Therapists for Toddlers in Hot Springs Village, AR
If you are in a crisis or life storm, and left feeling helpless, hopeless, or disappointed; there is HOPE. No matter what stage of life you are going through, or how scary the feelings and situations can be, brainspotting can help. I have been trained in brainspotting and have seen firsthand the healing it can bring. Our brains our powerful and unique, but often store unfinished business and unprocessed trauma which leaves emotional scars inside or even physical pain. But with this approach, you can leave feeling relieved and hopeful with quick responses.
If you are in a crisis or life storm, and left feeling helpless, hopeless, or disappointed; there is HOPE. No matter what stage of life you are going through, or how scary the feelings and situations can be, brainspotting can help. I have been trained in brainspotting and have seen firsthand the healing it can bring. Our brains our powerful and unique, but often store unfinished business and unprocessed trauma which leaves emotional scars inside or even physical pain. But with this approach, you can leave feeling relieved and hopeful with quick responses.
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The journey of healing can be a daunting path, I strive to provide a safe and authentic environment in which I can walk alongside you as you explore your own story, and through it, find yourself. I graduated from John Brown University in 2018 with a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an emphasis in Play Therapy. I have extensive training in trauma informed care, attachment based interventions, experiential play therapy, child centered play, Adlerian play and has completed level 1 theraplay training.
The journey of healing can be a daunting path, I strive to provide a safe and authentic environment in which I can walk alongside you as you explore your own story, and through it, find yourself. I graduated from John Brown University in 2018 with a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an emphasis in Play Therapy. I have extensive training in trauma informed care, attachment based interventions, experiential play therapy, child centered play, Adlerian play and has completed level 1 theraplay training.
My ideal client may feel emotionally disconnected, unsure how to express what they're going through, or concerned about changes in memory, identity, or role. They may be a veteran, an aging adult, or a caregiver facing loss, stress, or complex trauma. They want clarity, stability, and a sense of emotional direction. They’re ready to better understand themselves and develop tools that actually help, because they’re tired of just “coping” and want a path forward that feels grounded, supported, and real.
My ideal client may feel emotionally disconnected, unsure how to express what they're going through, or concerned about changes in memory, identity, or role. They may be a veteran, an aging adult, or a caregiver facing loss, stress, or complex trauma. They want clarity, stability, and a sense of emotional direction. They’re ready to better understand themselves and develop tools that actually help, because they’re tired of just “coping” and want a path forward that feels grounded, supported, and real.
I am a bilingual Spanish/English therapist EMDR specializing in trauma, PTSD, mood and relationship issues. Hablo Español.
I take an active, authentic approach—clients often describe me as warm, relatable, and safe, yet willing to challenge you in ways that foster real insight and growth.
I am a bilingual Spanish/English therapist EMDR specializing in trauma, PTSD, mood and relationship issues. Hablo Español.
I take an active, authentic approach—clients often describe me as warm, relatable, and safe, yet willing to challenge you in ways that foster real insight and growth.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Hello, I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker in the state of Arkansas. I'm a bilingual counselor fluent in English and Spanish with over a decade of experience. I have worked in a variety of clinical and educational settings. I've had the privilege of serving people of all ages with a wide variety of issues (including veterans and their families). He trabajado con familias hispanas durante más de una década. Hablo el idioma con fluidez. Si desea un defensor que trabaje duro para comprenderlo y ayudarlo a superar sus problemas, ¡llámeme!
Hello, I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker in the state of Arkansas. I'm a bilingual counselor fluent in English and Spanish with over a decade of experience. I have worked in a variety of clinical and educational settings. I've had the privilege of serving people of all ages with a wide variety of issues (including veterans and their families). He trabajado con familias hispanas durante más de una década. Hablo el idioma con fluidez. Si desea un defensor que trabaje duro para comprenderlo y ayudarlo a superar sus problemas, ¡llámeme!
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
My ideal client is someone motivated for change and wants to better understand themselves and their world around them. I worked many years in school-based therapy learning and helping kids and families adapt and adjust to one another. I have always focused on trauma and trauma related issues because it was so needed. Since then I have seen adult and children alike to help foster positive change because trauma is a lifelong challenge. My goal for my clients is to walk away with a better understanding of who you are, what you need, and how to better your life.
My ideal client is someone motivated for change and wants to better understand themselves and their world around them. I worked many years in school-based therapy learning and helping kids and families adapt and adjust to one another. I have always focused on trauma and trauma related issues because it was so needed. Since then I have seen adult and children alike to help foster positive change because trauma is a lifelong challenge. My goal for my clients is to walk away with a better understanding of who you are, what you need, and how to better your life.
To that one soul reading this, I know you're tired. You're fed up. You're so close to breaking, but there's hope and strength within you. You deserve a happier, healthier life, and you can have it. I have years of experience and success helping my clients break out of unhealthy patterns to feel more empowered and strong. I provide empathy, compassion, and offer a supportive, safe, judgement free environment where all are welcome. I am skilled in, and use a variety of evidence based treatment modalities to tailor each client's care individually.
To that one soul reading this, I know you're tired. You're fed up. You're so close to breaking, but there's hope and strength within you. You deserve a happier, healthier life, and you can have it. I have years of experience and success helping my clients break out of unhealthy patterns to feel more empowered and strong. I provide empathy, compassion, and offer a supportive, safe, judgement free environment where all are welcome. I am skilled in, and use a variety of evidence based treatment modalities to tailor each client's care individually.
As a psychologist, I help people change the thoughts, emotions, or behaviors that interfere with their physical and psychological health. As individuals begin to examine their feelings and attitudes and develop more effective patterns of behavior, they begin to feel happier and more content with their lives. Each individual, couple or family is provided with a supportive environment to talk openly about concerns, solve problems and achieve a healthier and happier lifestyle as quickly as possible.
As a psychologist, I help people change the thoughts, emotions, or behaviors that interfere with their physical and psychological health. As individuals begin to examine their feelings and attitudes and develop more effective patterns of behavior, they begin to feel happier and more content with their lives. Each individual, couple or family is provided with a supportive environment to talk openly about concerns, solve problems and achieve a healthier and happier lifestyle as quickly as possible.
I am Licensed Professional Counselor whose professional and personal experiences have lead me down the path to helping clients of all ages with life's daily struggles. I provide individual and family counseling for children, teens, and adults for a wide range of mental health disorders such as, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, PTSD/Trauma, anger management, sexual abuse, self-harm, parenting Skills, grief, and ADHD.
I am Licensed Professional Counselor whose professional and personal experiences have lead me down the path to helping clients of all ages with life's daily struggles. I provide individual and family counseling for children, teens, and adults for a wide range of mental health disorders such as, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, PTSD/Trauma, anger management, sexual abuse, self-harm, parenting Skills, grief, and ADHD.
My heart is for families. Moms, dads, kids, marriages, and relationships. With extensive professional and life experience, you’re talking with someone who has realized that the solutions that work for you and your family don’t have to live up to anyone else’s standards. They just have to work for you. Let’s work together to find real solutions that help you achieve your goals!
My heart is for families. Moms, dads, kids, marriages, and relationships. With extensive professional and life experience, you’re talking with someone who has realized that the solutions that work for you and your family don’t have to live up to anyone else’s standards. They just have to work for you. Let’s work together to find real solutions that help you achieve your goals!
Call to schedule a session today! We offer low-cost options and take most insurances.
Are you Stuck? Maybe your professional life is thriving, but your relationships are not. Or is it the other way around? I welcome your rough edges, embarrassing mistakes, relationship drama, or shameful experiences. I am passionate about helping people get unstuck. Whether it's a relationship issue, a personal hangup, grief and loss, professional burnout, or difficulty overcoming a traumatic experience, together, we will take some significant steps toward you feeling better and toward your life goals.
Call to schedule a session today! We offer low-cost options and take most insurances.
Are you Stuck? Maybe your professional life is thriving, but your relationships are not. Or is it the other way around? I welcome your rough edges, embarrassing mistakes, relationship drama, or shameful experiences. I am passionate about helping people get unstuck. Whether it's a relationship issue, a personal hangup, grief and loss, professional burnout, or difficulty overcoming a traumatic experience, together, we will take some significant steps toward you feeling better and toward your life goals.
Pam Giardina, LCSW, comes with thirty years of experience working with children and families facing stress. She spent twenty-five years as a Child Life Specialist at Arkansas Children's Hospital helping children and families cope with trauma, hospitalization, surgical procedures, and chronic illnesses. Obtaining a masters degree in social work was a way to develop and utilize her extensive experience outside of the acute care environment. She now uses evidenced-based therapies to help children, adults, and families with trauma including sexual abuse, physical abuse, life-changing accidents, and death.
Pam Giardina, LCSW, comes with thirty years of experience working with children and families facing stress. She spent twenty-five years as a Child Life Specialist at Arkansas Children's Hospital helping children and families cope with trauma, hospitalization, surgical procedures, and chronic illnesses. Obtaining a masters degree in social work was a way to develop and utilize her extensive experience outside of the acute care environment. She now uses evidenced-based therapies to help children, adults, and families with trauma including sexual abuse, physical abuse, life-changing accidents, and death.
As a clinical psychologist in central Arkansas for over 20 years, my passion is providing evidence-based cognitive and behavioral therapies to promote real, lasting change. My desire is to help adults, teens, and children develop the skills needed to feel better and live happier lives. I specialize in treating OCD, anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar, trauma and stress disorders as well as ADHD and other child and adolescent behavior problems.
As a clinical psychologist in central Arkansas for over 20 years, my passion is providing evidence-based cognitive and behavioral therapies to promote real, lasting change. My desire is to help adults, teens, and children develop the skills needed to feel better and live happier lives. I specialize in treating OCD, anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar, trauma and stress disorders as well as ADHD and other child and adolescent behavior problems.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just not like yourself lately? Whether you’re navigating a major life shift (hello parenting!), healing from trauma, or just trying to get through the day without falling apart, therapy can be a safe space to catch your breath—and figure things out.
I’m Kamryan (she/her), a Licensed Associate Counselor and EMDR-trained therapist who works with women, young adults, parents, etc. who are juggling way too much while carrying silent pain from the past. My style is warm, real, a little quirky—and totally judgment-free. We’ll laugh sometimes, cry when we need to, and always keep it human.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just not like yourself lately? Whether you’re navigating a major life shift (hello parenting!), healing from trauma, or just trying to get through the day without falling apart, therapy can be a safe space to catch your breath—and figure things out.
I’m Kamryan (she/her), a Licensed Associate Counselor and EMDR-trained therapist who works with women, young adults, parents, etc. who are juggling way too much while carrying silent pain from the past. My style is warm, real, a little quirky—and totally judgment-free. We’ll laugh sometimes, cry when we need to, and always keep it human.
Welcome to our Community Counseling Clinic, where compassionate care meets affordability with sessions priced at only $20. At our clinic, we believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality mental health services without financial barriers. That's why we are proud to ensure that cost is never a deterrent to getting the help you need. Our mission is to provide accessible and effective counseling to support the well-being of our community members.
Welcome to our Community Counseling Clinic, where compassionate care meets affordability with sessions priced at only $20. At our clinic, we believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality mental health services without financial barriers. That's why we are proud to ensure that cost is never a deterrent to getting the help you need. Our mission is to provide accessible and effective counseling to support the well-being of our community members.
Do you feel like your mind never slows down? Anxiety, overthinking, trauma, or OCD can make it difficult to feel present or in control of your life. I help clients understand their patterns, build practical coping skills, and make lasting change so they can feel more grounded and confident. My approach is honest, compassionate, and direct. Therapy should be a place where you feel safe enough to be real, but also challenged enough to grow. You don’t need therapy forever; you need the right tools. When you change your thinking, you change your life.
Do you feel like your mind never slows down? Anxiety, overthinking, trauma, or OCD can make it difficult to feel present or in control of your life. I help clients understand their patterns, build practical coping skills, and make lasting change so they can feel more grounded and confident. My approach is honest, compassionate, and direct. Therapy should be a place where you feel safe enough to be real, but also challenged enough to grow. You don’t need therapy forever; you need the right tools. When you change your thinking, you change your life.
My ideal client faces emotional or behavioral challenges and seeks practical, compassionate support. They need evidence-based guidance and a safe space to express themselves. Their goals are to build resilience, improve relationships, and achieve personal or academic success. They want to thrive, not just cope, because they value well-being and aspire to reach their fullest potential.
My ideal client faces emotional or behavioral challenges and seeks practical, compassionate support. They need evidence-based guidance and a safe space to express themselves. Their goals are to build resilience, improve relationships, and achieve personal or academic success. They want to thrive, not just cope, because they value well-being and aspire to reach their fullest potential.
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I work with children as young as age 3 all the way up to adults-All behavior makes sense in context. If you’re struggling, I want you to know that your reactions, patterns, and unhealthy coping strategies, no matter how frustrating or painful, developed for a reason. Rather than viewing these as failures, I see them as signals of unhealed wounds and unmet needs. Together, we will explore not just the symptoms, but the roots of your struggles, helping you heal in a way that fosters lasting change.
Watch bio video on my website!
I work with children as young as age 3 all the way up to adults-All behavior makes sense in context. If you’re struggling, I want you to know that your reactions, patterns, and unhealthy coping strategies, no matter how frustrating or painful, developed for a reason. Rather than viewing these as failures, I see them as signals of unhealed wounds and unmet needs. Together, we will explore not just the symptoms, but the roots of your struggles, helping you heal in a way that fosters lasting change.
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FAQ - About Therapy for Toddlers and Preschoolers
What are the behavioral signs indicating a toddler might need counseling?
Common behavioral signs that a child may need counseling include high levels of emotional distress or anxiety, learning challenges, interpersonal conflict, anger, or social withdrawal. Any drastic changes in toddler behavior or self-esteem can be indicative that a child may benefit from therapy. Seeing a therapist at the early stages of any behavioral changes can be most impactful on behavior, as well as helpful to caregivers who may receive guidance on what symptoms to look for in their child in the future, even if therapy is not warranted at that time.
Can a two-year-old see a psychologist?
Children and adults of all ages can see psychologists and other forms of mental health professionals, such as counselors, psychiatrists, and social workers. Families seeking therapy for their toddler should just be aware that any guidance they seek should come from a professional who has specific experience working with young children, as well as the specific modalities that are appropriate for young children, such as play therapy.
What is the most effective type of therapy for toddlers and preschoolers?
In general, play therapy is the most effective and common form of therapy for young children. Play therapy helps facilitate behavior change by offering an age-appropriate way for children to express their emotions and develop more effective coping strategies. Toddlers with specific concerns may benefit from more specialized forms of therapy, such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for toddlers in families in which there is significant parent-child relational conflict.
What happens during therapy sessions for toddlers?
What occurs in therapy sessions for toddlers depends on the therapeutic approach being used by the therapist. Most toddler therapists will use some form of play therapy in sessions to encourage toddler engagement. In play therapy sessions, children are encouraged to use toys within the therapy setting to express their emotions; subsequent responses by the therapist and/or family members can help guide toddler behavior and behavior change. Toddler therapy sessions can also involve family therapy or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which can help improve parenting behaviors and reduce strain on families.