Child Therapists in Chesterfield, MO
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Katie Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC
Verified
Verified
My specialized training in play-based approaches equips me to creatively come alongside
children
, help them recognize their value, and shift their hindering behaviors.
You strive to stay afloat and yet find yourself feeling stuck, exhausted, and disconnected from others and from yourself. You attempt to manage your overpowering emotions in both healthy and unhealthy ways and yet you're still overwhelmed and anxious. You long to know that you are enough, to experience peace, and for the important relationships in your life to thrive. Or, perhaps a young person in your family is struggling with maladaptive behavior, self-image, or relationships. You long for them to see their innate worthiness and experience joy again.
Tanya L Crews
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, RPT-S
Verified
Verified
I SPECIALIZE IN
CHILDREN
, FAMILIES, COUPLES, AND INDIVIDUALS.
HAVING BEEN A TEACHER, COACH, AND A POLICE OFFICER GIVES ME A DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVE INTO CLIENT ISSUES. I LOOK AT LIFE AS A BALANCING ACT AND TRY TO HELP CLIENTS ACHIEVE THAT HEALTHY BALANCE WITH LIFE-SKILLS THEY CAN CONTINUE TO USE ONCE OUR TIME TOGETHER IS COMPLETE. I HAVE 30+ YEARS OF COUNSELING EXPERIENCE AND LOVE MY WORK. I WORK HARD AND PLAY HARD AND TRY TO MOTIVATE CLIENTS TO DO THE SAME SO THEY CAN ACHIEVE THEIR LIFE GOALS.
Waitlist for new clients
Harmony Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
Children
, youth, and young adults sometimes have difficulty coping with stress, school, or family changes. Sometimes
children
and teens experience adversity that impacts their everyday functioning. In addition, emotional or behavioral difficulties in
children
can impact the parent-
child
relationship and place strain on the family. Navigating parenthood can be a challenge during these times. Compassionate, collaborative, and culturally aware counseling services with Harmony Counseling, can help
children
and families strengthen relationships and heal from difficult experiences.
Karen Lynn Becker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have worked with
children
and families in faith based and secular settings, both volunteer and professional.
Are you feeling alone, overwhelmed, or just trying hard to maintain? Are you struggling in a relationship? Are you frustrated by the day to day conflict with your teenager? Do unresolved painful memories keep you from the happy fulfilled life you were meant to live? Let's work together to find the answers you need. Counseling is the first step in regaining control of your life. As a therapist, I love working with people, finding out what is unique about them personally, and seeing how that can be used to work through difficult circumstances. .
Susan Robson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
NOT CURRENTLY ABLE TO ACCEPT NEW CLIENTS. All of my work is based on a foundation of respect for individual and family strengths and abilities. I provide a comfortable place for folks to identify and explore issues that may be getting in the way of happy family relationships. Everyone has unique skills that they often don't recognize. Together we identify them and then fill in gaps with added skills. I have a special interest in supporting kids who have challenges that affect their behavior and their social interactions. I also assist
children
and families who've experienced loss through death, divorce or transition.
Kristine Angelo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have worked with individuals, couples,
children
, adolescents, and families for the past 18 years. I am experienced working with depression, anxiety, loss, adjustment, grief, and family issues. Working with symptoms as they relate to current relationships and past experiences, I am an eclectic therapist, using strategies fitting to the needs of the clients. I recognize the value in making the therapeutic setting safe and comfortable, and I bring intelligence, warmth, humor, and enthusiasm to my work.
Not accepting new clients
Christine E Ottinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
My specialties include working with adults,
children
& adolescents with Depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD and Anxiety Disorders.
Is your teen or tween struggling at home, school or in peer relationships? Is his/her mood or behavior creating a chaotic environment for your family? I believe that with education and encouragement, your adolescent can learn the skills necessary to cope with stress, adjust to life's transitions and mature into a healthy resilient adult.
Farin Swan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT
Verified
Verified
I believe in the therapeutic power of building connections with
children
, teens and their families to facilitate personal growth and change. I provide cognitive behavioral therapy and play therapy interventions to
children
and teens to support them through the highs and lows of life. I strive to continually learn and grow with my clients, while supporting them through life’s transformations and challenges.
Office is near:
Chesterfield, MO 63005 & Online
Tina Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RPT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Does your
child
seem sad or withdrawn, become defiant or aggressive at home? Are they having a hard time making friends at school? Have they ever come to you and said they have nothing to live for? What about you, are you struggling as a parent due to your
child
’s emotional needs or is it causing conflicts within your family or marriage?
Children
and families face so many stressors. I believe change and growth are possible. Your
child
can learn coping skills to help them advocate for what they need and manage their emotions. Families can return to a calm and peaceful state.
Waitlist for new clients
Julia Hillyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TF-CBT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a certified trauma focused (TF-CBT) psychotherapist who has worked with
children
, adolescents and their families for over 30 years in the field of mental health. I am in private practice and have extensive expertise working with
children
ranging from ages five to eighteen who have experienced a traumatic event in their lives related to
child
abuse/neglect or a change in their family circumstances. In addition I work with
children
and parents from divorced, blended and step-parent families.
Ashley Rickert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I believe that all clients deserve an open, safe, and non-judgmental space where they can explore stressors and other life situations. My goal is to foster a collaborative environment where clients can feel empowered and supported in their journey to healing. I use a variety of counseling techniques but I am very person-centered. While I have a wide range of experience working with people of all ages and needs, my expertise stressed working with
children
, ages 5 and up, teens, adults, and families with specializations in; anxiety, bullying, behavioral issues, depression, domestic violence, relational issues, and stress.
Not accepting new clients
Kristen Waterman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I focus on trauma based and
child
-centered play therapies.
I love working with
children
, parents, and adult women with a variety of issues. I am a trauma focused therapist and will walk beside a client through difficult and life changing processes. I am so grateful for all the people who want to better their lives and are reaching out to me. I am the Clinical Director for Ellie Mental Health St Peters, Mo.
Waitlist for new clients
Jenna Wonish-Mottin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I’d love to help you (or your
children
) work towards healing from pain, gain insight into what is going on and learn to look at things in a new way.
You might feel like your emotions and anxiety are out of control and there is just too much to do to fix your relationships or fix your life. You’re stressed and unsure what to do. There’s too much pressure placed on you by work, school, family, household, your significant other(s), society, and even yourself. You just want a break from the stress in your life. Things can get overwhelming and we all need support to help cope with life’s challenges and find our center. I am Jenna, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist, and Highly Sensitive Person. I am here to support you or your
children
, without judgement.
Alexa Nyktas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CTP
Verified
Verified
Have you noticed your
child
or teen worrying a lot more lately? Have they been more down and withdrawn, losing interest in things they once loved? Seeing your
child
or teen struggle can leave you feeling helpless. Or maybe you have noticed these things in yourself or are a young adult struggling with life transitions and every day stress. Seeking help from a therapist may be the best choice to help begin to work towards meaningful change, create a better life balance, and facilitate inner peace.
Jocelyn M Flowers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
Are you or your
child
or teen struggling in life? Do you want to help, but don't know how? Many battle anxiety and depression. Some have to cope with behavior disorders, learning disorders, or autism spectrum disorders. Others have been identified as gifted, but struggle with perfectionism, "debilitating empathy," or social skills. Throughout my career, I've helped hundreds of kids, teens and adults learn the coping skills they need to succeed in life and be happy.Call or e-mail me today to start your, or your
child
's journey to self-awareness, self-management, and self esteem.
Elizabeth (Lissy) Rand
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a counselor, I believe that each client is unique, as are their experiences. This belief allows me to work with both individuals and families in a way that is personally tailored to meet their needs. I am honored when I am invited and trusted to work with
children
, teenagers, adults and entire families through life's ever changing events.
Rebecca Scandell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I do individual marriage, family therapy and group. I work with
children
, adolescents and adults. I have experience in substance abuse treatment, long term mental health and life adjustment issues. My approach is more of a supportive guide. I guide people along the way to self-discovery and change. Every individual is meant to have a unique life filled with their values and goals. I like working with a range of people in different stages of life. I have helped people with depression, anxiety, relationship issues,
Andy Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, KPMT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Are you looking for a counselor who can help your
child
or teen overcome behavioral, emotional, and social problems? As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 40 years of experience, I specialize in working with
children
and teens who struggle with these challenges. I offer parent training, family therapy, and teen therapy. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where families can work together to build stronger relationships and develop the skills they need to thrive.
Helen R Friedman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Helen Friedman is a compassionate and interactive clinical psychologist with 10 years of additional formal training after her Ph.D. and 41 years in practice. She works with anxiety, stress, depression, grief, divorce, sexual and relationship issues. Specialty areas are
child
sexual abuse (
children
, adults, victims and perpetrators), compulsive sexual behavior (including porn addiction and partners), dissociative identity disorder, and gender identity. Trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities (family systems, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, gestalt, etc.), she tailors her approach to the individual, couple, or family.
Carol Love
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I specialize in working with families who have had, or are going through a divorce or parental separation. Chronic conflict will have a lasting negative effect on you and your
children
BUT if you are able to manage your emotions and parent successfully, you and your
children
can thrive in the future. It is important to develop a good coparenting relationship and make sure your
children
have the support they need to deal with divorce/separation issues. In order to facilitate a positive outcome for families, I provide Coparent Counseling, Family Therapy, Reunification Therapy Group and Individual Therapy (adult and
child
).
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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.