Are you looking for a child-friendly therapy approach that supports emotional expression and healing? Play Therapy uses the natural language of play to help children explore feelings, resolve conflicts, and develop coping skills. At Summit Counseling Center, our trained play therapists create a safe, nurturing space where children feel heard and understood.
What Is Play Therapy?
Play Therapy is a therapeutic approach designed especially for children. It uses toys, games, art, and imaginative play to help kids communicate and process experiences that may be difficult to express with words. This approach is effective for children dealing with trauma, anxiety, behavioral challenges, and developmental issues.
Play Therapy is helpful for:
- Alcohol Use (Family Members)
- Anger Management
- Anxiety and Panic Disorders
- Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders (ADHD)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Behavioral Issues
- Blended Families and Remarriage
- Body Positivity
- Cancer
- Communication Skills
- Conflict Resolutions
- Death & Dying
- Depression
- Divorce/Separation
- Drug Abuse (Family)
- Education & Learning Disabilities
- Emotional Abuse
- Family Conflict
- Family Violence and Abuse
- Grief and Loss
- Learning Disabilities
- Life Transitions
- Low Self-Esteem
- Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD)
- Parent – Child Relationships
- Physical Abuse
- Problem Behaviors
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Social Skills and Peer Relationships
- Spiritual Issues and Concerns
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
What to Expect in Play Therapy Sessions
In Play Therapy sessions, your child will:
- Engage in age-appropriate play activities guided by the therapist
- Use toys, art, storytelling, and games to express feelings
- Build trust and develop coping skills in a supportive setting
- Explore emotions and experiences at their own pace
- Receive individualized support tailored to their needs
Parents are often involved to support progress and reinforce growth at home.
Why Choose Summit Counseling Center?
- Certified and experienced Play Therapists on staff
- Child-focused, compassionate care for diverse needs
- Services for children of all ages and developmental stages
- Convenient in-person and virtual play therapy sessions
We’re dedicated to helping your child thrive emotionally and socially.
Ready to Support Your Child Through Play Therapy?
If you’re searching for play therapy near me, child counseling, or therapeutic support for your child’s emotional health, Summit Counseling Center is here to help.
Call today or schedule your child’s play therapy session to begin their healing journey.
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