Meet Lucas Valitski, MS

Lucas Valitski, MS, is a Master’s Level Counselor & Child-Centered Play Therapist. Lucas specializes in child-centered play therapy for children aged 3–12, focusing on trauma, ADHD, and autism. Through a compassionate and empowering approach, he helps children navigate emotional challenges, develop resilience, and gain essential emotional regulation and healing skills.

Lucas has experience as a school therapist in the Philadelphia school district, where he provided individual and group counseling for students from kindergarten to 8th grade. During his time at Creative Health, he specialized in play therapy for children with trauma, ADHD, and autism, creating safe and supportive spaces for children to express themselves freely through play. 

Lucas offers individual therapy focused on emotional regulation, enhancing communication and social skills, developing problem-solving abilities, and facilitating healing from trauma.

Neurodiversity: ADHD and Autism

Lucas specializes in neurodiversity and works closely with children with ADHD and autism, using play therapy as a valuable tool to help them express themselves and learn new skills. By tailoring his approach to each child's unique needs, Lucas creates a nurturing environment for growth and development. His ultimate goal is to give children the tools to gain confidence and successfully navigate the world around them.

Child-Centered Play Therapy

Lucas believes play therapy engages a child’s natural imagination, providing a safe space to process significant events, work through emotions, and make sense of their surroundings. Through play, children develop key life skills like problem-solving, emotional regulation, communication, and social interaction. Lucas’ approach not only helps children navigate challenges but also builds resilience and confidence in a natural and enjoyable way.

Cognitive Behavioral Play Therapy (CBPT)

Lucas also utilizes CBPT, a structured approach to play, to help children solve problems, build relationships, and develop emotional resilience. This method encourages cognitive and emotional growth while fostering positive behaviors and emotional regulation through playful exploration.