Children often express their thoughts, feelings, and experiences through play. When words are hard to find, play becomes a natural and powerful way for children to process emotions, build resilience, and work through challenges. At Stick & Stone Counselling Services in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, we offer professional play therapy to support children in navigating emotional, behavioral, and social difficulties in a safe, nurturing environment.

What Is Play Therapy?

Play therapy is a child-centered, evidence-based approach that uses toys, games, creative activities, and imaginative play to help children explore their inner world. Guided by a trained therapist, children are encouraged to express feelings, process trauma, develop coping skills, and gain self-awareness—all through the language of play. This therapeutic process helps children feel understood, supported, and empowered.

How Play Therapy Helps

Children may benefit from play therapy when facing:

• Anxiety, sadness, or mood swings
• Behavioral challenges or defiance
• Grief and loss
• Family changes like divorce or relocation
• Trauma or abuse
• Social difficulties or low self-esteem

Our therapists build strong, trusting relationships with each child, creating a consistent and supportive space where healing can occur. Through play therapy, children learn to regulate their emotions, communicate more effectively, and develop healthy problem-solving skills.

A Gentle Path to Growth and Understanding

At Stick & Stone Counselling Services, we understand that every child is unique. Our play therapy services are personalized to meet each child’s developmental needs and emotional experiences. We also work closely with parents and caregivers to ensure continuity and support beyond the therapy room.

If your child is struggling, play therapy can provide a meaningful path to healing. Contact our Saskatoon, SK, clinic today to learn more about how play therapy can make a difference in your child’s life.