Our Services
We offer a comprehensive range of therapy options
tailored to meet the unique needs of children ages 3 to 17. From individual psychotherapy and family therapy to equine-assisted sessions and play therapy, our evidence-based approaches prioritize healing in a nurturing, natural environment. Our dedicated therapists are here to support your child’s journey toward well-being, resilience, and divine purpose.
Talk Therapy
Explore the benefits of talk therapy at 9Ranch, where our skilled therapists provide individual psychotherapy and family therapy tailored to children ages 3 to 17 against the restorative backdrop of nature. Through evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), we create a safe and supportive space for children to navigate challenges, manage stress, and build resilience. Discover how talk therapy can empower your child towards healing and growth in a compassionate setting.
Group Sessions
We are excited to offer monthly group sessions here at 9Ranch! Kids and teens will now have the opportunity to experience more of what 9Ranch has to offer, while also getting the opportunity to connect with each other! During this time your child will have two separate sessions with our therapists and an activity out at the camp. There will be plenty of time for nature walks in between! We also offer parents opportunities for personal growth through self-guided therapy while their children are in sessions at 9Ranch. Parents and children alike are invited to unplug from devices and enjoy nature during their time at 9Ranch.
Play Therapy
At 9Ranch, our therapists specialize in using play as a powerful therapeutic tool for young children. Our trained therapists facilitate sessions that promote emotional expression, problem-solving, and coping skills development through play. Whether it’s through interactive games, art activities, or using puppets, play therapy can help children heal, grow, and thrive. Explore how play therapy can support your child’s journey towards greater well-being and resilience.
Sand Tray Therapy
Sand Tray Therapy is a powerful tool to help children resolve cognitive and emotional issues. This technique utilizes a tray of sand, along with small tools and figurines, allowing children to communicate and process emotions and experiences without the need for words. Sand tray therapy is particularly effective in supporting children coping with trauma, anxiety, and emotional challenges, providing a safe and creative outlet for self-expression. Discover how sand tray therapy can empower your child to navigate and heal from within.
Ecotherapy
Ecotherapy, sometimes called Nature Therapy, utilizes the healing and restorative power of nature to promote both mental and emotional well-being. Our therapists host sessions outdoors, incorporating activities like gardening, animal interaction, and nature walks around 9Ranch to help children connect with nature and find inner peace. Explore how Ecotherapy at 9Ranch can benefit your child’s emotional health and well-being.
Family Coaching
At 9Ranch, we offer Family Coaching designed to support your child’s healing journey beyond our therapy sessions. Our experienced therapists provide you with practical tools and strategies to reinforce and extend the lessons learned at 9Ranch into your home environment. Discover how family coaching can strengthen your ability to support your child’s ongoing mental and emotional growth.
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Meet Our Therapists
Kristin Tipps, LPC-S, RPT-S
Kristin is an experienced therapist who understands the limitations of traditional office-based therapy. Believing in the healing power of nature, Kristin advocates for integrating nature into therapy to help children cope with trauma and mental health struggles.
Peyton Pielsticker
LMSW
Peyton brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her role. She holds a master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Texas and a master’s in Prevention Science from the University of Oklahoma. She has been working with adolescents and adults for the past 5 years within an outpatient setting, focusing on mental health and substance abuse using evidence-based approaches and modalities. As a children and teen therapist, she is passionate about meeting clients where they are and creating a safe, supportive environment where they feel seen, heard, and valued. She focuses on building strong therapeutic relationships that foster trust and emotional growth, allowing young people to work through life’s hardships at their own pace. Her goal is to help children and adolescents develop the tools they need to navigate challenges, build resilience, and feel empowered in their daily lives.