Child Therapists in New York, NY

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Rikki Shanberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10065
I help parents and children in the NYC area embrace behavior and emotional challenges in real time as they happen in the home. I put together therapy programs and training not only for the child, but for the parents as well to help them head off troubling situations and better cope when things happen. This program can be a mix of highly customized exercises for your family as well as standard therapy that you would receive in any office.
I help parents and children in the NYC area embrace behavior and emotional challenges in real time as they happen in the home. I put together therapy programs and training not only for the child, but for the parents as well to help them head off troubling situations and better cope when things happen. This program can be a mix of highly customized exercises for your family as well as standard therapy that you would receive in any office.
(929) 244-0454 View (929) 244-0454
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Lesley Koplow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
If you are worried about your child, I may be able to help. I work with children who are struggling with emotional and social difficulties that make every day challenges harder and interfere with feeling confident and secure. Separation issues, fears, relatedness issues, and parent-child issues are frequent motivations for parents to seek my services. I offer ongoing parent guidance and 3 session consults on children who I are presenting with symptoms that are difficult for parents and teachers to sort out. I also offer clinical supervision for child focused clinicians or therapeutic teachers.
If you are worried about your child, I may be able to help. I work with children who are struggling with emotional and social difficulties that make every day challenges harder and interfere with feeling confident and secure. Separation issues, fears, relatedness issues, and parent-child issues are frequent motivations for parents to seek my services. I offer ongoing parent guidance and 3 session consults on children who I are presenting with symptoms that are difficult for parents and teachers to sort out. I also offer clinical supervision for child focused clinicians or therapeutic teachers.
(646) 600-9078 View (646) 600-9078
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Dr. Laura Pellerzi
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022
Have you ever wondered whether your child would benefit from in-person therapy? I offer a phone consultation to answer any questions you may have. I can assist your child and family resolve challenges and becoming their own therapists by teaching them how to overcome obstacles to succeed. I am skilled at helping parents, children, and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, social issues, self-esteem, and academic issues. My approach is solution-focused. Sessions are tailored to your child's specific needs. I am approachable and genuine. Children frequently experience improvement early in treatment.
Have you ever wondered whether your child would benefit from in-person therapy? I offer a phone consultation to answer any questions you may have. I can assist your child and family resolve challenges and becoming their own therapists by teaching them how to overcome obstacles to succeed. I am skilled at helping parents, children, and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, social issues, self-esteem, and academic issues. My approach is solution-focused. Sessions are tailored to your child's specific needs. I am approachable and genuine. Children frequently experience improvement early in treatment.
(646) 904-4481 View (646) 904-4481
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Karen Arsham Tsiropinas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10023
I work with children, teens, young adults and parents to help identify the root cause of disruptive or challenging behaviors that are affecting life at school or within the home environment. My clients are often dealing with anxiety, education challenges, impulse control issues, peer conflict, family conflict, life transitions, school refusal and more. I work with parents to provide a different perspective on the unmet needs that often cause the disruptions in every day life.
I work with children, teens, young adults and parents to help identify the root cause of disruptive or challenging behaviors that are affecting life at school or within the home environment. My clients are often dealing with anxiety, education challenges, impulse control issues, peer conflict, family conflict, life transitions, school refusal and more. I work with parents to provide a different perspective on the unmet needs that often cause the disruptions in every day life.
(646) 832-3981 View (646) 832-3981
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Dr. Marc A Gerber
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10128
I have ample experience working with adults, couples, families and children (I am also a school psychologist).
I am a cognitive behavioral therapist with experience helping people feel better emotionally, behave more functionally and experience long-lasting change. I specialize in anxiety and depression, and employ a present-oriented, structured therapy that involves problem solving, mindfulness and looking at things from a new, more helpful perspective. I also employ outcome measures so we can closely gauge our progress, without having to make vague estimates. I studied applied psychology at New York University, and went on to receive my Doctor of Psychology at St. John's University where I received intensive CBT training.
I have ample experience working with adults, couples, families and children (I am also a school psychologist).
I am a cognitive behavioral therapist with experience helping people feel better emotionally, behave more functionally and experience long-lasting change. I specialize in anxiety and depression, and employ a present-oriented, structured therapy that involves problem solving, mindfulness and looking at things from a new, more helpful perspective. I also employ outcome measures so we can closely gauge our progress, without having to make vague estimates. I studied applied psychology at New York University, and went on to receive my Doctor of Psychology at St. John's University where I received intensive CBT training.
(929) 209-5934 View (929) 209-5934
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Megan Harkins
MA, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10105
My experience extends to working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults dealing with anxiety, autism, ADHD, sibling conflicts, low self-esteem, and poor social skills.
Taking the initial step to open up and initiate therapy can be quite difficult. If you’re here, you’ve already accomplished one of the toughest parts of your journey. Together, we can embark on a path to acquire valuable skills that will enrich your daily life. I approach each individual from where they currently are, offering a warm and accepting environment to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. My goal is to help my clients strengthen their sense of self, ultimately reducing their suffering while increasing their joy and fulfillment.
My experience extends to working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults dealing with anxiety, autism, ADHD, sibling conflicts, low self-esteem, and poor social skills.
Taking the initial step to open up and initiate therapy can be quite difficult. If you’re here, you’ve already accomplished one of the toughest parts of your journey. Together, we can embark on a path to acquire valuable skills that will enrich your daily life. I approach each individual from where they currently are, offering a warm and accepting environment to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. My goal is to help my clients strengthen their sense of self, ultimately reducing their suffering while increasing their joy and fulfillment.
(347) 835-4716 View (347) 835-4716
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Susan Paul Firestone
Art Therapist, PhD, LCAT, ATR-BC, MA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10012
As an artist and art psychotherapist, I have found creativity to be a key in getting to possibilities and an expanded outlook. Working with children and adults has taught me that there is a way to access this in conversation and/or through creative arts therapies, such as art or writing. It is a rewarding experience to tap into one's inner resources and awaken the sources of active imagination for experiencing life in one's own unique form. My approach in therapy is client-centered and relationally based.
As an artist and art psychotherapist, I have found creativity to be a key in getting to possibilities and an expanded outlook. Working with children and adults has taught me that there is a way to access this in conversation and/or through creative arts therapies, such as art or writing. It is a rewarding experience to tap into one's inner resources and awaken the sources of active imagination for experiencing life in one's own unique form. My approach in therapy is client-centered and relationally based.
(646) 461-4353 View (646) 461-4353
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Jennifer L. Hartstein
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
I work within a Cognitive Behavioral framework but am trained in a variety of techniques and frequently incorporate them into the treatment I provide. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and have extensive experience working with depressed, suicidal and self-injuring teens and their families. Additionally, I am trained to work with children with disruptive behaviors and their parents. I also conduct psychoeducational evaluations to determine appropriate school placement, identify learning issues and offer academic recommendations.
I work within a Cognitive Behavioral framework but am trained in a variety of techniques and frequently incorporate them into the treatment I provide. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and have extensive experience working with depressed, suicidal and self-injuring teens and their families. Additionally, I am trained to work with children with disruptive behaviors and their parents. I also conduct psychoeducational evaluations to determine appropriate school placement, identify learning issues and offer academic recommendations.
(646) 351-1668 View (646) 351-1668
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Isabel Jay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10028  (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is most informed by cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, interpersonal psychotherapy and narrative therapy. In our work together I hope to help you make change in your life and manage struggles such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma and coping with life changes. In my practice, I am experienced working with children and parents, adolescents and adults. All sessions are currently telehealth with some in-person hours for children or vaccinated individuals beginning October 2021.
My approach to therapy is most informed by cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, interpersonal psychotherapy and narrative therapy. In our work together I hope to help you make change in your life and manage struggles such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma and coping with life changes. In my practice, I am experienced working with children and parents, adolescents and adults. All sessions are currently telehealth with some in-person hours for children or vaccinated individuals beginning October 2021.
(917) 960-9872 View (917) 960-9872
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Allysen Manz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
When working with children and adolescents, I believe in taking a pragmatic approach.
I believe in being an active collaborator in psychotherapy sessions. My style is warm, frank, and attentive to the processes of healing and change. Therapy is not a one size fits all type of experience. Using creativity, exploration and feedback, we will discover the unique combination of insight, emotional processing, coping skills and lifestyle changes that will help you reach your goals and enhance your sense of well-being.
When working with children and adolescents, I believe in taking a pragmatic approach.
I believe in being an active collaborator in psychotherapy sessions. My style is warm, frank, and attentive to the processes of healing and change. Therapy is not a one size fits all type of experience. Using creativity, exploration and feedback, we will discover the unique combination of insight, emotional processing, coping skills and lifestyle changes that will help you reach your goals and enhance your sense of well-being.
(917) 979-9243 View (917) 979-9243
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Irina Derkacheva
Art Therapist, LCAT
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
I have extensive experience helping adults and children manage anxiety, depression, and trauma reactions. I can help you examine the causes and develop a coping plan. We can explore your individual goals and examine unhelpful habits and patterns that stand in the way.
I have extensive experience helping adults and children manage anxiety, depression, and trauma reactions. I can help you examine the causes and develop a coping plan. We can explore your individual goals and examine unhelpful habits and patterns that stand in the way.
(646) 921-7874 View (646) 921-7874
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Allison G Sitrin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
I specialize in evaluating and working with preschoolers, school aged children and adolescents with a range of psychological, educational and neuropsychological issues. These issues include developmental delays, learning disorders, chronic medical conditions, divorce, remarriage, adoption and PTSD. As part of the process, I work closely with each child's family and offer parent guidance. My goal is to help your child resume moving forward on his or her own developmental path as efficiently as possible. While trained in a psychodyamic approach, I incorporate cognitive behavioral strategies and a deep understanding of attachment research and neuropsychology into my work.
I specialize in evaluating and working with preschoolers, school aged children and adolescents with a range of psychological, educational and neuropsychological issues. These issues include developmental delays, learning disorders, chronic medical conditions, divorce, remarriage, adoption and PTSD. As part of the process, I work closely with each child's family and offer parent guidance. My goal is to help your child resume moving forward on his or her own developmental path as efficiently as possible. While trained in a psychodyamic approach, I incorporate cognitive behavioral strategies and a deep understanding of attachment research and neuropsychology into my work.
(917) 512-2429 View (917) 512-2429
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Jocelyn S Shaw Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD, BC-DMT, LCAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10119
I help children, adolescents, adults and families with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, school and behavioral challenges, life transitions and developmental delays, and family and relationship concerns. My work is informed by cognitive behavioral therapy, dynamic psychotherapy, family systems, and mind-body approaches.
I help children, adolescents, adults and families with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, school and behavioral challenges, life transitions and developmental delays, and family and relationship concerns. My work is informed by cognitive behavioral therapy, dynamic psychotherapy, family systems, and mind-body approaches.
(203) 916-6739 View (203) 916-6739
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Rosalie Baldwin Amy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
I work with children, adolescents and adults using various evidenced-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Are you struggling with anxiety, frequent sadness, or trauma symptoms? Would you like support around managing relationship challenges, loneliness, or uncertainty about your future? Are you unsure how to handle your child’s recent mood or behavior changes? If so, working with a therapist can help you find relief. Together we can explore new ways to cope with painful emotions, set your child up for success, manage life transitions, accomplish value-based goals, foster meaningful relationships and gain insight into what may be contributing to your long-standing concerns.
I work with children, adolescents and adults using various evidenced-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Are you struggling with anxiety, frequent sadness, or trauma symptoms? Would you like support around managing relationship challenges, loneliness, or uncertainty about your future? Are you unsure how to handle your child’s recent mood or behavior changes? If so, working with a therapist can help you find relief. Together we can explore new ways to cope with painful emotions, set your child up for success, manage life transitions, accomplish value-based goals, foster meaningful relationships and gain insight into what may be contributing to your long-standing concerns.
(347) 690-7261 View (347) 690-7261
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Lisa Beth Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BCD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025
Life is learning. We all have obstacles to smoothly incorporating information into the way we live our lives. Behaving reasonably is easier said than done. The process of learning to live our lives well requires commitment, humility and openness. These qualities are cultivated within a trusted relationship. There are no shortcuts to an open mind. having worked extensively with children and adults, in school, clinic, day treatment and hospital settings, I'm best suited to treating children, parents, relationship issues, addiction issues and issues of narcissistic personalities. I have experience with EMDR, an excellent tool.
Life is learning. We all have obstacles to smoothly incorporating information into the way we live our lives. Behaving reasonably is easier said than done. The process of learning to live our lives well requires commitment, humility and openness. These qualities are cultivated within a trusted relationship. There are no shortcuts to an open mind. having worked extensively with children and adults, in school, clinic, day treatment and hospital settings, I'm best suited to treating children, parents, relationship issues, addiction issues and issues of narcissistic personalities. I have experience with EMDR, an excellent tool.
(646) 233-0101 View (646) 233-0101
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Liz Morrison Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
Therapists at Liz Morrison Therapy will help you to achieve your goals by providing you, your child, or your family with the highest quality mental health service. As specialists in children and families, our approach to helping you find results through psychotherapy is based on our experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in mental health facilities, schools, and private practice settings. Our challenging and direct, yet compassionate and considerate approach will allow you to reach your highest potential.
Therapists at Liz Morrison Therapy will help you to achieve your goals by providing you, your child, or your family with the highest quality mental health service. As specialists in children and families, our approach to helping you find results through psychotherapy is based on our experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in mental health facilities, schools, and private practice settings. Our challenging and direct, yet compassionate and considerate approach will allow you to reach your highest potential.
(347) 836-4014 View (347) 836-4014
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Life Lyrics Music Therapy
LCAT, MT-BC, MA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10017
Each family has a different story and unique voice which may have drawn you to music therapy for many reasons. I have expanded my passion to help children and families communicate and grow together as they navigate through life. During each session, I will listen and observe your story, build off of your strengths, and assist in growing life skills and personal relationships. I can utilize musical interventions such as singing, instrumental improvisation, and songwriting while also using verbal processing where necessary, in order to reach personalized goals.
Each family has a different story and unique voice which may have drawn you to music therapy for many reasons. I have expanded my passion to help children and families communicate and grow together as they navigate through life. During each session, I will listen and observe your story, build off of your strengths, and assist in growing life skills and personal relationships. I can utilize musical interventions such as singing, instrumental improvisation, and songwriting while also using verbal processing where necessary, in order to reach personalized goals.
(929) 492-2547 View (929) 492-2547
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Lauren Dobbs
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10028
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
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Olga Poznansky
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
I see adults and adolescents in psychotherapy and psychoanalysis, and children in play therapy.
Life can be difficult at times. For many of us protecting ourselves from knowing our suffering can take the form of troubling emotional symptoms, self-destructiveness as well as anxieties and inhibitions. Yet it is precisely these symptoms we must take the time to listen to as messages communicating something essential and understandable about our suffering, fears, and wishes - the emotional meanings of our personal history. By listening to you closely and carefully, we will explore together thoughts and feelings that were previously unknown to you yet powerfully affect your life. Talking changes the way things look.
I see adults and adolescents in psychotherapy and psychoanalysis, and children in play therapy.
Life can be difficult at times. For many of us protecting ourselves from knowing our suffering can take the form of troubling emotional symptoms, self-destructiveness as well as anxieties and inhibitions. Yet it is precisely these symptoms we must take the time to listen to as messages communicating something essential and understandable about our suffering, fears, and wishes - the emotional meanings of our personal history. By listening to you closely and carefully, we will explore together thoughts and feelings that were previously unknown to you yet powerfully affect your life. Talking changes the way things look.
(917) 994-6350 View (917) 994-6350
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Child Therapy NYC- PAC PSYCH
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025
Our practice offers a unique opportunity for parents struggling with their young children's disruptive behaviors and/or attention problems (such as ADHD) through our specialization in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
PAC Psych is a small group private practice conveniently located on the upper west side of Manhattan run by Dr. Hayley Cooper. The mission of Parent and Child Psychological Services is to bring well researched and empirically supported therapies to children, adolescents and their families with a particular focus on anxiety, attachment and young children experiencing behavior difficulties both at home and in school. We believe that a collaborative relationship with parents and sometimes schools is often the best way to achieve successful results.
Our practice offers a unique opportunity for parents struggling with their young children's disruptive behaviors and/or attention problems (such as ADHD) through our specialization in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
PAC Psych is a small group private practice conveniently located on the upper west side of Manhattan run by Dr. Hayley Cooper. The mission of Parent and Child Psychological Services is to bring well researched and empirically supported therapies to children, adolescents and their families with a particular focus on anxiety, attachment and young children experiencing behavior difficulties both at home and in school. We believe that a collaborative relationship with parents and sometimes schools is often the best way to achieve successful results.
(646) 600-5234 View (646) 600-5234
Child Therapists
Child psychologists in New York, NY 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 New York 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.