Play Therapy
Play is how kids naturally communicate. Sessions use toys, games and creative materials so children can express feelings in their own language.
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How we work together.
Play therapy is my specialty. I also use sandtray, expressive arts and traditional talk therapy, and I choose the approach that fits each person.
Sandtray
Building scenes with miniature figures in a tray of sand: a hands-on way to show what can be hard to put into words.
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Drawing, painting and other creative work as a way to explore feelings and tell your story. No art skills needed.
Learn more →Traditional Talk Therapy
Good old-fashioned conversation, for older kids, teens, parents and adults who'd rather talk it out.
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An integrative toolbox.
My foundation is Adlerian. Along with the four approaches above, I'm trained in or draw from:
- Adlerian Play Therapy
- Theraplay
- PCIT
- AUTPlay (certified)
- DBT
- CBT
- Attachment-based work
- Solution-focused therapy
Practical details
Fees, insurance and scheduling.
Placeholders to confirm with Melissa
- Insurance accepted, self-pay rates and any sliding scale
- In-person and telehealth options
- Session length
Scheduling, paperwork, reminders and payments are handled through my secure SimplePractice client portal.
Ready when you are.
Request a consultation to talk it through first, or schedule an intake when you're ready to begin.