Play Therapy

in Saint Louis

Hope for children and families with BIG Feelings and BIG Behaviors

We help St. Louis families heal and thrive through play therapy, play-based therapy and, engaging and effective approaches to support children’s emotional wellbeing.

Unfortunately, there’s no manual for parenting - despite what the piles of books and “helpful advice” may imply. It’s easy for the stress to pile on quickly - especially when your child is experiencing big feelings, big behaviors, or big problems (maybe even all three). And somewhere in the middle of searching “early childhood trauma,” “bonding with your adoptive child,” or “helping children with emotional outbursts” for the 100th time, it starts feeling like there’s no way out. 

When Google isn’t enough, we’re here to help.

Bud to Bloom Play Therapy offers a safe environment and expert therapeutic care for families who want to foster connection, safety, and security. 

We provide play therapy in St. Louis, MO for ages 0-18 and family therapy services - because grown-ups need support, too.

Choose an option below to learn more about our play therapy services and how we can help your family!

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    Play Therapy for Children

    For children with big behaviors and big feelings, and/or early childhood trauma.

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    Therapy for Teenagers

    For tweens & teens who need support processing and managing their emotions

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    Family Therapy

    For parents who want to learn how to support their unique child, and enjoy parenting again.

If you’re a professional hoping to learn more about incorporating play therapy into your practice - click here!

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Proudly embracing all families - no matter how your garden grows.

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Blended Families

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Foster Families

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Adoptive Families

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LGBTQIA+ Families

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Neurodivergent Families

Just like every bloom is unique, we recognize and celebrate the diversity of each family - providing personalized, compassionate care to help you grow and thrive.

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We provide the support your child needs to bloom.

Our therapist team specializes in play, trauma, and child therapy techniques. We only work with clients aged 0-18 and their families, so you can feel confident in our ability to provide expert, age-appropriate support and ideas.

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For Providers

Bud to Bloom is proud to be an Association of Play Therapy approved provider, offering regular workshops and education opportunities for aspiring play therapists and others looking to broaden their skill set to include play.

We’re from the Lou & we’re proud.

We believe in the power of community to help us thrive, as individuals and as a whole. That’s why Bud to Bloom Play Therapy can be found in the heart of St. Louis City, and regularly partners with local schools, nonprofits, and public libraries - we’re committed to creating a supportive network for children and their families to thrive.

A child's hands are pictured playing with wooden dinosaurs. Play is for everyone! Contact us about a play therapy certification, an appointment with a child therapist or teenager therapist near you!
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Come Play With Us!

We offer several regular opportunities play therapy groups, professional development and parent workshops. Check out our events schedule!

Ready to help your child blossom?

Whether your child is dealing with big feelings, trauma, or behavioral challenges, our specialized team is here to support you every step of the way. Schedule a consultation today and discover how we can create a brighter, more balanced future for your family.