THLC was founded in 2021 when younger children were struggling with rising mental health issues due to the COVID-19 crisis, and many underserved children from multicultural families could not access or afford counseling. THLC provides high-quality, low-cost, and culturally competent play therapy to hundreds of families each year. At its outpatient clinic in Fairfax, therapists offer individual and family counseling, promote healthy attachments, and build strong partnerships with parents, caregivers, and schools to tailor comprehensive support for each child. Public preschool and elementary school students receive similar care on site, where therapists collaborate with educators to support students in the classroom. THLC also trains mental health therapists and student interns in its play therapy practices, expanding both the number and skills of the local mental health workforce. THLC intervenes early to ensure every child can thrive.

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