Play therapists in Amherst, NY
Browse Play therapists in Amherst, New York. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Play Therapy
Dr. L A McCrae
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCADC, FOT, CCTP, CCTSA
"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.
7 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY
Play Therapy
Stephanie Miodus
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP
I am a licensed psychologist offering therapy, parent coaching, and comprehensive evaluations for autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and developmental challenges. My approach focuses on empowering children, adolescents, and adults by identifying their strengths, addressing challenges, and building practical tools for growth and success. I take a strength-focused, neurodiversity-affirming approach, offering evidence-based strategies tailored to meet your specific needs. In addition to my work with neurodivergent individuals, I have extensive experience supporting those who are adopted or have experienced trauma, including related to chronic illness. My services are grounded in a trauma-informed framework for you to feel safe, understood, and confident as we work together. I believe that growth starts with collaboration, which is why my approach emphasizes working together towards practical solutions and achievable goals. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation today to take the first step to discuss how I can help you or your child thrive.
2 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY
Play Therapy
Long Island Therapy Center ( Mind At Ease): Division of Early Focus Therapies, Inc.
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC
Chantal (Nina) Beaudeau is a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor, with extensive expertise and experience as a psychotherapist and school psychologist. She has survived many personal tragedies and crises, which has made her compassionate and patient. Her mission is to help clients overcome their issues and develop more effective coping skills and resilience.
32 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY
Play Therapy
Shoreline Psychological
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Clinicians at Shoreline Psychological are well-trained and supported by our collegial warm environment. Every individual being served gets the advantage of a group of clinicians that value the use of consultation and supervision. We treat every individual being served as being helped by the practice as a whole.
Our value of providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment guides our decision-making. Our value of serving the whole individual propels our commitment to going over and beyond what happens in the session, to consulting and collaborating with others who may be taking a treatment or personal role in an individual's life.
21 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY
Play Therapy
Anna Stephenson
Therapist, MA, CCLS, RDT, LCAT
Hi, my name is Anna. I hope this page helps you see if we'd be a good fit! My journey to therapy actually started in a dance studio. I was working as a teaching artist and performer when one of my students—a boy on the autism spectrum—joined my class at his therapist's suggestion.Watching him open up and grow through creative expression was incredible. That's when it clicked for me: the arts and therapy together were something powerful, something I needed to understand more deeply. The next fall, I enrolled at New York University for my master's degree. Now this is what I do! Life can be wonderful and challenging in equal measure—and you don't have to navigate the hard parts alone. Together, we'll work to help you feel more connected: to yourself, to others, and to the life you want to be living.
9 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY
Amherst is a suburban town of Buffalo and home to the North Campus of the University at Buffalo, one of the largest universities in the State University of New York system, bringing a substantial student population and the mental health demands that come with a large public research university. The town's generally affluent suburban character contrasts with the significant challenges faced by neighboring Buffalo, and many residents access mental health services in the broader Buffalo metro area alongside local providers. UB's counseling services are a primary resource for students, and a private therapy sector serves Amherst's established families and professional residents. Common therapy concerns include student mental health, academic and identity development stress at a large research university, anxiety, family and relationship issues, and the transitional challenges of navigating life in a prosperous suburb adjacent to a struggling urban center.
Play Therapy therapists in Amherst, NY Statistics
Play Therapy therapists in Amherst, NY average 13 years of experience and charge around $164 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (88%), Depression (88%), and Loss or Grief (75%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$164
Accept insurance
56%
Offer sliding scale
56%
Gender ID
| 54% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 13% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 81% |
In Person and Online |
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| 19% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 88% | Depression |
| 75% | Loss or Grief |
| 69% | Child or Adolescent Issues |
| 69% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 69% | Women's Issues |
| 63% | ADHD |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 81% | Teen |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 69% | Children |
| 56% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 50% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Black / African American |
| 38% | Hispanic / Latino |