Play Therapy in
Oklahoma City & Edmond
Children often express their emotions through behavior, play, and relationships rather than words. When a child is struggling with anxiety, trauma, big emotions, or behavioral challenges, traditional talk therapy may not meet them where they are developmentally. Play therapy provides a safe and effective way for children to process experiences, communicate feelings, and build emotional skills.
At Journey Counseling Center, we offer compassionate, trauma-informed play therapy for children in Oklahoma City and Edmond. Our therapists create a supportive environment where children can explore emotions, build confidence, and strengthen connections with caregivers.
What is Play Therapy?
Play therapy is an evidence-based therapeutic approach that uses play as a child’s natural language for communication and healing. Through structured and child-led play experiences, therapists help children safely express emotions, process difficult experiences, and develop healthy coping skills.
Play therapy may include:
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Creative expression through toys, art, and storytelling
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Role-play and imaginative play
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Activities that support emotional regulation and problem-solving
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Parent involvement to strengthen attachment and understanding
This approach allows children to communicate feelings they may not yet have the words to express.
How Play Therapy Helps Children
Therapy helps children build emotional awareness, resilience, and confidence in a way that feels natural and safe. Play therapy can support children experiencing:
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Anxiety, fears, or emotional overwhelm
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Behavioral challenges or frequent meltdowns
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Trauma or stressful life events
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Attachment and relationship difficulties
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Adjustment to family changes, moves, or school transitions
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Social or emotional development challenges
A Trauma-Informed, Relationship-Focused Approach
At Journey Counseling Center, play therapy is grounded in the understanding that children thrive when they feel safe, understood, and connected. Therapy focuses not only on behavior change but also on strengthening the emotional bond between children and caregivers.
Parents and caregivers are often included in the therapeutic process to:
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Understand what their child is communicating through behavior
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Learn supportive responses to emotional distress
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Strengthen connection and trust
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Support long-term emotional growth
Specialized Play Therapy for Children and Families
We provide play therapy for toddlers, preschool-aged children, and school-aged youth experiencing emotional, behavioral, or developmental challenges. Play therapy can be especially helpful for children navigating trauma, anxiety, adoption or attachment concerns, and major life transitions.
Our therapists use evidence-based, attachment-focused approaches to ensure therapy is individualized, developmentally appropriate, and responsive to each child’s unique needs. Caregivers are often included in the therapeutic process to strengthen understanding, improve emotional connection, and support long-term growth both inside and outside of sessions.
Serving Oklahoma City and Edmond Families
We offer play therapy to families throughout Oklahoma City, Edmond, and surrounding communities. Our calm and welcoming environment helps children feel safe expressing themselves while providing parents with meaningful support and guidance.
If your child is struggling with emotions, behavior, or adjusting to life changes, play therapy can offer a safe and supportive path forward. Contact Journey Counseling Center today to learn more about play therapy for children in Oklahoma City and Edmond or to schedule a free consultation.