The Playroom Lubbock: Therapy Solutions for Kids

The Playroom Lubbock: Therapy Solutions for Kids Kelly Martin, MEd, LPC-S, RPT-S
Therapy solutions for children ages 2-12 to address their mental health, developmental, behavioral needs.

From one native New Mexican (Kathy) to another (Kelly). Kathy left a plate of biscochitos to welcome me back to work tod...
12/26/2025

From one native New Mexican (Kathy) to another (Kelly). Kathy left a plate of biscochitos to welcome me back to work today! Biscochito (or bizcochito) is a crispy butter cookie flavored with anise and cinnamon. It was developed, by residents of New Mexico, over the centuries from the first Spanish colonists of New Mexico. The recipe for making the cookie has been influenced not only by local and indigenous customs, but also by recipes brought to New Mexico by immigrants from other Hispanic countries. It is served during special celebrations, such as wedding receptions, baptisms, and religious holidays (especially during the Christmas season). Have any of you tried a biscochito?

Plenty of sunshine for the next few days—Get outside and play!
12/24/2025

Plenty of sunshine for the next few days—Get outside and play!

Welcome to the Grief Club by Janine Kwoh is practical and unfiltered with touches of humor! Although it’s illustrated, t...
12/23/2025

Welcome to the Grief Club by Janine Kwoh is practical and unfiltered with touches of humor! Although it’s illustrated, this is not a book for our littles. It’s for grown-ups or even mature teens.

You used time-outs or spankings because you thought that was the best way to teach.That’s what most of us were taught to...
12/21/2025

You used time-outs or spankings because you thought that was the best way to teach.
That’s what most of us were taught too. Now we know more about child development and nervous systems and we can do better. Discipline isn’t about isolation or fear. It’s about guidance, safety, connection and skill-building.

This has been a difficult week and I am reminded to utilize for me and my own that which I recommend to others! Movement...
12/19/2025

This has been a difficult week and I am reminded to utilize for me and my own that which I recommend to others! Movement activities for children (and grownups) who are grieving from the resources of the Dougy Center. It is an incredible National Grief Center for Children and Families.

Swipe 👉 to see which play quote is your favorite. Tell us below!
12/17/2025

Swipe 👉 to see which play quote is your favorite. Tell us below!

The main question is not ‘How can we hide our wounds?’ so we don’t have to be embarrassed, but ‘How can we put our wound...
12/15/2025

The main question is not ‘How can we hide our wounds?’ so we don’t have to be embarrassed, but ‘How can we put our woundedness in the service of others?’” Henri Nouwen, The Wounded Healer

No more long explanations or emotional deep dives at night. Bedtime fears are often regulation-based: darkness, silence,...
12/12/2025

No more long explanations or emotional deep dives at night. Bedtime fears are often regulation-based: darkness, silence, and decreased stimulation amplify trauma responses, ADHD racing thoughts, and sensory sensitivities. A simplified routine plus predictable check-ins can transform nighttime. Take a look at our sample night time plan!

A calm down corner for grown-ups? Why? 1. Your nervous system sets the tone. 2. Holiday stress overwhelms adults too. 3....
12/09/2025

A calm down corner for grown-ups? Why? 1. Your nervous system sets the tone. 2. Holiday stress overwhelms adults too. 3. Breaks prevent burnout, not weakness. 4.Self-compassion improves co-regulation. 5. Modeling (nervous system) regulation teaches more than lecturing. 6. Your brain needs the same tools you teach your child. 7. A regulated parent creates a calmer holiday.
Xoxo-Kelly
Snoopy phone courtesy of Kathy’s playroom

As we approach the winter school break and holiday season we recommend looking ahead at school and extracurricular activ...
12/04/2025

As we approach the winter school break and holiday season we recommend looking ahead at school and extracurricular activities that could coincide with your scheduled appointment time. We require 48 hour notice to cancel or reschedule sessions (regardless of school parties/field trips/tests), otherwise a full session fee is charged. Two consecutive cancellations could result in being removed from your recurring timeslot. Call or email your specific therapist for any changes to your schedule.

12/02/2025

Sometimes being a play therapist looks… unconventional. Air hockey. Handcuffs. Dress up. Magic wands. Spider-Man. But here’s the thing…Play is the most conventional form of healing, learning, and communication for children.

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4801 Elgin Avenue
Lubbock, TX
79413

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