Therapists for Toddlers in Lubbock County, TX
Does your child have big feelings about little things? Maybe they are melting down, hitting, refusing to listen, or shutting down completely. Sometimes it feels like nothing is working, and you are left feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or frustrated. What if you could reduce the chaos, feel more confident as a caregiver, and reconnect with your child? What if your child could feel calmer, more secure, and better able to manage their emotions while building on the strengths they already have?
Does your child have big feelings about little things? Maybe they are melting down, hitting, refusing to listen, or shutting down completely. Sometimes it feels like nothing is working, and you are left feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or frustrated. What if you could reduce the chaos, feel more confident as a caregiver, and reconnect with your child? What if your child could feel calmer, more secure, and better able to manage their emotions while building on the strengths they already have?
Sometimes life brings challenges that feel too heavy to face alone. Whether it’s navigating a painful loss, parenting struggles, relationship stress, or past trauma, reaching out for help can be the first step toward healing. My role is to walk beside you, listening deeply, offering guidance, and helping you rediscover your own strength and wisdom. You are the expert on your life, and together, we’ll work to restore your sense of hope and trust in that truth.
Sometimes life brings challenges that feel too heavy to face alone. Whether it’s navigating a painful loss, parenting struggles, relationship stress, or past trauma, reaching out for help can be the first step toward healing. My role is to walk beside you, listening deeply, offering guidance, and helping you rediscover your own strength and wisdom. You are the expert on your life, and together, we’ll work to restore your sense of hope and trust in that truth.
I have worked with individuals and couples for over 35 years. Some of the problems I have helped clients to solve are: communication, infidelity, trouble with relatives, "falling out of love," selecting a mate, lack of commitment, parenting, pornography, verbal abuse, and blended families. I help individuals and couples to increase intimacy, build trust, and improve satisfaction with their relationships. I also see clients for mental health issues, such as: bipolar, anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD (child & adult), and OCD. I describe myself as a Christian Counselor. PersonalIy, I seek to live a biblical lifestyle through faith in Jesus Christ.
I have worked with individuals and couples for over 35 years. Some of the problems I have helped clients to solve are: communication, infidelity, trouble with relatives, "falling out of love," selecting a mate, lack of commitment, parenting, pornography, verbal abuse, and blended families. I help individuals and couples to increase intimacy, build trust, and improve satisfaction with their relationships. I also see clients for mental health issues, such as: bipolar, anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD (child & adult), and OCD. I describe myself as a Christian Counselor. PersonalIy, I seek to live a biblical lifestyle through faith in Jesus Christ.
LoveFire Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
4 Endorsed
Lubbock, TX 79423
I enjoy coaching business owners, and then playing in the sand with toddlers.
Hey there! I’m Zanessa! I am a seasoned clinician since 2016 and am licensed in NM and TX! I serve all ages and specialize in providing solution-focused, client-centered counseling and consulting services. I use EMDR, TF-CBT, ACT, Sand tray, and expressive arts. I also have experience working in the AirForce as a FATM and have supervised LMSWs in both states! For couples- I have trained in Gottman and discernment counseling and love seeing couples! I even created a 6 week Marriage restoration program if you’re interested! For children - I use play therapies and sand tray and am trained in sexual abuse and behavioral issues.
I enjoy coaching business owners, and then playing in the sand with toddlers.
Hey there! I’m Zanessa! I am a seasoned clinician since 2016 and am licensed in NM and TX! I serve all ages and specialize in providing solution-focused, client-centered counseling and consulting services. I use EMDR, TF-CBT, ACT, Sand tray, and expressive arts. I also have experience working in the AirForce as a FATM and have supervised LMSWs in both states! For couples- I have trained in Gottman and discernment counseling and love seeing couples! I even created a 6 week Marriage restoration program if you’re interested! For children - I use play therapies and sand tray and am trained in sexual abuse and behavioral issues.
I believe you can be strong AND have a therapist. Therapy can be helpful in overcoming past challenges and advancing your personal goals. I am a good fit if you are ready to begin your journey toward becoming more confident and future-oriented. Life stressors, trauma, negative thoughts, and relationship stress can make life feel challenging. But, your life can improve. I believe you are not defined or limited by your circumstances. I want you to feel empowered and motivated to become the best version of yourself.
I believe you can be strong AND have a therapist. Therapy can be helpful in overcoming past challenges and advancing your personal goals. I am a good fit if you are ready to begin your journey toward becoming more confident and future-oriented. Life stressors, trauma, negative thoughts, and relationship stress can make life feel challenging. But, your life can improve. I believe you are not defined or limited by your circumstances. I want you to feel empowered and motivated to become the best version of yourself.
Hey y’all! I’m glad you’re here.
If parenting feels harder than it should… or your child is struggling and you’re not sure what to do next… you’re in the right place.
I work with kids, teens, and parents to understand what’s really going on beneath behavior, especially when big emotions, anxiety, or disconnection take over.
I’m a bit of a neurobiology nerd, so we’ll look at how the brain and nervous system are driving the patterns you’re seeing. When that starts to make sense, things begin to shift in a way that actually lasts.
Hey y’all! I’m glad you’re here.
If parenting feels harder than it should… or your child is struggling and you’re not sure what to do next… you’re in the right place.
I work with kids, teens, and parents to understand what’s really going on beneath behavior, especially when big emotions, anxiety, or disconnection take over.
I’m a bit of a neurobiology nerd, so we’ll look at how the brain and nervous system are driving the patterns you’re seeing. When that starts to make sense, things begin to shift in a way that actually lasts.
Do you struggle with anxiety, trauma/PTSD symptoms, or relationship issues that keep you from enjoying life? Do you feel hopeless, exhausted, overwhelmed or disconnected by just going through the motions every day? Now more than ever people are struggling to overcome trauma. This is affecting their happiness, family, and friends. Not addressing these difficulties can lead to missing out on the joy that life has to offer.
Do you struggle with anxiety, trauma/PTSD symptoms, or relationship issues that keep you from enjoying life? Do you feel hopeless, exhausted, overwhelmed or disconnected by just going through the motions every day? Now more than ever people are struggling to overcome trauma. This is affecting their happiness, family, and friends. Not addressing these difficulties can lead to missing out on the joy that life has to offer.
Do you have a child who needs help navigating through life? Do you have a child with ADHD or autism? Do you need guidance navigating through parenthood?
Are you an adult who struggles with anxiety, depression, or stress? Are you an individual or couple who needs help with navigating the problems in a relationship? I can help you with communication skills and trust building. I can help you find connection and strengthen your relationship. I am here to help you, your child, or your relationship. I can help you gain the coping skills you need to find a solution to the difficulties life brings.
Do you have a child who needs help navigating through life? Do you have a child with ADHD or autism? Do you need guidance navigating through parenthood?
Are you an adult who struggles with anxiety, depression, or stress? Are you an individual or couple who needs help with navigating the problems in a relationship? I can help you with communication skills and trust building. I can help you find connection and strengthen your relationship. I am here to help you, your child, or your relationship. I can help you gain the coping skills you need to find a solution to the difficulties life brings.
Now accepting LPC-Associates for supervision
I work with children, adolescents, and adults who may be experiencing things that are difficult to cope with. My goal is to help people identify and talk about their feelings, work through problems, and learn new ways to cope. I often use various techniques, and I try to match my style of therapy to my client’s personality. Therapy is not always easy, so it is my goal to form a trusting relationship with my client by building on their interests and skills during our sessions.
Now accepting LPC-Associates for supervision
I work with children, adolescents, and adults who may be experiencing things that are difficult to cope with. My goal is to help people identify and talk about their feelings, work through problems, and learn new ways to cope. I often use various techniques, and I try to match my style of therapy to my client’s personality. Therapy is not always easy, so it is my goal to form a trusting relationship with my client by building on their interests and skills during our sessions.
Rachel Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC
1 Endorsed
Lubbock, TX 79423
Waitlist for new clients
The purpose of Christian Counseling is to create a safe, compassionate, authentic and caring environment where the clinician acts as a guide in helping the clients to make empowered decisions about their individual and professional lives. I strive to assist individuals in recognizing the strengths they already have and find creative ways to utilize these gifts in overcoming currents issues that prevent them from feeling fully empowered. I hope to allow an individual to grow personally to provide support and guidance in the client journey.
The purpose of Christian Counseling is to create a safe, compassionate, authentic and caring environment where the clinician acts as a guide in helping the clients to make empowered decisions about their individual and professional lives. I strive to assist individuals in recognizing the strengths they already have and find creative ways to utilize these gifts in overcoming currents issues that prevent them from feeling fully empowered. I hope to allow an individual to grow personally to provide support and guidance in the client journey.
Current daytime and evening availability! Phoenix Arise, owned by Dr. Nicole Black, PhD, LPC-S, LCDC, offers counseling for children, adults, and couples. Our therapist are highly trained to support you using trusted modalities like EMDR, CBT, DBT, solution focused therapy, talk therapy, and more. We tailor your treatment to you and provide a trauma informed approach. We provide flexible scheduling options and a free 15 minute consult to understand your needs and ensure a great match with a therapist.
Current daytime and evening availability! Phoenix Arise, owned by Dr. Nicole Black, PhD, LPC-S, LCDC, offers counseling for children, adults, and couples. Our therapist are highly trained to support you using trusted modalities like EMDR, CBT, DBT, solution focused therapy, talk therapy, and more. We tailor your treatment to you and provide a trauma informed approach. We provide flexible scheduling options and a free 15 minute consult to understand your needs and ensure a great match with a therapist.
Sometimes our lives can feel like an untamed wilderness, we get lost in uncharted territories of anxiety, depression, conflict or feeling “stuck” with our partner, feelings of low self-worth, trauma, and so many others. As your therapist, I am committed to braving that wilderness with you as we explore new pathways together to discover your best life possible! Making the decision to try therapy and reaching out to a total stranger to share your most vulnerable self can be very intimidating and scary; I commend your bravery in getting this far. You have the first step towards inner peace and freedom!
Sometimes our lives can feel like an untamed wilderness, we get lost in uncharted territories of anxiety, depression, conflict or feeling “stuck” with our partner, feelings of low self-worth, trauma, and so many others. As your therapist, I am committed to braving that wilderness with you as we explore new pathways together to discover your best life possible! Making the decision to try therapy and reaching out to a total stranger to share your most vulnerable self can be very intimidating and scary; I commend your bravery in getting this far. You have the first step towards inner peace and freedom!
Robert Brown Fortney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MDiv, LPC
3 Endorsed
Lubbock, TX 79410
Waitlist for new clients
After twenty years of practice, I continue to find that people are best served by a counselor who is emotionally and psychologically available to them in a time of need. I have enjoyed strong effectiveness working with depression, relationship conflict, grief, and anger management. I work with couples, older adults, teens, and children. These experiences have inspired me to incorporate multiple approaches that fit the personalities, interests and needs that people bring to my practice.
After twenty years of practice, I continue to find that people are best served by a counselor who is emotionally and psychologically available to them in a time of need. I have enjoyed strong effectiveness working with depression, relationship conflict, grief, and anger management. I work with couples, older adults, teens, and children. These experiences have inspired me to incorporate multiple approaches that fit the personalities, interests and needs that people bring to my practice.
I am passionate about guiding my clients into finding their God given identity and purpose that is often hiding under mental health challenges. This can be accomplished by using different tools and activities in therapy and outside of therapy. I work specifically with children, teens, young adults, college students, and moms.
I am passionate about guiding my clients into finding their God given identity and purpose that is often hiding under mental health challenges. This can be accomplished by using different tools and activities in therapy and outside of therapy. I work specifically with children, teens, young adults, college students, and moms.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist. I have a masters degree in counselor education. I have over 15 years experience working with traumatized children and their families. My passion is working with children and adults to help them learn positive coping skills, manage emotions and have healing. I will provide a safe, nonjudgmental and confidential environment while meeting you where you are emotionally and mentally.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist. I have a masters degree in counselor education. I have over 15 years experience working with traumatized children and their families. My passion is working with children and adults to help them learn positive coping skills, manage emotions and have healing. I will provide a safe, nonjudgmental and confidential environment while meeting you where you are emotionally and mentally.
I work with children, teens, adults, and families who are ready for change. Many of my clients come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or out of options for how to handle their current challenges. If that sounds familiar, know that you don’t have to face it alone. Together, we’ll uncover what’s keeping you stuck and create a new path forward—one that leads to hope, healing, growth and even joy!
I work with children, teens, adults, and families who are ready for change. Many of my clients come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or out of options for how to handle their current challenges. If that sounds familiar, know that you don’t have to face it alone. Together, we’ll uncover what’s keeping you stuck and create a new path forward—one that leads to hope, healing, growth and even joy!
I believe that through counseling we can find value in ourselves, our adverse experiences, our mistakes, and even in the thoughts and feelings that can be difficult to share. We all reach a point in our life where we need change. I believe that in finding the value in all things and through self-discovery, we can promote change and begin to step into the life we wish to live.
I believe that through counseling we can find value in ourselves, our adverse experiences, our mistakes, and even in the thoughts and feelings that can be difficult to share. We all reach a point in our life where we need change. I believe that in finding the value in all things and through self-discovery, we can promote change and begin to step into the life we wish to live.
My primary focus is in working with young children - (RPT - registered play therapist). I also offer adult individual, pre marriage (SYMBIS certified), marriage, couples, Biblical (AACC certified) and family counseling. I believe that every human being was created to thrive and fulfill specific purposes throughout his or her lifetime. These can be achieved through developing natural strengths and influencing others as a result of a growth mindset.
My primary focus is in working with young children - (RPT - registered play therapist). I also offer adult individual, pre marriage (SYMBIS certified), marriage, couples, Biblical (AACC certified) and family counseling. I believe that every human being was created to thrive and fulfill specific purposes throughout his or her lifetime. These can be achieved through developing natural strengths and influencing others as a result of a growth mindset.
I believe that counseling is first and foremost a relationship. As any good relationship is based on trust, so effective counseling is also based on trust. Trust develops when people feel accepted and supported no matter what their circumstances, and when they know the other has their best interests at heart. Honest communication is essential to the therapeutic relationship. For clients this means not withholding information that is difficult to discuss. For the counselor, this means giving honest feedback.
I believe that counseling is first and foremost a relationship. As any good relationship is based on trust, so effective counseling is also based on trust. Trust develops when people feel accepted and supported no matter what their circumstances, and when they know the other has their best interests at heart. Honest communication is essential to the therapeutic relationship. For clients this means not withholding information that is difficult to discuss. For the counselor, this means giving honest feedback.
Is your child struggling in School? Are they getting in trouble a lot, do they struggle with their grades, or have they experienced a scary or traumatic event? Do you feel hopeless, exhausted, overwhelmed or disconnected and are not sure how to help? Have you tried counseling before, but it didn't help? Its so hard to see our children struggle and not know what to do. This can keep them from being happy, having fun, making friends, and doing well in school.
Is your child struggling in School? Are they getting in trouble a lot, do they struggle with their grades, or have they experienced a scary or traumatic event? Do you feel hopeless, exhausted, overwhelmed or disconnected and are not sure how to help? Have you tried counseling before, but it didn't help? Its so hard to see our children struggle and not know what to do. This can keep them from being happy, having fun, making friends, and doing well in school.
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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.