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KATIE SCHAEFER, LPC,NCC,RPT

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR + REGISTERED PLAY THERAPIST

Therapy with children looks differently than it does with an adolescent or an adult. Children are not cognitive or rational which makes traditional talk therapy difficult. A child’s first language is play. Children naturally use play to express themselves, which makes play therapy the best and most effective therapy for children.  I am a certified play therapist, but more specifically, I am a child-centered, non-directive play therapist specializing exclusively with children ages 3-12. As a child-centered play therapist, I believe children inherently know what they struggle with, but need the support and space to safely explore these issues. 

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With over ten years of experience working with children and teens in an educational and private practice setting, I understand the importance of a strong therapeutic relationship. Whether a child is struggling socially, emotionally, or behaviorally, I provide a safe and nurturing environment where they can address their challenges in an age-appropriate way.

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PLAY THERAPY

“If we focus on the problem, we will lose sight of the child.”
-Gary Landreth

ADOLESCENT + TEEN

“Discovering the truth about ourselves is a lifetime’s work, but it's worth the effort.”
- Fred Rogers

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AREAS I CAN HELP

  • Children 3-12 years old

  • ADHD

  • Adjustment issues

  • Anxiety + Depression

  • Behavior concerns

  • Divorce

  • Grief

  • Trauma

HOW TO START THERAPY

​Call to schedule an appointment

or book online. 

EDUCATION

Education Specialist (Ed.S.) Degree in Counselor Education with Play Therapy Emphasis

University of Mississippi

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Masters Degree in Counselor Education

University of Mississippi

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202 Enterprise Dr.

Oxford, MS 38655

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Tel:1-833-292-9355

Fax: 662-371-1342

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200 North Spring Street
Tupelo, MS 38801

Tel:1-662-371-1711
Fax:1-662-371-1342

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