Child Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Dr. Evangeline Bishop
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90034
Hello and welcome. I specialize in working with individuals on their parenting journey. This includes the perinatal stage addressing perinatal mood and anxiety issues (also described as postpartum depression and/or anxiety), infant-parent bonding, role transitions in individuals and families, and parenting support and coaching. I have expertise in infant and early childhood mental health and child psychology. I am passionate about supporting the well-being of new and growing families by providing individual, couples, and family therapy. My approach to therapy emphasizes connection and promotes self-reflection.
Hello and welcome. I specialize in working with individuals on their parenting journey. This includes the perinatal stage addressing perinatal mood and anxiety issues (also described as postpartum depression and/or anxiety), infant-parent bonding, role transitions in individuals and families, and parenting support and coaching. I have expertise in infant and early childhood mental health and child psychology. I am passionate about supporting the well-being of new and growing families by providing individual, couples, and family therapy. My approach to therapy emphasizes connection and promotes self-reflection.
Hannah Jane Elins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90020
Reaching out to find a therapist for your child may be an overwhelming experience. It means that your child may need some extra support, and that your efforts to find them that support are based in love and maybe some frustration. Perhaps you’ve noticed some concerning changes in your young child’s demeanor, a lack of confidence or increased temper tantrums. Maybe you've observed your teenager slipping into depression or anxiety as they merge into young adulthood. I’m here to support you and your family.
Reaching out to find a therapist for your child may be an overwhelming experience. It means that your child may need some extra support, and that your efforts to find them that support are based in love and maybe some frustration. Perhaps you’ve noticed some concerning changes in your young child’s demeanor, a lack of confidence or increased temper tantrums. Maybe you've observed your teenager slipping into depression or anxiety as they merge into young adulthood. I’m here to support you and your family.
Hilary Henson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90024
I offer sand tray therapy for children which, combined with EMDR, is a powerful - and fun! - way to help children with traumas big and small.
I believe that you have a right to therapy that meets your needs, and works towards your goals. My job is to collaborate with you in whatever way is helpful. I am non-judgmental, and supportive, and will work with you to enlist your strengths and energies to bring about the changes you want in your life.
I offer EMDR therapy for the traumas that underlie so many issues. If you are looking for an alternative to 12 step programs and abstinence for a substance problem, I can offer you the harm reduction approach which respects your intelligence and your ability to make choices.
I offer sand tray therapy for children which, combined with EMDR, is a powerful - and fun! - way to help children with traumas big and small.
I believe that you have a right to therapy that meets your needs, and works towards your goals. My job is to collaborate with you in whatever way is helpful. I am non-judgmental, and supportive, and will work with you to enlist your strengths and energies to bring about the changes you want in your life.
I offer EMDR therapy for the traumas that underlie so many issues. If you are looking for an alternative to 12 step programs and abstinence for a substance problem, I can offer you the harm reduction approach which respects your intelligence and your ability to make choices.
Tamar Kodish
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I specialize in evidence-based treatments for children, adolescents, and young adults with depression, anxiety and life stress. I have experience working with clients with diverse and intersecting identities and strongly value integrating evidence-based treatments into the fabric of their lives. I believe that each individual is the expert on themselves and I work to tailor and integrate therapeutic skills into clients’ lives in creative and effective ways.
I specialize in evidence-based treatments for children, adolescents, and young adults with depression, anxiety and life stress. I have experience working with clients with diverse and intersecting identities and strongly value integrating evidence-based treatments into the fabric of their lives. I believe that each individual is the expert on themselves and I work to tailor and integrate therapeutic skills into clients’ lives in creative and effective ways.
Lucy Singleton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90066
I specialize in helping children, teens and adults navigate periods of change.
My therapeutic style is based on authenticity, non-judgment, and trust. I enjoy helping clients learn to nurture specific areas of life, depending on each individual's unique needs and treatment goals. I am dedicated to creating a safe space for adults and adolescents to navigate the challenges and joys that life may bring. Using a compassionate and collaborative approach, I address a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, family conflict and trauma. I completed my Master's in Clinical Psychology: Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University.
I specialize in helping children, teens and adults navigate periods of change.
My therapeutic style is based on authenticity, non-judgment, and trust. I enjoy helping clients learn to nurture specific areas of life, depending on each individual's unique needs and treatment goals. I am dedicated to creating a safe space for adults and adolescents to navigate the challenges and joys that life may bring. Using a compassionate and collaborative approach, I address a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, family conflict and trauma. I completed my Master's in Clinical Psychology: Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University.
Joshua Carroll
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I work with adults, children, teens, and families to address relational conflicts, behavioral and academic problems, and general family dysfunction. I also support parents, and work with them to better understand the underlying causes of their children's acting-out, self-harming, and/or self-isolating behaviors.
I work with adults, children, teens, and families to address relational conflicts, behavioral and academic problems, and general family dysfunction. I also support parents, and work with them to better understand the underlying causes of their children's acting-out, self-harming, and/or self-isolating behaviors.
Kristin Halladay
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90039
I have experience working with children and adults who are experiencing challenges related to anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, relationship conflict, life transitions, trauma, and family issues.
I believe therapy can be a richly rewarding process that supports you in developing a more satisfying life. Through therapy you can find a deeper connection with yourself and others, overcome difficulties and move towards growth, healing, and self-compassion. Although therapy can be challenging at times, it can also be playful, utilizing humor and genuine curiosity. I strive to create a non-judgmental and collaborative environment, fostering trust, safety, and connection. My personal style is warm, engaged, and caring.
I have experience working with children and adults who are experiencing challenges related to anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, relationship conflict, life transitions, trauma, and family issues.
I believe therapy can be a richly rewarding process that supports you in developing a more satisfying life. Through therapy you can find a deeper connection with yourself and others, overcome difficulties and move towards growth, healing, and self-compassion. Although therapy can be challenging at times, it can also be playful, utilizing humor and genuine curiosity. I strive to create a non-judgmental and collaborative environment, fostering trust, safety, and connection. My personal style is warm, engaged, and caring.
Prerna Martin
Registered Psychological Associate, PhD, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I specialize in evidence-based treatments for children, teens, and young adults with anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, eating disorders, and behavior problems. I have extensive experience working with clients from diverse, multicultural backgrounds. I strive to provide therapy that is grounded in science, while honoring the unique needs of each individual. My approach is deeply relational, and I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to understand your struggles and learn new tools. I am passionate about empowering clients to face their fears, change unhelpful patterns, heal from trauma, and develop more self-compassion.
I specialize in evidence-based treatments for children, teens, and young adults with anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, eating disorders, and behavior problems. I have extensive experience working with clients from diverse, multicultural backgrounds. I strive to provide therapy that is grounded in science, while honoring the unique needs of each individual. My approach is deeply relational, and I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to understand your struggles and learn new tools. I am passionate about empowering clients to face their fears, change unhelpful patterns, heal from trauma, and develop more self-compassion.
Zo Harris
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90027
We each begin our journey with a unique set of strengths and vulnerabilities. We strive for joy and authenticity, but are often derailed by toxic relationships, distorted thinking, and self-destructive behaviors. Let me partner with you to heIp you discover your best self, as a parent, a partner, a life participant. I offer a safe space in which to examine your life's path. I have 25 years of experience providing counseling and therapy to adults, adolescents and children. My areas of expertise are the treatment of childhood trauma, childhood behavior problems, attachment and parenting, adoption, grief, and the treatment of anxiety and depression.
We each begin our journey with a unique set of strengths and vulnerabilities. We strive for joy and authenticity, but are often derailed by toxic relationships, distorted thinking, and self-destructive behaviors. Let me partner with you to heIp you discover your best self, as a parent, a partner, a life participant. I offer a safe space in which to examine your life's path. I have 25 years of experience providing counseling and therapy to adults, adolescents and children. My areas of expertise are the treatment of childhood trauma, childhood behavior problems, attachment and parenting, adoption, grief, and the treatment of anxiety and depression.
Denise Rockwell
Psychologist, PhD, BCBA-D
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90042
Our current clinical practice offers psychological and psychoeducational evaluations and treatment for children ages 2-18, with an emphasis on developmental, behavioral, and learning diagnostics and intervention. Parent training and education are central to our practice, as we believe that the most substantial and sustained change in child behavior comes when families are empowered to take strategies learned in therapy sessions and apply them to real life situations. We collaborate closely with medical, educational, and clinical providers both during the assessment and treatment process to ensure that families are fully supported.
Our current clinical practice offers psychological and psychoeducational evaluations and treatment for children ages 2-18, with an emphasis on developmental, behavioral, and learning diagnostics and intervention. Parent training and education are central to our practice, as we believe that the most substantial and sustained change in child behavior comes when families are empowered to take strategies learned in therapy sessions and apply them to real life situations. We collaborate closely with medical, educational, and clinical providers both during the assessment and treatment process to ensure that families are fully supported.
Manuel Mercado
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90031
I have over 20 years of experience working with adolescents, children, and families contending with severe emotional disturbances, trauma, dual diagnosis, separation, abandonment, loss, victimization through local sex-trafficking, depression, anxiety etc.
Personal growth, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, issues surrounding sexual orientation or gender identification, life transitions or everyday life impediments are my primary focus for treatment. I draw upon your own personal strengths, talents, and desires to identify the options you have to move past the challenges you've identified and create alternative outcomes. Whatever the need, growth is a process that is worked on collaboratively in treatment. When the challenge exists between you and a loved one, treatment highlights the development of clear, honest, and respectful communication so that all parties may gain a greater appreciation and understanding of the person next to them.
I have over 20 years of experience working with adolescents, children, and families contending with severe emotional disturbances, trauma, dual diagnosis, separation, abandonment, loss, victimization through local sex-trafficking, depression, anxiety etc.
Personal growth, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, issues surrounding sexual orientation or gender identification, life transitions or everyday life impediments are my primary focus for treatment. I draw upon your own personal strengths, talents, and desires to identify the options you have to move past the challenges you've identified and create alternative outcomes. Whatever the need, growth is a process that is worked on collaboratively in treatment. When the challenge exists between you and a loved one, treatment highlights the development of clear, honest, and respectful communication so that all parties may gain a greater appreciation and understanding of the person next to them.
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Simcha Saiek
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
By strengthening the parent/child relationship, In working with parents, children and families, my goal is to help parents regain their joy of being parents, of enjoying watching their child grow and develop and maintaining the sense of curiosity and amazement as they see their child become a wonderful human being they like to spend time with.
I have over 20 years experience in working with children, adolescents and families with various backgrounds and socioeconomic status. My specialty and passion is in working with parents in helping them become the best parents they can be; including managing behavior problems at home and school, co-parenting, family therapy and Child-Parent dyadic Psychotherapy. I am able to provide therapy in both Hebrew and English. To accommodate the local Jewish community, I have available appointment times on Sunday, in addition to weekdays.
By strengthening the parent/child relationship, In working with parents, children and families, my goal is to help parents regain their joy of being parents, of enjoying watching their child grow and develop and maintaining the sense of curiosity and amazement as they see their child become a wonderful human being they like to spend time with.
I have over 20 years experience in working with children, adolescents and families with various backgrounds and socioeconomic status. My specialty and passion is in working with parents in helping them become the best parents they can be; including managing behavior problems at home and school, co-parenting, family therapy and Child-Parent dyadic Psychotherapy. I am able to provide therapy in both Hebrew and English. To accommodate the local Jewish community, I have available appointment times on Sunday, in addition to weekdays.
Angel Herrera-Castaneda
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90012 (Online Only)
I am a bilingual licensed child and family therapist raised in Southern California with 8+ years of experience working with kids, parents, and families. I specialize in anxiety, ADHD, aggressive behaviors, and trauma. I also love video games, which makes it often easy for me to connect with teens.
I am a bilingual licensed child and family therapist raised in Southern California with 8+ years of experience working with kids, parents, and families. I specialize in anxiety, ADHD, aggressive behaviors, and trauma. I also love video games, which makes it often easy for me to connect with teens.
Debra Jill Green
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Is it ever difficult to understand your child's behavior or your teen's angst? Do they speak a language or behave in a way you find challenging? Children from infancy through adolescence can seem unmanageable at times causing parents to feel overwhelmed and powerless. Why continue struggling? If your child is having a difficult time at home, in school, or with friends, I can offer insights and recommendations as well as provide a safe space for everyone to learn respectful, meaningful communication directed toward positive change. Let me help you and your family get there together.
Is it ever difficult to understand your child's behavior or your teen's angst? Do they speak a language or behave in a way you find challenging? Children from infancy through adolescence can seem unmanageable at times causing parents to feel overwhelmed and powerless. Why continue struggling? If your child is having a difficult time at home, in school, or with friends, I can offer insights and recommendations as well as provide a safe space for everyone to learn respectful, meaningful communication directed toward positive change. Let me help you and your family get there together.
Frances Barry
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Parenting is the most important but toughest job on the planet. But parenting is really hard when your child is struggling. It's so painful to see how fear, anger, sadness can take hold of your child. Big emotions turn a simple activity or transition into an overwhelming event. You walk on eggshells to prevent a blow up. Coaxing your child to participate in life is exhausting. You’ve talked gently with your child, encouraged them, tried consequences and rewards. But it’s difficult for your child to verbalize their feelings or they push you away. You feel stuck. You worry how this behavior will impact their future.
Parenting is the most important but toughest job on the planet. But parenting is really hard when your child is struggling. It's so painful to see how fear, anger, sadness can take hold of your child. Big emotions turn a simple activity or transition into an overwhelming event. You walk on eggshells to prevent a blow up. Coaxing your child to participate in life is exhausting. You’ve talked gently with your child, encouraged them, tried consequences and rewards. But it’s difficult for your child to verbalize their feelings or they push you away. You feel stuck. You worry how this behavior will impact their future.
Becky (Mary Rebecca) Schomaker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, IFECMHS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90039
I specialize in treating anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, and behavioral problems. When overwhelming experiences leave their mark, it can be hard to know where to turn for help. Memories, fears, distress, and anger take over and damage our relationships. Parenting becomes fraught with tension. Children lose control, resulting in tantrums and behavior problems. By understanding the root of your distress, I can help you or your family find new ways to cope.
I specialize in treating anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, and behavioral problems. When overwhelming experiences leave their mark, it can be hard to know where to turn for help. Memories, fears, distress, and anger take over and damage our relationships. Parenting becomes fraught with tension. Children lose control, resulting in tantrums and behavior problems. By understanding the root of your distress, I can help you or your family find new ways to cope.
Ivette Somoza Arroyo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90015 (Online Only)
I bring fourteen years of expertise working with children, adolescents and their families in areas such as generational conflict, parenting challenges, blended families, acculturation, difficulties with infertility, anxiety and depression.
Many people are hurting in their day- to- day life. Sometimes the hurt is a personal one like depression, anxiety, poor self- esteem, grief and loss and other times it is a relational challenge within marriage, with children or teens and or with family or friends. Healing is possible though often times not easy to know where to start. I am here to help you take the first steps on your personal healing journey and guide you to navigate the process throughout. Don't let unspoken fears hold you back from getting help. You can thrive and not just survive but it all starts with the first step.
I bring fourteen years of expertise working with children, adolescents and their families in areas such as generational conflict, parenting challenges, blended families, acculturation, difficulties with infertility, anxiety and depression.
Many people are hurting in their day- to- day life. Sometimes the hurt is a personal one like depression, anxiety, poor self- esteem, grief and loss and other times it is a relational challenge within marriage, with children or teens and or with family or friends. Healing is possible though often times not easy to know where to start. I am here to help you take the first steps on your personal healing journey and guide you to navigate the process throughout. Don't let unspoken fears hold you back from getting help. You can thrive and not just survive but it all starts with the first step.
Julie Walker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS , LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Whether you're a parent looking for support for your child/teen going through a difficult time or you're a young professional trying to balance work, friendships, romantic relationships, I am here for you.
Hi I’m Julie and I’m here if you want to talk. I'm a Licensed Psychotherapist that offers approachable mental health services. I offer a casual approach for those that might be a bit intimidated by the process of starting therapy. I work with children, adolescents/teens and adults who may need a little extra support navigating social relationships, building self-esteem, navigating stress or mood changes, or who may be having trouble balancing the demands of school, work, and/or relationships. I'm also a Neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ experienced provider. I can provide a Superbill to submit for insurance reimbursement.
Whether you're a parent looking for support for your child/teen going through a difficult time or you're a young professional trying to balance work, friendships, romantic relationships, I am here for you.
Hi I’m Julie and I’m here if you want to talk. I'm a Licensed Psychotherapist that offers approachable mental health services. I offer a casual approach for those that might be a bit intimidated by the process of starting therapy. I work with children, adolescents/teens and adults who may need a little extra support navigating social relationships, building self-esteem, navigating stress or mood changes, or who may be having trouble balancing the demands of school, work, and/or relationships. I'm also a Neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ experienced provider. I can provide a Superbill to submit for insurance reimbursement.
Laura Wingard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90042
You're not alone and therapy can help provide a warm, comfortable and safe environment to work toward growth and healing. I work well with people facing issues in adolescents, young adulthood, spiritual issues/trauma, parent/child problems, premarital counseling, postpartum, family problems, anxiety, depression and difficult life transitions or circumstances.
You're not alone and therapy can help provide a warm, comfortable and safe environment to work toward growth and healing. I work well with people facing issues in adolescents, young adulthood, spiritual issues/trauma, parent/child problems, premarital counseling, postpartum, family problems, anxiety, depression and difficult life transitions or circumstances.
Dr. Hilary Adams
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Are you or your children or teens ready to make a change? Through short-term, problem-focused therapy, I can help your family with challenging behaviors (e.g., temper tantrums) or social and emotional issues (e.g, anxiety) within only a few months. With a warm and collaborative approach, I will address your problems and teach you and your child skills to practice in your daily life. I offer weekly individual sessions, parent training, social skills groups, and more. Feel empowered knowing you learned the skills to help your family!
Are you or your children or teens ready to make a change? Through short-term, problem-focused therapy, I can help your family with challenging behaviors (e.g., temper tantrums) or social and emotional issues (e.g, anxiety) within only a few months. With a warm and collaborative approach, I will address your problems and teach you and your child skills to practice in your daily life. I offer weekly individual sessions, parent training, social skills groups, and more. Feel empowered knowing you learned the skills to help your family!
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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.