Therapists for Toddlers in Minneapolis, MN
(If you'd like support for your toddler or teen, please reach out and we can explore good fit
Modern life is overwhelming, and it’s no wonder you or your child may be feeling a little, or a lot, off. If you’ve noticed reactions that are too big or too small to life's daily situations, you’ve come to the right place. Our nervous systems thrive on balance—the harmony between excitement and calm, movement and stillness, challenge and ease. It is painful to watch children struggle socially or in school, and knowing how to help can feel impossible.
Parenthood can often ask us to recognize our own imbalances and how those impact our children. I treat adults and kids and work with families to create a plan that suites you.
(If you'd like support for your toddler or teen, please reach out and we can explore good fit
Modern life is overwhelming, and it’s no wonder you or your child may be feeling a little, or a lot, off. If you’ve noticed reactions that are too big or too small to life's daily situations, you’ve come to the right place. Our nervous systems thrive on balance—the harmony between excitement and calm, movement and stillness, challenge and ease. It is painful to watch children struggle socially or in school, and knowing how to help can feel impossible.
Parenthood can often ask us to recognize our own imbalances and how those impact our children. I treat adults and kids and work with families to create a plan that suites you.
Hello and welcome! I’m Jen, and I’m glad you’re here. As a queer and neurodivergent therapist, I work with children ages 4–12 who are transgender, queer, neurodivergent, or navigating big emotions, anxiety, and trauma. I also support adults in processing trauma and exploring body image concerns and eating disorders.
I collaborate closely with caregivers to help support their child’s growth both in and outside of sessions. I practice at Interna Mental Health, a therapy collective that offers a neurodivergence-affirming, queer-friendly space, including a playroom and sensory rooms designed to meet diverse needs.
Hello and welcome! I’m Jen, and I’m glad you’re here. As a queer and neurodivergent therapist, I work with children ages 4–12 who are transgender, queer, neurodivergent, or navigating big emotions, anxiety, and trauma. I also support adults in processing trauma and exploring body image concerns and eating disorders.
I collaborate closely with caregivers to help support their child’s growth both in and outside of sessions. I practice at Interna Mental Health, a therapy collective that offers a neurodivergence-affirming, queer-friendly space, including a playroom and sensory rooms designed to meet diverse needs.
I specialize with children 0-5, neurodivergent/queer/ gender questioning people of all ages, and couples. My individual sessions are trauma informed and social justice oriented with children, teens, and adults. I love helping with skills for neurodivergence, adjusting to life changes, parenting, pre/post natal and relationship issues. My couples are often Queer, Polyam, and Kink; although all couples are welcome. I also help couples with mental health impacts, parenting, sex issues, and identity.
I specialize with children 0-5, neurodivergent/queer/ gender questioning people of all ages, and couples. My individual sessions are trauma informed and social justice oriented with children, teens, and adults. I love helping with skills for neurodivergence, adjusting to life changes, parenting, pre/post natal and relationship issues. My couples are often Queer, Polyam, and Kink; although all couples are welcome. I also help couples with mental health impacts, parenting, sex issues, and identity.
We are so happy you’ve found your way here! Liberated Roots Wellness is a mental health practice founded by TaQuoia Hammick (they/them) and Bridget O’Connor (they/them), two professionally and independently licensed therapists. Our mission is to create a safe and affirming space where healing and growth can thrive. As queer and BIPOC individuals ourselves, we understand the unique challenges faced by marginalized communities, and we are committed to making mental health care more accessible, inclusive, and empowering for queer and BIPOC folx.
We believe that everyone’s story is unique, and we’re here to walk alongside you as you
We are so happy you’ve found your way here! Liberated Roots Wellness is a mental health practice founded by TaQuoia Hammick (they/them) and Bridget O’Connor (they/them), two professionally and independently licensed therapists. Our mission is to create a safe and affirming space where healing and growth can thrive. As queer and BIPOC individuals ourselves, we understand the unique challenges faced by marginalized communities, and we are committed to making mental health care more accessible, inclusive, and empowering for queer and BIPOC folx.
We believe that everyone’s story is unique, and we’re here to walk alongside you as you
Therapy is a space to create meaningful change, explore your inner world, and navigate life’s stressors in a warm, non-judgmental environment. I welcome every client to show up as their authentic self, set goals that truly matter, and have room to simply be. I offer a personalized, integrative approach—because I believe sometimes no single framework fits everyone, we all are different which is such a beautiful thing in itself. Together, we’ll discover what best supports you as we step into the therapeutic journey. I incorporate frameworks such as: CBT, solution focused, somatic experiencing, narrative, and psycho-education.
Therapy is a space to create meaningful change, explore your inner world, and navigate life’s stressors in a warm, non-judgmental environment. I welcome every client to show up as their authentic self, set goals that truly matter, and have room to simply be. I offer a personalized, integrative approach—because I believe sometimes no single framework fits everyone, we all are different which is such a beautiful thing in itself. Together, we’ll discover what best supports you as we step into the therapeutic journey. I incorporate frameworks such as: CBT, solution focused, somatic experiencing, narrative, and psycho-education.
I believe in Temple Grandin’s declaration, “I am different, not less.” As a Certified Autism Specialist, I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, or related traits. My Texas-based therapy practice is designed to help you feel supported, respected, and empowered while building skills for emotional wellness, executive functioning, and meaningful personal growth. Are you looking to improve relationships, manage overwhelm, or show up more authentically? I’m here to help. I offer both in-person and telehealth therapy across Texas and Minnesota.
I believe in Temple Grandin’s declaration, “I am different, not less.” As a Certified Autism Specialist, I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, or related traits. My Texas-based therapy practice is designed to help you feel supported, respected, and empowered while building skills for emotional wellness, executive functioning, and meaningful personal growth. Are you looking to improve relationships, manage overwhelm, or show up more authentically? I’m here to help. I offer both in-person and telehealth therapy across Texas and Minnesota.
Hi! I’m an inter-section theorist. I’m a mixed race person. I come from a social justice lens and work from a diversity, race, cultural and also non-binary foundation. I work with all ages, individuals, families and couples. I treat anxiety & depression, behavior/defiance issues, offer parenting support, holistic health, nutrition planning, eating disorders, chemical dependency, intelligence/gifted/sensitivity issues, and personality disorders. I have experience in attachment/adoption and autism in women. I have an efficient, compassionate approach and a sense of humor. I’m passionate and interested in your story.
Hi! I’m an inter-section theorist. I’m a mixed race person. I come from a social justice lens and work from a diversity, race, cultural and also non-binary foundation. I work with all ages, individuals, families and couples. I treat anxiety & depression, behavior/defiance issues, offer parenting support, holistic health, nutrition planning, eating disorders, chemical dependency, intelligence/gifted/sensitivity issues, and personality disorders. I have experience in attachment/adoption and autism in women. I have an efficient, compassionate approach and a sense of humor. I’m passionate and interested in your story.
Ashwak Hassan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the twin cities. She has been providing psychotherapy, individual and family skills training to adults and children of all ages in day treatment and in-home settings since 2009. Ashwak has experience in DBT, play, relational, behavioral, developmental skills training, and psychotherapy for children on the Autism Spectrum and related conditions. For the past several years, Ashwak has dedicated her career to doing behavioral therapy with children on the autism spectrum and bringing awareness to the Somali community to better serve families that are impacted by Neurodevelopmental disorders.
Ashwak Hassan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the twin cities. She has been providing psychotherapy, individual and family skills training to adults and children of all ages in day treatment and in-home settings since 2009. Ashwak has experience in DBT, play, relational, behavioral, developmental skills training, and psychotherapy for children on the Autism Spectrum and related conditions. For the past several years, Ashwak has dedicated her career to doing behavioral therapy with children on the autism spectrum and bringing awareness to the Somali community to better serve families that are impacted by Neurodevelopmental disorders.
While I am not a RPT (registered play therapist), I have completed many play therapy trainings. I have experience working with children on the Autism Spectrum as well as young adults. I believe in a holistic approach, one that includes experiential and mindfulness interventions.
While I am not a RPT (registered play therapist), I have completed many play therapy trainings. I have experience working with children on the Autism Spectrum as well as young adults. I believe in a holistic approach, one that includes experiential and mindfulness interventions.
Starting therapy for the first time can feel intimidating. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, understood, and supported from the very first session. Therapy with me is collaborative and active—we work together to better understand what you’re experiencing and develop practical tools that help you make meaningful changes in your daily life. I specialize in treating OCD, including Pure-O, using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Rumination and Metacognitive Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Starting therapy for the first time can feel intimidating. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, understood, and supported from the very first session. Therapy with me is collaborative and active—we work together to better understand what you’re experiencing and develop practical tools that help you make meaningful changes in your daily life. I specialize in treating OCD, including Pure-O, using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Rumination and Metacognitive Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I have formal training in the areas of school, clinical, and neuropsychology and over forty years of clinical experience conducting assessments. I provide general psychological assessments and comprehensive neuropsychological testing. So you can expect an experienced clinician who provides caring service. I am located in a centralized location in the Twin Cities and provide free parking. Payment is expected prior to evaluation and can be made via cash, check or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover). Call to schedule.
I have formal training in the areas of school, clinical, and neuropsychology and over forty years of clinical experience conducting assessments. I provide general psychological assessments and comprehensive neuropsychological testing. So you can expect an experienced clinician who provides caring service. I am located in a centralized location in the Twin Cities and provide free parking. Payment is expected prior to evaluation and can be made via cash, check or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover). Call to schedule.
Minneapolis Nature-Based Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55417
Taking therapy outside into nature allows access to powerful resources to help you address your goals, increase emotional and physical well-being and promote healing and resilience. In this practice my colleagues and I meet outside year-round in South Minneapolis area and near Como Park, walking along the creek or river, sitting under a favorite pine tree or on a bench by the lake, with the option of telehealth when the weather is unsafe or just too cold. My style is supportive, warm, playful and experiential. We can address attachment difficulties, emotional and behavioral regulation, stress, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma.
Taking therapy outside into nature allows access to powerful resources to help you address your goals, increase emotional and physical well-being and promote healing and resilience. In this practice my colleagues and I meet outside year-round in South Minneapolis area and near Como Park, walking along the creek or river, sitting under a favorite pine tree or on a bench by the lake, with the option of telehealth when the weather is unsafe or just too cold. My style is supportive, warm, playful and experiential. We can address attachment difficulties, emotional and behavioral regulation, stress, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma.
Feeling stuck in old loops? I provide a safe, trauma-informed space specializing in Brainspotting, EFT, and Addictions Healing for individuals and Veterans. Let's move from survival to security.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself or the people you love most? Whether you are a Veteran navigating the complexities of service, someone seeking a path through Addictions Healing, or simply feeling stuck in a cycle of reactive emotions, you don't have to carry that weight alone. My goal is to help you move from a place of constant survival to a place of genuine, secure connection.
Feeling stuck in old loops? I provide a safe, trauma-informed space specializing in Brainspotting, EFT, and Addictions Healing for individuals and Veterans. Let's move from survival to security.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself or the people you love most? Whether you are a Veteran navigating the complexities of service, someone seeking a path through Addictions Healing, or simply feeling stuck in a cycle of reactive emotions, you don't have to carry that weight alone. My goal is to help you move from a place of constant survival to a place of genuine, secure connection.
I have over twenty years of experience as a psychotherapist treating children, individuals and families. I have been intensively trained as a child psychoanalytic psychotherapist, which has given me the basis to understand and to integrate diverse techniques during my practice for the assessment and treatment of people with different disorders. I greatly enjoy working with the Hispanic population and I have a clear understanding and respect of the cultural values and traditions of the community.
I have over twenty years of experience as a psychotherapist treating children, individuals and families. I have been intensively trained as a child psychoanalytic psychotherapist, which has given me the basis to understand and to integrate diverse techniques during my practice for the assessment and treatment of people with different disorders. I greatly enjoy working with the Hispanic population and I have a clear understanding and respect of the cultural values and traditions of the community.
You have a trans child and Trump will be our next president. Now what? You have been put in an impossible position: to advocate for your child’s needs and to protect them from a bigoted world. How do you balance these seemingly competing needs when so many unknowns are looming? In short, how do you honor your child’s safety and sovereignty?
You have a trans child and Trump will be our next president. Now what? You have been put in an impossible position: to advocate for your child’s needs and to protect them from a bigoted world. How do you balance these seemingly competing needs when so many unknowns are looming? In short, how do you honor your child’s safety and sovereignty?
The therapists at Emerge Therapy can help you understand and transform long-standing patterns that no longer serve you well. This includes being curious about early and current relationships, exploring unacceptable or difficult emotions, and increasing awareness of the relationship between mind and body. We have a holistic perspective on mental health and seek lasting change through in-depth and integrative work.
The therapists at Emerge Therapy can help you understand and transform long-standing patterns that no longer serve you well. This includes being curious about early and current relationships, exploring unacceptable or difficult emotions, and increasing awareness of the relationship between mind and body. We have a holistic perspective on mental health and seek lasting change through in-depth and integrative work.
Being a kid can be really hard! Kids respond to trauma, stressors and the world around them in different ways, which can be confusing and stressful for the family system. The families I work with may be looking for relief from challenging behaviors, to feel more connected as a family, to move beyond trauma and stressors and to feel like their kid can be a kid. As a clinician I am client-centered, relational and playful. I aim to create a therapeutic space that feels safe, non-judgmental and engaging, where an individual can access their own innate resilience and capacity for healing.
Being a kid can be really hard! Kids respond to trauma, stressors and the world around them in different ways, which can be confusing and stressful for the family system. The families I work with may be looking for relief from challenging behaviors, to feel more connected as a family, to move beyond trauma and stressors and to feel like their kid can be a kid. As a clinician I am client-centered, relational and playful. I aim to create a therapeutic space that feels safe, non-judgmental and engaging, where an individual can access their own innate resilience and capacity for healing.
We offer child intervention and support programs that aim to develop their potential in the midst of behavioral disorders and expand their horizons for better living.
We offer child intervention and support programs that aim to develop their potential in the midst of behavioral disorders and expand their horizons for better living.
In-Person sessions and Virtual sessions available. Lyndsie Standerwick is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Registered Play Therapist. She has over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field with children, adolescents, women, and families. Lyndsie is passionate about walking alongside clients and families as they find what they need within themselves to live life more fully. Lyndsie aims to listen to clients without judgement and to provide feedback and support honestly.
In-Person sessions and Virtual sessions available. Lyndsie Standerwick is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Registered Play Therapist. She has over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field with children, adolescents, women, and families. Lyndsie is passionate about walking alongside clients and families as they find what they need within themselves to live life more fully. Lyndsie aims to listen to clients without judgement and to provide feedback and support honestly.
We all have unique backgrounds and experiences, and in difficult times we are often motivated to search for new solutions and new ways of managing the challenges in our life. Therapy can provide opportunities to discover your strengths and help you make positive life changes. My role as a therapist is to support you on your journey of self-discovery, to nurture and encourage healthy emotions and behaviors, foster your strengths and provide you with new approaches and resources.
We all have unique backgrounds and experiences, and in difficult times we are often motivated to search for new solutions and new ways of managing the challenges in our life. Therapy can provide opportunities to discover your strengths and help you make positive life changes. My role as a therapist is to support you on your journey of self-discovery, to nurture and encourage healthy emotions and behaviors, foster your strengths and provide you with new approaches and resources.
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- Plymouth
- Richfield
- Roseville
- Saint Louis Park
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.