Support Your Child’s Emotional Growth with Play Therapy

At Indigo Therapy Group, we use play-based counseling techniques to support your child’s emotional and psychological well-being, helping them navigate challenges and build resilience.

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What Is Play Therapy?

Play therapy is a form of child therapy through play that helps children communicate feelings, process experiences, and develop coping skills in a safe and supportive environment. Through structured play, children can express emotions and thoughts they may not yet have the words for, making it an effective tool for therapy for young children.

How Play Therapy Helps Children Express Emotions

Children often struggle to articulate complex emotions, especially during times of stress or change. Play therapy provides:

A natural and comfortable way for children to express feelings
Opportunities to process trauma, anxiety, or behavioral challenges
Safe space to explore emotions, practice problem-solving, and develop confidence
Strategies to improve communication and self-regulation

By engaging in therapy for children with anxiety or other emotional challenges, children can grow more aware of their feelings and learn healthy coping strategies.

Real Talk Therapy

Straight-up, genuine conversations that cut through the noise, focusing on what truly matters to you.

Values That Vibe

We stand tall in our beliefs, offering a space where therapy is infused with passion, purpose, and a commitment to social justice.

Diversity & Inclusion Strength

Our team mirrors the world’s diversity, ensuring you find a therapist who truly gets you, no matter your story.

Conditions and Issues Treated with Play Therapy

Play therapy can be effective for a variety of issues, including:

Anxiety, stress, or fear
Depression or low mood
Behavioral challenges and impulse control
Grief, loss, or family transitions
Trauma or abuse
Challenges in emotional development in kids

Our Child Therapists and Their Approach

At Indigo Therapy Group, our therapists are trained in child mental health support and play-based counseling. We create a warm, structured, and safe environment where your child can:

Explore emotions through creative play
Build trust with a supportive therapist
Develop problem-solving, coping, and social skills
Work at their own pace in a nonjudgmental space

Our goal is to help children gain confidence, resilience, and emotional awareness through engaging therapeutic techniques.

Therapy is for literally everyone.

What Happens During a Play Therapy Session?

During a session, your child may engage in activities such as:

Playing with toys, art supplies, or games
Storytelling or role-playing
Expressing emotions through creative outlets
Guided exercises with the therapist to explore feelings and behaviors

Each session is tailored to your child’s age, needs, and developmental stage, allowing them to feel understood while learning healthy ways to manage emotions.

FAQs About Play Therapy

How long does play therapy take?

Duration varies depending on your child’s needs, but sessions typically last 30–60 minutes. Many children benefit from regular weekly sessions over several months.

What age is appropriate for play therapy?

Play therapy is effective for children as young as 3 years old and is suitable for school-aged children and preteens.

Can play therapy help with anxiety?

Yes, therapy for children with anxiety can help your child identify triggers, express fears safely, and develop coping skills.

Do parents participate in play therapy?

While most of the session focuses on the child, parents may participate in brief check-ins or guidance sessions to reinforce skills and support growth at home.

Making Therapy Accessible, Because It Matters.

At Indigo, we're serious about smashing barriers to mental health care. We believe therapy should be actually accessible. That's why we're all in on accepting insurance. Because true inclusivity means ensuring everyone can step into our space, get the support they need, and not stress about the price. It's healthcare, plain and simple. And we're here to make it available to literally everyone.