Play is the natural language and work of children. It is the way children resolve problems. Play Therapy is a form of treatment based on using play as the child’s means of expressing and working through conflicts. The use of play allows trained professionals to better understand children and helps them achieve optimal mental health.
The therapist and the parent(s) meet as a team in the first session and periodically thereafter to discuss therapy and strategies for home.
Child Focused Counseling
MidAmerica Nazarene University offers play therapy services for children between the ages of 3 and 12 years old.
Charges for these services are based on an income-based sliding scale. Our team of therapists are licensed mental health practitioners and/or Master’s-level graduate students. This team is here to serve you Monday—Saturday between 8:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. Make an appointments online or give us a call at 913-971-3733.
Calls are generally returned the next business day.
No personal information is released to anyone outside the counseling offices without written consent. Confidentiality does have a few limits. Therapists are legally required to report cases of child abuse or abuse of a dependent adult. Information may be disclosed when there is threat of immediate danger and may also be disclosed if required by court order.
Make an appointment by filling out our request form below or by calling 913.971.3733.
Emergencies: If you are currently experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact 9-1-1 or visit your local emergency department for immediate care.
