Child Therapists in Phoenix, AZ
Anna H. Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85028
I have a special place in my heart for working with children, teens and their families, and couples.
Hi, I'm Anna! I am passionate about people and relationships. I am licensed in both WA and AZ. As a seasoned LMFT, I have extensive experience working with children, teens, young adults, families, and couples that want support with transitions, affected others of substance use, identity, personal growth, relationships, depression/anxiety, grief/loss, ADHD, Autism, OCD, and school. I work from a neurodiverse affirming practice/lens and work a lot with neurodiverse clients and their families. My clients want a safe place to feel seen, known and understood. They also want practical tools to help them navigate life challenges.
I have a special place in my heart for working with children, teens and their families, and couples.
Hi, I'm Anna! I am passionate about people and relationships. I am licensed in both WA and AZ. As a seasoned LMFT, I have extensive experience working with children, teens, young adults, families, and couples that want support with transitions, affected others of substance use, identity, personal growth, relationships, depression/anxiety, grief/loss, ADHD, Autism, OCD, and school. I work from a neurodiverse affirming practice/lens and work a lot with neurodiverse clients and their families. My clients want a safe place to feel seen, known and understood. They also want practical tools to help them navigate life challenges.
Creative Expression, LLC
Counselor, EdS, MEd, NCC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85020
Is your child experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties? Does your child need help with identifying and expressing thoughts and feelings? Are you looking for services that differ from traditional talk therapy? If your answer is YES, I can help! My unique approach to counseling utilizes play therapy techniques and art activities as avenues of self-exploration, discovery, expression, and growth! I provide a safe, supportive, creative, and non-clinical environment to help your child build trust, gain hope, feel understood, positively connect, identify and express thoughts and emotions, and improve overall well-being!
Is your child experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties? Does your child need help with identifying and expressing thoughts and feelings? Are you looking for services that differ from traditional talk therapy? If your answer is YES, I can help! My unique approach to counseling utilizes play therapy techniques and art activities as avenues of self-exploration, discovery, expression, and growth! I provide a safe, supportive, creative, and non-clinical environment to help your child build trust, gain hope, feel understood, positively connect, identify and express thoughts and emotions, and improve overall well-being!
Raquel Dorame: Bridge Consulting Services Llc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85037
I am a licensed professional counselor who has provided counseling services for the past 12 years. I am highly trained and have extensive experience working with children and adolescents and the specific developmental and behavioral issues that emerge in children because of mental health issues and trauma. I believe in the power of the counseling relationship and I have seen through my client's experiences the hope that healing and change brings into their lives.
I am a licensed professional counselor who has provided counseling services for the past 12 years. I am highly trained and have extensive experience working with children and adolescents and the specific developmental and behavioral issues that emerge in children because of mental health issues and trauma. I believe in the power of the counseling relationship and I have seen through my client's experiences the hope that healing and change brings into their lives.
Tim Nesvig
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85028
It is important to me that I provide a welcoming and safe space so that you or your child feel supported and encouraged when working with me.
Worry and panic can feel debilitating, and intrusive thoughts can steal your joy. You may struggle with social anxiety, panic attacks, or intrusive thoughts involving: contamination, unwanted sexual images, or the fear of harming a loved one. I have dedicated my work to helping kids, teens, and adults break free from unhelpful thought and behavior cycles so they can regain control. My work as a therapist brings me great joy as I see my clients live fulfilling lives amidst everyday uncertainties. As they overcome their fears, they begin to reconnect with their values and what is most important to them.
It is important to me that I provide a welcoming and safe space so that you or your child feel supported and encouraged when working with me.
Worry and panic can feel debilitating, and intrusive thoughts can steal your joy. You may struggle with social anxiety, panic attacks, or intrusive thoughts involving: contamination, unwanted sexual images, or the fear of harming a loved one. I have dedicated my work to helping kids, teens, and adults break free from unhelpful thought and behavior cycles so they can regain control. My work as a therapist brings me great joy as I see my clients live fulfilling lives amidst everyday uncertainties. As they overcome their fears, they begin to reconnect with their values and what is most important to them.
Linda Wiskerchen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85044
I act on the belief that a child is the most precious of all human beings, and the ability to withstand the emotional and social challenges as a teenager, rests upon a caring relationship between parent and child.
My name is Linda Wiskerchen. I am a licensed clinical social worker and registered play therapist supervisor with 20+ years experience and passion working in the mental health field. I specialize in the treatment of families and young children who are struggling at home, in school, and in the community, with individual and family counseling.
I act on the belief that a child is the most precious of all human beings, and the ability to withstand the emotional and social challenges as a teenager, rests upon a caring relationship between parent and child.
My name is Linda Wiskerchen. I am a licensed clinical social worker and registered play therapist supervisor with 20+ years experience and passion working in the mental health field. I specialize in the treatment of families and young children who are struggling at home, in school, and in the community, with individual and family counseling.
Travis Dale Counseling
MAPC, MFT, BCPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85048
Travis has a deep calling on his life to help individuals, couples, and families resolve and learn new ways to cope, overcome and resolve the pain, hurt, conflict, and other issues life has presented them. Being married to his wife Amy for over 24 years and having 3 boys of his own now Travis brings real life knowledge of what works and doesn’t work as a spouse and a parent. Travis also brings over 30 years of experience to counsel and help children, teens, couples, parents and families through a Christian based, non-egoic, creative and collaborative approach to therapy.
Travis has a deep calling on his life to help individuals, couples, and families resolve and learn new ways to cope, overcome and resolve the pain, hurt, conflict, and other issues life has presented them. Being married to his wife Amy for over 24 years and having 3 boys of his own now Travis brings real life knowledge of what works and doesn’t work as a spouse and a parent. Travis also brings over 30 years of experience to counsel and help children, teens, couples, parents and families through a Christian based, non-egoic, creative and collaborative approach to therapy.
Eva Cristina Norheim
Counselor, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85086
It takes time to pick up the pieces. Parts of you may feel broken, paralyzed, and unheard. With intergenerational systems of dysfunction, very few of us grew up with anything approaching healthy relating. As mammals, we can use the natural force towards connection along with regulating our autonomic fitness to return to our joyful and intuitive self. I can help adults and teens create movement in the isolated "stuck places" and integrate unprocessed pain and suffering. I am passionate about serving children who also highly benefit from therapy by communicating their inner world through play.
It takes time to pick up the pieces. Parts of you may feel broken, paralyzed, and unheard. With intergenerational systems of dysfunction, very few of us grew up with anything approaching healthy relating. As mammals, we can use the natural force towards connection along with regulating our autonomic fitness to return to our joyful and intuitive self. I can help adults and teens create movement in the isolated "stuck places" and integrate unprocessed pain and suffering. I am passionate about serving children who also highly benefit from therapy by communicating their inner world through play.
Melanie Stasny
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85014
I come to you with nearly a decade of experience where I have served children, adults and families.
It happened again. Another restless night. Another day trying to put on a happy face. Another day working hard to keep all the worry, negative feelings, stress and exhaustion buried inside. You are overwhelmed and can’t understand how you got here. Life is stressful. Constant worry, anxiousness, sadness, feelings of emptiness, irritability are all ways that our bodies can respond to the stress of life. Painful life experiences have a way of making us feel trapped. Maybe something painful has happened to you or your child recently or in the past and no matter how hard you have tried to work through it, nothing seems to be working.
I come to you with nearly a decade of experience where I have served children, adults and families.
It happened again. Another restless night. Another day trying to put on a happy face. Another day working hard to keep all the worry, negative feelings, stress and exhaustion buried inside. You are overwhelmed and can’t understand how you got here. Life is stressful. Constant worry, anxiousness, sadness, feelings of emptiness, irritability are all ways that our bodies can respond to the stress of life. Painful life experiences have a way of making us feel trapped. Maybe something painful has happened to you or your child recently or in the past and no matter how hard you have tried to work through it, nothing seems to be working.
Tania Lopez-Cepero
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85020
Is your child or teen struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression or substance use? Is your child struggling with any life changes? Are you unsure how to help your child with his/her behavioral issues? My passion is to accompany children and families through their journey in life. For me it is a privilege and honor to be able to help your child or teen through life's difficulties.
Is your child or teen struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression or substance use? Is your child struggling with any life changes? Are you unsure how to help your child with his/her behavioral issues? My passion is to accompany children and families through their journey in life. For me it is a privilege and honor to be able to help your child or teen through life's difficulties.
Kiara Parker
Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85048
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment-Based Therapy, Play-Based Therapy, Parent-Child Relationship Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Hi! I'm Kiara, a Mental Health Counselor at Evolve Counseling. Thank you for considering me to be a part of your or your family's healing journey! I specialize in attachment-based therapy & parent-child therapy, empowering parents to connect with their children and help their children heal from childhood issues. I am equally passionate about supporting adults in healing from childhood trauma, attachment trauma, generational trauma, and strengthening relationships and boundaries. My goal is to provide a space where my client's feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported as they navigate their unique paths toward healing and well-being.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment-Based Therapy, Play-Based Therapy, Parent-Child Relationship Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Hi! I'm Kiara, a Mental Health Counselor at Evolve Counseling. Thank you for considering me to be a part of your or your family's healing journey! I specialize in attachment-based therapy & parent-child therapy, empowering parents to connect with their children and help their children heal from childhood issues. I am equally passionate about supporting adults in healing from childhood trauma, attachment trauma, generational trauma, and strengthening relationships and boundaries. My goal is to provide a space where my client's feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported as they navigate their unique paths toward healing and well-being.
Tonya Whitaker: Bridge Consulting Services Llc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85037
All of the Bridge Consulting counselors assist adults, children and adolescents with developing skills to function at a level that promotes an increase in their emotional, mental and social well-being.
"In life one will face many obstacles and with strategies to address them the barriers can be overcome." Bridge providers offer counseling services that address a variety of issues. The majority of her work has been with children, adolescents, families and couples. They work in collaboration with clients to identify solutions in order to resolve life hurdles such as divorce, depression, anxiety, school issues, peer problems, parenting, parent-child conflict and work stressors.
All of the Bridge Consulting counselors assist adults, children and adolescents with developing skills to function at a level that promotes an increase in their emotional, mental and social well-being.
"In life one will face many obstacles and with strategies to address them the barriers can be overcome." Bridge providers offer counseling services that address a variety of issues. The majority of her work has been with children, adolescents, families and couples. They work in collaboration with clients to identify solutions in order to resolve life hurdles such as divorce, depression, anxiety, school issues, peer problems, parenting, parent-child conflict and work stressors.
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Counselor, MS, LAC, CTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85022
I am a licensed associate counselor with five years of experience in community mental health and private practice working with at-risk youth, families, and individuals. I provide trauma-informed integrative counseling and believe there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to therapy. Many of my clients have experienced one or more traumatic events and struggle to manage the lasting effects on themselves and those around them. I work to come alongside teens, children, individuals, and their families as they navigate life’s many challenges, providing a safe and stable environment for them to share their stories.
I am a licensed associate counselor with five years of experience in community mental health and private practice working with at-risk youth, families, and individuals. I provide trauma-informed integrative counseling and believe there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to therapy. Many of my clients have experienced one or more traumatic events and struggle to manage the lasting effects on themselves and those around them. I work to come alongside teens, children, individuals, and their families as they navigate life’s many challenges, providing a safe and stable environment for them to share their stories.
Phyllis Ann Crawford
Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85012
Specializing in the needs of children, adolescents and adults
I have worked in the counseling field since 1995 and understand that everyone faces difficult times in their lives and feels overwhelmed. I offer the necessary strategies to overcome setbacks and renew your positive attributes.
Counseling can help with:
Depression
Anxiety
Child/Adolescent Concerns
Grief & Loss
Parenting Concerns
Life Stressors
Relationship Issues
Specializing in the needs of children, adolescents and adults
I have worked in the counseling field since 1995 and understand that everyone faces difficult times in their lives and feels overwhelmed. I offer the necessary strategies to overcome setbacks and renew your positive attributes.
Counseling can help with:
Depression
Anxiety
Child/Adolescent Concerns
Grief & Loss
Parenting Concerns
Life Stressors
Relationship Issues
Bianca Reaves
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85034 (Online Only)
I have experience working in private-practice, in-patient psychiatric facilities, substance residential facilities and community based mental health settings. I have a passion for working with people through life transitions of depression, grief, anxiety, trauma, and interpersonal conflict. I have experience working with children, adults and the geriatric population utilizing interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Based Therapy, Motivation Interviewing and Person-Centered modalities to meet clients at their starting point.
I have experience working in private-practice, in-patient psychiatric facilities, substance residential facilities and community based mental health settings. I have a passion for working with people through life transitions of depression, grief, anxiety, trauma, and interpersonal conflict. I have experience working with children, adults and the geriatric population utilizing interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Based Therapy, Motivation Interviewing and Person-Centered modalities to meet clients at their starting point.
Victoria Delgadillo
Counselor, MC, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85003
Our daily lives can make us feel overwhelmed, stressed, frustrated, or that we are simply ‘going through the motions’. Life can be messy and sometimes we need a little extra support to keep going. I try to offer a space through counseling that is warm, comforting, safe, collaborative, and free of judgement. In person or online, together, we can work through goals, feelings, and struggles. I primarily work with children and teens ages 3 and up — as well as adults. I specialize in providing therapy through play, art, and viewing the world through your perspective. I am located in-person in the Central Phoenix area.
Our daily lives can make us feel overwhelmed, stressed, frustrated, or that we are simply ‘going through the motions’. Life can be messy and sometimes we need a little extra support to keep going. I try to offer a space through counseling that is warm, comforting, safe, collaborative, and free of judgement. In person or online, together, we can work through goals, feelings, and struggles. I primarily work with children and teens ages 3 and up — as well as adults. I specialize in providing therapy through play, art, and viewing the world through your perspective. I am located in-person in the Central Phoenix area.
Deborah L Pettitt
Counselor
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85014
I look at the developmental stages that a child missed due to trauma or loss.
The "language of children is play." I use expressive therapies like play,drama,sand,and art to help children process their problems and find answers.
When a child plays out a solution to a problem he/she has the unique ability to actually experience success in the moment.
I have taken extensive training to learn how to help children play out their problems. I am one of a very few Registered Play Therapist Supervisors in the state of Arizona.
I look at the developmental stages that a child missed due to trauma or loss.
The "language of children is play." I use expressive therapies like play,drama,sand,and art to help children process their problems and find answers.
When a child plays out a solution to a problem he/she has the unique ability to actually experience success in the moment.
I have taken extensive training to learn how to help children play out their problems. I am one of a very few Registered Play Therapist Supervisors in the state of Arizona.
Katy Obert
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85013 (Online Only)
I am an independently licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I received my bachelors in Psychology at The University of Arizona, and my masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Arizona State University. I have worked with a wide range of patient populations including children ages 5 - 17, families, adults ages 18 - 74 and couples. I have worked in community behavioral health for over 5 years, and have training in trauma, systems theory, victims of sexual abuse, anxiety and disruptive child behaviors.
I am an independently licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I received my bachelors in Psychology at The University of Arizona, and my masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Arizona State University. I have worked with a wide range of patient populations including children ages 5 - 17, families, adults ages 18 - 74 and couples. I have worked in community behavioral health for over 5 years, and have training in trauma, systems theory, victims of sexual abuse, anxiety and disruptive child behaviors.
Kristin Mervich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85028
I want to help you or your child learn how to face the worries and fears that have left you feeling paralyzed.
Feeling worried much of the time, having panic attacks, and feeling so overwhelmed by your thoughts can be exhausting. My clients often find themselves in this loop of having debilitating thoughts, needing to get rid of them, keeping track of what triggers anxiety so they can avoid it, and yet the worry seems to grow even stronger. And eventually, they are beyond frustrated that these worries seem to be taking over their life. Some thoughts can be about contamination or health, fear of harming others, anxiety related to social situations or morality. Whatever it is, the fears interfere with what's most important to them.
I want to help you or your child learn how to face the worries and fears that have left you feeling paralyzed.
Feeling worried much of the time, having panic attacks, and feeling so overwhelmed by your thoughts can be exhausting. My clients often find themselves in this loop of having debilitating thoughts, needing to get rid of them, keeping track of what triggers anxiety so they can avoid it, and yet the worry seems to grow even stronger. And eventually, they are beyond frustrated that these worries seem to be taking over their life. Some thoughts can be about contamination or health, fear of harming others, anxiety related to social situations or morality. Whatever it is, the fears interfere with what's most important to them.
Heartful Solutions for Families
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85014
Waitlist for new clients
Weekend and afternoon/evening appointments. I offer family and individual therapy for children ages 2 to 12 using child-friendly tools: Play therapy, Sand Tray, Expressive Arts, EMDR, Somatic Therapy. Rhythmic Movement and Mindfulness training. Whether you are seeking help for common childhood concerns, learning, and attention problems, or more traumatic life events, my playful approach will help your child connect emotionally, learn new behaviors, communicate and navigate through times of change.
Weekend and afternoon/evening appointments. I offer family and individual therapy for children ages 2 to 12 using child-friendly tools: Play therapy, Sand Tray, Expressive Arts, EMDR, Somatic Therapy. Rhythmic Movement and Mindfulness training. Whether you are seeking help for common childhood concerns, learning, and attention problems, or more traumatic life events, my playful approach will help your child connect emotionally, learn new behaviors, communicate and navigate through times of change.
Gretchen Snyder
Counselor, MSPC, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016
I am a licensed associate counselor (LAC) and licensed American sign language (ASL) interpreter who moved to Phoenix, AZ from New York, NY. I have experience working with individuals, children, and families as well as groups and couples. I have dedicated myself to excellence in care through trauma-informed integration of treatments including EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, expressive art therapy, play therapy, among other therapeutic modalities.
I am a licensed associate counselor (LAC) and licensed American sign language (ASL) interpreter who moved to Phoenix, AZ from New York, NY. I have experience working with individuals, children, and families as well as groups and couples. I have dedicated myself to excellence in care through trauma-informed integration of treatments including EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, expressive art therapy, play therapy, among other therapeutic modalities.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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.