Professionals Who Specialize in Play Therapy

Devorah Leah Knobloch, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Work

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $75 - $85
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Devorah Leah Knobloch, LMSW takes a client-centered approach, allowing you to guide the direction of therapy in the way you feel will be most helpful.


"I believe every individual is the expert on their own life. With that in mind, I take a client-centered approach, allowing you to guide the direction of therapy in the way you feel will be most helpful. For …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🐣 Out of the box

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 …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • 🧘 Calm

Pessy (Paula) Neuwirth, MHC- LP, CASAC-T

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

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

Pessy Neuwirth incorporates an eccentric therapy style, blending creativity, humor, and unconventional strategies with evidence-based practices.


"My approach blends creativity, humor, and unconventional strategies with evidence-based practices to create a dynamic and engaging experience. I tailor each session to my client's unique needs, offering a space where you feel safe, supported, and understood. Therapy …

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  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • 🐣 Out of the box

Pnina Braun (Nina Reiss)

Therapists, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapy Therapist, LMFT

  • In-office Hewlett
  • $325
  • 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
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ™ Spiritual

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 …

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  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Ella Khanimov, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Work

  • Remote only
  • $100 - $150
  • Insurance

Ella Khanimov, LMSW, uses CBT, ACT, and more to support her clients with emotional regulation, relationships, coping skills, and life transitions and challenges.


"My approach to therapy is client-centered and rooted in empathy, authenticity, and collaboration. I believe that therapy should be a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, understood, and valued. I work alongside my clients to explore …

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  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ’­ Open minded

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 …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Raizel Gordon, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Hollywood
  • $185

Raizel Gordon, LCSW, uses a client-centered approach to support children & adolescent with confidence, emotional growth, self-understanding, and coping skills.


"My approach is warm, client-centered, and grounded in acceptance and curiosity. I meet clients where they are and use creative modalities and conversation to support them in exploring and processing their thoughts, feelings, and experiences while recognizing their …

  • πŸ’ͺ Challenging
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🧘 Calm

Aliza Katz, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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

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, …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ”₯ Energetic
  • 🀝 Collaborative

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 …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’­ Open minded

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 adaptationsβ€”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 …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Aryeh Kugel, MHC-LP

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

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

Aryeh Kugel, LMHC, helps teens, young adults, & families navigate family dynamics, ADHD, anxiety, life changes, & more, through compassionate & holistic care.


"I approach therapy with an easy-going, nonjudgmental presence. I know that coming to therapy takes real courage, and it can feel uncomfortable at first, so I strive to make the process as pleasant and approachable as possible. My …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
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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