Angie Garcia is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor with over 16 years of experience as an Elementary School Counselor. Previously, she demonstrated her commitment to nurturing and support by working with at-risk and abused children and their families at the Saint Louis Crisis Nursery. Specializing in Play Therapy techniques, Angie believes passionately that children have the capacity to heal through play. She recognizes that the relationship developed among the therapist, client, and family is crucial in fostering a safe environment where clients can openly discuss their struggles. When faced with painful or difficult emotions, Angie advocates for the use of play as a therapeutic tool, allowing clients to create distance from their situations and begin learning essential coping skills on their journey toward healing.