Sandplay Therapists in Springfield, MA

"Not everything that is faced can be changed. But nothing can be changed until it is faced." - James Baldwin As a Black, queer, transmasculine, and neurodivergent scholar-practitioner, I view therapy as an act of radical liberation rather than social compliance. Grounded in the Black radical tradition, I partner with "Deep-Sea Divers"—scholars, activists, and survivors—to move beyond traditional talk therapy and into the realm of spiritual reclamation. My approach is direct and somatic, utilizing Sandplay, Somatic Focusing, and Bibliotherapy to map your internal geography and dismantle the "head trash" of carceral systems. Whether navigating neurodivergence, TBI recovery, or the cycles of dependency, we work collaboratively to honor your lived experience without moralistic shame. I do not sit as a detached observer, but as a witness to your evolution and a partner in your resistance against a broken world. My goal is your absolute autonomy, facilitating the heavy, holy work of unmasking and rewriting your testimony. If you are seeking a sanctuary where your identity is celebrated and your liberation is the priority, I am ready to dive with you.

Springfield is the largest city in western Massachusetts and one of the state's most economically challenged communities, with high rates of poverty, significant post-industrial decline, and a large Puerto Rican population that makes it one of the most culturally distinct cities in New England. Spanish-language therapy is essential, and the demand for bilingual practitioners who understand the specific experiences of Puerto Rican and broader Latino communities significantly shapes the local mental health landscape. Baystate Health operates behavioral health programs in the city, and several community mental health centers provide sliding-scale and publicly funded services for residents who cannot afford private therapy. Common therapy concerns include trauma, anxiety, depression, economic stress, and the complex intergenerational dynamics of a diaspora community that has been central to Springfield's identity for decades.

Gender ID

	50%	Male
	50%	Non-Binary

Session Type

100%

In Person and Online

Top Specialties

100%	ADHD
100%	Anger Management
100%	Anxiety or Fears
100%	Autism and Asperger's
100%	Body Image
100%	Career Counseling
100%	Christian Counseling

Ages Served

100%	Adult
100%	Senior
100%	Teen
100%	Young Adult

Client Focus

100%	Black / African American
100%	Christian
100%	LGBTQ+
100%	Men
100%	Persons with Disabilities

Sandplay therapists in Springfield, MA

Dr. L A McCrae

Sandplay Therapy therapists in Springfield, MA Statistics

Average years in practice

Average cost per session

Accept insurance

Offer sliding scale