Child Therapists in St John's, NL
I have experience providing individual counselling to children, youth, and families.
Much of my work with younger clients is play-based through play therapy, sand-tray therapy and narrative therapy. With adolescents and adults I use a variety of approaches depending on the client and the reason for counselling. Some approaches I use include ACT, DBT, CBT, SFT, psychoeducation and psychotherapy.
I have experience providing individual counselling to children, youth, and families.
Much of my work with younger clients is play-based through play therapy, sand-tray therapy and narrative therapy. With adolescents and adults I use a variety of approaches depending on the client and the reason for counselling. Some approaches I use include ACT, DBT, CBT, SFT, psychoeducation and psychotherapy.
As a Child Therapist, I appreciate the resiliency within each child, teen, and young adult I work with.
Therapy does not always need to be talk therapy - so much can be learned through the therapeutic use of play! With a client-centered approach, I work with clients to provide a safe space to explore challenges and match coping strategies to the style of the client. Not every strategy works for every person, and that's okay... we'll find what's best for them.
As a Child Therapist, I appreciate the resiliency within each child, teen, and young adult I work with.
Therapy does not always need to be talk therapy - so much can be learned through the therapeutic use of play! With a client-centered approach, I work with clients to provide a safe space to explore challenges and match coping strategies to the style of the client. Not every strategy works for every person, and that's okay... we'll find what's best for them.
Some of these include but are not limited to children/youth, perinatal mental health, DBT, addictions, couples therapy, complex trauma, and ADHD.
Using client-centered and neuro-affirming approaches, I believe mental health care should be personalized to each client and I strive to offer accessible services. I tailor each client's therapy treatment plans to their unique needs and use a variety of therapeutic techniques within sessions to ensure best possible outcomes for the client.
Some of these include but are not limited to children/youth, perinatal mental health, DBT, addictions, couples therapy, complex trauma, and ADHD.
Using client-centered and neuro-affirming approaches, I believe mental health care should be personalized to each client and I strive to offer accessible services. I tailor each client's therapy treatment plans to their unique needs and use a variety of therapeutic techniques within sessions to ensure best possible outcomes for the client.
Nicole uses a holistic, person-centred and empathetic approach to provide therapy to children, young people, and their families.
She engages folks from a lens of empowerment, collaboration, and resilience. She is focused on providing therapy to help children, adolescents, and families in areas specific to: stress, anxiety, depression, self-harm, divorce/separation, behavioural difficulties, LGBTQ2S+, interpersonal relationships, life transitions, traumatic experiences, and more.
Nicole uses a holistic, person-centred and empathetic approach to provide therapy to children, young people, and their families.
She engages folks from a lens of empowerment, collaboration, and resilience. She is focused on providing therapy to help children, adolescents, and families in areas specific to: stress, anxiety, depression, self-harm, divorce/separation, behavioural difficulties, LGBTQ2S+, interpersonal relationships, life transitions, traumatic experiences, and more.
Crystal Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
St John's, NL A1A
As a social worker for nearly 15 years, I have had the privilege to work alongside children, adolescents and their families in both government and community settings.
Since all individuals are unique, interventions used in session are client and family centered. When working with adolescents and adults, I incorporate a variety of therapeutic strategies including CBT, DBT, ACT and solution focused therapy. In my work with children, I often utilize play based approaches, alongside other interventions.
As a social worker for nearly 15 years, I have had the privilege to work alongside children, adolescents and their families in both government and community settings.
Since all individuals are unique, interventions used in session are client and family centered. When working with adolescents and adults, I incorporate a variety of therapeutic strategies including CBT, DBT, ACT and solution focused therapy. In my work with children, I often utilize play based approaches, alongside other interventions.
Challaina has extensive experience working with children and their families, both within the education system and the public health domain.
She has completed additional training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and the neurobiology of trauma. Challaina has also completed training in the Gottman Method of Couples Counselling. Challaina has a special interest in sexuality and gender and is committed to providing a safe space where individuals can discuss their concerns.
Challaina has extensive experience working with children and their families, both within the education system and the public health domain.
She has completed additional training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and the neurobiology of trauma. Challaina has also completed training in the Gottman Method of Couples Counselling. Challaina has a special interest in sexuality and gender and is committed to providing a safe space where individuals can discuss their concerns.
I am passionate about supporting children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and ADHD.
I provide post-secondary students with academic strategy sessions and have an in-depth knowledge of the education system, creating individualized educational plans, delivering accommodations and developing alternative courses for students with diagnosed exceptionalities. I work from a client centered approach to support and heal individuals and families.
I am passionate about supporting children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and ADHD.
I provide post-secondary students with academic strategy sessions and have an in-depth knowledge of the education system, creating individualized educational plans, delivering accommodations and developing alternative courses for students with diagnosed exceptionalities. I work from a client centered approach to support and heal individuals and families.
My practice includes individual, couples, and family therapy with a noted passion for working with children through play.
My areas of specialization include anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship issues, grief and child abuse, attachment, and adoption, among others. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Play Therapy.
My practice includes individual, couples, and family therapy with a noted passion for working with children through play.
My areas of specialization include anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship issues, grief and child abuse, attachment, and adoption, among others. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Play Therapy.
Are you worried about your child's mental health?
15+ years experience working with children, adolescents, and families in various capacities. My approach is collaborative, utilizing strength based, trauma-informed, and client-centered approaches to help individuals struggling with a variety of concerns.
Are you worried about your child's mental health?
15+ years experience working with children, adolescents, and families in various capacities. My approach is collaborative, utilizing strength based, trauma-informed, and client-centered approaches to help individuals struggling with a variety of concerns.
I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space for you or your child so that you feel welcome and supported.
My experience and extensive post-graduate training make me best suited to work with those who are seeking support for trauma, anxiety/anxiety disorders, perinatal mental health - pregnancy & postpartum, OCD, grief and loss, stress, emotional regulation, parenting, and trichotillomania & skin picking.
I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space for you or your child so that you feel welcome and supported.
My experience and extensive post-graduate training make me best suited to work with those who are seeking support for trauma, anxiety/anxiety disorders, perinatal mental health - pregnancy & postpartum, OCD, grief and loss, stress, emotional regulation, parenting, and trichotillomania & skin picking.
I work with adults, teens, and children aged 8+.
I have experience supporting individuals with challenges such as anxiety, depression, identity work, stress, grief and loss, IPV/DV, emotional regulation, life changes and self-esteem. Through a holistic approach, I incorporate modalities such as CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Narrative therapy as well as draw on mindfulness and play therapy techniques.
I work with adults, teens, and children aged 8+.
I have experience supporting individuals with challenges such as anxiety, depression, identity work, stress, grief and loss, IPV/DV, emotional regulation, life changes and self-esteem. Through a holistic approach, I incorporate modalities such as CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Narrative therapy as well as draw on mindfulness and play therapy techniques.
Meet Our Child Counsellors
We support children, teens, adults and couples.
Therapy is unique to you and is based on your priorities. In session, I invite you to relax on my couch (or my giant bean bag chairs!), share a cup of coffee and talk about what has been on your mind. We will explore your thoughts and feelings around these issues as I integrate a variety of therapeutic approaches based on you or your child’s individual needs
We support children, teens, adults and couples.
Therapy is unique to you and is based on your priorities. In session, I invite you to relax on my couch (or my giant bean bag chairs!), share a cup of coffee and talk about what has been on your mind. We will explore your thoughts and feelings around these issues as I integrate a variety of therapeutic approaches based on you or your child’s individual needs
As a mother of three young children (including twins!)
I offer an authentic, non-judgmental, relational approach to therapy, and prioritize openness and collaboration in the therapeutic relationship. Acknowledging and appreciating the uniqueness of individual circumstances, I employ an individual approach to practice. I am a trauma informed, and strengths focused clinician, working from an anti-oppressive framework, who believes an effective therapeutic relationship is one of the greatest vehicles for change. Each individual is the expert of their own life, and therefore sessions are client focused and client paced.
As a mother of three young children (including twins!)
I offer an authentic, non-judgmental, relational approach to therapy, and prioritize openness and collaboration in the therapeutic relationship. Acknowledging and appreciating the uniqueness of individual circumstances, I employ an individual approach to practice. I am a trauma informed, and strengths focused clinician, working from an anti-oppressive framework, who believes an effective therapeutic relationship is one of the greatest vehicles for change. Each individual is the expert of their own life, and therefore sessions are client focused and client paced.
I will be working with clients of all ages and offering services to children, adolescents, and adults.
My services are reimbursed by most insurance companies, so please check with your own service providers to identify what compensation you are eligible to receive for counselling services.
I will be working with clients of all ages and offering services to children, adolescents, and adults.
My services are reimbursed by most insurance companies, so please check with your own service providers to identify what compensation you are eligible to receive for counselling services.
Change Creates Change Eating Disorder Care
Registered Psychotherapist, RD, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
St John's, NL A1A
Change Creates Change Eating Disorder Care is a multi-disciplinary health care team that helps children, youth & adults recover from an eating disorder, while supporting the family unit every step of the way.
Direct billing to insurance available. Our Eating Disorder Care Providers are Registered Psychotherapists, Registered Counselling Therapists and Registered Dietitians. We collaborate with your family physician, pediatrician, psychiatrist and/or anyone else that is a part of your treatment team to ensure continuity of care.
Change Creates Change Eating Disorder Care is a multi-disciplinary health care team that helps children, youth & adults recover from an eating disorder, while supporting the family unit every step of the way.
Direct billing to insurance available. Our Eating Disorder Care Providers are Registered Psychotherapists, Registered Counselling Therapists and Registered Dietitians. We collaborate with your family physician, pediatrician, psychiatrist and/or anyone else that is a part of your treatment team to ensure continuity of care.
We are currently accepting referrals for: Speech and Language Pathology, Psychological Assessment and Diagnosis (ADHD, SLD, IDD, Behavioural), individual counselling ( child, teen, adults), couples and family counselling, and group therapy.
A specialized and multidisciplinary team of Registered Psychologists, Counsellors, Social Workers, Speech Language Pathologists (SLP), and Occupational Therapists (OT). We are dedicated to lifelong learning and bring innovative services to our community. We focus on providing individualized services to you and your family in a trauma-informed, neuro-affirming, and accepting environment. We value genuine and authentic therapeutic relationships and prioritize your comfort and experience. We provide best practice standard of care in Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) toddler to adult, ADHD, IDD, and SLD.
We are currently accepting referrals for: Speech and Language Pathology, Psychological Assessment and Diagnosis (ADHD, SLD, IDD, Behavioural), individual counselling ( child, teen, adults), couples and family counselling, and group therapy.
A specialized and multidisciplinary team of Registered Psychologists, Counsellors, Social Workers, Speech Language Pathologists (SLP), and Occupational Therapists (OT). We are dedicated to lifelong learning and bring innovative services to our community. We focus on providing individualized services to you and your family in a trauma-informed, neuro-affirming, and accepting environment. We value genuine and authentic therapeutic relationships and prioritize your comfort and experience. We provide best practice standard of care in Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) toddler to adult, ADHD, IDD, and SLD.
Jessica Cole
Counsellor, BA, MEd, MPEd, CCC, ND
Verified Verified
St John's, NL A1A
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience working with children and their families and offer counselling services to children, teens, parents/caregivers, and adults.
Hello.. and Welcome! Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming and full of uncertainty, and here you are taking some initial steps. Life is full of twists, turns, and other challenges, and you do not have to face them alone.
I have extensive experience working with children and their families and offer counselling services to children, teens, parents/caregivers, and adults.
Hello.. and Welcome! Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming and full of uncertainty, and here you are taking some initial steps. Life is full of twists, turns, and other challenges, and you do not have to face them alone.
My extensive post-graduate training makes me best suited to support adults, children, and families who have past or current experiences with anxiety, depression, relational challenges, folks in the perinatal period and attachment and parenting concerns.
I know that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming and i'm so glad that you're here. As a therapist, I value creating a warm and accepting therapeutic environment and prioritize building an authentic connection with my clients. I believe wholeheartedly in each persons inherent strengths and resiliency and support folks to acknowledge patterns that are holding them back in life. In our work together we will focus on developing new resources, processing unhealed trauma or distress and developing a deeper understanding of self, allowing you to live a more full life.
My extensive post-graduate training makes me best suited to support adults, children, and families who have past or current experiences with anxiety, depression, relational challenges, folks in the perinatal period and attachment and parenting concerns.
I know that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming and i'm so glad that you're here. As a therapist, I value creating a warm and accepting therapeutic environment and prioritize building an authentic connection with my clients. I believe wholeheartedly in each persons inherent strengths and resiliency and support folks to acknowledge patterns that are holding them back in life. In our work together we will focus on developing new resources, processing unhealed trauma or distress and developing a deeper understanding of self, allowing you to live a more full life.
I completed a certificate in trauma and addiction treatment, and am an EMDR Child and Attachment Specialist and EMDR Sand-tray Specialist.
I have over 25 years experience working with children and families in health, social services, education and community settings. As a counsellor, I have specialized training in play therapy, grief and loss, anxiety, trauma and addictions. I enjoy working with people. I tailor my approach to counselling to meet individual needs of clients and families.
I completed a certificate in trauma and addiction treatment, and am an EMDR Child and Attachment Specialist and EMDR Sand-tray Specialist.
I have over 25 years experience working with children and families in health, social services, education and community settings. As a counsellor, I have specialized training in play therapy, grief and loss, anxiety, trauma and addictions. I enjoy working with people. I tailor my approach to counselling to meet individual needs of clients and families.
Tryphena Gabriel (Psychotherapy For You Newfounland)
Counsellor, CCPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have worked with children and adolescents with behaviour, emotional and intellectual difficulties in and out of the school setting for over 21 years.
mental health concerns. In this ever changing world, it can be difficult to ask for help or accept help. I am here to work with you to develop a plan that works for you and helps you live a full, rich, meaningful life. I invite you to my safe space to share and grow together on your journey to mental wellness.
I have worked with children and adolescents with behaviour, emotional and intellectual difficulties in and out of the school setting for over 21 years.
mental health concerns. In this ever changing world, it can be difficult to ask for help or accept help. I am here to work with you to develop a plan that works for you and helps you live a full, rich, meaningful life. I invite you to my safe space to share and grow together on your journey to mental wellness.
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Child psychologists in St John's, NL provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in St John's build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in St John's build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.