Sandplay Therapists in 34134
Sunshine State Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Sunshine State Counseling Center provides therapeutic behavioral and mental health services to children, adolescent, adults, couples and families. Significant life events can cause stress that might lead to emotional and/or behavioral problems. When these changes are noticed it is helpful to have a professional assess the biological psychological and social functioning of the individual. These assessments are completed with the purpose of identifying present strengths and needs, and together draw a road map to achieve a higher level of functioning.
Sunshine State Counseling Center provides therapeutic behavioral and mental health services to children, adolescent, adults, couples and families. Significant life events can cause stress that might lead to emotional and/or behavioral problems. When these changes are noticed it is helpful to have a professional assess the biological psychological and social functioning of the individual. These assessments are completed with the purpose of identifying present strengths and needs, and together draw a road map to achieve a higher level of functioning.
Diana M Salazar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bonita Springs, FL 34134
I provide individual, couple's and family therapy to children, adolescents, adults and families experiencing emotional, behavioral, and/or social difficulties. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist with more than ten years of experience. I co-founded Sunshine State Counseling Center. In my practice, I empower individuals to build and develop their inner strengths by providing compassionate, ethical and professional therapeutic services.
I provide individual, couple's and family therapy to children, adolescents, adults and families experiencing emotional, behavioral, and/or social difficulties. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist with more than ten years of experience. I co-founded Sunshine State Counseling Center. In my practice, I empower individuals to build and develop their inner strengths by providing compassionate, ethical and professional therapeutic services.
James Harper (Jay) is a retired professional firefighter/paramedic in Southwest Florida with over 39 years of experience in the field. Jay has been a paramedic for 33 years and he is also a cancer survivor. Jay's new career path is in the mental health counseling profession, graduating from Hodges University with a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2016. Using both education and experience in the field, Jay would like to continue by offering assistance to fire, police, EMT’s, paramedics and first responders. Often these profession men and women are at risk of experiencing PTSD, & depression.
James Harper (Jay) is a retired professional firefighter/paramedic in Southwest Florida with over 39 years of experience in the field. Jay has been a paramedic for 33 years and he is also a cancer survivor. Jay's new career path is in the mental health counseling profession, graduating from Hodges University with a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2016. Using both education and experience in the field, Jay would like to continue by offering assistance to fire, police, EMT’s, paramedics and first responders. Often these profession men and women are at risk of experiencing PTSD, & depression.
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Sandplay Therapists
What problems are best treated with sandplay therapy?
Research has examined this therapy’s utility in young people and found positive results. It has been shown to be useful for those who suffer from autism, attention deficit disorder, anxiety, and or aggressive behavior. Children who have suffered abuse, neglect, or trauma have also seen improvement through this therapy. Abused children are often fearful and anxious about their safety, making verbal communication more difficult.
Is sandplay therapy suitable for children and teenagers?
Children and adolescents are good candidates for sandplay therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts, let alone the emotions they are experiencing. Through this play therapy, they will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Is sandplay suitable for adults?
This type of therapy can be useful for adults who have difficulties expressing themselves. People who have suffered neurological changes after a brain injury or because of a traumatic event might be good candidates for this therapy. In fact, anything that has had an effect on the brain, such as substance abuse, can make non-verbal sandplay a valuable option.
Does sandplay therapy work?
There have been studies on the effectiveness of sandplay therapy, and it appears to improve difficult behaviors in children. It may also enhance self-esteem and lessen feelings of physical anxiety as well as hypersensitivity. This type of therapy is based on non-verbal communication and may feel less threatening to the individual.