Child Therapists in Chula Vista, CA
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Juntos Therapy and Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My specialities include, Depression, anxiety, Trauma, PTSD, sexual abuse, sexual abuse in
children
, Domestic Violence,IPV, and intergenerational healing.
Hi! I am glad you are here. I am a therapist that is dedicated to reaching those that want someone with knowledge about culture and working with minorities. I am excited to embark on this journey alongside you and cheering on you to reach your goals. I work with adults, teens and
children
and have a life purpose to help our communities heal. Los servicios pueden ser en Ingles, Spanglish o Espanol

Glen F Pastores
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have over 20 years of experience working with
children
, adolescents, and families dealing with a wide range of behavioral and emotional issues.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations, we can work together to better understand and resolve the challenges to them. My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges.I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client.
Not accepting new clients

Agustin Valadez, LMFT, @ A Safe Calm Space
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have over a decade of experience working with families, youth and
children
in an outpatient setting helping them with varied challenges such as: depression, anxiety, trauma, co-parenting, and behavioral challenges.
I am grateful for the ability to share my passion for helping others as they navigate the difficulties that life can bring. I am not a stranger to challenging times and in the same way that I have learned to work through these difficulties, I want to help you do the same in your own way. Whether you are in a transition, a challenging relationship, feeling depressed, or just needing to talk to someone to get clarity in your life; I am here to help. As a bicultural and bilingual therapist I am able to provide culturally relevant services in Spanish as well.

Harriet Esquivel @ Grow Through Life Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Are you noticing changes in your
child
or teen? Are they battling with anxiety or depression? If so, I am here to support you and your family. I aim to help
children
and teens to overcome obstacles and support them in their journey towards personal growth. Art is a bridge that can help people communicate when words have failed. It can be a reflection of whom they are and whom they strive to be. I look forward to meeting you and assist you in reaching your goals. I am trained in Art Therapy, Trauma-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy and Mindfulness.

Momilana Aikens
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Children
experience a lot of social and emotional changes as they matriculate through the developmental stages.
Hi There! Thanks for visiting my profile. I don't need to tell you that I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist because I am sure you have already read that in the heading of my profile. What that heading doesn't say is that I am a wife and a mom and I completely understand the rewards and challenges we face daily in both those roles. While I do work with various populations, it is my role as a wife and a mom that have lead me to specialize in working with
children
and families in various capacities. .
Waitlist for new clients

Claudia Jessica Peralta
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, Marriag, Family, Terapis
Verified
Verified
As a mother of a special
child
and having worked with different population, I have learn to see life from both sides.
I work towards building a safe environment for my clients where we can find a solution or way to improve their lives.

Diega Molina
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
14 Endorsed
Verified
14 Endorsed
Is your
child
struggling at home, school, or friendships? Does anxiety, anger, tantrums, or sadness seem to disable them? Whether it is huge outbursts of emotions, being overly quiet or shut down, I equip kids & parents to overcome hurdles & live with more confidence. A
child
's behavior is their way of communicating with you. Together we can work on understanding what your
child
is "saying". Getting help for your
child
shows how much you care for them! I'm a bilingual psychotherapist (English-Spanish) with over a decade of experience working with
children
, teens, & families.

Rafael M. Reyes
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Dr. Reyes has years of experience in the field of psychology and has had extensive training in the treatment of
child
and adolescent issues. His practice currently focuses on helping
children
and families overcome issues related to behavior problems, depression, anxiety and anger. He also sees adults for the treatment of depression and anxiety. Dr. Reyes has practiced in San Diego for the past ten years and is also affiliated with Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital. He speaks fluent Spanish and can provide all services in both English and Spanish.

Michelle Van Aken
Counselor, LMHC, LPCC
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with making sense of a past trauma or current painful experience or event? Are you the parent of an adolescent or
child
who has experienced trauma? Do you have anxiety or depression symptoms? Would you like a safe place to process your feelings and to learn to recover from painful life events or support to help your family or
child
/
children
overcome stress, anxiety, trauma? Is there a phase of life you need help navigating or a burden that is difficult to carry?

Georgina Anaya
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
YES, I Am Currently Accepting New Clients - Life does not come with a manual of "what to do when" you are seeing your
child
struggle with school, relationships, anger, depression, anxiety, OCD, or behaviors that are impacting their safety and wellbeing. The feeling of powerlessness that what you are trying isn't helping and your
child
is not getting better can be very overwhelming.

New Vision Counseling Center
Psychologist, MACP, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Services offered include individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy and therapy with
children
and adolescents.
New Vision Counseling Center is a nonprofit organization offering low fee therapy to those who cannot afford traditional therapy costs. The prelicensed therapists are under the direct supervision and guidance of experienced therapists.
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Michelle Park
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi! My name is Michelle and I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist. I am currently accepting new referrals. I have over 10 years experience working with
children
, parents and families. I specialize in relationships between
children
and parents, biracial parenting, multi-racial
children
and I enjoy helping family systems navigate daily struggles of living at home during the pandemic. You can read more about me at www.counselingsdc.com I would love to connect mpark@counselingsdc.com

Lisa Dines
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
Verified
I have 20 plus years of experience helping individuals, couples and families with diverse, compelling and complex problems. I have testified as an expert witness for
child
custody cases. Offering remote teletherapy with flexible hours to accommodate your schedule. I love helping
children
and teens as well as adults of all ages. Low rates for helping those without insurance or those who choose not to involved insurance companies. I will make home visits in the Fresno/Clovis/East Fresno County areas if convenient and needed such as in person play therapy with
children
. Understanding of reasons for anxiety, depression and moods.

Gladys Gonzales
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I specialize in providing personalized treatment plans for families with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, parent-
child
conflict, marital relationships and working with blended families.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am Bilingual in English and Spanish. I earned my Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology in 2002. I have worked in various settings for over 25 years, working with
Children
and Families. I have worked in a crisis house providing crisis interventions to families on an outpatient basis. I have experience working with school counselors and psychologist to help students.

Lizeth V Ma
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified
Verified
I am a passionate clinical therapist who loves working with
children
, women, couples and families going through challenging times. Are you and your your
child
having trouble communicating? Are you and your spouse having trouble communicating? Do you see them going through a hard time, long to help but don't know how? Do you suffer from Bipolar Disorder? I am here for you. Do you feel undone by anxiety or depression and don't know how to "shake it off"? Please call today, My number one goal is to help in the most comfortable and holistic approach possible. It's OK, not to be OK. Together we can get there, one step at a time.

Emma T Phan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
If you have ever felt overwhelmed, frustrated, lost, or that no one understands, you are not alone. We all have issues and need some form of tune-up every now and then. No problems are too large or too small to seek therapy. I work with
children
, teens, adults with various concerns including depression, adjustment issues, bereavement, anxiety, substance abuse, spiritual issues, major axis 1 disorders, and personality disorders. I specialize in working with Asians, Asian Americans, and Pacific Islanders but also work with all populations. My therapy is individualized and tailored to the person and the presenting issue.

Paul Davila
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Hi, I'm Paul Davila. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I utilize a client-centered approach and have experience working with clients with mood disorders, as well as substance abuse disorders. I have years of experience working with clients in a psychiatric hospital setting as well as substance abuse outpatient treatment facility. I have worked with
children
, teens, and adults. I have worked with individuals who are experiencing depression, anxiety, adjusting to new environments/life changes, and those working on their sobriety.

Rachael Fitz @ Grow Through Life Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you concerned about your
child
or teen? I have worked with
children
in the mental health field for several years in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I utilize a person-centered approach when working with
children
in order to meet them developmentally where they are at. I am passionate about working with youth and their parents to help families thrive. I have several areas of clinical interest including depression, anxiety, ADHD, and reactions to traumatic stress.

Paula Zamudio
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My work ethic and devotion to mental health enables me to provide a nurturing environment for clients to self-explore. My goal is to do excellent work and demonstrate great sensitivity in working with culturally diverse clients, as well as, with a broad range of mental health populations. My therapeutic experience includes individuals, couples, families,
children
, and groups. My pursuit of personal and vocational goals always has at its center, an appreciation for family, community, clients, and colleagues.

Marc J Davidoff
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I'm a bilingual and bicultural psychotherapist and psychologist. I work with
children
, teens, adults , couples and families. I believe that the human being is capable to change if he has the adequate tools. These tools can be found in therapy and other healthy environments. Soy un psicoterapeuta y psicologo bilingue y bicultural. Trabajo con ninios , adolescentes, adultos, parejas y familias. Creo que el ser humano es capaz de cambiar si tiene las herramientas adecuadas que puede encontrar a traves de la terapia y otros medios.
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Child Therapists
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How long are sessions with child therapists?
Children’s therapy sessions can last 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes. The length of the session may depend on your child’s age and the type of therapy practiced. You can discuss this with therapists you consult and the one you ultimately move forward with.
How do I get a child to agree to seek therapy?
The best approach is to have an open-ended conversation with your child about how they’re doing and what they might be struggling with. When you raise therapy, discuss the concept in an age-appropriate way, for example explaining that a therapist’s job is to help kids handle their hard or uncomfortable feelings. Frame therapy positively, as an opportunity to explore and build emotional skills—it’s an important tool in the toolbox to help kids feel their best.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.