Child Therapists in Auburn, MA
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Valerie Smith
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I have over 10 years experience as a licensed practitioner and over 30 years working with
children
and families.
As a licensed mental health clinician, I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and trauma related disorders. I work with families to improve relationships and individuals of all ages who suffer from traumatic experiences.
Mitchell D Gurk, PhD
Psychologist, PhD, MFT, BCPC, Diploma
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
With
children
, treatment approach is family-centered.
Treatment is results oriented, which means we work together at the beginning to define the changes that are meaningful to you. In a basic sense, psychotherapy is for thinking about feelings. We are all part of systems, be they family, work or society. The outcome is more freedom to be yourself. All inquiries referrals scheduling by phone: please call 508.885.3861. Repeat your calls (on the hour) to reach me quickest in person. No written messages! No computer inquiries!
Emily Allcroft, MS, CCLS, New Inspiration LLC
MS, BSW, CCLS
I have immediate openings: I specialize in helping kids, (but I'm also eager to work with adults). Having worked with
children
and families at a
children
's hospital, I can tell you that life does have its hills and valleys. But you don't have to "go it alone": Whether it's an adult struggling to cope...or a kid with anxiety, depression, or behavior problems...I am prepared and ready to help!
Samantha Dick
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified
Verified
My name is Sam & I’m excited you’re here! I deeply admire what it takes to make the first step in coming to therapy & the vulnerability in truly coming as you are. What's more is my belief in the importance of cultivating a strong, secure counseling partnership upheld by authenticity, rooted in empathy & remains grounded in unconditional positive regard for whoever I sit across from. In 2011, I began my devotion to a career working with
children
, adults & families with a wide range of strengths, needs & backgrounds in various mental health settings. My focus is in both intensive clinical psychotherapy & family systems counseling.
Lisa A Sullivan
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC, CBIS
Verified
Verified
I am a clinical therapist licensed in Massachusetts for 26 years as a clinical psychotherapist. I provide telehealth and in person therapy. I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including Trauma, Anxiety. Addiction, developmental disability, Autism, Depression, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, Parenting skills, OCD, Brain Injury,
Children
and Adolescents Therapy, Behavioral Management, Substance abuse, Dysmorphia and couple's therapy. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
Karin E Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I work with
children
, adolescents and adults to promote learning, healing and growing. As a Client of mine, we focus on your strengths while we work towards managing your setbacks, pressures, and losses that life presents. I would support you to cope emotionally and rationally with these challenges. To build your resilience and power, I listen openly to who you are and who you want to become while gently pointing out reality .
Peggy Langley
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I work with any age level, from 4 years old, with or without parents, and adults. I work from a heart-centered, client-focused approach. My background is in dance/movement therapy, focusing, and body-oriented psychotherapies. I have years of experience working with young
children
with emotional and behavioral issues, their families, and adult individuals.
Pathways To Wellness Associates, LLC
Counselor, LICSW, LMHC, LPC
Verified
Verified
Pathways To Wellness Associates, LLC assists high functioning individuals and families to recognize and achieve their full potential in a safe and supportive atmosphere. We provide the highest quality counseling services founded in theory and evidence based practices. Our licensed therapists specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment, Self-Regulation, and Competency (ARC) Framework and
Child
and Family Therapy.
Gisele M Duplessis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I carry hope for positive change with many life issues: addiction issues, anxiety, trauma, depression, blended family complexities, loss and grief, and adult
children
of dysfunctional family systems, as well as family changes such as divorce.
If you are seeking guidance and support towards a more joyful and balanced life, with holistic interventions, let's work together towards your goals. Everyone meets a time in their life where the barriers to your personal vision of wellness, can feel overwhelming. You can have the support you want to move towards your personal view of success and wellness.
Ginger Fairbanks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am currently accepting new clients via telehealth between the hours of 8-2 M-F. I have 20+ years of experience working with
children
, families, and adults from all walks of life who are working on a wide variety of personal and interpersonal concerns. I borrow from a variety of therapeutic interventions to help others deal with the difficulties they are facing.
Jessica Butler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified
Verified
I am so very proud that you are reaching out for help. I know it is a very daunting process to find a therapist that will fit YOUR needs and YOUR situation. Have you been feeling anxious, run-down, or overwhelmed about school, parenting, or family struggles? Have you started to see mood and behavioral changes in your
child
that have started to affect aspects of their life? Or are you struggling with feeling overwhelmed and out of control during pregnancy or after having your baby? If you found yourself nodding in agreement to any of those questions, I hope that you will reach out to start your own healing.
Kimina Counseling
LMHC
Verified
Verified
Hello! Kimina Counseling is a small group practice, serving adolescents and adults in Central Massachusetts. We understand that reaching out for support can be intimidating, and want to help make this process a comfortable one. Exploring your options for therapy is the first step of your healing journey, and we are ready and committed to going on that path with you. We believe that all individuals are doing the best they can with the skills they have in any given moment and our relational approach emphasizes genuine connection between our therapists and the clients we serve.
Not accepting new clients
Paula Courtney LMHC Counseling Services
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
No openings. Client can choose in person (Spencer) or continue with telehealth in the future. Please use email contact option. "We can control our thoughts and emotions or they can control us. There is a world of difference." Therapy is educational and direct with focus on cognitive restructuring and skills building. Clients usually report ease of symptoms in the first few weeks. I'm a graduate of Assumption. I've completed the Aaron Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy known to be the most effective form of treatment today.
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Bethany D'Amico Hackenson
Counselor, LMHC, MEd
Verified
Verified
As a licensed mental health counselor, my practice focuses on helping
children
and young adults thrive both within the home and outside.
My practice is currently full! Parents and
children
have been having disagreements since the beginning of time. It can be hard to understand what a
child
is going through, especially when you feel you’ve done everything you possibly can to make things better. The loss of control coupled with feelings ranging from hopelessness to anger can lead to strained and fractured family dynamics.
Not accepting new clients
Hillary Murphy
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have experience working with
children
and adolescents individually as well as within the context of their families. I have worked with clients in multiple settings including school, community, home, and residential facilities.
Erin Almstrom
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
(ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS FOR TELE-HEALTH (Virtual) VISITS). Expectant mothers and new moms, especially if they already have toddlers or older siblings, may feel a range of anxieties and negative thoughts as they struggle to cope in what we hope would be a joyful time. There is warm and caring support to work through all these feelings and to establish coping mechanisms that will benefit your
child
and you. Let me help you to feel positive and secure as a pregnant mom, new mother, or as parents together. [TRUSTED REFERRAL PARTNER OF EMBRACE MIDWIFERY, WORCESTER.]
Gentles Counseling Services LLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in treating
children
, adolescents and couples. My initial focus is to establish a therapeutic relationship with my persons who I work with as I believe that is the foundation for effective therapy. I currently have evening appointments on a weekday in addition to weekends. I offer empathetic listening and also provide direct but therapeutic feedback and support to the individuals I work with. I strongly believe in meeting my clients where he or she is at and facilitating him or her in addressing the presenting problems.
Jenn Luke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Are you finding life hard to cope with and you need to work through your concerns in a safe and empathetic environment. I can provide that and more. My name is Jenn and I have been in the field for 26 years. I have experience working with
children
, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. I specialize in helping clients coping with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, parental challenges and grief. The ideal client is coming to therapy motivated to work through their concerns, hear a different perspective and develop strategies to overcome these challenges.
Perseverance Clinical Services, LLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
" I am a dedicated and skilled Christian counselor with experience providing care for
children
, teenagers, and adults. I have experience treating individuals diagnosed with anxiety, trauma-related issues, depression, borderline personality, attention deficit disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, bipolar disorder, and adjustment disorders. I have experience providing individual and couples therapy. I recognize that my clients are able to make progress in treatment when they are open, ready, and able to commit to making changes in their lives. I am trained, experienced, and prepared to help my clients function better physically, emotionally, and spiritually."
Elizabeth Quigley, LICSW, New Inspiration
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now, perhaps more than ever, you need someone – someone REALLY helpful – “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve.
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Child Therapists
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 long are sessions with child therapists?
Children’s therapy sessions can last 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes. The length of the session may depend on your child’s age and the type of therapy practiced. You can discuss this with therapists you consult and the one you ultimately move forward with.
How do I get a child to agree to seek therapy?
The best approach is to have an open-ended conversation with your child about how they’re doing and what they might be struggling with. When you raise therapy, discuss the concept in an age-appropriate way, for example explaining that a therapist’s job is to help kids handle their hard or uncomfortable feelings. Frame therapy positively, as an opportunity to explore and build emotional skills—it’s an important tool in the toolbox to help kids feel their best.
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.