Child Therapists in Huntington Beach, CA
Mary E Lama
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Waitlist for new clients
I taught parenting classes and child development for over three years using Positive and Active parenting styles.
We are all on our own journey in life, filled with experiences big and small that have shaped our present. At times we all have our own work to do to feel mentally healthy and balanced in our relationship with ourselves and others. Therapy is a courageous and powerful step for your journey, helping you grow and/or heal to reach the goals you desire. By meeting you where you are at emotionally/mentally we work for you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, discover patterns in your life and learn skills for you to reach your goals.
I taught parenting classes and child development for over three years using Positive and Active parenting styles.
We are all on our own journey in life, filled with experiences big and small that have shaped our present. At times we all have our own work to do to feel mentally healthy and balanced in our relationship with ourselves and others. Therapy is a courageous and powerful step for your journey, helping you grow and/or heal to reach the goals you desire. By meeting you where you are at emotionally/mentally we work for you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, discover patterns in your life and learn skills for you to reach your goals.
Dr. James Earhart
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Waitlist for new clients
As a licensed clinical psychologist and nationally certified school psychologist, I have experience working with a wide range of childhood and parenting issues. I have worked in schools, clinics, hospitals, research centers, and have also taught at the graduate-level. My approach involves first deeply understanding the multiple aspects of a person's situation and then using research-based treatments and processing to provide support. I am especially interested in helping boys and young men navigate these complicated times along with helping fathers who are interested strengthen their relationship with their children.
As a licensed clinical psychologist and nationally certified school psychologist, I have experience working with a wide range of childhood and parenting issues. I have worked in schools, clinics, hospitals, research centers, and have also taught at the graduate-level. My approach involves first deeply understanding the multiple aspects of a person's situation and then using research-based treatments and processing to provide support. I am especially interested in helping boys and young men navigate these complicated times along with helping fathers who are interested strengthen their relationship with their children.
Ken Rhea
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Are teens making life challenging? Can't figure out how to co-parent in a divorced family? Too expensive to split up? Are you grandparenting? Does your family rely on you for child/teen supervision? Sorting out roles and responsibilities can be tricky? Are you trying to find meaning, suffering from old wounds.? I offer experience-tested ideas to address each of these and other difficulties that face individuals and families today. There are typical junctions in our lives that strain our relationships.Talking through these times can bring better understanding and a more harmonious way of relating.
Are teens making life challenging? Can't figure out how to co-parent in a divorced family? Too expensive to split up? Are you grandparenting? Does your family rely on you for child/teen supervision? Sorting out roles and responsibilities can be tricky? Are you trying to find meaning, suffering from old wounds.? I offer experience-tested ideas to address each of these and other difficulties that face individuals and families today. There are typical junctions in our lives that strain our relationships.Talking through these times can bring better understanding and a more harmonious way of relating.
Margaret J Medhus
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
**Teletherapy for ALL AZ and CA residents** Office appts in CA. Overwhelmed, scared or deeply hurt? Everyone at times needs guidance to make sense of life choices and improve coping skills. Children, or the child within us, needs to have someone they can trust to make progress forward. Diagnosis and treatment from several theories applied with a multi-technique approach can assist to unlock being stuck emotionally and mentally. Behavior will change reaping rewards of social acceptance and success. Spiritually, we become stronger and in tune. Self esteem can soar. Change is inevitable. Choose your course. Find your real power. Love your child within.
**Teletherapy for ALL AZ and CA residents** Office appts in CA. Overwhelmed, scared or deeply hurt? Everyone at times needs guidance to make sense of life choices and improve coping skills. Children, or the child within us, needs to have someone they can trust to make progress forward. Diagnosis and treatment from several theories applied with a multi-technique approach can assist to unlock being stuck emotionally and mentally. Behavior will change reaping rewards of social acceptance and success. Spiritually, we become stronger and in tune. Self esteem can soar. Change is inevitable. Choose your course. Find your real power. Love your child within.
Alison Englar-Carlson
Counselor, PhD, LEP, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
I have been trained to utilize specialized testing procedures to diagnose and describe the cognitive, behavioral and social/emotional issues of children. I am able to conduct extensive and comprehensive pscyho-educational assessments. I am also licensed to practice Educational Psychology privately in California, and I have had extensive experience in counseling and am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I am available for private counseling and consultation services related to school issues and adjustment difficulties including social, emotional and behavioral concerns. I am also available to guide parents in positive discipline techniques and to help them create more organization and structure for their children.
I have been trained to utilize specialized testing procedures to diagnose and describe the cognitive, behavioral and social/emotional issues of children. I am able to conduct extensive and comprehensive pscyho-educational assessments. I am also licensed to practice Educational Psychology privately in California, and I have had extensive experience in counseling and am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I am available for private counseling and consultation services related to school issues and adjustment difficulties including social, emotional and behavioral concerns. I am also available to guide parents in positive discipline techniques and to help them create more organization and structure for their children.
Courtney Button
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
I love working with a wide range of clients. I have a passion for working with my clients through past traumas using EMDR. I have experience working with all ages. I enjoy working with children, teens and their families. I often utilize play therapy techniques with children.
I love working with a wide range of clients. I have a passion for working with my clients through past traumas using EMDR. I have experience working with all ages. I enjoy working with children, teens and their families. I often utilize play therapy techniques with children.
Earth Haven Therapy Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CAAP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (Online Only)
Our therapists work with individuals, children, adolescents, couples and families to support healing in relationships at home, school, work, and in the community.
Are you looking for a supportive therapist that offers you fresh perspective? Do you feel down and more sensitive than usual? Does your mind buzz with worried thoughts? Our practice therapists want to help you find balance and joy again or for the first time ever. We all experience maladies such as anxiety and depression, stress and fatigue which are signs that a problem can no longer be ignored. Let's take a look at the deeper causes and learn the tools that will help you navigate this time.
Our therapists work with individuals, children, adolescents, couples and families to support healing in relationships at home, school, work, and in the community.
Are you looking for a supportive therapist that offers you fresh perspective? Do you feel down and more sensitive than usual? Does your mind buzz with worried thoughts? Our practice therapists want to help you find balance and joy again or for the first time ever. We all experience maladies such as anxiety and depression, stress and fatigue which are signs that a problem can no longer be ignored. Let's take a look at the deeper causes and learn the tools that will help you navigate this time.
Anna Elizabeth Morley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
My goal is to assist teens and their families establish healthy communication and connection. I offer warmth and empathy, coupled with education, experience, and evidence-based tools. For the past ten years I have help teens improve their self-concept, establish healthy boundaries, improve mood, and work through traumas. Also, my training in family systems theory allows me to understand the important role each family member plays in the well-being of their child. Therefore, I work with parents on providing the support and structure needed to help their teen strive.
My goal is to assist teens and their families establish healthy communication and connection. I offer warmth and empathy, coupled with education, experience, and evidence-based tools. For the past ten years I have help teens improve their self-concept, establish healthy boundaries, improve mood, and work through traumas. Also, my training in family systems theory allows me to understand the important role each family member plays in the well-being of their child. Therefore, I work with parents on providing the support and structure needed to help their teen strive.
Adam Grindlinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
As a parent, there is nothing that you wouldn't do for your child and their success. However, sometimes the day to day stress and demands of everyday life impact our relationships in a negative way. I have over 15 years experience working directly with children, adolescents, and families struggling with a variety of issues.
As a parent, there is nothing that you wouldn't do for your child and their success. However, sometimes the day to day stress and demands of everyday life impact our relationships in a negative way. I have over 15 years experience working directly with children, adolescents, and families struggling with a variety of issues.
Juan R. Valenzuela
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (Online Only)
I am equipped to offer individual counseling for children, teens, young adults, middle age and older adults.
I am a Christian-informed therapist licensed in multiple States (CA, MA, CT, MI, FL, VA, AL, AR, MO, TN, IN, and SC). With a background in clinical social work and a desire to see the building up of the body of Christ, I am passionate about supporting and encouraging my brothers and sisters as they seek to navigate the difficulties of life and develop resilience that can lead to personal healing and spiritual growth. My areas of expertise include managing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, faith formation, identity and purpose, peer relationships, transitional challenges, conflict resolution, forgiveness, etc.
I am equipped to offer individual counseling for children, teens, young adults, middle age and older adults.
I am a Christian-informed therapist licensed in multiple States (CA, MA, CT, MI, FL, VA, AL, AR, MO, TN, IN, and SC). With a background in clinical social work and a desire to see the building up of the body of Christ, I am passionate about supporting and encouraging my brothers and sisters as they seek to navigate the difficulties of life and develop resilience that can lead to personal healing and spiritual growth. My areas of expertise include managing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, faith formation, identity and purpose, peer relationships, transitional challenges, conflict resolution, forgiveness, etc.
Leah Dean
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MA
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
I specialize in parent/child conflicts, teens with overt behaviors, troubled teens, teens struggling with the transition of life, coaching and self-actualization, stress management, gay and lesbian issues, interpersonal relationships, divorce recovery.
I am extremely good at working with teens, MFT interns who are looking to do some interpersonal work while gaining their 3000 hrs., blended families, divorce Recovery, Drug and Alcohol abuse/use, Gay and Lesbian, grief and loss, as well as Parent/Child Conflicts. I enjoy working with the above clients as well as receiving the internal benefits of watching my clients grow. I receive a "natural high" by working with and helping clients find their true selves. I believe the work I do help my clients enrich their personal and relational growth s well as enhance their emotional healing.
I specialize in parent/child conflicts, teens with overt behaviors, troubled teens, teens struggling with the transition of life, coaching and self-actualization, stress management, gay and lesbian issues, interpersonal relationships, divorce recovery.
I am extremely good at working with teens, MFT interns who are looking to do some interpersonal work while gaining their 3000 hrs., blended families, divorce Recovery, Drug and Alcohol abuse/use, Gay and Lesbian, grief and loss, as well as Parent/Child Conflicts. I enjoy working with the above clients as well as receiving the internal benefits of watching my clients grow. I receive a "natural high" by working with and helping clients find their true selves. I believe the work I do help my clients enrich their personal and relational growth s well as enhance their emotional healing.
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Joan David
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
My practice focus: child, adolescent & family, all relationships, anger & stress mgmt.
At Clarity Psychological Services, we believe that everyone is an individual so treatment is designed with that in mind. We also feel that therapy should be meaningful to the client and that the client leaves treatment with the tools that they need in order to have quality and balance in their lives.
My practice focus: child, adolescent & family, all relationships, anger & stress mgmt.
At Clarity Psychological Services, we believe that everyone is an individual so treatment is designed with that in mind. We also feel that therapy should be meaningful to the client and that the client leaves treatment with the tools that they need in order to have quality and balance in their lives.
Social Skills Development Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
I am a licensed Marriage & Family therapist, licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, certified PEERS instructor, and credentialed teacher. I have effectively taught social skills privately and in school settings to children, teens, and young adults with Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Depression, Bipolar, and Schizophrenia for over 20 years. In addition to social skills groups, I can provide one-on-one therapy to children, teens, and young adults experiencing specific concerns. I also provide mentoring/therapy services to parents with child rearing issues and concerns.
I am a licensed Marriage & Family therapist, licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, certified PEERS instructor, and credentialed teacher. I have effectively taught social skills privately and in school settings to children, teens, and young adults with Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Depression, Bipolar, and Schizophrenia for over 20 years. In addition to social skills groups, I can provide one-on-one therapy to children, teens, and young adults experiencing specific concerns. I also provide mentoring/therapy services to parents with child rearing issues and concerns.
Mitra H Elmi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
I've worked with children between the age of 6 to14 for more than twenty years as a therapist and teacher, as well as marital problems.
Being in the helping field is where I belong, and helping others is my priority. I initially began my career as a teacher, and then decided to pursue a deeper role in helping others learn, grow, and become their best self. During the past 8 years of being a clinical therapist, I have worked in both a clinic and school setting. I've worked with a diverse population, including people of all ages, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds. I welcome anyone who is willing to work with me, together, to improve relationships, self, family, and/or overall well-being.
I've worked with children between the age of 6 to14 for more than twenty years as a therapist and teacher, as well as marital problems.
Being in the helping field is where I belong, and helping others is my priority. I initially began my career as a teacher, and then decided to pursue a deeper role in helping others learn, grow, and become their best self. During the past 8 years of being a clinical therapist, I have worked in both a clinic and school setting. I've worked with a diverse population, including people of all ages, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds. I welcome anyone who is willing to work with me, together, to improve relationships, self, family, and/or overall well-being.
Karma Brownlee Limon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
We work with individuals, couples, children/teens and families.
Are you going through tough times and need someone you can trust to talk with? Are you looking for a non-judgmental confidential setting to explore struggles with a caring psychotherapist? You have found the right company. As the president of Waves of Peace Counseling services I have over 20 years experience. Our professional therapists also have many years experience conducting therapy and have seen great results. Together we can explore challenges you are struggling with and can work with you on developing solutions in a practical and empathetic fashion. The goal is to help make these challenges smoother and easier to cope with.
We work with individuals, couples, children/teens and families.
Are you going through tough times and need someone you can trust to talk with? Are you looking for a non-judgmental confidential setting to explore struggles with a caring psychotherapist? You have found the right company. As the president of Waves of Peace Counseling services I have over 20 years experience. Our professional therapists also have many years experience conducting therapy and have seen great results. Together we can explore challenges you are struggling with and can work with you on developing solutions in a practical and empathetic fashion. The goal is to help make these challenges smoother and easier to cope with.
Deeann Peterson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
One of my specialties is working with children and teens.
My goal as a therapist is to help you feel better as quickly as possible. I have years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, marital difficulties, and problems with children/adolescents. Also, I have a strong background in Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Bipolar Disorder, and Borderline Personality Disorder. Please give me a call--I am here to help.
One of my specialties is working with children and teens.
My goal as a therapist is to help you feel better as quickly as possible. I have years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, marital difficulties, and problems with children/adolescents. Also, I have a strong background in Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Bipolar Disorder, and Borderline Personality Disorder. Please give me a call--I am here to help.
Michele M Marks
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
I treat both children and adults, specializing in Adolescent issues, Depression, Anxiety, Dual Diagnosis and Chemical Dependency.
As a solution-focused therapist, 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 of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
I treat both children and adults, specializing in Adolescent issues, Depression, Anxiety, Dual Diagnosis and Chemical Dependency.
As a solution-focused therapist, 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 of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Alexxis Nankervis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or life's twists and turns? Navigating life with a chronic illness or other layers of complexity? You don't have to do it alone! Let's work together to find ways to cope, thrive, and live fully despite these challenges. Whether you're a parent of a child struggling and trying to make sense of it all, or a teen or adult feeling overwhelmed, I'm here for you. Together, we'll untangle those knots, finding new ways to manage emotions, gain focus and control, boost self-esteem, and build healthier relationships.
Feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or life's twists and turns? Navigating life with a chronic illness or other layers of complexity? You don't have to do it alone! Let's work together to find ways to cope, thrive, and live fully despite these challenges. Whether you're a parent of a child struggling and trying to make sense of it all, or a teen or adult feeling overwhelmed, I'm here for you. Together, we'll untangle those knots, finding new ways to manage emotions, gain focus and control, boost self-esteem, and build healthier relationships.
Ariana Sterrett
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Waitlist for new clients
A pleasure to have you here! I'm Ariana an Associate Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist. In therapy, I use an integrated mindful approach tailored to each of my client’s unique spectrum of needs. Together we will examine the interplay of history, thoughts, behaviors, and emotions currently manifesting for you. I have 5 years of experience working with: children, adolescents, emotional dysregulation, behavioral issues, family systems, new parents, and Neurodivergent populations (Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Down's Syndrome, and Dyslexia).
A pleasure to have you here! I'm Ariana an Associate Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist. In therapy, I use an integrated mindful approach tailored to each of my client’s unique spectrum of needs. Together we will examine the interplay of history, thoughts, behaviors, and emotions currently manifesting for you. I have 5 years of experience working with: children, adolescents, emotional dysregulation, behavioral issues, family systems, new parents, and Neurodivergent populations (Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Down's Syndrome, and Dyslexia).
Sheila Lynn Hansen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
I specialize in helping children and families work through their struggles in a unique and different way… by utilizing a child-centered play therapy approach to process and communicate their internal worlds.
My name is Sheila Hansen, and I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#115782) and, Registered Play Therapist (#T4545), here in Orange County, California. I provide specialized therapeutic services to children, families, and individuals to help them work through relationship issues and struggles, and get back on track for a happy life.
I specialize in helping children and families work through their struggles in a unique and different way… by utilizing a child-centered play therapy approach to process and communicate their internal worlds.
My name is Sheila Hansen, and I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#115782) and, Registered Play Therapist (#T4545), here in Orange County, California. I provide specialized therapeutic services to children, families, and individuals to help them work through relationship issues and struggles, and get back on track for a happy life.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Huntington Beach, CA 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 Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach 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.