Play Therapy for Children

In-person in THE Denver Metro Area

It can be so difficult to see your child struggle.

Is your child struggling with emotional challenges, communication, or behavior? I specialize in helping children navigate their feelings and build resilience through play therapy. By using creative tools like toys and art, your child can safely express themselves, work through difficult emotions, and develop healthier coping strategies.

In addition to therapy with your child, I take a family systems approach, helping you understand how family dynamics may be affecting your child's well-being. Together, we’ll improve communication, strengthen connections, and create a more supportive home environment. With my guidance, your child will not only heal but grow in confidence and emotional resilience—empowering them to thrive both at home and in life.

Signs Your Child May Benefit from Play Therapy:

  • Difficulty expressing emotions

  • Mood swings and irritability

  • Anxiety or fears

  • Behavioral issues

  • Coping with change or trauma

  • Struggles with school or social relationships

  • Low self-esteem or confidence

  • Family or sibling conflict

  • Divorce

Helping Children Navigate Emotions, Build Resilience, and Thrive.

How play therapy works

Play therapy is a powerful therapeutic approach for children that uses play as a natural way for them to express their feelings, thoughts, and experiences. Children often lack the verbal skills to express complex emotions, so play becomes their language. Through play, they can process difficult feelings, develop problem-solving skills, and work through past traumas in a safe, supportive environment.

In play therapy, I provide a variety of toys, art materials, and games that allow children to engage in creative activities. As they play, I observe and guide the process, helping them work through issues like anxiety, grief, family changes, or social challenges. The goal is to help children gain self-confidence, improve emotional regulation, and develop healthier ways of interacting with others.

For parents, play therapy provides valuable insights into their child’s inner world. It’s a gentle, non-threatening way for children to begin healing and growing emotionally. I work collaborately with parents to share progress, suggest strategies for home, and help you support your child’s emotional development. Play therapy empowers children to feel heard, understood, and capable of navigating life's challenges.

What we’ll work on

Therapy can help your child:

  • Regulate emotions like anger and sadness.

  • Improve emotional awareness through safe expression

  • Build social skills, confidence, and problem-solving.

  • Confront and manage fears, building resilience.

  • Address emotional roots, teaching healthier coping strategies.

  • Provide a safe space to process grief or life transitions.

  • Improve communication and strengthens relationships.

Your child has incredible gifts, strengths, & potential.

I’M HERE TO HELP THEM discover that.

FAQS

Common questions about therapy for children

  • Parents are involved! In my work with children, parents play an integral role. While using play therapy to help children express emotions, I also involve parents through a family systems approach, addressing how family dynamics and communication impact the child’s well-being. I provide practical strategies for parents to support their child at home, improving family connections and fostering healthier interactions. This collaborative approach strengthens both the child and the family as a whole.

  • Progress in therapy often shows up as changes in behavior, mood, and the way your child interacts with others. You may notice your child feeling more confident, expressing themselves more clearly, or managing emotions better. I’ll regularly provide feedback on their progress and any adjustments needed.

  • It's common for children to feel hesitant at first. The goal of play therapy is to create a safe, welcoming space where they feel comfortable. Over time, most children come to look forward to sessions as they begin to feel heard and understood. If concerns persist, we can work together to address their feelings about therapy.