Play Therapy & Parent Consult Services

Registered Play Therapy (RPT) is a therapeutic approach specifically designed for children, utilizing the natural medium of play to help them express feelings, process experiences, and develop coping skills. At River City Counseling, a Registered Play Therapist is trained to use structured play-based techniques, which allow children to work through emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges in a safe and supportive environment.

Benefits of Play Therapy:

• Emotional Expression: Play therapy provides children with a comfortable way to express emotions they might struggle to communicate verbally, such as fear, sadness, or anger.
• Problem Solving: Through play, children can explore different ways of thinking and behaving, helping them develop problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Behavioral Improvement: Play therapy can assist in reducing disruptive behaviors and improving emotional regulation, leading to better interactions at home and school.
• Self-Esteem: The therapeutic process helps children build confidence and a stronger sense of self as they overcome challenges.
• Trauma Processing: For children who have experienced trauma, play therapy provides a non-threatening way to work through difficult experiences and heal.

River City Counseling specializes in creating individualized play therapy sessions tailored to each child’s unique needs, fostering emotional growth and resilience.