Play Therapy in Foley, AL
Allison Bates
Counselor, MEd, NCC, ALC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Foley, AL 36535
I am a very eclectic and hands on counselor that prefers to shape my methods of approach to each individual's unique needs, but the methods I prefer to pull from most frequently are CBT, SFBT, Person Centered Therapy, and play therapy.
Working with clients from all ages has increased my insight and efficacy in treatment. Some issues include: divorce, anxiety and related disorders, trauma, parenting, depression, domestic issues, anger management, grief, friendship/social skills, family relationships, communication skills, and more. My experience in both school and clinical settings has prepared me to work with individuals from all walks of life. I can provide sessions in-person or via telehealth based on your needs. I believe in the importance of developing therapeutic relationships with my clients to provide the healthiest environment possible for growth.
I am a very eclectic and hands on counselor that prefers to shape my methods of approach to each individual's unique needs, but the methods I prefer to pull from most frequently are CBT, SFBT, Person Centered Therapy, and play therapy.
Working with clients from all ages has increased my insight and efficacy in treatment. Some issues include: divorce, anxiety and related disorders, trauma, parenting, depression, domestic issues, anger management, grief, friendship/social skills, family relationships, communication skills, and more. My experience in both school and clinical settings has prepared me to work with individuals from all walks of life. I can provide sessions in-person or via telehealth based on your needs. I believe in the importance of developing therapeutic relationships with my clients to provide the healthiest environment possible for growth.
Leslie Herhold Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Foley, AL 36535
We are a multi-specialty therapy practice serving the needs of the entire family. From postpartum depression and infertility, to trauma and addiction, to ADHD and anxiety, we are here for your family. We utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness, and Art and Play therapy. We have each received specialized training in our respective areas of expertise, and we are so excited to bring these services to Baldwin and Jefferson Counties.
We are a multi-specialty therapy practice serving the needs of the entire family. From postpartum depression and infertility, to trauma and addiction, to ADHD and anxiety, we are here for your family. We utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness, and Art and Play therapy. We have each received specialized training in our respective areas of expertise, and we are so excited to bring these services to Baldwin and Jefferson Counties.
Megan Marie Hubacher
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Foley, AL 36535
I am a licensed professional counselor who specializes in working with children, families, and those who have experienced trauma. I strive to create an environment where individuals and their families feel safe, heard, and supported during their time of need. I have specific training in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and play therapy. Furthermore, I have experience working with children and teens who are experiencing depression, anxiety, engaging in self-injurious behaviors, ADHD, trauma, and more.
I am a licensed professional counselor who specializes in working with children, families, and those who have experienced trauma. I strive to create an environment where individuals and their families feel safe, heard, and supported during their time of need. I have specific training in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and play therapy. Furthermore, I have experience working with children and teens who are experiencing depression, anxiety, engaging in self-injurious behaviors, ADHD, trauma, and more.
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Sarah Anderson Bryant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Waitlist for new clients
These may include cognitive-behavioral, expressive arts, trauma resolution, and play therapies.
Psychotherapy is a process of exploration, discovery and growth. I work with clients who want to learn more about themselves in a safe, caring and challenging environment. Whether you are in crisis, have overwhelming stress, anxiety/depression or are just in need of support and facilitation.
These may include cognitive-behavioral, expressive arts, trauma resolution, and play therapies.
Psychotherapy is a process of exploration, discovery and growth. I work with clients who want to learn more about themselves in a safe, caring and challenging environment. Whether you are in crisis, have overwhelming stress, anxiety/depression or are just in need of support and facilitation.
Jennifer Holt Starling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate in the State of Alabama. I see clients in both Gulf Shores and Fairhope, Alabama. I specialize in adolescents, couples, and family therapy. I aim to provide clients with a safe, supportive environment that supports the whole person, mind, body, soul, and spirit.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate in the State of Alabama. I see clients in both Gulf Shores and Fairhope, Alabama. I specialize in adolescents, couples, and family therapy. I aim to provide clients with a safe, supportive environment that supports the whole person, mind, body, soul, and spirit.
Bailey Kennon
Counselor, MA, ALC
Verified Verified
Orange Beach, AL 36561
Bailey Kennon received her Master of Arts from Liberty University in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling and is currently in clinical supervision under Jennifer Moseley, LPC-S. Bailey is also pursuing a Doctor of Education in Community Care and Counseling with a specialization in traumatology. She is from Orange Beach, AL, but she and her husband moved to Mobile in Spring 2022 as he is a Student Pastor in the area. She enjoys spending one-on-one time with folks and providing a safe space to process emotions and experiences. Bailey also has a special sidekick, Biscuit the therapy pup, who accompanies her to work most days!
Bailey Kennon received her Master of Arts from Liberty University in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling and is currently in clinical supervision under Jennifer Moseley, LPC-S. Bailey is also pursuing a Doctor of Education in Community Care and Counseling with a specialization in traumatology. She is from Orange Beach, AL, but she and her husband moved to Mobile in Spring 2022 as he is a Student Pastor in the area. She enjoys spending one-on-one time with folks and providing a safe space to process emotions and experiences. Bailey also has a special sidekick, Biscuit the therapy pup, who accompanies her to work most days!
Online Therapists
Jeppsen Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mobile, AL 36609
She utilizes play therapy and art/experiential techniques as well as traditional talk therapy with individuals couples and families.
If you are seeking a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships, and need someone to come alongside you to overcome obstacles that are a result of trauma, low self-esteem, emotional disconnection or hurt, we are willing to help. Both Michael and Mary work with couples, individuals and families. Both are certified Daring Way facilitators , EMDR and Emotion Focused Therapy trained. We have been married 47 years and have raised 11 children. Our personal failures and struggles have informed our practice.
She utilizes play therapy and art/experiential techniques as well as traditional talk therapy with individuals couples and families.
If you are seeking a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships, and need someone to come alongside you to overcome obstacles that are a result of trauma, low self-esteem, emotional disconnection or hurt, we are willing to help. Both Michael and Mary work with couples, individuals and families. Both are certified Daring Way facilitators , EMDR and Emotion Focused Therapy trained. We have been married 47 years and have raised 11 children. Our personal failures and struggles have informed our practice.
Morgan Walker
Counselor, MAMFTC, MATS, ALC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mobile, AL 36608
With young children, I work through play, while helping parents gain understanding into the needs being presented.
Every story is unique, but one thing we share is a need for help. Asking for help may be the hardest part, but this crossroad is where change can happen. This belief is why I am passionate for people who find themselves in a fog, a downward spiral, holding deep wounds, at their wits end, or hiding behind shame. My goal is to provide a gracious place to process, build awareness, and offer a redemptive reframe that sheds light on all of life. Together, we will set healthy goals that will not only equip you, but offers restoration and hope. I particularly enjoy coming alongside parents, couples, families, women, teens, and children.
With young children, I work through play, while helping parents gain understanding into the needs being presented.
Every story is unique, but one thing we share is a need for help. Asking for help may be the hardest part, but this crossroad is where change can happen. This belief is why I am passionate for people who find themselves in a fog, a downward spiral, holding deep wounds, at their wits end, or hiding behind shame. My goal is to provide a gracious place to process, build awareness, and offer a redemptive reframe that sheds light on all of life. Together, we will set healthy goals that will not only equip you, but offers restoration and hope. I particularly enjoy coming alongside parents, couples, families, women, teens, and children.
Larry K Daniels
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
Mobile, AL 36606
I use a variety of approaches that offer practical solutions so you can feel better and enjoy living life again! I am also a Registered Play Therapist! Play is children's language, and toys are their words.
Life can be difficult. You are struggling, tired, and maybe even feeling alone. Things don't have to be the way they are. You can rise above these difficulties. I will listen to you, your struggles, your journey, your heart. Together we will work until you discover joy in your life and find that spring in your step that feels refreshing and rejuvenating! I will help you explore and engage in ways of thinking, behaving, & feeling that will lead you to being a healthy and whole person again, and to having improved relationships with others.
I use a variety of approaches that offer practical solutions so you can feel better and enjoy living life again! I am also a Registered Play Therapist! Play is children's language, and toys are their words.
Life can be difficult. You are struggling, tired, and maybe even feeling alone. Things don't have to be the way they are. You can rise above these difficulties. I will listen to you, your struggles, your journey, your heart. Together we will work until you discover joy in your life and find that spring in your step that feels refreshing and rejuvenating! I will help you explore and engage in ways of thinking, behaving, & feeling that will lead you to being a healthy and whole person again, and to having improved relationships with others.
Sarah Bogdanovich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Fairhope, AL 36532
I specialize in the treatment of ADHD, trauma, and problem behaviors in children, teens, and adults. I use various interventions including talk therapy, play therapy, nature therapy, and family therapy. I have a limited number of in-person and teleheatlh sessions per week.
I specialize in the treatment of ADHD, trauma, and problem behaviors in children, teens, and adults. I use various interventions including talk therapy, play therapy, nature therapy, and family therapy. I have a limited number of in-person and teleheatlh sessions per week.
Randi Nowell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, MAMFT
Verified Verified
Mobile, AL 36606
Play therapy is an integral part of my practice.
Hi there! I'm Randi Nowell, a passionate LMFTA specializing in providing therapy for children and adolescents aged 2 to 18. With extensive experience in working with autism spectrum disorder, I am committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young individuals. By utilizing evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy (CBFT) and Narrative Therapy, I create a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions and experiences. Analogies play a significant role in my work, as I use them to simplify complex concepts and facilitate comprehension.
Play therapy is an integral part of my practice.
Hi there! I'm Randi Nowell, a passionate LMFTA specializing in providing therapy for children and adolescents aged 2 to 18. With extensive experience in working with autism spectrum disorder, I am committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young individuals. By utilizing evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy (CBFT) and Narrative Therapy, I create a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions and experiences. Analogies play a significant role in my work, as I use them to simplify complex concepts and facilitate comprehension.
Lauren Worth Poiroux
Counselor, MS, ALC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mobile, AL 36609
I use modalities such as cognitive behavior therapy, gestalt therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, art therapy, and play therapy.
Counseling to me is all about learning how to empower yourself to weather the ups and downs in life. My goal is to build a relationship with you that allows the space to process hardships and traumatic experiences that you have faced and might be facing still. I can help with a wide array of problems ranging from depression, anxiety, PTSD, and more. I work with children, teens, adults, and couples. My specialty and passion is trauma work. I specialize in helping people of all ages who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of violence.
I use modalities such as cognitive behavior therapy, gestalt therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, art therapy, and play therapy.
Counseling to me is all about learning how to empower yourself to weather the ups and downs in life. My goal is to build a relationship with you that allows the space to process hardships and traumatic experiences that you have faced and might be facing still. I can help with a wide array of problems ranging from depression, anxiety, PTSD, and more. I work with children, teens, adults, and couples. My specialty and passion is trauma work. I specialize in helping people of all ages who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of violence.
Hannah Soileau
Counselor, ALC, NCC
Verified Verified
Mobile, AL 36609
I utilize educational books and play therapy with children.
Welcome! Do you or your child struggle with managing your emotions, low self-esteem, or poor impulse control? Do you or your child have self-sabotaging or self-harming behaviors? I work with children as young as 5, teens, and adults. I help my clients become the best version of themselves. I teach coping skills to help clients manage stress and the hardships that life gives us. My goal is to give you a safe, non-judgmental space to process your emotions.
I utilize educational books and play therapy with children.
Welcome! Do you or your child struggle with managing your emotions, low self-esteem, or poor impulse control? Do you or your child have self-sabotaging or self-harming behaviors? I work with children as young as 5, teens, and adults. I help my clients become the best version of themselves. I teach coping skills to help clients manage stress and the hardships that life gives us. My goal is to give you a safe, non-judgmental space to process your emotions.
Dottie Estes Presley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, EMDR, ASDCS
Verified Verified
Mobile, AL 36695
I Love working with children and families because I feel that the family is so important in the development of children. Helping kids to have a better home life or helping improve their transition during a divorce, a recent move, or a new school environment is an important part of my practice. I also enjoy working with adults to help them achieve their best life. I use an eclectic approach that includes: child-centered play therapy, sand tray therapy, cognitive behavioral, solution focused and client centered therapy. I also enjoy helping clients to find their own strengths and ways to utilize those strengths to have their best life
I Love working with children and families because I feel that the family is so important in the development of children. Helping kids to have a better home life or helping improve their transition during a divorce, a recent move, or a new school environment is an important part of my practice. I also enjoy working with adults to help them achieve their best life. I use an eclectic approach that includes: child-centered play therapy, sand tray therapy, cognitive behavioral, solution focused and client centered therapy. I also enjoy helping clients to find their own strengths and ways to utilize those strengths to have their best life
Michelle N Krulewicz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Mobile, AL 36602
I have been trained in the use of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Critical Time Intervention, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Sand Tray, play therapy techniques, and other evidence based practices.
I work with clients through the lifespan. I believe in meeting clients where they are to achieve goals and find more contentment with their lives. While I do work with people struggling with mental illness, I also work with those who would just like to gain perspective and increased effectiveness in their lives.
I have been trained in the use of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Critical Time Intervention, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Sand Tray, play therapy techniques, and other evidence based practices.
I work with clients through the lifespan. I believe in meeting clients where they are to achieve goals and find more contentment with their lives. While I do work with people struggling with mental illness, I also work with those who would just like to gain perspective and increased effectiveness in their lives.
Erin Vaughn
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Mobile, AL 36695
I specialize in working with adolescents and families who have experienced trauma. I have been trained in child-centered play therapy including sand tray therapy. My counseling style is an eclectic approach blending Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, play therapy, and Client-Centered therapy. I also have advocacy experience in helping families locate and utilize resources necessary for helping them get back on their feet after experiencing trauma.
I specialize in working with adolescents and families who have experienced trauma. I have been trained in child-centered play therapy including sand tray therapy. My counseling style is an eclectic approach blending Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, play therapy, and Client-Centered therapy. I also have advocacy experience in helping families locate and utilize resources necessary for helping them get back on their feet after experiencing trauma.
Diane Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mobile, AL 36609
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Board Certified- Telemental Health counselor, and working toward credentialing as a Registered Play Therapist.
The ability to help others is of great importance to me. It is my objective to create a safe, warm, and inviting atmosphere for clients. While trained in a variety of theories, I seek to adapt my skills to meet the needs of my clients. Although my counseling background and specialties are with children and families, I value working with anyone because I believe we are brought to each other for a reason. I work with individuals, families, and children and utilize play and sand therapy in treatment.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Board Certified- Telemental Health counselor, and working toward credentialing as a Registered Play Therapist.
The ability to help others is of great importance to me. It is my objective to create a safe, warm, and inviting atmosphere for clients. While trained in a variety of theories, I seek to adapt my skills to meet the needs of my clients. Although my counseling background and specialties are with children and families, I value working with anyone because I believe we are brought to each other for a reason. I work with individuals, families, and children and utilize play and sand therapy in treatment.
Kurt W Oster Msw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, ACSW, BCD, RPT™
Verified Verified
Fairhope, AL 36532 (Online Only)
Welcome, and thank you for visiting my page. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Alabama, Florida, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Virginia, a Board Certified Diplomate, and a Registered Play Therapist, and I hold multiple credentials. As a social worker, life coach, and trauma professional, I am here to help clients reach their goals of overcoming life challenges, growing in new ways, and helping develop new positive goals and ways of doing things. Additionally, I work with LGBTQ+ Clients on coming out, identity development, and gender identity issues. I provide a safe place for clients to explore the challenges facing them.
Welcome, and thank you for visiting my page. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Alabama, Florida, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Virginia, a Board Certified Diplomate, and a Registered Play Therapist, and I hold multiple credentials. As a social worker, life coach, and trauma professional, I am here to help clients reach their goals of overcoming life challenges, growing in new ways, and helping develop new positive goals and ways of doing things. Additionally, I work with LGBTQ+ Clients on coming out, identity development, and gender identity issues. I provide a safe place for clients to explore the challenges facing them.
Jennifer Moseley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAMFC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mobile, AL 36695
Jennifer's therapeutic work focuses on the areas of depression, anxiety, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, grief, marriage and family, cognitive behavioral therapy, and play therapy. She particularly enjoys working with children, adolescents, and young adults.
Jennifer's therapeutic work focuses on the areas of depression, anxiety, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, grief, marriage and family, cognitive behavioral therapy, and play therapy. She particularly enjoys working with children, adolescents, and young adults.
Joyworks Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Fairhope, AL 36532
We offer experienced clinicians who use Play Therapy and various other evidence-based modalities to help treat trauma, depression, anxiety, RAD, ODD, PTSD, ADHD and more.
Are you a parent frustrated by your child's hyperactivity, battling for control, anger, defiance, or school behavior problems? Has your family experienced transitions like divorce, loss of a loved one, or moving to a new area? As parents, we want our children to be happy, healthy, well-rounded, joyful, and worry-free. We want them to be at peace with themselves and with others, and confident in themselves and their own abilities and aptitudes. Sadly we can't always protect them from broken relationships, hard choices, big challenges and tough losses. Sometimes we need trusted counsel to help navigate storms.
We offer experienced clinicians who use Play Therapy and various other evidence-based modalities to help treat trauma, depression, anxiety, RAD, ODD, PTSD, ADHD and more.
Are you a parent frustrated by your child's hyperactivity, battling for control, anger, defiance, or school behavior problems? Has your family experienced transitions like divorce, loss of a loved one, or moving to a new area? As parents, we want our children to be happy, healthy, well-rounded, joyful, and worry-free. We want them to be at peace with themselves and with others, and confident in themselves and their own abilities and aptitudes. Sadly we can't always protect them from broken relationships, hard choices, big challenges and tough losses. Sometimes we need trusted counsel to help navigate storms.
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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.