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Play therapy in Charlotte, NC

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90 licensed therapists & providers in North Carolina—13 in Charlotte. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

#1 for in-network coverage

We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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505 people sought play therapy help in North Carolina in the last year

Discover how starting play therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Play therapy FAQs

What is play therapy?

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.

How does play therapy work?

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.

Is play therapy conducted in person or online?

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.

How long does play therapy last?

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.

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Play Therapy—Counselors and Therapists in Charlotte, NC

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.

What is Play Therapy?

Play therapy uses therapeutic play techniques to explore and address a child’s needs in a developmentally meaningful way. It involves activities such as:

  • Using a playhouse and family dolls to explore family relationships
  • Creating sand tray scenes to represent fears
  • Playing games to learn impulse control and social skills

These tools help children learn, process, heal, and grow.

How Can Play Therapy Help?

Play therapy is suitable for children between the ages of 3 and 12 and can address various issues, including:

  • Anxiety and depression
  • Grief and loss
  • Sleep problems
  • Social skills difficulties
  • Impulse control issues
  • Behavioral problems
  • Fears and phobias
  • Separation and divorce
  • Trauma and abuse

Our play therapists also provide coaching and guidance for parents on handling their child’s difficulties, making the healing process a team effort.

Book a Play Therapy Session at Thriveworks Charlotte

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

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Charlotte accept 28 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

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Self-pay costs at Charlotte
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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Nothing to improve. Terryn is great and it feels nice to finally have a good therapist. Ive struggled in that area.
Miah Mar 2026
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I actually did recommend my therapist to a friend a few weeks ago. They have had a couple of sessions, and my friend said that she really likes our therapist and appreciates the recommendation.
Jenny Mar 2026
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This was my first session with my provider but I already feel a comfort level with her. Even working through my upset and emotional states during our session she was patient and kind and made me feel like my feelings were validated and I was being seen and heard.
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Sheree Mar 2026
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★★★★★
Shannon listened to me, understood what I was saying, and seemed to care.
Kaitlynn Mar 2026
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I’ve always appreciated Terryn’s consistent support, guidance and patience throughout a very transformative period in my life. There’s a lot of trust built up over time because of her and her approach.
Taleah Dec 2025
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I've been seeing Molly for several years. She is warm, funny, insightful, compassionate; I sometimes call her my "professional friend". If you need a therapist who will coax you out of your comfort zone, I highly recommend her.
Adelynn Dec 2025
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Madison is amazing and is so caring.
Brittani Dec 2025
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i appreciate that i could be honest an express my true feelings without feeling bad about it
Teresa Dec 2025
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Where to find us

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Address

4412 Park Rd Suite B
Charlotte, NC 28209

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Charlotte is located near Marion Diehl Park and Drexmore Ave, off Woodlawn Rd. It is right by Marion Diehl Park and close to the Park Road Park.

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Phone number

(980) 217-6901
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Languages spoken by NC providers

  • English
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Hours

Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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