Play Therapy Therapists in Oregon
12 providers found
Play therapy uses the natural language of children — play — to help them express feelings, process experiences, and develop coping skills. Oregon play therapists work with children ages 3-12 facing anxiety, trauma, behavioral issues, and family changes.
Rachel Klein, LPC
MA, LPC · Eugene, OR
I have extensive experience working with individuals, families, and children (ages 4 and up) engaging in art therapy, play therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Person…
Madison Heuertz McFall/Emerald Behavioral Health
LPC · Eugene, OR
I beleive that everyone can reach an optimum state of health. My counseling work has primarily focused on those ages 5 and up with concerns related to anxiety, depression, PTSD,…
Shayla Wittenberg
MS, PC-A, CCPT · Bend, OR
Hi, I’m Shayla! I’m a PC-A and Certified Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) Specialist. My work is rooted in the belief that every person—no matter their…
Ashley Scott
PsyD · Salem, OR
I offer in-person psychotherapy sessions in Salem, OR, and can offer telehealth appointments in the state of Oregon. My guiding belief is that symptoms have meaning, and that the…
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As of April 2026, Oregon Counselor Directory lists 20 therapists in Oregon who specialize in play therapy, a developmentally sensitive approach that can be particularly effective for children and adolescents. These providers offer a range of modalities, with 15 offering telehealth and 19 providing in-person sessions, ensuring that Oregonians across the state can access this therapy. Seven of these therapists accept Oregon Health Plan (OHP), while 13 offer sliding scale fees, making play therapy more accessible to a broader range of individuals. All 20 providers are currently accepting new clients, and they utilize various evidence-based approaches to address specific concerns through play therapy.