Our specialists in Play Therapy

Play therapy is a term that describes a number of different kinds of treatment methods, all using play to help young children communicate with the therapist and resolve issues.

Abby Haynes provides therapy and counseling services.

Abby Haynes, LSW

Ms. Abby Haynes is a provisionally licensed social worker, who sees clients under the supervision of Melissa Hinkle, LCSW and Leslie Ruiz, LCSW.  She received her master’s degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison and her undergraduate degree in psychology from University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.  Ms. Abby Haynes comes from a community mental health care background where she specialized in sexual abuse and trauma treatment for children… Read more →

Melissa Hinkle, LCSW,, provides therapy and counseling services.

Melissa Hinkle, LCSW

Supervisor Ms. Melissa Hinkle received her undergraduate degree at The University of Miami of Florida, in 1988. She received her master’s degree from Norfolk State University in 1991. She has worked in a variety of settings including community mental health care, hospitals, residential care, a detention center, and locally at Milestones. Ms. Hinkle uses play therapy, art therapy, cognitive behavioral… Read more →

Tiffany Leonard, LMHC provides therapy and counseling services.

Tiffany Leonard, LMHC

Ms. Tiffany Leonard holds a bachelor’s degree in Child Development and Family Studies from West Virginia University. Her master’s degree is in marriage and family therapy from Liberty University. Ms. Leonard uses an eclectic therapy approach, with techniques designed to suit each client’s individual needs. She works with clients across the life span including children, adolescents, students and adults. This… Read more →

Bree Russo, LCSW, RPT-S provides therapy and counseling services.

Bree Russo, LCSW, RPT-S

Ms. Bree Russo studied psychology at Indiana University where she earned a bachelor’s degree. She holds a Master’s degree in social work from Washington University. She also is a Registered Play Therapist– Supervisor, recognized by the Association for Play Therapy. Ms. Russo specializes in treating children and adolescents and has worked in a variety of counseling settings including residential treatment,… Read more →

Brianna Swenson-Brack, LMHC, RPT, provides therapy and counseling services.

Brianna Swenson-Brack, LMHC, RPT

Ms. Brianna Swenson-Brack is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Registered Play Therapist, recognized by the National Association of Play Therapy. She has spent much of her career working with children and families. This experience includes families impacted by poverty and physical abuse, sexual abuse, addiction, and discrimination.  Ms. Brianna Swenson-Brack enjoys working with youth of all ages, their parents,… Read more →