Play Therapy Omaha

06/05/2026

✨ NEW INTERN ALERT! ✨
A few words from Alexis:

"I don't know about you *yet*, but being a human is tricky!! Full of twists and turns, ups and downs, and when the occasional clearing or common ground hits... it's gone the next. And in my opinion that's the hardest part - sometimes the only constant thing in our lives is change.

My goal as a counselor is to help others (and frankly, myself) be a consistent flexible force in our own lives. My approach combines authenticity, curiosity, and a genuine belief that every person already has strengths worth building on. With over a decade of experience supporting children and families, a background collaborating alongside Occupational Therapists, and formal training in mind-body philosophies including yoga, I take a holistic approach to counseling that honors the connection between thoughts, emotions, and the body.

Because no two people are the same, I strive to create a space where clients feel seen, supported, and free to be themselves! Whether through creativity, conversation, or skill-building, I hope you leave feeling courageously capable and content.

Whether your child needs support navigating big emotions, your teen is feeling stuck, or you're a young adult trying to make sense of life's current chapter, I'd be honored to walk, boogey, or simply just sit alongside you."

🌱 Ages 4–24
🌱 $25/session private pay only
🌱 Telehealth or In-Person times available
🌱 Supervised Counseling Intern of Jen Ortmeier

Call (402) 709-8338 or email [email protected] to schedule a session with her 💛

06/03/2026

Being a middle school girl can be a lot. Friendships change, confidence comes and goes, life gets busy, and sometimes you just need a place to be yourself.

Real Talk is a laid-back, supportive group where girls can talk about real life, make meaningful connections, and remember they don't have to figure everything out alone. We'll spend time chatting, creating, playing games, and exploring whatever topics are important to the group that day.

No pressure. No judgment. Just a space to show up, be yourself, and connect with others who get it. 💜

✨ Free to participate
✨ Open to middle school girls
✨ Mondays in June & July starting 6/15

See flyer for details and registration information!

05/13/2026

One of the hardest parts of parenting is believing every behavior says something about us.

A tantrum in the grocery store.
Yelling at bedtime.
Hitting a sibling.
Not listening after we’ve asked five times.

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, embarrassed, or like we’re getting it wrong.

But children are still learning emotional regulation, impulse control, communication, and coping skills. Their behavior is often communication, not a reflection of our worth as parents.

What matters most is not perfection.
It’s how we respond in the moment.

When we pause, regulate ourselves, repair after hard moments, and lead with connection, children learn emotional safety, resilience, and trust.

And honestly, many of us are learning this while healing the way we were raised too.

“Our kid’s behavior isn’t always a reflection on us as parents.
But our reaction to their behavior is.”

These are emotional skills. And we can practice them.

Ready for calmer parenting, emotional regulation tools, and connection-based discipline support?

Start here: bit.ly/GenMindfulApp

05/13/2026

Big feelings don’t always come out in words 💛
The GREAT Kids Group is a creative expressive arts group designed to help children explore emotions, build confidence, strengthen social connections, and express themselves through music, movement, mindfulness, clay, and dramatic play. 🎨🎭🎶

📍Hosted at Center St. Play Therapy Omaha
🗓 Tuesdays & Fridays in June at 8:30-9:30am
🧒 Ages 8–11
✨ Limited spots available

For more information or to begin registration, fill out a form online at https://www.playtherapyomaha.com/specialofferings.html or email Allie at [email protected]

05/12/2026

Crying gets a bad rap—but it serves a purpose! 💧

Before we had words, we had tears.
As babies, crying is how we communicate, connect, and get our needs met. It’s not “too much”… it’s survival.

And even as we grow, that system doesn’t just disappear.
Crying can help release stress, regulate our nervous system, and signal that something inside needs care or attention.

What if, instead of shutting it down, we got curious about it?
What is this feeling trying to tell me?

Tears aren’t a problem to fix—they’re a message to understand 💛

05/10/2026

To the mothers and mother-figures:

The ones showing up, holding it all together (sometimes barely), loving deeply, and trying again each day—we see you 💛

Your presence, your care, and your effort matter more than you know.

Today, we celebrate you—and all the quiet, powerful ways you show up.
Happy Mother’s Day 🌷

05/07/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

A gentle reminder that mental health is health.
It’s in our thoughts, our emotions, our relationships, and the way we move through the world each day.

Taking care of your mental health doesn’t have to be big or perfect—sometimes it looks like pausing, asking for support, setting a boundary, or simply noticing what you need.

Wherever you are in your journey, it matters.
And you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Let this month be an invitation to check in—with yourself and with each other ✨

05/05/2026

✨ NEW SUMMER GROUP ✨

We’re so excited to introduce Connected Families — a unique group experience designed for both caregivers and their children 💛

This parallel group allows caregivers and kids to grow side-by-side (in separate spaces), building skills that strengthen connection at home.

👨‍👩‍👧 Caregivers will:
• Learn practical, proactive parenting strategies
• Strengthen attachment with their child
• Gain tools to reduce challenging behaviors

🧠 Kids (ages 5–8) will:
• Better understand their emotions
• Build skills to regulate big feelings
• Grow confidence in expressing themselves

🌱 Six weekly sessions
📅 June 16, 23, 30 & July 14, 21, 28
🕒 3:30 or 5:00 PM options

💡 Kid’s group is FREE with caregiver participation

This is a beautiful opportunity to invest in your family’s connection, growth, and well-being.

📩 Questions or ready to register?
Call (402) 709-8338
Email [email protected]

Spots are limited—reach out today!

Expert coaching services designed to support both children and parents through life's challenges.

03/31/2026

🏳️‍⚧️Transgender Day of Visibility🏳️‍⚧️
Today we pause to recognize the courage it takes to live authentically!
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Visibility is more than being seen — it’s about being affirmed, respected, and valued without conditions. Today, and everyday, we honor the fullness of gender diverse and transgender individuals and the strength it takes to show up as yourself

Authenticity is powerful. 💪🏽 And it deserves to be celebrated! 👏🏼

03/24/2026

We are so excited to offer Brain Builders: ADHD Skill Lab and Social Group this April! 🧠✨

This free psychoeducational group is designed for elementary-aged kids to help them better understand how their amazing brains work — and to build real, practical tools they can use at home and school.

Day 1: How My Brain Works — helping kids explore ADHD in a way that feels empowering and strengths-based.
Day 2: My Brain Builders Toolbox — learning hands-on skills to support focus, emotional regulation, and confidence.

If you have a child who would benefit from understanding their brain in a supportive, playful environment, we would love to have them join! 💛

Inquire in the link here: https://www.playtherapyomaha.com/specialofferings.html
Or email [email protected] for more information!

Expert coaching services designed to support both children and parents through life's challenges.