Play Therapy
Play Therapy gives children a way to express, process, and heal from big emotions — all through the natural language of play. Using toys, storytelling, and creativity, children find a safe space to work through anxiety, trauma, loss, behavioral struggles, and more — even when words are hard to find.
Why Choose Play Therapy?
Children don’t sit down and talk through their problems the way adults do — they play through them. Play Therapy meets children right where they are developmentally, allowing them to work through emotional struggles in a way that feels safe, natural, and empowering. With my extensive training and over 20 years of experience, I help children move toward healing and emotional regulation through proven play therapy techniques.
Benefits of Play Therapy
Emotional Expression
Play therapy gives children a safe outlet to express complex emotions they may not yet have words for.
Improved Communication
Children learn to identify and share feelings in healthier ways, improving both home and school relationships.
Behavioral Regulation
Through the safety of play, children build coping skills, manage stress, and develop stronger emotional resilience.
Who is Play Therapy for?
Children ages 2–12 who are experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges
Kids struggling with anxiety, fearfulness, or separation anxiety
Children coping with grief, loss, divorce, or other major life changes
Young survivors of trauma, abuse, or neglect
Children showing anger, aggression, or emotional outbursts at home or school
Kids having difficulty adjusting to new siblings, school transitions, or family changes
Children who have difficulty expressing emotions verbally
Kids dealing with low self-esteem, sadness, or social withdrawal
Children referred by pediatricians, teachers, or school counselors for emotional support
Parents who want to help their child build emotional resilience and healthier coping skills
I am a Registered Play Therapist and
Autplay Certified Provider.
As an Autplay Certified Provider, you can feel assured that I will approach therapy services with an holistic approach. I have a personal and foundational understanding of neurodivergence and the importance of implementation of neurodiversity affirming interventions and practices within the Play Therapy setting. I look forward to partnering with your family along this journey of growth!
What is Autplay?
Per the Autplay Therapy Website:
AutPlay conceptualizes psychological/counseling theory and approaches of play therapy through a diversity understood and informed process for working with Neurodivergent clients. It is designed to assist child and play therapists in selection and implementation of play therapy intervention for children and adolescents toward gains in addressing mental health needs. Parents and children are valued and understood as partners in the therapy process with the therapist.
Results of Play Therapy
More calm, confident, and emotionally resilient children — able to navigate big feelings without melting down.
Healthier relationships — at home, at school, and with peers, as emotional regulation and self-esteem grow.
Stronger communication skills — children learn to share their feelings in healthier ways instead of acting them out.
Renewed family connection — parents feel more confident, supported, and closer to their children as challenges ease.
How to Get Started
1
Connect with me
Reach out through the contact page to schedule a consultation. We’ll discuss your child’s needs and what you’re hoping for from therapy.
2
Initial Consultation
Attend an intake session where we’ll dive deeper into your child’s history, current challenges, and goals for therapy. I’ll explain what you can expect from the play therapy process.
3
Begin healing
Begin regular weekly Play Therapy sessions, where your child can explore emotions, build skills, and heal in a safe and supportive environment.