LSCSW, LCSW, RPT-S

Specialized Therapy for Children, Teens & Families

Inspiring Play, Wellness & Connection

Brijin Gardner holds a Master's of Social Work from the University of Kansas, specializing in the Clinical Child and Family track. Inspire Play is dedicated to bringing out the best in children, adolescents, and their families.

Brijin sees a variety of clients, young and mature. She has experience with early childhood mental health.

Brijin believes that play and connection are an essential part of the therapy process.

Working Together

Brijin has experience supporting individuals and families through life transitions at home and school. She works with families to enhance and build healthy attachment.

Common Referrals Include:

· Anxiety & Depression

· Behavioral and social issues at school

· Grief and loss

· Divorce

· Family transitions

· Trauma

· Attachment

· Adoption

In Person & Telehealth

Brijin provides both telehealth services and in office sessions.

Supervision & Consultation

Brijin is fully trained and able to provide Clinical Supervision for LMSW candidates seeking licensure in Kansas or Missouri.

As a credentialed Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, Brijin can supervision for those working towards their credential in Play Therapy. She also provides consultation to groups and organizations.

Play Therapy Training & Publications

Brijin offers innovative Play Therapy workshops for professionals to support and enhance their work with children, and families. She is a frequent speaker at the Association for Play Therapy Conference and Play Therapy branches across America and Canada.

Workshops and trainings can range from 2 hours to 2 days, depending on the organization's request.

Topics can be tailored to meet the needs of the agency and population served.

Contact her directly to get a list of presentation topics.

Publications & Contributions Include:

Counseling at the Beginning: Interventions and Issues in Infancy and Early Childhood. Ed. C. Tucker (2020)

American Academy of Pediatrics, Current Problems in Pediatric and Adolescent Health Care: Addressing Toxic Stress from Adverse Childhood Experiences through a Collaboration between a Children’s Hospital and a Community Organization.

Multiple contributors (2017)

Play Therapy: A comprehensive Guide to Theory and Practice. Play Therapy with Adolescents. Ed. D. Crenshaw & A. Stewart (2015)

Theraplay: Applications of Family and Group Theraplay.. Ed. E. Munns (2015)

Assessment and Treatment Activities for Children, Adolescents, and Families, Volumes 1 (2007) & 2 (2010) Ed. L. Lowenstein

Brijin Gardner