Child Therapists in Boston, MA
I have my MSW from Boston College where I specialized in children, youth, and families as well as mental health.
I take a teamwork approach to therapy. We work together to identify and navigate the goals that brought you to therapy. My work is grounded in honesty, creativity, and humor. I believe therapy works when it feels safe and engaging while also being clear and direct when it matters. My goal as a therapist is to incorporate fun while doing meaningful work.
I have my MSW from Boston College where I specialized in children, youth, and families as well as mental health.
I take a teamwork approach to therapy. We work together to identify and navigate the goals that brought you to therapy. My work is grounded in honesty, creativity, and humor. I believe therapy works when it feels safe and engaging while also being clear and direct when it matters. My goal as a therapist is to incorporate fun while doing meaningful work.
My goal in a therapeutic relationship is to help you access the tools you need in order to find fulfillment in your life. I support my clients in challenging negative thoughts, accessing internal and external support, and setting and maintaining healthy boundaries. Whether you’re navigating difficult emotions like anger or grief, struggling to make a hard decision in your career or relationships, or are overwhelmed by everyday stress, we can work together toward developing the clarity and ease you require for the life you're striving for.
My goal in a therapeutic relationship is to help you access the tools you need in order to find fulfillment in your life. I support my clients in challenging negative thoughts, accessing internal and external support, and setting and maintaining healthy boundaries. Whether you’re navigating difficult emotions like anger or grief, struggling to make a hard decision in your career or relationships, or are overwhelmed by everyday stress, we can work together toward developing the clarity and ease you require for the life you're striving for.
As a licensed clinical social worker specializing in play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, I understand that seeking therapy—whether for yourself, your child, or your relationship—takes tremendous courage.
I specialize in Play Therapy for children and CBT for couples/families. Kids express emotions through toys, drawing, and activities rather than talk therapy. I help reshape negative thought patterns and build coping skills. My warm, energetic approach creates safe spaces where children, couples, and families heal and thrive together.
As a licensed clinical social worker specializing in play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, I understand that seeking therapy—whether for yourself, your child, or your relationship—takes tremendous courage.
I specialize in Play Therapy for children and CBT for couples/families. Kids express emotions through toys, drawing, and activities rather than talk therapy. I help reshape negative thought patterns and build coping skills. My warm, energetic approach creates safe spaces where children, couples, and families heal and thrive together.
If you're looking for a supportive and collaborative environment to work through issues such as anger management, anxiety, ADHD, children's and adolescent mental/behavioral health, depression, multicultural/diversity issues, stress, suicidal ideation, self-harming behaviors, or trauma, I am here to help.
Hello, I'm Chontae. With 8 years of experience as a clinician in both school and outpatient settings, I am passionate about supporting individuals of all ages to achieve stability in a client-centered manner. My approach to therapy is collaborative, and I enjoy working together with my clients to help them meet their treatment goals.
I utilize strength-based and solution-focused modalities, as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing, to guide our sessions. These methods allow us to focus on your strengths and find practical solutions to the challenges you face.
If you're looking for a supportive and collaborative environment to work through issues such as anger management, anxiety, ADHD, children's and adolescent mental/behavioral health, depression, multicultural/diversity issues, stress, suicidal ideation, self-harming behaviors, or trauma, I am here to help.
Hello, I'm Chontae. With 8 years of experience as a clinician in both school and outpatient settings, I am passionate about supporting individuals of all ages to achieve stability in a client-centered manner. My approach to therapy is collaborative, and I enjoy working together with my clients to help them meet their treatment goals.
I utilize strength-based and solution-focused modalities, as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing, to guide our sessions. These methods allow us to focus on your strengths and find practical solutions to the challenges you face.
I specialize in helping children, teens, and young adults overcome anxiety and OCD using proven, effective approaches.
My approach combines evidence-based treatments like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with compassionate, individualized care. With previous positions at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital's Child CBT Clinic, and training from some of the nation's premier treatment centers, I bring cutting-edge clinical expertise to every case.
I specialize in helping children, teens, and young adults overcome anxiety and OCD using proven, effective approaches.
My approach combines evidence-based treatments like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with compassionate, individualized care. With previous positions at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital's Child CBT Clinic, and training from some of the nation's premier treatment centers, I bring cutting-edge clinical expertise to every case.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience in treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse, as well as relationship and family issues. I believe that we all need a compassionate witness to achieve honest self-awareness and move through what's painful and difficult in life. When self-awareness is paired with self-compassion we can find what motivates us to make change. I offer talk therapy that focuses on establishing trust, building positive self esteem, and teaching healthy skills for coping. I have a holistic, mind/body approach that considers all elements of health and wellness.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience in treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse, as well as relationship and family issues. I believe that we all need a compassionate witness to achieve honest self-awareness and move through what's painful and difficult in life. When self-awareness is paired with self-compassion we can find what motivates us to make change. I offer talk therapy that focuses on establishing trust, building positive self esteem, and teaching healthy skills for coping. I have a holistic, mind/body approach that considers all elements of health and wellness.
Ashley Lussier is a Licensed Certified Social Worker who works with children, adolescents, and young adults navigating a range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Her areas of focus include depression, anxiety, behavioral concerns, social and interpersonal difficulties, life transitions, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and ADHD.
Ashley draws primarily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness-based approaches to support clients.
Ashley earned her Master of Social Work with a certificate in Mental Health Practice from Simmons University, where she completed her clinical training at Northeast Family.
Ashley Lussier is a Licensed Certified Social Worker who works with children, adolescents, and young adults navigating a range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Her areas of focus include depression, anxiety, behavioral concerns, social and interpersonal difficulties, life transitions, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and ADHD.
Ashley draws primarily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness-based approaches to support clients.
Ashley earned her Master of Social Work with a certificate in Mental Health Practice from Simmons University, where she completed her clinical training at Northeast Family.
I also have extensive experience working with families struggling to find the right supports for their children.
I am doing Telehealth only at this time. I accept most insurances. I do also accept a sliding scale fee. Please discuss this with me prior to your first scheduled appointment.
I also have extensive experience working with families struggling to find the right supports for their children.
I am doing Telehealth only at this time. I accept most insurances. I do also accept a sliding scale fee. Please discuss this with me prior to your first scheduled appointment.
I’m MaKenna Arrigo, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapy doctoral candidate with over a decade of experience supporting children, teens, adults, and families. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, trauma, family stress, and life transitions with a grounded, compassionate, and practical approach. My work blends evidence-based modalities with nature-based and experiential strategies to create a supportive environment where clients feel understood and empowered. Above all, I’m committed to helping individuals and families grow with clarity, confidence, and connection.
I’m MaKenna Arrigo, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapy doctoral candidate with over a decade of experience supporting children, teens, adults, and families. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, trauma, family stress, and life transitions with a grounded, compassionate, and practical approach. My work blends evidence-based modalities with nature-based and experiential strategies to create a supportive environment where clients feel understood and empowered. Above all, I’m committed to helping individuals and families grow with clarity, confidence, and connection.
I work with both children and adults, and my approach is rooted in compassionate curiosity, nonjudgement and providing a safe and supportive space for clients to build confidence, express emotions, address problems and learn new skills.
I have over 15 years of experience as a therapist. I am skilled in play therapy, family therapy, trauma therapy, narrative therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. I believe in integrating body and mind, and incorporate skills I have learned in restorative yoga and trauma informed yoga trainings. I tailor each approach to the client and their needs.
I work with both children and adults, and my approach is rooted in compassionate curiosity, nonjudgement and providing a safe and supportive space for clients to build confidence, express emotions, address problems and learn new skills.
I have over 15 years of experience as a therapist. I am skilled in play therapy, family therapy, trauma therapy, narrative therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. I believe in integrating body and mind, and incorporate skills I have learned in restorative yoga and trauma informed yoga trainings. I tailor each approach to the client and their needs.
Difficult circumstances can be an opportunity for growth. Psychotherapy provides a journey from challenge to healing and positive change. Beyond coming out of present crises, in therapy one can learn new behaviors in order to avoid “repeating the same mistakes.” While our history cannot be altered, we can learn from the past and present to change patterns that are harmful or no longer serve us. As a clinical psychologist, I believe healing allows us to open to more fulfilling experiences, to create a meaningful life.
In our space, your unique experiences and challenges will be welcomed without judgment, whatever they may be.
Difficult circumstances can be an opportunity for growth. Psychotherapy provides a journey from challenge to healing and positive change. Beyond coming out of present crises, in therapy one can learn new behaviors in order to avoid “repeating the same mistakes.” While our history cannot be altered, we can learn from the past and present to change patterns that are harmful or no longer serve us. As a clinical psychologist, I believe healing allows us to open to more fulfilling experiences, to create a meaningful life.
In our space, your unique experiences and challenges will be welcomed without judgment, whatever they may be.
WELCOME.What brings someone to therapy is always deeply personal and deeply compelling. Such an experience is unique, and complex. Thus to fully acknowledge, validate, and to understand requires skillful integration of listening, empathy, theoretical knowledge, clinical acumen, compassion and, most of all, willingness to fully engage in the process. I am a seasoned clinician well-versed in a variety of therapeutic approaches. This offers each person I work with an approach that is individually tailored to your unique goals, needs, and challenges. Inherent in this process is open dialogue so we maximize the efficacy of our work together.
WELCOME.What brings someone to therapy is always deeply personal and deeply compelling. Such an experience is unique, and complex. Thus to fully acknowledge, validate, and to understand requires skillful integration of listening, empathy, theoretical knowledge, clinical acumen, compassion and, most of all, willingness to fully engage in the process. I am a seasoned clinician well-versed in a variety of therapeutic approaches. This offers each person I work with an approach that is individually tailored to your unique goals, needs, and challenges. Inherent in this process is open dialogue so we maximize the efficacy of our work together.
We take an individualized approach to therapy and focus on resiliency and positive change that can be generalized to your family and child's day-to-day life.
We have immediate availability for therapy and neuropsychological assessment! We are a group practice of clinical psychologists and neuropsychologists with specialized training in evidence-based practice, neuropsychological and psychological assessment and cognitive behavioral therapy. Currently accepting patients aged 5-35. Family-based psychotherapy is also available.
We take an individualized approach to therapy and focus on resiliency and positive change that can be generalized to your family and child's day-to-day life.
We have immediate availability for therapy and neuropsychological assessment! We are a group practice of clinical psychologists and neuropsychologists with specialized training in evidence-based practice, neuropsychological and psychological assessment and cognitive behavioral therapy. Currently accepting patients aged 5-35. Family-based psychotherapy is also available.
I provide over 15 years of mental health expertise for those adults, children, and couples who wish to improve their lives.
Teletherapy addressing: Mindfulness, depression, anxiety, emotional intelligence and regulation, stress management, life coaching, communication enhancement, and conflict resolution
I provide over 15 years of mental health expertise for those adults, children, and couples who wish to improve their lives.
Teletherapy addressing: Mindfulness, depression, anxiety, emotional intelligence and regulation, stress management, life coaching, communication enhancement, and conflict resolution
I provide telehealth-based psychotherapy for adults, children, and families in WY, MA and FL.
Therapy is never 'one size fits all,' which is why I offer a range of flexible treatment options, including EMDR, cognitive processing, CBT, DBT, prolonged exposure, internal family systems (IFS), and narrative exposure therapy. This allows for a highly individualized experience that meets your personal needs, preferences and goals.
I provide telehealth-based psychotherapy for adults, children, and families in WY, MA and FL.
Therapy is never 'one size fits all,' which is why I offer a range of flexible treatment options, including EMDR, cognitive processing, CBT, DBT, prolonged exposure, internal family systems (IFS), and narrative exposure therapy. This allows for a highly individualized experience that meets your personal needs, preferences and goals.
I specialize in ADHD therapy for children ages 6–11 struggling with impulsivity, inattention, emotional dysregulation, hyperactivity, procrastination, disorganization, and school avoidance.
As a bilingual ADHD specialist, I provide therapy for children ages 6–11, including ADHD assessments, executive functioning evaluations, parent education, CBT, ADHD coaching, and trauma-informed care. My culturally sensitive approach addresses procrastination, disorganization, emotional regulation, and school struggles while supporting parents and teachers.
I specialize in ADHD therapy for children ages 6–11 struggling with impulsivity, inattention, emotional dysregulation, hyperactivity, procrastination, disorganization, and school avoidance.
As a bilingual ADHD specialist, I provide therapy for children ages 6–11, including ADHD assessments, executive functioning evaluations, parent education, CBT, ADHD coaching, and trauma-informed care. My culturally sensitive approach addresses procrastination, disorganization, emotional regulation, and school struggles while supporting parents and teachers.
I see children and young adults from birth through 24 years old.
I am a licensed psychologist with expertise in pediatric neuropsychology. I have worked in many settings (schools, hospitals, clinics, and private practice). I have specialized training in Autism Spectrum Disorders, hearing loss, ADHD, OCD/anxiety, learning disabilities, Down syndrome, and various medical conditions and neurological disorders.
I see children and young adults from birth through 24 years old.
I am a licensed psychologist with expertise in pediatric neuropsychology. I have worked in many settings (schools, hospitals, clinics, and private practice). I have specialized training in Autism Spectrum Disorders, hearing loss, ADHD, OCD/anxiety, learning disabilities, Down syndrome, and various medical conditions and neurological disorders.
I am also working on finishing my Parent- Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Certification.
I have experience with individuals across the lifespan with a variety of challenges including behavioral concerns, anxiety, depression, and Autism. I also have experience conducting psychoeducational and neuropsychological assessments for children and young adults.
I am also working on finishing my Parent- Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Certification.
I have experience with individuals across the lifespan with a variety of challenges including behavioral concerns, anxiety, depression, and Autism. I also have experience conducting psychoeducational and neuropsychological assessments for children and young adults.
I have specific expertise working with couples and families, particularly those experiencing high conflict dynamics and/or divorce, children and adolescents, individuals impacted by trauma/complex trauma, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Often, we find ourselves stuck. We repeat ineffective and painful patterns of behavior, and think worrisome and self-critical thoughts. Our past creeps in and impacts our present functioning. We struggle with conflict and communication in our most important relationships. It takes courage to tell your story, whether it is your first time or you have previously engaged in therapy. It is a privilege for me to learn about, and partner with you in pursuit of your goals. I see therapy as a safe and collaborative space to explore yourself, your areas of strength and of growth, and your relationships, without judgement.
I have specific expertise working with couples and families, particularly those experiencing high conflict dynamics and/or divorce, children and adolescents, individuals impacted by trauma/complex trauma, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Often, we find ourselves stuck. We repeat ineffective and painful patterns of behavior, and think worrisome and self-critical thoughts. Our past creeps in and impacts our present functioning. We struggle with conflict and communication in our most important relationships. It takes courage to tell your story, whether it is your first time or you have previously engaged in therapy. It is a privilege for me to learn about, and partner with you in pursuit of your goals. I see therapy as a safe and collaborative space to explore yourself, your areas of strength and of growth, and your relationships, without judgement.
I am taking new clients- teens and adults online, as well as children and families in person!
I am trauma informed and culturally sensitive therapist. I am a registered play therapist with advanced training and supervision in the use of play and sandtray for healing. I completed a Mindfulness based stress reduction training which I use with children and adults. I also work with parents and young children to enhance attachment, using Theraplay.
I am taking new clients- teens and adults online, as well as children and families in person!
I am trauma informed and culturally sensitive therapist. I am a registered play therapist with advanced training and supervision in the use of play and sandtray for healing. I completed a Mindfulness based stress reduction training which I use with children and adults. I also work with parents and young children to enhance attachment, using Theraplay.
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Child Therapists
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.
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.
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.