Child Therapists in McKinney, TX
Deborah Netz, LPC- I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 25 years of experience working with children and adolescents.
I have worked in close proximity with educators in the school system, and can help you assist your child in navigating their mental health within that system. My Client-Centered approach utilizes art therapy and sand-tray techniques, which quickly helps your child get engaged in the therapeutic process.
Deborah Netz, LPC- I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 25 years of experience working with children and adolescents.
I have worked in close proximity with educators in the school system, and can help you assist your child in navigating their mental health within that system. My Client-Centered approach utilizes art therapy and sand-tray techniques, which quickly helps your child get engaged in the therapeutic process.
I specialize in treating children, teens, couples, and families struggling with a variety of issues including self harming behaviors, sex addiction, grief and loss, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and neurological/develipmental disorders such as ADHD, autism, and tourettes.
Often times life throws a curveball our way and catches us unprepared for the path that now lies in front of us. Wherher its a significant loss, a major life adjustment, illness, anxiety, or relationship struggles, we all need help from time to time. As a licensed Christian psychologist, I value walking lifes most challenging paths alongside you and helping tou find solutions to your current situation. You don't have to grieve alone. You don't have to figure your next step out by your self. Help is available today for those who want healing from painful heart wounds
I specialize in treating children, teens, couples, and families struggling with a variety of issues including self harming behaviors, sex addiction, grief and loss, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and neurological/develipmental disorders such as ADHD, autism, and tourettes.
Often times life throws a curveball our way and catches us unprepared for the path that now lies in front of us. Wherher its a significant loss, a major life adjustment, illness, anxiety, or relationship struggles, we all need help from time to time. As a licensed Christian psychologist, I value walking lifes most challenging paths alongside you and helping tou find solutions to your current situation. You don't have to grieve alone. You don't have to figure your next step out by your self. Help is available today for those who want healing from painful heart wounds
Are you a concerned parent who wishes their child would open up?
I believe that individuals are more likely to reach their full potential once they have developed their sense of self confidence. I am warm, compassionate, nurturing and devoted to providing a safe, non- judgmental environment for my clients as they begin their journey of healing.
Are you a concerned parent who wishes their child would open up?
I believe that individuals are more likely to reach their full potential once they have developed their sense of self confidence. I am warm, compassionate, nurturing and devoted to providing a safe, non- judgmental environment for my clients as they begin their journey of healing.
I have over 10 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families suffering from various issues including depression, anxiety, anger, communication issues, conflict resolution, divorce, couples issues, parenting struggles, trauma including sexual abuse, and life's many transitions.
With my specific training in family therapy, my focus is on family systems. Learning how to navigate these relationships can greatly improve one's happiness. I also work closely to include parents in the process when working with children/teens while also protecting privacy of the child/teen.
I have over 10 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families suffering from various issues including depression, anxiety, anger, communication issues, conflict resolution, divorce, couples issues, parenting struggles, trauma including sexual abuse, and life's many transitions.
With my specific training in family therapy, my focus is on family systems. Learning how to navigate these relationships can greatly improve one's happiness. I also work closely to include parents in the process when working with children/teens while also protecting privacy of the child/teen.
Although I work with individuals of all ages, I specialize in work with children and adolescents.
My clients often tell me that I make them feel seen, heard, and understood. I use a dynamic, person-centered approach and I love getting to see clients of all ages experience the kind of growth and transformation for which they have come to therapy. Coming from a humanistic perspective, I tailor my approach to the needs of each person. I work with people from all walks of life and I encourage and support clients as we do the deep work together. You never need to feel alone again.
Although I work with individuals of all ages, I specialize in work with children and adolescents.
My clients often tell me that I make them feel seen, heard, and understood. I use a dynamic, person-centered approach and I love getting to see clients of all ages experience the kind of growth and transformation for which they have come to therapy. Coming from a humanistic perspective, I tailor my approach to the needs of each person. I work with people from all walks of life and I encourage and support clients as we do the deep work together. You never need to feel alone again.
HABLO ESPANOL! My story is a bit unique as to how I became a psychotherapist. I studied abroad in Costa Rica during college where I learned the Spanish language and where my love of adventure and exploration began. After moving to Los Angeles for several years, I decided to then move to New York City to pursue a career in music which is my first love. I was living in NYC and working for Sony Music on September 11, 2001 which changed my life dramatically. I decided to return to The University of Texas in Austin and obtained my Masters in Social Work in an effort to pursue a career in helping others which is my second love.
HABLO ESPANOL! My story is a bit unique as to how I became a psychotherapist. I studied abroad in Costa Rica during college where I learned the Spanish language and where my love of adventure and exploration began. After moving to Los Angeles for several years, I decided to then move to New York City to pursue a career in music which is my first love. I was living in NYC and working for Sony Music on September 11, 2001 which changed my life dramatically. I decided to return to The University of Texas in Austin and obtained my Masters in Social Work in an effort to pursue a career in helping others which is my second love.
Brighter Futures Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75071
Waitlist for new clients
Currently Completing Child Centered Play Therapy Certification.
I have a long history of working with children, adolescents, and their families. While I believe that our past does shape who we are, it does not define what our future has to be. I have worked in various settings which include foster care, residential treatment, outpatient treatment, and school based mental health. I work to create an environment where clients feel safe, comfortable, and calm which allows them to grow in the areas that they need to so that they can live their best life and have a Brighter Future.
Currently Completing Child Centered Play Therapy Certification.
I have a long history of working with children, adolescents, and their families. While I believe that our past does shape who we are, it does not define what our future has to be. I have worked in various settings which include foster care, residential treatment, outpatient treatment, and school based mental health. I work to create an environment where clients feel safe, comfortable, and calm which allows them to grow in the areas that they need to so that they can live their best life and have a Brighter Future.
I have over twenty years of diverse experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in educational settings as a Social Worker, Teacher, and Section 504 Coordinator.
I hope to help those who are navigating anxiety, depression, autism spectrum disorders, trauma, self-esteem, social anxiety, LGBTQ+, parenting, communication struggles, and work and/or school stressors. My lifelong history of coping with medical challenges drives my passion for working with individuals and family members facing health-related stressors.
I have over twenty years of diverse experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in educational settings as a Social Worker, Teacher, and Section 504 Coordinator.
I hope to help those who are navigating anxiety, depression, autism spectrum disorders, trauma, self-esteem, social anxiety, LGBTQ+, parenting, communication struggles, and work and/or school stressors. My lifelong history of coping with medical challenges drives my passion for working with individuals and family members facing health-related stressors.
I enjoy working with children as well.
I would be honored to join you on your journey towards healing, growth, and greater life satisfaction. I earned my Bachelors degree in Psychology with a minor in Political Science from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX. During my undergraduate studies, I served as a research assistant where I studied the impact of chronic pain on emotional affect.
I enjoy working with children as well.
I would be honored to join you on your journey towards healing, growth, and greater life satisfaction. I earned my Bachelors degree in Psychology with a minor in Political Science from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX. During my undergraduate studies, I served as a research assistant where I studied the impact of chronic pain on emotional affect.
I am a pediatric psychotherapist with many years of experience working with children who show that they are not functioning well at home and school with "negative" behaviors or anxiety.
As a licensed professional counselor (LPC), a Registered Play Therapist (RPT), and a graduate from The Dallas Art Therapy Institute's rigorous post-master's program, and with thousands of hours in continuing education, I have the tools to help children and their families to heal. I use play, art, and CBT therapies to bring families together in peace.
I am a pediatric psychotherapist with many years of experience working with children who show that they are not functioning well at home and school with "negative" behaviors or anxiety.
As a licensed professional counselor (LPC), a Registered Play Therapist (RPT), and a graduate from The Dallas Art Therapy Institute's rigorous post-master's program, and with thousands of hours in continuing education, I have the tools to help children and their families to heal. I use play, art, and CBT therapies to bring families together in peace.
Whether you're having a hard time adjusting, coping with anxiety or depression, or don't know what else to do with your child, counseling may help.
I believe that our past experiences shape how we think, behave, and react to new experiences. However, some of our beliefs, fears, and habits hinder us in the present and negatively affect our behaviors. I view my role as helping clients develop alternative ways of thinking in order for clients to reach their desired goals.
Whether you're having a hard time adjusting, coping with anxiety or depression, or don't know what else to do with your child, counseling may help.
I believe that our past experiences shape how we think, behave, and react to new experiences. However, some of our beliefs, fears, and habits hinder us in the present and negatively affect our behaviors. I view my role as helping clients develop alternative ways of thinking in order for clients to reach their desired goals.
She works with children (ages 4 to 17), adults, family, and group therapy.
Her therapeutic approach is trauma-informed and culturally sensitive, drawing from evidence-based modalities including DBT, CBT, and internal family systems work. Brittany is a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist, further expanding her capacity to connect with children through creative and neuroscience-informed therapeutic approaches.
She works with children (ages 4 to 17), adults, family, and group therapy.
Her therapeutic approach is trauma-informed and culturally sensitive, drawing from evidence-based modalities including DBT, CBT, and internal family systems work. Brittany is a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist, further expanding her capacity to connect with children through creative and neuroscience-informed therapeutic approaches.
Whether you're a woman grappling with trauma, PTSD, or relationship struggles, or a parent looking to support your child through play therapy, I am here to walk alongside you on your path to healing.
I am passionate about providing child-centered play therapy to support the youngest members of our community. Children often express themselves through play, and I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment where they can explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop essential coping skills.
Whether you're a woman grappling with trauma, PTSD, or relationship struggles, or a parent looking to support your child through play therapy, I am here to walk alongside you on your path to healing.
I am passionate about providing child-centered play therapy to support the youngest members of our community. Children often express themselves through play, and I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment where they can explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop essential coping skills.
I am a Master Irlen Screener and provide screenings to children, adolescents, and adults.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I specialize in supporting adults in every stage of life navigating the complexities of trauma, anxiety, and LGBTQIA+ issues. My approach is open and eclectic, weaving together techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy, rational-emotive behavioral therapy, attachment theory, psychodynamic principles, and of course, from a person-centered approach. This allows me to create a tailored and compassionate therapeutic experience. I believe in striving for progress in your therapeutic goals and always working towards relief and improvement and creating stability in current functioning before exploring trauma.
I am a Master Irlen Screener and provide screenings to children, adolescents, and adults.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I specialize in supporting adults in every stage of life navigating the complexities of trauma, anxiety, and LGBTQIA+ issues. My approach is open and eclectic, weaving together techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy, rational-emotive behavioral therapy, attachment theory, psychodynamic principles, and of course, from a person-centered approach. This allows me to create a tailored and compassionate therapeutic experience. I believe in striving for progress in your therapeutic goals and always working towards relief and improvement and creating stability in current functioning before exploring trauma.
If you are needing help individually, I have also had extensive training in addressing PTSD in children and adults, and frequently work with individuals, children, teens , and adults struggling to cope with anxiety , depression, ADHD, anger, sexual abuse, divorce, self-esteem, and more.
If you have been struggling with anxiety, feeling triggered, or generally feeling stuck in life, let's work together to develop the tools necessary to help you get on a happier and healthier life path. With my background in Marriage and Family Therapy, I have extensive experience in working with couples, families, and relationship dynamics including coparenting. I have successfully counseled many couples and have helped them improve the quality of their relationship. Conflict resolution, communication, coping skills, mindfulness, and de-escalation are all skills that I teach my clients in their journey towards health.
If you are needing help individually, I have also had extensive training in addressing PTSD in children and adults, and frequently work with individuals, children, teens , and adults struggling to cope with anxiety , depression, ADHD, anger, sexual abuse, divorce, self-esteem, and more.
If you have been struggling with anxiety, feeling triggered, or generally feeling stuck in life, let's work together to develop the tools necessary to help you get on a happier and healthier life path. With my background in Marriage and Family Therapy, I have extensive experience in working with couples, families, and relationship dynamics including coparenting. I have successfully counseled many couples and have helped them improve the quality of their relationship. Conflict resolution, communication, coping skills, mindfulness, and de-escalation are all skills that I teach my clients in their journey towards health.
Rambur works with children (ages three and up), adolescents, and adults.
Understanding that talking alone may be difficult for children, Dr. Rambur utilizes both play and expressive therapies to encourage change. She offers EMDR trauma treatment and DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy). In addition, she offers Child Parent Relationship Therapy, a model shown to reduce parental stress and improve the parent/ child relationship.
Rambur works with children (ages three and up), adolescents, and adults.
Understanding that talking alone may be difficult for children, Dr. Rambur utilizes both play and expressive therapies to encourage change. She offers EMDR trauma treatment and DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy). In addition, she offers Child Parent Relationship Therapy, a model shown to reduce parental stress and improve the parent/ child relationship.
I have also worked with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide-range of diagnoses.
Life has its ups and downs and sometimes talking with someone else can provide a new outlook and comfort. I believe that through the therapeutic relationship individuals can receive the support they need to help them through the up and down moments of life. I focus on what each individual client needs and desires to change in the therapeutic setting. I work from a primarily Cognitive-Behavioral perspective, focusing on the link between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors as it pertains to current symptoms and behavioral presentation. Therapy is a personal and individual journey, but I believe the journey does not have to occur alone.
I have also worked with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide-range of diagnoses.
Life has its ups and downs and sometimes talking with someone else can provide a new outlook and comfort. I believe that through the therapeutic relationship individuals can receive the support they need to help them through the up and down moments of life. I focus on what each individual client needs and desires to change in the therapeutic setting. I work from a primarily Cognitive-Behavioral perspective, focusing on the link between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors as it pertains to current symptoms and behavioral presentation. Therapy is a personal and individual journey, but I believe the journey does not have to occur alone.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Professional School Counselor with over 20 years of combined experience working with young children, adolescents, and young adults.
I use a Person-Centered approach and commonly include principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Expressive Arts, and Solution Focused techniques in order to meet my client’s needs throughout the therapeutic process. The primary goal is to foster a safe and non judgmental space in which one can thrive and become the best version of themselves
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Professional School Counselor with over 20 years of combined experience working with young children, adolescents, and young adults.
I use a Person-Centered approach and commonly include principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Expressive Arts, and Solution Focused techniques in order to meet my client’s needs throughout the therapeutic process. The primary goal is to foster a safe and non judgmental space in which one can thrive and become the best version of themselves
My specialization lies in working with children and adolescents, particularly those aged 3-10.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for supporting individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, anger issues, low self-esteem, and school/job transitions. I believe in the power of relationships and collaborate closely with my clients to facilitate their growth. While I primarily draw from an Adlerian therapy approach, I incorporate techniques from person-centered and cognitive behavioral therapies to meet each client's unique needs. The counseling process can be challenging, but I am dedicated to meeting clients where they are and walking with them on their journey toward healing.
My specialization lies in working with children and adolescents, particularly those aged 3-10.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for supporting individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, anger issues, low self-esteem, and school/job transitions. I believe in the power of relationships and collaborate closely with my clients to facilitate their growth. While I primarily draw from an Adlerian therapy approach, I incorporate techniques from person-centered and cognitive behavioral therapies to meet each client's unique needs. The counseling process can be challenging, but I am dedicated to meeting clients where they are and walking with them on their journey toward healing.
You or your child may be navigating emotional regulation challenges, neurodivergence, or feeling misunderstood in school, relationships, or daily life.
I offer skills-based therapy for children and young adults, with experience supporting neurodivergence, emotional regulation, anxiety, and LGBTQ+ concerns. My approach draws from DBT, play therapy, and ERP to help clients build coping skills, confidence, and day-to-day functioning in a practical, structured way.
You or your child may be navigating emotional regulation challenges, neurodivergence, or feeling misunderstood in school, relationships, or daily life.
I offer skills-based therapy for children and young adults, with experience supporting neurodivergence, emotional regulation, anxiety, and LGBTQ+ concerns. My approach draws from DBT, play therapy, and ERP to help clients build coping skills, confidence, and day-to-day functioning in a practical, structured way.
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Child Therapists
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.
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.
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.