"I’m so happy we found Playful Pathways and Emilee! My child is always so happy to see her and is doing so well! She counts down the days until we get to see Emilee again and I am just so grateful!"

"I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Emilee through our volunteer work with Michigan foster youth and I have always been so impressed by her compassion, warmth, and genuine care for others. She has such a calm and trustworthy presence, and she connects with children and families in a way that makes them feel safe, supported, and truly understood. It’s easy to see why she does such meaningful work through Playful Pathways. She is patient, thoughtful, and deeply invested in helping others. Families who work with her will quickly see how dedicated she is to helping children feel heard, confident, and cared for."

"Emilee is pure joy to be around and fun! She treats your child like her own and cares deeply for their well being and success. I have been friends with Emilee for the better part of a decade and she continues to amaze me in how well she loves and takes care of others. She would be my first call for any concerns I had about my child and I just can’t recommend her enough!"

"The office is gorgeous and well thought out. If I were to trust anyone with my children & their emotional growth…it would be Emilee. I think she was just born to help empower people to life they life they deserve, but especially skilled with children and adolescents. Her patience paired with her ability to incorporate humor and light heartedness in heavy situations helps people feel safe to open up. I couldn’t think of anyone I would recommend more than Emilee."

"As an occupational therapist, I’ve had the pleasure of collaborating with Emilee and she has been an incredible referral source for many of my patients. She is knowledgeable, compassionate, and truly dedicated to helping the children and families she works with. I’ve been able to refer several patients to her and collaborate closely on care, which has greatly enhanced the support we’re able to provide. Emilee has also helped me refine and improve several of my therapeutic approaches, and I’ve seen amazing progress in many of the patients who have worked with her. I’m so thankful to have her as another practitioner in my corner. Her expertise and commitment make a meaningful difference in the lives of the families we serve."

"I cannot say enough wonderful things about this play therapy practice. From the moment you walk in, you can feel that this space was created with intention, warmth, and genuine care for children and families. It doesn’t feel clinical or intimidating; it feels safe, welcoming, and thoughtfully designed for kids to feel comfortable being themselves. Emilee truly understands children. She meets them exactly where they are emotionally and developmentally. You can tell this isn’t just a job — it’s a calling. She has created an environment where kids feel heard, validated, and empowered, even when they don’t yet have the words to express big feelings. What stands out most is how she supports not just the child, but the whole family. Communication is thoughtful, guidance is practical, and everything is done with compassion and professionalism. Parents leave feeling supported instead of judged, which is rare and so important. If you’re a parent who feels unsure, overwhelmed, or just wants extra support for your child, this is a safe and wonderful place to start. I would confidently recommend this practice to any family looking for a nurturing, highly skilled play therapy therapist."

"I have known Emilee for over a decade, and it has been such a gift to watch her grow into the incredible play therapist she is today. I’ve had a front-row seat to her serving and leading in various volunteer roles and now as a professional, and I truly can’t say enough about the way she engages with kids. She has a natural ability to make children feel safe, seen, and understood. As a parent, I have trusted her with my own children and have seen firsthand the positive impact she has made in their lives. At the same time, she offers thoughtful encouragement and steady support to parents and families. Her compassion, patience, and genuine care shine through in everything she does. Any family would be incredibly fortunate to have her walking alongside them."

"We started coming here since October from last year. I love playful pathways so much because it’s a safe place for my child no matter what challenge we were facing. My child has gain so much confidence, is able to express more of the good and bad feelings, we are able to connect with our child more and make parenthood more fun and in a way that I never thought that I was going to be able to, and if we are facing a new challenge Emilee would connect and communicate with us how we can help our child the best! My child truly loves to come here and even though it’s a far drive from us it’s totally worth to see my child so happy and thriving! Also this place is so clean! Has its own private area in the building and parking is very accessible."

"Emilee has poured so much love and care into Playful Pathways. Her warmth, creativity, and expertise shine through in everything she does. Such a wonderful place for children and families!"

"We met Emilee at her former practice during a rough transition time for my son. She was exactly what he needed to help guide and reassure us throughout. She was very knowledgeable about how we could best help him grow into who he is today, and incredibly supportive of what was best for him. She does a great job at being a buddy to kids, she can get down on their level, and was amazing at getting him to explore and label feelings that were challenging. I would recommend Emilee to anyone looking for a child therapist specializing in play. She created a fun annd exciting environment that he looked forward to going to weekly. Prior to this, it was a fight to even get in the car to go to therapy. We would not be where we are today without her help, guidance, and knowledge!"