Child Therapists in 44131
Jennifer J Archable
Counselor, MSCMHC, LPC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Independence, OH 44131
Hi there, I’m Ms. Jen! I love to partner with families like yours to help children who may be struggling with issues commonly associated with ADHD, Autism, Sensory Processing Differences, PANS/PANDAS, mood disorders, and trauma. Parents, caregivers, and siblings are part of the therapeutic team and are supported and educated on how to go from chaos to connection using my playful, integrative approach. Using this approach takes some of the heaviness that can come from counseling away and build a sense of safety and connection within the team.
Hi there, I’m Ms. Jen! I love to partner with families like yours to help children who may be struggling with issues commonly associated with ADHD, Autism, Sensory Processing Differences, PANS/PANDAS, mood disorders, and trauma. Parents, caregivers, and siblings are part of the therapeutic team and are supported and educated on how to go from chaos to connection using my playful, integrative approach. Using this approach takes some of the heaviness that can come from counseling away and build a sense of safety and connection within the team.
Elena Lentz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Independence, OH 44131
My passion is working with children and families with trauma backgrounds.
**Accepting new clients** I am a masters level licensed social worker. I have experience working with a variety of clients. In 2018/2019 I graduated from Cleveland State University and have been working in Cuyahoga County. Since being licensed in 2018, my professional experience began doing Intensive Home-Based Treatment (IHBT) with children and families involved with the Department of Children and Family Services.
My passion is working with children and families with trauma backgrounds.
**Accepting new clients** I am a masters level licensed social worker. I have experience working with a variety of clients. In 2018/2019 I graduated from Cleveland State University and have been working in Cuyahoga County. Since being licensed in 2018, my professional experience began doing Intensive Home-Based Treatment (IHBT) with children and families involved with the Department of Children and Family Services.
Allison Schmoldt
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, ATR
Verified Verified
Independence, OH 44131
She specializes in services for children and adolescents.
Allison Schmoldt is a summa cum laude graduate of Lake Erie College, where she earned her undergraduate degree in psychology, and Ursuline College, where she received her master's degree in art therapy and counseling. She also participated in an honors study abroad program at Oxford University in England. Her 10 years of experience as a counselor includes experiential learning with horses, school-based counseling and art therapy.
She specializes in services for children and adolescents.
Allison Schmoldt is a summa cum laude graduate of Lake Erie College, where she earned her undergraduate degree in psychology, and Ursuline College, where she received her master's degree in art therapy and counseling. She also participated in an honors study abroad program at Oxford University in England. Her 10 years of experience as a counselor includes experiential learning with horses, school-based counseling and art therapy.
Affiliates in Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cleveland, OH 44131
Affiliates in Behavioral Health, LLC is an independent, multi-disciplinary and culturally diverse behavioral health care practice providing evaluation and treatment of emotional, behavioral and psychiatric problems. We firmly believe in providing coordinated care where specially trained therapists and medical doctors work together, within the same office, to help patients feel better as quickly as possible. Our experienced and licensed clinicians provide quality services to children, teens, adults and seniors for a wide variety of problems including relationship and family issues, depression, anxiety, fear, loss/grief, anger, mood swings, eating disorders, chemical dependency, and difficulties in school or at work.
Affiliates in Behavioral Health, LLC is an independent, multi-disciplinary and culturally diverse behavioral health care practice providing evaluation and treatment of emotional, behavioral and psychiatric problems. We firmly believe in providing coordinated care where specially trained therapists and medical doctors work together, within the same office, to help patients feel better as quickly as possible. Our experienced and licensed clinicians provide quality services to children, teens, adults and seniors for a wide variety of problems including relationship and family issues, depression, anxiety, fear, loss/grief, anger, mood swings, eating disorders, chemical dependency, and difficulties in school or at work.
Taylor K. Buss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Independence, OH 44131
Taylor K. Buss is a Licensed Independent Social Worker Supervisor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2016. Taylor understands the loss, trauma, and grief relating to medical care, chronic medical conditions, survivorship, and grief. She specializes working with children and their families experiencing grief or major losses/transitions. Taylor also works with frontline clinicians to process the trauma that comes with working in the helping profession. She has extensive training and experience in pediatric and adult oncology and understands the profound impact a life altering diagnosis has on the family system.
Taylor K. Buss is a Licensed Independent Social Worker Supervisor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2016. Taylor understands the loss, trauma, and grief relating to medical care, chronic medical conditions, survivorship, and grief. She specializes working with children and their families experiencing grief or major losses/transitions. Taylor also works with frontline clinicians to process the trauma that comes with working in the helping profession. She has extensive training and experience in pediatric and adult oncology and understands the profound impact a life altering diagnosis has on the family system.
Lacey Caparanis
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Independence, OH 44131
Lacey Caparanis holds a master's degree in Counselor Education from The Ohio State University and a bachelor's from Marietta College. She has spent her career working mainly with children, adolescents, and families in school-based settings. Lacey has also worked at Kent State University as a career advisor and has experience working with those recovering from alcoholism and addiction in a residential setting. She provides individual sessions and family sessions at Lifestance. She is a LGBTQ+ affirming therapist and serves many clients from this group, as well as herself identifying as a part of the queer community.
Lacey Caparanis holds a master's degree in Counselor Education from The Ohio State University and a bachelor's from Marietta College. She has spent her career working mainly with children, adolescents, and families in school-based settings. Lacey has also worked at Kent State University as a career advisor and has experience working with those recovering from alcoholism and addiction in a residential setting. She provides individual sessions and family sessions at Lifestance. She is a LGBTQ+ affirming therapist and serves many clients from this group, as well as herself identifying as a part of the queer community.
Alicia Hall
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
Cleveland, OH 44131
Alicia Hall has provided clinical counseling services to children, adults and families for more than five years, with more than 12 years of experience working with at-risk youth and adults. Her specialty areas are trauma, mood and anxiety issues. She has presented throughout Ohio on child and adolescent behavioral health issues including mood disorder and autism spectrum disorder. She earned her master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from John Carroll University with a 4. 0 grade point average. She sees children, adolescents and adults in the Brecksville office.
Alicia Hall has provided clinical counseling services to children, adults and families for more than five years, with more than 12 years of experience working with at-risk youth and adults. Her specialty areas are trauma, mood and anxiety issues. She has presented throughout Ohio on child and adolescent behavioral health issues including mood disorder and autism spectrum disorder. She earned her master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from John Carroll University with a 4. 0 grade point average. She sees children, adolescents and adults in the Brecksville office.
Joy Wood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Cleveland, OH 44131
Joy Wood has nearly 15 years experience in mental health care for children, adolescents and adults. She earned her master's degree in social work from Case Western Reserve University and her bachelor's degree in psychology from Kent State University. She served as clinical services director for an adolescent residential treatment center in Cleveland for nearly 10 years, previously serving as a clinical supervisor. She specializes in child and adolescent services, particularly in the treatment of anger management, stress management, depression, and oppositional behaviors, as well as parenting and family therapy.
Joy Wood has nearly 15 years experience in mental health care for children, adolescents and adults. She earned her master's degree in social work from Case Western Reserve University and her bachelor's degree in psychology from Kent State University. She served as clinical services director for an adolescent residential treatment center in Cleveland for nearly 10 years, previously serving as a clinical supervisor. She specializes in child and adolescent services, particularly in the treatment of anger management, stress management, depression, and oppositional behaviors, as well as parenting and family therapy.
Michelle Anderson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Cleveland, OH 44131
Michelle believes in the philosophy and theory surrounding utilizing Play Therapy to process through difficult emotions as well as child trauma.
Michelle E. Anderson is an LPCC-S (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervisory Status) and has been practicing since 2007. Michelle initially graduated with a Bachelors of Arts in Elementary Education from Walsh University and taught Second grade for 10 years prior to returning to college for a Maters of Arts in Community Counseling at The University of Akron. While working on her PhD, Michelle taught Masters level classes at John Carroll University and The University of Akron in issues with sexuality and group counseling theories and practices.
Michelle believes in the philosophy and theory surrounding utilizing Play Therapy to process through difficult emotions as well as child trauma.
Michelle E. Anderson is an LPCC-S (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervisory Status) and has been practicing since 2007. Michelle initially graduated with a Bachelors of Arts in Elementary Education from Walsh University and taught Second grade for 10 years prior to returning to college for a Maters of Arts in Community Counseling at The University of Akron. While working on her PhD, Michelle taught Masters level classes at John Carroll University and The University of Akron in issues with sexuality and group counseling theories and practices.
Mercedes Bryjak
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, IMFT
Verified Verified
Cleveland, OH 44131
Her experience is grounded in extensive relational work with children, adolescents and adults in both in-home and outpatient setting.
Mercedes Bryjak received her bachelor's degree in language arts and psychology from Cleveland State University. She obtained her master degree in community counseling as well as marriage and family therapy from University of Akron. Mercedes is currently pursuing certification in sex therapy. She specializes in utilizing systemic approach in conceptualization and treatment of complex needs of individuals, couples and families.
Her experience is grounded in extensive relational work with children, adolescents and adults in both in-home and outpatient setting.
Mercedes Bryjak received her bachelor's degree in language arts and psychology from Cleveland State University. She obtained her master degree in community counseling as well as marriage and family therapy from University of Akron. Mercedes is currently pursuing certification in sex therapy. She specializes in utilizing systemic approach in conceptualization and treatment of complex needs of individuals, couples and families.
Heather Rogers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Cleveland, OH 44131
Her areas of interest include working with individuals and families experiencing a variety of life adjustment issues, child and adolescent behaviors, parenting, trauma, anxiety and depression.
Heather Rogers is a Licensed Independent Social Worker who earned her master's degree in clinical social work from Case Western Reserve University and her bachelor's degree from West Virginia University. She has previously worked in community mental health care at Catholic Charities providing in home and in school therapy to children, at risk teens and families. Heather has received advanced training in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
Her areas of interest include working with individuals and families experiencing a variety of life adjustment issues, child and adolescent behaviors, parenting, trauma, anxiety and depression.
Heather Rogers is a Licensed Independent Social Worker who earned her master's degree in clinical social work from Case Western Reserve University and her bachelor's degree from West Virginia University. She has previously worked in community mental health care at Catholic Charities providing in home and in school therapy to children, at risk teens and families. Heather has received advanced training in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
Anthony W McWilliams
Licensed Social Worker, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Independence, OH 44131
I have experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adult men and women. Each person carries a ton of pressure from internal and external forces. Why go down that road alone? I am here to be a helper in your journey. The goal is to help you be the person you want to be. My primary focus is mood disorders, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress. Overall, we shall look to assist you in becoming emotionally and mentally sound.
I have experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adult men and women. Each person carries a ton of pressure from internal and external forces. Why go down that road alone? I am here to be a helper in your journey. The goal is to help you be the person you want to be. My primary focus is mood disorders, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress. Overall, we shall look to assist you in becoming emotionally and mentally sound.
Western Reserve Psychological Associates,Inc
PhD
Verified Verified
Independence, OH 44131
Western Reserve Psychological Associates, Inc. is committed to providing the highest quality outpatient psychological services in order to help our clients cope with and find solutions to problems of daily living. Fully licensed and qualified mental health professionals will provide our services in a confidential, supportive and caring environment.
Western Reserve Psychological Associates, Inc. is committed to providing the highest quality outpatient psychological services in order to help our clients cope with and find solutions to problems of daily living. Fully licensed and qualified mental health professionals will provide our services in a confidential, supportive and caring environment.
Jena Iacco
Counselor, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Independence, OH 44131
Jena Iacco is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2018. She has a Master of Education from Kent State University and a Bachelor of Arts, Major in Psychology from Notre Dame College. Jena is comfortably able to orient clients to the counseling process and meet them where they are at in their journey. She enjoys helping clients identify their goals and develop a realistic plan to achieve them. Jena enjoys helping clients realize their full potential by increasing their selfesteem and confidence. Being a client's advocate is her favorite part of being a therapist.
Jena Iacco is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2018. She has a Master of Education from Kent State University and a Bachelor of Arts, Major in Psychology from Notre Dame College. Jena is comfortably able to orient clients to the counseling process and meet them where they are at in their journey. She enjoys helping clients identify their goals and develop a realistic plan to achieve them. Jena enjoys helping clients realize their full potential by increasing their selfesteem and confidence. Being a client's advocate is her favorite part of being a therapist.
Eric L. King Sr.
Counselor, MA, MEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Independence, OH 44131
I help angry, frustrated and struggling young and adult men grappling with life's challenges. Through an empathetic therapeutic relationship, I help them confront societal pressures, family expectations, and personal struggles. By fostering a safe space for exploration, I guide them in rewriting their narratives, embracing vulnerability, and discovering their true selves.
I help angry, frustrated and struggling young and adult men grappling with life's challenges. Through an empathetic therapeutic relationship, I help them confront societal pressures, family expectations, and personal struggles. By fostering a safe space for exploration, I guide them in rewriting their narratives, embracing vulnerability, and discovering their true selves.
Qwentella C Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Independence, OH 44131
Maya Angelou captured the experience of life precisely when she said, "Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better". If you're visiting this site, you're likely hoping to find someone who can help you feel, think and/or do better in some way. When people are managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, difficult relationships, chronic pain, grief or various other challenging life circumstances it can be hard to think, feel or do better.
Maya Angelou captured the experience of life precisely when she said, "Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better". If you're visiting this site, you're likely hoping to find someone who can help you feel, think and/or do better in some way. When people are managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, difficult relationships, chronic pain, grief or various other challenging life circumstances it can be hard to think, feel or do better.
Catherine Kuzmishin Mast
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
Cleveland, OH 44131
Katie Kuzmishin Mast is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Therapy (CT), receiving certification through Cleveland’s Center for Cognitive Therapy in 2022. She generally uses an interdisciplinary approach, however, which includes Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Person-Centered Counseling, and a systems-approach to identifying and solving problems with clients.
Katie Kuzmishin Mast is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Therapy (CT), receiving certification through Cleveland’s Center for Cognitive Therapy in 2022. She generally uses an interdisciplinary approach, however, which includes Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Person-Centered Counseling, and a systems-approach to identifying and solving problems with clients.
Nicole Piatak
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Cleveland, OH 44131
Nicole Piatak is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor specializing in Solution Focused and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with expertise in Attention Deficit Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and family issues. She has supported numerous individuals in navigating life’s complexities, providing them with the tools for fulfillment and meaning. Nicole’s journey into mental health, fueled by a deep-seated desire to positively impact lives, was propelled by her personal journey through a challenging childhood experience, igniting a profound commitment to supporting others.
Nicole Piatak is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor specializing in Solution Focused and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with expertise in Attention Deficit Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and family issues. She has supported numerous individuals in navigating life’s complexities, providing them with the tools for fulfillment and meaning. Nicole’s journey into mental health, fueled by a deep-seated desire to positively impact lives, was propelled by her personal journey through a challenging childhood experience, igniting a profound commitment to supporting others.
Tiel M Wilczynski
Licensed Professional Counselor, ATR, LPCC
Verified Verified
Independence, OH 44131 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
You deserve wellness and healing. It is time to become the person you are meant to be, rather than person you've become based on the way life has treated you. Since 2009 I have worked in the mental health field and provided therapeutic services to individuals, couples, groups, and families. I am invested in empowering others to overcome hardship, foster perseverance, and build resilience. I have made a positive impact on the people I have served. I have assisted children, adolescents, adults, and older adults in learning and practicing the skills necessary for mental health and wellness.
You deserve wellness and healing. It is time to become the person you are meant to be, rather than person you've become based on the way life has treated you. Since 2009 I have worked in the mental health field and provided therapeutic services to individuals, couples, groups, and families. I am invested in empowering others to overcome hardship, foster perseverance, and build resilience. I have made a positive impact on the people I have served. I have assisted children, adolescents, adults, and older adults in learning and practicing the skills necessary for mental health and wellness.
Dana Y. Matthews
Counselor, PhD, LPCC-S, LPSC, NCC
Verified Verified
Independence, OH 44131 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Welcome to Matthews Counseling & Consulting! Thank you for viewing my profile. I strive to provide quality counseling care to adolescents and adults exhibiting diverse mental health issues and school related issues.
Welcome to Matthews Counseling & Consulting! Thank you for viewing my profile. I strive to provide quality counseling care to adolescents and adults exhibiting diverse mental health issues and school related issues.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in 44131 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in 44131 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in 44131 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.