Play therapists in Austin, TX
Browse Play therapists in Austin, Texas. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Play Therapy
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 Austin, TX (Online Only)
Play Therapy
Madison Short Conteh - Joy in the Morning Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT
I've been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist for nearly a decade now, and I love this work because it is so full of hope. Usually, when people come to see me, they're not feeling very hopeful, because the problem feels too big to handle. It's sucking the joy out of their relationships, or their life, and they're overwhelmed. Life has let them down, they've been disappointed, and now they're stuck in a spiral of the worst feelings. Some part of them though, knows there is hope out there, that things can be better and they can have relief. That's where therapy, and my role in your story, comes in. I get to hold the hope for you, because I know this path. I've been walking it with people just like you for years. I know that parts of this path are hard, or scary, or beautiful, or relaxing, and I know that all of it is heading towards you experiencing freedom. We walk it together so that you don't have to hold your own burdens,
I have special skills that help us along the path like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). This is a way we use the brain's natural ability to process information, and alleviate feeling stuck in a past experience or experiences. It's especially useful for trauma.
I use Person Centered Talk Therapy. We create the space to sit together with what's on your mind or your heart, to give it what it needs, and move through it.
I use Child Centered Play Therapy so that kids can have the same benefits of therapy as adults, but in a child-attuned way. Kids aren't ready to talk through things, they express them through behaviors. Play therapy gives kids the opportunity to play through those behaviors and find healing.
With parents I offer Child Parent Relationship Therapy training, where I give you the same tools I use as a therapist, but to use within your own home.
In all of this, I often integrate things like somatic work, parts work, and sandtray work.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Austin, TX 78737
Online in Austin, TX
Play Therapy
GPS Counseling, LLC, Georgia Smith-Lyle, MA, LPC-S
Counselor/Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor
Helping others is a passion I have. I love my job and find it very rewarding when I can help others transition, process and emotionally heal from traumatic, stressful or life altering changes in their life. Listening empathetically is key to helping my client. It’s always important for a client to be heard and understand. I’m sensitive to their processing. My approach is direct, making therapeutic suggestions. But one one of the greatest tools a therapist can have is being a good listener and validating their thoughts
22 Years Experience
Online in Austin, TX
Play Therapy
Michelle Peacock
Psychologist, PhD
We will work together to help you make positive changes to your life—healthier, more stable, productive and fulfilling! With each of my clients, I work to build a relationship based in trust and authenticity where you can feel both safe and challenged—safe knowing you can talk openly and will be heard and understood, not judged, but also challenged to make the changes you want to make. Making those changes is more likely when you find a therapist who is empathetic—someone with whom you can connect and trust. Your full potential is always within reach and a therapeutic relationship based in sincere, empathetic, and authentic dialogue is healing. Call me today for a free, phone consultation and get started on a better and brighter present and future.
21 Years Experience
Online in Austin, TX
Play Therapy
Melinda Switzer - Beauty for Ashes Trauma Therapy and Treatment
Counselor/Therapist, Melinda Switzer, MA, LPC, NCC
As one who has experienced complex trauma myself, I believe I can relate to my clients’ experiences and needs. My philosophy is no one should have to live under the shadow of trauma and how it affects the body. Trauma can be tough on survivors, but there is help and hope for healing. Most trauma victims exhibit some signs and symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This can lead to Anxiety, Depression, Disassociation, and a myriad of other mental illnesses. These are the areas I specialize in by offering healing and hope to my clients allowing them to be in control of their trauma and not their trauma being in control of them. Strong mental health is so important and can change the trajectory of your life by helping you go from debilitating disorders to manageable and healthy mental health.
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5 Years Experience
Online in Austin, TX
Play Therapy therapists in Austin, TX Statistics
Play Therapy therapists in Austin, TX average 19 years of experience and charge around $170 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (89%), Depression (80%), and Child or Adolescent Issues (74%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$170
Accept insurance
63%
Offer sliding scale
46%
Gender ID
| 74% |
Female |
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| 20% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 89% |
In Person and Online |
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| 11% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 89% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 80% | Depression |
| 74% | Child or Adolescent Issues |
| 71% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 57% | Loss or Grief |
| 57% | Parenting |
| 54% | ADHD |
Ages Served
| 91% | Adult |
| 89% | Children |
| 89% | Teen |
| 63% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 46% | Women |
| 40% | Christian |
| 31% | Men |
| 31% | Military / Veterans |
| 29% | LGBTQ+ |