Professionals Who Specialize in Play Therapy

Shauli Wagschal, MHC-LP CASAC-T

Shauli Wagschal, MHC-LP CASAC-T

Therapists, Mental Health Counselor, Limited Permit: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $100 - $200 Per Session
  • Insurance

Shauli Wagschal is a therapist who integrates an existential perspective, in addition to CBT, DBT, & ACT to empower his clients to find meaning & purpose in life.

"My approach begins with a humanistic, person-centered foundation. I deeply believe that people are inherently good and possess the ability to grow, heal, and create meaningful change when supported in the right environment. By fostering empathy, unconditional positive …

  • 👂 Listener
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🐣 Out of the box
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Melissa Lieber

Melissa Lieber

Therapists, LCAT, ATR-BC

  • In-office New City
  • $200 - $350 Per Session
  • Insurance

Melissa Lieber, LCAT, ATR-BC approach is grounded in a person-centered ethos. She helps people achieve their goals through a creative therapeutic process.

"My approach is grounded in integration, a person-centered philosophy, and a collaborative ethos. I draw from psychodynamic and experiential frameworks to shine a light on the protective barriers that obstruct our path, resulting in suffering, impaired functionality, or …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
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Shoshana Zelcer, LMSW

Shoshana Zelcer, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker

  • In-office Cedarhurst
  • $100 - $120 Per Session
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Shoshana Zelcer, LMSW, offers strengths based, goal focused therapy for children, teens, & adults, to help improve their anxiety, relationships, self esteem, & more.

"I guide my clients using a strengths based and goal oriented approach, helping each individual recognize and highlight the abilities they already carry within themselves. I believe that real growth begins when a person can see their own …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded
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Pnina Braun (Nina Reiss)

Pnina Braun (Nina Reiss)

Therapists, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapy Therapist, LMFT

  • In-office Hewlett
  • $325 Per Session
  • Insurance

Pnina Braun (Nina Reiss), LMFT practices Emotionally Focused Family Therapy to create deeper relational bonds, working with individuals, couples, and families.

"I work with you, whether individual, couple, and/or family, in your processing and healing emotion distress and co-creating your vision of personal growth that emerges through guided discussions in obtaining deep insight, emotional understanding, and self-acceptance. I also …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🙏 Spiritual
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Moishe Maleh, MSW

Moishe Maleh, MSW

Therapists, Master of Social Work, Chaplain

  • In-office Monroe
  • $200 Per Session

Moishe Maleh, MSW, supports children & teens with Child-Centered Play Therapy & attachment-based approaches to foster emotional growth and family connection.

"My approach to therapy is rooted in person-centered principles, Child-Centered Play Therapy, and attachment-based beliefs. I believe that children and teens thrive most within safe, consistent, and emotionally attuned relationships. In therapy, the focus is on building trust …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🥇 Empowering
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Dr. Chaya Rubin

Dr. Chaya Rubin

Therapists, Ph.D.

  • In-office New York

Dr. Chaya Rubin works with clients that appreciate that lasting change is indeed possible, and more accessible than they might have imagined.

"The kind of psychotherapy that I practice involves careful and close listening to the difficulties that manifest themselves in a person’s life, and how those difficulties tend to repeat or consistently present in a variety of contexts. I …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💭 Open minded
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Aliza Katz, LCSW

Aliza Katz, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Rockland County
  • $250 - $350 Per Session

Aliza Katz, LCSW, uses EMDR, sand tray, expressive arts, & play therapy to help clients process trauma, build coping skills, and foster self-awareness and healing.

"I specialize in EMDR Intensives for trauma and anxiety. Essentially, I help people get unstuck so they can move on with their lives. I am a collaborative therapist and see myself as a partner in the healing process, …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 🔥 Energetic
  • 🤝 Collaborative
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Judith Blumenthal, LMHC

Judith Blumenthal, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor; IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $165 - $215 Per Session
  • Insurance

Judith Blumenthal, LMHC, specializes in CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness to support clients with relationships, emotional challenges, and more.

"My approach to counseling is straightforward: do what works best for the client. I do not rely exclusively on one or two modalities. Instead, I draw from a wide range of theories and strategies, tailoring my approach to …

  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🧘 Calm
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Yehoshua Kronglas, LSW

Yehoshua Kronglas, LSW

Therapists, Licensed Social Worker

  • Insurance

Yehoshua Kronglas, LSW, uses a person-centered approach, CBT, & psychoeducation to support relationships, mental health, & personal growth in a judgment-free manner.

"I take a person-centered approach, valuing each client's unique lived experience and perspective. My goal is to provide a supportive and empowering environment where they feel safe to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without judgment. Together, we …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🙌 Affirming
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Aviva Lazarus, DPT

Aviva Lazarus, DPT

DIR Floortime® Therapist, Relationship & Life Coach

  • $150 - $500 Per Session
  • 1 review

Aviva Lazarus, DPT, supports children & families with ADHD, autism, emotion regulation, & parenting challenges using DIR/Floortime therapy, mindfulness, & coaching.

"My approach to therapy, coaching, and counseling is centered around connection, empathy, and seeing each person as a whole. I believe that meaningful and lasting growth happens when people feel safe enough to be themselves, understood without judgment, …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🙌 Affirming
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Daniel Tepfer, Psy.D

Daniel Tepfer, Psy.D

Therapists, Doctor of Psychology

  • In-office Chestnut Ridge
  • $250 Per Session

Daniel Tepfer, Psy.D, helps children & young adults overcome academic, social, emotional, & behavioral challenges using CBT, DBT, ACT, testing & evaluations, & more.

"I generally use a Cognitive Behavioral approach that is fun and experiential when working with children. I enjoy helping them learn skills in ways that feel engaging and interactive, so that therapy is not only effective but also …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🧘 Calm
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Rebecca Marcus

Rebecca Marcus

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • Remote only
  • $225 - $270 Per Session
  • 2 reviews

Rebecca Marcus, LCSW, provides trauma informed, mindfulness and attachment based therapy, helping clients build self trust, emotional resilience, and healthier relationships.

"I take a holistic, relational, and integrative approach to my work, with the belief that healing happens within a safe and meaningful connection. I strive to create a warm and empathic environment where clients feel seen, heard, and …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💪 Challenging
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More Professionals Who Specialize in Play Therapy
Understanding Play Therapy: Play Therapy is a specialized form of therapy designed for children. It uses play as a means of communication and self-expression, allowing individuals to explore and address emotional and psychological challenges. Play Therapy recognizes that play is a natural way for individuals to process their thoughts and feelings, making it an effective therapeutic tool. Application and Scope of Play Therapy: Play Therapy is primarily applied to address concerns related to childhood development, such as behavioral issues, trauma, anxiety, and emotional regulation. It's particularly effective for children who may have difficulty expressing themselves verbally. Play Therapy can sometimes benefit adults who wish to access and process their emotions in a less structured and more creative manner. What to Expect in Play Therapy Sessions: In Play Therapy sessions, individuals are encouraged to engage in various forms of play, such as drawing, storytelling, puppetry, or interactive games. These activities serve as a non-directive way for individuals to express their thoughts and emotions. A trained Play Therapist creates a safe and supportive environment where clients can freely explore and address their concerns.

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