Deb Langenau, LCSW, MPS
Play To Heal Child & Family Counseling "Play Is The Child's Language".
Play Therapy & Mindfulness Parent Therapy
“You can discover more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation". Plato Play is the child's language and play therapy is the path to understanding. We all seek to be understood. As a parent, do you find yourself reacting to versus understanding why or how your child's behavior and developmental needs may contribute? Play therapy and parenting mindfully turns even the most difficult moments with your child into an opportunity to highlight the message behind the action. The "therapeutic powers of play" provide children the opportunity experience healing as they explore and process their world in an environment that makes sense to them. Parents learn to attune to their child providing true understanding, support and connection.
Children and parents have the power to "pause" and chose their response. Mindful parenting allows you to be in the "moment" with your child. Think of the times as a child, when you felt invisible, neglected, worthless, experienced betrayal or violence. Play therapy offers your child a natural safe place to explore experiences, feelings, develop self understanding and coping skills. I work closely with parents to provide a meaningful connection to meet everyone's needs.ime, how often we say there is never enough time. What message are we sending our children? Being a mindful or conscious parent means not only being present with your child but asking for support when you need it. Just ask, I will advocate for and support your child at Special Education Meetings, review Individualized Education Plans, communicate with teachers, doctors and other professionals in your child's life.
Education/Training
New York University Master in Social Work in Child & Family Studies
State University at New Paltz Master in Professional Studies Humanistic Educatrion
Bio
Specialties: ADHD, Anger Management, Parenting, Anxiety or Fears, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Learning Disabilities, Loss or Grief, OCD, Selective Mutism, Trauma and PTSD. Treatment Preferences: Play Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, Mindful Based Parent Therapy, Trauma Systems Therapy.
Memberships
National Association of Social Workers
National Association of Play Therapy
CHADD Attention Deficit Disorder
Payments Accepted
Check or Cash
Hours:Monday - Saturday by appointment
License:077554 New York State
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
 Therapy
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Life Transitions
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Anger Management
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Loneliness
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Anxiety and Panic
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Marriage & Family Therapy
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
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Marriage Counseling
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Body Image Issues
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Caregiver Issues
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Online / Teletherapy
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Children's Counseling
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Play Therapy
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Chronic Illness
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Couples
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Relationship Issues
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Depression
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Self-Esteem Issues
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Divorce
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Seniors and Elder Care Issues
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Eating Disorders
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Stress Management
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Grief and Loss
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Trauma and PTSD
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Learning Disabilities
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Work and Career Issues
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Licenses/Certifications
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
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