Play Therapy

Therapists at Secure Base Counseling Center use play therapy to help children express themselves, manage their emotions and behaviors and learn new skills that allow them to be successful.

Play is the work of childhood and toys are the tools they use to do the work. At Secure Base Counseling Center all of our offices have dedicated playrooms equipped with the tools needed for effective play therapy. Therapists utilize these playrooms to offer child directed play therapy that allows the child to explore, learn, develop new skills, build self regulation and emotional intelligence. Play therapy is conducted one on one with the child, in groups or with family members.

Research suggests Play Therapy is an effective mental health approach, regardless of age, gender, or the nature of the problem, and works best when a parent, family member, or caretaker is actively involved in the treatment process.