Therapists for Toddlers in Roland Park, MD
Baltimore Pediatric Psychology is the private practice of Dr. Lucy Leibowitz. I am a licensed psychologist in Maryland with availability for therapy and psycho-educational evaluations. My specialty is in helping parents and children manage emotional and behavioral concerns, including anxiety and depression, tantrums, ADHD, and sleep problems across ages. I use cognitive-behavioral strategies and collaborate with families to develop effective and individualized treatment plans. I believe in sharing research and best practice with families and working together to implement these approaches for each unique family.
Baltimore Pediatric Psychology is the private practice of Dr. Lucy Leibowitz. I am a licensed psychologist in Maryland with availability for therapy and psycho-educational evaluations. My specialty is in helping parents and children manage emotional and behavioral concerns, including anxiety and depression, tantrums, ADHD, and sleep problems across ages. I use cognitive-behavioral strategies and collaborate with families to develop effective and individualized treatment plans. I believe in sharing research and best practice with families and working together to implement these approaches for each unique family.
Imagine your mental health as a garden, where each plant represents a part of who you are. For overthinkers, especially those struggling with OCD and anxiety, the garden can feel overwhelmed by persistent weeds of worry, repetitive thoughts, and restless nights. These challenges can make it hard for the vibrant parts of you to grow and thrive. As a nonbinary, queer art therapist, artist, and outdoor walk-and-talk therapy enthusiast, I specialize in guiding all ages with my extensive training in art therapy, exposure and response prevention, somatic regulation, and parts work to help your garden heal and grow!
Imagine your mental health as a garden, where each plant represents a part of who you are. For overthinkers, especially those struggling with OCD and anxiety, the garden can feel overwhelmed by persistent weeds of worry, repetitive thoughts, and restless nights. These challenges can make it hard for the vibrant parts of you to grow and thrive. As a nonbinary, queer art therapist, artist, and outdoor walk-and-talk therapy enthusiast, I specialize in guiding all ages with my extensive training in art therapy, exposure and response prevention, somatic regulation, and parts work to help your garden heal and grow!
You’re sensitive, introspective, and often carry more inside than you can put into words. You may be navigating a quiet transition, feeling burnt out from caring for everyone else, or sensing you’ve “outgrown” old parts of yourself. Maybe you’ve always felt a little different—deep-feeling, intuitive, imaginative, or quietly overwhelmed. You want a space that’s gentle, creative, symbolic, and steady… somewhere you can breathe, understand your inner world, and feel a sense of clarity again.
You’re sensitive, introspective, and often carry more inside than you can put into words. You may be navigating a quiet transition, feeling burnt out from caring for everyone else, or sensing you’ve “outgrown” old parts of yourself. Maybe you’ve always felt a little different—deep-feeling, intuitive, imaginative, or quietly overwhelmed. You want a space that’s gentle, creative, symbolic, and steady… somewhere you can breathe, understand your inner world, and feel a sense of clarity again.
I'm Tara Mechlin, the owner of Bright Transitions Therapy. My expertise is in working with children & adults who have experienced a traumatic event or situation. Trauma and acute stress lead to mood swings, changes in behavior and difficulty expressing things which may significantly impact your quality of life.
I use evidence-based therapies to treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, and adjustment concerns. I also provide parent support and skill building, and have a specific interest in working with college students. Additionally, I offer supervision for graduate level clinicians seeking their clinical licensure.
I'm Tara Mechlin, the owner of Bright Transitions Therapy. My expertise is in working with children & adults who have experienced a traumatic event or situation. Trauma and acute stress lead to mood swings, changes in behavior and difficulty expressing things which may significantly impact your quality of life.
I use evidence-based therapies to treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, and adjustment concerns. I also provide parent support and skill building, and have a specific interest in working with college students. Additionally, I offer supervision for graduate level clinicians seeking their clinical licensure.
I specialize in play therapy.
As a dedicated registered play therapist, my mission is to create a nurturing and supportive environment where children feel safe to express themselves and explore their emotions through play. I understand that each child is unique, and I am committed to tailoring my approach to meet their individual needs.
With a compassionate and patient demeanor, I strive to build a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, and respect. I believe in the healing power of play and its ability to help children process complex emotions, develop coping skills, and build resilience.
I specialize in play therapy.
As a dedicated registered play therapist, my mission is to create a nurturing and supportive environment where children feel safe to express themselves and explore their emotions through play. I understand that each child is unique, and I am committed to tailoring my approach to meet their individual needs.
With a compassionate and patient demeanor, I strive to build a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, and respect. I believe in the healing power of play and its ability to help children process complex emotions, develop coping skills, and build resilience.
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I care deeply about walking alongside people, especially children and young adults, as they face difficult moments, whether living with a blood or immune disorder, struggling with emotions or behaviors, or coping with family stress. Many feel unseen, weighed down, or misunderstood, and long for support that feels gentle and real. My heart is to help every client feel truly seen, build strength, and nurture connections. Whether it’s a child learning big feelings, a family finding healthier ways to connect, or a couple restoring their bond, I want each client to move closer to hope, self-love, and confidence in their journey.
I care deeply about walking alongside people, especially children and young adults, as they face difficult moments, whether living with a blood or immune disorder, struggling with emotions or behaviors, or coping with family stress. Many feel unseen, weighed down, or misunderstood, and long for support that feels gentle and real. My heart is to help every client feel truly seen, build strength, and nurture connections. Whether it’s a child learning big feelings, a family finding healthier ways to connect, or a couple restoring their bond, I want each client to move closer to hope, self-love, and confidence in their journey.
Openings: Tuesdays at 11 am, Wednesdays biweekly at 1pm, Thursdays at 10:30 and 11:30.
Everyone has a challenge they may be struggling with. Therapy is the perfect place to help unload the nuances of life! I have experience supporting clients of all ages. Anxiety, depression, life changes, everyday stressors, relationship difficulties, OCD, planning/time management, and anger management are all areas I have experience working in.
Openings: Tuesdays at 11 am, Wednesdays biweekly at 1pm, Thursdays at 10:30 and 11:30.
Everyone has a challenge they may be struggling with. Therapy is the perfect place to help unload the nuances of life! I have experience supporting clients of all ages. Anxiety, depression, life changes, everyday stressors, relationship difficulties, OCD, planning/time management, and anger management are all areas I have experience working in.
“My goal as a mental health professional is to cultivate a therapeutic alliance that enables individuals , children, couples, and families to live a well-rounded and healthy life. No trial is too small or too big; everyone deserves a nonjudgmental and caring person who can give them the tools to effectively work through life’s challenges.”
“My goal as a mental health professional is to cultivate a therapeutic alliance that enables individuals , children, couples, and families to live a well-rounded and healthy life. No trial is too small or too big; everyone deserves a nonjudgmental and caring person who can give them the tools to effectively work through life’s challenges.”
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in cognitive and behavioral treatment for anxiety-related disorders (including selective mutism & OCD). I also have extensive experience helping with concerns such as depression, emotion regulation difficulties, ADHD, parenting stress and challenges, relationship difficulties, and pill-swallowing difficulties. I work with individuals of all ages, with a primary focus on children, adolescents, and young adults. I am also a part-time faculty member in the Division of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in cognitive and behavioral treatment for anxiety-related disorders (including selective mutism & OCD). I also have extensive experience helping with concerns such as depression, emotion regulation difficulties, ADHD, parenting stress and challenges, relationship difficulties, and pill-swallowing difficulties. I work with individuals of all ages, with a primary focus on children, adolescents, and young adults. I am also a part-time faculty member in the Division of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
I am an advocate for children and their families. I feel it is important for children to be heard and validated. I know the importance of meeting the client "where they are" emotionally, spiritually and psychologically. My approach is client centered and I apply play therapy, expressive art therapy, CBT and sand therapy based on the needs of the client. I work with children, adolescents, adults, families, couples and veterans. I assist clients with identifying the root causes of their current problems and how to resolve them. Honoring my client's life story is important. The client is the author of their life.
I am an advocate for children and their families. I feel it is important for children to be heard and validated. I know the importance of meeting the client "where they are" emotionally, spiritually and psychologically. My approach is client centered and I apply play therapy, expressive art therapy, CBT and sand therapy based on the needs of the client. I work with children, adolescents, adults, families, couples and veterans. I assist clients with identifying the root causes of their current problems and how to resolve them. Honoring my client's life story is important. The client is the author of their life.
I believe that the healthiest place to be is in the process. The relationship between therapist & the people on their journey in therapy is a pivotal & paramount role in the therapeutic process. The right match is critical for continuing therapy & having a rewarding & fulfilling experience. I use a strengths based, supportive approach with an integrative & humanistic perspective while looking at the whole person as each area of life influences our mental health & daily functioning. It is an honor to bear witness & walk with the people I serve while on their journey. All of us are significant & what happens to you matters.
I believe that the healthiest place to be is in the process. The relationship between therapist & the people on their journey in therapy is a pivotal & paramount role in the therapeutic process. The right match is critical for continuing therapy & having a rewarding & fulfilling experience. I use a strengths based, supportive approach with an integrative & humanistic perspective while looking at the whole person as each area of life influences our mental health & daily functioning. It is an honor to bear witness & walk with the people I serve while on their journey. All of us are significant & what happens to you matters.
Waypoint Wellness Center was founded in 2015 and offers individual, family, couples, and group 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 also provide telehealth services.
Waypoint Wellness Center was founded in 2015 and offers individual, family, couples, and group 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 also provide telehealth services.
Dr. H. DiNardo: Psychodynamic Individual Treatment
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD/MFT, LCSW-C, MSW
Timonium, MD 21093
To Schedule An Initial Appointment, Please E-Mail. I'm an experienced individual psychotherapist, having worked in numerous outpatient and inpatient settings. I've been in private practice for many years now, and believe a therapist needs to have a sound practical understanding of human behavior and psychological difficulties. Therapy is about understanding one's life, problem symptoms and causes, and working towards greater health. I work with patients of all ages. I'm also familiar with the unique issues often relevant to men's development and treatment.
To Schedule An Initial Appointment, Please E-Mail. I'm an experienced individual psychotherapist, having worked in numerous outpatient and inpatient settings. I've been in private practice for many years now, and believe a therapist needs to have a sound practical understanding of human behavior and psychological difficulties. Therapy is about understanding one's life, problem symptoms and causes, and working towards greater health. I work with patients of all ages. I'm also familiar with the unique issues often relevant to men's development and treatment.
UMEED Center for Healing Relationships, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Timonium, MD 21093
Rooted in the Urdu language, “umeed” means hope. Our practice centers on the belief that hope is at the core of our healing. At UMEED Center, we honor this principle in every step of the therapeutic journey. Under the compassionate clinical leadership of Dr. Misbha Qureshi, clients receive personalized and culturally attuned care tailored to their emotional and psychological needs. Whether you are seeking individual, couple, or family therapy, Dr. Qureshi’s work is grounded in authenticity and transparency. She embraces your uniqueness and walks beside you to overcome barriers that may be standing between your most authentic self.
Rooted in the Urdu language, “umeed” means hope. Our practice centers on the belief that hope is at the core of our healing. At UMEED Center, we honor this principle in every step of the therapeutic journey. Under the compassionate clinical leadership of Dr. Misbha Qureshi, clients receive personalized and culturally attuned care tailored to their emotional and psychological needs. Whether you are seeking individual, couple, or family therapy, Dr. Qureshi’s work is grounded in authenticity and transparency. She embraces your uniqueness and walks beside you to overcome barriers that may be standing between your most authentic self.
With an eye on the abilities & disabilities, our team develops and implements high-quality personalized treatments that take into consideration each client's goals, strengths, and needs.
With an eye on the abilities & disabilities, our team develops and implements high-quality personalized treatments that take into consideration each client's goals, strengths, and needs.
I am available for in-person office or telehealth appointments for new clients. I take all insurance. I help people of all ages (individuals & couples) with anxiety, depression and many other issues. I offer free copays for the first 2 visits up to 20 dollars. My clients have told me that I provide a relaxed and caring atmosphere.. I understand that it can be a difficult step to come to therapy; I will help you feel comfortable. I will work closely with you to set goals so you can start feeling better quickly. I also work with children and teens.
I am available for in-person office or telehealth appointments for new clients. I take all insurance. I help people of all ages (individuals & couples) with anxiety, depression and many other issues. I offer free copays for the first 2 visits up to 20 dollars. My clients have told me that I provide a relaxed and caring atmosphere.. I understand that it can be a difficult step to come to therapy; I will help you feel comfortable. I will work closely with you to set goals so you can start feeling better quickly. I also work with children and teens.
A licensed psychologist, I provide grief therapy as well as exposure-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Ages served: 3-25. Services are provided both in-office and via telehealth.
A licensed psychologist, I provide grief therapy as well as exposure-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Ages served: 3-25. Services are provided both in-office and via telehealth.
Cedar Ridge Counseling Centers,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCPC, PhD
Eldersburg, MD 21784
At Cedar Ridge Counseling Centers, you’ll find compassionate support from more than 65 private‑practice providers dedicated to helping individuals and families of all ages. We offer personalized, collaborative care so you can feel understood, supported, and empowered as you work toward meaningful change.
Locations:
Columbia, Eldersburg, Owings Mills, Timonium, Urbana, Westminster, & Virtual.
Call 410.552.0773 or visit our website to request an appointment.
At Cedar Ridge Counseling Centers, you’ll find compassionate support from more than 65 private‑practice providers dedicated to helping individuals and families of all ages. We offer personalized, collaborative care so you can feel understood, supported, and empowered as you work toward meaningful change.
Locations:
Columbia, Eldersburg, Owings Mills, Timonium, Urbana, Westminster, & Virtual.
Call 410.552.0773 or visit our website to request an appointment.
My ideal client is helping a child who struggles with regulating their thoughts and emotions and has a hard time understanding how that can affect their nervous system and interpersonal behaviors. My ideal clients are also parents who want to be actively engaged in treatment, open to change, and work collaboratively with me to improve the mental health of their kids and rebuild the trust between parent and child.
My ideal client is helping a child who struggles with regulating their thoughts and emotions and has a hard time understanding how that can affect their nervous system and interpersonal behaviors. My ideal clients are also parents who want to be actively engaged in treatment, open to change, and work collaboratively with me to improve the mental health of their kids and rebuild the trust between parent and child.
When you find the right therapist, therapy can be deeply transformative, creating new possibilities for your relationship with yourself, with others, and with the world around you. I aim to create a therapy space which feels flexible, collaborative and non-judgmental. In sessions, we will work together to put your life story together in a meaningful way that helps to free you from unhelpful patterns. I consider symptoms to be meaningful signs of unmet needs, which we can understand together. I often incorporate humor and a sense of playfulness into my work. My approach is relational, trauma-informed and culturally-responsive.
When you find the right therapist, therapy can be deeply transformative, creating new possibilities for your relationship with yourself, with others, and with the world around you. I aim to create a therapy space which feels flexible, collaborative and non-judgmental. In sessions, we will work together to put your life story together in a meaningful way that helps to free you from unhelpful patterns. I consider symptoms to be meaningful signs of unmet needs, which we can understand together. I often incorporate humor and a sense of playfulness into my work. My approach is relational, trauma-informed and culturally-responsive.
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FAQ - About Therapy for Toddlers and Preschoolers
What are the behavioral signs indicating a toddler might need counseling?
Common behavioral signs that a child may need counseling include high levels of emotional distress or anxiety, learning challenges, interpersonal conflict, anger, or social withdrawal. Any drastic changes in toddler behavior or self-esteem can be indicative that a child may benefit from therapy. Seeing a therapist at the early stages of any behavioral changes can be most impactful on behavior, as well as helpful to caregivers who may receive guidance on what symptoms to look for in their child in the future, even if therapy is not warranted at that time.
Can a two-year-old see a psychologist?
Children and adults of all ages can see psychologists and other forms of mental health professionals, such as counselors, psychiatrists, and social workers. Families seeking therapy for their toddler should just be aware that any guidance they seek should come from a professional who has specific experience working with young children, as well as the specific modalities that are appropriate for young children, such as play therapy.
What is the most effective type of therapy for toddlers and preschoolers?
In general, play therapy is the most effective and common form of therapy for young children. Play therapy helps facilitate behavior change by offering an age-appropriate way for children to express their emotions and develop more effective coping strategies. Toddlers with specific concerns may benefit from more specialized forms of therapy, such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for toddlers in families in which there is significant parent-child relational conflict.
What happens during therapy sessions for toddlers?
What occurs in therapy sessions for toddlers depends on the therapeutic approach being used by the therapist. Most toddler therapists will use some form of play therapy in sessions to encourage toddler engagement. In play therapy sessions, children are encouraged to use toys within the therapy setting to express their emotions; subsequent responses by the therapist and/or family members can help guide toddler behavior and behavior change. Toddler therapy sessions can also involve family therapy or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which can help improve parenting behaviors and reduce strain on families.