Newton Play Therapy is passionate about children's mental health. Our mission is to provide developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions to children of all ages. To meet this end, we are committed to the continuous education and training of our clinicians in the evidence based practice of Play Therapy.
Owner and Clinical Therapist, Chelsea Welch, LICSW has over 15 years of experience providing therapy to children. Chelsea specializes in Play Therapy with children of all ages. She takes great care in creating a warm, welcoming environment for all of her clients to explore their feelings and behaviors through play.
A little about me: I savor moments outdoors, basking in nature through running, hiking, gardening, or time with animals. Reading, jigsaw puzzles (I've completed puzzles with 3,000 pieces!), board and card games, creative projects, and vegan cooking are also lifegiving for me.
I gained my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling along with a Graduate Certificate in Trauma Studies at Lesley University. I have also completed a certification for Compassionate Bereavement Care (CBC) offered by the Center for Loss and Trauma in partnership with the MISS Foundation and the Elisabeth Kubler-Ross Family Trust to be able to support those experiencing the effects of traumatic grief due to the death of a loved one. I am also currently working toward my Registered Play Therapist (RPT) credential with the Association for Play Therapy.
Want to know more about Play Therapy? The Association for Play Therapy website has a few helpful FAQs and resources for caregivers and parents: Parents Corner - Association for Play Therapy (a4pt.org).
I have a commitment and passion for providing culturally responsive, compassionate care to children and families, particularly when it comes to supporting LGBTQ, BIPOC, and youth with chronic illnesses. My approach is integrative primarily pulling from trauma informed, relational-cultural and feminist perspectives with focus on identity development, empowerment, collaboration and fostering the therapeutic relationship with the youth I work with. I received my masters degree in Mental Health counseling at Boston College and bachelor's degree in psychology & public health at Goucher College. I have experience within community based, research and school settings. I am humbled to work with you and your family!
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