Child Therapists in Florida
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Taylor L Cline
LMHC, NCC
Verified
Taylor enjoys working with clients of all ages that want to work on overcoming their past. Taylor specializes in helping
children
and families overcome childhood trauma. Taylor creates a calm, safe environment for clients that want to build self-awareness, coping skills, and process through past events that have them feeling stuck. By understanding past experiences, clients can understand themselves better as well as relationships and habits that have formed. Taylor enjoys utilizing art, games, social media, and humor to create an enjoyable healing experience.
Miami Clinical Psychotherapy
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified
Miami Clinical Psychotherapy (MCP) specializes in Growth Groups for
children
, teens, and women where we nurture and facilitate individual personal growth. Our groups enhance self-awareness where you learn ways to minimize daily stress levels and develop new coping skills. We promote a positive lifestyle by improving interactions between self and others around you. We provide a welcoming and accepting environment where diversity is respected.
John Grbac
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
With over 25 years of professional counseling experience, Dr. Grbac provides a variety of services to
children
and families of central Florida. Beginning as a YMCA camp counselor at age 17, Dr. Grbac has always been dedicated to the happiness and health of
children
and teenagers. His continued passion and talent at helping has led to his successful private practice as a
child
psychologist. "Dr. John" is well known in the community for his warm and down-to-earth nature,
child
-friendly approach and vast clinical background, which fosters comfort and support when dealing with sensitive and challenging life problems.
Marina Gilberti Bunch
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified
My passion is working with
children
and families. I specialize in working with parents struggling with their
child
's behaviors and spouses who can't seem to see eye-to-eye on how to parent their
child
. I have over a decade of experience working with adoption-related issues, trauma, and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, all of which impact behavior, family dynamics, and parent-
child
relationships. In addition, I specialize in working with prenatal and postnatal mood changes to help new mothers feel connected to their babies and those around them. I believe that connection with others is essential to our mental health.
Kayla Caine
Counselor, MS, LMHC, LCMHC
Verified
I have pursed extensive post-graduate training including Trauma-Focused Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Suicide Risk Assessment and Formulation in
Children
and Adolescents,
Child
Physical Abuse and Family Conflict, School-Based Violence and Prevention Program.
I have a passion for learning about and helping others, which was my purpose in pursing the mental health field. Since entering the field, I have worked with individuals of all ages dealing with significant mental and behavioral health concerns. I have focused on educating myself to be a trauma-informed clinical and to focus my areas of expertise for adolescents and adults dealing with issues including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, self-injurious behaviors and interpersonal difficulties. I offer teletherapy services for Florida clients due to being stationed in North Carolina as an Army spouse presently.
Jackie Serrano
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW, RCSWI
Verified
Over the last 15 years, I have gained extensive experience working with
children
and families. I have experience working with families on stabilization, crisis interventions, and providing community resources to help families thrive. I specialize working with at-risk youth by working alongside the Dept. of Juvenile Justice, State Attorney’s Office, Dept. Of
Children
and Families, and residential facilities. I utilize art therapy with kids for expressive therapy and love to help young girls find their voice and confidence to excel. I also work extensively with families to help heal from trauma together as a unit.
Therapy Srq
Counselor
Verified
We offer individual and family therapy services for
children
, adolescents, and young adults.
Engage in a supportive process that allows you to explore the journey of personal growth and change. At Therapy Srq we form a trusting, collaborative relationship to identify emotions, experiences and behavior patterns holding you back. Our therapists work with you to build confidence, overcome challenges and create positive change. We believe each individual is complex and unique in their own makeup. We pride ourselves on personalizing our therapeutic approach to best suit your needs.
Pamela Green Summers
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Are you feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, grief or depression? Is your
child
or teen acting-out, isolating, or experiencing problems at school? Do you feel that you have little control over your emotions or situation? Reducing stress, managing anxiety and anger in
children
, teens and adults are my focus. Together we identify conflicts and create strategies that will enhance your situation and relationships You learn to change negative thoughts into helpful beliefs that will encourage positive actions. We will set realistic goals that reduce stress and conflict, build resiliency and promote self-confidence.
Jan T Rosenstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Ch/Teen, Crisis, Spec, CBT/DBT
Verified
Welcome to my friendly, nonjudgmental practice where I'm here to listen and guide you. Specialized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used as the proven researched method to remove depression, and severe anxiety. I am a Certified-CBT/ and Dialectical Behavioral Therapist, a Clinical Anxiety Specialist CATP, using Neuroscience for treating panic, anxiety, trauma. I am a Clinical Supervisor. Although, I have successfully helped all ages, my practice has grown on recommendations of students and young adults as this is a specialist office in (
Child
Adolescent Teen Crisis Specialist). Suicide, Self Injury, LGBTQ, ......
Ruan C Humphrey
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Enjoys working with
children
in a therapeutic capacity where she can make use of her 20 plus years of experience as an elementary school educator as well as guiding people through new career and lifestyle changes.
Monica Berger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Are you, your family or your
child
having emotional or behavioral problems which are interfering with school, family, or friendships? Families today have pressures and expectations from all sides. As a psychotherapist I am concerned with helping you to be the kind of person you would like to be while working with you and your family to feel more contented. With 14 years of experience I bring a wide range of experience and training to my practice and am able to tailor treatment to your specific needs.
Ebony Sutton
Ed S
Verified
I have had the opportunity to evaluate
children
across the Tampa Bay area using a relaxed,
child
-centered approach to gain your
child
's best effort in the testing session.
I am a licensed school psychologist providing psycho-educational evaluations assessing
children
for giftedness, concerns regarding academic competency, cognitive ability, and emotional/ behavioral skills. Allow me to help you navigate 504 Plan evaluations, Individual Education Plans (IEP), learning disabilities (Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia), early childhood development, ADHD, executive functioning, behavior modification, gifted/high ability, academic performance issues, and college/vocational planning.
Patrice Migliori-Farnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified
I consult on best practices to raise thriving, self confident
children
ready for the real world.
When we commit to doing life differently, we allow a healing transformation to occur in our lives. I am dedicated to helping you experience transformation, we accomplish this with the integration of traditional psychotherapy and experiential modalities. I specialize in using Sand Tray Therapy, Psychodrama and Play Therapy to facilitate healing. I am trained in EMDR, an effective highly researched yet gentle therapy for trauma resolution. Common issues I treat in therapy include anxiety, depression, feelings of low self worth and unresolved early childhood issues that lead to behaviors that make life unsatisfying.
McKenzie Bowen-Tart
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, RMHCI
Verified
I believe mental health is the essence of self-care. Therapy can be a difficult process, so I create a safe space where my clients feel heard, understood, and comfortable. Our goal for therapy is to build a relationship where we can work together in identifying and understanding thoughts and behaviors, and learning to cope with them. I have several years of experience working with
children
and teens in clinical and school settings, assisting them with behavioral, cognitive, and learning difficulties. I love working closely with clients and their parents for an inclusive process. I also work with individuals, LGBTQ+, and families.
Elana Breiner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified
For
children
, I incorporate CBT into play techniques.
Sometimes we need support from a non-biased professional in a safe, calm environment. If you'd like to develop healthy ways to cope with stress, interact with others, or re-train your thought processes to have more self-control, I am happy to help!
Christine Clark
Counselor, LMHC , NCC , CCMHC
Verified
If you’re a parent or caregiver and have concerns regarding your
child
’s development & mental health, as a
child
therapist, I can assist you in addressing your concerns. Together we can create ways explicitly designed to help your
child
to meet their needs. No issue is too small. My goal is not to try & sell you therapy. I’ll listen to you; offer information, support, & my clinical opinion to aid you in deciding what works best for you & your family; whether that’s working with me or a referral to other services. Contact me today to schedule a free 15-min. consult. Regardless of whether I am accepting new clients, I’m here to help
Ashley N Bryant
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Are you overwhelmed with the daily responsibilities of caring for a
child
with special needs? Anxious about what their future holds? Is the fire in your relationship fading? Feeling misunderstood? Are you spiritually disconnected/conflicted? Helpless? Caring for a
child
with special needs can be draining mentally, physically, and emotionally. The love for your
child
pushes you to give your all, yet can result in financial hardships & breakdowns within relationships, leaving you feeling unloved, & lonely. My non-judgmental, empathetic approach can help you to find balance, regain a sense of self, and restore relationships.
Family Counseling and Coaching of Miami
Counselor, MS, MEd, LMHC, NBCC
Verified
We also provide
Child
Therapy for Behavioral Modification for
children
combined with parenting education fo families with
children
with oppositional tendencies.
FCCM is a unique Mental Health Center that makes use of the expertise of a National Board Certified psychotherapist, Ernesto Felipe and a Life Coach, Lazara Felipe who are fluent in Spanish, Russian and English. We believe that people are not "broken", just stuck. By helping them tap into their God's given power to change, we guide them in overcoming these obstacles. While they access and embrace their innate resources they are freed to explore and confront their limitations and establish a balance between acceptance and growth. We have expertise working with individuals (
children
, adolescents & adults), couples, families, and groups.
Bridget Stanton
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHI
Verified
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Child
and adolescent therapist. There is no worse feeling than seeing your
child
have trouble making friends, struggling in school, acting out, or being stuck in negative thoughts. Wherever they are, the stress, anxiety, sadness or low self-esteem they experience is a pain that affects not only your
child
, but your family as well. Despite your best efforts, no amount of talking, reasoning, rationalizing or problem-solving seems to help. Childhood and adolescence should be a time of growth, exploration, transformation and fun, not worry and self-doubt.
Michelle Lajoie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Michelle Lajoie LMSW, is a licensed social worker who obtained her master's degree from Adelphi University. Michelle has worked closely with
children
, adolescents and their families in a variety of settings. She has experience with adolescents involved in the foster care system as well as young
children
in special education. Michelle has also provided counseling services to victims of various crimes including those with trauma. Michelle provides individual counseling along with play like therapy and parent training. Michelle's experience with these populations has been beneficial to help clients and families achieve their goals.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Florida 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Florida 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Florida 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.