Maechell Ritter is a certified play therapist who uses sand tray, play therapy, EMDR and more to help children and youth thrive
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Maechelle Ritter is a play therapist in Lacey, Washington
Meet Maechell Ritter, a play therapist for children and youth in Lacey, Washington
What is your current role as a mental health professional in Washington?
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. Child Therapist. Owner of Play by Play Counseling
Where do you provide services?
My office is located in Lacey, WA for in-person services. I can provide telehealth services for individuals located anywhere in Washington.
What kind of services do you provide? Any special populations or certifications?
As a certified play therapist, I value the therapeutic approach of providing play therapy with children. Other services include using EMDR, sand tray and art therapy.
How does your service help people live mentally healthy lives?
I provide a whole child perspective that becomes healing for all. I work together with children, schools, parents, siblings or social workers, to bring a new approach to coping with mental health challenges.
What kind of people do you love working with?
Children and their families.
Why did you decide to become a mental health professional?
I saw a need for youth support and wanted to be part of the solution. I started my passion with providing for others by becoming a foster parent. From there it opened my heart to wanting to do more for my community and learn more about mental health, the value of understanding other's stories and dive into healing approaches.
What do you wish people knew about services with you?
I put the therapeutic relationship my first priority in working with youth. We work towards a trusting relationship together as we build goals and help get child and families feeling better. I value each individual that steps into my office and strive for their healing and own success story.
What is your favorite way to take care of your mental health?
Taking care of my mental health is vital to me. I practice yoga throughout my week, engage in breathing activities, and spend time with those I care about. It is important for me to be my best mentally inside and out so I can be my best mentally as a therapist.
How can people contact you to learn more about your services in Washington?
I may be reached at 360-397-7568
What is your website address or online directory link?
What are 1-3 resources or coping skills that you like to recommend for mental health?
Have you ever tried tapping? Try it. It Works.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TnbRcO43CD8
Listen and grow. Podcast-
Play Therapy Parenting by Dr. Brenna Hicks
Maechell Ritter is a child therapist for children. She has been providing services for families and their children for over 10 years. She values continuing education, research and providing interventions that align with each client. As a child therapist she specializes in supporting children through emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges. Using play therapy, talk therapy, and creative techniques, helping children express themselves, develop coping skills, and navigate life’s difficulties in a safe, supportive environment. She works with kids facing issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and family dynamics, aiming to foster emotional growth and resilience. Her approach is often tailored to the child’s developmental stage, ensuring that therapy is engaging, accessible, and effective for younger clients. She fully enjoys being a child therapist and helping her community grow.
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