The Heart of Play

04/01/2026

April is Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month. Every child deserves a story filled with safety, love, and support. This month, we’re turning awareness into action because prevention starts with all of us. Together, we can help write better stories for kids.

04/01/2026

We launched our first monthly newsletter today! To sign up and receive a newsletter each month, follow the attached link, scroll all the way down, and type in your email!

The newsletter includes updates about The Heart of Play, community events happening throughout the month, information related to mental health, staff shoutouts, and more!

Contact The Heart of Play, LLC for therapy services and community resources. Reach out via our online form or phone for appointments and assistance.

03/31/2026

Sometimes life is messy... and it can make us feel messy.

When life has you feeling overwhelmed, try this technique to help you regain focus and a sense of control!

If you have little kids, help them use this strategy with art or Play-Doh (draw or create shapes/figures), or even a scavenger hunt outside or around the house.

03/25/2026

✨ Exciting News at Our Practice! ✨

We’re proud to introduce a powerful new service designed to help you feel calmer, more focused, and in control of your emotions — HeartMath emWave® is now available!

Nolan Vitzthum will begin offering this service in May, with with additional providers receiving training this summer!

This innovative biofeedback technology helps you:
💙 Reduce stress and anxiety
💙 Improve emotional regulation
💙 Increase resilience
💙 Enhance overall well-being
💙 Enhance Sports Performance

Using real-time heart rate variability feedback, emWave® teaches you how to shift into a more balanced, coherent state — giving you practical tools you can use anytime, anywhere.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or just want to optimize your mental wellness, this is a game-changer. This model can be integrated into current therapies including talk therapy, EMDR Therapy and Play Therapy!

📅 Contact us to learn more and to be placed on our wait list!
📞 Contact us today to learn more or schedule your first appointment. 515-216-4227

www.theheartofplayllc.com

Your path to calm starts here. 🌿

03/25/2026

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03/24/2026

This is a great reminder of how much work children are putting in during their hour of therapy! 💪

03/21/2026

Nolan and Caitlyn volunteered their time this morning helping to package meals for Meals From the Heartland. ❤️ Thank you to Chantland's for being awesome partners today. 💪🫶

What an amazing experience and opportunity to come together to help feed those close to home and far away.

03/20/2026

This is what Fridays in the play room look like at The Heart of Play! 🤍

Lots of caffeine, snacks, and fun!

03/19/2026

03/19/2026

Don't forget you have the power to change your perspective! ❤️🫶

03/19/2026

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03/17/2026

The Heart of Play now has a monthly newsletter! Click the link, scroll down, and subscribe!

Contact The Heart of Play, LLC for therapy services and community resources. Reach out via our online form or phone for appointments and assistance.