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We Specialize In:
- Abuse (emotional, verbal, physical, sexual, religious/spiritual, etc.)
- Anxiety
- Attachment Issues
- Clinician Supervision & Consultation
- Depression
- Divorce and Separation
- EMDR Therapy/EMDR Intensives
- Expressive Arts
- Grief and Loss
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Life Transitions
- LGBTQIA+
- Maternal Mental Health
- Mindfulness
- Parent Coaching/Education
- Parent Facilitation
- Personal Growth
- Play Therapy
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Relationship Issues
- Self-Esteem
- Stress Management
- Trauma (single incident, complex, medical, etc.)
- Women’s Issues
About Empowered Through Play: Our Services
Child Counseling: Play Therapy that works and Support for Parents too!
Child Counseling: Play Therapy that works and Support for Parents too!
Child Counseling: Play Therapy that works and Support for Parents too!
At Empowered Through Play, we believe that everyone has the potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life. We know that children express their struggles through behavior, not words. Our expert child therapists go beyond traditional talk therapy to uncover what your child is truly experiencing, helping them develop the emotional too
At Empowered Through Play, we believe that everyone has the potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life. We know that children express their struggles through behavior, not words. Our expert child therapists go beyond traditional talk therapy to uncover what your child is truly experiencing, helping them develop the emotional tools they need to thrive. Play therapy is more than just kids having fun with toys—though that’s part of the magic! It’s a way for children to express their feelings, process experiences, and work through challenges in a language they know best: play.
Learn more about Child Counseling and Play Therapy. Adolescent Counseling
Child Counseling: Play Therapy that works and Support for Parents too!
Child Counseling: Play Therapy that works and Support for Parents too!
We'll help your teenager feel better and get back to doing what they love, while providing you with the understanding and resources to support their growth through these important years. Our approach balances giving your teen the space to open up freely while keeping you informed and empowered through their journey.
Parent Counseling
Child Counseling: Play Therapy that works and Support for Parents too!
Parent Counseling
Sometimes the most effective parenting technique is managing your own stress as a parent. Our therapists help you do just that.
As a parent, the challenges you face are unique, and your well-being is crucial, not just for yourself but for your entire family. We understand that the role of a parent can be overwhelming, and we’re here to su
Sometimes the most effective parenting technique is managing your own stress as a parent. Our therapists help you do just that.
As a parent, the challenges you face are unique, and your well-being is crucial, not just for yourself but for your entire family. We understand that the role of a parent can be overwhelming, and we’re here to support you through every step of your journey. Our counselors are trained in a variety of evidence-based techniques and therapies to help you and your child achieve optimal mental health.
Trauma Counseling
Clinical Supervision/Play Therapy Supervision
Parent Counseling
Healing from past trauma can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face it alone. Trauma therapy provides a safe, supportive space to process difficult experiences, reduce anxiety, and rebuild a sense of safety and control in your life.
Clinical Supervision/Play Therapy Supervision
Clinical Supervision/Play Therapy Supervision
Clinical Supervision/Play Therapy Supervision
Are you a therapist seeking clinical supervision that fosters growth, confidence, and ethical practice? Whether your working toward licensure or refining your skills as an experience clinician, I offer personalized, supportive, and insightful clinical and play therapy supervision to help you navigate the completion of therapy with competence and care.
About Empowered Through Play
Our Approach
What is the difference between a Registered Play Therapist and a Certified/Child Therapist ?
What is the difference between a Registered Play Therapist and a Certified/Child Therapist ?
At Empowered Through Play, our clinicians are under Clinical Supervision and receive specialized training under a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. Our team of experienced therapists uses a client-centered approach, working collaboratively with our clients to identify their goals. We also place a strong emphasis on building a trust
At Empowered Through Play, our clinicians are under Clinical Supervision and receive specialized training under a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. Our team of experienced therapists uses a client-centered approach, working collaboratively with our clients to identify their goals. We also place a strong emphasis on building a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship.
Our approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and non-judgment. We strive to create a safe and supportive environment where our clients feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and feelings, and where they can develop the skills and tools they need to thrive.
What is the difference between a Registered Play Therapist and a Certified/Child Therapist ?
What is the difference between a Registered Play Therapist and a Certified/Child Therapist ?
What is the difference between a Registered Play Therapist and a Certified/Child Therapist ?
A Registered Play Therapist (RPT/RPT-S) is a mental health professional who is specially trained in play therapy techniques and practices. Their role encompasses:
A Registered Play Therapist (RPT/RPT-S) is a therapist who has undergone specialized training, supervision, and clinical experience specifically in play therapy. They also have b
A Registered Play Therapist (RPT/RPT-S) is a mental health professional who is specially trained in play therapy techniques and practices. Their role encompasses:
A Registered Play Therapist (RPT/RPT-S) is a therapist who has undergone specialized training, supervision, and clinical experience specifically in play therapy. They also have been certified and approved by the Association for Play Therapy (APT), ensuring they meet rigorous professional standards.
Why Does this Matter?
What is the difference between a Registered Play Therapist and a Certified/Child Therapist ?
Benefits of Play Therapy with an RPT (RPT-S)
Through extensive training in Play Therapy, Therapist who are Registered in Play therapy with the American Play Therapy Association (a4pt.org) have a deep understanding of the therapeutic power of play. Registered Play Therapists (RPT's) use play effectively to help children process emotions, trauma, and behavioral challenges. While othe
Through extensive training in Play Therapy, Therapist who are Registered in Play therapy with the American Play Therapy Association (a4pt.org) have a deep understanding of the therapeutic power of play. Registered Play Therapists (RPT's) use play effectively to help children process emotions, trauma, and behavioral challenges. While other therapists may integrate play techniques into their work, they may not have the specialized skills, supervision, or theoretical grounding that make play therapy a transformative intervention.
Benefits of Play Therapy with an RPT (RPT-S)
Benefits of Play Therapy with an RPT (RPT-S)
Benefits of Play Therapy with an RPT (RPT-S)
Holistic Understanding: RPTs are equipped to see beyond the surface, understanding the deeper emotional and psychological needs of a child.
Tailored Interventions: Every child is unique. RPTs are trained to customize their therapeutic interventions based on the child's specific needs.
Improved Outcomes: Studies have shown that play therapy
Holistic Understanding: RPTs are equipped to see beyond the surface, understanding the deeper emotional and psychological needs of a child.
Tailored Interventions: Every child is unique. RPTs are trained to customize their therapeutic interventions based on the child's specific needs.
Improved Outcomes: Studies have shown that play therapy can result in positive behavioral changes, better emotional regulation, and improved relationships for children.
What is an RPT-S?
Benefits of Play Therapy with an RPT (RPT-S)
What is an RPT-S?
An RPT-S, or Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, is a mental health professional who has not only obtained the credentials of a Registered Play Therapist but has also met additional training and experience requirements to supervise and train other professionals in the field of play therapy.
The Owner of Empowered Through Play, LCC is a
An RPT-S, or Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, is a mental health professional who has not only obtained the credentials of a Registered Play Therapist but has also met additional training and experience requirements to supervise and train other professionals in the field of play therapy.
The Owner of Empowered Through Play, LCC is a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor (RPT-S), and she ensures that all of her clinicians receive training in play centered activities.
Find out more about more about more if your therapist is a RPT/RPT-S by visiting (a4pt.org).
