Therapists for Children in Wilkes County, NC
Aspen Mental Health Therapy and Consulting, PLLC
Counselor, MS, LCMHCS, NCC, CCTP
3 Endorsed
Ronda, NC 28670
We have extensive training in the treatment of PTSD and trauma associated disorders for adults, adolescents, and children.
We use several evidenced based and adjunct models to meet client needs. These modalities include, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Internal Family Systems, Collaborative Problem Solving, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Parent Management Training.
We have extensive training in the treatment of PTSD and trauma associated disorders for adults, adolescents, and children.
We use several evidenced based and adjunct models to meet client needs. These modalities include, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Internal Family Systems, Collaborative Problem Solving, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Parent Management Training.
CareNet Counseling Northwest Region
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, LCAS, LCSWA
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
CareNet Counseling improves the health of the mind, body, spirit and community through spiritually-integrated counseling, psychotherapy, research and education. We are here to help our clients restore and maintain mental wellness. There is no real health without mental health.
CareNet Counseling improves the health of the mind, body, spirit and community through spiritually-integrated counseling, psychotherapy, research and education. We are here to help our clients restore and maintain mental wellness. There is no real health without mental health.
Wanda Anthony Burger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHCS, NCC, CCMC, CCS, PhD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello! At some point in life we find a need to talk to someone. Grief, loss, trauma, adjustment, relational issues are a few areas we can face. My specialties include: grief, trauma: civilian/military PTSD/PTSS, stress, substance abuse; Wellness Groups, Growing through Grief , prevention & early intervention. Boon and Katie, registered,therapy dogs, may join sessions. Boon began working at 9 weeks. In 2016 I added Military Trauma (CCMC) Certified Military Counselor Certificate. It was an honor to complete this certificate and begin working with our wonderful veterans and families. Come visit us at The Therapy House.
Hello! At some point in life we find a need to talk to someone. Grief, loss, trauma, adjustment, relational issues are a few areas we can face. My specialties include: grief, trauma: civilian/military PTSD/PTSS, stress, substance abuse; Wellness Groups, Growing through Grief , prevention & early intervention. Boon and Katie, registered,therapy dogs, may join sessions. Boon began working at 9 weeks. In 2016 I added Military Trauma (CCMC) Certified Military Counselor Certificate. It was an honor to complete this certificate and begin working with our wonderful veterans and families. Come visit us at The Therapy House.
I help teens and adults struggling with anxiety, overthinking, trauma, and life transitions feel more in control and less overwhelmed. If you find yourself stuck in the same patterns, constantly analyzing situations, or weighed down by past experiences, therapy can help you move forward. I use CBT and EMDR to address root issues while building practical skills for daily life. My approach is calm, structured, and focused on helping you gain clarity, confidence, and lasting change. I offer a free 15-minute consultation to help you decide if we’re a good fit.
I help teens and adults struggling with anxiety, overthinking, trauma, and life transitions feel more in control and less overwhelmed. If you find yourself stuck in the same patterns, constantly analyzing situations, or weighed down by past experiences, therapy can help you move forward. I use CBT and EMDR to address root issues while building practical skills for daily life. My approach is calm, structured, and focused on helping you gain clarity, confidence, and lasting change. I offer a free 15-minute consultation to help you decide if we’re a good fit.
I have worked extensively with some of the most pressing issues that people can face, including childhood and adult trauma and addiction and I consider it a privilege to have had many people trust me in their darkest moments.
I am primarily a CBT specialist, meaning that I use evidence-based approaches to help address the concerns you have through awareness of the connections of our thoughts, behaviors, and actions. I have worked extensively with trauma and focused on using Trauma Focused CBT and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for both children and adults.
I have worked extensively with some of the most pressing issues that people can face, including childhood and adult trauma and addiction and I consider it a privilege to have had many people trust me in their darkest moments.
I am primarily a CBT specialist, meaning that I use evidence-based approaches to help address the concerns you have through awareness of the connections of our thoughts, behaviors, and actions. I have worked extensively with trauma and focused on using Trauma Focused CBT and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for both children and adults.
Accepting New Clients-Amber is a compassionate Christian counselor who helps individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, and life transitions. Many of her clients feel overwhelmed by relationship challenges, past wounds, or personal struggles and seek a safe, faith-based therapy approach to healing. Through a combination of evidence-based techniques and Christian counseling, Amber helps clients build resilience, regain confidence, and find peace in their personal and relational lives. She provides individual therapy tailored to each person's needs, fostering growth, emotional well-being, and healing.
Accepting New Clients-Amber is a compassionate Christian counselor who helps individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, and life transitions. Many of her clients feel overwhelmed by relationship challenges, past wounds, or personal struggles and seek a safe, faith-based therapy approach to healing. Through a combination of evidence-based techniques and Christian counseling, Amber helps clients build resilience, regain confidence, and find peace in their personal and relational lives. She provides individual therapy tailored to each person's needs, fostering growth, emotional well-being, and healing.
Online Therapists
Are you or your child navigating a season of change, challenge, or uncertainty?
Specialized training includes:
DC:0–5 (Diagnostic assessment for young children),
Experiential Play Therapy,
Adoption and Permanency Competency,
Certified Trauma Support Specialist,
Sandtray/Sandplay,
Adlerian Play Therapy,
TF-CBT,
CBT/DBT-informed approaches,
Disaster Mental Health (Red Cross),
Telehealth Assessment (PESI).
Are you or your child navigating a season of change, challenge, or uncertainty?
Specialized training includes:
DC:0–5 (Diagnostic assessment for young children),
Experiential Play Therapy,
Adoption and Permanency Competency,
Certified Trauma Support Specialist,
Sandtray/Sandplay,
Adlerian Play Therapy,
TF-CBT,
CBT/DBT-informed approaches,
Disaster Mental Health (Red Cross),
Telehealth Assessment (PESI).
Joyce Clark Reid Clinical Supervision & Counseling
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greensboro, NC 27407
While supervising those new to the profession, I follow NC Board of LCMHCA requirements and guidelines. Goals for counseling are associated with maintaining healthy relationships as well as adopting various changes that can create a positive impact upon their lives.
While supervising those new to the profession, I follow NC Board of LCMHCA requirements and guidelines. Goals for counseling are associated with maintaining healthy relationships as well as adopting various changes that can create a positive impact upon their lives.
I see adults and children ages 3 and up.
I am committed to guiding my clients towards a path of self-resilience, self-discovery, and empowerment utilizing EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and a client centered approach.
Embrace the present moment, breathe in peace, and trust in the wisdom of your body. You are strong, resilient, and capable of healing. Namaste.
I see adults and children ages 3 and up.
I am committed to guiding my clients towards a path of self-resilience, self-discovery, and empowerment utilizing EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and a client centered approach.
Embrace the present moment, breathe in peace, and trust in the wisdom of your body. You are strong, resilient, and capable of healing. Namaste.
I have been passionate about helping first responders, active military, and veterans since I was an adolescent. During therapy, I accept you for who you are, and I appreciate and understand that everyone is unique. I provide an empathetic, understanding, and honest voice to soothe and support you through our therapy sessions. While I am working with you, I become inspired by seeing you break through barriers and grow within your progress by achieving the goals you set for yourself. It is a privilege and honor to come alongside you as you navigate the uncertainty and pain that often come as a result of individual lived experiences.
I have been passionate about helping first responders, active military, and veterans since I was an adolescent. During therapy, I accept you for who you are, and I appreciate and understand that everyone is unique. I provide an empathetic, understanding, and honest voice to soothe and support you through our therapy sessions. While I am working with you, I become inspired by seeing you break through barriers and grow within your progress by achieving the goals you set for yourself. It is a privilege and honor to come alongside you as you navigate the uncertainty and pain that often come as a result of individual lived experiences.
Sandy Van Horn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT200, SEP, IFS L1
2 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28806
Waitlist for new clients
I believe growth occurs when we courageously stay along the edges of our comfort zone and gently press into that boundary widening it inch by inch. I believe healing occurs when we fully allow ourselves to feel our pain, to sit with it, to befriend it, and to find out that it has edges and boundaries ... a beginning and an end. If you've been struggling what has happened and is happening in your life and the world around you, we can work together to identify what is preventing you from finding peace and ease in your mind and body and work to increase capacity and move in the direction of optimal healing and wellness.
I believe growth occurs when we courageously stay along the edges of our comfort zone and gently press into that boundary widening it inch by inch. I believe healing occurs when we fully allow ourselves to feel our pain, to sit with it, to befriend it, and to find out that it has edges and boundaries ... a beginning and an end. If you've been struggling what has happened and is happening in your life and the world around you, we can work together to identify what is preventing you from finding peace and ease in your mind and body and work to increase capacity and move in the direction of optimal healing and wellness.
I help children, teens, adults, and families who feel weighed down by anxiety, grief, trauma, or life transitions find strength, clarity, and hope.
I specialize in creating a safe, supportive space where you can process your experiences, build resilience, and discover practical strategies for healing and growth. Whether you’re a teen struggling to find your voice, a parent balancing the weight of family responsibilities, or an adult learning to overcome past pain, I meet you where you are.
I help children, teens, adults, and families who feel weighed down by anxiety, grief, trauma, or life transitions find strength, clarity, and hope.
I specialize in creating a safe, supportive space where you can process your experiences, build resilience, and discover practical strategies for healing and growth. Whether you’re a teen struggling to find your voice, a parent balancing the weight of family responsibilities, or an adult learning to overcome past pain, I meet you where you are.
Hi there—welcome, and thank you for taking the time to explore support for yourself or your child.
I specialize in Play Therapy with children ages 3-12 to help express emotions, build emotional regulation skills, and feel safe in the therapeutic process. I believe in an individualized approach that honors each client’s unique needs. I have supported a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, self-esteem challenges, life transitions, trauma, and more.
Hi there—welcome, and thank you for taking the time to explore support for yourself or your child.
I specialize in Play Therapy with children ages 3-12 to help express emotions, build emotional regulation skills, and feel safe in the therapeutic process. I believe in an individualized approach that honors each client’s unique needs. I have supported a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, self-esteem challenges, life transitions, trauma, and more.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a background in school counseling and emotional wellness support for children, teens, and adults.
My approach is person-centered, strengths-based, integrative, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I frequently draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused strategies, mindfulness, and family-systems perspectives. I help clients build insight and coping skills, as well as emotional regulation tools they can use in daily life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a background in school counseling and emotional wellness support for children, teens, and adults.
My approach is person-centered, strengths-based, integrative, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I frequently draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused strategies, mindfulness, and family-systems perspectives. I help clients build insight and coping skills, as well as emotional regulation tools they can use in daily life.
Hi! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist (C-DBT). Originally from Long Island, NY, I now call North Carolina home. I earned my Master’s degree from the University of South Carolina and have been practicing for over 13 years. I’m passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s daily challenges, process difficult emotions, and build healthier coping strategies. My goal is to create a supportive and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, develop resilience, and move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Hi! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist (C-DBT). Originally from Long Island, NY, I now call North Carolina home. I earned my Master’s degree from the University of South Carolina and have been practicing for over 13 years. I’m passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s daily challenges, process difficult emotions, and build healthier coping strategies. My goal is to create a supportive and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, develop resilience, and move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Valerie B Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, AAPC
1 Endorsed
Hendersonville, NC 28739
Children, teenagers and adults are welcome at my office.
Issues bringing children, teens and adults into counseling include difficulty coping with stress, family stress, trauma - including physical abuse, sexual abuse, and developmental trauma, inefffective coping responses learned in childhood, mood and behavioral difficulties, grief and loss, physical illness, compromised judgement and impulse control, codependency, establishing and reaching healthy life goals.
Children, teenagers and adults are welcome at my office.
Issues bringing children, teens and adults into counseling include difficulty coping with stress, family stress, trauma - including physical abuse, sexual abuse, and developmental trauma, inefffective coping responses learned in childhood, mood and behavioral difficulties, grief and loss, physical illness, compromised judgement and impulse control, codependency, establishing and reaching healthy life goals.
Lexi Lehman
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
1 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27103
My ideal clients are children (ages 3–12) or teenagers who are navigating life transitions, identity development, or the beautiful complexities of moving through the world with a neurodivergent brain.
I offer neurodivergent-affirming care using Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) for kiddos and person-centered therapy for teens. By focusing on strengths, secure attachments, and emotional regulation, I support youth in developing lasting self-esteem and creating personalized tools fit to their unique brains and environments.
My ideal clients are children (ages 3–12) or teenagers who are navigating life transitions, identity development, or the beautiful complexities of moving through the world with a neurodivergent brain.
I offer neurodivergent-affirming care using Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) for kiddos and person-centered therapy for teens. By focusing on strengths, secure attachments, and emotional regulation, I support youth in developing lasting self-esteem and creating personalized tools fit to their unique brains and environments.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor in North Carolina with experience supporting adolescents, adults, families, and caregivers in residential, community, college, and outpatient settings. My work includes personal, psychoeducational, and psychosocial counseling, along with crisis intervention.
I provide a safe, supportive environment where we can address your concerns together. I believe effective therapy is grounded in a strong client-clinician relationship. My goal is for you to feel heard, supported, and actively involved so that therapy is both meaningful and productive.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor in North Carolina with experience supporting adolescents, adults, families, and caregivers in residential, community, college, and outpatient settings. My work includes personal, psychoeducational, and psychosocial counseling, along with crisis intervention.
I provide a safe, supportive environment where we can address your concerns together. I believe effective therapy is grounded in a strong client-clinician relationship. My goal is for you to feel heard, supported, and actively involved so that therapy is both meaningful and productive.
I have been working with children since 1994.
SPT provides a variety of therapeutic interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness activities, self-regulation strategies as well as interventions based on play therapy to name a few. SPT combines a variety of age-appropriate interventions and activities based on your child’s interest and motivations.
I have been working with children since 1994.
SPT provides a variety of therapeutic interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness activities, self-regulation strategies as well as interventions based on play therapy to name a few. SPT combines a variety of age-appropriate interventions and activities based on your child’s interest and motivations.
I am a couple and family therapist associate who works with children ages 4-6 and their parents and family systems, as well as with individuals.
I work with children ages 4-6 and their parents and family systems, full-time caregivers, soon-to-be parents, and folx navigating two (or more) cultures. I use a sex-positive, feminist informed, and LGBTQIA+ affirming framework.
I am a couple and family therapist associate who works with children ages 4-6 and their parents and family systems, as well as with individuals.
I work with children ages 4-6 and their parents and family systems, full-time caregivers, soon-to-be parents, and folx navigating two (or more) cultures. I use a sex-positive, feminist informed, and LGBTQIA+ affirming framework.
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FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviors change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
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
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
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 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.