Therapists for Children in Tallahassee, FL
Dr. Dania Tawfiq
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LMHC, MS, EdS
4 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32308
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families. I believe that every person has the capacity to thrive, and I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space where individuals and relationships can flourish. Together, we will collaborate to gain insights, develop coping strategies, and foster a deeper understanding of yourself. Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or navigating life transitions, I am here to support you in achieving your goals and empowering you to live a fulfilling and meaningful life.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families. I believe that every person has the capacity to thrive, and I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space where individuals and relationships can flourish. Together, we will collaborate to gain insights, develop coping strategies, and foster a deeper understanding of yourself. Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or navigating life transitions, I am here to support you in achieving your goals and empowering you to live a fulfilling and meaningful life.
I am a certified facilitator for PREPARE/ENRICH premarital counseling and am Parent- Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) trained.
Each of us has personal and/or family struggles at some time in our life. I am here to help support you in fostering hope and change. I create a safe and structured place to work on those goals that will bring peace and happiness back into your life and relationships. As a marriage and family therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families on any issue large or small.
I am a certified facilitator for PREPARE/ENRICH premarital counseling and am Parent- Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) trained.
Each of us has personal and/or family struggles at some time in our life. I am here to help support you in fostering hope and change. I create a safe and structured place to work on those goals that will bring peace and happiness back into your life and relationships. As a marriage and family therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families on any issue large or small.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 25 years of experience working with children, adults, couples, and families.
My style is client-centered and I seek to meet the unique needs of each person(s) and situation. My aim is to build a therapeutic relationship that is emotionally safe and non-judgmental within which transformational change and growth occur.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 25 years of experience working with children, adults, couples, and families.
My style is client-centered and I seek to meet the unique needs of each person(s) and situation. My aim is to build a therapeutic relationship that is emotionally safe and non-judgmental within which transformational change and growth occur.
Outside of pursuing my love of learning, I enjoy reading, swimming, and seeking out things that bring me joy such as playing with my four children.
Life is constantly changing and adapting to these changes can be difficult. After all, we are all experiencing life for the first time together and we will make mistakes. This is all part of the learning process and our developmental growing pains. As a therapist, it is my goal to help my clients make their challenges workable and achieve a positive sense of well-being. I incorporate a lot of psychoeducation, including homework challenges to help my clients remain focused on their treatment goals.
Outside of pursuing my love of learning, I enjoy reading, swimming, and seeking out things that bring me joy such as playing with my four children.
Life is constantly changing and adapting to these changes can be difficult. After all, we are all experiencing life for the first time together and we will make mistakes. This is all part of the learning process and our developmental growing pains. As a therapist, it is my goal to help my clients make their challenges workable and achieve a positive sense of well-being. I incorporate a lot of psychoeducation, including homework challenges to help my clients remain focused on their treatment goals.
Life can take us to places we don't want to go, and give us an education for which we did not want to pay. I understand this and can help you navigate life's uncertainties. I have assisted clients learn to love themselves, find the resources they need, and heal from the situations life brings to us. I offer a compassionate and non-judgmental safe place to explore, process, and heal. You might not feel like it, but you are stronger than you know. I will be your biggest cheerleader, your advocate, your support in times of stress. I will also challenge the old ways of thinking and doing things.
Life can take us to places we don't want to go, and give us an education for which we did not want to pay. I understand this and can help you navigate life's uncertainties. I have assisted clients learn to love themselves, find the resources they need, and heal from the situations life brings to us. I offer a compassionate and non-judgmental safe place to explore, process, and heal. You might not feel like it, but you are stronger than you know. I will be your biggest cheerleader, your advocate, your support in times of stress. I will also challenge the old ways of thinking and doing things.
I have been working in the public school system, providing counseling to children and families, for several years.
I offer weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly therapy sessions in the evenings for children, adolescents, and families.
I have been working in the public school system, providing counseling to children and families, for several years.
I offer weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly therapy sessions in the evenings for children, adolescents, and families.
Are you dealing with anxiety? Depression? Stress? Whatever it may be, you deserve to live the life you want without the emotional baggage weighing you down, and I am here to help! Together, we can explore those feelings, using evidence-based techniques and trauma informed practices, to help you rid yourself of unwanted or intrusive thoughts and help you find the energy to move forward to a happier, fuller life.
Are you dealing with anxiety? Depression? Stress? Whatever it may be, you deserve to live the life you want without the emotional baggage weighing you down, and I am here to help! Together, we can explore those feelings, using evidence-based techniques and trauma informed practices, to help you rid yourself of unwanted or intrusive thoughts and help you find the energy to move forward to a happier, fuller life.
My adopted daughter was in the Child Protective Services system from age 3-13.
She is living semi-independently but has challenges of course partially due to all her years in state custody. I am an ally for persons with disabilities, and myself have struggled with a trauma background that has shaped and informed my life, my values and my work.
My adopted daughter was in the Child Protective Services system from age 3-13.
She is living semi-independently but has challenges of course partially due to all her years in state custody. I am an ally for persons with disabilities, and myself have struggled with a trauma background that has shaped and informed my life, my values and my work.
Hello! I help my clients to heal from traumatic experiences, improve their relationships, and increase confidence to achieve their personal goals and improve overall life satisfaction. My approach is gentle yet challenging, with a trauma-focused, emotionally-focused and solution-focused emphasis. While we'll likely address difficult and sometimes painful topics throughout the therapy process, I strive for the therapeutic space to be supportive and comfortable.
Hello! I help my clients to heal from traumatic experiences, improve their relationships, and increase confidence to achieve their personal goals and improve overall life satisfaction. My approach is gentle yet challenging, with a trauma-focused, emotionally-focused and solution-focused emphasis. While we'll likely address difficult and sometimes painful topics throughout the therapy process, I strive for the therapeutic space to be supportive and comfortable.
I specialize in working with children and families in child welfare.
I can be helpful, with my professional specialty areas to increase insight into challenging life experiences and behaviors, while increasing coping, problem-solving, and decision, making skills to empower and sustain positive behavioral change.
I specialize in working with children and families in child welfare.
I can be helpful, with my professional specialty areas to increase insight into challenging life experiences and behaviors, while increasing coping, problem-solving, and decision, making skills to empower and sustain positive behavioral change.
I am a unique holistic psychotherapist. It does not matter what you have been previously diagnosed with. Your life and relationships can be better. I will guide you without judgment to achieve the goals you desire. I provide support and homework so it is more than just talk therapy. I believe each client is a gift sent to me and I treat them that way.
I am a unique holistic psychotherapist. It does not matter what you have been previously diagnosed with. Your life and relationships can be better. I will guide you without judgment to achieve the goals you desire. I provide support and homework so it is more than just talk therapy. I believe each client is a gift sent to me and I treat them that way.
All problems have more than one solution, and solutions are not one-size-fits-all. My approach to helping a person find the right solution to a mental, emotional, or behavior problem is to first take the time to identify the problem, and then to understand the unique ways that the problem is affecting the person's functioning and relationships. A solution can only be effective if it's practical and consistent with the big picture of a person's life - it has to fit who you are and what you can do, otherwise it just becomes another problem.
All problems have more than one solution, and solutions are not one-size-fits-all. My approach to helping a person find the right solution to a mental, emotional, or behavior problem is to first take the time to identify the problem, and then to understand the unique ways that the problem is affecting the person's functioning and relationships. A solution can only be effective if it's practical and consistent with the big picture of a person's life - it has to fit who you are and what you can do, otherwise it just becomes another problem.
We have providers in our office to serve adults, adolescents, and children for your therapy and evaluation needs.
Even the most capable people need support at times. You may look accomplished and steady on the outside, while privately managing anxiety, burnout, or self-doubt. At Southeastern Behavioral Health, we offer a private, supportive space to pause, reflect, & realign. Using a strengths-based approach, our team of exceptional providers helps you build clarity, resilience, and balance—so you can thrive. Many of our clients are professionals, first responders, students, and parents who want thoughtful care that respects their privacy, time, & goals. Together, we work to reduce anxiety, strengthen coping, and help you feel more fulfilled.
We have providers in our office to serve adults, adolescents, and children for your therapy and evaluation needs.
Even the most capable people need support at times. You may look accomplished and steady on the outside, while privately managing anxiety, burnout, or self-doubt. At Southeastern Behavioral Health, we offer a private, supportive space to pause, reflect, & realign. Using a strengths-based approach, our team of exceptional providers helps you build clarity, resilience, and balance—so you can thrive. Many of our clients are professionals, first responders, students, and parents who want thoughtful care that respects their privacy, time, & goals. Together, we work to reduce anxiety, strengthen coping, and help you feel more fulfilled.
Whether its communication, or sex that has gone stale; or fights over kids, or in-laws, or money; whether your spouse is ready to come in (or not), I'm here to help you navigate the trials that brought you to my page and would be honored to help.
You're struggling with your spouse, friend, intimate partner, and a family member. You've tried to get them to listen to you countless of times. You're burnout, frustrated, and possibly scared. What does it mean for you if this relationship doesn't work out? Maybe you've had experiences in therapy before, maybe this is brand new, but you know something has got to change.
As someone is advanced training in relational and attachment therapy modalities, I am confident that we will find a clear path forward for you and your loved ones, together.
Whether its communication, or sex that has gone stale; or fights over kids, or in-laws, or money; whether your spouse is ready to come in (or not), I'm here to help you navigate the trials that brought you to my page and would be honored to help.
You're struggling with your spouse, friend, intimate partner, and a family member. You've tried to get them to listen to you countless of times. You're burnout, frustrated, and possibly scared. What does it mean for you if this relationship doesn't work out? Maybe you've had experiences in therapy before, maybe this is brand new, but you know something has got to change.
As someone is advanced training in relational and attachment therapy modalities, I am confident that we will find a clear path forward for you and your loved ones, together.
I specialize in working with children of all ages and their families.
I use a strength based and solution focused approach and have training and experience counseling children, young adults, and families experiencing adjustment issues, behavioral issues, ADHD, trauma, anxiety, depression, and other life struggles and transitions.
I specialize in working with children of all ages and their families.
I use a strength based and solution focused approach and have training and experience counseling children, young adults, and families experiencing adjustment issues, behavioral issues, ADHD, trauma, anxiety, depression, and other life struggles and transitions.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults who experience the world more deeply, more intensely, or more differently than those around them — and who deserve a therapeutic space that was genuinely built with them in mind.
I specialize in:
-Play therapy for neurodivergent and highly sensitive children and adolescents
-Individual therapy for neurodivergent and highly sensitive teens and adults
-Chronic illness therapy for adolescents and adults
-Family therapy and parenting support for neurodivergent and highly sensitive families
I work with children, adolescents, and adults who experience the world more deeply, more intensely, or more differently than those around them — and who deserve a therapeutic space that was genuinely built with them in mind.
I specialize in:
-Play therapy for neurodivergent and highly sensitive children and adolescents
-Individual therapy for neurodivergent and highly sensitive teens and adults
-Chronic illness therapy for adolescents and adults
-Family therapy and parenting support for neurodivergent and highly sensitive families
I have experience and training with a wide variety of clients, including adults, children, families, and couples.
I help individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of struggles, whether it's internal emotional and mental difficulties, or challenges in their relationships. Specifically, I treat clients struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, grief, trauma, and other mental health difficulties. I also use my training to work with couples and families who are struggling with couple conflict, infidelity, or parenting challenges. If clients prefer, I am also happy to incorporate faith and spirituality in therapy.
I have experience and training with a wide variety of clients, including adults, children, families, and couples.
I help individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of struggles, whether it's internal emotional and mental difficulties, or challenges in their relationships. Specifically, I treat clients struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, grief, trauma, and other mental health difficulties. I also use my training to work with couples and families who are struggling with couple conflict, infidelity, or parenting challenges. If clients prefer, I am also happy to incorporate faith and spirituality in therapy.
I am passionate about helping children, teenagers and adults process and heal from difficult life experiences.
When we work together, we will identify how stressors has impacted your life. We will work to understand how your brain has interpreted these experiences and how your inner child may be triggered by those experiences. We may use a combination of modalities, including EMDR, inner-resource strengthening, and Attachment Focused Trauma Therapy.
I am passionate about helping children, teenagers and adults process and heal from difficult life experiences.
When we work together, we will identify how stressors has impacted your life. We will work to understand how your brain has interpreted these experiences and how your inner child may be triggered by those experiences. We may use a combination of modalities, including EMDR, inner-resource strengthening, and Attachment Focused Trauma Therapy.
I am certificated to administer the ADOS- 2 for children and adults, assess and treat pragmatic language disorders, and provide social skills training for all ages.
I specialize in assessing people of all ages known or suspected to be on the autism spectrum and advocating for all individuals and their families who struggle with the challenges of accessing services. I am now performing in person ADOS-2 evaluations in both Tallahassee and Ocala. Having worked as an educator/therapist and administrator in the public and private school settings, I provide support and guidance by reviewing IEPS and 504 plans and participating in ESE meetings.
I am certificated to administer the ADOS- 2 for children and adults, assess and treat pragmatic language disorders, and provide social skills training for all ages.
I specialize in assessing people of all ages known or suspected to be on the autism spectrum and advocating for all individuals and their families who struggle with the challenges of accessing services. I am now performing in person ADOS-2 evaluations in both Tallahassee and Ocala. Having worked as an educator/therapist and administrator in the public and private school settings, I provide support and guidance by reviewing IEPS and 504 plans and participating in ESE meetings.
I work with children,adolescents, adults, groups and families with varied backgrounds.
I specialize in helping clients recovering from addictions.I also focus on developing plans to reduce inappropriate behaviors, while teaching and increasing new adaptive behaviors.
I work with children,adolescents, adults, groups and families with varied backgrounds.
I specialize in helping clients recovering from addictions.I also focus on developing plans to reduce inappropriate behaviors, while teaching and increasing new adaptive behaviors.
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When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviors change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.