About Us

JJ Play began in 2016 as a Brooklyn based child psychotherapy practice, grounded in a deep respect for children and their rich emotional lives. Over time, our work has expanded beyond the treatment room to support children and families in new ways—through virtual parent coaching, clinical supervision, and training for organizations that serve young children.

  • Education

    Bachelor of Arts, Connecticut College, New London, CT
    Major: Human Development Minor: Psychology

    Master of Science in Social Work, Columbia University, New York City
    Concentration: Family, Youth, and Children

    Master of Science in Education, Bank Street College, New York City
    Early Childhood General and Special Education

    Advanced Certificate, St. John’s University, Queens, New York
    School Building Leadership


    Licenses and Memberships

    Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York

    Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) in Maryland

    Registered Play Therapist Supervisor (RPT-S)

    Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI) Certification

    Association for Play Therapy, Member

  • Education

    Bachelor of Arts, Clark University, Worcester, MA
    Major: Psychology Minor: Communications & Culture

    Master of Science in Social Work, Columbia University, New York City
    Concentration: Health, Mental Health, and Disabilities

    Licenses and Memberships

    Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York and Connecticut

    Registered Play Therapist Supervisor (RPT-S)

    Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C)

    Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI) Certification

    Association for Play Therapy, Member

We have extensive training in play therapy and 15+ years in educational and therapeutic settings, both as clinicians and administrators. This background has given us a unique lens into the way children communicate their needs and make sense of their experiences. It has also given us perspective on the many obstacles to meeting those needs within existing support structures.  Collaboration with a variety of developmental specialists, educators, and medical professionals has helped shape our holistic understanding of child development. The ultimate goal of our work is to help children feel understood, and for the grown-ups in their lives to support them with confidence and connection. 

Our Approach

Trauma informed, culturally responsive, neurodiversity-affirming, and LGBTQ+ inclusive care.

Treatment Approaches:

  • Child Centered Play Therapy (CCPT)

  • Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT)

  • Child Parent Relationship Training (CPRT)

  • Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Conscious Discipline

  • Theraplay® 

  • DIRFloortime®

  • Sand Tray Therapy

Specialties:

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Trauma

  • Significant life stressors and disruptions

  • Autism

  • Developmental variations

  • Emotion regulation

  • Social and relational skills

  • Parenting support and skills

  • Family difficulties including relationship and attachment issues

  • ADHD and executive functioning challenges

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