Child Therapists in Las Vegas, NV
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Vanya Georgieva-Matev
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MFT, Intern
Verified
Verified
I value deep and enduring emotional connections between people, while celebrating their uniqueness and personal strenghts. Practicing attachment parenting with my own
children
inspired me to guide the parents that I work with through playful, fun, and nurturing activities to attune to their
children
's needs, to assist their
children
become more emotionally regulated, and to create safety within the relationship. Relating with our
children
in that way helps them feel worthy of love and belonging, safe and secured.
Not accepting new clients
Carolyn McGee
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, BS, MA, MFT-I
Verified
Verified
ACCEPTING CLIENTS IN APRIL 2023. Do you struggle with Depression? Are you struggling with grief or loss? Are you in a committed relationship with communication issues? Do you love someone who is struggling with addiction? Are you just struggling in your life? Do you have a
child
that is not communicating with you? I have many years of experience working with
children
to adults. I long to bring couples together as well as help
children
and adults find their potential within themselves.
Alma Spears
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MEd, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Whether you are looking to process current or past trauma, work through general life stress, relationship issues or build coping skills finding the right therapist is important. I am a direct therapist that will help guide you to your definition of peace, tranquility and overall happiness, whatever that might be. I identify as Latina with mixed race
children
and can help process implicit/explicit bias and racial trauma.
Candice J Shigemoto
Licensed Professional Counselor, CPC
Verified
Verified
I offer services for
children
, teens, adults, and late adulthood.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, isolated, or just downright “stuck” in life? Sometimes even day-to-day tasks are difficult to complete and motivation is hard to find. Let me help you navigate through this difficult time to take back control of your life. I’m here to remind you that you do not have to carry these issues alone. Let’s work together to develop and practice the skills that help to handle life’s stressors. I would love the opportunity to assist you in finding your inner strength and potential in order to live a healthy and meaningful life.
Hilary E Katz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I specialize in neuropsychology testing and assessment for school age
children
and adolescents. When
children
are having difficulty in school or at home it is important to evaluate cognitive, educational, emotional, and social functioning. Your
child
may find school difficult due to a learning disability, ADHD, or another factor which may be interfering with learning. On the other hand, your
child
may find school boring and "too easy". A neuropsychological assessment will help you better understand your
child
's needs in school and at home and start you on the path to better meeting those needs.
Beautiful Balance Counseling LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSCRMHC, CPC-I
Verified
Verified
I provide counseling services to
children
and adolescents with adverse childhood experiences, including physical and sexual abuse and trauma.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Intern who holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's in Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling from Montana State University Billings. I always strive to provide clients with safe, professional, and excellent clinical services. I welcome and have experience working with many individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community.
Dr. Jean Lerner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I love working with
children
, whether it is emotional issues or behavioral.
Are you fed up with your partner? Are your kids making you feel like throwing in the towel? Do you feel like you're stuck with no way out? You're not alone. Life is about challenges and growth, and therapy can help you with that process. Please feel free to reach out to me, as I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
Dr. Melissa A. Depa
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Has your
child
or adolescent’s behavior suddenly changed? Has your family undergone recent changes that could have impacted your
child
? Does your
child
appear more anxious since the pandemic? Has your
child
withdrawn from family, friends, or school? The demands for psychological services for
children
and adolescent mental health are at an all-time high, especially within the Las Vegas community. As a licensed psychologist, former educator/school counselor, and member of the Las Vegas community for the past 24 years I have an expansive understanding of the needs of
children
, adolescents, and families.
Elena Petsas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize working with
children
and teens who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and are having other behavioral issues in or out school.
***Accepting New Clients- Telehealth only *** I know that sometimes life presents challenges that can be difficult to manage, but with the use of different therapeutic approaches, and the knowledge of human relationships and behavior, I can offer the professional support you need. We can overcome these obstacles together! I have experience in assisting families who are going through divorce or separation, parents having difficulty with their teens, and couples who are struggling with communication.
Pamela King-Gantt
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA, LPCC, MFT-I
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed educator with more than 30 years of experience working with
children
and adolescents.
Do you sometimes feel that you’re struggling with the tasks that come with everyday life? Are you dealing with anxiety and feeling overwhelmed? Do you feel you have a story to tell but no one is listening? Well, I’m here to help and I’m ready to listen.
Las Vegas Family Therapy Center
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Richard Humes III has been helping adults and
children
with a range of difficulties as a mental health professional.
Have you ever felt sad, angry, irritated, anxious, or down? Do you have difficulty sleeping, completing tasks, or enjoying activities? Is your son or daughter struggling in school, following rules at home, or having behavioral problems? Are there relationships in your life you would like to improve? Maybe nothing is wrong, but you would like to improve something in your life? If you answered yes to any of these questions or are having other difficulties in your life, you are not alone. Many people experience troubling events, thoughts, and feelings at some point in life.
Dr. Jean Lerner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I love working with
children
, whether it is emotional issues or behavioral.
Are you fed up with your partner? Are your kids making you feel overwhelmed? You're not alone. Life is about challenges and growth, and therapy can help you with that process. Please feel free to reach out to me, as I would be honored to be apart of your journey.
Kathy Jo Shovlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, MFT
Verified
Verified
As a marriage and family therapist, I work comfortably with a variety of client populations: adults, couples,
children
, teens, and families. Having been an educator for twenty-seven years, I bring an informed and unique perspective to my work. Regardless of the age of my clients, all bring a story to therapy. My role is to guide my clients to uncover that story and help them to revise it so that they can live their lives as they choose and connect with others in a wholehearted way.
Gabriele M Waits
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience and training working with
children
and adults who experienced trauma including abuse history and placement in foster care.
I have been providing therapy to individuals, couples and families for more than 20 years. During this time, I provided services in a variety of settings, including private practice, counseling agencies and residential placements. I am honored that you are considering me to join you on your path of healing and greater happiness. My professional experience includes working with clients who struggle with issues related to adjustment to life changes, history of trauma, dealing with feelings of anxiety and depression, behavioral issues, parent-
child
conflict, and family and relationship conflict.
Reina Connolly
LPC Intern, BA
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Reina Connolly. I am excited to start this therapeutic journey with you. Currently, I am a graduate student at Northwestern University studying clinical mental health counseling with a
child
and adolescent emphasis. My post-graduation work has been multi-faceted in the fields of Psychology and Counseling.
Irene Burke
Licensed Professional Counselor, CPC, MA, NCC
Verified
Verified
I have many years and training experience with
children
and adolescents, and specialized training and experience working with individuals with disabilities.
I am not accepting new client at this time. My approach to therapy is collaborative and empathetic. I believe we are all doing the best we can to manage life’s many challenges. I believe developing a trusting, genuine relationship with a client is the most important aspect of counseling. My perspective is always strengths based. Contact me for a consultation. I look forward to meeting you.
Celine Liu
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, ATR-BC, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Are you or your
children
having difficulties adjusting to life events, such as divorce, relocation, or death of a love one? Suffering from trauma, stress, anxiety, or self-destructive behaviors? Any changes in behavior, mood, sleep, or school performance? You have found the right person. I am here to empower you and your love ones to find the best solutions to current problems. As a national board certified art therapist with 10 + years of experience by using art and play - the most natural ways of communicating and expressing feelings - I know how to work with your
children
.
Tiara Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified
Verified
I am a therapist who takes a feministic approach and is knowledgeable about
children
and adolescents, spirituality, mindfulness, consensual non-monogamy, sex work, kink-positive, and is very social justice oriented.
“Vulnerability is not winning or losing. It’s having the courage to show up when you can’t control the outcome.” - Brene Brown. Making the choice to attend therapy takes courage and that courage will drive you to create change within your life. Attending therapy can be a vulnerable setting, but I strive to make warm and genuine connections with my clients. I will do this by highlighting your strengths and creating awareness with tools that will help foster change within your journey
Nevada Behavioral Counseling
Counselor, MS
Verified
Verified
Over the years I have met a lot of parents of
children
with behavioral and emotional disturbances.
Pain can be the thing that defines us or the driving force for personal growth. I have spent an extensive amount of time working with
children
, teens, parents, and adults struggling with impulse control, existential, emotional, and behavioral disturbances. I believe knowing is not enough and that change is more than a conceptional idea, it is an action. I believe clients need proven tools to take action towards self-sufficiency.
Tashana Marie Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, MA, MFT-I
Verified
Verified
Mrs. Jones has a Bachelors in Human Service Management and a Masters in Psychology. She’s a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Intern. Throughout her career she’s volunteered as a CASA and worked as a QBA, QMHA, and ABA. She specializes in individual, couples, families, and
child
therapy. She brings a unique perspective to family therapy as she has worked in the behavioral and mental health field for some time now. Mrs. Jones facilitates community youth groups and IOP‘s. She has experience working with clients who have ADHD, PTSD, impulse control, personality disorders, and mood disorders. Mrs. Jones is also trained in EMDR.
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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.