Healing Roots Therapy

Play Therapy In Mississauga & Online Across Ontario

We can help your child express themselves freely, explore their emotions and learn coping mechanisms.

Play therapy/Play in Therapy can help your child:

Feel Understood

Regulate Emotions

Gain Self-Confidence

You just want your child to feel happy

As a parent, you may struggle to understand your child’s behaviour, their needs and in many situations, how to help them make sense of their world. You may feel like you’re ‘failing’ as a parent because you aren’t sure how to help them cope with their emotions, their outbursts or even their lack of engagement is what should be considered ‘normal’ childhood activities. This can be confusing and overwhelming for both you and your child.

We provide guidance, support, and a safe space for your child to be open and express themselves freely.

If you notice any of the following signs in your child, it may be helpful to seek professional support

Increasingly frequent negative outbursts and irritability
Significant changes in their sleeping or eating habits
Withdrawing from friends, family or activities they used to enjoy
Decreasing self confidence and self image
Excessive worry or anxiety
Struggles with schoolwork or wanting to go to school
Drastic changes in their mood, behavior or personality

PLAY THERAPY IN MISSISSAUGA

What you and your child can expect in Play therapy or The use of play in Therapy

Every child is different, so we use a variety of techniques and tools to meet your child’s unique needs. Some of the modalities we may use are:

One-on-One Sessions

For our individual sessions, we create a safe and comfortable environment for your child to engage in therapeutic play to explore and express their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. Because children often have difficulty expressing their emotions verbally, activities and games can help the thoughts that are running through their heads slow down and start to make sense. Playing also shifts your child’s focus from the pressure of talking to an adult to what they are doing, and sharing what’s on their mind often follows.

Parental Involvement

We educate and coach parents on the techniques and insights gained through play in therapy, allowing them to better support their child at home.

Creative Expression Tools

We use art supplies, toys, sand trays, and other expressive mediums to help children articulate their inner world. This allows them to express their thoughts, emotions and behaviours.

Emotional and Behavioural Assessments

We use child-friendly tools to track emotional and behavioural changes over time, helping tailor the therapy to individual needs.

In Play Therapy, we support your child through:

Body image issues
Traumatic experiences
A recent move
Grief
Sleep issues
ADHD/autism
Eating disorders

Guilt or shame
Divorce or separation
Sadness/depression
Tension with friends
Developmental regression
Distress in the home
Anger

…and whatever else may be troubling them

About Us

Why Healing Roots Therapy?

We believe therapy should be:

Safe

A place where clients can share their most challenging experiences, feelings and thoughts in order to heal.

Open

The ability to make decisions that are best for emotional and mental well-being come from the trust created within a relationship built on transparency.

Curious

When we replace judgment with curiosity we provide space for understanding. When we can understand what we are feeling, thinking or experiencing we empower ourselves to make the changes we want in our life.

Take a tour of the Healing Roots Therapy office in Mississauga.

Therapists Incorporating Play in Therapy

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Our Approach

How Play in Therapy Works

We Get To Know Them

We talk to both you and your child to get to know them. Our first conversations help them get to know their therapist so they start to feel comfortable opening up.

We Create A Plan

We create a plan that is unique to your child’s situation. We use strategies such as play therapy to help them develop the coping skills they need to move forward.

We Help Them Grow

Every child is different, and our treatment will adapt to reflect your child’s growth and needs to help them establish healthy life long habits.

What You Can Expect From Play in Therapy

As your child continues in therapy, you may notice positive improvements in their life, such as:

They develop better skills to understand and manage their emotions, leading to fewer meltdowns or tantrums.
They learn how to interact more positively with peers and adults, improving their social well-being.
They have a more fulfilling and less stressful relationship with you.
They perform better in their academics.
They have a stronger sense of self, being more confident in their abilities and having a higher self-esteem.
They have reduced physical symptoms like headaches or stomach aches.
They are better equipped to deal with future challenges, making them more resilient.

They develop the tools and coping skills to thrive!

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Questions Parents Ask About Play in Therapy

Do parents participate in the play therapy sessions?

Generally, play in therapy focuses on the child, but parents may be involved in certain sessions for observation or guidance, depending on the therapist’s approach and the child’s needs

Is play in therapy only for children with severe emotional or behavioural issues?

No, play in therapy can benefit children facing various challenges, from mild to severe, including behavioural issues, emotional difficulties, trauma, and more.

How is progress measured with play in therapy?

Progress is often measured through a combination of observational assessments, feedback from parents and teachers, and standardized emotional and behavioural assessments tailored for children.

What age group is best suited for play therapy?

While it is most commonly used with children aged 3-12, the principles of play therapy can be adapted for adolescents and even adults in some cases.

How long with it take for my child to get better?

The timeline for seeing results can vary widely depending on the individual child and the issues being addressed. Some children may show progress within a few sessions, while others may need longer-term therapy.

Healing Roots Therapy

Play Therapy In Mississauga & Online Across Ontario

We can help your child express themselves freely, explore their emotions and learn coping mechanisms.

Play therapy/Play in Therapy can help your child:

Feel Understood

Regulate Emotions

Gain Self-Confidence

You just want your child to feel happy

If you notice any of the following signs in your child, it may be helpful to seek professional support

PLAY THERAPY IN MISSISSAUGA

What you and your child can expect in Play therapy or The use of play in Therapy

In Play Therapy, we support your child through:

About Us

Why Healing Roots Therapy?

Safe

Open

Curious

Therapists Incorporating Play in Therapy

Our Approach

How Play in Therapy Works

We Get To Know Them

We Create A Plan

We Help Them Grow

What You Can Expect From Play in Therapy

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Questions Parents Ask About Play in Therapy

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