Child & Play Therapist Near South Orange, NJ

Therapy for Children, Tweens & Early Teens

Looking for a child therapist or play therapist near South Orange, NJ? Amy S. Goldberg, MA, LPC, RPT provides therapy for children, tweens, and young adolescents at her South Orange practice, conveniently serving families from Livingston and nearby Essex County communities.

Amy is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist with more than 25 years of experience working with children and families.

Helping Children and Young People With

Amy works with children, tweens, and early teens experiencing:

• Anxiety and worries
• Emotional regulation and big emotions
• Behavioral challenges
• ADHD and Neurodivergence
• School and social difficulties
• Self-esteem and confidence
• Grief and loss
• Family changes
• Trauma and other stressful experiences

Play Therapy for Children

For younger children, play can be a more natural way to communicate than talking. As a Registered Play Therapist, Amy uses play, expressive arts, sand tray, and other developmentally appropriate approaches to help children express feelings, build coping skills, and work through challenges.

Serving South Orange and Nearby Communities

Amy welcomes families from South Orange and surrounding communities, including:

Livingston • Maplewood • Millburn • Short Hills • West Orange • South Orange • Summit • Essex County

A Warm, Child-Centered Approach

Amy’s approach is supportive, developmentally appropriate, and tailored to each child. Her background as a Certified Child Life Specialist, combined with her experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist, informs her work with children and families.

Looking for a Therapist for Your Child?

If you’re looking for a child therapist, play therapist, or therapist for a tween or early teen near South Orange, NJ, contact Amy to learn more about her approach and whether she may be a good fit for your family.

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