Child Therapists in Fishers, IN
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Robin Christopherson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT, EMDR
Verified
Imagine your
child
learning to manage big emotions instead of being overwhelmed.
**I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME** Your family has experienced a major stressor-separation/divorce, loss or trauma that has impacted your lives. Life feels out of control and scary. Your young
child
is having difficulty sleeping, is worried and struggling in school. Your tween is sad and is acting out. Your teen is angry and doesn't seem to care about anything anymore. You're beginning to wonder if you have what it takes to help your family heal. It's getting hard to manage your emotions and provide comfort to your
child
/teen. You've tried it on your own...it's time to let someone help.
Cathy Heath
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
My office is able to accommodate both
children
and adults based on the need of the client.
I specialize in working with
children
and adults at the different stages throughout their lives. I have experience working with adults navigating struggles of adulthood, relationships, and parenthood. Stages of life bring adjustments that can be challenging. Navigating those complexities is where I can help. I have worked with individuals and couples who struggle with fertility and adoption. I see individuals who might need help with with anxiety, depression, financial stress, relationships, family changes, social skills, and grief/loss. It is my goal for us to work together to build healthy communication, families and individuals.
Shannon Francis
Counselor, LMHC, LCPC
Verified
I am also passionate about helping families and
children
work through issues to become healthy.
I have over 16 years of counseling experience specializing in families, couples, and grief. My previous experience in a local mental health center allowed me to see a variety of clients presenting with issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, post-traumatic stress disorder, and social anxiety disorder.
Erin Dickerson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAC, RPT-S
Verified
(PLEASE NOTE: I have a long and slow-moving wait list) Hello! I have enjoyed working as a licensed clinical social worker and clinical addictions counselor for over 20 years. I have a wide range of skills that include, but are not limited to, improving coping skills, stress management, relationship enhancement and managing moods. In addition to these interests, my passion includes working with
children
, adolescents and their families. I use play and sand tray therapy to compliment the therapy process, allowing
children
to express themselves, while including the caregivers and siblings, to help the entire family reach their goals.
Kate Creason
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
I serve adults,
children
, and families that are currently struggling emotionally or behaviorally. My professional focus is working with people that are affected by trauma, adoption issues, or struggling with attaching to those close to them. Because many of these issues happen within families, often family therapy is used to heal wounds. When you are struggling, it is often hard to see hope or the light at the end of the tunnel.
Reesa Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Life can feel overwhelming when it seems there are more challenges than triumphs. It is during those times that it can help to have someone come alongside us on our journey to highlight our strengths and help us build skills to conquer the challenges. I am passionate about working with older
children
, adolescents, and women who are dealing with adjustment, anxiety, attention-deficit, or depressive challenges, or who find themselves in various stages of self-discovery and life transitions. I also enjoy working with parents to strengthen family connections and with couples desiring to build or re-establish emotional connection.
Jessica Hood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Difficulty managing your
child
's behaviors at home, school, or community? Is your
child
angry, irritable, or moody? Constant phone calls about their behavior? Don't know where to turn for help? If YES to any of these, we hope you will take a moment to consider working with us. We know the stress can leave you reeling and exhausted! Now, take a second to imagine being less worried and less stressed about your
child
...We would love to help make that vision a reality for you.
Ali Tabb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAYC
Verified
I am able to provide treatment for
children
and adolescents with harmful sexual behaviors in the state of Indiana; I have had my CSAYC since 2016.
Life does not always go according to plan. It takes courage and strength to admit it is time to seek help when you or your loved one is in need of support. An investment in a therapeutic relationship can allow you and your family to find a healthier way of interacting with one another and the world around you. I have the privilege of working with individuals and families navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, and sexually maladaptive behaviors. Hope is possible.
(317) 961-7416
Office is near:
Fishers, IN 46037 Offers online therapy
Waitlist for new clients
Jenifer Gregory Langston
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP
Verified
*Only accepting new patients for psychological evaluations at this time* I strive to understand each
child
within the context of their family system and emphasize the importance of safe and nurturing attachments for a
child
's healthy development. I enjoy working with
children
who have experienced stressful life events or trauma, behavioral and emotional concerns, and anxiety disorders. https://news.uindy.edu/2019/03/21/university-of-indianapolis-study-points-to-positive-impact-of-father-
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Kelly Bennett
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LAC
Verified
One specialty of mine is working with
children
who have behavioral or emotional concerns.
I assist
children
, adults, couples, and families in addressing the concerns that may be holding them back from the life they want. It is a fact that if our needs are not being met then we don't function well at home, school, work, or socially. I empower clients to meet their needs in healthy ways to live more fulfilling lives.
Lawrence B. Lennon
Psychologist, PhD, HSPP
Verified
PRACTICE NOW LIMITED TO CURRENT AND FORMER CLIENTS. I have been in private practice since 1984 focusing on
children
, adolescents, adults, and families within the tenets of the Judeo-Christian tradition. I have specialized in bonding and attachment issues with foster and adopted
children
as well as
children
from divorced parents.
Jillian Yee
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP
Verified
I also help parents who need assistance advocating for their
child
, coordinating care with other treatment providers like psychiatrists, therapists, etc.
ONLY TAKING NEW TESTING CLIENTS : I provide an array of services to my clients including individual therapy and psychological testing (cognitive and personality testing). I DO NOT do neuropsychological or learning disability testing. I have experience working with
children
, adolescents, young adults, adults and families who are struggling with a variety of issues from anxiety, depression, ADHD, school problems including learning differences, life transitions including divorce, blended families, mood dysregulation problems, major mental illness including psychotic disorders and personality disorders.
Community Psychological Consultants
Psychologist, PhD, HSPP
Verified
Mary L. Sanders, Ph.D., HSPP, has been in private practice since 1981, first in California and, since 1992, in Indianapolis. She earned her A.B. degree at Washington University, St. Louis, and her M.A. and Ph.D. degrees at University of California, Riverside. Dr. Sanders works both with
children
and adults, providing evaluations, individual, and family therapy, and consultations to schools and other organizations. She serves as a mental health neutral with collaborative law cases, and conducts custody and other evaluations for the courts. Dr. Sanders has a special interest and experience in working with gifted learners.
Jennifer Horn
Psychologist, PhD, HSPP
Verified
I utilize psychological testing when diagnostic issues need to be clarified, particularly when school support is necessary to help the
child
reach their fullest potential academically.
"Helping
children
reach their fullest potential" I am committed to and guided by this statement. My mission is to support families in their efforts to improve their
child
's well-being, and assisting the
child
in improving their overall functioning at school, at home, and with their peers. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I work exclusively with
children
/adolescents and their families. I have been providing comprehensive evaluations and treatment in Indiana for over 30 years. I find great enjoyment in working with
children
/teens and their families that are facing a variety of learning, behavioral, and emotional issues.
Alice McDermott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAC
Verified
I have been told many times that I am easy to talk to. I look forward to working with individuals, families as well as
children
and adolescents to address a multitude of issues. Confronting negative patterns and building on strengths brings change as we work through contributing issues. Substance Abuse assessment and treatment also available. I have formed many relationships with court, county, legal and medical professionals to offer the best collaboration of care.
Jessica Austin
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CAS
Verified
I am not taking new clients at this time.I have worked as a School Counselor and in private practice. I have worked with
children
and adults suffering from ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem Issues, and Substance Abuse concerns.
Lindsey Garrigus
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
My heart is to work with women,
children
, and families.
Going to counseling for the first time can be intimidating and I hope to create a safe and engaging environment where each client feels accepted, heard, and seen. Whatever brings you in to the office, my goal is to work together to help you thrive and be the best you can be - finding and valuing your strengths, which can aid in managing stress and trauma. Through gentleness, kindness, acceptance, empathy, and patience, my desire is to be a consistent person who can sit with you in your grief, frustration, and stress and to help you find a way back to joy.
Defining Growth
MA, BCBA
Verified
When families or their
children
experience a major life change, the collateral effects can be difficult to handle. Your
child
’s ability to regulate and control their emotions is linked to how well they’re managing stress in their life. When adolescents are unable to manage the stress they’re experiencing, they have greater difficulty solving problems and often have challenging or confusing behavior. They may lose interest in things they love to do, become more verbally defiant, neglect academic or personal obligations, experience conflict with peers at school, lie, or behave inappropriate online.
Lani Jones
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP
Verified
Is your
child
having difficulty sitting still during class? Is she struggling academically? Or he is irritable and moody? Is your
child
a picky eater? As a parent, you may wonder, "Is this normal?" Life can be complex and challenging, and psychological testing can aid in providing clarity and better understanding your
child
. Testing can also assist in identifying barriers that are impeding your
child
's optimal functioning. I will partner with your family to better understand the difficulties and then develop a clear, concise plan following testing to access resources and treatment services to best support your
child
's needs.
Kyle Surace
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
I have specialized in working with trauma, anxiety, depression,
child
behavioral problems, attachment issues, and within the family system.
While I am specifically interested in guiding
children
ages 3-11 who present with trauma, mood disorders, and/or disruptive externalizing behaviors towards a place of emotional regulation, I have worked with adolescents, adults, and adults older than the age of 65.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Fishers, IN 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 Fishers 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 Fishers 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.