Education:
The Oakridge School
Arlington, TX
1995
Baylor University
Waco, TX
1999
The University of North Texas
Denton, TX
2003
Experience:
Girls Inc. A United Way Partner Agency in grant cooperation with Texas Department of Health
WIC Coordinator - 1999-2001
The University of North Texas
Office of Disability Accommodations
Graduate Assistant - 2001
The University of North Texas
Counseling & Human Development Center - Intern - 2002
The University of North Texas
Child & Family Resource Center
Intern - 2002
Irving Family Advocacy Center
Staff Play Therapist
2003
The Gladney Center for Adoption
Caseworker
2004
Irving ISD
School Counselor
2004-2009
Private Practice Owner
LPC/RPT
2007-Present
Credentials:
Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors
Austin, TX
LPC Intern - 2003
LPC - 2007-Present
International Association for Play Therapy
Clovis, CA
Registered Play Therapist - 2007-Present
Registered Play Therapist for Children in Aledo, Texas
Lisa Garrett-Farhat, M.Ed., LPC, RPT, is an experienced, trusted child therapist in Aledo, Texas with 25 years of experience and one of only six Registered Play Therapists in Parker County. She offers play therapy, parent coaching, animal assisted therapy, and teen counseling for families throughout Aledo and surrounding communities.
Lisa Garrett Farhat, M.Ed., LPC, RPT, provides child and family counseling grounded in extensive experience with children, teens, and parents. Her services include play therapy, parent coaching, animal assisted therapy, and teen therapy for families in Aledo, Texas. Parents searching for a play therapist near me consistently look for the same things credentials, longevity, and a genuine connection with children all of which anchor this practice.
Who Is Lisa Garrett-Farhat, M.Ed., LPC, RPT?
Lisa is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Registered Play Therapist (RPT) who has dedicated 25 years to helping children, teens, and families navigate anxiety, big emotions, behavioral challenges, and family transitions. She is one of only six Registered Play Therapists in Parker County, a distinction that reflects advanced, specialized training in play therapy beyond a standard counseling license.
What Makes This Practice an Experienced Child Therapy Provider?
Families in Aledo trust this practice because of:
• 25 years of hands on experience with children, teens, and parents
• Registered Play Therapist (RPT) credential, held by a limited number of clinicians in the region
• A whole family approach that includes parent coaching alongside direct child therapy
• Specialized offerings such as animal assisted therapy for children who connect best through nonverbal, experiential work
• Flexible access through both in-person sessions and secure teletherapy
Play Therapy in Aledo, Texas
Play therapy uses a child's natural language play to help them process emotions, build coping skills, and work through difficult experiences that they may not yet have the words to express. As a Registered Play Therapist, Lisa brings specialized clinical training to this approach, making it a core part of how children heal and grow within this practice.
Parent Coaching and Family Support
Parent coaching sessions help caregivers understand their child's behavior, respond consistently, and reinforce progress made in session, creating lasting change at home rather than isolated improvement in the therapy room.
Teen Counseling and Animal Assisted Therapy
Older children and teens often benefit from a different approach than younger children in play therapy. Teen counseling addresses identity, anxiety, peer relationships, and emotional regulation in a way that respects a teen's growing independence. For children who respond well to nonverbal connection, animal assisted therapy offers another experienced, trusted avenue for building trust and emotional safety in session.
Why Families in Aledo, Texas Choose This Practice
With 25 years of experience and a rare Registered Play Therapist credential in Parker County, this practice offers a level of specialized, trusted care that is difficult to find locally. Families consistently return for the personal attention and clinical depth Lisa brings to every session.
Curious whether this approach is the right fit? Explore Teletherapy options for flexible scheduling, Contact Me with questions, or Book Online to schedule your family's first appointment. You can also visit the Blog for ongoing guidance on child mental health topics.