Therapists in Belton, TX
Teresa L. Adcock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Belton, TX 76513
My family and I have lived in the Central Texas area for many years. I am familiar with the local area, and coming from a military family, I was raised all over the country. I earned my Masters of Science in Social Work from The University of Texas at Austin. I specialized in infant, child and adolescent mental health as well as clinical assessment. I have worked in many areas with varying populations such as: the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Evaluation Services at Fort Hood, Scott and White Hospital, Dialysis Clinics, and Veteran's Administration Hospital.
My family and I have lived in the Central Texas area for many years. I am familiar with the local area, and coming from a military family, I was raised all over the country. I earned my Masters of Science in Social Work from The University of Texas at Austin. I specialized in infant, child and adolescent mental health as well as clinical assessment. I have worked in many areas with varying populations such as: the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Evaluation Services at Fort Hood, Scott and White Hospital, Dialysis Clinics, and Veteran's Administration Hospital.
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Yellow Ribbon Counseling PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTS, LPCS, RPTS, EMDR AC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temple, TX 76502
Play Therapy is used with children, adolescents and families to address a variety of concerns to include child abuse, sexual abuse, attachment concerns, military related issues, grief and loss, traumatic experiences, anxiety, behavioral issues and ADHD.
Yellow Ribbon Counseling specializes in play therapy, family therapy, and trauma informed therapies (EMDR, TF-CBT and CPT). Our clinical team is made up of Registered Play Therapist, EMDR Certified/trained and Gottman trained clinicians. We provide treatment in a variety of areas to include: attachment ruptures, grief & loss issues, parent-child relationships, child and sexual abuse, blended family issues, domestic violence, military related transitional stress, reintegration, ADHD, PTSD, couples/marital issues, perinatal issues and inter-generational family trauma.
Play Therapy is used with children, adolescents and families to address a variety of concerns to include child abuse, sexual abuse, attachment concerns, military related issues, grief and loss, traumatic experiences, anxiety, behavioral issues and ADHD.
Yellow Ribbon Counseling specializes in play therapy, family therapy, and trauma informed therapies (EMDR, TF-CBT and CPT). Our clinical team is made up of Registered Play Therapist, EMDR Certified/trained and Gottman trained clinicians. We provide treatment in a variety of areas to include: attachment ruptures, grief & loss issues, parent-child relationships, child and sexual abuse, blended family issues, domestic violence, military related transitional stress, reintegration, ADHD, PTSD, couples/marital issues, perinatal issues and inter-generational family trauma.
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Shelley Buresh Coleman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78734
The services I provide include parent education, play therapy, child and adolescent therapy, and family therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist with 16 years of clinical experience, 10 years of business management experience, and 20 years of parenting experience. The concentration of my work is with children, adolescents, and families. I am fortunate to have worked in foster care, psychiatric inpatient care, and outpatient settings with these populations. My practice is equipped with a therapeutic play room and I provide services for children as young as 3.
The services I provide include parent education, play therapy, child and adolescent therapy, and family therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist with 16 years of clinical experience, 10 years of business management experience, and 20 years of parenting experience. The concentration of my work is with children, adolescents, and families. I am fortunate to have worked in foster care, psychiatric inpatient care, and outpatient settings with these populations. My practice is equipped with a therapeutic play room and I provide services for children as young as 3.
April Pearce
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, MSW
Verified Verified
Georgetown, TX 78628
I take a multi-faceted approach to understanding and supporting clients while utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques including, but not limited to, play therapy, solution-focused therapy, strengths-based approach, family systems techniques, person-centered techniques, and narrative therapy.
I am a LCSW with over 10 years of experience counseling individuals, groups, and families. I earned my master’s of social work degree from Baylor University and my bachelor’s of science in psychology from Florida State University. My passion is helping children/adolescents, young adults, military personnel, and their families. Common issues I help clients with include anxiety, depression, adjustment, separation, suicidal ideations, trauma, grief, abuse, self-harm, behavioral issues, peer relationship issues, social skills, anger, self-esteem, coping skills, and divorce.
I take a multi-faceted approach to understanding and supporting clients while utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques including, but not limited to, play therapy, solution-focused therapy, strengths-based approach, family systems techniques, person-centered techniques, and narrative therapy.
I am a LCSW with over 10 years of experience counseling individuals, groups, and families. I earned my master’s of social work degree from Baylor University and my bachelor’s of science in psychology from Florida State University. My passion is helping children/adolescents, young adults, military personnel, and their families. Common issues I help clients with include anxiety, depression, adjustment, separation, suicidal ideations, trauma, grief, abuse, self-harm, behavioral issues, peer relationship issues, social skills, anger, self-esteem, coping skills, and divorce.
Ann-Marie Ferrera
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Georgetown, TX 78628
I have been trained in Child-Centered Play Therapy, Child and Adolescent Skill Groups and Parenting Skill groups.
My passion as a therapist is to encourage, empower and challenge my clients: I encourage my clients to accept and embrace their unique set of strengths and weaknesses. From this framework, we are able to nurture our strengths, accommodate our challenges and concretely strengthen areas of need. It is a privilege to be entrusted with the care of others
I have been trained in Child-Centered Play Therapy, Child and Adolescent Skill Groups and Parenting Skill groups.
My passion as a therapist is to encourage, empower and challenge my clients: I encourage my clients to accept and embrace their unique set of strengths and weaknesses. From this framework, we are able to nurture our strengths, accommodate our challenges and concretely strengthen areas of need. It is a privilege to be entrusted with the care of others
Amanda Ramirez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78729
I use client centered play therapy with young children allowing them a safe place to express their feelings and thoughts.
I assist clients in re-connecting to their authentic selves and engaging with the life they are pursuing. I believe that genuine interactions and feeling understood allows people the opportunity to rediscover their own value and strength. This can assist people in accomplishing their unique goals as individuals and in relationships. I am experienced in working with children, adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, and behavioral struggles.
I use client centered play therapy with young children allowing them a safe place to express their feelings and thoughts.
I assist clients in re-connecting to their authentic selves and engaging with the life they are pursuing. I believe that genuine interactions and feeling understood allows people the opportunity to rediscover their own value and strength. This can assist people in accomplishing their unique goals as individuals and in relationships. I am experienced in working with children, adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, and behavioral struggles.
Amy J Aston LCSW-S
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Granbury, TX 76048
Waitlist for new clients
I teach Love and Logic to parents and use play therapy techniques with children and adolescent ages.
Do you feel overwhelmed by your life, spouse or family? Most satisfied clients tell me they feel better about their problems and are empowered to deal with them after reaching some therapeutic goals together. I can provide spiritual-based counseling as well to tap into the strengths you already have.
I teach Love and Logic to parents and use play therapy techniques with children and adolescent ages.
Do you feel overwhelmed by your life, spouse or family? Most satisfied clients tell me they feel better about their problems and are empowered to deal with them after reaching some therapeutic goals together. I can provide spiritual-based counseling as well to tap into the strengths you already have.
John (Will) Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, MDiv
Verified Verified
Waco, TX 76710
Play therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy, Parenting Support, LGBTQ Folks, Religion and Spirituality and/or Religious Abuse/Trauma.
I have 8 years of experience working with children in schools and clinical settings. I love to offer play-based interventions to children who are struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, trauma, and other issues. I am also a Ph.D. candidate with research focusing on LGBTQ individuals and religious trauma. I love walking alongside LGBTQ folks as they navigate the stressors a heteronormative world places on their lives. I believe the client is in charge of the therapeutic process.
Play therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy, Parenting Support, LGBTQ Folks, Religion and Spirituality and/or Religious Abuse/Trauma.
I have 8 years of experience working with children in schools and clinical settings. I love to offer play-based interventions to children who are struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, trauma, and other issues. I am also a Ph.D. candidate with research focusing on LGBTQ individuals and religious trauma. I love walking alongside LGBTQ folks as they navigate the stressors a heteronormative world places on their lives. I believe the client is in charge of the therapeutic process.
Maria Fransisca Cloud
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
I use sand play, art activities, play activities in both family and individual sessions.
Clients served: Children ages 5-11 experiencing emotional distress due to displacement and trauma. Tweens ages 11-12 experiencing anxiety related to school difficulties, and peer relationships. Adults experiencing distress related to peer relationships, parenting, first generation of immigrant parents, and family of origin. Couples experiencing life transitions and communication issues.
I use sand play, art activities, play activities in both family and individual sessions.
Clients served: Children ages 5-11 experiencing emotional distress due to displacement and trauma. Tweens ages 11-12 experiencing anxiety related to school difficulties, and peer relationships. Adults experiencing distress related to peer relationships, parenting, first generation of immigrant parents, and family of origin. Couples experiencing life transitions and communication issues.
Anne Joseph
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78757
My practice combines a use of cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, and mindfulness techniques tailored to each child.
Does your child or teen struggle with anxiety, panic, worry, trauma, intrusive thoughts, school refusal or behavioral issues? I specialize in working with kids with anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, trauma-related disorders and behavioral concerns.
My practice combines a use of cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, and mindfulness techniques tailored to each child.
Does your child or teen struggle with anxiety, panic, worry, trauma, intrusive thoughts, school refusal or behavioral issues? I specialize in working with kids with anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, trauma-related disorders and behavioral concerns.
Pflugerville Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Pflugerville, TX 78660
Some of what we at PCC specialize in: Sandtray, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Circle of Security, Theraplay (level 1 trained), PACT (level 1 trained), TBRI (Trust Based Relational Intervention), Play Therapy, Animal Assisted Counseling, & Supervision .
Pflugerville Counseling Center offers a wide range of counseling services to individuals, families, couples, and children/teens. Though each of us specializes in different areas, we all hold a belief that counseling is most helpful when it is about having a safe relationship to more fully explore, understand, and accept self and the choices we make. We believe that everyone has a story and the more we can own our stories, the more choice and control we have over writing the next chapters. We all love working with the brain/body/relationship connection we all hold within ourselves and between each other.
Some of what we at PCC specialize in: Sandtray, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Circle of Security, Theraplay (level 1 trained), PACT (level 1 trained), TBRI (Trust Based Relational Intervention), Play Therapy, Animal Assisted Counseling, & Supervision .
Pflugerville Counseling Center offers a wide range of counseling services to individuals, families, couples, and children/teens. Though each of us specializes in different areas, we all hold a belief that counseling is most helpful when it is about having a safe relationship to more fully explore, understand, and accept self and the choices we make. We believe that everyone has a story and the more we can own our stories, the more choice and control we have over writing the next chapters. We all love working with the brain/body/relationship connection we all hold within ourselves and between each other.
Martha H. Pasiminio - Bilingual
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cedar Park, TX 78613 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience working with individuals and families, as well as with neglected and abused children through the use of play therapy, and in crisis counseling.
Fully Bilingual/ Bicultural - We all need a helping hand to overcome life's challenges and achieve our dreams. My role is to provide a safe space and proper guidance for you and/or your children to be able to heal past wounds and overcome current issues while regaining your power, so that you can develop your full potential and have a fulfilling and rewarding life. (www.pasiminiowellness.com)
I have extensive experience working with individuals and families, as well as with neglected and abused children through the use of play therapy, and in crisis counseling.
Fully Bilingual/ Bicultural - We all need a helping hand to overcome life's challenges and achieve our dreams. My role is to provide a safe space and proper guidance for you and/or your children to be able to heal past wounds and overcome current issues while regaining your power, so that you can develop your full potential and have a fulfilling and rewarding life. (www.pasiminiowellness.com)
Rhonda Welch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, S
Verified Verified
Granbury, TX 76048
I work with children and adults wih a variety of issues that affect their lives and impact the family. I help adults with depression, anxiety and stress related issues. I am very person centered and work with each person on individual goals. I have also worked with children with developmental issues as young as 2 years of age as well as children in CPS and foster care. I am certified as a child centered play therapist and am trained in Trauma Focused CBT in order to help children dealing with different types of trauma. I am also experienced in working with teens that have self harm issues, are exhibiting depression or anxiety.
I work with children and adults wih a variety of issues that affect their lives and impact the family. I help adults with depression, anxiety and stress related issues. I am very person centered and work with each person on individual goals. I have also worked with children with developmental issues as young as 2 years of age as well as children in CPS and foster care. I am certified as a child centered play therapist and am trained in Trauma Focused CBT in order to help children dealing with different types of trauma. I am also experienced in working with teens that have self harm issues, are exhibiting depression or anxiety.
South Austin Counseling Services, PC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Manchaca, TX 78652
We use evidenced-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, couples therapy, and play therapy in order to effectively treat all clients, regardless of age, gender or need.
Are you feeling stuck or immobilized by fears or indecision in your life and relationships? Are you hurting from loss or disappointment? Do you feel like happiness, peace and satisfaction in life are beyond your reach? Do you find yourself repeating ineffective patterns of relating? Do you question your own value, strengths and capabilities? At South Austin Counseling Services, PC (SACS), we are passionate about working with children, teens, men and women who are trying to get through difficult issues such as life challenges, perfectionism, mood and/or anxiety challenges, complex relationships, and traumatic experiences.
We use evidenced-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, couples therapy, and play therapy in order to effectively treat all clients, regardless of age, gender or need.
Are you feeling stuck or immobilized by fears or indecision in your life and relationships? Are you hurting from loss or disappointment? Do you feel like happiness, peace and satisfaction in life are beyond your reach? Do you find yourself repeating ineffective patterns of relating? Do you question your own value, strengths and capabilities? At South Austin Counseling Services, PC (SACS), we are passionate about working with children, teens, men and women who are trying to get through difficult issues such as life challenges, perfectionism, mood and/or anxiety challenges, complex relationships, and traumatic experiences.
Pediatric Psychotherapy Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78750
She is the author of Therapeutic Parenting: How to Raise an Emotionally Healthy Child and also the Past President of the Hill Country Chapter of the Texas Association for Play Therapy.
At Pediatric Psychotherapy Associates, we believe in providing a safe, nurturing and effective psychotherapy to children, adolescents and their families-clients who are in crisis or major life transitions. We work very closely with other specialists out in the community to provide the best continuity of care for our clients, such as pediatricians, child psychiatrists, school counselors, OT/PT's and therapeutic tutors at Smiles-Tutoring (cl314516.wixsite.com/smilestutoring). If we can be of help to you or someone you care about, please call or email us today for more information or to make an appointment with one of our counselors.
She is the author of Therapeutic Parenting: How to Raise an Emotionally Healthy Child and also the Past President of the Hill Country Chapter of the Texas Association for Play Therapy.
At Pediatric Psychotherapy Associates, we believe in providing a safe, nurturing and effective psychotherapy to children, adolescents and their families-clients who are in crisis or major life transitions. We work very closely with other specialists out in the community to provide the best continuity of care for our clients, such as pediatricians, child psychiatrists, school counselors, OT/PT's and therapeutic tutors at Smiles-Tutoring (cl314516.wixsite.com/smilestutoring). If we can be of help to you or someone you care about, please call or email us today for more information or to make an appointment with one of our counselors.
Nurture Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Lakeway, TX 78734
Our child and adolescent therapists pursue the highest level of specialty for working with young clients, the Registered Play Therapist credential, while Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists support couples and family groups.
We specialize in work with children, adolescents, families and couples. Family and other supportive relationships are vital to a sense of safety and well-being, and we will work closely with you to create an environment that will nurture optimal growth and development, both individually and in the context of important relationships. We work to make sense of your experiences and set attainable goals for a more satisfying and fulfilling future.
Our child and adolescent therapists pursue the highest level of specialty for working with young clients, the Registered Play Therapist credential, while Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists support couples and family groups.
We specialize in work with children, adolescents, families and couples. Family and other supportive relationships are vital to a sense of safety and well-being, and we will work closely with you to create an environment that will nurture optimal growth and development, both individually and in the context of important relationships. We work to make sense of your experiences and set attainable goals for a more satisfying and fulfilling future.
Carlisle Collective
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
We offer somatic, experiential, and holistic approaches to all of your problems through not just talk therapy, but also yoga therapy, meditation, ecotherapy, walk+talk therapy, EMDR, and play therapy, for all humans, ages 6 and up.
Are you looking for a therapist who really gets it? Do you value deep, empathetic connection and a holistic approach to your mental health? You’re someone who may have tried therapy in the past but are looking for a more integrated approach to healing. You’re feeling disconnected from your body and want to find a deeper approach to feel more full connected and come home to yourself. You’re ready to heal - your whole body, mind, and spirit. You’re ready to radically change your relationship with yourself. Most of all, you’re ready to transform your life. We’re here to help.
We offer somatic, experiential, and holistic approaches to all of your problems through not just talk therapy, but also yoga therapy, meditation, ecotherapy, walk+talk therapy, EMDR, and play therapy, for all humans, ages 6 and up.
Are you looking for a therapist who really gets it? Do you value deep, empathetic connection and a holistic approach to your mental health? You’re someone who may have tried therapy in the past but are looking for a more integrated approach to healing. You’re feeling disconnected from your body and want to find a deeper approach to feel more full connected and come home to yourself. You’re ready to heal - your whole body, mind, and spirit. You’re ready to radically change your relationship with yourself. Most of all, you’re ready to transform your life. We’re here to help.
Rachel Saffer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78757
I provide child-centered play therapy along with parent consults as necessary.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working with children, adolescents and teens from the ages of 4-18. My specialties are grief and loss, anxiety, social skills, and depression. I use a variety of treatment modalities including: play therapy, sandtray, expressive arts, EMDR and yoga/mindfulness. Play helps kids make sense of their world so they can process their feelings in a non-verbal way so that they don't have to carry them inside their bodies. Kids yoga has been shown to increase focus, self-esteem, and reduce anxiety in all aspects of their lives.
I provide child-centered play therapy along with parent consults as necessary.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working with children, adolescents and teens from the ages of 4-18. My specialties are grief and loss, anxiety, social skills, and depression. I use a variety of treatment modalities including: play therapy, sandtray, expressive arts, EMDR and yoga/mindfulness. Play helps kids make sense of their world so they can process their feelings in a non-verbal way so that they don't have to carry them inside their bodies. Kids yoga has been shown to increase focus, self-esteem, and reduce anxiety in all aspects of their lives.
Claudia Legarreta
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Her specialities include individual therapy, Family Therapy, Play Therapy, Group Counseling, Parent Coaching and Neurofeddback Therapy.
At Relational Pathways we strive to offer a safe and non-judgmental environment where families are able to strengthen their connections and achieve their therapeutic goals. Whether you are looking for parental mentoring, child therapy or neurofeedback therapy , we offer an array of services that can assist you and your family reach your gaols.
Her specialities include individual therapy, Family Therapy, Play Therapy, Group Counseling, Parent Coaching and Neurofeddback Therapy.
At Relational Pathways we strive to offer a safe and non-judgmental environment where families are able to strengthen their connections and achieve their therapeutic goals. Whether you are looking for parental mentoring, child therapy or neurofeedback therapy , we offer an array of services that can assist you and your family reach your gaols.
Dr. Robin Golson
Psychologist, PsyD
Not Verified Not Verified
Round Rock, TX 78665
I offer play therapy and have coached parents dealing with behavioral and school issues.
It is an honor and a privilege to walk alongside my clients in the journey of their lives. I strive to provide true healing through support, comfort, containment, and truth. Therapy is client driven and focused on the goals that clients choose. I consider the whole person in my practice. I address emotional, intellectual, and spiritual concerns . Let's begin the healing process today!
I offer play therapy and have coached parents dealing with behavioral and school issues.
It is an honor and a privilege to walk alongside my clients in the journey of their lives. I strive to provide true healing through support, comfort, containment, and truth. Therapy is client driven and focused on the goals that clients choose. I consider the whole person in my practice. I address emotional, intellectual, and spiritual concerns . Let's begin the healing process today!
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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.