Child Therapists in Maryland
Lindsey Dogali
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
I am licensed clinical psychologist specializing in assessment services for children and adolescents. I am passionate about helping families get answers as to why their child may be struggling in school, at home, or with peers. My goal is to make the testing experience as fun and enjoyable as possible for your child or teenager, and to ensure that you, as a parent, feel heard and supported throughout the process. I utilize state-of-the-art assessment measures and will provide you a comprehensive and useful report in record time.
I am licensed clinical psychologist specializing in assessment services for children and adolescents. I am passionate about helping families get answers as to why their child may be struggling in school, at home, or with peers. My goal is to make the testing experience as fun and enjoyable as possible for your child or teenager, and to ensure that you, as a parent, feel heard and supported throughout the process. I utilize state-of-the-art assessment measures and will provide you a comprehensive and useful report in record time.
Tammie Hedgeman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Parents often face tremendous challenges in 'interpreting' the behaviors of their children. We all have our own lense with which we view our world with. I work with children and parents to learn to speak the same language. Learning the triggers of your child will help you as a parent determine the right approach in supporting your youth. I enjoy working with teens and young adults to give them the safe space to bring their challenging thoughts and feelings. I help the client not only learn more about themselves but also provide the language and skill to engage with their support system in a healthy manner.
Parents often face tremendous challenges in 'interpreting' the behaviors of their children. We all have our own lense with which we view our world with. I work with children and parents to learn to speak the same language. Learning the triggers of your child will help you as a parent determine the right approach in supporting your youth. I enjoy working with teens and young adults to give them the safe space to bring their challenging thoughts and feelings. I help the client not only learn more about themselves but also provide the language and skill to engage with their support system in a healthy manner.
Katie Heinold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
Do you have a child that struggles with anxiety, sadness, or behavioral concerns? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to best support your child during this difficult time? As a therapist that is passionate about working with children and their families to promote emotional growth and positive behavioral change, I would be honored to assist your family in navigating this challenging chapter of life. One of my goals is to create a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgemental space during our sessions so that we can work together to create goals that feel comfortable for you and your family.
Do you have a child that struggles with anxiety, sadness, or behavioral concerns? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to best support your child during this difficult time? As a therapist that is passionate about working with children and their families to promote emotional growth and positive behavioral change, I would be honored to assist your family in navigating this challenging chapter of life. One of my goals is to create a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgemental space during our sessions so that we can work together to create goals that feel comfortable for you and your family.
Allison Brown
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, RPT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
North Bethesda, MD 20852
We currently have 2 new child therapists that have after school availability. Is it difficult to communicate with your child? Does your child have moments when their emotions take over and have a meltdown? Is your child withdrawn and have difficulty interacting with other children? Does your child have unpredictable reactions to simple requests or situations? Would you like to be able to comfort your child when they appear upset?
We currently have 2 new child therapists that have after school availability. Is it difficult to communicate with your child? Does your child have moments when their emotions take over and have a meltdown? Is your child withdrawn and have difficulty interacting with other children? Does your child have unpredictable reactions to simple requests or situations? Would you like to be able to comfort your child when they appear upset?
Robyn P Waxman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lutherville, MD 21093
Welcome! I have been working with children and adolescents, as well as their families, for almost twenty years. I believe strongly that parents want to be the best parents possible but may need help developing the tools to do so. I also think kids want to succeed but don't always know how to do it on their own. I try to make therapy appealing with humor and a down-to-Earth practical approach. In addition to therapy, I also specialize in comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations for learning differences and ADHD. I am one of the only clinicians in the Baltimore area who offers the Quotient ADHD Diagnostic Testing System.
Welcome! I have been working with children and adolescents, as well as their families, for almost twenty years. I believe strongly that parents want to be the best parents possible but may need help developing the tools to do so. I also think kids want to succeed but don't always know how to do it on their own. I try to make therapy appealing with humor and a down-to-Earth practical approach. In addition to therapy, I also specialize in comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations for learning differences and ADHD. I am one of the only clinicians in the Baltimore area who offers the Quotient ADHD Diagnostic Testing System.
Irene Christin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MS
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
I specialize in working mostly with children and families. Also, I see couples and individual adults. I offer help with managing high level of stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. In my practice, I use an integrative approach that includes several evidence-based techniques. The foundation of my method is empathic understanding and unconditional positive regard. I am truly convinced that every person has the potential to grow and achieve positive life change.
I specialize in working mostly with children and families. Also, I see couples and individual adults. I offer help with managing high level of stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. In my practice, I use an integrative approach that includes several evidence-based techniques. The foundation of my method is empathic understanding and unconditional positive regard. I am truly convinced that every person has the potential to grow and achieve positive life change.
Andrea Kim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Waitlist for new clients
My specialties include child and adolescent social-emotional development, mood disorders (anxiety and depression), family dynamics, and substance use disorders(SUD).
No matter how hard we try, sometimes we feel stuck dwelling on thoughts and feelings that we know hinder us from being able to move forward in our lives. I believe that therapy is a space for those that feel stuck to not only develop health coping skills, but also assess the impact that their life experiences might've had on their worldview and behaviors. I want to hold space for you to explore, unlearn and grow at a pace that is right for you.
My specialties include child and adolescent social-emotional development, mood disorders (anxiety and depression), family dynamics, and substance use disorders(SUD).
No matter how hard we try, sometimes we feel stuck dwelling on thoughts and feelings that we know hinder us from being able to move forward in our lives. I believe that therapy is a space for those that feel stuck to not only develop health coping skills, but also assess the impact that their life experiences might've had on their worldview and behaviors. I want to hold space for you to explore, unlearn and grow at a pace that is right for you.
Elise G Abromson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
When needed, I also work with parents and other individuals involved in the child's life by providing support, coping skills, and new ideas to help manage the difficulties the child is experiencing.
My ability to easily relate with and connect to children and teens provides them with a comfortable space in which they can express themselves.
Working with individuals and families is my passion. I believe that each child is an individual with individual needs; therefore, each treatment plan is customized to meet the unique needs of your child and family. My goal is to help children and families learn the skills necessary to have healthy, happy lives.
When needed, I also work with parents and other individuals involved in the child's life by providing support, coping skills, and new ideas to help manage the difficulties the child is experiencing.
My ability to easily relate with and connect to children and teens provides them with a comfortable space in which they can express themselves.
Working with individuals and families is my passion. I believe that each child is an individual with individual needs; therefore, each treatment plan is customized to meet the unique needs of your child and family. My goal is to help children and families learn the skills necessary to have healthy, happy lives.
Talbot Child Psychology, LLC
Psychologist, PhD, MA, MAT
Verified Verified
Easton, MD 21601
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Sean Logie is the owner of Talbot Child Psychology. He is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy. He provides mental health services to youth struggling with anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, behavior problems, Autism, and sleep difficulties. In addition, he completed post-doctoral fellowship training in treating feeding problems for children diagnosed with Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder.
Dr. Sean Logie is the owner of Talbot Child Psychology. He is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy. He provides mental health services to youth struggling with anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, behavior problems, Autism, and sleep difficulties. In addition, he completed post-doctoral fellowship training in treating feeding problems for children diagnosed with Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder.
Kirsten K. Holste
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mount Airy, MD 21771
Are you often overwhelmed and perplexed by your child’s behavior? Do you feel at times that you and your child lack the necessary tools to communicate and thrive? Being a parent and a child in today’s day is no easy feat. Feeling supported and having the necessary roadmap is key. Everyday as adults we face a variety of challenges that can often seem overwhelming, exhausting, and frustrating. Children and teens are not exempt from these feelings or struggles and can often act out in confusing and overwhelming ways when they are trying to cope and communicate.
Are you often overwhelmed and perplexed by your child’s behavior? Do you feel at times that you and your child lack the necessary tools to communicate and thrive? Being a parent and a child in today’s day is no easy feat. Feeling supported and having the necessary roadmap is key. Everyday as adults we face a variety of challenges that can often seem overwhelming, exhausting, and frustrating. Children and teens are not exempt from these feelings or struggles and can often act out in confusing and overwhelming ways when they are trying to cope and communicate.
Rebecca O'Neill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20817 (Online Only)
For parents, the journey of raising a child with special needs, psychiatric challenges, or neurodiverse traits can feel isolating and daunting.
I specialize in supporting children through their struggles with anxiety, depression, and the unique challenges of neurodiversity, while simultaneously providing their parents with the understanding and tools they need to foster a supportive, nurturing environment at home. Watching your child struggle with these challenges can leave you feeling helpless, searching for ways to help them feel safer, understood, and happier in their own skin. I'm here to extend a compassionate hand to your child, helping them navigate their feelings and the world around them with more ease and confidence.
For parents, the journey of raising a child with special needs, psychiatric challenges, or neurodiverse traits can feel isolating and daunting.
I specialize in supporting children through their struggles with anxiety, depression, and the unique challenges of neurodiversity, while simultaneously providing their parents with the understanding and tools they need to foster a supportive, nurturing environment at home. Watching your child struggle with these challenges can leave you feeling helpless, searching for ways to help them feel safer, understood, and happier in their own skin. I'm here to extend a compassionate hand to your child, helping them navigate their feelings and the world around them with more ease and confidence.
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Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Greenbelt, MD 20770 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have duel specialties in child/adolescent and adult psychotherapy and extensive experience providing long and short-term therapy to clients ranging from young children to older adults.
NO CURRENT AVAILABILITY. EMAIL CONTACT PREFERRED. Every person is unique and has a unique story. As a clinician I believe that therapy should be tailored to the client and your unique needs. Drawing on over 15 years of experience and firm foundations in psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, behavioral, and expressive techniques I endeavor to work collaboratively with my clients to understand them, their needs and goals, and to support them with a combination of techniques that provides the best fit. I strive to create a warm and accepting environment where we can work towards your goals together.
I have duel specialties in child/adolescent and adult psychotherapy and extensive experience providing long and short-term therapy to clients ranging from young children to older adults.
NO CURRENT AVAILABILITY. EMAIL CONTACT PREFERRED. Every person is unique and has a unique story. As a clinician I believe that therapy should be tailored to the client and your unique needs. Drawing on over 15 years of experience and firm foundations in psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, behavioral, and expressive techniques I endeavor to work collaboratively with my clients to understand them, their needs and goals, and to support them with a combination of techniques that provides the best fit. I strive to create a warm and accepting environment where we can work towards your goals together.
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Counselor, LCPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jessup, MD 20794
Christina works primarily with children, teens, and families; however, has extensive experience working with adults with varying difficulties, including trauma, anxiety, depression, interpersonal difficulties and difficulties expressing their feelings. She has worked in the mental health field for over 15 years and has experience working in community mental health, inpatient hospitals, day programs, substance abuse facilities, schools and mobile treatment. Christina will work with the person and family to help improve their communication, relationships, and empower the client's sense of self.
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Kasandra Marbury
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Catonsville, MD 21228
Maryland location is in person ONLY! I provide support for children and teens who are struggling with anger, stress and self-esteem issues. Individual sessions will help youth to recognize unhealthy patterns, learn new skills and process feelings. Parent sessions will help to educate parents on the tools that the youth have learned and to provide psychoeducation. Family sessions are provided to help youth practice skills and for the family to make change and strengthen the family dynamics. If your child or teen is struggling with anger, stress or self-esteem issues, reach out to help your youth work through their emotions!
Maryland location is in person ONLY! I provide support for children and teens who are struggling with anger, stress and self-esteem issues. Individual sessions will help youth to recognize unhealthy patterns, learn new skills and process feelings. Parent sessions will help to educate parents on the tools that the youth have learned and to provide psychoeducation. Family sessions are provided to help youth practice skills and for the family to make change and strengthen the family dynamics. If your child or teen is struggling with anger, stress or self-esteem issues, reach out to help your youth work through their emotions!
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2 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20707
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Welcome and thank you for learning more about me! I have extensive experience working with and providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I have provided services in an array of environments such as schools, community agencies, inpatient and outpatient hospitals, residential facilities, and substance abuse program. Some of those mental health issues I have addressed include anxiety, depression, anger management, self-esteem issues, PTSD, abuse and trauma, emotional/behavioral issues, relationship issues, grief, stress management, and other life transitions and challenges.
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Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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If your child/family is experiencing some struggles, coping with these difficulties is challenging for both the parent(s) and the child.
Youth experience a variety of transitions, challenges, and pressures. Coping with such difficulties while going to school and managing relationships is hard. Kids may show symptoms of anxiety, mood changes, behavior problems, struggles with friends, or trouble in school as a result. I want to help youth and their families get back on track. My primary approach is CBT, which focuses on how thoughts, feelings, and behavior all work together and affect our mental health. Although I use treatments backed by research, I believe my relationship with my clients is the foundation of our work together.
If your child/family is experiencing some struggles, coping with these difficulties is challenging for both the parent(s) and the child.
Youth experience a variety of transitions, challenges, and pressures. Coping with such difficulties while going to school and managing relationships is hard. Kids may show symptoms of anxiety, mood changes, behavior problems, struggles with friends, or trouble in school as a result. I want to help youth and their families get back on track. My primary approach is CBT, which focuses on how thoughts, feelings, and behavior all work together and affect our mental health. Although I use treatments backed by research, I believe my relationship with my clients is the foundation of our work together.
Larry McNeely
Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Stevensville, MD 21666 (Online Only)
Children want to please the parents.
Family therapy is my practice style. I believe it is an honor to provide counseling where trust is developed to find solutions. My counseling is individual, child, adolescent, family, and marital counseling. I accept clients who I believe have the capacity to resolve their own problems with my assistance. I believe that as people become more accepting of themselves, they are more capable of finding happiness and contentment in their lives. Self-awareness and self-acceptance are goals that sometimes take a long time to achieve.
Children want to please the parents.
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Largo, MD 20774 (Online Only)
My background is in children and families with being a Registered Play Therapist.
Welcome! I believe we all have a story to tell that may be filled with various events leaving us feeling broken hearted, unsafe, vulnerable, and angry. As time goes on, our lives may seem to feel unstable and unbearable, resulting in disconnecting from ourselves, families, work/school, spiritual lives, and much more. On The Vine Services is rooted in staying connected to an everlasting life supportive system. As your therapist, I will be dedicated in assisting in what that looks like for you. I believe in the opportunity in having a safe space to share your story while connecting to a support system to promote optional well-being.
My background is in children and families with being a Registered Play Therapist.
Welcome! I believe we all have a story to tell that may be filled with various events leaving us feeling broken hearted, unsafe, vulnerable, and angry. As time goes on, our lives may seem to feel unstable and unbearable, resulting in disconnecting from ourselves, families, work/school, spiritual lives, and much more. On The Vine Services is rooted in staying connected to an everlasting life supportive system. As your therapist, I will be dedicated in assisting in what that looks like for you. I believe in the opportunity in having a safe space to share your story while connecting to a support system to promote optional well-being.
Dr. Elizabeth Malesa
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
I’m looking forward to getting to know you and if applicable your child.
I am passionate about caring for each individual that comes through my door. I use empirically-grounded treatment modalities, primarily CBT, ensuring we are using treatments that work. I will help you address your goals in a flexible and collaborative way. I work with individuals across the life span, often collaborating with their families and other professionals to optimize treatment. As a director of a large group practice, I am fortunate to work alongside talented and committed clinicians. Should a colleague of mine be better fit than me based on experience, specialty areas, and availability I will offer a personalized match.
I’m looking forward to getting to know you and if applicable your child.
I am passionate about caring for each individual that comes through my door. I use empirically-grounded treatment modalities, primarily CBT, ensuring we are using treatments that work. I will help you address your goals in a flexible and collaborative way. I work with individuals across the life span, often collaborating with their families and other professionals to optimize treatment. As a director of a large group practice, I am fortunate to work alongside talented and committed clinicians. Should a colleague of mine be better fit than me based on experience, specialty areas, and availability I will offer a personalized match.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Maryland 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Maryland 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Maryland 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.