Professionals Who Specialize in Play Therapy

Madelaine Gold, LMFT

Therapists, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

  • $225 - $275 Per Session

Madelaine Gold, LMFT, uses transformative, inside-out approaches to support healing, personal growth, self-discovery, and healthy relationships.


"My approach to therapy is both transformative and deeply healing. I focus on understanding and addressing the inner world of each client, recognizing that lasting change begins from within. By creating a safe and compassionate space, I help …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’ͺ Challenging
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🀝 Collaborative

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, …

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

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 …

  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🐣 Out of the box

Leah Matyas, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

  • In-office Suffern
  • $150 - $250 Per Session

Leah Matyas, LMHC, approaches therapy with a collaborative & client-centered philosophy, firmly rooted in a commitment to maintaining a goal-oriented focus.


"I take a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy, always focusing on clear goals. I believe that everyone’s unique experiences and perspectives should shape the therapeutic process, so I tailor my approach to fit each individual. By working closely …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Real Talk Women's Support Group

Support Groups, Support that heals. Connection that inspires.

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $50 - $100 Per Session

Real Talk Women's Support Group in Brooklyn offers conversation, reflection, and sandtray therapy to support growth, connection, and healing.


"The Real Talk Women’s Support Group is for women who crave genuine connection, emotional support, and personal growth in a safe and judgment-free space. It’s a place for those who feel worn out by surface-level interactions and long …

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

Yosef Klein, MHC-LP

Therapists, Mental Health Counselor, Limited Permit

  • In-office Spring Valley
  • $250 Per Session
  • 1 review

Yosef Klein, MHC-LP, uses IFS and creative approaches to help clients heal trauma, manage anxiety, strengthen relationships, and build self-understanding.


"I walk alongside my clients as a fellow traveler on their healing journey, offering presence and support as they navigate the challenges of life. My goal is to create a space filled with curiosity, compassion, and safety, where …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ™ Spiritual

Deetza Rosen, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • In-office North Miami Beach
  • $175 - $225 Per Session
  • Insurance
  • 4 reviews

Deetza Rosen, LMHC, treats anxiety in children, teens, and women using CBT, somatic therapy, ERP, and behavioral strategies to build emotional regulation and coping skills.


"My practice centers on a skills-focused approach that helps children, parents, teenage girls, and women build meaningful regulation and coping abilities that truly support them in daily life. I draw from an integrated methodology that combines Cognitive Behavioral …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • 🧘 Calm

Ruchy Rosenberg, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Work LMSW

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $150 - $200 Per Session

Ruchy Rosenberg, LMSW, works with children, teens & adults using attachment-based, relational therapy with play, sand tray & Theraplay to foster healing and growth.


"My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in attachment theory and the profound belief that healing unfolds within the safety of trusting, supportive relationships. I’m committed to creating a warm, nurturing space where clients feel truly seen, heard, …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🧘 Calm

Elana Feuerman, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Work

  • In-office Passaic
  • $200 Per Session

Elana Feuerman, LMSW, is a play therapist for kids & teens. She supports children & parents with anxiety, behavior, school issues, and parent-child dynamics.


"Children are often telling us a story. When they refuse to sleep at night, when they push or hit other kids, when they cling to a parent at drop-off, when they escalate without warning, when they eat too …

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🧘 Calm
  • 🀝 Collaborative

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 …

  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🧘 Calm

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
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • πŸ™ Spiritual
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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