Play Therapy for Children

Play Therapy

Helping kids heal, grow, and thrive.

Children don't always have the words to explain what they're feeling. Through play, creativity, and connection, CARE therapists help kids express emotions, build confidence, and work through life's challenges.

Insurance accepted Same-week appointments In-person & virtual therapy
A child engaged in play therapy
What Play Therapy Helps With

How play therapy can help

Play therapy gives children a safe, developmentally appropriate way to express emotions, build confidence, and work through life's challenges.

What we treat:

  • Anxiety or excessive worry
  • Big emotional reactions (anger, sadness, fear)
  • Behavioral challenges at home or school
  • Difficulty with transitions (divorce, moves, new schools)
  • Social struggles, confidence issues, or withdrawal
  • Sleep issues, separation anxiety, or frequent meltdowns
  • Stress after difficult or overwhelming experiences

Therapy that meets children where they are.

Children do not always have the words to explain what they are feeling. Through play, creativity, and connection, therapy can help them express emotions, build coping skills, and feel more secure at home, at school, and in relationships.

Play can help children say what they cannot always put into words.
You're Part of the Process

Support for parents, too

You'll never be left guessing. We provide clear guidance on what we're seeing, what your child needs, and how you can support progress at home — without turning your family life into a therapy homework marathon.

  • Clear updates on what we're working on and why
  • Practical strategies you can use at home
  • Space to ask questions and be part of the plan
When kids feel understood, they grow.And parents deserve to feel supported too.
Convenient Locations

Book an appointment near you

CARE Counseling Manchester, NH office

Manchester, NH

70 Stark Street, Manchester, NH 03101 · Directions

In-person & virtual appointments

Book Manchester
CARE Counseling Concord, NH office

Concord, NH

49 N Main Street, Concord, NH 03301 · Directions

In-person & virtual appointments

Book Concord
CARE Counseling Nashua, NH office

Nashua, NH

436 Amherst Street, Nashua, NH 03063 · Directions

In-person & virtual appointments

Book Nashua
CARE Counseling Haverhill, MA office

Haverhill, MA

69 Summer Street, Haverhill, MA 01830 · Directions

In-person & virtual appointments

Book Haverhill
Get in Touch

Not quite ready to book?
Let's talk first.

Questions about insurance, what kind of therapy is right for you, or whether CARE is a good fit? Drop us a note. A real person from our care team will respond within one business day.

Office hoursMon–Fri · 8am–8pm
Weekend availability varies by location
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