Andrea Bueno-Acosta

Counselor, MA, LCMHCA (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

3 Endorsed

Holly Springs, NC 27540

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Your child has been having a hard time with “big feelings” and “big behaviors”. You have spent hours searching to find ways to help your young child have less intense meltdowns and tantrums, or to help your grade schooler better handle transitions or unexpected change, or to help your tween worry less about “adult things” and things they can’t control. It has been extremely difficult seeing your child struggle and you really wish you could just make it all stop, but you’re out of ideas. I know that the process of finding a counselor for your child can be exhausting and intimidating, but you don’t have to walk this journey alone.

Can you imagine what it would feel like if you could experience more joy when you’re with your child instead of anxiously waiting for the next meltdown? Or if you could start to feel more confident that as a parent you can support your child without also feeling lost in their tornado of emotions?

This is exactly the work I love to do! Through the language of play, I work with children struggling to cope with worries, anger, life changes, and adverse experiences. I believe that a safe and nurturing relationship is at the heart of the therapeutic process . If you are ready, email me to schedule a free consultation to determine if we’d make a good fit.

Call or Email Andrea Bueno-Acosta now for a free 15 minute consultation - (919) 689-4603

My Practice at a Glance

Available in-person

The Growing Place: Counseling & Play Therapy

Holly Springs, NC 27540

(919) 689-4603

I support young children and their caregivers by using play therapy to feel more connected, confident, and secure.

I specialize in Child

$150 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Let's Connect (919) 689-4603

My Practice at a Glance

Available in-person

The Growing Place: Counseling & Play Therapy

Holly Springs, NC 27540

(919) 689-4603

I support young children and their caregivers by using play therapy to feel more connected, confident, and secure.

I specialize in Child

$150 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Pay by American Express, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

I am an out-of-network provider and can provide a superbill for submission to your insurance company.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 689-4603

Andrea Bueno-Acosta

Counselor, MA, LCMHCA

I am an out-of-network provider and can provide a superbill for submission to your insurance company.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 689-4603

Andrea Bueno-Acosta

Counselor, MA, LCMHCA

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Expired Prelicense by State of North Carolina / A16294 Supervised by Heather Hale (North Carolina / S7422) Andrea Bueno-Acosta
In Practice for 4 Years
License: I am currently undergoing additional training and supervision to become a Registered Play Therapist.
Membership with Association for Play Therapy and the North Carolina Counseling Association
Attended Appalachian State University, Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseli, Graduated 2020

Supporting children and parents with specialized training in play therapy and Child-Parent Relationship Therapy.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 689-4603

Andrea Bueno-Acosta

Counselor, MA, LCMHCA

Supporting children and parents with specialized training in play therapy and Child-Parent Relationship Therapy.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 689-4603

Andrea Bueno-Acosta

Counselor, MA, LCMHCA

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Child

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Parenting
School Issues
Self Esteem

I offer a safe space for your child where they can feel accepted, understood, and supported. I am trained to understand a child's natural language of play and in our work together, I will act as a trustworthy translator between every child and their grownup. Learn more about how I work at www.thegrowingplacenc.com.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 689-4603

Andrea Bueno-Acosta

Counselor, MA, LCMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 689-4603

Andrea Bueno-Acosta

Counselor, MA, LCMHCA

3 Endorsements

Payton Austin

Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA

Andrea is a wonderful child therapist with a contagious love of play. She is an expert in encouraging children with care and compassion, a true asset to any child's journey.

Emily Voignier

Counselor, LCMHCA

I would highly recommend Andrea for any parents who are seeking services for their little one. Andrea specializes in play therapy, and she is great at what she does. She is incredibly well-informed, professional, and caring.

Margaret Kirk

Counselor, LCMHCA, NCC

Andrea is passionate about creating a safe and healing space for her clients and their families. I know her to be curious, thoughtful, and warm. She has a unique way of helping people feel welcome and understood in her presence.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler ,

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen

Participants

Individuals

Age

Toddler ,

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Child-Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT)
Play Therapy
Sandtray

I utilize play therapy to support children ages 4-10 who are struggling with "big feelings" due to anxiety, anger, life transitions, and adverse experiences. I prioritize collaborating with parents/caregivers as they explore alternative ways to best support their child at home and improve the quality of their parent-child relationship.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 689-4603

Andrea Bueno-Acosta

Counselor, MA, LCMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 689-4603

Andrea Bueno-Acosta

Counselor, MA, LCMHCA

Location

Primary Location

The Growing Place: Counseling & Play Therapy

Holly Springs, NC 27540

(919) 689-4603

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My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Wake

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I support young children and their caregivers by using play therapy to feel more connected, confident, and secure.

Call for a free consultation now - (919) 689-4603

Andrea Bueno-Acosta

Counselor, MA, LCMHCA

I support young children and their caregivers by using play therapy to feel more connected, confident, and secure.

Call for a free consultation now - (919) 689-4603

Andrea Bueno-Acosta

Counselor, MA, LCMHCA