Therapeutic Support for Children, Teens, and Families in Madison, Alabama
At Wellspace Play Therapy, we believe healing begins through the power of play. We understand that every child and family's journey is unique, and we're here to offer a supportive environment tailored to meet their individual needs.
Our dedicated therapist, Felicia Powell, integrates play-based intereventions, a gentle yet powerful approach that allows children, teens, and families to express themselves, process challenging life experiences, and develop crucial coping skills in a safe and playful setting.
Whether your child is facing anxiety, trauma, behavioral issues, or simply in need of a compassionate ear, we're here to support them every step of the way. Take the first step towards positive change today by booking a consultation call!
Play-based interventions are right for your child if they experience...
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ADHD
Through activities tailored to their developmental level, interests, and challenges, play therapy helps children develop self-regulation skills, improve impulse control, enhance social skills, and explore and process their emotions, ultimately fostering a greater ability to manage ADHD symptoms.
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Anger Management
Play provides a safe space for them to express and explore their emotions. By engaging in imaginative and creative activities, children can learn to identify and communicate their feelings, develop problem-solving skills, practice impulse control, and discover healthier ways to manage and express anger.
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Anxiety
Play -based interventions allows children to express their fears and worries in a non-threatening environment. Through play, children can explore and process their emotions, learn relaxation techniques, practice coping strategies, and build confidence, ultimately helping them to manage their anxiety symptoms more effectively.
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Autism
Play -based interventions provides a structured and sensory-friendly environment where they can engage in activities tailored to their unique interests and abilities. Through play, children with autism can improve their social skills, communication abilities, emotional regulation, and sensory integration, improving their well-being.
Social skills deficits and more!
Integrating diverse dynamics towards a healthier YOU. Play-based interventions provides a developmentally appropriate approach to understanding how children see the world and communicate.
Common play therapy techniques include:
Theo
Our Resident Emotional Support Dog
Theo is a teacup shitzu, joining the WellSpace team to assist in play therapy. Currently, Theo is completing training to make sure he is up to date on all the wonderful and playful ways to assist children in counseling as a certified animal assistant. Don't be afraid to say hello to Theo if you see him around the office! Theo loves belly rubs, running, jumping, and helping children manage their emotions!
Meet Theo
“Play is our first language. Just as adults use words to communicate, children use play. When playing, we express thoughts and feelings that might otherwise remain hidden.”
- Association for Play Therapy
What is play-based interventions?
Play -based interventions utilizes the natural language of children(play) towards building a trusting therapeutic relationship to address and resolve their own problems. WellSpace Play Therapy utilizes play-based interventions in different ways, including art, sand and toys. WellSpace Play Therapy utilizes Play-based interventions to promote, educate, and bring forth the superhero in us all!
What better way to talk about difficult feelings than to use a modality that makes you feel comfortable and elevates your mood? And the ability to use the whole body for playful expression can assist with helping the child learn how to self-sooth and self-regulate, in turn decreasing anxiety, depression and disruptive behaviors.
For more information on this approach visit the website for the Association for Play Therapy.
“The natural healing force in each one of us is the greatest force in getting well.”
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Location:
1874 Slaughter Road, Suite E
Madison, AL 35758
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