Play Therapy

Play Therapy

In play therapy, toys are like the child’s words and play is the child’s language.

– Dr. Garry Landreth

Play is a child’s natural means of communication and allows us to access their inner world. Play therapy is a dynamic interpersonal relationship between a child and a therapist trained in play therapy practice. In the context of a safe relationship, a play therapist sets the stage for children to fully express and explore their sense of self (feelings, thoughts, experiences, and behaviors) through play, towards optimal growth, development, and healing.

Play Therapy promotes:

Why us?

Our therapists are committed to building a genuine and sincere connection with kiddos of all ages. We value the power of play and expressive therapies as a means of allowing children to externalize and process their internal worlds and experiences. Our team of Registered Play Therapy Supervisors and Therapists brings experience and expertise to their work with children and adolescents.

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Welcome to Alexandria Place Therapy!

We offer therapeutic services in Alexandria, Virginia. Our clinicians have spent their careers working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, and adjustment difficulties. We bring expertise and experience to our work and aim to offer help in vulnerable times to all our patients by tailoring treatment to their unique needs.

Working Hours
Monday to Friday 8 am - 8 pm
Saturday 8 am - 8 pm
Sunday CLOSED