Resources

At Lorven, we understand that mental health is a journey that requires constant attention and care. That's why we have compiled a list of free resources that are available on our website.

"Birds Fly,
Fish Swim,
Children Play"

- Garry Landreth

Play Therapy

Research has found play therapy to be an effective therapeutic approach for a variety of children’s difficulties including:

• Adjusting to family changes such as separation/divorce, change in school or home, adoption/foster care placement/new addition to family

• Making friends

• Excessive anger, fear, sadness, worry and shyness

• Aggression and acting out

• School difficulties

• ADD and ADHD

• Abuse and neglect

• Social adjustment issues

• Sleeping and eating difficulties

• Self concept and self esteem

• Trauma

• Grief and loss

• Chronic illness/hospitalization

• Physical symptoms without medical cause

• Bonding and Attachment issues

• Foster, adoption and identity issues

Individual Therapy

For Adults

Individual adult therapy can also help adults find ways to enhance their personal support system and improve relationships with themselves and others. Some common adult challenges include:

Depression
Processing and healing after trauma, grief, or loss
Managing anger and anxiety
Finding and cultivating satisfying, healthy intimate relationships
Exploring and embracing major life changes, such as marriage or parenthood
Enhancing self knowledge and communicating your needs clearly and genuinely
Cultivating your empathy, to comprehend what is going on in someone else's mind
Reflecting on what you truly value and formulating realistic ways to live by your values
Changing long held assumptions and trying new behavior
Finding a personal path to healing that is effective and best for you

Glossary

What do all of those letters and acronyms mean? This glossary provides concise, relevant information about the services LCFD offers and the clinical certifications that each therapist may possess.

LCMHC, LCMHCS, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) . To qualify as an LPC or LCSW, an individual must possess a graduate degree, complete advanced training, garner extensive clinical work experience, and pass a state-certified licensing examination. Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS) is able to provide clinical supervision for LCMHC candidates.

RPT and RPT-S

Registered Play Therapist (RPT) and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. Registered Play Therapists (RPT) and Registered Play Therapists-Supervisors (RPT-S) are state licensed clinical mental health practitioners who have completed additional clinical supervision, advanced and specialized training, and direct clinical hours related to play therapy practice. Registered Play Therapist Supervisor (RPT-S) are able to provide clinical supervision for those seeking to earn their RPT.