Dragon's Den Counseling

01/09/2026

MONSTER MAKER CHALLENGE

Dragon’s Den Counseling is hosting a community art challenge that is open to all ages and all skill levels.

The challenge:
Draw an original fantasy monster. Cute, funny, spooky, heroic, etc. anything goes as long as it’s your own creation!

How to enter:
• Submit your monster drawing by 1/31/26 in the comments below or at zach@dragonsdencounseling.com
• Include your monster’s name and a 1–2 sentence description of the monster.
• hand drawn images only.

Voting categories:
• Overall Favorite
• Most Unique
• Most dangerous looking

What happens next:
Every submitted monster will be transformed into a polished fantasy-style image. Then, the top-voted winner in each category will have their monster turned into a custom miniature, which will be provided to the winner. They will be shipped out if not local.
The top 3 votes monsters will also be included in an upcoming Daggerheart adventure!

Important notes:
• Please keep entries family-friendly (no explicit content or hate symbols).
• By submitting, you grant Dragon’s Den Counseling permission to share your artwork and the fantasy image for voting and showcase purposes.

Submission deadline: 1/31/26
Voting begins: 2/1/26
Voting ends: 2/10/26
Winners announced: 2/11/26

12/29/2025

I’m hosting a free live discussion today at 6pm est focused on using tabletop RPGs (focus on Daggerheart) in more intentional ways.

We’ll be talking about things like:

running games that support player agency and emotional safety

using TTRPGs for connection, reflection, or community-building

working with neurodivergent players, kids/teens, or mixed groups

You don’t need experience with Daggerheart.
You don’t have to talk, listening is totally fine.

The discussion is hosted inside my Skool community, but joining and attending is free.

If that sounds useful or interesting, use the link below!

A community using games, creativity, and storytelling to grow, connect, and build skills together in a supportive, neurodivergent-friendly space.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas and happy holidays to everyone! I hope you all are having a wonderful day! ♥️

12/12/2025

Board games are more than fun—they’re mental workouts. From planning and memory to social skills and flexible thinking, play strengthens key cognitive abilities in an engaging, low-pressure way. 🎲🧠✨

12/12/2025

Healing spells in fantasy games aren’t just magic—they’re metaphors. Shield becomes a boundary, Calm Emotions a deep breath. Through play, players learn real-life coping skills in powerful, memorable ways. ✨

12/12/2025

12/12/2025

Sometimes, the game needs a pause. Breaking the fourth wall during TTRPGs helps ensure emotional safety, address real-life issues, and build trust. It’s a reminder: players come first, story second. 🎭💬

12/12/2025

✨ Healing spells aren't just for fantasy worlds.

In D&D, players explore emotional resilience, empathy, and recovery through storytelling. Every support role, spell, and shared moment can reflect real-life coping skills—making the game a powerful tool for personal growth and healing. 💬🛡️🎲

12/10/2025

Here are some more action shots from my TTRPG Therapy groups!

We have had some exciting adventures so far! I look forward to seeing what comes next!

08/19/2025

I’m excited to officially announce my Daggerheart LIVE show that will be held at AcadeCon November 8th from 12-4pm!

We will be playing through my adventure that has been run across the world through organizations such as Event.Cruises’s D20 Cruise and D&D in a Castle!

Expect laughter, tears, excitement, and most of all HORROR! 😱

Best of all it is completely free to come watch with your AcadeCon Badge!!

If anyone is interested in receiving a discount code for $5 off your badge use code DDC5 when purchasing your convention badge.

https://tabletop.events/conventions/acadecon-2025/schedule/63

06/26/2025

Dragons Den Counseling is now accepting new clients and referrals for both individual counseling and therapeutic tabletop role-playing groups!

I specialize in working with neurodivergent kids, teens, and young adults through a blend of traditional therapy and geek culture, offering a supportive space where clients can explore identity, develop coping skills, and build confidence. Individual sessions integrate interests like games, stories, and fandoms to make therapy engaging, meaningful, and accessible.

https://youtu.be/VPRMWKtl7SU?si=mZum8phJ1ZKAT4IX

Group therapy sessions are also open for registration, with current offerings for kids (ages 7–12), teens (13–17), and adults (18+). These tabletop RPG therapy groups use games such as Dungeons and Dragons and Daggerheart to use collaborative storytelling and roleplay to support social skills, emotional growth, and self-expression in a structured, therapeutic setting.

https://youtu.be/T11HdVCJ0jU?si=J-H5C1A6jLv0skWh

To learn more or get started, visit www.dragonsdencounseling.com or reach out directly through the site’s contact form!

Individual and Group Counseling | Helping neurodivergent individuals & their families discover inner strength, creativity, and potential.