Therapists for Toddlers in Eastport, NY

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Alexis Martinez
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC, MA
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Stress comes in many shades, regardless of what we face, with no discrepancies of importance, changing how we feel begins with changing our perspective. I aim to guide you through these life challenges and rebuild the mindset that these negative encounters have influenced.
Stress comes in many shades, regardless of what we face, with no discrepancies of importance, changing how we feel begins with changing our perspective. I aim to guide you through these life challenges and rebuild the mindset that these negative encounters have influenced.
(631) 994-1950 View (631) 994-1950
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Behavioral Strategies
Verified Verified
Serves Area
We are an agency that provides ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) and educational services to children ages 3-21 through their local school district. We work with many school districts throughout Suffolk County, supporting children with learning disabilities, developmental delays, and behavioral challenges. We use your child's IEP, assessments, parent and teacher interviews, etc, to assist in prioritizing and addressing challenges that are affecting your child's progress in school and home.
We are an agency that provides ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) and educational services to children ages 3-21 through their local school district. We work with many school districts throughout Suffolk County, supporting children with learning disabilities, developmental delays, and behavioral challenges. We use your child's IEP, assessments, parent and teacher interviews, etc, to assist in prioritizing and addressing challenges that are affecting your child's progress in school and home.
(631) 887-5086 View (631) 887-5086

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Joseph Stopanio
Psychologist, PsyD
Hauppauge, NY 11788
Finding the right therapist is an important decision, and I want to share with you a bit about our approach and what you can expect from working with a therapist at North Shore Psychology. We believe that therapy is a collaborative and empowering process, one where you are the expert of your own life. Our role as your therapist is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences together. The goal is not only to help you understand yourself more deeply but also to help you develop the tools and insights necessary to create lasting change.
Finding the right therapist is an important decision, and I want to share with you a bit about our approach and what you can expect from working with a therapist at North Shore Psychology. We believe that therapy is a collaborative and empowering process, one where you are the expert of your own life. Our role as your therapist is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences together. The goal is not only to help you understand yourself more deeply but also to help you develop the tools and insights necessary to create lasting change.
(631) 985-3068 View (631) 985-3068
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Denise Hill
Psychologist, PhD
Manorville, NY 11949
Life can be really hard. How do we navigate the obstacles and challenges that we face? I love working with individuals, helping them attain balance in life in this very demanding world. I hope that my clients gain more clarity regarding their goal(s) for therapy and between sessions, they are equipped with insight and strategies to cope and deal with issues related to their goal(s).
Life can be really hard. How do we navigate the obstacles and challenges that we face? I love working with individuals, helping them attain balance in life in this very demanding world. I hope that my clients gain more clarity regarding their goal(s) for therapy and between sessions, they are equipped with insight and strategies to cope and deal with issues related to their goal(s).
(631) 769-2049 View (631) 769-2049
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Rebecca Wade
Psychologist, PsyD
5 Endorsed
Commack, NY 11725
Waitlist for new clients
Life presents with numerous challenges. As children, teens, and young adults are learning about themselves and the world, seeking support to navigate life's stressors can assist in creating a happy and fulfilling life. I utilize an empathetic and active therapeutic approach. I work with client's to identify their core values and establish meaningful life goals. We will discuss your life events while generating thought and behavioral strategies to cope with current and future life stressors.
Life presents with numerous challenges. As children, teens, and young adults are learning about themselves and the world, seeking support to navigate life's stressors can assist in creating a happy and fulfilling life. I utilize an empathetic and active therapeutic approach. I work with client's to identify their core values and establish meaningful life goals. We will discuss your life events while generating thought and behavioral strategies to cope with current and future life stressors.
(631) 849-8643 View (631) 849-8643
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Thomas DiBlasi
Psychologist, PhD
2 Endorsed
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Hello, Dr. Tom DiBlasi here, and I work at My OCD Care. Do you find that you have thoughts that you just can’t get out of your head no matter how hard you try? Do you find it difficult to not respond to these thoughts? This is very common with OCD and anxiety. It can feel as if your OCD or anxiety are controlling your life. But, there is hope. Exposure and Response Prevention (ExRP) is the most effective way to treat OCD. It can help you regain control of your life.
Hello, Dr. Tom DiBlasi here, and I work at My OCD Care. Do you find that you have thoughts that you just can’t get out of your head no matter how hard you try? Do you find it difficult to not respond to these thoughts? This is very common with OCD and anxiety. It can feel as if your OCD or anxiety are controlling your life. But, there is hope. Exposure and Response Prevention (ExRP) is the most effective way to treat OCD. It can help you regain control of your life.
(718) 309-0324 View (718) 309-0324
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Antasia Coleman
Pre-Licensed Professional, Antasia, Coleman, LCMHC
Bay Shore, NY 11706
You don’t have to have it all figured out to start healing. I work with people who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected but are ready for change. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back, find balance, and help you reconnect with yourself, meeting you with care, compassion, and understanding, right where you are.
You don’t have to have it all figured out to start healing. I work with people who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected but are ready for change. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back, find balance, and help you reconnect with yourself, meeting you with care, compassion, and understanding, right where you are.
(973) 791-8366 View (973) 791-8366
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Ryan VanCompernolle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Bohemia, NY 11716
Have you wondered if you would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to answer any questions or concerns. You can talk to me about anything; nothing you tell me will shock or surprise me.  I work well with young adults struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, relationship issues, academic and career stress, learning disabilities, and self-harm. My approach integrates CBT, DBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, and insight-oriented therapy to build the skills needed for long-term resilience. I provide goal-directed, insight-oriented therapy that empowers clients to become their own therapists.
Have you wondered if you would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to answer any questions or concerns. You can talk to me about anything; nothing you tell me will shock or surprise me.  I work well with young adults struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, relationship issues, academic and career stress, learning disabilities, and self-harm. My approach integrates CBT, DBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, and insight-oriented therapy to build the skills needed for long-term resilience. I provide goal-directed, insight-oriented therapy that empowers clients to become their own therapists.
(646) 828-1104 View (646) 828-1104
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Megan V Kowalchick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Sayville, NY 11782
Congratulations on your decision to move forward with researching therapists in your area! I am a Licensed Master Social Worker specializing in mental health counseling with children, adolescents, and their families. I provide a safe and caring space where clients are given the opportunity to work toward achieving mental wellness, peace, and happiness. I work with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, behavioral disturbances, social and emotional issues, parent/child relationships, parenting, and behavior management.
Congratulations on your decision to move forward with researching therapists in your area! I am a Licensed Master Social Worker specializing in mental health counseling with children, adolescents, and their families. I provide a safe and caring space where clients are given the opportunity to work toward achieving mental wellness, peace, and happiness. I work with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, behavioral disturbances, social and emotional issues, parent/child relationships, parenting, and behavior management.
(516) 667-1523 x113 View (516) 667-1523 x113
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Laura Carol Ter Poorten
Counselor, LMHC, LPC-S
Stony Brook, NY 11790
My mission is to heal trauma. In practice for 25 years, I specialize in trauma, informed by EMDR, Internal Family Systems, &other modalities. Incorporating body-based practices, I help my clients connect with their strength & inner wisdom. I believe everyone deserves healing, is capable of healing, and that trauma blocks healing & connection to self/others. I work with adults and teens around a variety of struggles and life changes and provide play therapy for young children. I believe that what is often labeled as stuckness/resistence/pathological is how an individual learned to adapt to to danger and threat.
My mission is to heal trauma. In practice for 25 years, I specialize in trauma, informed by EMDR, Internal Family Systems, &other modalities. Incorporating body-based practices, I help my clients connect with their strength & inner wisdom. I believe everyone deserves healing, is capable of healing, and that trauma blocks healing & connection to self/others. I work with adults and teens around a variety of struggles and life changes and provide play therapy for young children. I believe that what is often labeled as stuckness/resistence/pathological is how an individual learned to adapt to to danger and threat.
(631) 830-0642 View (631) 830-0642
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Karen Kearney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
East Islip, NY 11730
Whether you are 5, 15, 35 or 65 we are all susceptible to the multi layered stressors of our world today. Children and teens along with adults are struggling with the emotional, psychological and physical effects of an ever changing , fast paced uncertain society. If you or a loved one is struggling , the support of psychotherapy can be a game changer for an improved quality of life.
Whether you are 5, 15, 35 or 65 we are all susceptible to the multi layered stressors of our world today. Children and teens along with adults are struggling with the emotional, psychological and physical effects of an ever changing , fast paced uncertain society. If you or a loved one is struggling , the support of psychotherapy can be a game changer for an improved quality of life.
(631) 202-0993 View (631) 202-0993
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LeeAnn H Mogel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Is your child struggling with Anxiety, Depression, OCD, ADHD, Self-Esteem or Self-Compassion? Are you or your child diagnosed with Autism and struggling with social skills? Or are you a young adult struggling with life transitions? As a child and adult therapist I would like to help you reach your goals and integrate the knowledge and skills to handle life's challenges.
Is your child struggling with Anxiety, Depression, OCD, ADHD, Self-Esteem or Self-Compassion? Are you or your child diagnosed with Autism and struggling with social skills? Or are you a young adult struggling with life transitions? As a child and adult therapist I would like to help you reach your goals and integrate the knowledge and skills to handle life's challenges.
(516) 430-4638 View (516) 430-4638
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Cassidy Deerkoski
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stony Brook, NY 11790
You may be a parent seeking support for a child struggling with big emotions, anxiety, behavior changes, or life transitions, or a teen or young adult feeling overwhelmed or stuck. I work with children, teens, and young adults to help them feel understood, more confident, and feel more confident handling their emotions. Together, we create a safe, supportive space to build coping skills, resilience, and lasting growth.
You may be a parent seeking support for a child struggling with big emotions, anxiety, behavior changes, or life transitions, or a teen or young adult feeling overwhelmed or stuck. I work with children, teens, and young adults to help them feel understood, more confident, and feel more confident handling their emotions. Together, we create a safe, supportive space to build coping skills, resilience, and lasting growth.
(631) 518-4221 View (631) 518-4221
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Jayme Hersh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Greenport, NY 11944
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker my passion lies with helping children and families effectively navigate their daily lives. Over the years I have worked with children and families, collaborated with different professionals and advocated on children’s behalf within a variety of systems. I provide a warm and supportive environment where I help children and families address issues such as: managing overwhelming emotions, developing social skills, creating a positive sense of self, building strong communication skills and more. My philosophy is for children and adolescents to feel seen, feel heard and feel understood.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker my passion lies with helping children and families effectively navigate their daily lives. Over the years I have worked with children and families, collaborated with different professionals and advocated on children’s behalf within a variety of systems. I provide a warm and supportive environment where I help children and families address issues such as: managing overwhelming emotions, developing social skills, creating a positive sense of self, building strong communication skills and more. My philosophy is for children and adolescents to feel seen, feel heard and feel understood.
(516) 604-5316 View (516) 604-5316
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Toni-Ann Mule'
Counselor, LMHC
2 Endorsed
Stony Brook, NY 11790
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, mood swings, or high levels of stress? What about rocky family dynamics, behavioral issues, loss of a loved one, boundaries, or communication? Are you a first responder battling the stressors of your duties? Do you want support processing your feelings, to learn effective coping mechanisms to better manage symptoms, to improve your relationships, and live a happier life? If so, I am happy to help! Therapy is currently available in person and via telehealth with flexible scheduling.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, mood swings, or high levels of stress? What about rocky family dynamics, behavioral issues, loss of a loved one, boundaries, or communication? Are you a first responder battling the stressors of your duties? Do you want support processing your feelings, to learn effective coping mechanisms to better manage symptoms, to improve your relationships, and live a happier life? If so, I am happy to help! Therapy is currently available in person and via telehealth with flexible scheduling.
(631) 570-8499 View (631) 570-8499
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Rebecca Simari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Sayville, NY 11782
I provide strengths based therapy to help individuals build effective coping mechanisms to address life challenges. I am committed to providing services that help you strengthen home, school, career and community partnerships by reducing overwhelm, stress and conflict.
I provide strengths based therapy to help individuals build effective coping mechanisms to address life challenges. I am committed to providing services that help you strengthen home, school, career and community partnerships by reducing overwhelm, stress and conflict.
(631) 849-8927 View (631) 849-8927
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Taylor Groth
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Smithtown, NY 11787
At Groth Psychology and Wellness, I provide therapy and neuropsychological evaluations to assess for learning, attention, developmental disorders. In therapy, I work with children, adolescents and adults experiencing difficulties in their life, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, behavior dysregulation, and relationship difficulties, among many others. My overarching goal as a therapist is to provide a safe space that clients may be trusting in. Additionally, I take a client-centered, integrative approach with evidence-based techniques to help the client and their unique needs. Together, we can work to achieve your personal goals.
At Groth Psychology and Wellness, I provide therapy and neuropsychological evaluations to assess for learning, attention, developmental disorders. In therapy, I work with children, adolescents and adults experiencing difficulties in their life, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, behavior dysregulation, and relationship difficulties, among many others. My overarching goal as a therapist is to provide a safe space that clients may be trusting in. Additionally, I take a client-centered, integrative approach with evidence-based techniques to help the client and their unique needs. Together, we can work to achieve your personal goals.
(516) 400-3595 View (516) 400-3595
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Maya Jourieh
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Maya Jourieh is a Mental Health Counselor who works to ensure each individual is provided with a safe space, using an empathetic and nonjudgmental approach. She possesses a passion in helping individuals develop long lasting positive change, healthy habits, and coping strategies. Maya encourages curiosity and exploration in self-growth through a compassionate collaborative framework.
Maya Jourieh is a Mental Health Counselor who works to ensure each individual is provided with a safe space, using an empathetic and nonjudgmental approach. She possesses a passion in helping individuals develop long lasting positive change, healthy habits, and coping strategies. Maya encourages curiosity and exploration in self-growth through a compassionate collaborative framework.
(646) 212-4173 View (646) 212-4173
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Jennifer M Bruno
Counselor, LMHC
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Are you struggling with finding healthy ways to cope? Life can be pretty stressful and overwhelming for a variety of reasons. Relationships, family issues, parenting, work, school, daily functioning, responsibilities, social struggles can all become difficult. I believe it is important to collaborate with the client to find out what they would like to gain from attending therapy so that goals can be attained while facing these challenges.
Are you struggling with finding healthy ways to cope? Life can be pretty stressful and overwhelming for a variety of reasons. Relationships, family issues, parenting, work, school, daily functioning, responsibilities, social struggles can all become difficult. I believe it is important to collaborate with the client to find out what they would like to gain from attending therapy so that goals can be attained while facing these challenges.
(631) 438-8450 View (631) 438-8450
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Dr. Maria Tuccillo
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults to help them better understand their emotions, build confidence, and develop practical coping skills they can use in everyday life. Whether it’s anxiety, behavioral challenges, or difficult behaviors in school, I create a supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. My goal is simple: to help you or your child feel more confident, capable, and in control.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults to help them better understand their emotions, build confidence, and develop practical coping skills they can use in everyday life. Whether it’s anxiety, behavioral challenges, or difficult behaviors in school, I create a supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. My goal is simple: to help you or your child feel more confident, capable, and in control.
(631) 257-0714 View (631) 257-0714
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.