Play Therapy in Castle Rock, WA
Our mission at Achieving Balance Counseling is to foster an environment that empowers an individual or family’s ability to resolve, change and achieve balance in order to attain happiness, hope and harmony in life.
Our mission at Achieving Balance Counseling is to foster an environment that empowers an individual or family’s ability to resolve, change and achieve balance in order to attain happiness, hope and harmony in life.
Hello and welcome! You have made a very brave choice to invest in yourself by coming to therapy. Whatever it is you hope to receive from our time together, my mission is to provide a safe, caring, challenging environment in which you can grow, come to know yourself more deeply and find ways to cope and heal. I became a therapist because I enjoy walking alongside people as they grow and discover the tools of change within themselves. I find that change comes best within relationship and feeling safe, validated and heard. Thrive Therapy LLC is designed with each person in mind. Therapy is uniquelly tailored to you as an individual.
Hello and welcome! You have made a very brave choice to invest in yourself by coming to therapy. Whatever it is you hope to receive from our time together, my mission is to provide a safe, caring, challenging environment in which you can grow, come to know yourself more deeply and find ways to cope and heal. I became a therapist because I enjoy walking alongside people as they grow and discover the tools of change within themselves. I find that change comes best within relationship and feeling safe, validated and heard. Thrive Therapy LLC is designed with each person in mind. Therapy is uniquelly tailored to you as an individual.
I use an integrative approach with multiple modalities such as Solution Focused Brief Therapy, CBT, Family Systems, Mindfulness and Play Therapy.
I am so glad you are here. Beginning therapy is a brave decision, and no matter what you are going through, my priority is to create a space for you to feel supported, accepted, and safe. I want to meet people where they are and help them address hurts, achieve balance and learn new skills to help navigate struggles.
I use an integrative approach with multiple modalities such as Solution Focused Brief Therapy, CBT, Family Systems, Mindfulness and Play Therapy.
I am so glad you are here. Beginning therapy is a brave decision, and no matter what you are going through, my priority is to create a space for you to feel supported, accepted, and safe. I want to meet people where they are and help them address hurts, achieve balance and learn new skills to help navigate struggles.
I am an experienced Marriage and Family therapist who has worked in mental health for over 20 years. I have worked with patients who have displayed ADD, ADHD, ODD and GAD symptoms and adults who have been dealing with severe major depressive and anxiety disorders, at this time I work exclusively with adults.
I am an experienced Marriage and Family therapist who has worked in mental health for over 20 years. I have worked with patients who have displayed ADD, ADHD, ODD and GAD symptoms and adults who have been dealing with severe major depressive and anxiety disorders, at this time I work exclusively with adults.
“The fundamental principle in care of the soul is that the soul needs tending. If we do not tend to things in their suffering, and decay, we risk living the life of the walking dead.” ~Thomas Moore. As I acquire experience as a therapist, it has become apparent that the therapeutic relationship between the counselor and the client is crucial to the success of the client. Counseling is based on trust and the professional connection, and through that connection, the counseling session becomes a co-creation that can unlock the client’s barriers to a fulfilling life.
“The fundamental principle in care of the soul is that the soul needs tending. If we do not tend to things in their suffering, and decay, we risk living the life of the walking dead.” ~Thomas Moore. As I acquire experience as a therapist, it has become apparent that the therapeutic relationship between the counselor and the client is crucial to the success of the client. Counseling is based on trust and the professional connection, and through that connection, the counseling session becomes a co-creation that can unlock the client’s barriers to a fulfilling life.
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I truly care about what you are facing. Life can be overwhelming, and it's not always easy to navigate the challenges that come our way. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or the aftermath of trauma, know that you don't have to face it alone. I am here to offer you the compassionate support and guidance you deserve. Together, we will explore the depths of your experiences, untangle the complexities, and pave the way for healing and personal growth. You deserve to live a life that is aligned with your values, filled with joy, and enriched by meaningful connections.
I truly care about what you are facing. Life can be overwhelming, and it's not always easy to navigate the challenges that come our way. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or the aftermath of trauma, know that you don't have to face it alone. I am here to offer you the compassionate support and guidance you deserve. Together, we will explore the depths of your experiences, untangle the complexities, and pave the way for healing and personal growth. You deserve to live a life that is aligned with your values, filled with joy, and enriched by meaningful connections.
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The world can be a scary place. Things can happen to us where the scars are not visible to the world. These scars can show up as depression, anxiety, anger, and even thoughts of suicide. In our sessions together, we will work together to find relief from these scars. I want to provide a safe space where you can tell your story and be heard. I am specialized to work with trauma, depression, anxiety, and feelings of intense anger. I incorporate Emotion Focus Therapy (EFT), Attachment, EMDR, and Lifespan Integration (for trauma).
Book with me now by clicking on my website.
The world can be a scary place. Things can happen to us where the scars are not visible to the world. These scars can show up as depression, anxiety, anger, and even thoughts of suicide. In our sessions together, we will work together to find relief from these scars. I want to provide a safe space where you can tell your story and be heard. I am specialized to work with trauma, depression, anxiety, and feelings of intense anger. I incorporate Emotion Focus Therapy (EFT), Attachment, EMDR, and Lifespan Integration (for trauma).
I use non-directive and directive play therapy techniques to support greater integration and strengthen relationships.
Supporting Children, Teens Adults and Families through Healing and Growth
About Me
I work with Children, teens, Adults and families around challenges such as anxiety, depression trauma, grief and loss, and attention difficulties. I understand that the struggles we face can sometimes feel overwhelming and difficult to make sense of, and I believe in creating a safe and supportive space where healing can begin.
I use non-directive and directive play therapy techniques to support greater integration and strengthen relationships.
Supporting Children, Teens Adults and Families through Healing and Growth
About Me
I work with Children, teens, Adults and families around challenges such as anxiety, depression trauma, grief and loss, and attention difficulties. I understand that the struggles we face can sometimes feel overwhelming and difficult to make sense of, and I believe in creating a safe and supportive space where healing can begin.
I seek to provide support for healthy change, personal growth, and healing. Together we will identify specific areas to explore and then create a plan to work towards positive lasting change. We will focus on building healthy coping skills to manage current symptoms and future challenges. Specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), working across a variety of mental health symptoms, assisting to increase focus, flexibility, ability to cope with pain, building interpersonal effectiveness, emotional intelligence, and problem solving.
I seek to provide support for healthy change, personal growth, and healing. Together we will identify specific areas to explore and then create a plan to work towards positive lasting change. We will focus on building healthy coping skills to manage current symptoms and future challenges. Specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), working across a variety of mental health symptoms, assisting to increase focus, flexibility, ability to cope with pain, building interpersonal effectiveness, emotional intelligence, and problem solving.
I incorporate play and expressive arts mainly when working with youth, but sometimes it serves well with adults.
Hi, I'm Kelsey. I know reaching out for therapy can feel intimidating, and my goal is to help create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself from the very beginning. I believe people heal the best when they are heard, supported and never judged for what they are going through.
I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma emotional stress, substance use concerns, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I also have experience supporting individuals navigating co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges.
I incorporate play and expressive arts mainly when working with youth, but sometimes it serves well with adults.
Hi, I'm Kelsey. I know reaching out for therapy can feel intimidating, and my goal is to help create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself from the very beginning. I believe people heal the best when they are heard, supported and never judged for what they are going through.
I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma emotional stress, substance use concerns, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I also have experience supporting individuals navigating co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges.
My practice serves youth, families, and adults navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, life transitions, behavioral concerns, and relationship challenges. Many clients come in feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or unsure where to start. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard, build on their strengths, and develop practical tools to create meaningful and lasting change.
My practice serves youth, families, and adults navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, life transitions, behavioral concerns, and relationship challenges. Many clients come in feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or unsure where to start. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard, build on their strengths, and develop practical tools to create meaningful and lasting change.
I offer play therapy and animal-assisted therapy to help clients express emotions, build self-awareness, and develop skills in ways that feel natural and engaging.
I am a master's level clinical mental health intern, working under the supervision of a licensed counselor. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and families who are navigating emotional or behavioral challenges. I offer support by coming alongside the individual to dig into what is going on beneath the surface. People often come in feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward.
Through a strengths-based, experiential approach, I help clients build emotional awareness, strengthen relationships, and develop practical skills that support confidence, connection, and meaningful change.
I offer play therapy and animal-assisted therapy to help clients express emotions, build self-awareness, and develop skills in ways that feel natural and engaging.
I am a master's level clinical mental health intern, working under the supervision of a licensed counselor. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and families who are navigating emotional or behavioral challenges. I offer support by coming alongside the individual to dig into what is going on beneath the surface. People often come in feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward.
Through a strengths-based, experiential approach, I help clients build emotional awareness, strengthen relationships, and develop practical skills that support confidence, connection, and meaningful change.
With over 13 years of dedicated experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I am passionate about supporting children, families, and parents through life’s challenges. My practice is rooted in evidence-based approaches that foster healing, growth, and resilience, with a focus on strengthening relationships and nurturing emotional well-being.
I specialize in addressing a wide range of children, family, and parenting-related issues, including behavioral concerns, anxiety, trauma, family transitions, and parent-child relationship difficulties. My therapeutic approach is creative and collaborative, experiential and informed.
With over 13 years of dedicated experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I am passionate about supporting children, families, and parents through life’s challenges. My practice is rooted in evidence-based approaches that foster healing, growth, and resilience, with a focus on strengthening relationships and nurturing emotional well-being.
I specialize in addressing a wide range of children, family, and parenting-related issues, including behavioral concerns, anxiety, trauma, family transitions, and parent-child relationship difficulties. My therapeutic approach is creative and collaborative, experiential and informed.
Play therapy also informs his work with children, teens, and families.
A native of Spain, Rudy is Spanish-English bilingual and works with adults, teens, children, as well as families and couples. He has a real passion for helping those struggling with issues related to assimilation, acculturation, and racial prejudice.
Play therapy also informs his work with children, teens, and families.
A native of Spain, Rudy is Spanish-English bilingual and works with adults, teens, children, as well as families and couples. He has a real passion for helping those struggling with issues related to assimilation, acculturation, and racial prejudice.
Live is changing and growing, let me help you with the next chapters and steps you would like to take towards your self-care, growth, and goals.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that had the opportunity to work within the school system for seven years. This experience allowed me to help families as they navigate school and home life. I have enjoyed working with children, adolescents, parents and caregivers for 11 years.
Prior to becoming a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I came from a place of understanding, and supporting families as they navigated the medical world, with medically complex children.
Live is changing and growing, let me help you with the next chapters and steps you would like to take towards your self-care, growth, and goals.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that had the opportunity to work within the school system for seven years. This experience allowed me to help families as they navigate school and home life. I have enjoyed working with children, adolescents, parents and caregivers for 11 years.
Prior to becoming a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I came from a place of understanding, and supporting families as they navigated the medical world, with medically complex children.
Online Therapists
Hello! I’m Maggie Kelley, LCSW, and I specialize in helping individuals navigate life's challenges with a compassionate and practical approach.
I believe that everyone has the ability to make meaningful changes in their lives, and my goal is to provide the support and tools necessary to help you do just that. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or major life transitions, I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to explore your feelings and develop effective strategies for growth.
Hello! I’m Maggie Kelley, LCSW, and I specialize in helping individuals navigate life's challenges with a compassionate and practical approach.
I believe that everyone has the ability to make meaningful changes in their lives, and my goal is to provide the support and tools necessary to help you do just that. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or major life transitions, I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to explore your feelings and develop effective strategies for growth.
We as women have so many issues, from things like: sexual trauma; over sexualization: misogyny; depression; anxiety; and low self-worth to name a few. No matter what you are facing, any of the above issues, low self-esteem, relationship problems, emotional pain, or anything in between I can assist. Some of our problems began in the womb and still haunt us t0 this day. You are worth fighting for and positive change is our birthright. I work exclusively with women and teen girls who are ready to better understand themselves, who are ready to take bold action, redevelop their spiritual self, and feel more in control of their lives.
We as women have so many issues, from things like: sexual trauma; over sexualization: misogyny; depression; anxiety; and low self-worth to name a few. No matter what you are facing, any of the above issues, low self-esteem, relationship problems, emotional pain, or anything in between I can assist. Some of our problems began in the womb and still haunt us t0 this day. You are worth fighting for and positive change is our birthright. I work exclusively with women and teen girls who are ready to better understand themselves, who are ready to take bold action, redevelop their spiritual self, and feel more in control of their lives.
I graduated from the University of Puget Sound and Argosy University of Behavioral Sciences Seattle, with a Masters in Counseling Psychology. I focus on building a relationship based on trust. By listening, validating, and reflecting, a trusting client-therapist relationship can be obtained. I would like to assist as many people as possible to achieve success in life and reach their personal mental health goals.
I graduated from the University of Puget Sound and Argosy University of Behavioral Sciences Seattle, with a Masters in Counseling Psychology. I focus on building a relationship based on trust. By listening, validating, and reflecting, a trusting client-therapist relationship can be obtained. I would like to assist as many people as possible to achieve success in life and reach their personal mental health goals.
When working with kids, I used a child-centered play therapy approach.
At Dani R Counseling, we use a person-centered approach that prioritizes each client’s experiences, feelings, and perspectives, creating an environment where clients feel understood and accepted. This approach is grounded in the belief that every person has the inherent capacity for growth and self-actualization. During sessions, your counselor acts as a facilitator of your therapeutic process in a safe, non-judgmental space that empowers you to set the direction and pace for your own healing journey. Don’t worry though! You will have the help you need along the way.
When working with kids, I used a child-centered play therapy approach.
At Dani R Counseling, we use a person-centered approach that prioritizes each client’s experiences, feelings, and perspectives, creating an environment where clients feel understood and accepted. This approach is grounded in the belief that every person has the inherent capacity for growth and self-actualization. During sessions, your counselor acts as a facilitator of your therapeutic process in a safe, non-judgmental space that empowers you to set the direction and pace for your own healing journey. Don’t worry though! You will have the help you need along the way.
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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.