Child Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA

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Barbara M. Madaus
Psychologist, MEd, Lic Psy
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
I have specialized in evaluating, testing, and treating children, adolescents and young adults with behavior problems, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Anxiety and Depression for 30 years in community mental health, in-home and private practice settings.
I enjoy working with kids and families and offer resources/ treatment for parents to set better limits for kids. I hope to help kids, and adult clients, reach their full potential with practical solutions. I try to have contact with schools as needed to help kids succeed in the classroom.
I have specialized in evaluating, testing, and treating children, adolescents and young adults with behavior problems, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Anxiety and Depression for 30 years in community mental health, in-home and private practice settings.
I enjoy working with kids and families and offer resources/ treatment for parents to set better limits for kids. I hope to help kids, and adult clients, reach their full potential with practical solutions. I try to have contact with schools as needed to help kids succeed in the classroom.
(412) 228-5742 x2 View (412) 228-5742 x2
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Monica Waitkus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
I also offer Parent- Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for children (2-12) exhibiting problematic behaviors.
I believe everyone can make positive changes in their life and therapy is a safe, supportive experience to help navigate through the change process. I provide treatment that is tailored to your needs and is focused on promoting your unique strengths while also addressing any barriers to progress. Whether dealing with a major life crisis or just wanting to improve the overall quality of your life or relationships, my focus is on helping you find the skills and strength to make meaningful change. Emphasizing individual goals and personal autonomy, I create a therapeutic environment that is positive, open-minded and non-judgmental.
I also offer Parent- Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for children (2-12) exhibiting problematic behaviors.
I believe everyone can make positive changes in their life and therapy is a safe, supportive experience to help navigate through the change process. I provide treatment that is tailored to your needs and is focused on promoting your unique strengths while also addressing any barriers to progress. Whether dealing with a major life crisis or just wanting to improve the overall quality of your life or relationships, my focus is on helping you find the skills and strength to make meaningful change. Emphasizing individual goals and personal autonomy, I create a therapeutic environment that is positive, open-minded and non-judgmental.
(412) 528-6365 View (412) 528-6365
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Christina M Lopez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
With children and adolescents I use play therapy and encourage creativity as an outlet for feelings.
"Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be." -Abraham Lincoln
With children and adolescents I use play therapy and encourage creativity as an outlet for feelings.
"Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be." -Abraham Lincoln
(412) 530-5528 View (412) 530-5528
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Caryn Doege
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MDiv
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
I imagine you may have landed on this page if your search included “ child therapist” or “couples therapist” or “family therapist
My practice is rooted in Family Systems. We will consider how relationships have been and are formative in your life - from the relationship you have with yourself, to family and friends, significant others and the greater culture, context and systems around you.
I imagine you may have landed on this page if your search included “ child therapist” or “couples therapist” or “family therapist
My practice is rooted in Family Systems. We will consider how relationships have been and are formative in your life - from the relationship you have with yourself, to family and friends, significant others and the greater culture, context and systems around you.
(412) 896-7465 View (412) 896-7465
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Dr. Yisroel (Jonathan) King
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
He has had extensive training in providing child and adolescent individual therapy, structural family therapy, and school and home-based interventions.
When working with children, adolescents, and families, Yisroel utilizes psychodynamic, CBT, play, and art therapy techniques, as well as EMDR and family systems strategies to support clients in actualizing their goals in treatment. He also has broad experience in administering and interpreting psychological assessments of children and adolescents.
He has had extensive training in providing child and adolescent individual therapy, structural family therapy, and school and home-based interventions.
When working with children, adolescents, and families, Yisroel utilizes psychodynamic, CBT, play, and art therapy techniques, as well as EMDR and family systems strategies to support clients in actualizing their goals in treatment. He also has broad experience in administering and interpreting psychological assessments of children and adolescents.
(724) 573-3647 View (724) 573-3647
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Libreta Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15211
Waitlist for new clients
For over 15 years, I’ve specialized in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety-related conditions across the lifespan — including children, teens, and adults.
My approach is rooted in evidence-based methods and tailored to each individual’s needs. I use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-Based CBT (I-CBT), Metacognitive Therapy (MCT), and other approaches to help clients build lasting change and reduce compulsions over time.
For over 15 years, I’ve specialized in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety-related conditions across the lifespan — including children, teens, and adults.
My approach is rooted in evidence-based methods and tailored to each individual’s needs. I use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-Based CBT (I-CBT), Metacognitive Therapy (MCT), and other approaches to help clients build lasting change and reduce compulsions over time.
(412) 360-8621 View (412) 360-8621
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Annie Preis
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Often, someone may express a concern about a child, a relationship, or work issues.
I try to address the issues that a client presents so that psychotherapy enriches and enhances their life. I work with children, adults, couples using a variety of approaches, including psycho-dynamic psychotherapy, play therapy, EMDR and CBT as needed to address individual concerns, hopes, dreams, and goals.
Often, someone may express a concern about a child, a relationship, or work issues.
I try to address the issues that a client presents so that psychotherapy enriches and enhances their life. I work with children, adults, couples using a variety of approaches, including psycho-dynamic psychotherapy, play therapy, EMDR and CBT as needed to address individual concerns, hopes, dreams, and goals.
(412) 368-5710 x1 View (412) 368-5710 x1
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Jessica Speer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15241
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who graduated with a Master’s degree in Social Work from Slippery Rock University with a certification in Children Youth and Families from the University of Pittsburgh.
“If you change your mindset, you have the ability to change your whole world.” The mind is a powerful tool that impacts our daily lives in how we think and feel; if only changing our mindset was an easy process. It is my hope to provide a safe space to explore how your thoughts, feelings and overall health are impacting your ability to reach your goals and reach your true potential. As a therapist, I use a person centered, solution focused approach that leans on CBT techniques to help individuals reach their goals and access their inner power by challenging negative thinking patterns.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who graduated with a Master’s degree in Social Work from Slippery Rock University with a certification in Children Youth and Families from the University of Pittsburgh.
“If you change your mindset, you have the ability to change your whole world.” The mind is a powerful tool that impacts our daily lives in how we think and feel; if only changing our mindset was an easy process. It is my hope to provide a safe space to explore how your thoughts, feelings and overall health are impacting your ability to reach your goals and reach your true potential. As a therapist, I use a person centered, solution focused approach that leans on CBT techniques to help individuals reach their goals and access their inner power by challenging negative thinking patterns.
(412) 284-5373 View (412) 284-5373
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Lauryn Kalka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a wide background in working with children, teens, young adults, and families.
I provide a comprehensive approach to treatment and utilize a variety of modalities based on a clients specific needs. When working to engage young children I utilize art, play, and music therapy techniques in session. I utilize many techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Motivational Interviewing in session to develop goals.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a wide background in working with children, teens, young adults, and families.
I provide a comprehensive approach to treatment and utilize a variety of modalities based on a clients specific needs. When working to engage young children I utilize art, play, and music therapy techniques in session. I utilize many techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Motivational Interviewing in session to develop goals.
(412) 612-2355 View (412) 612-2355
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Dr. Daniel Saul
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
He specializes in treating child/adolescent, and adult areas of concern including trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and behavioral difficulties.
When working with children, teens, adults, and families, Dr. Saul approaches treatment and assessment through a whole family lens and utilizes therapies such as EMDR, TF-CBT, CBT, DBT, play and expressive arts, and PCIT in supporting families as they actualize their goals.
He specializes in treating child/adolescent, and adult areas of concern including trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and behavioral difficulties.
When working with children, teens, adults, and families, Dr. Saul approaches treatment and assessment through a whole family lens and utilizes therapies such as EMDR, TF-CBT, CBT, DBT, play and expressive arts, and PCIT in supporting families as they actualize their goals.
(412) 912-2024 View (412) 912-2024
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Erika L Gilmore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, NCC
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
She has treated a range of clients such as toddlers, school-age children, teenagers, children in foster care, adoptees, college-age students, and adults in counseling settings.
While working with young children, Erika uses a child-centered approach with Trauma Focused Play Therapy. This method allows children who do not have the vocabulary to share through words to process their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in an age-appropriate way- such as through play and art. These skills cross over in working with adult clients as well
She has treated a range of clients such as toddlers, school-age children, teenagers, children in foster care, adoptees, college-age students, and adults in counseling settings.
While working with young children, Erika uses a child-centered approach with Trauma Focused Play Therapy. This method allows children who do not have the vocabulary to share through words to process their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in an age-appropriate way- such as through play and art. These skills cross over in working with adult clients as well
(412) 346-8228 View (412) 346-8228
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David Aaron Morris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
I specialize in child trauma treatment, anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, and couple's therapy.
I use 14+ years of experience to connect with your struggle, build a foundation of skills, then help you make the changes that will be sustainable. My time as a husband, father, college soccer coach, and brief drifter (LOL) allows me to empathize with many situations, difficulties and strengths.
I specialize in child trauma treatment, anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, and couple's therapy.
I use 14+ years of experience to connect with your struggle, build a foundation of skills, then help you make the changes that will be sustainable. My time as a husband, father, college soccer coach, and brief drifter (LOL) allows me to empathize with many situations, difficulties and strengths.
(412) 960-6408 x105 View (412) 960-6408 x105
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Melissa Smiley Jacobson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
For parents of children struggling with anxiety & OCD, I offer SPACE, a proven, parent-based approach developed by Dr.
If you’re looking for a therapist, you're ready for something in your life to change. Are you tired of trying to figure things out on your own? Are you struggling with your important relationships? Do the people you usually turn to for guidance no longer seem to know how to help? Whatever brought you to this point, your regular ways of making yourself feel better are no longer enough to restore your peace of mind. You don’t need to deal with all of that alone.
For parents of children struggling with anxiety & OCD, I offer SPACE, a proven, parent-based approach developed by Dr.
If you’re looking for a therapist, you're ready for something in your life to change. Are you tired of trying to figure things out on your own? Are you struggling with your important relationships? Do the people you usually turn to for guidance no longer seem to know how to help? Whatever brought you to this point, your regular ways of making yourself feel better are no longer enough to restore your peace of mind. You don’t need to deal with all of that alone.
(878) 203-1823 View (878) 203-1823
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Ashlie Mohney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, LBS
4 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
I have 14 years of experience providing assistance to adults, adolescents, children, and families who are struggling with a wide array of issues.
Are you here because you know you need a little extra help to move forward, to get things back on track again, and stop feeling stuck? That's what I am here for, to support and guide you on your journey during our scheduled sessions. I am not a therapist that sits quietly and nods. I promise to provide feedback and valuable skills each session.
I have 14 years of experience providing assistance to adults, adolescents, children, and families who are struggling with a wide array of issues.
Are you here because you know you need a little extra help to move forward, to get things back on track again, and stop feeling stuck? That's what I am here for, to support and guide you on your journey during our scheduled sessions. I am not a therapist that sits quietly and nods. I promise to provide feedback and valuable skills each session.
(412) 891-8696 View (412) 891-8696
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Sheila Milnes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSc, MA, NPC, LPC
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
These are tough times for children and the parents who love them.
My blend of evidence-based and cutting-edge treatment equips children and their parents with the strategies they need to overcome hurdles, relieve symptoms, increase confidence, and restore balance. My approach goes beyond traditional child therapy to help your child to realize their full potential for emotional wellness, personal and academic success.
These are tough times for children and the parents who love them.
My blend of evidence-based and cutting-edge treatment equips children and their parents with the strategies they need to overcome hurdles, relieve symptoms, increase confidence, and restore balance. My approach goes beyond traditional child therapy to help your child to realize their full potential for emotional wellness, personal and academic success.
(412) 838-4889 View (412) 838-4889
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Kaitlyn Barbarow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Pittsburgh, PA 15226
I have been trained in TF-CBT to address child trauma.
Life can be exhausting, and sometimes it might feel like you just can’t manage everything. From school and work to relationships with friends and family, there is always a lot to juggle, and stress can build up quickly! When you’re overwhelmed because of a transition period or a traumatic event, your behavior, mood, and relationships are all impacted, and it can feel like you're spiraling or that things will never get better.
I have been trained in TF-CBT to address child trauma.
Life can be exhausting, and sometimes it might feel like you just can’t manage everything. From school and work to relationships with friends and family, there is always a lot to juggle, and stress can build up quickly! When you’re overwhelmed because of a transition period or a traumatic event, your behavior, mood, and relationships are all impacted, and it can feel like you're spiraling or that things will never get better.
(412) 538-6873 View (412) 538-6873
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Callie J Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Callie has extensive experience in various therapies for children and adults with special needs, including autistic spectrum disorder, and intellectual disabilities.
Prior to co-founding the CHARTE Center, Callie worked at Allegheny Neuropsychiatric Institute, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic and served as the Parent Educator for a grant-funded project at The Child Development unit at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
Callie has extensive experience in various therapies for children and adults with special needs, including autistic spectrum disorder, and intellectual disabilities.
Prior to co-founding the CHARTE Center, Callie worked at Allegheny Neuropsychiatric Institute, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic and served as the Parent Educator for a grant-funded project at The Child Development unit at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
(878) 201-6960 View (878) 201-6960
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Melissa Noll-Carter
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
My time in Special Education led me to my passion of working with children, adolescents, and their family's.
**Teletherapy secure video sessions available** Finding a therapist can be challenging. It may feel overwhelming to take the initial steps to begin counseling and search for someone who is the right fit for your unique personality. I emphasize the importance of a positive therapeutic relationship where collaboration assists you in getting you to where you want to be. Many people have asked me how I can do such a difficult job. I see my “job” as a gift. It is truly special when people allow me to be apart of their lives and can be vulnerable with me as we walk together in the healing process, whatever that may look like for them.
My time in Special Education led me to my passion of working with children, adolescents, and their family's.
**Teletherapy secure video sessions available** Finding a therapist can be challenging. It may feel overwhelming to take the initial steps to begin counseling and search for someone who is the right fit for your unique personality. I emphasize the importance of a positive therapeutic relationship where collaboration assists you in getting you to where you want to be. Many people have asked me how I can do such a difficult job. I see my “job” as a gift. It is truly special when people allow me to be apart of their lives and can be vulnerable with me as we walk together in the healing process, whatever that may look like for them.
(412) 545-6351 View (412) 545-6351
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Julie Marie Provident-Schindhelm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
Are you having difficulty supporting your child through their own issues?
My areas of specialty embrace the treatment modalities of Internal Family Systems, CBT with children and adults who want to address their anxiety, the Gottman principles of couples counseling for issues involving your relationship and Dialectical Behavior Therapy with adolescents and adults who seek to improve their stress tolerance skills.
Are you having difficulty supporting your child through their own issues?
My areas of specialty embrace the treatment modalities of Internal Family Systems, CBT with children and adults who want to address their anxiety, the Gottman principles of couples counseling for issues involving your relationship and Dialectical Behavior Therapy with adolescents and adults who seek to improve their stress tolerance skills.
(412) 923-4498 View (412) 923-4498
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Janaya Carlisle
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC, LAPC
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15241
I am dedicated to helping you overcome obstacles that hinder your ability to be the confident, nurturing caregiver your child needs.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor at Ellie Mental Health, dedicated to providing compassionate trauma-informed therapy to individuals of all ages. My holistic approach considers each client’s emotional and behavioral concerns in the broader context of their life experiences. I specialize in helping individuals with trauma histories, emotional regulation issues, anxiety, and interpersonal challenges. Using evidence-based therapies, I guide clients in developing practical skills to navigate their lives with confidence and resilience.
I am dedicated to helping you overcome obstacles that hinder your ability to be the confident, nurturing caregiver your child needs.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor at Ellie Mental Health, dedicated to providing compassionate trauma-informed therapy to individuals of all ages. My holistic approach considers each client’s emotional and behavioral concerns in the broader context of their life experiences. I specialize in helping individuals with trauma histories, emotional regulation issues, anxiety, and interpersonal challenges. Using evidence-based therapies, I guide clients in developing practical skills to navigate their lives with confidence and resilience.
(412) 991-2988 View (412) 991-2988

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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Pittsburgh, PA provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.

Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.

The best child therapists in Pittsburgh build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.