Kira Hartgrove

Kira Hartgrove is an experienced mental health professional specializing in play therapy for children. Currently working as a Play Therapist at Ellie Mental Health since February 2024, Kira has a strong background in addressing the emotional and behavioral concerns of children and adolescents, including anxiety, depression, and ADHD. With over 20 years in the field, Kira served as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist at Chenal Family Therapy from January 2021 to January 2023. Previous experience includes work as a Contract Counselor at Community Partners of Dallas/CPS, where Kira facilitated therapy groups for young victims of sexual abuse, as well as roles in care management and counseling at various organizations. Kira holds a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Texas State University and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from The University of Texas at Austin.