Child Therapists in Philadelphia, PA
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Nora Ahern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Every experience we go through shapes us. However, not every experience has to define us. Are you having a difficult time with a life transition? Do you find yourself in relationships with friends or partners that remind you of challenging experiences you had as a
child
? Are you exhausted of doubting yourself and feeling insecure? Does your
child
need a safe place to express themselves if they are going through a difficult time, and you would like to improve your communication with them? You have come to the right place. Therapy is a place to explore our past, start to heal our inner
child
, and break inter-generational patterns.

Jonathan Michael Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MS, MA
Verified
Verified
I have experience in trauma evaluations, psychiatric evaluations, treatment planning, academic assessments, and
child
welfare investigations.
I am a License Professional Counselor helping my clients discover how they can successfully contend with a range of issues, including the challenges of everyday life, abuse issues, trauma, crisis and behavioral and mental health. My mission is to guide my clients to identify their self-worth and to obtain the skills they need to realize their resilience. We pursue these goals through counseling, interpersonal training, education, motivation, exploration and identification. Self-sufficiency and healthy positive development are markers of our success.
Not accepting new clients

Stephanie K. Ewing
Psychologist, PhD, MPH
Verified
Verified
As a clinical and developmental psychologist, I have completed extensive training in evidence-based models for helping
children
, teens, adults and families.
Stress, depression, worry, feelings of hopelessness, and past difficult/traumatic experiences....All of these things can have a real impact on our day-to-day ability to enjoy life, function well in our relationships, and reach our fullest potential.

Noël K Bruno
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 20 years experience in the field treating
child
, adolescent, and adult clients in residential, outpatient, and private practice settings. Additionally, I am well versed at providing mental health evaluations and expert witness testimony for clients who are involved in a litigation process. My style is direct yet nurturing. I work in a flexible manner, inviting clients to come alone or bring whomever will support them into their sessions. My ideal client is the one who completes the first difficult step of calling for an appointment.
Waitlist for new clients

Andi L Snyder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LSW, CCTP
Verified
Verified
Is your
child
, adolescent, or college student experiencing anxiety, depression, or difficulty in school? Have they experienced trauma or are they currently having behavioral, emotional, or relational difficulties? As an experienced family and
child
professional, I use an integrative approach to best meet your needs. I tailor our work to your unique situation. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and bring a trauma-informed approach to therapy. I also have experience working with all members of the adoption triad & have completed additional training in adoption-informed therapeutic practice.

Kellie Cathey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As human beings, we are capable of deep healing and change in a loving environment. Even more so,
children
are capable of creating change in a way that helps the whole family heal. Most times,
children
tend to take on the unhealed pain of the family. In that way,
children
act as the gateway for growth within the family system. In working with your
child
, I work with your entire family to address root causes of depression, anxiety and behavioral issues that you
child
is presenting with. Together, we create a deeper connection for your entire family.

Jeremy Schwarzbaum
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP
Verified
Verified
Many people ask themselves, "Is it all in my head? Do I need help?" Parents often ask, "Is there something wrong with my
child
, or am I just worrying too much?" I specialize in the evaluation and treatment, as well as comprehensive psychological testing, of
children
, adolescents, and adults experiencing behavioral, emotional and developmental challenges. As a psychologist in private practice, I work with my clients, be they adults or
children
and their parents, to identify areas of concern, develop specific goals and plans to address them, and to enhance the strengths and resources families already possess to improve relationships, reduce stress, and increase success.

Jordan Katz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
From my years of experience working with
children
, adolescents, and adults, I know you have the ability to make big changes in your life.
I am a Licensed Social Worker who specializes in the treatment of OCD and Anxiety Disorders (i.e., Specific Phobias, Panic Disorder, Separation Anxiety, Health Anxiety, Emetophobia, Misophonia, etc.). I utilize a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) framework, specifically exposure with response prevention (ERP).

Kristen Rashid
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified
Verified
I offer art therapy for individual
children
and their families, for tweens, teens, adults, and for small groups.
I'm a registered, board-certified art therapist who's been working with kids, tweens, teens, and adults in Philadelphia for over a decade. Clients come to me for support in navigating through a range of issues including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, adjustments, divorce, grief/loss, behavior difficulties, depression, and anger. I meet clients where they are and help them engage in the creative process of making art as a way to express themselves, increase insight, spark change, make connections, and develop coping and problem solving skills.

Debora King
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified
Verified
Debora is an Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor. Debora is focused on providing person-centered care to help each person feel empowered in their treatment. Her clinical framework includes motivational interviewing and CBT. She specializes in
child
and adolescent therapy as well as emerging adults. In addition, she is trained in Parent
Child
Interactive Therapy (PCIT) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for treating OCD.

Taja Mclean
DMFT, LPC
Is your
child
experiencing a decline in academics, increased anxiety or struggle with controlling their anger? With over 10 years of experience, I am equipped to handle these challenges and give you the tools to help your
child
be the best version of themself. My specialities include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Anxiety, Depression and behavioral concerns. I assist
children
by teaching them coping skills, ways to improve their decision making and better navigate their lives. Please Note: Heart of Gold Counseling is 100% online (we do not offer in person sessions) and service
children
ages 8-17 years old.
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Katie Jasion
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with
children
, adolescents, individuals and families in a variety of settings and am also licensed as a secondary school counselor.
I believe that the power of therapy lies within the creation of a strong, collaborative relationship. I am passionate about creating a safe space for my clients to enable them to feel heard, while also empowering them to take ownership of their goals. My goal is to help my clients adopt coping skills and tools to use daily in facing difficult emotions and distressful situations.

Robert Zeitlin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
As a Licensed Psychologist, I help adults, teens, and younger
children
who are having trouble with sadness, worries, and other feelings that are distracting them from what they want to do.

Melisa O. Furman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Many find themselves at a point in their lives where external support is necessary to navigate life's challenges. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am that support for my clients.I create a safe space for my clients to explore their deep feelings, develop a plan, learn healthy coping strategies and increase self-confidence. I am experienced in facilitating conversations around divorce and separation with
children
and teenagers. I specialize in behavioral change and healing inter-personal relationships. I work with many individuals, families and youth experiencing ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Addiction and Post Traumatic Stress.
Waitlist for new clients

Denise Ray-Shields
PhD, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Many people face emotional challenges within and outside the family. I guide and support families, couples, individuals, and
children
in managing the obstacles that come their way. I believe the heart of the family is the wellbeing of its members. I provide treatment to those who experience distress in their daily functioning from a variety of sources, which often impacts loved ones. I treat relationship discord, depression, anxiety,
child
maladjustment and other stressors. I welcome those who, in the midst of their challenges, reasonably recognize that change must be pursued.

Dr. Shanny Shmuel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with
children
, teens, and adults on a wide variety of issues.
I am passionate about collaborating with you to provide evidence-based treatment that meets your needs. I use a cognitive behavioral approach (CBT) with a systemic lens to always consider the context in which a person lives. I believe that individuals are shaped by their experiences, as well as their interactions with the significant people and systems in their lives, and we have to take that context into account when addressing your problems to create the change you want to see. I work with my clients to identify what's getting in the way of living the life you want and help you learn strategies to overcome those challenges.

Arcline Associates Counsel Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Smile! Our specialties include GeriCare© (older adults with complicated grief/loss); chronic illness/pain; depression; relationships; coping; acceptance; D&A. Conflict Resolution: Adolescent behavioral & school conflict; bicultural, acculturation, assimilation, ethnicity socialization conflict; identity & intergenerational conflict. Stress/Anger Mgmt. Occupational Stress: Welcome Law Enforcement, First Responders, Hospital & Crisis Workers; Aviation Personnel. Parent
Child
Interaction. Marriage Family Couples Counseling. Emphasis on Family Systems, Relational, Interpersonal, Ecological Theory. Trauma Informed, DBT/CBT. PA Medicare & CHIP Welcome!

Sophie Foster Fink
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides individual, and family therapy to
children
, adolescents, and adults in the greater Philadelphia area. I see therapy as a collaborative effort focused on helping you find balance, insight, and ease both inside and out. Whether you are facing relationship issues, stressful life circumstances, or processing the aftermath of upsetting experiences, I hope to provide a space that is both judgment free and healing.

Barry Zakireh
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Services are available for males, females;
children
, adolescents, and adults referred by individuals, attorneys, Federal, State, and local criminal justice and social service agencies.
My client and service focus is on individuals or entities seeking treatment, psychological evaluations, risk assessment, expert witness representation, and related services for sexual misconduct, sexual abuse, sexual victimization, or trauma. Other areas of specialty include assessment of violence; standards of professional practice; program development; supervision and training of forensic practitioners; treatment or supervision of professionals and clergy with sexual misconduct; pretrial defendants; juveniles delinquency and sexual offending; and supervision or training of clinical personnel involved in various relevant psychological, civil, or criminal justice interventions. Also, I have extensive training in treatment of general psychological conditions as well as providing psychological and psycho-educational evaluations.

Dr E. Devers, Philly Family Life Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DMin, AAMFT, BCCC, ACSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Dr Gene Devers has a particular expertise in helping people: * Improve communication, problem solving, & conflict resolution * Navigate stressful life transitions * Repair troubled relationships *Incorporate spiritual & faith beliefs with problem solving actions * Address
child
& adolescent behavioral or school conflicts * Successfully deal with concerns & changes around addiction recovery * Manage single parenting & step-family challenges * Enhance bariatric surgery.
I focus upon all things relational. We all occasionally find ourselves facing a transition/change, problem, concern, or conflict that we are unable to resolve; despite our determined attempts. I maintain that what we get "stuck-in" is living life and relational; no matter with whom or to what we are relating. If you desire, and are ready to learn how to get "un-stuck", I am prepared to help you create positive lasting changes in your life. I promise to provide you respectful, culturally sensitive, person centered, and solution focused counseling care. I look forward to hearing from you.
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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.