Toddler Therapists in Washington, DC
I am a licensed social worker in Washington, DC (LMSW), who loves to help folks. I would be honored to be a part of your therapeutic journey. I work with all clients but specialize in the Black/Brown communities, LGBTQ population, individuals and adolescents, and mindfulness and ADHD. I value intersectionality, solutions-focused work, and holistic practices. I support clients throughout their lives, working with them to navigate all its ups and downs.
I am a licensed social worker in Washington, DC (LMSW), who loves to help folks. I would be honored to be a part of your therapeutic journey. I work with all clients but specialize in the Black/Brown communities, LGBTQ population, individuals and adolescents, and mindfulness and ADHD. I value intersectionality, solutions-focused work, and holistic practices. I support clients throughout their lives, working with them to navigate all its ups and downs.
As a psychologist with more than 13 years of experience, I bring a thoughtful and down-to-earth approach to helping children, teens, and adults manage stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. I combine evidence-based techniques with warmth and insight to help clients gain clarity and create meaningful change. My goal is to create an accepting space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. I believe that real growth happens when you feel safe enough to be open and honest about what’s going on in your life.
As a psychologist with more than 13 years of experience, I bring a thoughtful and down-to-earth approach to helping children, teens, and adults manage stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. I combine evidence-based techniques with warmth and insight to help clients gain clarity and create meaningful change. My goal is to create an accepting space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. I believe that real growth happens when you feel safe enough to be open and honest about what’s going on in your life.
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, substance use problems, or difficulties related to past traumatic experiences, I would like to help you to improve your quality of life. My gentle, compassionate, nonjudgmental style will enable us to create a therapeutic alliance that feels attuned and engaged. Within the context of this safe, validating relationship you can explore important personal material, increase understanding, grow, and heal.
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, substance use problems, or difficulties related to past traumatic experiences, I would like to help you to improve your quality of life. My gentle, compassionate, nonjudgmental style will enable us to create a therapeutic alliance that feels attuned and engaged. Within the context of this safe, validating relationship you can explore important personal material, increase understanding, grow, and heal.
I believe in the resiliency of people. Whether you face a relational issue, loss of a loved one, trauma, or ongoing mental health concern, I can work with you to create positive change and move you through a healing process by identifying your existing coping skills and building on your strengths and community. I have a collaborative approach-and expect that we will work together to create change. I like to work with adults as well as children and families as I believe that variety makes me a better therapist. When working with children, I work closely with the family.
I believe in the resiliency of people. Whether you face a relational issue, loss of a loved one, trauma, or ongoing mental health concern, I can work with you to create positive change and move you through a healing process by identifying your existing coping skills and building on your strengths and community. I have a collaborative approach-and expect that we will work together to create change. I like to work with adults as well as children and families as I believe that variety makes me a better therapist. When working with children, I work closely with the family.
I am Sarah Jones, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with 10 years of experience in individual therapy and child and family consultation work. I am passionate about combining art therapy and play techniques in my practice to help clients with adjustment issues, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. During the pandemic, I expanded my practice to focus more on adult work, offering telehealth sessions and leading group art therapy for cancer survivors. I completed my Master of Science in Counseling and Art Therapy from Mount Mary University.
I am Sarah Jones, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with 10 years of experience in individual therapy and child and family consultation work. I am passionate about combining art therapy and play techniques in my practice to help clients with adjustment issues, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. During the pandemic, I expanded my practice to focus more on adult work, offering telehealth sessions and leading group art therapy for cancer survivors. I completed my Master of Science in Counseling and Art Therapy from Mount Mary University.
My passion for supporting individuals and families stems from the belief that everyone can thrive in the right environment and with strong supports. My goal is to provide reliable support that promotes healing, growth and the creation of a positive personal and familial atmosphere for those that I work with. I am experienced in supporting children, parents and families through challenging life circumstances, trauma processing, and changes in family structure and composition. I see immense value in supporting the processing of familial experiences and relationships to promote future resilience and break unhealthy cycles.
My passion for supporting individuals and families stems from the belief that everyone can thrive in the right environment and with strong supports. My goal is to provide reliable support that promotes healing, growth and the creation of a positive personal and familial atmosphere for those that I work with. I am experienced in supporting children, parents and families through challenging life circumstances, trauma processing, and changes in family structure and composition. I see immense value in supporting the processing of familial experiences and relationships to promote future resilience and break unhealthy cycles.
Got a little one struggling with behavior issues? Perhaps you have a bigger one and you're not sure what the problems could be? I've worked with toddlers, young children, and teens experiencing challenges with depression, anxiety, problems with social media, and academic issues. I am consistent, honest, and work hard to ensure kids are gaining what's needed to enjoy both social and emotional success. I even work with teachers and daycare staff. If you need assistance with a challenging student, I can provide specialized school support to help determine next best steps.
Got a little one struggling with behavior issues? Perhaps you have a bigger one and you're not sure what the problems could be? I've worked with toddlers, young children, and teens experiencing challenges with depression, anxiety, problems with social media, and academic issues. I am consistent, honest, and work hard to ensure kids are gaining what's needed to enjoy both social and emotional success. I even work with teachers and daycare staff. If you need assistance with a challenging student, I can provide specialized school support to help determine next best steps.
For over 25 years, Dr. Zimmitti and the Georgetown Psychology team have been dedicated to providing a broad range of mental health services for people of all ages. Our mission is to make accessing high-quality mental health care as seamless as possible, offering everything from comprehensive testing to personalized therapy in one place. Our motto, “Life Happens. We’re Here,” embodies our commitment to being a dependable source of support and guidance, no matter what life throws your way.
For over 25 years, Dr. Zimmitti and the Georgetown Psychology team have been dedicated to providing a broad range of mental health services for people of all ages. Our mission is to make accessing high-quality mental health care as seamless as possible, offering everything from comprehensive testing to personalized therapy in one place. Our motto, “Life Happens. We’re Here,” embodies our commitment to being a dependable source of support and guidance, no matter what life throws your way.
Parents: We will create solutions to the worries you have about your baby, toddler, or older child.
I team with adults, children, and parents to create solutions and awaken aspects of themselves they would like to grow. We work together to heal past pain, strengthen, and to build a fresh start. Our sessions will allow you to take time for yourself to step away from the expectations and pressures of the outside world so that you can feel, see, and build a stronger self. Taking a break from work, school, and life for one or two sessions a week allows for clarity of mind, strengthening of self, and a generation of a new mindset. I will work as your guide in providing you the tools you need to live your life more fully.
Parents: We will create solutions to the worries you have about your baby, toddler, or older child.
I team with adults, children, and parents to create solutions and awaken aspects of themselves they would like to grow. We work together to heal past pain, strengthen, and to build a fresh start. Our sessions will allow you to take time for yourself to step away from the expectations and pressures of the outside world so that you can feel, see, and build a stronger self. Taking a break from work, school, and life for one or two sessions a week allows for clarity of mind, strengthening of self, and a generation of a new mindset. I will work as your guide in providing you the tools you need to live your life more fully.
Hi, I’m Julia Davies, a licensed professional counselor with a passion for helping children, adolescents, and young women navigate life’s challenges. Whether it's coping with self-esteem struggles, adjusting to parents’ divorce, or working toward recovery and sobriety, I offer a compassionate, supportive space where healing and growth can happen.
Hi, I’m Julia Davies, a licensed professional counselor with a passion for helping children, adolescents, and young women navigate life’s challenges. Whether it's coping with self-esteem struggles, adjusting to parents’ divorce, or working toward recovery and sobriety, I offer a compassionate, supportive space where healing and growth can happen.
“Warm and compassionate with a no-nonsense approach” is how my clients describe me. I have been working with children and adolescents for over 25 years and as a licensed clinical social worker for 15 years. I provide therapy to children, adolescents, adults and families. My broad range of experience includes helping clients struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, gender identity & issues related to sexual orientation. I have the unique experience of guiding families through grief and issues related to chronic illness such as HIV and cancer. Often, I engage the whole family to address communication barriers.
“Warm and compassionate with a no-nonsense approach” is how my clients describe me. I have been working with children and adolescents for over 25 years and as a licensed clinical social worker for 15 years. I provide therapy to children, adolescents, adults and families. My broad range of experience includes helping clients struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, gender identity & issues related to sexual orientation. I have the unique experience of guiding families through grief and issues related to chronic illness such as HIV and cancer. Often, I engage the whole family to address communication barriers.
Fatmata Musa, LGSW – Trauma, Children & Couples
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LGSW, MSW
Online Only
Are you carrying the weight of past trauma while trying to care for your children or protect your relationship? Do overwhelming emotions, conflict, or instability leave you feeling stuck or unsure where to turn? You deserve support that honors your experiences and your resilience. This space is designed for children, couples, and adults impacted by trauma, stress, and life disruptions. With a trauma-informed and culturally responsive approach, healing can feel safer and more possible. You can begin rebuilding trust, strengthening connection, and creating stability—one meaningful step at a time. Reach out today to begin.
Are you carrying the weight of past trauma while trying to care for your children or protect your relationship? Do overwhelming emotions, conflict, or instability leave you feeling stuck or unsure where to turn? You deserve support that honors your experiences and your resilience. This space is designed for children, couples, and adults impacted by trauma, stress, and life disruptions. With a trauma-informed and culturally responsive approach, healing can feel safer and more possible. You can begin rebuilding trust, strengthening connection, and creating stability—one meaningful step at a time. Reach out today to begin.
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I work with busy professionals and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, or ADHD. You may appear high-functioning on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted inside. Whether you’re carrying work stress, managing emotional intensity, or struggling with focus and follow-through, therapy with me offers space to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and feel more grounded. My approach is practical, collaborative, and focused on what matters most to you—helping you build insight, resilience, and sustainable change.
I work with busy professionals and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, or ADHD. You may appear high-functioning on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted inside. Whether you’re carrying work stress, managing emotional intensity, or struggling with focus and follow-through, therapy with me offers space to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and feel more grounded. My approach is practical, collaborative, and focused on what matters most to you—helping you build insight, resilience, and sustainable change.
I work with individuals and couples, as well as children, in both DC and Chapel Hill. I do best with adults who are educated or reflective: many are scientists, artists, health and business professionals, or psychotherapists, and some are not pursuing conventional achievement.Some see me for family or work problems, some for help dealing with a chronic health issue or a loss, some to change longstanding emotional and interpersonal patterns involving anxiety, anger, or intimacy. We may try quick and simple approaches first, because sometimes they work, but if not we can go more deeply into the individual's unique personal narrative.
I work with individuals and couples, as well as children, in both DC and Chapel Hill. I do best with adults who are educated or reflective: many are scientists, artists, health and business professionals, or psychotherapists, and some are not pursuing conventional achievement.Some see me for family or work problems, some for help dealing with a chronic health issue or a loss, some to change longstanding emotional and interpersonal patterns involving anxiety, anger, or intimacy. We may try quick and simple approaches first, because sometimes they work, but if not we can go more deeply into the individual's unique personal narrative.
Dr. Hite brings over 16 years of experience as a school psychologist, specializing in psychological and educational services for children and families with complex developmental, learning, and emotional needs.
At Arbit Counseling, he provides collaborative care, psychological evaluations and developmental consultation for children ages two and up as a licensed psychological associate and special education consultant. Specialities include the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of neurodevelopmental conditions like Autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities like dyslexia, as well as conditions like anxiety and depression.
Dr. Hite brings over 16 years of experience as a school psychologist, specializing in psychological and educational services for children and families with complex developmental, learning, and emotional needs.
At Arbit Counseling, he provides collaborative care, psychological evaluations and developmental consultation for children ages two and up as a licensed psychological associate and special education consultant. Specialities include the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of neurodevelopmental conditions like Autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities like dyslexia, as well as conditions like anxiety and depression.
It's difficult to untie emotional knots complicating relationships, self-confidence and understanding past experiences. Therapy is an opportunity to uncover core emotional issues, learning techniques that foster insight about how these issues affect you. I believe these insights can support you to make meaningful changes.
It's difficult to untie emotional knots complicating relationships, self-confidence and understanding past experiences. Therapy is an opportunity to uncover core emotional issues, learning techniques that foster insight about how these issues affect you. I believe these insights can support you to make meaningful changes.
Capitol Hill Counseling and Resource Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LPC, PsyD, PhD
Washington, DC 20002
At the Capitol Hill Counseling and Resource Center, we know life isn't always easy. At some point, many of us need a little help to work through the challenges we face. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues or something else, there is hope. Initially, you may be hesitant to seek help thru therapy. Most people are, but when you do, you can be confident you are taking a courageous first step towards getting to a better place and a better you. We're ready to help you become the person you want to be. We offer help, healing and hope.
At the Capitol Hill Counseling and Resource Center, we know life isn't always easy. At some point, many of us need a little help to work through the challenges we face. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues or something else, there is hope. Initially, you may be hesitant to seek help thru therapy. Most people are, but when you do, you can be confident you are taking a courageous first step towards getting to a better place and a better you. We're ready to help you become the person you want to be. We offer help, healing and hope.
The DC Center for Neurocognitive Excellence
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW, BCD, BCN
9 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20006
The Center for Neurocognitive Excellence integrates assessments, counseling, and neurofeedback to best identify the source of your stress and effectively treat it so that we can reduce the intensity, duration, and frequency of your most stressful moments. We are experts at integrating approaches to best suit your needs. Listening and working with you is a huge source of joy!
The Center for Neurocognitive Excellence integrates assessments, counseling, and neurofeedback to best identify the source of your stress and effectively treat it so that we can reduce the intensity, duration, and frequency of your most stressful moments. We are experts at integrating approaches to best suit your needs. Listening and working with you is a huge source of joy!
The MECCA Group is comprised of a clinically and culturally diverse team of professionals who provide comprehensive services for children, adolescents, young adults, and their support systems in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area. Our dedicated team of therapeutic professionals consists of psychologists, social workers, counselors, behavior analysts, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, vocational specialists, and special educators. All professional team members have extensive knowledge and experience in providing evidence-based practices as well comprehensive holistic care to help all clients reach their highest potential and to Live Fully.
The MECCA Group is comprised of a clinically and culturally diverse team of professionals who provide comprehensive services for children, adolescents, young adults, and their support systems in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area. Our dedicated team of therapeutic professionals consists of psychologists, social workers, counselors, behavior analysts, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, vocational specialists, and special educators. All professional team members have extensive knowledge and experience in providing evidence-based practices as well comprehensive holistic care to help all clients reach their highest potential and to Live Fully.
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Toddler Therapists
What are the behavioral signs indicating a toddler might need counseling?
Common behavioral signs that a child may need counseling include high levels of emotional distress or anxiety, learning challenges, interpersonal conflict, anger, or social withdrawal. Any drastic changes in toddler behavior or self-esteem can be indicative that a child may benefit from therapy. Seeing a therapist at the early stages of any behavioral changes can be most impactful on behavior, as well as helpful to caregivers who may receive guidance on what symptoms to look for in their child in the future, even if therapy is not warranted at that time.
Can a two-year-old see a psychologist?
Children and adults of all ages can see psychologists and other forms of mental health professionals, such as counselors, psychiatrists, and social workers. Families seeking therapy for their toddler should just be aware that any guidance they seek should come from a professional who has specific experience working with young children, as well as the specific modalities that are appropriate for young children, such as play therapy.
What is the most effective type of therapy for toddlers and preschoolers?
In general, play therapy is the most effective and common form of therapy for young children. Play therapy helps facilitate behavior change by offering an age-appropriate way for children to express their emotions and develop more effective coping strategies. Toddlers with specific concerns may benefit from more specialized forms of therapy, such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for toddlers in families in which there is significant parent-child relational conflict.
What happens during therapy sessions for toddlers?
What occurs in therapy sessions for toddlers depends on the therapeutic approach being used by the therapist. Most toddler therapists will use some form of play therapy in sessions to encourage toddler engagement. In play therapy sessions, children are encouraged to use toys within the therapy setting to express their emotions; subsequent responses by the therapist and/or family members can help guide toddler behavior and behavior change. Toddler therapy sessions can also involve family therapy or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which can help improve parenting behaviors and reduce strain on families.