Therapists for Toddlers in Northdale, FL
My ideal client is a child or adolescent facing emotional, academic, or social challenges, such as anxiety, learning difficulties, or behavioral issues. They need emotional support, coping strategies, social skills development, and academic assistance. Their goal is to feel confident, manage emotions, improve relationships, and succeed in school. Parents want their child to thrive in a supportive environment, building resilience and self-esteem. My role is to support this process, offering support to both the child and the family to ensure long-term success and emotional well-being.
My ideal client is a child or adolescent facing emotional, academic, or social challenges, such as anxiety, learning difficulties, or behavioral issues. They need emotional support, coping strategies, social skills development, and academic assistance. Their goal is to feel confident, manage emotions, improve relationships, and succeed in school. Parents want their child to thrive in a supportive environment, building resilience and self-esteem. My role is to support this process, offering support to both the child and the family to ensure long-term success and emotional well-being.
Is your child or teen's anxiety, high sensitivity to everything and their constant worrying exhausting the whole family? I specialize in anxious, highly intelligent/gifted and highly sensitive children and teens.
I am an ADHD certified counselor as well. Many children with adhd struggle with anxiety, depression and social skills deficits.
Counseling in a Play Therapy setting is fun, relaxing and engaging for children of all ages.
I offer play therapy, art therapy techniques and sand tray as well.
The right time to start is now! Your child is not too young or too old to learn skills and tools for coping.
Is your child or teen's anxiety, high sensitivity to everything and their constant worrying exhausting the whole family? I specialize in anxious, highly intelligent/gifted and highly sensitive children and teens.
I am an ADHD certified counselor as well. Many children with adhd struggle with anxiety, depression and social skills deficits.
Counseling in a Play Therapy setting is fun, relaxing and engaging for children of all ages.
I offer play therapy, art therapy techniques and sand tray as well.
The right time to start is now! Your child is not too young or too old to learn skills and tools for coping.
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At Gia Family Counseling, I am certified and specialize in perinatal mental health and provide support and guidance surrounding pregnancy, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, postpartum health, and the transition to parenthood. I also provide counseling for general stress, anxiety, depressed mood, family and relationship issues, life transitions, cultural identity issues, parenting/co-parenting, infant mental health, and attachment/bonding.
At Gia Family Counseling, I am certified and specialize in perinatal mental health and provide support and guidance surrounding pregnancy, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, postpartum health, and the transition to parenthood. I also provide counseling for general stress, anxiety, depressed mood, family and relationship issues, life transitions, cultural identity issues, parenting/co-parenting, infant mental health, and attachment/bonding.
St Petersburg Holistic Psychology Clinic
Psychologist, PsyD, 200RYT
4 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33710
St. Petersburg Holistic Psychology Clinic helps clients who look high-functioning but feel anxious, overwhelmed, or burnt out inside. Many struggle with constant worry, trauma patterns, or relationship stress. They want clarity, calmer emotions, better communication, and real change—not surface coping skills. Our ideal clients are ready for support, want honest guidance, and are seeking long-term healing that helps them feel grounded, confident, and more like themselves again.
St. Petersburg Holistic Psychology Clinic helps clients who look high-functioning but feel anxious, overwhelmed, or burnt out inside. Many struggle with constant worry, trauma patterns, or relationship stress. They want clarity, calmer emotions, better communication, and real change—not surface coping skills. Our ideal clients are ready for support, want honest guidance, and are seeking long-term healing that helps them feel grounded, confident, and more like themselves again.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience within the mental health industry. I am the founder of Empower & Elevate Psychotherapy, a virtual outpatient private practice providing quality mental health care to individuals and families across 43 states. I specialize in the assessment and treatment of pediatric, child, adolescent, and adult populations with symptoms related to autism, ADHD, disruptive behavior, intellectual and developmental disabilities, anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, stress, life transitions, challenges with identity development, hardship in attachments, and family discord.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience within the mental health industry. I am the founder of Empower & Elevate Psychotherapy, a virtual outpatient private practice providing quality mental health care to individuals and families across 43 states. I specialize in the assessment and treatment of pediatric, child, adolescent, and adult populations with symptoms related to autism, ADHD, disruptive behavior, intellectual and developmental disabilities, anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, stress, life transitions, challenges with identity development, hardship in attachments, and family discord.
As someone who has experienced and overcome many challenges in my life, I am able to bring a personal dynamic to my counseling practice. Whether you are experiencing issues from trauma, mental health issues, substance abuse, relationship problems, stress, anger, or other issues, I am able to assist with the healing process and provide better coping skills for a happier life. I promise to be there as you walk along this journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you desire to be in your life.
As someone who has experienced and overcome many challenges in my life, I am able to bring a personal dynamic to my counseling practice. Whether you are experiencing issues from trauma, mental health issues, substance abuse, relationship problems, stress, anger, or other issues, I am able to assist with the healing process and provide better coping skills for a happier life. I promise to be there as you walk along this journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you desire to be in your life.
Angela Arteaga is the founder of Early Impact ABA in Florida, with extensive experience serving children with Autism and other special needs in Hillsborough, Pasco, and Manatee County Public Schools, outpatient clinics, in-home therapy, and pediatric medical facilities. Over the years, Angela has built strong community connections, allowing her to enhance accessibility and improve the quality of care for children in various settings.
Angela Arteaga is the founder of Early Impact ABA in Florida, with extensive experience serving children with Autism and other special needs in Hillsborough, Pasco, and Manatee County Public Schools, outpatient clinics, in-home therapy, and pediatric medical facilities. Over the years, Angela has built strong community connections, allowing her to enhance accessibility and improve the quality of care for children in various settings.
Welcome to Your Path Toward Wellness
As a dedicated Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida, I bring over eight years of professional experience helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve emotional wellness.
My passion lies in creating a safe, supportive, and empowering environment where you can explore your unique story and unlock your inner strengths.
Specialties & Areas of Expertise
I specialize in assisting clients with:
• Stress and Anxiety: Techniques to reduce overwhelm, build resilience, and restore balance.
• Depression: Helping you find hope, purpose, and joy.
Welcome to Your Path Toward Wellness
As a dedicated Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida, I bring over eight years of professional experience helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve emotional wellness.
My passion lies in creating a safe, supportive, and empowering environment where you can explore your unique story and unlock your inner strengths.
Specialties & Areas of Expertise
I specialize in assisting clients with:
• Stress and Anxiety: Techniques to reduce overwhelm, build resilience, and restore balance.
• Depression: Helping you find hope, purpose, and joy.
We specialize in early intervention for toddlers, parent coaching, and family-centered behavior plans—grounded in science, delivered with warmth.
Areas of Focus
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Early Intervention (ages 18 months–6 years)
Parent Coaching and Family Support
Behavioral Assessments and Functional Behavior Analysis
School Readiness and Social Skill Development
We specialize in early intervention for toddlers, parent coaching, and family-centered behavior plans—grounded in science, delivered with warmth.
Areas of Focus
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Early Intervention (ages 18 months–6 years)
Parent Coaching and Family Support
Behavioral Assessments and Functional Behavior Analysis
School Readiness and Social Skill Development
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
With years of experience as a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), working as an Elementary School Counselor, and a Mental Health Counselor, I have found my passion for working with individuals in different stages of life from young children to adults. Everyone's journey is different, I enjoy working together to create a unique plan to help guide you moving forward through life's challenges. By providing support, and evidence based practices, I look forward to working with you to form a new direction and vision for your life, creating a stronger version of yourself.
With years of experience as a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), working as an Elementary School Counselor, and a Mental Health Counselor, I have found my passion for working with individuals in different stages of life from young children to adults. Everyone's journey is different, I enjoy working together to create a unique plan to help guide you moving forward through life's challenges. By providing support, and evidence based practices, I look forward to working with you to form a new direction and vision for your life, creating a stronger version of yourself.
My practice is committed to providing quality psychotherapy and psychological services to adults with compassion, professionalism, and undivided attention. Using a collaborative and educational approach we will work together to find the right treatment style for you. While some individuals prefer brief, goal oriented-symptom relief with a focus on increasing coping skills, others are looking for deeper self-awareness, authenticity and intimacy in relationships. I have 20 years of experience and am confidant that I can find the right type of approach that suits your unique circumstances.
My practice is committed to providing quality psychotherapy and psychological services to adults with compassion, professionalism, and undivided attention. Using a collaborative and educational approach we will work together to find the right treatment style for you. While some individuals prefer brief, goal oriented-symptom relief with a focus on increasing coping skills, others are looking for deeper self-awareness, authenticity and intimacy in relationships. I have 20 years of experience and am confidant that I can find the right type of approach that suits your unique circumstances.
Dr. Tara Chalakani
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD , LPC, ACS, NCC, RN
6 Endorsed
Dunedin, FL 34698
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Tara is passionate about her work. To help people grow, heal, and overcome obstacles is her focus. Her expansive knowledge makes her a well-known expert in her field. She believes that her clients possess the capacity to heal, but they need the right environment to foster their true potential. She is holistic and views each person as an individual. Dr. Tara has extensive experience and is well versed in several counseling modalities, coaching, and understands that each person's needs are unique.
Dr. Tara is passionate about her work. To help people grow, heal, and overcome obstacles is her focus. Her expansive knowledge makes her a well-known expert in her field. She believes that her clients possess the capacity to heal, but they need the right environment to foster their true potential. She is holistic and views each person as an individual. Dr. Tara has extensive experience and is well versed in several counseling modalities, coaching, and understands that each person's needs are unique.
My name is Carmen Monzon. I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of South Florida with a concentration in Therapeutic Modalities. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where you can express your emotions openly. Together, we will work collaboratively to identify effective strategies for growth and healing. My areas of expertise include Depression, Anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, occupational concerns, parenting challenges, and significant life transitions such as adoption, divorce, special needs, and immigration.
My name is Carmen Monzon. I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of South Florida with a concentration in Therapeutic Modalities. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where you can express your emotions openly. Together, we will work collaboratively to identify effective strategies for growth and healing. My areas of expertise include Depression, Anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, occupational concerns, parenting challenges, and significant life transitions such as adoption, divorce, special needs, and immigration.
Are you struggling with your child's behavior? Is your child experiencing anxiety or difficulties in social relationships? Do you feel your child is often angry? Therapy can help! Kamryn offers hope and solutions to families by providing counseling to children and teenagers experiencing anxiety, behavioral concerns, emotional distress, school issues, and childhood trauma.
Are you struggling with your child's behavior? Is your child experiencing anxiety or difficulties in social relationships? Do you feel your child is often angry? Therapy can help! Kamryn offers hope and solutions to families by providing counseling to children and teenagers experiencing anxiety, behavioral concerns, emotional distress, school issues, and childhood trauma.
The idea of finding a therapist can be daunting, especially for those who are already feeling overwhelmed. I take a low pressure approach that allows for safety while we build trust. I have a passion for working with youth; most of my clients are aged 5-35 struggling with history of trauma, frequent anxiety, and difficulties with regulating emotions and/or behaviors. That being said, I’ve recently done some wonderful work with older adults as well. I am especially passionate about helping individuals who have had difficulty enjoying therapy previously, as I believe sessions should typically feel empowering rather than upsetting.
The idea of finding a therapist can be daunting, especially for those who are already feeling overwhelmed. I take a low pressure approach that allows for safety while we build trust. I have a passion for working with youth; most of my clients are aged 5-35 struggling with history of trauma, frequent anxiety, and difficulties with regulating emotions and/or behaviors. That being said, I’ve recently done some wonderful work with older adults as well. I am especially passionate about helping individuals who have had difficulty enjoying therapy previously, as I believe sessions should typically feel empowering rather than upsetting.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 38 years of experience counseling others with a variety of issues. I have advanced training in forensic psychology, hypnotherapy, & equine-assisted psychotherapy; largely utilizing transpersonal (including ecotherapy), experiential (e.g., equine-assisted psychotherapy, sand tray, play therapy) & CBT.
Specialities include: trauma/grief/loss, & couples/family issues. Clients consistently describe their therapy here as collaborative, interactive, inspriring, & transformative; "Dr Williams is a seasoned therapist, with warmth, compassion, & a wealth of knowledge, and resources.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 38 years of experience counseling others with a variety of issues. I have advanced training in forensic psychology, hypnotherapy, & equine-assisted psychotherapy; largely utilizing transpersonal (including ecotherapy), experiential (e.g., equine-assisted psychotherapy, sand tray, play therapy) & CBT.
Specialities include: trauma/grief/loss, & couples/family issues. Clients consistently describe their therapy here as collaborative, interactive, inspriring, & transformative; "Dr Williams is a seasoned therapist, with warmth, compassion, & a wealth of knowledge, and resources.
Hi! Are you looking for a practice that is collaborative and supportive? We are your neighborhood clinicians providing therapy and testing services that result in practical and highly effective outcomes. We specialize in the evaluation and treatment of challenge emotions, attention difficulties (ADHD), anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, bipolar, learning concerns (dyslexia, dyscalculia, etc.), behavioral problems, Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), relationship problems, giftedness, and others. Our services are available online and in person.
Hi! Are you looking for a practice that is collaborative and supportive? We are your neighborhood clinicians providing therapy and testing services that result in practical and highly effective outcomes. We specialize in the evaluation and treatment of challenge emotions, attention difficulties (ADHD), anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, bipolar, learning concerns (dyslexia, dyscalculia, etc.), behavioral problems, Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), relationship problems, giftedness, and others. Our services are available online and in person.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
I believe that healing is a journey, and I am honored to walk alongside you in that process. Therapy with me is a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and emotions at your own pace. My first goal for anyone is to create a supportive and trusting environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered.
I believe that healing is a journey, and I am honored to walk alongside you in that process. Therapy with me is a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and emotions at your own pace. My first goal for anyone is to create a supportive and trusting environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered.
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FAQ - About Therapy for Toddlers and Preschoolers
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.