Play therapists in Waynesville, NC
Browse Play therapists in Waynesville, North Carolina. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Groves Counseling Center
Counselor/Therapist, LCMHC-S, LCMHC, LCAS, MDIV
We are a non-profit Christian Counseling Center that specializes in marriage, family, individual and children's counseling.
10 Years Experience
Online in Waynesville, NC
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Keri Downs, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
As a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience, I, Dr. Keri Downs, specialize in child and adolescent therapy. My extensive experience spans various emotional, behavioral, and social challenges faced by children, adolescents, and young adults, including sadness, behavioral problems, ADHD, giftedness, social difficulties, and trauma. I am dedicated to providing compassionate and evidence-based therapy to help my clients navigate these challenges and achieve personal growth.
I hold degrees from Dartmouth College and Roosevelt University, and my therapeutic approach is rooted in strengths-based, relationship-based, and cognitive-behavioral theories. I strive to understand how my patients’ environments and experiences shape their self-perception, relationships, and worldview. Believing in the power of the therapeutic relationship, I use it as a tool to help patients gain deeper awareness and insight into their emotions, behaviors, and relationship patterns.
At Davenport Psychology, I take pride in my ability to see the big picture and utilize creative, innovative interventions to help children and families reach their greatest potential. I offer individual and group therapy, parent support, and comprehensive psychological evaluations. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings, develop coping strategies, and achieve lasting change.
21 Years Experience
Online in Waynesville, NC
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Dr. Jillian Mahatha
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Ph.D., LCMHC, NCC, ACS, CCTP
Supporting others is more than my profession—it's a calling. I am dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Together, we will explore challenges, build on your strengths, and work toward meaningful healing, personal growth, and lasting positive change.
14 Years Experience
Online in Waynesville, NC (Online Only)
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Proncée Matthews
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW,LISW-S,EMDR Certified Therapist, RPT
I love the work that I do and connecting with my clients in a relatable way. I enjoy providing a space for them where they can truly be themselves. I am an EMDR therapist that specializes in working with women of color that are struggling with anxiety, depression , and/or trauma. EMDR therapy is a type of therapy that allows you to go deeper for deeper healing by using the power of your brain and body, together with your mind.
9 Years Experience
Online in Waynesville, NC (Online Only)
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Montgomery Counseling Group
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LCSWA, LCMHC, LCMHCA
I believe therapy works best when it is both grounded and genuinely human. My approach is collaborative, practical, and trauma-informed, with a focus on helping clients understand what is happening beneath the surface rather than simply managing symptoms.
I work with people who feel stuck in patterns of anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship conflict, or emotional overwhelm. Many of my clients are thoughtful, high-functioning people who are used to pushing through but know something deeper needs attention.
My clinical work draws from evidence-based and experiential approaches, including EMDR, Internal Family Systems-informed therapy, clinical hypnosis, and other trauma-focused methods. I am especially interested in how the nervous system, memory, emotion, and identity all interact in the healing process.
I aim to create a therapy space that is direct but compassionate, supportive but not passive. Together, we will work toward helping you make sense of your experience, reduce distress, and build a more flexible, connected way of living
35 Years Experience
Online in Waynesville, NC
Play Therapy therapists in Waynesville, NC Statistics
Play Therapy therapists in Waynesville, NC average 15 years of experience and charge around $168 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (95%), Depression (84%), and Child or Adolescent Issues (74%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$168
Accept insurance
58%
Offer sliding scale
63%
Gender ID
| 73% |
Female |
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| 19% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 74% |
In Person and Online |
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| 26% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 95% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 84% | Depression |
| 74% | Child or Adolescent Issues |
| 68% | Parenting |
| 68% | Self Esteem |
| 68% | Stress |
| 63% | ADHD |
Ages Served
| 95% | Adult |
| 84% | Teen |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 74% | Children |
| 58% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 47% | Men |
| 37% | Military / Veterans |
| 32% | Black / African American |