Power of Play
Play Therapy & Child Therapy in San Luis Obispo
Helping children and their parents communicate, connect, and grow
Is your child struggling? Are you?
Life is full and it moves fast. In my decade of working with children and families, one truth has stood out: parents and children are doing the best they can with what they have. Still, everyone can use a little help.
I provide child therapy and play therapy in San Luis Obispo for children experiencing anxiety, big emotions, behavioral challenges, difficult transitions, trauma, and struggles with confidence or relationships. Through child-centered play therapy, I support children in understanding and expressing their feelings in a way that comes naturally to them.
I also work closely with parents, providing practical tools and helping you find new ways to communicate and connect with your child. You are the most important person in your child's life, and you'll be an essential part of their healing journey.
How Play Therapy Can Help
I provide child-centered play therapy for children ages 3–13 experiencing:
Anxiety, worry, or fears
Big emotions or difficulty with emotional regulation
Low self-esteem or lack of confidence
Perfectionism or fear of making mistakes
Behavioral challenges
Friendship or social difficulties
School stress
Trauma or difficult experiences
Family changes, grief, or other life transitions
Meet Sara Powers, LMFT
Hi, I'm Sara! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and child-centered play therapist in San Luis Obispo.
I've spent more than a decade working with children and families, and I believe children deserve a space where they feel understood, accepted, and free to be themselves. My approach uses play, connection, and the therapeutic relationship to help children work through challenges and develop greater confidence in themselves.
What is play Therapy?
Play therapy is a child-centered therapeutic approach that allows children to express themselves through play and art. Rather than giving instructions or directing the child, the therapist creates a safe, supportive space where the child can explore their thoughts and emotions at their own pace. Through the language of play, children process feelings, work through challenges, and build confidence and resilience. Play therapy helps children navigate difficult experiences and develop healthy coping skills in a way that feels natural and empowering to them.
Looking for a Child Therapist in San Luis Obispo?
Power of Play provides child-centered play therapy for families in San Luis Obispo and throughout San Luis Obispo County and the Central Coast. If you're wondering whether play therapy might be a good fit for your child or have questions about getting started, I'd be happy to talk with you.