Toddler Therapists in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
I provide therapy and clinical supervision in Alexandria, Virginia. I am currently taking both new clients and new clinical supervisees. I want therapy to be an enjoyable experience. I want people to look forward to their sessions and it's also important to me that my client's feel like we are working together in a collaboration. My assistant's name is Donna, she helps me with scheduling and answering my phone.
I provide therapy and clinical supervision in Alexandria, Virginia. I am currently taking both new clients and new clinical supervisees. I want therapy to be an enjoyable experience. I want people to look forward to their sessions and it's also important to me that my client's feel like we are working together in a collaboration. My assistant's name is Donna, she helps me with scheduling and answering my phone.
My overall goal is to ensure that I create a welcoming atmosphere that promotes growth and healing.
My overall goal is to ensure that I create a welcoming atmosphere that promotes growth and healing.
I am Kelly Clemente, a Resident in Counseling with eight years of experience in the mental health field. I am deeply passionate about supporting adolescents, adults, couples, and families as they face unique challenges and work toward living more fulfilling lives. My specializations include working with special needs children, youth struggling with addiction, pregnant teens, birth mothers, individuals with eating disorders, grieving widows, survivors of sexual trauma, and victims of domestic violence. I use a variety of treatment approaches, such as mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solu
I am Kelly Clemente, a Resident in Counseling with eight years of experience in the mental health field. I am deeply passionate about supporting adolescents, adults, couples, and families as they face unique challenges and work toward living more fulfilling lives. My specializations include working with special needs children, youth struggling with addiction, pregnant teens, birth mothers, individuals with eating disorders, grieving widows, survivors of sexual trauma, and victims of domestic violence. I use a variety of treatment approaches, such as mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solu
I enjoy working with clients of all ages with a particular focus on children, adolescents, & young adults. In our sessions, we will address challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, family conflict, emotional regulation, and self-esteem. I use a variety of treatment approaches in my therapeutic practice to include: Mindfulness, Play Therapy, Strengths-based, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed and person-centered care.
I enjoy working with clients of all ages with a particular focus on children, adolescents, & young adults. In our sessions, we will address challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, family conflict, emotional regulation, and self-esteem. I use a variety of treatment approaches in my therapeutic practice to include: Mindfulness, Play Therapy, Strengths-based, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed and person-centered care.
Dr. Michele Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, BSW, BS, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
My practice specializes in helping children, adolescents, adults, couples and the family system collectively to work through and move forward past one's anxiety, depression, adjustment issues from separation/divorce or grief, social skill challenges, past trauma, addictions, obsessive compulsive issues, disruptive behaviors and attention issues.
My practice specializes in helping children, adolescents, adults, couples and the family system collectively to work through and move forward past one's anxiety, depression, adjustment issues from separation/divorce or grief, social skill challenges, past trauma, addictions, obsessive compulsive issues, disruptive behaviors and attention issues.
Do you find yourself struggling to understand or help with your child or teen's emotions or behaviors? Do you sometimes feel like what you’re doing is not enough? Children and teens are developing at a rapid and different pace than adults are. They have different ways of understanding their own world, expressing and managing emotions, and interacting with others. While at times, guardians may feel stuck, the child or teen may feel the same way, yet struggle to process and understand how they’re feeling. Without proper coping tools, support, and warmth, they may find themselves struggling further. This is where I can help.
Do you find yourself struggling to understand or help with your child or teen's emotions or behaviors? Do you sometimes feel like what you’re doing is not enough? Children and teens are developing at a rapid and different pace than adults are. They have different ways of understanding their own world, expressing and managing emotions, and interacting with others. While at times, guardians may feel stuck, the child or teen may feel the same way, yet struggle to process and understand how they’re feeling. Without proper coping tools, support, and warmth, they may find themselves struggling further. This is where I can help.
Counseling of Alexandria, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Serves Area
Don't miss out on having the life you really want. Stop just surviving or slugging through, hoping that one day you get around to feeling good. Fast-forward to your future of having relationship happiness, career success, well-being, wealth, inner peace, etc. We don't just help you stop feeling anxious, depressed and stressed out, we empower you to have sustainable happiness. Yes, I'm saying we can support you in getting the amazing life you deserve. We haven't met yet, but you're worth it.
Don't miss out on having the life you really want. Stop just surviving or slugging through, hoping that one day you get around to feeling good. Fast-forward to your future of having relationship happiness, career success, well-being, wealth, inner peace, etc. We don't just help you stop feeling anxious, depressed and stressed out, we empower you to have sustainable happiness. Yes, I'm saying we can support you in getting the amazing life you deserve. We haven't met yet, but you're worth it.
We, at Alexandria Place Therapy, value authentic and genuine connection with our clients and their families. We believe this connection is the groundwork for all work we do with clients. Alexandria Place Therapy offers therapeutic services in Old Town Alexandria. Our clinicians have spent their careers working with children, adolescents, young adults and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, trauma and loss. Collectively, we bring over thirty years of experience to our work and aim to offer help in vulnerable times. Our experience and specialized training afford us the opportunity to tailor treatment to meet your unique needs.
We, at Alexandria Place Therapy, value authentic and genuine connection with our clients and their families. We believe this connection is the groundwork for all work we do with clients. Alexandria Place Therapy offers therapeutic services in Old Town Alexandria. Our clinicians have spent their careers working with children, adolescents, young adults and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, trauma and loss. Collectively, we bring over thirty years of experience to our work and aim to offer help in vulnerable times. Our experience and specialized training afford us the opportunity to tailor treatment to meet your unique needs.
Mind Of A Woman, LLC, specializes in women's health across the lifespan. The founder, Dr Jones, has over two decades of domestic and international experience in the field. We also understand the importance of culture and/or neurodiversity in care. Be it navigating adolescence, adulthood, family planning, career, or any point in between, Dr Jones, at Mind Of A Woman, can assist with your journey and accomplishing your goals. We are Telehealth based and licensed to provide care in over 40 states and accept various insurance providers such as Cigna, Aetna, and Care First Blue Cross to same a few.
Mind Of A Woman, LLC, specializes in women's health across the lifespan. The founder, Dr Jones, has over two decades of domestic and international experience in the field. We also understand the importance of culture and/or neurodiversity in care. Be it navigating adolescence, adulthood, family planning, career, or any point in between, Dr Jones, at Mind Of A Woman, can assist with your journey and accomplishing your goals. We are Telehealth based and licensed to provide care in over 40 states and accept various insurance providers such as Cigna, Aetna, and Care First Blue Cross to same a few.
I am Heejin Yun, a Resident in Counseling and a Provisional Registered Art Therapist with 3 years of experience in mental health. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults to address their unique challenges and achieve greater fulfillment in their lives. I specialize in anxiety, eating disorders, depression, addiction, anger management, and family conflict. I am here to help you discover your voice, express challenging emotions through the creative process, and support you in implementing strategies tailored to your unique life experiences.
I am Heejin Yun, a Resident in Counseling and a Provisional Registered Art Therapist with 3 years of experience in mental health. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults to address their unique challenges and achieve greater fulfillment in their lives. I specialize in anxiety, eating disorders, depression, addiction, anger management, and family conflict. I am here to help you discover your voice, express challenging emotions through the creative process, and support you in implementing strategies tailored to your unique life experiences.
I meet my clients in their desire for change and strive to understand their experience of the world. I work to support my clients by forming a trust-based relationship to create a healing environment where compassion and kindness become healing agents. I utilize a variety of expressive modalities meeting the needs of my clients. I believe in the power of people's inner strengths and resources and work to explore these with my clients while empowering them in reaching their goals for change.
I meet my clients in their desire for change and strive to understand their experience of the world. I work to support my clients by forming a trust-based relationship to create a healing environment where compassion and kindness become healing agents. I utilize a variety of expressive modalities meeting the needs of my clients. I believe in the power of people's inner strengths and resources and work to explore these with my clients while empowering them in reaching their goals for change.
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I am a bilingual licensed therapist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I strive to provide a non-judgmental, safe therapeutic place where we can explore your fears, thoughts and feelings. I will support you in therapy to best meet your goals and dreams.
I am a bilingual licensed therapist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I strive to provide a non-judgmental, safe therapeutic place where we can explore your fears, thoughts and feelings. I will support you in therapy to best meet your goals and dreams.
Creating Pathways for families to heal.
Creating Pathways for families to heal.
Brandy Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do you often feel overwhelmed by the intensity of the world? I specialize in helping highly sensitive people (HSP) and spiritual seekers move from survival mode to thrival mode. My areas of focus include: anxiety, couples counseling, ADHD, OCD, addiction, and trauma. I help you see your innate wisdom so that you can create goals, remember dreams, and find a deep, abiding sense of contentment within yourself. Many clients I work with were told they were "too sensitive" or "dramatic" as a child. I can guide you in reconnecting with younger parts of yourself and shift unhelpful core beliefs. I am licensed in Virginia, DC, and Maryland.
Do you often feel overwhelmed by the intensity of the world? I specialize in helping highly sensitive people (HSP) and spiritual seekers move from survival mode to thrival mode. My areas of focus include: anxiety, couples counseling, ADHD, OCD, addiction, and trauma. I help you see your innate wisdom so that you can create goals, remember dreams, and find a deep, abiding sense of contentment within yourself. Many clients I work with were told they were "too sensitive" or "dramatic" as a child. I can guide you in reconnecting with younger parts of yourself and shift unhelpful core beliefs. I am licensed in Virginia, DC, and Maryland.
I am a consultant with over two decades of experience driving change in complex systems across education and healthcare. I have expertise in strategic consultation, special education policy and consultation, improving outcomes for children and confronting Antisemitism through education. Recognized for breaking down barriers, implementing evidence‑based solutions, and leading multi‑disciplinary teams to deliver results.
I am a consultant with over two decades of experience driving change in complex systems across education and healthcare. I have expertise in strategic consultation, special education policy and consultation, improving outcomes for children and confronting Antisemitism through education. Recognized for breaking down barriers, implementing evidence‑based solutions, and leading multi‑disciplinary teams to deliver results.
Therapy can serve as a comforting space for individuals to begin the healing process and make positive changes for a more fulfilling life. My passion is working with young people, couples and families by helping them grow and find their strengths. Being a mother of three, with over 15 years of educating preschool through high school age children, including those with special needs and behavioral difficulties I can understand many of the issues that bring families to counseling. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment for LGBTQ+ teens, individuals and couples to explore their emotional and psychological needs. EMDR trained.
Therapy can serve as a comforting space for individuals to begin the healing process and make positive changes for a more fulfilling life. My passion is working with young people, couples and families by helping them grow and find their strengths. Being a mother of three, with over 15 years of educating preschool through high school age children, including those with special needs and behavioral difficulties I can understand many of the issues that bring families to counseling. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment for LGBTQ+ teens, individuals and couples to explore their emotional and psychological needs. EMDR trained.
An awareness of our inner state of being and how to connect with the stillness is an important part of our journey to wellness and well-being. I offer this to all of my clients. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 22 years of experience working with children, adolescents and their families in residential treatment, outpatient behavioral health and hospice care. I have also worked with adults providing individual, couples therapy, and hospice care. For 10 years, I have worked with military families in the D.C. area addressing issues around military life, deployment, resilience, and mental health.
An awareness of our inner state of being and how to connect with the stillness is an important part of our journey to wellness and well-being. I offer this to all of my clients. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 22 years of experience working with children, adolescents and their families in residential treatment, outpatient behavioral health and hospice care. I have also worked with adults providing individual, couples therapy, and hospice care. For 10 years, I have worked with military families in the D.C. area addressing issues around military life, deployment, resilience, and mental health.
The Family Therapy Center of Old Town
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN MSN, LMFT, PMHCNS, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
At the Family Therapy Center of Old Town we provide mental health services to Individuals and families of all ages. Like the family physician, we will be there as needed when mental health issues arise within families and individuals. Using an integrative bio-psycho-social approach, we provide a comprehensive assessment, evaluation and individualized treatment plan for each client. We work together with each client to implement a treatment plan using the tools that will be most affective in reaching their goals.Together, we help our clients get "unstuck" and move forward to a healthy life balance.
At the Family Therapy Center of Old Town we provide mental health services to Individuals and families of all ages. Like the family physician, we will be there as needed when mental health issues arise within families and individuals. Using an integrative bio-psycho-social approach, we provide a comprehensive assessment, evaluation and individualized treatment plan for each client. We work together with each client to implement a treatment plan using the tools that will be most affective in reaching their goals.Together, we help our clients get "unstuck" and move forward to a healthy life balance.
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) at CCHC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Being a child is a special time full of curiosity, exploration, and learning. It is also a time when your body is growing, language is developing, social skills are evolving, and your capacity to cope is a work in progress. It doesn’t take much to feel unsure, overwhelmed, stressed, or unseen. Struggles are expressed through emotional and behavioral distress - tantrums, defiance, dysregulation, difficulty with focus, transitions, separation, or withdrawal from others/school/activities. It can also show up as jealousy, attention-seeking, aggression, anxiety, depression, or hyperactivity. PCIT is specifically designed for this stage.
Being a child is a special time full of curiosity, exploration, and learning. It is also a time when your body is growing, language is developing, social skills are evolving, and your capacity to cope is a work in progress. It doesn’t take much to feel unsure, overwhelmed, stressed, or unseen. Struggles are expressed through emotional and behavioral distress - tantrums, defiance, dysregulation, difficulty with focus, transitions, separation, or withdrawal from others/school/activities. It can also show up as jealousy, attention-seeking, aggression, anxiety, depression, or hyperactivity. PCIT is specifically designed for this stage.
My mission is to work with your child to achieve their full potential. I design plans that incorporate the natural environment to develop life skills and unlock your child’s tremendous potential. My approach is rooted in science and driven by daily insight from interacting with your child. As a parent of a child on the autism spectrum and a professional, I have had extensive experience working with children with special needs and training parents. I understand the challenges that your family faces. I believe that parent involvement plays a crucial role in the intervention and I want to give the best support to continue the work.
My mission is to work with your child to achieve their full potential. I design plans that incorporate the natural environment to develop life skills and unlock your child’s tremendous potential. My approach is rooted in science and driven by daily insight from interacting with your child. As a parent of a child on the autism spectrum and a professional, I have had extensive experience working with children with special needs and training parents. I understand the challenges that your family faces. I believe that parent involvement plays a crucial role in the intervention and I want to give the best support to continue the work.
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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.