Therapists for Children in Sacramento, CA
Helping clients navigate anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges with compassion and practical tools - Nelly
I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and positive change. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space where individuals, couples, and families can explore challenges, build on their strengths, and develop practical solutions to improve their quality of life.
I specialize in helping clients manage anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, family conflict, and emotional challenges.
Helping clients navigate anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges with compassion and practical tools - Nelly
I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and positive change. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space where individuals, couples, and families can explore challenges, build on their strengths, and develop practical solutions to improve their quality of life.
I specialize in helping clients manage anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, family conflict, and emotional challenges.
Do you feel exhausted and frustrated that you lack the positive interactions with your child that you deeply desire?
Once you and your family feel understood, I can offer strategies and skills to reduce behaviors causing distress in the family, increase positive interactions, and ultimately help build a more cohesive and harmonious family unit. I will work with your family in your home, community, or the traditional office setting depending on the needs of your family.
Do you feel exhausted and frustrated that you lack the positive interactions with your child that you deeply desire?
Once you and your family feel understood, I can offer strategies and skills to reduce behaviors causing distress in the family, increase positive interactions, and ultimately help build a more cohesive and harmonious family unit. I will work with your family in your home, community, or the traditional office setting depending on the needs of your family.
My practice focuses on children, adolescents, and working and caregiving women navigating the demands of work, family, relationships, and life.
I also support parents and caregivers who are trying to balance work, family, relationships, and their own wellbeing. Because supporting a child often means supporting the people caring for them, I believe in working collaboratively with families to strengthen connection, communication, and understanding.
My practice focuses on children, adolescents, and working and caregiving women navigating the demands of work, family, relationships, and life.
I also support parents and caregivers who are trying to balance work, family, relationships, and their own wellbeing. Because supporting a child often means supporting the people caring for them, I believe in working collaboratively with families to strengthen connection, communication, and understanding.
I am a trained facilitator of Parent Project, a comprehensive parenting class for parents of children ages 11-17.
Who am I? I've been married for 20+ years. My wife and I have a teenage son. I'm personable, friendly and like to laugh. I talk and ask questions. I won't sit silently and wait for you to talk. I won't say, "How does that make you feel?" I've been told that I'm a "normal guy." Who are you? Someone who wants to feel better? Or wants your teenager to talk to someone? Or wants to be happier and more secure in your committed relationship? Let's keep it simple and work together to find solutions. To learn more about me, check out my website: www.rivercitycounseling.com
I am a trained facilitator of Parent Project, a comprehensive parenting class for parents of children ages 11-17.
Who am I? I've been married for 20+ years. My wife and I have a teenage son. I'm personable, friendly and like to laugh. I talk and ask questions. I won't sit silently and wait for you to talk. I won't say, "How does that make you feel?" I've been told that I'm a "normal guy." Who are you? Someone who wants to feel better? Or wants your teenager to talk to someone? Or wants to be happier and more secure in your committed relationship? Let's keep it simple and work together to find solutions. To learn more about me, check out my website: www.rivercitycounseling.com
IFS-Informed Therapist Trauma, Anxiety, & Life Transitions Teens & Adults
Sometimes the hardest part isn't knowing something needs to change-it's taking the first step. If you are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or life transitions, you don't have to face them alone. I believe healing begins when you feel genuinely seen, heard, and accepted. I work with teens and adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem and major life transitions.
IFS-Informed Therapist Trauma, Anxiety, & Life Transitions Teens & Adults
Sometimes the hardest part isn't knowing something needs to change-it's taking the first step. If you are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or life transitions, you don't have to face them alone. I believe healing begins when you feel genuinely seen, heard, and accepted. I work with teens and adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem and major life transitions.
I have personal experience with religious trauma, parenting a child with autism, supporting a child through transitioning, and navigating my own queer identity.
Hello, I am excited to get to know you. I have been working in the mental health field for 14 years- mostly with clients with very serious symptoms who were also experiencing homelessness. I graduated with my master’s degree in 2021, and I have been working as a telehealth therapist ever since. I create a space for clients to talk about all the factors that impact their lives- whether that is finances, sex, politics, race, gender, or economics. I am a sex-positive, anti-racist, feminist, and queer clinician. Therapy should be a combination of unconditional acceptance, along with direct and clear feedback.
I have personal experience with religious trauma, parenting a child with autism, supporting a child through transitioning, and navigating my own queer identity.
Hello, I am excited to get to know you. I have been working in the mental health field for 14 years- mostly with clients with very serious symptoms who were also experiencing homelessness. I graduated with my master’s degree in 2021, and I have been working as a telehealth therapist ever since. I create a space for clients to talk about all the factors that impact their lives- whether that is finances, sex, politics, race, gender, or economics. I am a sex-positive, anti-racist, feminist, and queer clinician. Therapy should be a combination of unconditional acceptance, along with direct and clear feedback.
We welcome clients from all backgrounds who are navigating life’s challenges, seeking personal growth, or looking for support through periods of change. Clients come to us for concerns including anxiety, depression, relationships, grief, trauma, stress, and questions about identity or life direction. Our diverse team provides affirming, individualized care, helping each client feel seen, understood, and supported as they move toward meaningful change. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs.
We welcome clients from all backgrounds who are navigating life’s challenges, seeking personal growth, or looking for support through periods of change. Clients come to us for concerns including anxiety, depression, relationships, grief, trauma, stress, and questions about identity or life direction. Our diverse team provides affirming, individualized care, helping each client feel seen, understood, and supported as they move toward meaningful change. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs.
I have spent the past seven years supporting children and families in developing healthy and positive relationships with one another.
I work individually with children of all ages as well as with their families in order to ensure that the whole family is able to obtain the skills necessary to grow and succeed. I believe that by working collaboratively with parents and caregivers, children are better able to thrive!
I have spent the past seven years supporting children and families in developing healthy and positive relationships with one another.
I work individually with children of all ages as well as with their families in order to ensure that the whole family is able to obtain the skills necessary to grow and succeed. I believe that by working collaboratively with parents and caregivers, children are better able to thrive!
I specialize in counseling adolescents and adults, although I am not limited to that demographic. I also enjoy working with couples. I help clients discover that they have the power within them to overcome obstacles, to express their needs and wants appropriately and make the choice to reach their goals.
I specialize in counseling adolescents and adults, although I am not limited to that demographic. I also enjoy working with couples. I help clients discover that they have the power within them to overcome obstacles, to express their needs and wants appropriately and make the choice to reach their goals.
I am licensed as an MFT in California and Nevada.
I support individuals and families develop new skills to navigate triggers and recover from traumatic experiences. I am also equipped to support folks in learning how to recognize, identify and manage emotional responses to stressful circumstances.
I am licensed as an MFT in California and Nevada.
I support individuals and families develop new skills to navigate triggers and recover from traumatic experiences. I am also equipped to support folks in learning how to recognize, identify and manage emotional responses to stressful circumstances.
Viktor Frankl said "when we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." I care deeply about working collaboratively with clients toward achieving their goals.
Viktor Frankl said "when we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." I care deeply about working collaboratively with clients toward achieving their goals.
I specialize in working with children, teens and adults who experience anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ struggles, trauma, self-esteem issues, and interpersonal conflicts using an integrated, strengths based approach.
I specialize in working with children, teens and adults who are experiencing difficult life transitions, challenges with mood, LGBTQ+ struggles, interpersonal hardships, and trauma. I am passionate about working with marginalized communities and minority populations through a strengths-based approach.
I specialize in working with children, teens and adults who experience anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ struggles, trauma, self-esteem issues, and interpersonal conflicts using an integrated, strengths based approach.
I specialize in working with children, teens and adults who are experiencing difficult life transitions, challenges with mood, LGBTQ+ struggles, interpersonal hardships, and trauma. I am passionate about working with marginalized communities and minority populations through a strengths-based approach.
Whether you are single, married, divorced, contemplating marriage/divorce, experiencing parenting challenges, or considering a career change, I welcome the opportunity to work with you. My goal is to help you identify your strengths and embrace life's challenges as opportunities for growth. I believe in therapy that works by providing clients with information and tools that are unique to their circumstances and needs. I have extensive experience working with clients from a variety of cultural backgrounds and welcome the opportunity to work with Spanish speaking clients.
Whether you are single, married, divorced, contemplating marriage/divorce, experiencing parenting challenges, or considering a career change, I welcome the opportunity to work with you. My goal is to help you identify your strengths and embrace life's challenges as opportunities for growth. I believe in therapy that works by providing clients with information and tools that are unique to their circumstances and needs. I have extensive experience working with clients from a variety of cultural backgrounds and welcome the opportunity to work with Spanish speaking clients.
Hi, I'm Scarlett, and I am really glad you've found your way here. If you've been feeling overwhelmed or stuck in the same patterns, you are not alone. Many of my clients come in feeling anxious, low or burnt out. Together, we'll explore what's underneath it all and build tools to help you feel more confident and in control.
Hi, I'm Scarlett, and I am really glad you've found your way here. If you've been feeling overwhelmed or stuck in the same patterns, you are not alone. Many of my clients come in feeling anxious, low or burnt out. Together, we'll explore what's underneath it all and build tools to help you feel more confident and in control.
Aura is a healthcare group founded and led by clinicians who share the goal of fostering hope for children and families impacted by autism and other developmental disabilities.
Aura promotes a naturalistic, play-based and assent-based approach to ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) treatment. Our team of highly trained professionals is committed to providing evidence-based interventions that support the highest quality of life for those we serve.
Aura is a healthcare group founded and led by clinicians who share the goal of fostering hope for children and families impacted by autism and other developmental disabilities.
Aura promotes a naturalistic, play-based and assent-based approach to ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) treatment. Our team of highly trained professionals is committed to providing evidence-based interventions that support the highest quality of life for those we serve.
My 20 years of extensive experience varies from working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in multiple mental health settings.
I believe that change happens when people are given the support they need to draw on their strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling and happy lives. I provide both counseling and assessment services for children, adolescents, and adults. Feelings of depression and anxiety can often be managed by insight oriented strength based therapy.
My 20 years of extensive experience varies from working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in multiple mental health settings.
I believe that change happens when people are given the support they need to draw on their strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling and happy lives. I provide both counseling and assessment services for children, adolescents, and adults. Feelings of depression and anxiety can often be managed by insight oriented strength based therapy.
I have bi-weekly openings Wednesdays & Thursdays between 11am-1pm and selected Saturdays from 12pm-4pm only for kids ages 8 and up and teens
Adulting is hard sometimes, isn't it? When life is "Life-ing" and gets us feeling frustrated, it can be difficult to see the other side. When my clients face challenges in relationships, anxiety about the future, and not feeling motivated after reaching a new chapter in life, I guide them to see beyond that emotional cloud. My natural ability to connect with people helps my clients discover that silver lining in every situation. I can be the person you trust in understanding the vulnerable pieces of yourself, helping you weave together a story worth telling of healing, self-discovery, and growth.
I have bi-weekly openings Wednesdays & Thursdays between 11am-1pm and selected Saturdays from 12pm-4pm only for kids ages 8 and up and teens
Adulting is hard sometimes, isn't it? When life is "Life-ing" and gets us feeling frustrated, it can be difficult to see the other side. When my clients face challenges in relationships, anxiety about the future, and not feeling motivated after reaching a new chapter in life, I guide them to see beyond that emotional cloud. My natural ability to connect with people helps my clients discover that silver lining in every situation. I can be the person you trust in understanding the vulnerable pieces of yourself, helping you weave together a story worth telling of healing, self-discovery, and growth.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families who may be navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, eating or body image concerns, relationship difficulties, major life transitions, or questions of identity and belonging.
As a doctoral candidate in Clinical Psychology, I offer integrative care tailored to you. I draw from relational, psychodynamic, mindfulness-based, somatic, and trauma-focused therapies. My interests include trauma, eating disorders, body image, EMDR, nervous system regulation, and the connection between emotional and physical well-being.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families who may be navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, eating or body image concerns, relationship difficulties, major life transitions, or questions of identity and belonging.
As a doctoral candidate in Clinical Psychology, I offer integrative care tailored to you. I draw from relational, psychodynamic, mindfulness-based, somatic, and trauma-focused therapies. My interests include trauma, eating disorders, body image, EMDR, nervous system regulation, and the connection between emotional and physical well-being.
If you’re navigating the challenges of a developmental disability along with mental health concerns, you might struggle to understand your emotions, manage stress, or handle behavioral outbursts. You could feel frustrated by difficulty connecting with therapists or overwhelmed by conflicts at school, home, or within yourself. Your caregivers may feel stretched thin, unsure how to get the support you deserve. You want to feel truly seen, understood, and supported so you can better manage daily life, build stronger relationships, and find peace in your unique experience.
If you’re navigating the challenges of a developmental disability along with mental health concerns, you might struggle to understand your emotions, manage stress, or handle behavioral outbursts. You could feel frustrated by difficulty connecting with therapists or overwhelmed by conflicts at school, home, or within yourself. Your caregivers may feel stretched thin, unsure how to get the support you deserve. You want to feel truly seen, understood, and supported so you can better manage daily life, build stronger relationships, and find peace in your unique experience.
(If you are a parent or caregiver struggling in your relationship with a child), these books may provide some support.
I provide a direct, trauma-informed space for individuals and couples seeking practical tools, not just a place to vent. We will target ADHD symptoms, the roots of anxiety, relationship patterns, and stress. My clinical yet straightforward approach which include humor helps you build a life that feels as solid on the inside as it looks to the world.
(If you are a parent or caregiver struggling in your relationship with a child), these books may provide some support.
I provide a direct, trauma-informed space for individuals and couples seeking practical tools, not just a place to vent. We will target ADHD symptoms, the roots of anxiety, relationship patterns, and stress. My clinical yet straightforward approach which include humor helps you build a life that feels as solid on the inside as it looks to the world.
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FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviors change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
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 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.