Signs Your Child May
Need Support
If you’re honest, you’ve noticed:
Your child clings more than other kids
They have meltdowns over “small” things
They avoid new experiences unless you’re right there
They constantly say, “Watch me!” or seek your approval
You love them fiercely… but you’re tired.
Tired of the power struggles, tired of the yelling, tired of wondering if you’re doing something wrong.
Here’s the truth most parents don’t hear:
These moments aren’t just “phases” to ignore.
They’re your child’s way of saying, “I need help making sense of my world.”
How Play Therapy Helps
In the playroom, your child isn’t told to “hurry up,” “calm down,” or “be reasonable.” They get undivided attention from someone whose only job is to step into their world — no agenda, no judgment — so they can feel safe, understood, and accepted exactly as they are.
“Toys are children’s words and play is their language.”
Gary Landreth
When Play Speaks Louder
Than Words
For children as young as 3, play is their natural way of expressing emotions, working through challenges, and making sense of their world.
They may not have the words to say, “I’m scared,” “I’m overwhelmed,” or “I need help.”
But you can see it in their behaviors, moods, and interactions.
Common Reasons Families
Seek Play Therapy
Behavioral Challenges
Frequent meltdowns, aggression, defiance, or difficulty following rules
Grief and Loss
Coping with the death of a loved one, pet, or other significant loss
Emotional Struggles
Anxiety, sadness, low self-esteem, or difficulty expressing feelings
Trauma Recovery
Healing from abuse, neglect, witnessing violence, or other distressing experiences
Life Transitions
Divorce, separation, moving to a new home or school, adjusting to a new sibling
Social Skills Difficulties
Trouble making friends, handling peer conflict, or feeling left out
