Play Therapy House

01/25/2023

At Play Therapy House we believe in the power of play.

Play gives children the opportunity to say what they cannot say, do things they might feel uncomfortable doing, and express feelings they might not feel safe verbalizing.

01/18/2023

We're hiring! As our waitlist continues to grow rapidly we hope to add a clinician to our team! We look forward to offering a supportive, encouraging, fun, and playful environment to learn and hone your skills as a therapist.

Check out our website and Linkedin for more information.

04/03/2020

When it comes to helping your kids navigate all of the recent losses in their life, are you starting to feel a little lost yourself? Check out Kailee's tips for how to make room for the grief we're all feeling right now in a safe and positive way.

Play Therapy House is a counseling center in Boise, Idaho. We offer individual Play Therapy sessions for children between the ages of 3-18. With all children, we take a flexible and creative approach to counseling in order to meet each client where they are both emotionally and developmentally. In a...

03/25/2020

Now that you've been home for a few days, everyone might be starting to feel a little cooped up and frustrated.

If you're needing some support on managing sibling fights, check out our blog post below.

Play Therapy House is a counseling center in Boise, Idaho. We offer individual Play Therapy sessions for children between the ages of 3-18. With all children, we take a flexible and creative approach to counseling in order to meet each client where they are both emotionally and developmentally. In a...

03/20/2020

Earlier this week, we shared our tips for helping your kids cope with their big feelings. That's a lot easier to do when you're taking care of yourself too.

Check out our newest blog post below!

Play Therapy House is a counseling center in Boise, Idaho. We offer individual Play Therapy sessions for children between the ages of 3-18. With all children, we take a flexible and creative approach to counseling in order to meet each client where they are both emotionally and developmentally. In a...

03/18/2020

Due to the recent changes to our world caused by the escalating Coronavirus Pandemic, Kailee and I have had to close our doors for the next several weeks.

We know that this is a challenging and scary time for everyone, including our kiddos. Please take some time to check out our most recent blog post with tips on talking to your children about the changes in our world, and supporting them as they navigate through difficult emotions.

In the coming weeks, keep an eye out for more blog posts and content on our website and our social media. While we may not be physically present in the office, we are here to walk through these changes with you and your family one step at a time.

Play Therapy House is a counseling center in Boise, Idaho. We offer individual Play Therapy sessions for children between the ages of 3-18. With all children, we take a flexible and creative approach to counseling in order to meet each client where they are both emotionally and developmentally. In a...

10/14/2019

One of the best ways to support your younger child's mental health at home is through weekly "special playtime." Check out the CDC's tips for implementing special playtime with your little ones!

This handy guide also has some great ideas for positive discipline, communicating with your kiddos, and active listening. Such a great resource for any parent!

Responding to Good Behavior-Learn tips and tools for parents.

10/08/2019

We know that Adverse Childhood Experiences can have long term impacts on mental and physical health, but check out this exciting new research from BYU.

Researchers focused on ways that caregivers can use "Counter-ACES" to help their children adjust after trauma. Things such as safety at home, predictable routines, and positive social supports can be great ways to help your kiddos thrive!

Basic summary of concepts of Adverse Childhood Experiences v. Positive Childhood Experiences; see the Psychology Today article below this post to read the actual research study:

09/21/2019

“Reaching out for a bit more information does not necessarily mean your child is embarking on long-term mental health treatment, though there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that if they do. Unfortunately, sometimes the stigma that still shrouds mental health issues can prevent parents from reaching out.”

If you’re having trouble deciding whether your child would benefit from therapy, reach out and give us a call. We’re always happy to answer any questions you might have!

A few key signs your child might need outside help, and how to get started.

09/17/2019

School is back in session which means new opportunities for learning, growth, and change. We are currently accepting new clients, so reach out to us if you're noticing that your little one needs some extra support around all of the big changes a new school year can bring!

03/08/2019

Hello everyone! We just wanted to give you a little update to thank you for all of the support and to announce that we are currently not accepting new clients. We will have openings beginning in July of 2019, so please feel free to contact us if you'd like to be put on our wait list, or if you're interested in talking about counseling services in July.

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10/22/2018

This time of year, normal fears and anxieties can seem extra spooky! Check out our latest blog post for tips on how to help your children manage their fears at Halloween, and all year long.

Play Therapy House is a counseling center in Boise, Idaho. We offer individual Play Therapy sessions for children between the ages of 3-18. With all children, we take a flexible and creative approach to counseling in order to meet each client where they are both emotionally and developmentally. In a...