Child Therapists in Denver, CO
Summer Flos (Accepting New Clients)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222
I have worked closely with individuals, couples and families experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harming thoughts, traumas, intensive child behaviors/emotions, life transitions, domestic abuse and much more by using techniques from EMDR, play therapy, art, DBT, CBT, client centered counseling.
Accepting new clients for morning and early afternoon appointment times. I look at everyone's individual healing journey through a collaborative lens focusing on mind & body. Our minds & bodies hold on to traumas, depression, anxiety, etc & store it. I will help you assess the true roots to your issues & walk the path of growth together. I do not believe in “cookie cutter” therapy methods, which is giving every client the same skills and treatment. Instead we get to know the client & personalize their treatment to fit their needs, wants, beliefs & life experiences.
I have worked closely with individuals, couples and families experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harming thoughts, traumas, intensive child behaviors/emotions, life transitions, domestic abuse and much more by using techniques from EMDR, play therapy, art, DBT, CBT, client centered counseling.
Accepting new clients for morning and early afternoon appointment times. I look at everyone's individual healing journey through a collaborative lens focusing on mind & body. Our minds & bodies hold on to traumas, depression, anxiety, etc & store it. I will help you assess the true roots to your issues & walk the path of growth together. I do not believe in “cookie cutter” therapy methods, which is giving every client the same skills and treatment. Instead we get to know the client & personalize their treatment to fit their needs, wants, beliefs & life experiences.
Heather Bosler Carroll
Psychologist, PsyD, PLLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80224
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with children/adolescents/young adults with developmental disabilities and/or cognitive impairments. My goal is to help indiviudals and their families make connections between difficult behaviors and their underlying causes, and to find interventions that work well for the family. I believe that assessing and identifying strengths in both the client and the family is just as important as identifying the problems.
I specialize in working with children/adolescents/young adults with developmental disabilities and/or cognitive impairments. My goal is to help indiviudals and their families make connections between difficult behaviors and their underlying causes, and to find interventions that work well for the family. I believe that assessing and identifying strengths in both the client and the family is just as important as identifying the problems.
Cici Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SSP
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80203
I strive to understand my clients in all of their environments. I use the lens of family therapy. My approach is strength-based, trauma-informed and built upon establishing a trusting relationship. I work with caregiver(s) and their child(ren) to help resolve issues within the home and/or school setting. I am open to working with the caregiver alone to support in parenting and/or with the child/teen to discover solutions which address obstacles to social emotional functioning such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and/or trauma through talk therapy (therapy dog optional), interactive social emotional learning, bibliotherapy, CBT & DBT.
I strive to understand my clients in all of their environments. I use the lens of family therapy. My approach is strength-based, trauma-informed and built upon establishing a trusting relationship. I work with caregiver(s) and their child(ren) to help resolve issues within the home and/or school setting. I am open to working with the caregiver alone to support in parenting and/or with the child/teen to discover solutions which address obstacles to social emotional functioning such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and/or trauma through talk therapy (therapy dog optional), interactive social emotional learning, bibliotherapy, CBT & DBT.
Ambrosia Shepard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80238
Have you or your child experienced a stressful life event and it seems like nothing will be the same as it was before it happened? Death of a loved one, abuse, witnessing violence or another traumatic experience can have a huge impact on a family. You may feel overwhelmed and have a loss of hope, as it feels as if you tried everything but nothing seems be helping you or your child feel better. Sometimes it feels like things are getting worse.
Have you or your child experienced a stressful life event and it seems like nothing will be the same as it was before it happened? Death of a loved one, abuse, witnessing violence or another traumatic experience can have a huge impact on a family. You may feel overwhelmed and have a loss of hope, as it feels as if you tried everything but nothing seems be helping you or your child feel better. Sometimes it feels like things are getting worse.
Anne Maxwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80211
As a play therapist and family therapist, I believe that healing is a family affair, and, I include parents as an integral part of their child's therapy. I specialize in trauma, attachment, adoption, blended families, difficult and severe behaviors, as well as parenting, and issues stemming from any and all of the above. I love working with children and their parents and families. Children seem to have an innate sense of what is going on and what needs to happen in order for healing to occur, and, when they are able to express that and be heard, the whole family can shift and change.
As a play therapist and family therapist, I believe that healing is a family affair, and, I include parents as an integral part of their child's therapy. I specialize in trauma, attachment, adoption, blended families, difficult and severe behaviors, as well as parenting, and issues stemming from any and all of the above. I love working with children and their parents and families. Children seem to have an innate sense of what is going on and what needs to happen in order for healing to occur, and, when they are able to express that and be heard, the whole family can shift and change.
Cassie Grossman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80209 (Online Only)
I'm Cassie (she/they), and I would describe myself as a nurturer who strives to create a therapeutic space in which children, adolescents, and adults can feel safe and seen. I am trained in Art Therapy, as well as Play Therapy (yes, online works too!). I believe the capacity to heal is within us already, and the therapeutic relationship can reminds us of our own strength.
I'm Cassie (she/they), and I would describe myself as a nurturer who strives to create a therapeutic space in which children, adolescents, and adults can feel safe and seen. I am trained in Art Therapy, as well as Play Therapy (yes, online works too!). I believe the capacity to heal is within us already, and the therapeutic relationship can reminds us of our own strength.
Cynthia Chen
Psychologist, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80246 (Online Only)
Transitions are hard, whether they are expected or not. From child to adolescent/teen, high school to college, and from college to “adulthood.” Many transitions brings about changes in mood and feelings, as well as changes in the family dynamic. Whether you are a parent struggling to communicate better with your child/teen, an older child/teen trying to navigate your burgeoning independence, or an emerging adult who is confused and overwhelmed by life, my hope is to provide a space to gain clarity, peace, and a sense of relief.
Transitions are hard, whether they are expected or not. From child to adolescent/teen, high school to college, and from college to “adulthood.” Many transitions brings about changes in mood and feelings, as well as changes in the family dynamic. Whether you are a parent struggling to communicate better with your child/teen, an older child/teen trying to navigate your burgeoning independence, or an emerging adult who is confused and overwhelmed by life, my hope is to provide a space to gain clarity, peace, and a sense of relief.
Sarah Younggren
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222
As a parent, your love and concern for your child's wellbeing is immense.
My overall goal and focus is to restore and build hope and resilience in your life as a child, parent, young adult or family. Struggling with life transitions and emotional upset can often leave us feeling hopeless and isolated. I work with you to overcome these challenges through building a trusting, supportive relationship, focusing on strengths and changing negative thoughts, improving self-esteem and feelings of competence and control in your life.
As a parent, your love and concern for your child's wellbeing is immense.
My overall goal and focus is to restore and build hope and resilience in your life as a child, parent, young adult or family. Struggling with life transitions and emotional upset can often leave us feeling hopeless and isolated. I work with you to overcome these challenges through building a trusting, supportive relationship, focusing on strengths and changing negative thoughts, improving self-esteem and feelings of competence and control in your life.
Suwattana Maestas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80212
Is your child verbally and physically aggressive that it is impossible to go out to even a store or you dread their teachers reporting their "behaviors" at school? Are you worried that your child is too shy to engage in positive friendship and activities? Parenting can be very challenging at times, and I am here to listen, understand, and create treatment plan that are unique and meaningful for your child and your family. I believe (& witnessed!) children thrive despite trauma and life challenges with consistent supportive caregiving!!!
Is your child verbally and physically aggressive that it is impossible to go out to even a store or you dread their teachers reporting their "behaviors" at school? Are you worried that your child is too shy to engage in positive friendship and activities? Parenting can be very challenging at times, and I am here to listen, understand, and create treatment plan that are unique and meaningful for your child and your family. I believe (& witnessed!) children thrive despite trauma and life challenges with consistent supportive caregiving!!!
Atsuko Hanley
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222
Parenting is a life-long commitment that demands nurturing, attention, and patience. It can be a stressful experience when a child becomes aggressive, defiant, and controlling. If you feel defeated and blaming yourself for your child's behavior, you are not alone. Early intervention is key in supporting your child’s adaptability and resilience as well as your own well-being as a caregiver. My role as a psychologist is to partner with you to highlight your strengths, restore your confidence, and find lasting resolutions for challenges you and your child are experiencing.
Parenting is a life-long commitment that demands nurturing, attention, and patience. It can be a stressful experience when a child becomes aggressive, defiant, and controlling. If you feel defeated and blaming yourself for your child's behavior, you are not alone. Early intervention is key in supporting your child’s adaptability and resilience as well as your own well-being as a caregiver. My role as a psychologist is to partner with you to highlight your strengths, restore your confidence, and find lasting resolutions for challenges you and your child are experiencing.
Lori Schumacher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80206
If you have a child or teen who is struggling, you are not alone and I believe I can help.
Many of us carry the idea that happiness is about being content, cheerful, carrying a smile on one's face all the time. Rather, I like to think of well-being as a balance in one's "emotional ecosystem," or variety of different emotions we allow ourselves to experience.I believe that our emotional flexibility to experience a full range of emotions (positive, negative, & a mix of both) is strongly linked to our feelings of happiness & well-being. No, I don't believe there's anything wrong with you. Perhaps all you need rightnow are tools to help you embrace the full range of your human experience while "surfing" those emotional waves.
If you have a child or teen who is struggling, you are not alone and I believe I can help.
Many of us carry the idea that happiness is about being content, cheerful, carrying a smile on one's face all the time. Rather, I like to think of well-being as a balance in one's "emotional ecosystem," or variety of different emotions we allow ourselves to experience.I believe that our emotional flexibility to experience a full range of emotions (positive, negative, & a mix of both) is strongly linked to our feelings of happiness & well-being. No, I don't believe there's anything wrong with you. Perhaps all you need rightnow are tools to help you embrace the full range of your human experience while "surfing" those emotional waves.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
After working with children and families for 15 years in foster care and adoption settings, I developed a passion for empowering people who have experienced trauma, grief and loss, and who struggle with relationship issues. Life always presents challenges and the ability to move through those challenges with a strong sense of self is important. I work closely with clients to develop a strong therapeutic relationship, which engenders an environment of safety and promotes healing. I am an EMDR Certified Clinician which integrates attachment theory, CBT and emotion regulation. I also use child-centered play therapy with children.
After working with children and families for 15 years in foster care and adoption settings, I developed a passion for empowering people who have experienced trauma, grief and loss, and who struggle with relationship issues. Life always presents challenges and the ability to move through those challenges with a strong sense of self is important. I work closely with clients to develop a strong therapeutic relationship, which engenders an environment of safety and promotes healing. I am an EMDR Certified Clinician which integrates attachment theory, CBT and emotion regulation. I also use child-centered play therapy with children.
Erin Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80207
Everyone deserves a life that is healthy, happy and loving. And yet, creating a balanced life in the midst of stress and chaos can be challenging! Are you a new parent struggling to adjust to your new role and all of your new responsibilities? Are you in a relationship and could use some support navigating the complex terrain of communication, connection, and love? Or perhaps you or your child is dealing with anxiety, depression, or grief?
Everyone deserves a life that is healthy, happy and loving. And yet, creating a balanced life in the midst of stress and chaos can be challenging! Are you a new parent struggling to adjust to your new role and all of your new responsibilities? Are you in a relationship and could use some support navigating the complex terrain of communication, connection, and love? Or perhaps you or your child is dealing with anxiety, depression, or grief?
Morgan Meacham
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80207
Do you wish you could explore your thoughts, feelings and patterns of behavior without fear of judgment or abandonment while gaining the tools to handle the future? Do you want to declutter your assumptions and better understand others’ intentions and motivations? Maybe you have a child or teen who is struggling with finding their confidence, or navigating positive relationships with friends. They might be feeling anxious about going to school or having a hard time opening up to you about their challenges. Therapy provides the opportunity to bring you self-awareness and to help foster your connections with others.
Do you wish you could explore your thoughts, feelings and patterns of behavior without fear of judgment or abandonment while gaining the tools to handle the future? Do you want to declutter your assumptions and better understand others’ intentions and motivations? Maybe you have a child or teen who is struggling with finding their confidence, or navigating positive relationships with friends. They might be feeling anxious about going to school or having a hard time opening up to you about their challenges. Therapy provides the opportunity to bring you self-awareness and to help foster your connections with others.
Nancy Mickelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80231
The second area of specialty is re-building the parent-child relationship.
My belief is that when you build a strong alliance with your therapist, you create a really positive experience for the therapeutic process. I strive to create a safe positive place for adolescents to share their thoughts and feelings and learn new ways to work with conflict and setbacks they might be facing right now. Adolescents are having a hard time with all of the social distancing requirements and remote learning this often leads to anxiety, depression, and substance use. which then results in not completing school work. This is a hard time for families and it truly does affect the whole family.
The second area of specialty is re-building the parent-child relationship.
My belief is that when you build a strong alliance with your therapist, you create a really positive experience for the therapeutic process. I strive to create a safe positive place for adolescents to share their thoughts and feelings and learn new ways to work with conflict and setbacks they might be facing right now. Adolescents are having a hard time with all of the social distancing requirements and remote learning this often leads to anxiety, depression, and substance use. which then results in not completing school work. This is a hard time for families and it truly does affect the whole family.
Kathleen Gruszka Best
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80207 (Online Only)
I only practice therapeutic modalities that are highly evidenced based. When working with children it is imperative to work with their parent. 1 hour of individual child therapy once a week is a mere drop in the bucket in comparison to what I can accomplish if I work directly with the parent to help them become the "therapist" to their child at home.
I only practice therapeutic modalities that are highly evidenced based. When working with children it is imperative to work with their parent. 1 hour of individual child therapy once a week is a mere drop in the bucket in comparison to what I can accomplish if I work directly with the parent to help them become the "therapist" to their child at home.
Christine C. McDunn
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80209 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have specialized expertise in anxiety and family systems. My clinical work is grounded in evidenced-based treatment approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure with Response Prevention, Parent Management Training, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT). During care, I give ample attention to the family system as I have found understanding the context in which one lives provides insight for how to optimize symptom reduction and enhance overall functioning.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have specialized expertise in anxiety and family systems. My clinical work is grounded in evidenced-based treatment approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure with Response Prevention, Parent Management Training, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT). During care, I give ample attention to the family system as I have found understanding the context in which one lives provides insight for how to optimize symptom reduction and enhance overall functioning.
Kelly Picune
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80237
“I feel like I’m not good enough.” “I don’t know how to deal with experiences from my past.” “I am unhappy in my relationship.” “My child is withdrawn and struggling in school.” “I am easily overwhelmed and I can’t get anything done.” If this resonates with you, I’m here to help. It is normal to struggle with emotions or experiences in life, but they don’t have to define you. I can help you build the necessary tools and skills to overcome the challenges you are facing. I work with children, teens, and adults to overcome trauma, self-esteem difficulties, and enhance emotional regulation.
“I feel like I’m not good enough.” “I don’t know how to deal with experiences from my past.” “I am unhappy in my relationship.” “My child is withdrawn and struggling in school.” “I am easily overwhelmed and I can’t get anything done.” If this resonates with you, I’m here to help. It is normal to struggle with emotions or experiences in life, but they don’t have to define you. I can help you build the necessary tools and skills to overcome the challenges you are facing. I work with children, teens, and adults to overcome trauma, self-esteem difficulties, and enhance emotional regulation.
Rebecca Lynn Kinney
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211
Run & Jump Counseling is a psychology practice that specializes in therapy services for middle and high school age children and their families. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I've worked with hundreds of middle school and high school students with a wide variety of concerns. I believe that a good therapeutic relationship provides the building blocks for change and the basis from which to use a number of therapeutic techniques to help your child. I provide both individual and family therapy, as well as after school, evening and some weekend appointments.
Run & Jump Counseling is a psychology practice that specializes in therapy services for middle and high school age children and their families. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I've worked with hundreds of middle school and high school students with a wide variety of concerns. I believe that a good therapeutic relationship provides the building blocks for change and the basis from which to use a number of therapeutic techniques to help your child. I provide both individual and family therapy, as well as after school, evening and some weekend appointments.
Eldridge Greer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80238 (Online Only)
I am trained as a clinical psychologist with a particular focus on addressing depression and anxiety in children and adults.
The past few years have been a period of unprecedented upheaval. Racial reckoning, dramatic declines in mental health well-being, COVID, challenges to women's reproductive health and economic uncertainty. These times make many of us feel uncertain about the present and future. Through a lens of cultural humility, I hope to work with you to provide an environment where your strengths can be realized and your goals for yourself and the people you care about can be met. Only by harnessing our strengths can we be whole people.
I am trained as a clinical psychologist with a particular focus on addressing depression and anxiety in children and adults.
The past few years have been a period of unprecedented upheaval. Racial reckoning, dramatic declines in mental health well-being, COVID, challenges to women's reproductive health and economic uncertainty. These times make many of us feel uncertain about the present and future. Through a lens of cultural humility, I hope to work with you to provide an environment where your strengths can be realized and your goals for yourself and the people you care about can be met. Only by harnessing our strengths can we be whole people.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Denver, CO 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 Denver 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 Denver 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.