Samantha Hale Counseling, PLLC

04/17/2026

Making slime is a go to for many of my clients. Here is some more info on how play and sensory tools can lead to healing and growth ❤️‍🩹

Wanted to share this reminder that the mess is purposeful and worth all of the sticky hands and messy clothes.

04/15/2026

Let’s bust a few common myths about play therapy! Drop a comment and let us know some of the Play Therapy Myths you've encountered when talking about your work. 👇

03/28/2026

One phrase to try when your child won’t listen:
“First ___, then ___.”

Example:
“First shoes on, then we go outside.”
“First homework, then screen time.”
This works because it:

✔️ Keeps the instruction clear
✔️ Avoids power struggles
✔️ Shows what comes next

Simple. Calm. Predictable.
Kids respond better when they know what to expect.

03/27/2026

10/25/2025

We are excited to announce that we are now in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield!

09/30/2025

Welcome to our therapeutic playroom — a place where children can process emotions, develop coping skills, and find their voice through play.

Contact is at 601-228-5994 or [email protected] to learn more.

09/25/2025

As parents, it can be difficult to ask for help—but reaching out for support can be one of the strongest choices you make for your child. If you notice the signs below your child might benefit from mental health services.

Visit www.samanthahalecounseling.com or contact 601-228-5994 to get started.

09/22/2025

Big feelings, big changes, and big challenges can feel overwhelming for kids and parents alike. You don't have to do it alone. My passion is helping children and families navigate those challenges with compassion and care. I work with children ages 3+ struggling with behavioral and emotional concerns through play-based therapy and trauma informed care.

Contact me at 601-228-5994 or visit www.samanthahalecounseling.com to get started.

09/17/2025

Play isn’t just fun—it’s powerful. In therapy children can use the power of play to learn new ways to problem solve, self-regulate and process feelings. 💛

09/16/2025

Inside The Playroom: Creative Expression Toys

Instead of asking kids to “talk about their feelings” (which can feel impossible or scary), these toys let children show their feelings through action, art, and imagination.

Here’s how they work in play therapy:

Symbolic communication- Children often can’t find the words for what’s going on inside. The play becomes a “language” the therapist can gently translate.

Sense of control- When kids mold clay, choose colors, or create a scene, they’re in charge. That control can feel healing, especially for children who’ve experienced chaos or trauma.

Practice for problem-solving- Building, painting, or crafting allows children to experiment with choices, mistakes, and “redos” in a safe way. It’s rehearsal for coping and flexibility.

Strengthening self-esteem- Completing a drawing or project gives a child something tangible they created—proof they are capable.