthood. My approach is rooted in empathy, authenticity, and evidence-based practices tailored to meet your unique needs and goals.
Therapeutic Mind Group, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Everett, WA 98201
Tito Maltos, MSW, LSWAIC, MHP, has been working as a therapist for the past 2 years providing therapeutic support including psychotherapy, CBT, DBT, and play therapy to clients and their families experiencing concerns with themselves including mood and substance concerns, interactions with family members, their community/school, and/or the legal system.
Our uncertain times has likely increased stress and the “What if’s” into your or a loved one’s life. The constant change and uncertainty can foster stress and other emotional reactions. This may look/feel like feeling isolated, frightful, irritable, outraged, sad, guilt or even exhibiting maladaptive behaviors (e.g., substance use, risky behaviors, eating habits, sleeping habits, etc.). While there’s no one-size-fits-all approach, having a harm-reduction approach, focusing more on what we can control and less on what we can’t, decreasing stress, reducing your triggers and focusing on our strengths and supports can help.
Tito Maltos, MSW, LSWAIC, MHP, has been working as a therapist for the past 2 years providing therapeutic support including psychotherapy, CBT, DBT, and play therapy to clients and their families experiencing concerns with themselves including mood and substance concerns, interactions with family members, their community/school, and/or the legal system.
Our uncertain times has likely increased stress and the “What if’s” into your or a loved one’s life. The constant change and uncertainty can foster stress and other emotional reactions. This may look/feel like feeling isolated, frightful, irritable, outraged, sad, guilt or even exhibiting maladaptive behaviors (e.g., substance use, risky behaviors, eating habits, sleeping habits, etc.). While there’s no one-size-fits-all approach, having a harm-reduction approach, focusing more on what we can control and less on what we can’t, decreasing stress, reducing your triggers and focusing on our strengths and supports can help.
Taylor Kennedy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99201
I utilize a variety of modalities and have training in EMDR, Trauma Focused CBT, play therapy and a certification in Attachment and Trauma Focused therapy.
It can be so difficult to open up to new people and build the trust needed for therapy. My focus is on creating a calming, safe environment that will support you in developing new skills and meeting your goals. In my experience, a healthy, working relationship has been key to creating an opportunity for my clients to improve their mental health. I specialize in providing therapy to children, but also have experience working with adolescents and young adults.
I utilize a variety of modalities and have training in EMDR, Trauma Focused CBT, play therapy and a certification in Attachment and Trauma Focused therapy.
It can be so difficult to open up to new people and build the trust needed for therapy. My focus is on creating a calming, safe environment that will support you in developing new skills and meeting your goals. In my experience, a healthy, working relationship has been key to creating an opportunity for my clients to improve their mental health. I specialize in providing therapy to children, but also have experience working with adolescents and young adults.
Playful Healing Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98660
I enjoy supporting children and families through play therapy, art therapy (and sometimes talk therapy too)! I believe in the resilience and strength of children and their families. I believe that children process the world through play, art and movement as much as, if not more than, they do through words. I believe in the power of play to help children make sense of their experiences and struggles and move toward positive change. I believe in the power of play to help families reconnect and build strong alliances with one another.
I enjoy supporting children and families through play therapy, art therapy (and sometimes talk therapy too)! I believe in the resilience and strength of children and their families. I believe that children process the world through play, art and movement as much as, if not more than, they do through words. I believe in the power of play to help children make sense of their experiences and struggles and move toward positive change. I believe in the power of play to help families reconnect and build strong alliances with one another.
Susan (Sue) M Bernt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98682 (Online Only)
Play therapy is a mental health, educational, or developmental intervention designed to help children grow as happy and well-adjusted as possible.
I am telehealth only at this time. I specialize working with adults, teens, and children (6 + ) and their families. Together we can work on relationships, behavior challenges, depression, stress and anxiety problems, self worth, and trauma. I have a great interactive internet based/HIPPA safe video platform to use with children. Play in therapy allows children to communicate and learn to solve problems and change their negative behaviors. I work with adults to assist in processing unexpected life situations. Theories used in treatment: Developmental Psychotherapy, Psychoeducation, Attachment, Person-Centered,
Play therapy is a mental health, educational, or developmental intervention designed to help children grow as happy and well-adjusted as possible.
I am telehealth only at this time. I specialize working with adults, teens, and children (6 + ) and their families. Together we can work on relationships, behavior challenges, depression, stress and anxiety problems, self worth, and trauma. I have a great interactive internet based/HIPPA safe video platform to use with children. Play in therapy allows children to communicate and learn to solve problems and change their negative behaviors. I work with adults to assist in processing unexpected life situations. Theories used in treatment: Developmental Psychotherapy, Psychoeducation, Attachment, Person-Centered,
Kincaid Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CMHS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98403
I also have training in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, which teaches parents how to use therapeutic play skills to increase children's positive behaviors.
I work with young children, teens, and parents who are struggling with intense feelings and behaviors and seeking specialized, effective, and holistic therapy to learn practical skills and insight in order to enjoy a happier, healthier life. I help children & adolescents overcome anxiety, ADHD, developmental delays, and sensory issues. I also help parents learn new ways to support their child/adolescent that are specific to the needs of their child. I am very familiar with 504/IEP's and have experience advocating as well as helping create plans that increase school success.
I also have training in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, which teaches parents how to use therapeutic play skills to increase children's positive behaviors.
I work with young children, teens, and parents who are struggling with intense feelings and behaviors and seeking specialized, effective, and holistic therapy to learn practical skills and insight in order to enjoy a happier, healthier life. I help children & adolescents overcome anxiety, ADHD, developmental delays, and sensory issues. I also help parents learn new ways to support their child/adolescent that are specific to the needs of their child. I am very familiar with 504/IEP's and have experience advocating as well as helping create plans that increase school success.
Julia L Fay
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CN
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98107
I am currently Telehealth only. I use a a bio/psycho/social/spiritual approach, Play Therapy and EMDR to help rewire the nervous system so that it can experience states of calmness and heartfelt connection with self and others. I enjoy working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds, specifically those struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, worry, grief, & loss. I also specialize in helping kids learn emotional regulation, increase frustration tolerance, overcome behavior problems, & develop secure attachment.
I am currently Telehealth only. I use a a bio/psycho/social/spiritual approach, Play Therapy and EMDR to help rewire the nervous system so that it can experience states of calmness and heartfelt connection with self and others. I enjoy working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds, specifically those struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, worry, grief, & loss. I also specialize in helping kids learn emotional regulation, increase frustration tolerance, overcome behavior problems, & develop secure attachment.
Kelsie Bliss Therapy
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98116 (Online Only)
I hold certifications in art and play therapy, trauma informed care and heart math.
As of 12/15/23 I am currently taking new patients via Zoom. Late afternoon and evening appointments available.
I hold certifications in art and play therapy, trauma informed care and heart math.
As of 12/15/23 I am currently taking new patients via Zoom. Late afternoon and evening appointments available.
Rigoberto Garza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC, MHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kennewick, WA 99336 (Online Only)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, and Play Therapy.
When life stressors or traumas arise, it's easy to feel like everything is falling apart. As a mental health therapist, I aim to help my clients heal and navigate through these difficult times. Whether it's children, adults, or families, my approach is to help clients find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so that they can feel complete, whole, and safe.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, and Play Therapy.
When life stressors or traumas arise, it's easy to feel like everything is falling apart. As a mental health therapist, I aim to help my clients heal and navigate through these difficult times. Whether it's children, adults, or families, my approach is to help clients find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so that they can feel complete, whole, and safe.
Benjamin P Menard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99218
Hello, my name is Benjamin Menard. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker beginning my private practice in Spokane. My specialty is non-directive play therapy for children ages 4 – 12. I use this client-centered approach with the theory that children use their play to communicate more effectively than language and typical talk therapy. I see play therapy as a way to meet children where they are and learn from them about their world.
Hello, my name is Benjamin Menard. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker beginning my private practice in Spokane. My specialty is non-directive play therapy for children ages 4 – 12. I use this client-centered approach with the theory that children use their play to communicate more effectively than language and typical talk therapy. I see play therapy as a way to meet children where they are and learn from them about their world.
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Counselor, MA, PLLC, LMHC, CMHS
Verified Verified
Kirkland, WA 98034
Waitlist for new clients
While working with me, you may note I borrow techniques from CBT, Narrative, Play & Art Therapies, what many refer to as talk therapy, Animal Assisted Therapy, Sand Tray, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and more.
I believe that all persons have the basic right to be heard. We all have experiences that make us who we are, some of which we may need or wish to explore further or heal from. Together in counseling we can create a safe place to work toward agreed upon goals.
While working with me, you may note I borrow techniques from CBT, Narrative, Play & Art Therapies, what many refer to as talk therapy, Animal Assisted Therapy, Sand Tray, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and more.
I believe that all persons have the basic right to be heard. We all have experiences that make us who we are, some of which we may need or wish to explore further or heal from. Together in counseling we can create a safe place to work toward agreed upon goals.
Jeanine M. O'Connell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lynnwood, WA 98036
I work with people of all ages committed to developing self-awareness in order to change or enhance their quality of life. I work with children experiencing anxiety, depression, and home/school challenges. Supporting children usually involves working with parents/guardians and families. I enjoy working with individual adults interested in understanding themselves, their relationships, and their actions. My therapy practice includes play therapy and art therapy, sand-play, active listening, family systems work, and parenting education. I am curious and compassionate in my relationship to clients with varying needs and backgrounds.
I work with people of all ages committed to developing self-awareness in order to change or enhance their quality of life. I work with children experiencing anxiety, depression, and home/school challenges. Supporting children usually involves working with parents/guardians and families. I enjoy working with individual adults interested in understanding themselves, their relationships, and their actions. My therapy practice includes play therapy and art therapy, sand-play, active listening, family systems work, and parenting education. I am curious and compassionate in my relationship to clients with varying needs and backgrounds.
Michelle Baker
Counselor, LMHC, CMHS, MHP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Puyallup, WA 98373
I utilize play therapy as a way of honoring children’s unique natural "language," and offering a safe space for exploring their world and experiences.
My focus has been on supporting clients experiencing depression, anxiety, domestic violence, and complex trauma. I believe that the therapeutic process looks different for each individual, and I believe in finding a unique, individualized approach for each client. I specialize in working with women, adolescents, children, and those in the queer community. I have a specialized background in art and play therapy.
I utilize play therapy as a way of honoring children’s unique natural "language," and offering a safe space for exploring their world and experiences.
My focus has been on supporting clients experiencing depression, anxiety, domestic violence, and complex trauma. I believe that the therapeutic process looks different for each individual, and I believe in finding a unique, individualized approach for each client. I specialize in working with women, adolescents, children, and those in the queer community. I have a specialized background in art and play therapy.
Amee Catalano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Edgewood, WA 98371
Whether through art, play, or talk, I utilize a blend of cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and trauma-informed mental health interventions for children and adolescents (ages 3+) who need support with: anxiety, ADHD, executive functioning support needs, depression, trauma/PTSD, and behavioral problems at home/school. I am also certified in providing Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), an evidence-based practice for children who are experiencing emotional and behavioral problems.
Whether through art, play, or talk, I utilize a blend of cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and trauma-informed mental health interventions for children and adolescents (ages 3+) who need support with: anxiety, ADHD, executive functioning support needs, depression, trauma/PTSD, and behavioral problems at home/school. I am also certified in providing Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), an evidence-based practice for children who are experiencing emotional and behavioral problems.
Amberlyn Casperson
MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Puyallup, WA 98373
I believe that we are products of our environment, and our cultures play a huge role in that.
Seeking help from others can be very challenging, and in my experience, it is those that seek help that express the utmost courage. As a therapist, most of my experience has been centered around helping children and their families, many of whom have viewed therapy as a last resort. As a therapist, my mission is to help my clients heal and recover from things like depression, anxiety, or trauma in a way that is central to who they are. I utilize both art and play therapy to help understand my clients in expressive ways. I also utilize psychodynamic therapy to gain a bigger perspective of my clients’ past, present and futures.
I believe that we are products of our environment, and our cultures play a huge role in that.
Seeking help from others can be very challenging, and in my experience, it is those that seek help that express the utmost courage. As a therapist, most of my experience has been centered around helping children and their families, many of whom have viewed therapy as a last resort. As a therapist, my mission is to help my clients heal and recover from things like depression, anxiety, or trauma in a way that is central to who they are. I utilize both art and play therapy to help understand my clients in expressive ways. I also utilize psychodynamic therapy to gain a bigger perspective of my clients’ past, present and futures.
Miri Arie
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98008
By actively participating in team building activities and play, children learn to recognize their thoughts & feelings, their peers thoughts & feelings, learn to recognize expected behaviors & unexpected behaviors and modify their behaviors accordingly.
Over 15y I have been helping children understand the hidden rules of successful social interactions with peers & with their family members. I found that when children understand their thoughts & feelings and can recognize those in others, barriers are removed. My experience includes helping children improve communication and problem solving skills, cope with anxiety, and parent training. In addition to individual therapy I have a special expertise in social skills groups for children aged 3-17y. I help children with no formal diagnosis who experiencing challenges as well as children with Asperger's, learning disabilities and ADHD.
By actively participating in team building activities and play, children learn to recognize their thoughts & feelings, their peers thoughts & feelings, learn to recognize expected behaviors & unexpected behaviors and modify their behaviors accordingly.
Over 15y I have been helping children understand the hidden rules of successful social interactions with peers & with their family members. I found that when children understand their thoughts & feelings and can recognize those in others, barriers are removed. My experience includes helping children improve communication and problem solving skills, cope with anxiety, and parent training. In addition to individual therapy I have a special expertise in social skills groups for children aged 3-17y. I help children with no formal diagnosis who experiencing challenges as well as children with Asperger's, learning disabilities and ADHD.
Shannon L Schliep
Counselor, LMHC, MEd, NBCC
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99201 (Online Only)
I integrate evidence-based modalities such as CBT and DBT, alongside creative strategies like art play, and writing, to tailor treatment plans to your specific needs and preferences.
I am a dedicated and compassionate mental health counselor, committed to providing support, guidance, and empowerment to individuals with various mental health challenges. With over 20 years of experience, my practice focuses on creating a safe and nurturing space for healing and skill development. I work with clients spanning from 8 years old to young adulthood, addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, life stressors, parenting, divorce, grief and loss, women's issues, and other concerns.
I integrate evidence-based modalities such as CBT and DBT, alongside creative strategies like art play, and writing, to tailor treatment plans to your specific needs and preferences.
I am a dedicated and compassionate mental health counselor, committed to providing support, guidance, and empowerment to individuals with various mental health challenges. With over 20 years of experience, my practice focuses on creating a safe and nurturing space for healing and skill development. I work with clients spanning from 8 years old to young adulthood, addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, life stressors, parenting, divorce, grief and loss, women's issues, and other concerns.
Kristen Mcclintock
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHS
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98506
Waitlist for new clients
I use relational neuroscience and play based therapy to help you understand your child’s behavior so you, the most important person in their life, can help them build strength and resilience.
Are you tired of sticker charts and time-outs? Ever feel like these behavior-based ways of parenting seem to leave you and your child frustrated, alone, and involved in a seemingly never-ending power struggle? What if I told you there’s another way? A way that feels more instinctual, loving, and dare I say…fun? And it’s backed by neuroscience! All behavior makes sense—even the most puzzling! Behavior is communication. But it does take a little (or maybe a lot) of curiosity to understand it. Together, we can approach your child with compassion so you both feel less alone, and you can regain access your parenting intuition.
I use relational neuroscience and play based therapy to help you understand your child’s behavior so you, the most important person in their life, can help them build strength and resilience.
Are you tired of sticker charts and time-outs? Ever feel like these behavior-based ways of parenting seem to leave you and your child frustrated, alone, and involved in a seemingly never-ending power struggle? What if I told you there’s another way? A way that feels more instinctual, loving, and dare I say…fun? And it’s backed by neuroscience! All behavior makes sense—even the most puzzling! Behavior is communication. But it does take a little (or maybe a lot) of curiosity to understand it. Together, we can approach your child with compassion so you both feel less alone, and you can regain access your parenting intuition.
Kyndra Lynne Dalton
MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenacres, WA 99016
I am EMDR trained, sandtray and play therapy certified, and interweave these with Attachment Therapy, IFS, DBT, CBT, and Person-Centered Therapy to create a space for the client to be able to show up and feel safe and held in their journey.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults to overcome personal obstacles for a whole, healthy, and balanced life. Acknowledging unique life circumstances and subjective therapy experiences, I'm dedicated to creating a collaborative environment to work through trauma, life transitions, anxiety, depression, disordered eating, PTSD, and parent/child relationships.
I am EMDR trained, sandtray and play therapy certified, and interweave these with Attachment Therapy, IFS, DBT, CBT, and Person-Centered Therapy to create a space for the client to be able to show up and feel safe and held in their journey.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults to overcome personal obstacles for a whole, healthy, and balanced life. Acknowledging unique life circumstances and subjective therapy experiences, I'm dedicated to creating a collaborative environment to work through trauma, life transitions, anxiety, depression, disordered eating, PTSD, and parent/child relationships.
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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.