Where play heals and gives kids tools to thrive!
Pediatric Therapy in St. Louis
No parent wants to hear that there’s something wrong with their child - which is why we would never say that.
At Bud to Bloom Play Therapy, we believe that big behaviors are a child’s way of telling us what they really need - especially when they don’t have a way to tell us in words.
Your child isn’t “broken,” and neither are you. But hard times are, well, hard - and we’re here to support your family through it.
The Power of Play
Play provides an avenue for children to communicate with us in their own language - which makes it a powerful processing tool for pretty much anything they’re going through.
Through play, children can communicate experiences and emotions that might be difficult to describe with words, leading to healing and emotional growth.
Play therapy also gives your family strategies and insights to support your child at home, and a healthier family life.
Play Therapy Can Help With…
Moving Through Big Feelings & Behaviors
Processing Childhood Trauma
Navigating Foster & Adoptive Family Dynamics
Navigating Life Transitions
"You deserve support that feels like hope, not pressure."
A clear path — not a confusing process.
Reach out:
Give us a call or click the link below to schedule a call with one of our Client Care Coordinators.
We’ll spend 15-30 minutes learning about your family’s situation and needs, sharing about our services, and either scheduling you with one of our therapists, or connecting you with more appropriate resources.
Meet Your Therapist:
Your first session is a 60-minute block with your new therapist. You’ll discuss your child’s background, strengths, and current needs. We’ll cover expectations, policies, and the first steps of establishing a treatment plan for your family and child.
Watch Your Child Bud & Bloom:
Begin with weekly sessions using the approach your therapist recommended. This may mean family therapy, parent support, individual therapy, or a mixture of these approaches.
Unlike other medical treatments, therapy doesn’t have a fixed timeline, and depends on your child’s specific needs. However, most clients remain with us between 8-12 months. Your therapist will keep you updated on progress every step of the way!
Outgrowing our Garden (AKA Discontinuing Services):
As you and/or your therapist sees progress toward your original goals, we’ll begin conversations around graduation from therapy.
We understand that therapy often becomes a special place to children, so we usually give a 3-week notice to support this transition. When we discuss ending therapy, some kids may have big feelings, and you may even see some regression. Rest assured this can be a normal part of the process.
Together with your therapist, you will choose an ending day for therapy. The therapist and child will choose how to spend that last session in a way that honors the child’s work and progress. Every termination is always a “good bye for now,” as we have an open-door policy and always welcome back previous clients if they find themselves needing support in the future.
Bloom Together Pricing:
A Shared Care Model
Our Bloom Together Pricing model is built on a simple truth: families are in different financial seasons.
In order to ensure the most focused care for our families through a smaller caseload for each provider, we are not in-network commercial insurance plans.
We accept credit cards, debit cards and HSA/FSA. Many of our families have success with applying for out–of-network reimbursement for our services! Learn more here.
For information about Good Faith Estimates, click here.
Supported Season:
$75 PER SESSION
Some families are in seasons where they need reduced fees to access care. We have limited spots available for this season, and families will pay $75 per session.
Sustaining Season:
$150 PER SESSION
Others may be in a stable place and able to pay our standard rate $150.
Generative Season:
$200 PER SESSION
And some may have additional capacity to give forward, helping expand access for others in our community ($200).
Instead of a single flat fee, we invite clients to choose the rate that fits their current reality. Higher-tier contributions can support access to therapy for families who otherwise might not be able to afford care with us.
This isn’t charity — it’s redistribution.
Counseling for Kids in St. Louis
Everyone belongs.
Everyone can bloom.
We want to help you feel confident in supporting your child without the fear that you’re contributing to their distress.
Families formed through adoption or foster care often face unique challenges, and at Bud to Bloom, we provide specialized support to help these families thrive. Our pediatric play therapy services are designed to address issues such as attachment, identity, and trauma, creating a safe space for children and teens to express themselves and heal.
For Children
Pediatric therapy can help your child:
Build trust in new relationships
Navigate their racial identity in the context of their foster/adoptive family
Express their emotions in safe and healthy ways
For Parents
We also provide support for you as a parent or caregiver, so you can:
Overcome the overwhelming, conflicting information you may get about supporting your child
Use tangible skills to create a smoother transition for you and your child
Let go of the pressure to make every interaction with your child “perfect”
Often, our foster and adoptive families are concerned that the idea of therapy may make their child feel punished, rejected, or left out - and it can make asking for help nearly impossible. We want to assure you that pediatric therapy instead creates opportunities for deeper connection, a playful bonding experience, and belonging for all.
Our compassionate approach ensures that every child and family member feels valued and supported on their journey to emotional well-being.
Book an Appointment
To get started with pediatric play therapy and counseling for kids in St. Louis, reach out below and our Intake Coordinator will guide you along the process!