Therapists for Children in Columbus, OH
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, stress related to school or family changes, and adjustment difficulty.
Hello!
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming and I work to create a calm, supportive space where clients feel heard and understood.
My approach is practical, strengths-based, and developmentally appropriate. I use evidence-based strategies tailored to each client, helping them improve their relationships.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, stress related to school or family changes, and adjustment difficulty.
Hello!
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming and I work to create a calm, supportive space where clients feel heard and understood.
My approach is practical, strengths-based, and developmentally appropriate. I use evidence-based strategies tailored to each client, helping them improve their relationships.
Having a child who is struggling to keep afloat can feel overwhelming, and recovery may feel like an insurmountable task.
I work with children, teens, and young adults who struggle with food, body image, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. I help my clients gain a better understanding of the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I am a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor and am a recommended provider of Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
Having a child who is struggling to keep afloat can feel overwhelming, and recovery may feel like an insurmountable task.
I work with children, teens, and young adults who struggle with food, body image, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. I help my clients gain a better understanding of the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I am a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor and am a recommended provider of Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
Hello, I am Korine Starkey and I am a licensed independent social worker and therapist. At 36, I’ve learned that life is full of ups, downs, and that none of us are meant to navigate it alone. Family, peace, growth, and healing are central to my own life, and they are also the values that guide my work with clients.
Hello, I am Korine Starkey and I am a licensed independent social worker and therapist. At 36, I’ve learned that life is full of ups, downs, and that none of us are meant to navigate it alone. Family, peace, growth, and healing are central to my own life, and they are also the values that guide my work with clients.
Hi, my name is Dr. Amanda Smith and I’m a clinical psychologist licensed in Ohio, Texas, New Jersey, Arizona, and New York. I have nearly two decades of experience working with various populations and age groups. I joined WellQor in May 2019 as a lead psychologist, and I’m now a Clinical Director overseeing a large team of mental health professionals. My team is responsible for the evaluation, care planning, and treatment of adults with mental health issues ranging from mild depression and anxiety to more serious diagnoses.
Hi, my name is Dr. Amanda Smith and I’m a clinical psychologist licensed in Ohio, Texas, New Jersey, Arizona, and New York. I have nearly two decades of experience working with various populations and age groups. I joined WellQor in May 2019 as a lead psychologist, and I’m now a Clinical Director overseeing a large team of mental health professionals. My team is responsible for the evaluation, care planning, and treatment of adults with mental health issues ranging from mild depression and anxiety to more serious diagnoses.
While I have experience working with a range of ages and issues, my speciality is working with teens and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and childhood wounds.
My therapeutic style integrates evidence based techniques with innovative approaches. My main modalities include EMDR and Play Therapy. I have the ability to provide WPATH letters for trans clients seeking gender affirming care. When weather permits, I offer clients to meet outdoors for a "walk and talk."
While I have experience working with a range of ages and issues, my speciality is working with teens and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and childhood wounds.
My therapeutic style integrates evidence based techniques with innovative approaches. My main modalities include EMDR and Play Therapy. I have the ability to provide WPATH letters for trans clients seeking gender affirming care. When weather permits, I offer clients to meet outdoors for a "walk and talk."
My experiences as a survivor of childhood neglect and abuse as well as an Orthodox Jew (Hebrew name Ephraim Rosen) have helped me develop traits including compassion and perspective that I hope will help you.
I'm Dustin, Founder of "BH Advanced Behavioral Health Services." Since 2001, I have been independently licensed and specialize in trauma, anxiety, and marriage and family therapy. I moved a lot as an Air Force officer, so I am licensed in Ohio, Colorado and Wisconsin. My lived experience feeds my absolute confidence that healing is possible. We'll balance adherence to an evidenced-based treatment plan and excellent collaboration through this dynamic therapeutic journey. My absolute confidence comes from my faith primarily, as well as offering 4 advanced treatment modalities tailored to you - one size does not fit all!
My experiences as a survivor of childhood neglect and abuse as well as an Orthodox Jew (Hebrew name Ephraim Rosen) have helped me develop traits including compassion and perspective that I hope will help you.
I'm Dustin, Founder of "BH Advanced Behavioral Health Services." Since 2001, I have been independently licensed and specialize in trauma, anxiety, and marriage and family therapy. I moved a lot as an Air Force officer, so I am licensed in Ohio, Colorado and Wisconsin. My lived experience feeds my absolute confidence that healing is possible. We'll balance adherence to an evidenced-based treatment plan and excellent collaboration through this dynamic therapeutic journey. My absolute confidence comes from my faith primarily, as well as offering 4 advanced treatment modalities tailored to you - one size does not fit all!
I help children, adolescents, young adults, and adults identify current stressors and how to better manage difficult situations.
Finally, I will leave some time for any current questions or concerns and potential answers and solutions. I have been fortunate enough to work with a variety of populations with different types of goals. I believe that you know you best and it is my job to show up to support your goals that you have.
I help children, adolescents, young adults, and adults identify current stressors and how to better manage difficult situations.
Finally, I will leave some time for any current questions or concerns and potential answers and solutions. I have been fortunate enough to work with a variety of populations with different types of goals. I believe that you know you best and it is my job to show up to support your goals that you have.
I have been counseling for over 45 years and have provided psychotherapy services to all types of individuals,couples and families. I strive to provide a compassionate and safe environment in which my clients can address their issues confidentially. I understand how difficult it is to first enter counseling and I am committed to making it a successful experience for them. My goals as a therapist are to help clients in discerning old patterns, explore feelings, thoughts, behaviors and attitudes and provide therapeutic opportunities for change.
I have been counseling for over 45 years and have provided psychotherapy services to all types of individuals,couples and families. I strive to provide a compassionate and safe environment in which my clients can address their issues confidentially. I understand how difficult it is to first enter counseling and I am committed to making it a successful experience for them. My goals as a therapist are to help clients in discerning old patterns, explore feelings, thoughts, behaviors and attitudes and provide therapeutic opportunities for change.
Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Columbus
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Columbus, OH 43212
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
My ideal client is someone who may be struggling with believing in themselves, holding onto hope, or feeling weighed down by expectations from family, society, or others. They often wrestle with questions of identity and meaning, and may feel pressure to conform instead of embracing who they truly are. Their needs center around having a safe, affirming space to explore themselves, process their struggles, and discover their own voice.
Their goals are to move toward self-acceptance, to embrace and enjoy their uniqueness, and to cultivate the courage to face the world authentically. Basically, to Live & Learn.
My ideal client is someone who may be struggling with believing in themselves, holding onto hope, or feeling weighed down by expectations from family, society, or others. They often wrestle with questions of identity and meaning, and may feel pressure to conform instead of embracing who they truly are. Their needs center around having a safe, affirming space to explore themselves, process their struggles, and discover their own voice.
Their goals are to move toward self-acceptance, to embrace and enjoy their uniqueness, and to cultivate the courage to face the world authentically. Basically, to Live & Learn.
My therapeutic philosophy is rooted in the belief that each person possesses unique strengths and resilience. Through a collaborative and compassionate therapeutic alliance, I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
My therapeutic philosophy is rooted in the belief that each person possesses unique strengths and resilience. Through a collaborative and compassionate therapeutic alliance, I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
I started my career working with at-risk youth in families dealing with mental illness and substance use. The lack of resources and understanding about the impact of mental health on functioning inspired me. OCD is a commonly misunderstood disorder that disrupts the life of the person it attaches to. I want to help others improve their lives by working through the issues that hold them back from success. At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for OCD. Our deep understanding of the nuances of OCD enables us to properly diagnose and treat it.
I started my career working with at-risk youth in families dealing with mental illness and substance use. The lack of resources and understanding about the impact of mental health on functioning inspired me. OCD is a commonly misunderstood disorder that disrupts the life of the person it attaches to. I want to help others improve their lives by working through the issues that hold them back from success. At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for OCD. Our deep understanding of the nuances of OCD enables us to properly diagnose and treat it.
If you’re a parent: Being a parent is hard and I appreciate you taking the time to ensure that your child’s health is a priority.
I have experience with adolescents and young adults in different levels of care (PHP/IOP/individual). I enjoy working with clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, & ADHD. For adolescents: Life is hard & I want to be able to make sure you have all the tools & resources you need to succeed in life. I want you to have time to work through problems in therapy while empowering you to talk with your parents about problems as needed. Your voice is so important! For young adults: In therapy. I work to empower you to make your own choices, identify/feel your emotions, and process your needs. Your feelings & struggles are valid!
If you’re a parent: Being a parent is hard and I appreciate you taking the time to ensure that your child’s health is a priority.
I have experience with adolescents and young adults in different levels of care (PHP/IOP/individual). I enjoy working with clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, & ADHD. For adolescents: Life is hard & I want to be able to make sure you have all the tools & resources you need to succeed in life. I want you to have time to work through problems in therapy while empowering you to talk with your parents about problems as needed. Your voice is so important! For young adults: In therapy. I work to empower you to make your own choices, identify/feel your emotions, and process your needs. Your feelings & struggles are valid!
For the past 22 years, I have been providing community mental health therapy services to children, adolescents, their families and adults in Cincinnati, Ohio.
I have provided therapy around issues such as anxiety/depression management, parenting support, trauma and ODD/ADHD. What I love most about being a therapist is creating a safe place for clients to process and recover from painful life events, building one's resilience and helping them create a life that has meaning for them.
For the past 22 years, I have been providing community mental health therapy services to children, adolescents, their families and adults in Cincinnati, Ohio.
I have provided therapy around issues such as anxiety/depression management, parenting support, trauma and ODD/ADHD. What I love most about being a therapist is creating a safe place for clients to process and recover from painful life events, building one's resilience and helping them create a life that has meaning for them.
I work with adults, children and adolescents who are struggling with difficult life challenges and traumatic experiences.
Are you in emotional pain? Have you been through difficult or traumatic life experiences? Learning to deal with life's challenges and finding your way out of deep emotional pain can be overwhelming. The decision to attend counseling is not always easy and choosing the right therapist to partner with you is important. If you are ready to work to find hope and healing, I am ready to help you. My practice is effective because I work with all parts of the self-- helping you move through the difficult experiences you have encountered and help bring meaning back to life!
I work with adults, children and adolescents who are struggling with difficult life challenges and traumatic experiences.
Are you in emotional pain? Have you been through difficult or traumatic life experiences? Learning to deal with life's challenges and finding your way out of deep emotional pain can be overwhelming. The decision to attend counseling is not always easy and choosing the right therapist to partner with you is important. If you are ready to work to find hope and healing, I am ready to help you. My practice is effective because I work with all parts of the self-- helping you move through the difficult experiences you have encountered and help bring meaning back to life!
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families work through life’s challenges and provide an environment where my clients feel safe and heard. My goal is to help people find peace and grow in both their relationships and personal lives. I believe in creating a collaborative environment within the therapy room to help you create goals and find what works best for you.
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families work through life’s challenges and provide an environment where my clients feel safe and heard. My goal is to help people find peace and grow in both their relationships and personal lives. I believe in creating a collaborative environment within the therapy room to help you create goals and find what works best for you.
We provide counseling and treatment services for children, adolescents and adults from all backgrounds.
TRU-ROB Counseling and Consulting, LLC provides professional counseling services to individuals, couples, groups and families. TRU-ROB Counseling and Consulting, LLC prides itself on being accessible and for going the extra mile to provide individualized services to its clients.
We provide counseling and treatment services for children, adolescents and adults from all backgrounds.
TRU-ROB Counseling and Consulting, LLC provides professional counseling services to individuals, couples, groups and families. TRU-ROB Counseling and Consulting, LLC prides itself on being accessible and for going the extra mile to provide individualized services to its clients.
I have been providing individual, group, and family therapy since 2016 with children, teens, and their families facing a vast range of issues (mood disorders, behavioral concerns, neurodivergence, traumatic experiences, and anxiety to highlight just a few!) in both the residential and inpatient hospital settings.
Life can present you with new challenges and strategies that have gotten you this far no longer seem to work. This can make you feel stuck and like you are working so hard, but can’t seem to get out of a pattern that is causing more stress than it is solving. Through utilizing approaches from Dialectical Behavioral therapy (DBT) and Solution - focused therapy (SFBT), I sit down with clients to understand their unique experience, needs, and strengths to collaboratively identify their goals for therapy.
I have been providing individual, group, and family therapy since 2016 with children, teens, and their families facing a vast range of issues (mood disorders, behavioral concerns, neurodivergence, traumatic experiences, and anxiety to highlight just a few!) in both the residential and inpatient hospital settings.
Life can present you with new challenges and strategies that have gotten you this far no longer seem to work. This can make you feel stuck and like you are working so hard, but can’t seem to get out of a pattern that is causing more stress than it is solving. Through utilizing approaches from Dialectical Behavioral therapy (DBT) and Solution - focused therapy (SFBT), I sit down with clients to understand their unique experience, needs, and strengths to collaboratively identify their goals for therapy.
Kel Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am a proud queer and transgender therapist who has dedicated my practice to providing inclusive and culturally humble services to all. My passion is in providing care to LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples & families. Additionally, I run therapy & support groups for LGBTQIA+ youth and plan to create more group spaces for people to connect to their community and peers. I have also had the privilege of providing training and education to professionals, clients and families on providing a safe and affirming space for LGBTQIA+ youth.
I am a proud queer and transgender therapist who has dedicated my practice to providing inclusive and culturally humble services to all. My passion is in providing care to LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples & families. Additionally, I run therapy & support groups for LGBTQIA+ youth and plan to create more group spaces for people to connect to their community and peers. I have also had the privilege of providing training and education to professionals, clients and families on providing a safe and affirming space for LGBTQIA+ youth.
I have expertise in working with individuals of all ages: children, adolescents, adults and families.
Many of the children and adolescents I work with are struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety, anger issues, family relationships, low self-esteem, peer/friendships issues, body images concerns, and challenges related to disruptive behavior and inattention.
I have expertise in working with individuals of all ages: children, adolescents, adults and families.
Many of the children and adolescents I work with are struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety, anger issues, family relationships, low self-esteem, peer/friendships issues, body images concerns, and challenges related to disruptive behavior and inattention.
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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.