Child Therapists in Annapolis, MD
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Melissa Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Niche: LGBTQIA, adolescents/young adults, teachers, athletes and
children
. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients can feel safe to share their story and know they are being seen and heard. Using a holistic, client-centered approach I help folks find self-love, acceptance, and healthy ways to move through life transitions. I use a variety of clinical skills with
children
. I encourage parents of young
children
to attend sessions as I model behavioral techniques they can implement at home.

Lauren Pantoulis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
She has contributed articles for Baltimore’s
Child
Magazine and Washington Family Magazine, and been a featured interview for Chesapeake Family Magazine.
Lauren Pantoulis, LCPC is a Certified Specialist in ADHD and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy for
children
and adults. She earned her M.A. in Clinical Psychology, and M.S. Counseling Psychology from Loyola University.
Not accepting new clients

Christine N Coyle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
I am certified in TF-CBT and in Parent-
Child
Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
***I am not currently accepting new clients. Please complete new intake request for other clinician openings at our website.*** I have been practicing as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) since 2008 and co-founded Anchored Hope Therapy, LLC in 2016. I have experience working with
children
, adults, couples, and families and helping clients manage their symptoms stemming from both every day and chronic stress.
Annapolis, MD 21401
Not accepting new clients

Linda Fiesta
Counselor, MS, NCC, LCPC
Verified
Verified
LifePsycle Counseling specializes in addressing the needs of adult individuals,
children
(beginning age 5), families and elder clients as they are faced with issues associated with personal life transition, various types of loss and recovery. Typical clients are seeking support for stress management, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and personal / professional growth, including life and interview coaching. In addition to having raised three successful
children
with my husband, I bring background experience as a classroom teacher, success in corporate business and clinical mental health counseling.
Not accepting new clients

Chelsea M Haverly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have a specialized training background in treating adult and
child
survivors of sexual abuse, assault and exploitation.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) and co-founder of Anchored Hope Therapy, LLC. I work with individuals of all ages who are experiencing ongoing stress, have experienced a tragedy or trauma in their life and are looking to make changes they identify as important to them. I believe that a strong therapeutic alliance can be supportive and helpful in the healing process. I work with
children
, adults and families who are in conflict, struggling to communicate their needs and desires, and are looking for support within personal and professional relationships.

Renee May
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCPAT
Verified
Verified
There are times when we outgrow our current coping skills and need to refocus our energy and will. Balancing our ways we survive is key by using different strategies and techniques that are carved out for each one of us. Being an art therapist and a clinical social worker, I believe that in my work with
children
, adolescents, and adults a way exists in finding the best self that is somewhere within themselves. Using cognitive behavioral therapy with a client-centered focus, I can join with and provide an outlet for clients to share experiences and work together to foster an improved sense of self and well-being.

Karin Anstendig Mosk
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have a personal interest and expertise in understanding a
child
's unique learning style and guiding families towards optimal learning environments.
When you meet with me, you will feel immediately comfortable. I am very good at helping you to figure out what the challenge is and to provide the support you need for change. I am a
child
/adolescent specialist. I connect exceptionally well to
children
and teens and have helped many experience better lives. I have over 17 years experience in practice and have had much success. I am looking forward to meeting with you and finding out how I can help you have a stronger and more positive family and to help you, as an individual, attain your goals.

Theresa Shank
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a fellow parent, I understand that there is no greater pleasure than to see your
child
happy and healthy. But excessive worrying, relentlessly demanding OCD rituals, the fear of vomiting, social anxiety, and self-harming behaviors like hair pulling and skin picking can rip away the joy of childhood and bring anguish to the family. I am a warm, compassionate, and very active cognitive-behavioral therapist with many years of success in helping
children
and teens recover from these challenges. I work as a team with parents, including them in at least part of every session.

Mark Hedlund
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I have been working within a medical pediatric practice for the duration of my career, and as a result see a number of
children
and adolescents in the Maryland and Washington DC area. Treatment with this population generally focuses on developmental, behavioral, academic, social, and family issues. I also see a number of adults on an outpatient basis and greatly value this aspect of my practice as well. Anxiety, depression, loss, and relationship issues are the primary focus of my work with adults, adolescents, and
children
. If you are planning to use health insurance please indicate whom your provider is.

David Kellner
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LCPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I work with
children
, adolescents and adults to discover opportunities to bring together the broken pieces to achieve a new wholeness and life.
Henri Nouwen says, "real care means the willingness to help each other in making our brokenness into the gateway to joy." Perhaps it is the broken pieces of your life that have brought you to this page - broken relationships, broken dreams or just feeling broken. In this you are not alone, but it is my firm conviction that the broken pieces that are strewn about you can become the very material needed in creating wholeness and peace.
Not accepting new clients

Smith Broadwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
I have a particular passion for working with people dealing with the effects of complex trauma, working through attachment issues within foster and adopted families, and working with LGBTQIA+
children
, adolescents and their families.
**NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. I INVITE YOU TO REACH OUT ABOUT MY WAITLIST FOR APPOINTMENTS AS THEY COME OPEN** Hi! My name is Smith (they/them) and I deeply value clients feeling heard and believed. I have worked with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, body image struggles, disordered eating, coming out, transitioning, dissociation, relationship conflict, acute and complex trauma, and more.
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Lee Anne Woomert
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Dr. Woomert is a Licensed Psychologist who provides psychological assessment and therapeutic services. Evaluations are designed to bridge the gap between difficulties a young person faces and the services or interventions they need to reach their full potential. Dr. Woomert has extensive experience in collaborative assessment, which emphasizes the importance of your perspective and wisdom when it comes to the difficulties your
child
or family is experiencing. After an evaluation, families can expect to have a much clearer idea of their
child
's strengths and weaknesses, as well as how to move forward and improve their lives.

Matthew Yeazel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
I work with both
children
and adults.
We are all unique individuals and bring so much to the world. My goal is to empower you to tap into your uniqueness and help you overcome any issues that might be causing you to not reach your full potential. Life can sometimes be quite difficult- I welcome the opportunity to be of assistance on your journey.
Not accepting new clients

Brian J Cunningham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
I assist
children
, adults, and families in gaining an understanding of how trauma and daily stress may manifest in typical presentations such as anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges.
Managing the stressors that life throws at us can be challenging! The path through life is rarely smooth, and we all navigate the terrain in our own, unique ways. Often, we have the tools to manage the obstacles on our own; other times, that path is wide enough to allow support from others as we move forward. Still other times, we can’t even find the path! I strive to promote an environment in which clients feel safe to share experiences at their own pace and without judgment. I believe that a genuine approach, supported by evidenced-based treatment models, cultivates the rapport necessary to promote positive change.

Meghan H Buckley
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Whether you or your
child
are suffering from emotional pain, problematic behavior, or relationship conflicts, you deserve the best possible therapy experience.
Learn how to pursue your goals despite your problems by developing an antifragile mindset. I am an experienced psychologist who teaches evidence-based skills and strategies to help you feel better and have better relationships. With more than a decade of experience, I provide evaluation and therapy to
children
, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in Clinical
Child
and Adolescent Psychology, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with all ages. My style is genuine, accepting, and at times entertaining. My focus is helping you become mentally stronger and capable of coping with adversity while reaching your goals. Life can get better through therapy.

Ali Donohoe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I love working with teens and young adults who are exhausted from struggling with eating disorders and who look in the mirror and hate what they see. It can be so tough as a parent to watch your
child
struggle and not know what you can do to help.

Jodi Brown
Counselor, LMHC, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you struggling to communicate with your significant other? Tired of power struggles with your teenager/
child
? Do you want to lift the veil of depression and feel like you are able to enjoy time with your family again? Have you been feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, or stressed by obstacles at work? If you've been searching for support or answered "yes" to any of these questions, now is the time to reach out.

W. R. Nay
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) believes that how you think determines how you feel and act when a situation with your spouse,
child
, friend or co-worker arises.
I am a professor (University of Illinois, currently: Georgetown Medical School) and in private practice. As a teacher of tools, skills and strategies, my clients quickly learn new, more effective behaviors to reduce discomfort and be more successful. My approach is not so much placing a label on people but in offering ideas for what they can DO NOW and in the future to learn and implement new successful behaviors. I enjoy working with mood, anxiety, anger and behavioral problems for all the ages. My approach is pragmatic, behavioral and usually is short-term to achieve well-defined results.

Waypoint Wellness Center
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, MD, LCSW, LCPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Waypoint Wellness Center was founded in 2015 and offers individual, family, and couples psychotherapy as well as medication management in a welcoming, private practice setting. In addition, Waypoint offers psychological, neuropsychological, and psycho-educational testing. Our providers utilize evidence-based approaches such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) to provide therapy and medication management for
children
, adolescents, and adults. We have offices in Annapolis, Severna Park, and Linthicum and provide telehealth services.

Allen-Ayuk Behavioral Health Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
It is the mission of Allen-Ayuk Behavioral Health Center, Inc. (ABHC) to provide comprehensive outpatient mental health, psychotropic and PRP services to
children
, adolescents and adults with emotional and behavioral issues that impact their ability to function in their community. We will provide services that are therapeutic and age and culturally appropriate; rendered by individuals who are appropriately credentialed and privileged; and are capable of being delivered both on-and off-site.
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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.