What We Offer
Play Therapy for Children & Youth
Play therapy uses play, art and creativity to help children to express emotions, process experiences, and develop healthy coping skills. Play therapy is based on evidence based assessment and treatment approaches.
Types of Play Therapy We Offer:
● Child-Centered Play Therapy
● Structured Play Therapy
● Expressive Arts
● Theraplay® -Informed Practice
● Filial (family) Therapy
Common concerns we support:
● Anxiety and stress
● Trauma and fear
● Abuse (physical, emotional, or sexual)
● Attachment disruptions and repair
● Self-esteem and social skills development
● Challenges with friendships, boundaries, and social skills
● Grief and Loss
● Coping with separation and divorce
What is Theraplay® ?
Theraplay® is a playful, attachment-based therapy that uses joyful, nurturing, and structured interactions to enhance the bond between child and caregivers. It fosters emotional safety, regulation, and secure connection. It enhances self confidence and confidence in others.
Our Services by Age Group
Infants
● Theraplay® -informed counselling (in-person and online)
Toddlers (in person)
● Child-Centered Play Therapy
● Theraplay®-informed sessions
Preschool & School-Aged (up to 12 in person)
● Child-Centered Play Therapy
● Expressive Arts Therapy
● Theraplay® and Filial (Family) Therapy
● EMDR (when clinically appropriate, using child-adapted approaches)
Some services may also be offered online, depending on the child’s needs and developmental stage.
Teens (12+) We offer services online, phone, and in person
● EMDR
● Expressive Arts Therapy
● Structured Play Therapy (including Cognitive Behavioral Play Therapy)
● Talk Therapy
● Family (Filial) Therapy
● Theraplay®-informed sessions
Group Counselling
Groups are available for school-aged children and teens. Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram for posts announcing upcoming groups. Feel free to call to call us for information. We would be happy to talk with you.
Additional Services
We work with community agencies, physicians, schools to coordinate treatment. With your consent, we provide referrals and case management services.
“We are born to Heal.”
~ Dr. Teresa Naseba Marsh, PhD
