Child Therapists in Missouri
Samantha Reed
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64063
Your child and family's resiliency is built through a strong connection and a solid plan.
The relationship you and your child has with their counselor is the true measure of how helpful the counseling experience will be. I value developing a warm, positive, supportive and empathic environment for your family to overcome any challenge that you are facing. In our experience together, you will find healing and growth, and recognize your own strengths, and how they help you and your child work toward building a more positive and rewarding future. Both in your individual lives, and collectively within the family.
Your child and family's resiliency is built through a strong connection and a solid plan.
The relationship you and your child has with their counselor is the true measure of how helpful the counseling experience will be. I value developing a warm, positive, supportive and empathic environment for your family to overcome any challenge that you are facing. In our experience together, you will find healing and growth, and recognize your own strengths, and how they help you and your child work toward building a more positive and rewarding future. Both in your individual lives, and collectively within the family.
Diana Beane
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, MO 63304
Diana has helped children, adults, and families for over 30 years to overcome emotional difficulties, improve communication skills, and strengthen relationships. She is trained in various therapies which she aligns to the needs of each client. Her approach is wholistic, focusing on internal (within the individual) and external (relational and situational) factors impacting the mental and overall health of clients.
Diana has helped children, adults, and families for over 30 years to overcome emotional difficulties, improve communication skills, and strengthen relationships. She is trained in various therapies which she aligns to the needs of each client. Her approach is wholistic, focusing on internal (within the individual) and external (relational and situational) factors impacting the mental and overall health of clients.
Unlimited Potential Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63368
What makes Unlimited Potential Counseling different from other counseling offices? We are a pediatric-focused practice (ages 3-Adult) and can work with your child/teen and family to navigate a variety of life's difficult situations. Our clinicians incorporate a variety of counseling styles to best fit the needs of you and your child, including play therapy techniques, cognitive-behavioral therapy, or parent coaching (to name only a few). We are a neurodiversity-affirming practice and work to find the strengths of each client to help them build the skills they need for success.
What makes Unlimited Potential Counseling different from other counseling offices? We are a pediatric-focused practice (ages 3-Adult) and can work with your child/teen and family to navigate a variety of life's difficult situations. Our clinicians incorporate a variety of counseling styles to best fit the needs of you and your child, including play therapy techniques, cognitive-behavioral therapy, or parent coaching (to name only a few). We are a neurodiversity-affirming practice and work to find the strengths of each client to help them build the skills they need for success.
Jen Calvin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wentzville, MO 63385
I have been trained in Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, which allows me to use play therapy techniques to help parents strengthen their relationships with their children.
I provide counseling services for families and individuals of all ages, from very young children to teens and adults. I have experience helping children, adolescents, adults and families cope with anxiety, depression, ADHD, divorce, grief, and social challenges.
I have been trained in Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, which allows me to use play therapy techniques to help parents strengthen their relationships with their children.
I provide counseling services for families and individuals of all ages, from very young children to teens and adults. I have experience helping children, adolescents, adults and families cope with anxiety, depression, ADHD, divorce, grief, and social challenges.
Bailey Marek
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chesterfield, MO 63017
I specialize in working with children, teenagers, and young adults, offering guidance and support for those navigating the complexities of autism, anxiety, OCD, and depression.
Embarking on the journey of therapy is a courageous step towards positive change and self-discovery. My approach is centered around empowering you with the tools and a supportive space to navigate life's challenges. Whether you're dealing with the stresses of daily life, processing difficult events, managing anxiety, or simply seeking self-awareness, I am here to assist.
I specialize in working with children, teenagers, and young adults, offering guidance and support for those navigating the complexities of autism, anxiety, OCD, and depression.
Embarking on the journey of therapy is a courageous step towards positive change and self-discovery. My approach is centered around empowering you with the tools and a supportive space to navigate life's challenges. Whether you're dealing with the stresses of daily life, processing difficult events, managing anxiety, or simply seeking self-awareness, I am here to assist.
Karen Lynn Becker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63141
I have worked with children and families in faith based and secular settings, both volunteer and professional.
Are you feeling alone, overwhelmed, or just trying hard to maintain? Are you struggling in a relationship? Are you frustrated by the day to day conflict with your teenager? Do unresolved painful memories keep you from the happy fulfilled life you were meant to live? Let's work together to find the answers you need. Counseling is the first step in regaining control of your life. As a therapist, I love working with people, finding out what is unique about them personally, and seeing how that can be used to work through difficult circumstances. .
I have worked with children and families in faith based and secular settings, both volunteer and professional.
Are you feeling alone, overwhelmed, or just trying hard to maintain? Are you struggling in a relationship? Are you frustrated by the day to day conflict with your teenager? Do unresolved painful memories keep you from the happy fulfilled life you were meant to live? Let's work together to find the answers you need. Counseling is the first step in regaining control of your life. As a therapist, I love working with people, finding out what is unique about them personally, and seeing how that can be used to work through difficult circumstances. .
Lauri Ann Ruth
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64063
I am a licensed professional counselor specializing in Play Therapy. My passion is working with children and families. I have extensive experience working with children in various capacities; daycare provider, preschool teacher, junior high teacher, high school teacher, middle school counselor and play therapist. I believe in working with the entire family when treating a child. The entire family system needs assessed, in order to enact change, to aid in the healing of a child who has experienced trauma or who is experiencing adjustment difficulties. I welcome the opportunity to work with children ages 3 - 18 and their families.
I am a licensed professional counselor specializing in Play Therapy. My passion is working with children and families. I have extensive experience working with children in various capacities; daycare provider, preschool teacher, junior high teacher, high school teacher, middle school counselor and play therapist. I believe in working with the entire family when treating a child. The entire family system needs assessed, in order to enact change, to aid in the healing of a child who has experienced trauma or who is experiencing adjustment difficulties. I welcome the opportunity to work with children ages 3 - 18 and their families.
Brittany Taussig
MAT, BCBA
Verified Verified
Saint Peters, MO 63376
I love working with children and families as they address significant social, emotional and behavior concerns. I seek to help parents or caregivers understand that their child's behavior is trying to communicate something, and together we figure out what the unmet need is and how to provide support and meet the child's needs in alternative ways. I also partner with the child to help them learn how to communicate their wants and needs in safe and appropriate ways by teaching them alternative replacement behaviors instead!
I love working with children and families as they address significant social, emotional and behavior concerns. I seek to help parents or caregivers understand that their child's behavior is trying to communicate something, and together we figure out what the unmet need is and how to provide support and meet the child's needs in alternative ways. I also partner with the child to help them learn how to communicate their wants and needs in safe and appropriate ways by teaching them alternative replacement behaviors instead!
Darla Todd
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
Trimble, MO 64492
Practicing since 2012 in the field of trauma and substance use, I empower families to find the strengths within each of them and work on changing their focus to strengths instead of weaknesses. I practice positive psychology, EMDR, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, art therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy as well as play therapy to engage families and individuals in healing. I embrace creativity while helping individuals find a stronger sense of peace and stability. I tend to use an informal approach with children and teens which can help those who struggle with expressing feelings.
Practicing since 2012 in the field of trauma and substance use, I empower families to find the strengths within each of them and work on changing their focus to strengths instead of weaknesses. I practice positive psychology, EMDR, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, art therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy as well as play therapy to engage families and individuals in healing. I embrace creativity while helping individuals find a stronger sense of peace and stability. I tend to use an informal approach with children and teens which can help those who struggle with expressing feelings.
Melissa Rothschild
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, MO 63090
I provide therapy for children and teens using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), social-skills training, mindfulness training, and play-based techniques in the treatment of various problems including challenging behaviors, anxiety, selective mutism, depression, ADHD, social skills deficits, and trauma.
I am a licensed psychologist with 15 years of experience in public schools as a school psychologist. I have extensive experience with conducting developmental and psychological evaluations to assess the psychological and learning needs of students, developing IEPs and behavior intervention plans, assisting families and students as they navigate the special education process, and providing therapy for children and teens. I provide individual evaluations for children and adolescents to assess for ADHD, autism, giftedness, intellectual delays, developmental delays, and other emotional-behavioral concerns.
I provide therapy for children and teens using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), social-skills training, mindfulness training, and play-based techniques in the treatment of various problems including challenging behaviors, anxiety, selective mutism, depression, ADHD, social skills deficits, and trauma.
I am a licensed psychologist with 15 years of experience in public schools as a school psychologist. I have extensive experience with conducting developmental and psychological evaluations to assess the psychological and learning needs of students, developing IEPs and behavior intervention plans, assisting families and students as they navigate the special education process, and providing therapy for children and teens. I provide individual evaluations for children and adolescents to assess for ADHD, autism, giftedness, intellectual delays, developmental delays, and other emotional-behavioral concerns.
Lisa D Fisher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults, adolescents, children and families. I have experience working with clients who are experiencing symptoms of stress, depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and trauma in a variety of outpatient settings. I utilize a holistic, strengths based approach that combines elements from Neuroscience, Attachment theory, Mindfulness, Cognitive-Behavioral theory, Art and Play therapy. I am now offering Direct Neurofeedback, which offers a drug-free approach to improving brain performance and forming new and enhanced patterns of functioning.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults, adolescents, children and families. I have experience working with clients who are experiencing symptoms of stress, depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and trauma in a variety of outpatient settings. I utilize a holistic, strengths based approach that combines elements from Neuroscience, Attachment theory, Mindfulness, Cognitive-Behavioral theory, Art and Play therapy. I am now offering Direct Neurofeedback, which offers a drug-free approach to improving brain performance and forming new and enhanced patterns of functioning.
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Open Arms Wellness - Columbia, MO
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbia, MO 65201
Concerned about your child's well-being and suspecting they may be on the spectrum? Our team of specially trained therapists is here to provide support.
Frustrated with calling therapists and not receiving a call back? We pride ourselves in finding expert clinicians in each specialty in the greater St. Louis area and we have immediate openings. We can help match you to a clinician that has proven success helping clients with similar issues. Our approach assists clients in exploring the source of their problems. We listen. We find unique strategies that build on your passions to bring healing to your life. You won't believe how much better it can get when you work with our handpicked professionals. Locations: Ballwin, Central West End, Brentwood and Columbia, Missouri.
Concerned about your child's well-being and suspecting they may be on the spectrum? Our team of specially trained therapists is here to provide support.
Frustrated with calling therapists and not receiving a call back? We pride ourselves in finding expert clinicians in each specialty in the greater St. Louis area and we have immediate openings. We can help match you to a clinician that has proven success helping clients with similar issues. Our approach assists clients in exploring the source of their problems. We listen. We find unique strategies that build on your passions to bring healing to your life. You won't believe how much better it can get when you work with our handpicked professionals. Locations: Ballwin, Central West End, Brentwood and Columbia, Missouri.
Prudence Morris
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
Wildwood, MO 63040
As a licensed professional counselor, I am deeply committed to fostering positive change in the lives of school aged kids, teens and adults facing challenges. I love to help families learn to connect/reconnect with one another. I also support families in navigating the IEP/504 process by demystifying the process and advocating on your child's behalf so they can receive the services they need. I excel at building trusting relationships aimed at breaking down barriers and growing beyond limitations to create lasting change. I offer an environment of care, safety and respect for you and your child to heal and grow.
As a licensed professional counselor, I am deeply committed to fostering positive change in the lives of school aged kids, teens and adults facing challenges. I love to help families learn to connect/reconnect with one another. I also support families in navigating the IEP/504 process by demystifying the process and advocating on your child's behalf so they can receive the services they need. I excel at building trusting relationships aimed at breaking down barriers and growing beyond limitations to create lasting change. I offer an environment of care, safety and respect for you and your child to heal and grow.
Rebecca Growe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63105
Waitlist for new clients
Some of the difficulties my clients face are: Anxiety and depression, behavioral challenges, traumatic experiences, including grief and loss, major life adjustments, including separation and divorce, and parent-child relationships, bonding and attachment.
I work with kids of all ages, parents, and families.
Some of the difficulties my clients face are: Anxiety and depression, behavioral challenges, traumatic experiences, including grief and loss, major life adjustments, including separation and divorce, and parent-child relationships, bonding and attachment.
I work with kids of all ages, parents, and families.
Farin Swan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
Ballwin, MO 63021 (Online Only)
Louis, Missouri, and have worked with children, teens, young adults and families for 12 years.
I believe in the therapeutic power of building connections through being heard and truly understood to facilitate personal growth and change. I strongly believe that the therapeutic relationship is key in an individual's healing process. I provide an eclectic mix of therapeutic modalities to support clients through the highs and lows of life. I strive to continually learn and grow with my clients, while supporting them through life’s transformations and challenges. I strive for my clients to feel validated, empowered and supported on their journey to wellness.
Louis, Missouri, and have worked with children, teens, young adults and families for 12 years.
I believe in the therapeutic power of building connections through being heard and truly understood to facilitate personal growth and change. I strongly believe that the therapeutic relationship is key in an individual's healing process. I provide an eclectic mix of therapeutic modalities to support clients through the highs and lows of life. I strive to continually learn and grow with my clients, while supporting them through life’s transformations and challenges. I strive for my clients to feel validated, empowered and supported on their journey to wellness.
Dr. Kelley Mount At Dragonfly Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, MO 63303
Dr. Mount earned her Ph.D. in Counseling & Family Therapy from St. Louis University. Dr. Mount has been in private practice since 1996, and has specialized in the treatment of children and families. Additionally, Dr. Mount also provides individual and couples/marital therapy. Dr. Mount enjoys working with individuals and couples who are ready to create lasting change in their lives. She provides a caring non-judgmental environment for those ready to take their first steps towards lasting change.
Dr. Mount earned her Ph.D. in Counseling & Family Therapy from St. Louis University. Dr. Mount has been in private practice since 1996, and has specialized in the treatment of children and families. Additionally, Dr. Mount also provides individual and couples/marital therapy. Dr. Mount enjoys working with individuals and couples who are ready to create lasting change in their lives. She provides a caring non-judgmental environment for those ready to take their first steps towards lasting change.
Michael Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, CAS, LPC
Verified Verified
Independence, MO 64055
The angry, argumentative, and underperforming child is often seen by others as the product of lax parenting. This unfortunate characterization has had a great impact on the way our children are viewed by schools, employers, and society in general. The fact is parents often exhaust various recommended "fixes" and desperately want things to be normal.
I have over 25 years of experience working with children and families. I understand the daily struggles parents routinely face. I know how school performance, relationships, and behavior are impacted when children struggle. I understand the frustrations associated with a child who "acts out" and underperforms.
The angry, argumentative, and underperforming child is often seen by others as the product of lax parenting. This unfortunate characterization has had a great impact on the way our children are viewed by schools, employers, and society in general. The fact is parents often exhaust various recommended "fixes" and desperately want things to be normal.
I have over 25 years of experience working with children and families. I understand the daily struggles parents routinely face. I know how school performance, relationships, and behavior are impacted when children struggle. I understand the frustrations associated with a child who "acts out" and underperforms.
Elizabeth Goslinga
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64110
Are you struggling to understand your child's behavior? I can help. My goal is for each child and family to feel safe, accepted and understood. I want to help your child grow to meet their true potential. I will work with you and your child to help alleviate stress and work through the challenges you are facing.
Are you struggling to understand your child's behavior? I can help. My goal is for each child and family to feel safe, accepted and understood. I want to help your child grow to meet their true potential. I will work with you and your child to help alleviate stress and work through the challenges you are facing.
Yelitza Cruz-Cubano
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Peters, MO 63376
I mainly work with children and families but also enjoy assisting couples and individuals in learning about themselves, their strengths and weakness while remaining true to who they are and want to be.
Hello! My name is Yelitza Cruz-Cubano (CC). I am a bilingual (fluent in Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I am currently working towards becoming a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) under the supervision of James Carroll. As an Army brat and Air Force veteran I had the opportunity to travel and get to know different cultures, places and people. I started a new journey in the beautiful Saint Louis area and decided to pursue counseling with the desire to continue serving my community through enriching and uplifting others.
I mainly work with children and families but also enjoy assisting couples and individuals in learning about themselves, their strengths and weakness while remaining true to who they are and want to be.
Hello! My name is Yelitza Cruz-Cubano (CC). I am a bilingual (fluent in Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I am currently working towards becoming a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) under the supervision of James Carroll. As an Army brat and Air Force veteran I had the opportunity to travel and get to know different cultures, places and people. I started a new journey in the beautiful Saint Louis area and decided to pursue counseling with the desire to continue serving my community through enriching and uplifting others.
Kristen Waterman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, MO 63303
I work with women, children and families who struggle with a myriad of issues and diagnosis.
I love working with children, parents, and adult women with a variety of issues. I am a trauma focused therapist and will walk beside a client through difficult and life changing processes. I am so grateful for all the people who want to better their lives and are reaching out to me. Please EMAIL or TEXT me for session inquiries.
I work with women, children and families who struggle with a myriad of issues and diagnosis.
I love working with children, parents, and adult women with a variety of issues. I am a trauma focused therapist and will walk beside a client through difficult and life changing processes. I am so grateful for all the people who want to better their lives and are reaching out to me. Please EMAIL or TEXT me for session inquiries.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Missouri 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 Missouri 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 Missouri 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.