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
  • 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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Dr. Diana A Harman, LMHC-D, PhD

Dr. Diana A Harman, LMHC-D, PhD

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Doctor of Psychology

  • Remote only
  • $350 - $200
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Dr. Diana A Harman, LMHC-D, PhD, supports clients with trauma, intergenerational trauma, and cultural stress using EMDR, somatic, and person-centered therapy.

"I take an eclectic, person-centered, and trauma-informed approach to therapy, drawing on a wide range of modalities and creative techniques to meet each client where they are. My training includes EMDR, somatic experiential therapy, ARC, play therapy, ERP …

  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🐣 Out of the box
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Rebecca Marcus

Rebecca Marcus

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • Remote only
  • $225 - $270
  • 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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Moishe Maleh, MSW

Moishe Maleh, MSW

Therapists, Master of Social Work, Chaplain

  • In-office Monroe
  • $200

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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Shoshana Zelcer, LMSW

Shoshana Zelcer, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Worker

  • In-office Cedarhurst
  • $100 - $120
  • 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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Ariel Hochster, PsyD

Ariel Hochster, PsyD

Therapists, Doctor of Psychology

  • Remote only
  • $100 - $200
  • Insurance

Dr. Ariel Hochster, PsyD, offers trauma-informed therapy focused on growth, clarity, and change, helping clients navigate challenges and reach meaningful goals.

"The difference between those who choose to come to therapy and those who do not is not that some have problems and others do not. All people have struggles, except perhaps those we do not know very well. …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🤝 Collaborative
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Daniel Tepfer, Psy.D

Daniel Tepfer, Psy.D

Therapists, Doctor of Psychology

  • In-office Chestnut Ridge
  • $250

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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Nechama Woitovich, MSED, DIR-A

Nechama Woitovich, MSED, DIR-A

Therapists, DIR/Floortime Therapist

  • In-office Highland Park
  • $300
  • 1 review

Nechama Woitovich is a Floortime therapist helping children and teens build emotional, social, and play skills through parent-supported, strength-based therapy.

"My approach to therapy is strength-based, focusing on each child’s abilities and potential. We use activities that are exciting and engaging, which helps children learn skills more deeply and more quickly. I empower parents to form meaningful, connected …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🙌 Affirming
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Melissa Lieber

Melissa Lieber

Therapists, LCAT, ATR-BC

  • In-office New City
  • $200 - $350
  • 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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Moishy Anderson, LMSW

Moishy Anderson, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Work

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • Insurance

Moshe Anderson, LMSW, uses ACT & IFS to help his clients navigate anxiety, and trauma, and build resilience, self-awareness, & emotional well-being.

"My approach to therapy is shaped by the person sitting across from me. No two individuals are the same, and I believe the deepest healing happens through genuine human connection. My goal is always to meet people where …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🤝 Collaborative
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Ohel Family

Ohel Family

Hope. Strength. Community. Understanding Needs. Transforming Lives.

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • Insurance

Ohel Family is a Frum Outpatient Clinic

"Ohel provides a broad spectrum of mental health and substance use services to meet the needs of individuals and families of all ages: Outpatient Counseling for Adults:Ohel offers therapy for adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, or …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded
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Bin Goldman, PsyD

Bin Goldman, PsyD

Therapists, Doctor of Psychology

  • In-office Teaneck
  • $275 - $350
  • 4 reviews

Bin Goldman, PsyD, specializes in IFS, somatic, CBT, mindfulness, & more, to help clients overcome trauma, grief, anxiety, & support their healing and growth.

"Your experiences and symptoms make sense. They are adaptations—ways your system learned to survive, protect you, and manage what once felt unmanageable. Therapy isn’t about erasing them. It’s about helping those protective strategies evolve so they can support …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
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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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