Freeman Counseling & Play Therapy

01/29/2026

We are excited to announce that Freeman Counseling & Play Therapy is now an in-network provider for most plans under Blue Cross & Blue Shield and Cigna! We now accept Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, and private pay. At this time, we are not an in-network provider for Medicaid plans, even under the above networks. Wanting to get started or learn more? Contact us today through the inquiry form on our website (link in bio) and we will reach out for a complimentary consultation call. Availability is limited and will be scheduled on a first come first serve basis.

01/24/2026

Joining our community this morning with heavy hearts to share condolences for all who were impacted by last night’s tragic accident and loss. May God wrap you in comfort during this time.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Freeman Counseling and from my family to yours! Whether your joy this season is shining bright or a bit hard to find, we are sending wishes that you will feel the warmth of the season in the way that you need this year ❤️🔔🎄

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving to our wonderful community! At Freeman Counseling & Play Therapy, we are so very thankful for each and every one of you, and want to express gratitude for trusting us with your mental health care needs. It is such an honor to get to walk alongside each client and to be trusted with your journeys. Wishing you all a wonderful holiday 🦃❤️

11/13/2025

Jacksonville community, if you’re looking for a way to give back to your community by supporting a local resource for children and families, check this out!

Western Illinois Youth Camp is an incredible asset to this community. They have wonderful programming for children in the summer that allows kids to get off of screens, out of isolation, into nature and have big adventures with peers and role models, things that I *heavily* endorse as a child therapist! What an awesome opportunity to combat anxiety, depression, screen addiction, boredom, isolation, you name it!

Check out how to get involved by donating or volunteering by checking out their page or contacting them. Our community here stands out by supporting each other and I’m excited to see how we can all work together to continue to support the kids and families through this camp!

11/11/2025

We want to wish all who have served or are serving a Happy Veterans Day today. Thank you for serving your country and allowing us our safety and freedom. If you know a veteran or active duty member, make sure to honor them today and every day!

10/24/2025

Thank you to The Source for highlighting Freeman Counseling and our Play Therapy services! I am constantly filled with gratitude for being able to establish this practice in such a strong and supportive community. Read more about play therapy at the link below or in this week’s paper!

Freeman offers different types of therapies for all ages in the Jacksonville area By Ben CoxPhotos/Ben Cox Play is an essential part of people’s lives — both child and adult. Specifically with children, it helps with their social-emotional growth and expression. Play therapy is an alternative pr...

10/21/2025

Did you know that deep breathing is one of the most widely taught and used coping skills? There’s a scientifically proven reason for that, and it involves brain science! 🧠

When you take deep breaths, you activate the parasympathetic nervous system. That’s a big word for your body’s calm-down response. When you take deep breaths, your parasympathetic nervous system activates to tell your brain that you are safe. When your brain finds safety, your body responds by slowing your heart rate, relaxing your muscles, and allowing you to find calm.

While coping skills aren’t one-sized-fits-all, this is a pretty easy one and you can do it anywhere, any time. Try these simple techniques to find one that works for you, and watch how your body responds! 🧘🏼

4-7-8 Breathing – Inhale through nose for a count of 4, hold for a count of 7, exhale through mouth for a count of 8. Repeat 3 times.

Box Breathing – Inhale through nose for a count of 4, hold for a count of 4, exhale for a count of 4, hold for a count of 4. Repeat 3 times.

Double Inhale – Inhale as long as you comfortably can, then while holding the inhale, take one more short burst of breath in, and the forcefully exhale until your lungs are emptied. Repeat 3 times.

What other breathing techniques do you like? ⬇️

10/15/2025

October 15th is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day, and on this day we will be participating in a global effort of remembrance to honor the little lives that live in our hearts forever. We encourage you to participate as well, and want you to know that however you may be affected by loss, we are thinking of you and holding you in our hearts too.

10/10/2025

Mental health is an often overlooked part of a person’s health. We now know that there is so much overlap between mental and physical health. Those that struggle with untreated mental health disorders are at a much higher risk for long-term physical health complications. And not only is it important for your physical health, but for your relationships, your work, daily functioning, and overall life satisfaction! Who wants to feel yucky all the time right? For this world mental health day, take some time to do a mental health check in. Are there areas you feel stuck, unmotivated, or unhappy with? If so, contact us for a free consultation call to see if counseling might be beneficial. Everyone deserves to take care of themselves, mind and body! 🧠🌻🌅

10/08/2025

All behavior is communication.

A tantrum, refusal, or “bad attitude” is often a child’s way of saying, “I’m overwhelmed.”
Play Therapy helps uncover what’s underneath the behavior — so healing and growth can begin. At Freeman Counseling & Play Therapy, we help kids (and parents!) build emotional regulation skills through connection and play.

09/11/2025

We are excited to announce on this that Freeman Counseling & Play Therapy, PLLC is now open and accepting new clients! Now accepting Aetna insurance and private pay. BCBS and Cigna coming soon! Check out our website for more information and to contact for scheduling.