Licensed Therapists
Our licensed therapists are fully trained mental health professionals. They accept various insurances.
Josie Jones
(she/her)
LCSW,
Child & Teen Therapist
Languages: English
Josie is a fully licensed clinical social worker who serves ages 17 and younger. She specializes in attachment work, trauma, and identity development. Josie utilizes play based skills and knowledge from modalities such as Adlerian play therapy, TheraPlay informed practice, person-centered therapy, and somatic work to support clients and families with emotional regulation, secure attachments, and improved self concept. Therapy with Josie often involves Sand Tray Play, Doll Houses, Games, and Empowering Talk Based Therapy!
Josie earned her MSW from the University of Northern Iowa.
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Lori Wilson (she/her)
LCSWA,
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Languages: English
Lori is a child and teen therapist who works primarily with children ages 6+, specializing in attachment, trauma, identity, and belonging . With the help of Keeley, her certified therapy dog, Lori helps children learn how to regulate their emotions and feel more secure in themselves and their relationships. Therapy with Lori often includes arts and crafts, fun games, and lots of pets for Keeley!
Lori earned her MSW from the University of North Carolina Wilmington.
Emma Spagnola
(she/her)
LMFTA,
Family Therapist
Languages: English
Emma is a family therapist who works primarily with older children, teens, and parents. She provides family therapy to help support communication, emotional regulation, attachment, and building strong bonds. Therapy with Emma usually involves family sessions with activities and traditional talk therapy.
Emma earned her MS in MFT from Northwestern University.
Emma is not accepting new clients. Waitlist available.
Cassie Robertson
(she/her)
LCSWA,
Play Therapy Certification
Languages: English, French
Cassie is a child therapist who works primarily with children ages 3-7, specializing in tantrums, anxiety, trauma, and selective mutism. She uses evidence-informed play therapy approaches to support children in building emotional regulation, confidence, and resilience. Therapy with Cassie usually involves Barbie Dolls, Action Figures, Sand Tray Play, and Crafts!
Cassie earned her MSW and post-graduate certificate in play Therapy from the University of North Carolina Pembroke.
Cassie is on leave & not accepting new clients.
Clinical Interns
Our clinical interns are graduate students completing clinical training under the close supervision of a licensed therapist. They accept self-pay and pro-bono clients.
Marissa Xiotencatl
(she/her)
Clinical Intern
Languages: English, Spanish
Marissa is Master's level intern, attending Northwestern University. She has received specialized training in Child-Centered Play Therapy and works with children of all ages. Marissa is able to connect with children using play, art, or video games.
Faith Bruce
(she/her)
Clinical Intern
Languages: English
Faith is a Master's level intern, in the advanced standing MSW program at University of North Carolina Wilmington. Faith brings knowledge of neurodiversity, experience working as a Montessori Teacher, and a passion for social justice.
Faith is not accepting clients at this time.
Leadership Team
Our leadership team supports the day-to-day operations of PlayWorks.
Rebecca Deardorff (she/her)
Owner, Executive Director
Cassie Robertson
(she/her)
Founder, Program Director
(Currently On Leave)
Christina Franklin
(she/her)
Interim Clinical Director
Nikki Mintz
(she/her)
Practice Manager