Child Therapists in Seattle, WA
Chessie Rebecca Snider
Counselor, MEd-MHP, LMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98108
I specialize in helping children with difficulties adjusting to a new environment due to changes.
I’m a queer trauma family therapist with a background based in research & evidence based practice. I provide support for kids, adults & caregivers in transition & needing support with life’s many challenges. I specialize in skill building for friendships, trans affirming treatment, emotional dysregulation, confidence, general anxiety & grief. My goal is to provide a space for adults, parents & children to engage in therapy to promote strong bonds within the self & community, and become a self-sufficient unit outside of my care. I look forward to connecting with you and/or your kid!
I specialize in helping children with difficulties adjusting to a new environment due to changes.
I’m a queer trauma family therapist with a background based in research & evidence based practice. I provide support for kids, adults & caregivers in transition & needing support with life’s many challenges. I specialize in skill building for friendships, trans affirming treatment, emotional dysregulation, confidence, general anxiety & grief. My goal is to provide a space for adults, parents & children to engage in therapy to promote strong bonds within the self & community, and become a self-sufficient unit outside of my care. I look forward to connecting with you and/or your kid!
Kelsie Bliss Therapy
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98116 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults, teens and children around issues related to trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, big life changes and improving personal relationships.
As of 12/15/23 I am currently taking new patients via Zoom. Late afternoon and evening appointments available.
I specialize in working with adults, teens and children around issues related to trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, big life changes and improving personal relationships.
As of 12/15/23 I am currently taking new patients via Zoom. Late afternoon and evening appointments available.
Alex Rabern
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98107
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel down and unable to ask those you are close to for help? Are you out of energy for the important parts of your life? Do new stresses pop up quicker than you seem to adjust to old ones? Do you feel unheard in your relationships? You may be looking for a new path forward, even while you appreciate for all the ways you have helped yourself and been helped by others along the way. Similarly, you may also be looking for help for your child or teen who is struggling in some of these ways.
Do you feel down and unable to ask those you are close to for help? Are you out of energy for the important parts of your life? Do new stresses pop up quicker than you seem to adjust to old ones? Do you feel unheard in your relationships? You may be looking for a new path forward, even while you appreciate for all the ways you have helped yourself and been helped by others along the way. Similarly, you may also be looking for help for your child or teen who is struggling in some of these ways.
Eric Woodward
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98103
I am here to listen and help you find healing whether you are struggling with self confidence, negative self beliefs, anxiety, depression, trauma or trauma related stressors, conflict, identity formation, and other issues rooted in child and adolescent development. Rather than judging yourself and feeling you should be or do something different, we will seek to understand the original purpose of the thoughts, beliefs and behaviors with self compassion to better engage the world around you today.
I am here to listen and help you find healing whether you are struggling with self confidence, negative self beliefs, anxiety, depression, trauma or trauma related stressors, conflict, identity formation, and other issues rooted in child and adolescent development. Rather than judging yourself and feeling you should be or do something different, we will seek to understand the original purpose of the thoughts, beliefs and behaviors with self compassion to better engage the world around you today.
Danielle Gonzales
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98116
Are you looking for help with your child’s difficult behaviors, emotional struggles, and support through life changes? Are you a parent that feels uncertain or overwhelmed and needs some support? Do you need space to uncover the insights you hold within and strengthen your relationship with your self, child, or family?
I believe that a safe and accepting therapeutic relationship is necessary to process difficult experiences and rediscover the wisdom held within ourselves—no matter our age. I help children, parents, and women regain joy, uncover confidence, feel seen, and find insights that lead to desired changes.
Are you looking for help with your child’s difficult behaviors, emotional struggles, and support through life changes? Are you a parent that feels uncertain or overwhelmed and needs some support? Do you need space to uncover the insights you hold within and strengthen your relationship with your self, child, or family?
I believe that a safe and accepting therapeutic relationship is necessary to process difficult experiences and rediscover the wisdom held within ourselves—no matter our age. I help children, parents, and women regain joy, uncover confidence, feel seen, and find insights that lead to desired changes.
Madeline Frank
PhD, BCBA-D, LBA
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98125
I specialize in providing ABA therapy for children of all ages and parent/family training to address problem behavior in the home, school, and community.
My experience as a behavior analyst spans educational, clinical, and home/community settings. I worked for several years as a special education classroom teacher and I feel strongly that parent involvement/training is critical for a child's success. I aim to provide children and families with tools to rapidly improve language comprehension and vocalization, replace problem behaviors, teach self-help skills, and enhance age-appropriate social skills. I primarily work with children between 2-10 years old, but have experience working with clients up to 21 years old.
I specialize in providing ABA therapy for children of all ages and parent/family training to address problem behavior in the home, school, and community.
My experience as a behavior analyst spans educational, clinical, and home/community settings. I worked for several years as a special education classroom teacher and I feel strongly that parent involvement/training is critical for a child's success. I aim to provide children and families with tools to rapidly improve language comprehension and vocalization, replace problem behaviors, teach self-help skills, and enhance age-appropriate social skills. I primarily work with children between 2-10 years old, but have experience working with clients up to 21 years old.
Grant Dwayne Mundell
Counselor, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98144 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have more than 10 years of experience working with children and teens in both outpatient and high acuity inpatient hospital settings. I specialize in trauma, gender identify, sexual identity, and general mental health concerns. I offer a warm, welcoming style where I see you as a collaborator on a journey towards mental well-being. Reflective listening, unconditional positive regard, strengths-based focus, collaboration around together finding strategies that work for you. I offer support, understanding, empathy, and a collaborative approach that helps empower you with what you need to find the relief, and happiness.
I have more than 10 years of experience working with children and teens in both outpatient and high acuity inpatient hospital settings. I specialize in trauma, gender identify, sexual identity, and general mental health concerns. I offer a warm, welcoming style where I see you as a collaborator on a journey towards mental well-being. Reflective listening, unconditional positive regard, strengths-based focus, collaboration around together finding strategies that work for you. I offer support, understanding, empathy, and a collaborative approach that helps empower you with what you need to find the relief, and happiness.
Leif Weigel
MT-BC, NMT
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98104 (Online Only)
If you are the parent of an exceptional learner or child with special needs, I understand the complexity of finding your child the services best suited for them.
No matter the challenge, learning can (and should) work in harmony with each learners needs. If you're exhausted from endless IEP meetings and looking for a learning environment rooted in therapeutic MUSIC, creativity & joy, I'd love to work with your child! Together we can amplify their potential academically, socially, developmentally, expressively, and for their holistic wellbeing. I implement effective, evidence-based treatment to help them succeed in multiple facets of their life. Fostering an inclusive therapeutic learning environment is the heart of my practice.
If you are the parent of an exceptional learner or child with special needs, I understand the complexity of finding your child the services best suited for them.
No matter the challenge, learning can (and should) work in harmony with each learners needs. If you're exhausted from endless IEP meetings and looking for a learning environment rooted in therapeutic MUSIC, creativity & joy, I'd love to work with your child! Together we can amplify their potential academically, socially, developmentally, expressively, and for their holistic wellbeing. I implement effective, evidence-based treatment to help them succeed in multiple facets of their life. Fostering an inclusive therapeutic learning environment is the heart of my practice.
Jill A Forsberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, CMHS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98106
I believe Success in therapy is built on the strengths you have within. Whether you are a young child, a teen an adult or a family, I will work with you to find those strengths and use them to find the change you are looking for.
I work with individuals and families on issues ranging from depression and anxiety, behavior problems, school problems, and family conflict. I work with families with children of all ages. Whether working individually or with a family, I approach clinical issues from a systemic point of view.
I believe Success in therapy is built on the strengths you have within. Whether you are a young child, a teen an adult or a family, I will work with you to find those strengths and use them to find the change you are looking for.
I work with individuals and families on issues ranging from depression and anxiety, behavior problems, school problems, and family conflict. I work with families with children of all ages. Whether working individually or with a family, I approach clinical issues from a systemic point of view.
Mark E. Mirante LMFT, Counseling on Green Lake
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CMHS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98115
My work is focused on helping relationships function well, whether I am assisting individuals (children, youth and adults), couples and families.
I am a licensed Marriage (Couple) and Family Therapist and an American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Clinical Fellow and Approved Supervisor with over 30 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families from a broad range of ethnic, cultural, physical health, gender, socio-economic and sexual diversity. My experience includes many persons and families challenged by high conflict and multiple interlaced problems. I have extensive experience helping children, teens, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and the impact of grief, trauma and challenging relationships and/or a family member's chemical dependency.
My work is focused on helping relationships function well, whether I am assisting individuals (children, youth and adults), couples and families.
I am a licensed Marriage (Couple) and Family Therapist and an American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Clinical Fellow and Approved Supervisor with over 30 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families from a broad range of ethnic, cultural, physical health, gender, socio-economic and sexual diversity. My experience includes many persons and families challenged by high conflict and multiple interlaced problems. I have extensive experience helping children, teens, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and the impact of grief, trauma and challenging relationships and/or a family member's chemical dependency.
Mariette Guidry
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98109
As a Child & Family Therapist, I help your child or teen navigate through important life challenges. I strive to create a safe space where children can feel comfortable and understood, making it easier for them to engage with therapy in a beneficial way.
As a Child & Family Therapist, I help your child or teen navigate through important life challenges. I strive to create a safe space where children can feel comfortable and understood, making it easier for them to engage with therapy in a beneficial way.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98103
I use Integrative Child-Centered Play Therapy, Sandtray Therapy, and Filial Therapy (Family Play Therapy).
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Associate (LMFTA) in WA. I received my Master’s Degree in Couples and Family Therapy & a Play Therapy Certificate from Antioch University Seattle. I currently have limited availability, reach out to me using this form: hipaa.jotform.com/230046103107034
I use Integrative Child-Centered Play Therapy, Sandtray Therapy, and Filial Therapy (Family Play Therapy).
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Associate (LMFTA) in WA. I received my Master’s Degree in Couples and Family Therapy & a Play Therapy Certificate from Antioch University Seattle. I currently have limited availability, reach out to me using this form: hipaa.jotform.com/230046103107034
Melissa Gaytán Johnson
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98198 (Online Only)
Limited appts avail: Families are facing difficult feelings in these unprecedented times, challenging their sense of wellness & in creating safety resilience & peace. Adjusting to new situations within one's life includes finding coping skills to lessen the impact on your mental & physical well-being. I offer support to children, teens, adults & parents as they navigate their feelings, relationships, and place within their community, school & family. I promote the balance of mind, body & spirit utilizing compassionate holistic interventions, honoring inner strength, individuality & respecting multiculturalism.
Limited appts avail: Families are facing difficult feelings in these unprecedented times, challenging their sense of wellness & in creating safety resilience & peace. Adjusting to new situations within one's life includes finding coping skills to lessen the impact on your mental & physical well-being. I offer support to children, teens, adults & parents as they navigate their feelings, relationships, and place within their community, school & family. I promote the balance of mind, body & spirit utilizing compassionate holistic interventions, honoring inner strength, individuality & respecting multiculturalism.
Ed Aronwald
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98118
I work with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, grief and loss, family changes, challenging peer relationships and the behaviors that can result from these issues. I have training and experience using Play Therapy and Sandplay, which employ children's natural way of communicating and learning, as well as other therapeutic modalities as appropriate to each individual. My approach is client centered and often non-directive, believing that when children experience emotional safety in a non-judgmental relationship, their inner wisdom naturally emerges to guide their learning, healing and growth.
I work with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, grief and loss, family changes, challenging peer relationships and the behaviors that can result from these issues. I have training and experience using Play Therapy and Sandplay, which employ children's natural way of communicating and learning, as well as other therapeutic modalities as appropriate to each individual. My approach is client centered and often non-directive, believing that when children experience emotional safety in a non-judgmental relationship, their inner wisdom naturally emerges to guide their learning, healing and growth.
Julia Rudin Gorelik
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98112
I specialize in psychological and psycho-educational evaluations with both children and adolescents. I have extensive clinical experience in the assessment of children with academic, social-emotional, and behavioral difficulties. My expertise is in the diagnostic assessment of developmental delays, learning disabilities, intellectual disability, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD), and autism. I use a child's pattern of strengths and weaknesses to help guide treatment recommendations. I also provide IQ/Gifted evaluations, early entrance Kindergarten and College Board documentation testing, and school consultation.
I specialize in psychological and psycho-educational evaluations with both children and adolescents. I have extensive clinical experience in the assessment of children with academic, social-emotional, and behavioral difficulties. My expertise is in the diagnostic assessment of developmental delays, learning disabilities, intellectual disability, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD), and autism. I use a child's pattern of strengths and weaknesses to help guide treatment recommendations. I also provide IQ/Gifted evaluations, early entrance Kindergarten and College Board documentation testing, and school consultation.
Rebekah Sieg
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98109 (Online Only)
I offer individual counseling for the child or young adult, but I also offer collaborative work with families, school systems, and other service providers in the community.
I provide therapeutic care and support for children and young adults facing changes or challenges. In my work with this age-group over the past 7 years, I have found that an incredible amount of development, exploration, and identify formation occurs during these stages of life. It can be difficult at times to separate out who we really are, from the problems and situations we may face. Through my strengths-based approach, I aim to provide a safe and encouraging space for each of my clients to work through their unique experiences, identify their individual strengths, find healing, explore their goals, and recognize their potential.
I offer individual counseling for the child or young adult, but I also offer collaborative work with families, school systems, and other service providers in the community.
I provide therapeutic care and support for children and young adults facing changes or challenges. In my work with this age-group over the past 7 years, I have found that an incredible amount of development, exploration, and identify formation occurs during these stages of life. It can be difficult at times to separate out who we really are, from the problems and situations we may face. Through my strengths-based approach, I aim to provide a safe and encouraging space for each of my clients to work through their unique experiences, identify their individual strengths, find healing, explore their goals, and recognize their potential.
Nicole Lynn Peters
Counselor, LMHCA, BSL, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98101 (Online Only)
I can provide telehealth services in WA and PA. I have been in the field of mental health and substance use disorders for over 20 years. I have worked in many aspects of field from case management to therapist. I have worked with many of my local community agencies to support the diverse populations I have worked with. I have worked with mostly youth, ages birth to 21, and families. I have obtained my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling and substance use disorders from Walden University. I am nationally certified as a counselor. I currently am the director of a local behavioral health agency for children.
I can provide telehealth services in WA and PA. I have been in the field of mental health and substance use disorders for over 20 years. I have worked in many aspects of field from case management to therapist. I have worked with many of my local community agencies to support the diverse populations I have worked with. I have worked with mostly youth, ages birth to 21, and families. I have obtained my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling and substance use disorders from Walden University. I am nationally certified as a counselor. I currently am the director of a local behavioral health agency for children.
Underhill Children's Therapy, PLLC
Counselor, MSc, LMHC, CCLS
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98119
My approach is relationship and strength-based, and informed by my knowledge of child development, attachment theory and positive parenting techniques.
Parenting can be challenging, and it's not always intuitive to know what to do to help your child when they are struggling. Working with a therapist who specializes in play therapy, a developmentally appropriate method of providing mental health support to children, can lay the ground work for your child's future success and well being.
My approach is relationship and strength-based, and informed by my knowledge of child development, attachment theory and positive parenting techniques.
Parenting can be challenging, and it's not always intuitive to know what to do to help your child when they are struggling. Working with a therapist who specializes in play therapy, a developmentally appropriate method of providing mental health support to children, can lay the ground work for your child's future success and well being.
James E Bederaux-Cayne
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98116
In addition, I have specialized interest, training, and experience in child and adolescent therapy, early childhood mental health issues, marriage & family therapy, complex grief, disaster & PTSD counseling, mediation & high conflict family problems.
I will actively use my training and experience to help you meet your needs & goals. Successful treatment is a direct result of mutual efforts, honesty, respect, and collaboration. Life is full of transitions. Many transitions require skill to navigate. Some happen easily and others require thought, planning and occasionally outside help. I regularly help people manage depression, anxiety, life & work transitions, relationship problems, the processing of and recovery from trauma, and developmental issues throughout the lifespan.
In addition, I have specialized interest, training, and experience in child and adolescent therapy, early childhood mental health issues, marriage & family therapy, complex grief, disaster & PTSD counseling, mediation & high conflict family problems.
I will actively use my training and experience to help you meet your needs & goals. Successful treatment is a direct result of mutual efforts, honesty, respect, and collaboration. Life is full of transitions. Many transitions require skill to navigate. Some happen easily and others require thought, planning and occasionally outside help. I regularly help people manage depression, anxiety, life & work transitions, relationship problems, the processing of and recovery from trauma, and developmental issues throughout the lifespan.
Bee Cook
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98119
My ideal clients are children, teens and adults seeking greater self-understanding and inner wholeness. For kids, I help with big emotions, social struggles, learning differences and managing life changes. Teens come to me for identity development, relationships, school pressures, family issues and mood disorders. Adults see me for anxiety, trauma, personal growth and chronic health challenges. Their goals are to feel understood, express themselves, gain tools to relate healthier with themselves and others and rewrite old narratives that hold them back.
My ideal clients are children, teens and adults seeking greater self-understanding and inner wholeness. For kids, I help with big emotions, social struggles, learning differences and managing life changes. Teens come to me for identity development, relationships, school pressures, family issues and mood disorders. Adults see me for anxiety, trauma, personal growth and chronic health challenges. Their goals are to feel understood, express themselves, gain tools to relate healthier with themselves and others and rewrite old narratives that hold them back.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Seattle, WA 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 Seattle 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 Seattle 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.