Therapists for Children in Centerville, OH
You don’t have to carry the weight of life’s transitions, stress, or past experiences alone. My practice is rooted in a simple philosophy: therapy should be a safe harbor, not a rigid hierarchy. I prioritize creating a comfortable, relaxed environment where you can show up exactly as you are, without fear of judgment.
You don’t have to carry the weight of life’s transitions, stress, or past experiences alone. My practice is rooted in a simple philosophy: therapy should be a safe harbor, not a rigid hierarchy. I prioritize creating a comfortable, relaxed environment where you can show up exactly as you are, without fear of judgment.
I have 18 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with various issues such as adjustment issues, mood disorders, ADHD, anxiety disorders, school adjustment, behavioral concerns, depression and adults of emotionally immature parents.
My name is Tiffany M. B. Chouteau and my ideal client is someone who is ready to work towards the change they want to see in their lives. I enjoy helping others to empower themselves towards the changes they want to make in their lives. My primary goal is work collaboratively with clients in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
I have 18 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with various issues such as adjustment issues, mood disorders, ADHD, anxiety disorders, school adjustment, behavioral concerns, depression and adults of emotionally immature parents.
My name is Tiffany M. B. Chouteau and my ideal client is someone who is ready to work towards the change they want to see in their lives. I enjoy helping others to empower themselves towards the changes they want to make in their lives. My primary goal is work collaboratively with clients in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
Hello, my name is Dr. Stephen Fortson and I specialize in treating couples, families, and individuals with professional clinical counseling services. I have been a licensed clinical professional counselor for 29 years. I am also retired associate professor and chair of the Department of Human Services at Wright State University where I oversaw the counselor preparation program 20 years. If you are in need of personalized couples, family or individual counseling, please contact me. I am currently accepting new clients.
Hello, my name is Dr. Stephen Fortson and I specialize in treating couples, families, and individuals with professional clinical counseling services. I have been a licensed clinical professional counselor for 29 years. I am also retired associate professor and chair of the Department of Human Services at Wright State University where I oversaw the counselor preparation program 20 years. If you are in need of personalized couples, family or individual counseling, please contact me. I am currently accepting new clients.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
I have extensive experience (over 18 years) working with children and adolescents with attention and behavior problems, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum symptoms, social issues, learning and school-related issues, and adjustment problems.
I use a warm, playful and interpersonal style in therapy. My approach to therapy is integrative in nature, with an emphasis on cognitive behavioral treatment. I teach my clients self awareness and specific social-emotional skills that increase their ability to cope with life's stressors.
I have extensive experience (over 18 years) working with children and adolescents with attention and behavior problems, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum symptoms, social issues, learning and school-related issues, and adjustment problems.
I use a warm, playful and interpersonal style in therapy. My approach to therapy is integrative in nature, with an emphasis on cognitive behavioral treatment. I teach my clients self awareness and specific social-emotional skills that increase their ability to cope with life's stressors.
I’m honored to support individuals, children, families, and couples as they navigate challenges and move toward growth.
I integrate CBT to help you understand patterns, build coping skills, and create lasting change. With children, developing emotional tools; with individuals, rediscovering clarity and resilience; with families, restoring communication and connection. I use Gottman Level 1 Training with couples, helping partners strengthen trust, understanding, and rebuild.
I’m honored to support individuals, children, families, and couples as they navigate challenges and move toward growth.
I integrate CBT to help you understand patterns, build coping skills, and create lasting change. With children, developing emotional tools; with individuals, rediscovering clarity and resilience; with families, restoring communication and connection. I use Gottman Level 1 Training with couples, helping partners strengthen trust, understanding, and rebuild.
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
My areas of focus include diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorders. Children, adolescents, adults, families, and group therapy. Mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, child/adolescent behavioral problems, ADD/ADHD, self-harm.
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
My areas of focus include diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorders. Children, adolescents, adults, families, and group therapy. Mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, child/adolescent behavioral problems, ADD/ADHD, self-harm.
Melissa K. Owens - Front Porch Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, cdc-a, ACC, CPC, ELI-MP
Centerville, OH 45459
What would more joy and satisfaction in life be worth to you? Many people go through life unaware of their own intentions and motives, feeling as though life simply "happens to them." Through compassionate, nonjudgmental, and therapeutic exploration, I challenge and empower my clients to truly know themselves, deepen their faith, and gain a clearer understanding of their world and the people around them. Don't let life just happen to you—start living each day with purpose and intention.
What would more joy and satisfaction in life be worth to you? Many people go through life unaware of their own intentions and motives, feeling as though life simply "happens to them." Through compassionate, nonjudgmental, and therapeutic exploration, I challenge and empower my clients to truly know themselves, deepen their faith, and gain a clearer understanding of their world and the people around them. Don't let life just happen to you—start living each day with purpose and intention.
I work with children and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions.
I help my clients heal from trauma, manage emotions, and build healthier coping skills. Together, we work through challenges like ADHD, addiction, and anger with compassion and evidence-based care—creating space for growth, balance, and lasting change.
I work with children and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions.
I help my clients heal from trauma, manage emotions, and build healthier coping skills. Together, we work through challenges like ADHD, addiction, and anger with compassion and evidence-based care—creating space for growth, balance, and lasting change.
I worked with children and their parents in hospitals, schools, non-profit institutions, and foster care organizations.
I have experience supporting individuals with stress and everyday challenges that arise. I was influenced by myown experiences in therapy to start my journey as a counselor and have worked to dispel the stigma and negative perceptions held within culturally diverse communities.
I worked with children and their parents in hospitals, schools, non-profit institutions, and foster care organizations.
I have experience supporting individuals with stress and everyday challenges that arise. I was influenced by myown experiences in therapy to start my journey as a counselor and have worked to dispel the stigma and negative perceptions held within culturally diverse communities.
I have experience working with children, teens, adults, and families through various life struggles and have focused on treating trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting issues, child/adolescent behavioral and mental health issues, and adults going through phase of life issues.
My favorite quote is from The Little Prince, "the eyes are blind. One must look with the heart." Often in the midst of our pain and struggle we react to circumstances with little or no thought. We allow ourselves to be directed by the world instead of identifying what we need and know in our heart. To identify what we need, know what our heart wants, and have a plan to follow is what therapy is all about. We must work through the pain to identify these things; accept that we deserve them, and develop a plan to achieve them.
I have experience working with children, teens, adults, and families through various life struggles and have focused on treating trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting issues, child/adolescent behavioral and mental health issues, and adults going through phase of life issues.
My favorite quote is from The Little Prince, "the eyes are blind. One must look with the heart." Often in the midst of our pain and struggle we react to circumstances with little or no thought. We allow ourselves to be directed by the world instead of identifying what we need and know in our heart. To identify what we need, know what our heart wants, and have a plan to follow is what therapy is all about. We must work through the pain to identify these things; accept that we deserve them, and develop a plan to achieve them.
Emily C.
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
3 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45458
Waitlist for new clients
If you're seeking support to manage a mental health condition, make positive changes, process the past, or improve your self-care or relationships I would be honored to assist you. I believe in the inherent worth of each individual regardless of gender, race or ethnicity, sexuality, belief system, or educational or employment status. I believe each individual has strengths that can be used to improve mental health. Whether struggling with mental health, relationship challenges, life transition, healing from trauma, or simply feeling stuck, you don't have to do it alone. I work with minors and adults using evidence based practices.
If you're seeking support to manage a mental health condition, make positive changes, process the past, or improve your self-care or relationships I would be honored to assist you. I believe in the inherent worth of each individual regardless of gender, race or ethnicity, sexuality, belief system, or educational or employment status. I believe each individual has strengths that can be used to improve mental health. Whether struggling with mental health, relationship challenges, life transition, healing from trauma, or simply feeling stuck, you don't have to do it alone. I work with minors and adults using evidence based practices.
I have worked in a variety of mental health settings, with all kinds of people ( children, teens, adults, couples, families, and groups).
All of us face challenges where we feel stronger when someone walks alongside us. Whether you are coming out of a difficulty, heading into one, or in the midst, I invite you to contact me so we can walk together to overcome it!
I have worked in a variety of mental health settings, with all kinds of people ( children, teens, adults, couples, families, and groups).
All of us face challenges where we feel stronger when someone walks alongside us. Whether you are coming out of a difficulty, heading into one, or in the midst, I invite you to contact me so we can walk together to overcome it!
Are you currently finding it difficult exploring your emotions? Anger? Fear? Shame? Sadness? Sometimes, does it seem that wondering about these emotions causes some anxiety and stress? Do you feel family, friends, and others don't understand? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you likely can benefit from addressing those thoughts through therapy where there is Confidentiality, Support, and No Judgement.
Are you currently finding it difficult exploring your emotions? Anger? Fear? Shame? Sadness? Sometimes, does it seem that wondering about these emotions causes some anxiety and stress? Do you feel family, friends, and others don't understand? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you likely can benefit from addressing those thoughts through therapy where there is Confidentiality, Support, and No Judgement.
With over 20 years successful experience in assisting clients in developing and building their long-term skills for coping and problem solving, I believe that my practice can help you find your way to the life goals you desire. My approach to counseling is interactive with my clients, based on the concept that understanding and coming to terms with one's emotions is essential to effective problem solving and personal growth. I strive to provide a comfortable, supportive and non-judgmental environment for clients to effectively deal with life's issues and enrich their lives.
With over 20 years successful experience in assisting clients in developing and building their long-term skills for coping and problem solving, I believe that my practice can help you find your way to the life goals you desire. My approach to counseling is interactive with my clients, based on the concept that understanding and coming to terms with one's emotions is essential to effective problem solving and personal growth. I strive to provide a comfortable, supportive and non-judgmental environment for clients to effectively deal with life's issues and enrich their lives.
Our approach to therapy is one in which our clients are viewed as resilient and resourceful. Our office is a place where change happens. I am now offering Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy to our practice. Horses are extremely intuitive animals and are able to help facilitate change on an emotional relational level that enhances the healing process.I have had a long interest in horses and find a healing effect to be activated when in their presence. This realization was probably the most important driving force that propelled me into this horse/person connection as a modality for treatment.
Our approach to therapy is one in which our clients are viewed as resilient and resourceful. Our office is a place where change happens. I am now offering Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy to our practice. Horses are extremely intuitive animals and are able to help facilitate change on an emotional relational level that enhances the healing process.I have had a long interest in horses and find a healing effect to be activated when in their presence. This realization was probably the most important driving force that propelled me into this horse/person connection as a modality for treatment.
Emely Jones, Mindful Mending LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! I’m Emely Jones. I'm a passionate and empathetic mental health therapist who believes in the power of personal growth, healing, health, and a little humor (when appropriate). I'm dedicated to fostering a warm, friendly environment, by working alongside clients to unlock their inner resilience and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives. I'm also a married mom of a wonderful 2-year-old son. Some of my preferred mental health coping skills include great sleep, kitchen concerts (I love to sing), exercise, a good mystery novel or TV show, a healthy meal, and a cozy meditation.
Hi! I’m Emely Jones. I'm a passionate and empathetic mental health therapist who believes in the power of personal growth, healing, health, and a little humor (when appropriate). I'm dedicated to fostering a warm, friendly environment, by working alongside clients to unlock their inner resilience and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives. I'm also a married mom of a wonderful 2-year-old son. Some of my preferred mental health coping skills include great sleep, kitchen concerts (I love to sing), exercise, a good mystery novel or TV show, a healthy meal, and a cozy meditation.
Life can be difficult at times. If you are in need of someone to listen and help you get through the hard parts of life, please call us. It can really help if you have someone to listen and give new perspectives when you get stuck or are struggling with a problem in your life. We have the best therapists in the area and have a strong reputation for quality and professional care.
Life can be difficult at times. If you are in need of someone to listen and help you get through the hard parts of life, please call us. It can really help if you have someone to listen and give new perspectives when you get stuck or are struggling with a problem in your life. We have the best therapists in the area and have a strong reputation for quality and professional care.
You might be managing stress, trauma, or relationship challenges while trying to hold everything together. You want better communication, stronger boundaries, and greater emotional balance. You’re looking for support that feels safe, collaborative, and practical—where insight and skill-building help you move forward with confidence.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, relational conflict, or stress that feels “in the body,” our work will focus on strengthening your regulation capacity, expanding awareness of internal experience, and fostering a supportive therapeutic relationship to help you feel more grounded and present.
You might be managing stress, trauma, or relationship challenges while trying to hold everything together. You want better communication, stronger boundaries, and greater emotional balance. You’re looking for support that feels safe, collaborative, and practical—where insight and skill-building help you move forward with confidence.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, relational conflict, or stress that feels “in the body,” our work will focus on strengthening your regulation capacity, expanding awareness of internal experience, and fostering a supportive therapeutic relationship to help you feel more grounded and present.
I work with young children, preteens, and their families who are navigating behavioral concerns, emotional regulation challenges, trauma, or diagnoses such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder.
I use play-based techniques along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help children express themselves, build emotional awareness, and develop healthier coping skills. I also incorporate elements of Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT) in my work with children who have experienced trauma. My approach is person-centered and strengths-based, focused on helping e
I work with young children, preteens, and their families who are navigating behavioral concerns, emotional regulation challenges, trauma, or diagnoses such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder.
I use play-based techniques along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help children express themselves, build emotional awareness, and develop healthier coping skills. I also incorporate elements of Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT) in my work with children who have experienced trauma. My approach is person-centered and strengths-based, focused on helping e
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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.