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As a human being who is doing the best they can and fears asking for assistance, I can relate to the relief when I finally ask for...
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As a human being who is doing the best they can and fears asking for assistance, I can relate to the relief when I finally ask for help.
Nysha Speed is an Associate Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 2 years of experience assisting children, adolescents, and the geriatric population with concerns including anxiety, anger, depression, mental stress, life transitions, grief, and relationships. She offers a fresh perspective on therapy and believes it is her mission to serve others by meeting them where they are. Nysha has shadowed and collaborated with therapists, social workers, and counselors to continue learning and developing as a clinician. Her ideal client is ready to be transformed from the inside out.
Nysha received her Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She has experience in crisis intervention and uses approaches including play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. Nysha is excited to utilize other tools and techniques when requested.
In a safe, welcoming space, Nysha allows others to be heard. She strives to dismantle the stigma around therapy and mental health and applauds those taking the steps to care for themselves. Maintaining trust is the backbone of Nysha’s practice, and she would be honored to walk beside you.
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As someone who has spent many years in the clinical field, I’ve learned that we often recreate unresolved experiences—both individ...
As someone who has spent many years in the clinical field, I’ve learned that we often recreate unresolved experiences—both individually and within our closest relationships—which highlights the deep threads that connect us all and reinforces my commitment to supporting each client’s growth and holistic well-being.
I am a licensed clinical social worker associate (LCSWA) with 9 years of experience supporting individuals and families through life transitions, emotional challenges, and behavioral concerns. I specialize in helping clients navigate stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, family dynamics, and communication difficulties. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in creating a safe, supportive space where you can explore your needs and work toward meaningful, lasting change.
I earned my master’s degree in social work from Johnson C. Smith University and draw from trauma-informed, client-centered, and strengths-based principles. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based strategies, and solution-focused techniques to help clients build clarity, coping skills, and emotional resilience.
My goal is to help you feel understood, supported, and empowered as you work toward personal growth and well-being. You deserve a space to be honest, feel heard, and move at your own pace. I would be honored to walk with you, offer guidance, and support meaningful changes that help you feel more balanced and connected.
I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you can feel truly heard, understood, and free to be your authentic self....
I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you can feel truly heard, understood, and free to be your authentic self.
Sarah Zych is a Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate with over 6 years of experience. She specializes in supporting children, adolescents, and adults through challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, grief, and life transitions. Sarah is passionate about providing a safe, supportive space for healing and growth across all stages of life.
Sarah earned her Master’s in Social Work from Aurora University. She brings experience in crisis intervention and medical and school social work, and utilizes evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and art therapy.
Sarah is dedicated to empowering clients and families to discover the strengths within themselves. She partners with them to overcome challenges and achieve a fulfilling, balanced life that reflects their goals and values. If you are ready to move towards healing, reach out to Sarah today!
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Play therapy is a therapeutic technique used for children and young teens. It involves the use of toys, art, and games to help young individuals process mental health challenges they encounter throughout their childhood like trauma, behavioral problems, divorce, or bullying.
Thriveworks play therapists in Charlotte work with young individuals to help them express themselves, release stress and other emotions, learn about their emotions, and heal from difficult experiences by using toys, games, and art to work through these issues in more digestible and accessible formats.
Thriveworks therapists in Charlotte conduct play therapy both in person and virtually through online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your child.
Play therapy, on average, can take around 20 sessions to effectively address a young individual’s mental health concerns. However, therapy is a very individualized process, meaning that more or fewer sessions might be required depending on the client’s condition and symptoms.
Play therapy can effectively help children express their thoughts and feelings, process experiences, and integrate them into their understanding of life. At Thriveworks Charlotte, our experienced licensed professionals are here to support your child’s healing journey through therapeutic play.
Call us at (980) 217-6901 to schedule your appointment.
Play therapy uses therapeutic play techniques to explore and address a child’s needs in a developmentally meaningful way. It involves activities such as:
These tools help children learn, process, heal, and grow.
Play therapy is suitable for children between the ages of 3 and 12 and can address various issues, including:
Our play therapists also provide coaching and guidance for parents on handling their child’s difficulties, making the healing process a team effort.
If your child is facing any of these challenges, play therapy at Thriveworks Charlotte can help. New clients often see their provider within 7 business days of their first call.
Contact us today to book an appointment and support your child’s journey to healing and growth. (980) 217-6901
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