Play Therapy Groups
This therapeutic group offers a safe and creative space to explore emotions and build social connections. Using non-directive sandtray therapy, children are encouraged to express themselves through play and storytelling, fostering self-awareness, problem-solving, and emotional growth.
Circle of Friends: Play Therapy Group
This program is based in Child-Centered Group Play Therapy and provides a gentle, supportive space where children can explore emotions and develop social skills through the natural language of play.
Magical Moments: Play Therapy Group
Step into a world of connection and fun with Magical Moments! This Theraplay-based group is designed to nurture emotional bonds, build confidence, and strengthen social skills in children. Through guided play activities, we create joyful and meaningful interactions that promote trust, self-regulation, and cooperation.
Peaceful Pathways: Play Therapy Group for Siblings
This group play therapy program is designed to help siblings who experience mild to moderate conflict build stronger bonds, improve communication, and develop healthier ways to manage disagreements. Through the power of play, siblings can learn to connect, cooperate, and resolve conflict in a supportive and fun environment!
Laugh, Love, Play: Group Family Play Therapy Experience
Strengthen your family bonds and enhance emotional connection through our group family play therapy experience, designed for caregivers/parents and children. This unique program combines the principles of Theraplay with engaging activities to nurture trust, cooperation, and joy within your family.
Special Playtimes for Toddlers: A Play-Based Parenting Program
This program is based in Filial Therapy and attachment theory. This program is a unique opportunity for caregivers/parents and toddlers to deepen their bond together! Designed for toddlers, this group uses therapeutic play to promote emotional connection, social-emotional development, and secure attachment.
Back-to-School Boost: Group Play Therapy Day Camp
This small group play therapy day camp is designed to help children build confidence, strengthen self-regulation, and ease into the transition of a new school year—all through the natural language of play.
These groups meet at the Maine Township Town Hall. (Some groups may have a virtual component.) Advance registration is required. For more details, including ages, dates, and cost, please click on the link below to access our program catalog.
upcoming dates and online Registration
For more information, please contact Summer Zumbrock at szumbrock@mainetown.com or 224-257-4863.