MEET TASHA
Here For You
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virgina and currently under supervision for Registered Play Therapist. I attended Liberty University, where I received my Master's in Professional Mental Health Counseling. I have experience working with elementary age, adolescents, teens and families in an office setting.
Looking through a Person-Centered lens, I believe in genuineness, unconditional positive regard, and empathetic understanding. I use an array of techniques to meet your child’s needs. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness techniques, play therapy , art therapy and sand tray therapy techniques.
MEET CAILIN
I am a Certified High Fidelity Wraparound Coordinator and am certified to teach Secondary English in the State of Virginia. I specialize in adolescents and teens but have extensive experience working with elementary age as well.
My goal is to approach every encounter with the understanding that each situation is unique and deserving of an empathetic and nonjudgmental approach to finding a personalized path to success that encompasses each family’s needs.
SERVICES
The Help You Need
INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING
Individual counseling (sometimes called psychotherapy, talk therapy, or treatment) is a process through which clients work one-on-one with a trained mental health clinician in a safe, caring, and confidential environment. Counseling allows individuals to explore their feelings, beliefs, and behaviors, work through challenging or influential memories, identify aspects of their lives that they would like to change, better understand themselves and others, set personal goals, and work toward desired change.
PLAY THERAPY
Child play therapy is a way of being with the child that honors their unique developmental level and looks for ways of helping in the “language” of the child – play. Licensed mental health professionals therapeutically use play to help their clients, most often children ages three to 12 years, to better express themselves and resolve their problems (Association of Play Therapy).
FAMILY THERAPY
Family therapy is a type of psychotherapy that helps family members better understand each other, support one another and work through difficult situations.
INTENSIVE CARE COORDINATION
Intensive Care Coordination (ICC) is a planning process for families with children experiencing mental, behavioral and emotional challenges. The goal of ICC is to support families in keeping youth at home and in the community.
THERAPEUTIC PLAY THERAPY GROUPS
Therapeutic play therapy groups provide a safe environment for children and adolescents to explore emotions and develop coping skills through play. Led by trained therapists, sessions include activities like art, storytelling, and games to encourage expression and improve social skills. Techniques such as narrative therapy and cognitive-behavioral approaches are used to address emotional challenges. Participants often experience increased self-awareness, improved emotional regulation, and greater empowerment. Ultimately, these groups aim to foster emotional healing and resilience in participants, promoting overall well-being
HELP CENTER
All the Answers You Need
WHAT TO EXPECT AT YOUR FIRST APPOINTMENT?
You will be given the opportunity to talk in detail about your child, their presenting concerns, their strengths, as well as what you hope for your child to get out of therapy. You will also have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the counseling process.
DOES PLAYFUL PATHWAYS ACCEPT MY INSURANCE?
Playful Pathways accepts Anthem, United Healthcare, Cigna, Optum and Medicaid. Please contact your insurance carrier prior to your first appointment to ensure Playful Pathways is in-network.
HOW MUCH IS A SESSION FEE?
Self pay rates are $150 for the first session and $125 after. All payment is required at the time of services. We accept cash, check and credit card. You can ask your insurance provider about Out of Network claims and reimbursement.
HOW LONG IS A SESSION?
Sessions last between 45-60 minutes. Session length may vary depending on your child's specific needs
