Nurturing Spirits, Fostering Growth
CHILD COUNSELING SERVICES
As play therapists, our primary focus is guiding children on their journey to discovering their most authentic selves. Through play, children can explore their thoughts and emotions in a safe and nurturing environment, fostering growth and resilience.
WHAT WE DO
Play Therapy
Our Focus
We weave together child-centered play therapy and synergetic play therapy, illuminated by the lens of neuroscience and interpersonal neurobiology. This allows us to deeply connect with children and provide parents with insights into the science behind their child’s behaviors and emotions.
Our Expertise
Our specialization involves addressing a range of concerns, encompassing depression/anxiety, behavioral issues, emotional regulation challenges, adjustment difficulties, low self-esteem, child/parent relationship challenges, grief, and ADHD behaviors.
We're in this together.
Recognizing the indispensable role parents and adults play in a child’s life, we are equally committed to helping parents reconnect with their inner child. In this shared journey, we empower them to become the best possible support systems for their children. Parenting, from our perspective, is a partnership, and we are here to facilitate that transformative journey together.
ABOUT MEEllie Johnson
LPC, Registered Play Therapist
An educational foundation in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, combined with experience working across diverse settings—including inpatient hospitals for children, long-term residential care for adolescents, and private practice—led to the establishment of Esprit Counseling. As Esprit Counseling’s founder, I leverage diverse experiences to drive our commitment to transformative and professional support for all we serve.
HOW IT WORKSOur Process
- ORIENTATION
- EXPLORATION
- EMPOWERMENT
Building A Relationship With Your Therapist
As we introduce your child to their play therapist, our focus is on validating your child’s experiences, truths, and struggles, fostering trust, and creating a secure environment for growth. It’s the beginning of a meaningful relationship aimed at nurturing your child’s well-being.
Exploring Effective Paths for Your Child
In our specialized space, every play moment holds the key to unlocking insights into your child’s unique world. During our strategic play methods and sessions, we uncover the science behind your child’s behaviors and emotions. While we may start as acquaintances, we will soon become the allies your child will embrace.
Setting and Achieving Development Goals
Curious about our play therapy methods? Feel free to ask questions before your child’s first session.
We are here to ensure a constructive and enjoyable path towards achieving milestones for both you and your child.
