Child Therapists in Arlington County, VA
John Silsby
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22209
If you are struggling with what to do next, I am available for consultation to discuss next steps for you and/or your child.
My clinical practice: I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and young adults and families in a collaborative and client-centered manner. I am experienced in providing therapy for clients’ struggling with social-emotional challenges, anxiety/ OCD, ADHD/ executive functioning deficits, social skills and relationships difficulties, autism, learning disorders, and developmental transition issues. I also have experience in conducting psychological and psychoeducational evaluations to assess for underlying psychological symptoms and learning disorders.
If you are struggling with what to do next, I am available for consultation to discuss next steps for you and/or your child.
My clinical practice: I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and young adults and families in a collaborative and client-centered manner. I am experienced in providing therapy for clients’ struggling with social-emotional challenges, anxiety/ OCD, ADHD/ executive functioning deficits, social skills and relationships difficulties, autism, learning disorders, and developmental transition issues. I also have experience in conducting psychological and psychoeducational evaluations to assess for underlying psychological symptoms and learning disorders.
Cathy Webster
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22203
Dr. Webster is a psychologist with extensive clinical training and experience in the evidence-based treatment of anxiety (GAD, Panic Disorder, Specific Phobias, Social Anxiety), mood (depression, adjustment to life stressors), obsessive-compulsive spectrum, impulse control and emotion regulation disorders serving children, adolescents, adults and families in community and hospital-based settings.
Dr. Webster is a psychologist with extensive clinical training and experience in the evidence-based treatment of anxiety (GAD, Panic Disorder, Specific Phobias, Social Anxiety), mood (depression, adjustment to life stressors), obsessive-compulsive spectrum, impulse control and emotion regulation disorders serving children, adolescents, adults and families in community and hospital-based settings.
Sabrina Cleveland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22203
Hi there! My name is Sabrina and I am so excited that you’re taking this step to reach out for help. In the past there has been a stigma on people who seek out mental health treatment and my hope is that one day, that stigma will disappear completely. Caring for your own mental health and well being is a vital component to overall healthy living. Getting help when you need it is absolutely the best thing you can do for yourself and the other people in your life. I have been in the field for nearly 7 years and have served children, adolescents, teens, adults and families.
Hi there! My name is Sabrina and I am so excited that you’re taking this step to reach out for help. In the past there has been a stigma on people who seek out mental health treatment and my hope is that one day, that stigma will disappear completely. Caring for your own mental health and well being is a vital component to overall healthy living. Getting help when you need it is absolutely the best thing you can do for yourself and the other people in your life. I have been in the field for nearly 7 years and have served children, adolescents, teens, adults and families.
Heather Leahy Hecht
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22209
If you've decided a new beginning is in your or your child's future, I would be honored to assist you in your journey.
"New beginnings are often disguised as painful endings." - Lao Tzu. Have you lost your sense of peace and wholeness? Are you feeling alone and unfulfilled? I specialize in treating adults, as well as children and adolescents, using several treatment modalities that are among the most evidence-based in the field, including CBT. I also specialize in the treatment of couples, and am a Certified Level One Gottman Couples Therapist. I am committed to helping adults regain their well-being, to allowing children to improve behavior and reconnect with their joy, and to assisting couples in increasing intimacy and friendship.
If you've decided a new beginning is in your or your child's future, I would be honored to assist you in your journey.
"New beginnings are often disguised as painful endings." - Lao Tzu. Have you lost your sense of peace and wholeness? Are you feeling alone and unfulfilled? I specialize in treating adults, as well as children and adolescents, using several treatment modalities that are among the most evidence-based in the field, including CBT. I also specialize in the treatment of couples, and am a Certified Level One Gottman Couples Therapist. I am committed to helping adults regain their well-being, to allowing children to improve behavior and reconnect with their joy, and to assisting couples in increasing intimacy and friendship.
Aaron M Valdes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22202
I have over 25 years of experience as a therapist and mental health professional in the Northern Virginia region. I specialize in child and adolescent issues and I have supported parents with skill-building throughout my career. If you are an individual struggling with day to day challenges, I can help you identify new skills and use your strengths to meet your needs. I am fully bilingual in Spanish and can conduct sessions is Spanish if preferred. For professionals seeking your VA license, I am a certified supervisor with extensive experience providing clinical supervision to meet your requirements as a Resident in Counseling.
I have over 25 years of experience as a therapist and mental health professional in the Northern Virginia region. I specialize in child and adolescent issues and I have supported parents with skill-building throughout my career. If you are an individual struggling with day to day challenges, I can help you identify new skills and use your strengths to meet your needs. I am fully bilingual in Spanish and can conduct sessions is Spanish if preferred. For professionals seeking your VA license, I am a certified supervisor with extensive experience providing clinical supervision to meet your requirements as a Resident in Counseling.
Rolando J. Díaz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22209
My practice serves a wide variety of persons, emphasizing depression and anxiety. I work with children as young as six, but the majority of my practice now centers on work with adolescents and adults.
My client and I try to develop a collaborative relationship that incorporates various elements, including expectations for outcome, open communication with my client, and the creation of an environment that fosters trust. I favor a pragmatic, experience-based approach that emphasizes coping skills, resilience, and each person's strengths. I also emphasize an understanding and respect for the role that emotions play in decision-making.
My practice serves a wide variety of persons, emphasizing depression and anxiety. I work with children as young as six, but the majority of my practice now centers on work with adolescents and adults.
My client and I try to develop a collaborative relationship that incorporates various elements, including expectations for outcome, open communication with my client, and the creation of an environment that fosters trust. I favor a pragmatic, experience-based approach that emphasizes coping skills, resilience, and each person's strengths. I also emphasize an understanding and respect for the role that emotions play in decision-making.
Theresa Reed
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22201
I provide therapy for children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, divorce, low self-esteem, trauma, and relationship/adjustment difficulties.
"Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful part of us." Therapy allows one to explore their inner thoughts and feelings and is a tool for building self-esteem. My therapeutic approach incorporates an empathic, honest, exploratory, and integrative style in order to provide a comfortable and safe environment. In my work with children, I incorporate play therapy techniques, as I am a firm believer that play is a child's language and toys are their words.
I provide therapy for children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, divorce, low self-esteem, trauma, and relationship/adjustment difficulties.
"Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful part of us." Therapy allows one to explore their inner thoughts and feelings and is a tool for building self-esteem. My therapeutic approach incorporates an empathic, honest, exploratory, and integrative style in order to provide a comfortable and safe environment. In my work with children, I incorporate play therapy techniques, as I am a firm believer that play is a child's language and toys are their words.
Vianca Escudero
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22209
Are you looking for a compassionate space to process life changes? A place to learn more about yourself and learn concrete skills to manage your emotions? If so, I might be a good fit for you. I provide a non-judgmental environment to foster and create a strong therapeutic relationship. I have expertise in helping children, adolescents and adults, as well as with parents and families (including adult children and siblings) improve communication and implement positive changes in their households, school and other environments.
Are you looking for a compassionate space to process life changes? A place to learn more about yourself and learn concrete skills to manage your emotions? If so, I might be a good fit for you. I provide a non-judgmental environment to foster and create a strong therapeutic relationship. I have expertise in helping children, adolescents and adults, as well as with parents and families (including adult children and siblings) improve communication and implement positive changes in their households, school and other environments.
Matt Levine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22201
Summit Counseling provides child, adolescent, couples, and family therapy, eliciting strengths to achieve one's potential and well-being. Our clinicians are experienced working with a diverse population. We gently expose deeper issues that cause pain and process them in a compassionate way. We help clients generate their own positive experiences to further their behavior changes. We help clients stuck with negative thinking patterns. We work with clients struggling to accept change.
Summit Counseling provides child, adolescent, couples, and family therapy, eliciting strengths to achieve one's potential and well-being. Our clinicians are experienced working with a diverse population. We gently expose deeper issues that cause pain and process them in a compassionate way. We help clients generate their own positive experiences to further their behavior changes. We help clients stuck with negative thinking patterns. We work with clients struggling to accept change.
Teri M Bullis
Psychologist, PhD, BCBA
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22201 (Online Only)
When appropriate, I will teach your child the skills that he or she needs to replace old problem-behaviors and manage difficult emotions.
I offer concrete, effective strategies to parents, children, & adolescents to address a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns. My clients leave every session with a specific plan for exactly what to do to build skills or reduce problem behaviors, and improvement is usually quick to see. Children who benefit from my services exhibit a very broad range of challenges, including ADHD-related impulsivity and hyperactivity, aggression, oppositionality, "attitude", anxiety, ASD-related social skills deficits and challenges, enuresis, encopresis, and sleeping issues - just to name a few.
When appropriate, I will teach your child the skills that he or she needs to replace old problem-behaviors and manage difficult emotions.
I offer concrete, effective strategies to parents, children, & adolescents to address a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns. My clients leave every session with a specific plan for exactly what to do to build skills or reduce problem behaviors, and improvement is usually quick to see. Children who benefit from my services exhibit a very broad range of challenges, including ADHD-related impulsivity and hyperactivity, aggression, oppositionality, "attitude", anxiety, ASD-related social skills deficits and challenges, enuresis, encopresis, and sleeping issues - just to name a few.
Diana Bermudez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22207
Waitlist for new clients
My mission is to strengthen the emotional wellbeing of young children (babies-8 years old), and their families and teachers who support them. I believe that developing the coping skills of the children, while improving the family relationships (and school environment when possible) decreases and prevents behavior challenges. I provide family psychotherapy and parent coaching, with a combination of art therapy, play therapy, yoga and mindfulness techniques, to engage family members of all ages.
My mission is to strengthen the emotional wellbeing of young children (babies-8 years old), and their families and teachers who support them. I believe that developing the coping skills of the children, while improving the family relationships (and school environment when possible) decreases and prevents behavior challenges. I provide family psychotherapy and parent coaching, with a combination of art therapy, play therapy, yoga and mindfulness techniques, to engage family members of all ages.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22207 (Online Only)
Are you a parent who is struggling with your child's sleep or behaviors? Do you long to parent differently but aren't quite sure how? Or, maybe things you have tried don't seem to be working. As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant, and Good Inside Parent Coach in training, I collaborate with families to cultivate tranquil and harmonious home environments where both restfulness and connection thrive. Operating as an Independent Contractor with Sage House Therapy, I specialize in telehealth sleep coaching packages and parent coaching packages.
Are you a parent who is struggling with your child's sleep or behaviors? Do you long to parent differently but aren't quite sure how? Or, maybe things you have tried don't seem to be working. As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant, and Good Inside Parent Coach in training, I collaborate with families to cultivate tranquil and harmonious home environments where both restfulness and connection thrive. Operating as an Independent Contractor with Sage House Therapy, I specialize in telehealth sleep coaching packages and parent coaching packages.
Steven M. Harner
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22207
In my work with adults, children and teenagers, I focus on their strengths and encourage them to think beyond difficulties and identify achievable goals. I coach parents skills to better communicate with their children and become "safely unpredictable," particularly as many children (if not all) become experts in how to push their parents buttons! I have been told by many of my clients over the past 18 years that my warm and directive, confident approach has been most helpful. Many children and teenagers referred to my practice have been in therapy before, with limited success.
In my work with adults, children and teenagers, I focus on their strengths and encourage them to think beyond difficulties and identify achievable goals. I coach parents skills to better communicate with their children and become "safely unpredictable," particularly as many children (if not all) become experts in how to push their parents buttons! I have been told by many of my clients over the past 18 years that my warm and directive, confident approach has been most helpful. Many children and teenagers referred to my practice have been in therapy before, with limited success.
Cynthia R. Mathis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22207
I provide psychotherapy services for children, adolescents, adults, and families, in addition to facilitating social skills groups. I specialize in working with children and adolescents on the autistic spectrum and with other developmental delays. I also treat children and adults struggling with sensory integration, anxiety, depression, ADHD, divorce, adjustment disorders, and parenting and relational issues.
I provide psychotherapy services for children, adolescents, adults, and families, in addition to facilitating social skills groups. I specialize in working with children and adolescents on the autistic spectrum and with other developmental delays. I also treat children and adults struggling with sensory integration, anxiety, depression, ADHD, divorce, adjustment disorders, and parenting and relational issues.
Nicole W McGarry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22201
My practice is designed to help children, adolescents, and adults with healthy development, personal confidence, and more satisfying relationships. I offer individual and group therapy to help kids with labeling and identifying feelings, developing and maintaining friendships, reading social cues, and increasing self-esteem. In working with adults, I create a supportive environment to explore a better life balance, manage stress, and improve close relationships. I value comprehensive treatment, and work with schools and other professionals to assure positive treatment outcomes.
My practice is designed to help children, adolescents, and adults with healthy development, personal confidence, and more satisfying relationships. I offer individual and group therapy to help kids with labeling and identifying feelings, developing and maintaining friendships, reading social cues, and increasing self-esteem. In working with adults, I create a supportive environment to explore a better life balance, manage stress, and improve close relationships. I value comprehensive treatment, and work with schools and other professionals to assure positive treatment outcomes.
Carolyn Murphy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22201
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults seeking help for a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, and stress related to work, school, or family. My approach to therapy is interactive and supportive, as I listen carefully to the client's thoughts and feelings and provide feedback with the aim of increasing self-awareness to help promote change. In addition, I have specialized experience working in therapy with victims of sexual abuse and trauma, families going through divorce, and women experiencing fertility problems.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults seeking help for a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, and stress related to work, school, or family. My approach to therapy is interactive and supportive, as I listen carefully to the client's thoughts and feelings and provide feedback with the aim of increasing self-awareness to help promote change. In addition, I have specialized experience working in therapy with victims of sexual abuse and trauma, families going through divorce, and women experiencing fertility problems.
Pediatric Neuropsychological Svcs / Dr. Barrios
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22210
Are you worried that your child has a potential learning disability, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, or Autism Spectrum Disorder? Are you concerned about developmental delays? Does your child needs extra time in order to perform well on standardized tests (i.e. SAT)? Is your child displaying signs of Posttraumatic Stress after a traumatic event? Do they struggle with addictions or other behavioral problems? A comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation will help your child achieve their potential. Following the evaluation, you will receive a report detailing the diagnosis and any further weaknesses that your child may be experiencing. Clear solutions including recommendations for home and school will be provided.
Are you worried that your child has a potential learning disability, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, or Autism Spectrum Disorder? Are you concerned about developmental delays? Does your child needs extra time in order to perform well on standardized tests (i.e. SAT)? Is your child displaying signs of Posttraumatic Stress after a traumatic event? Do they struggle with addictions or other behavioral problems? A comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation will help your child achieve their potential. Following the evaluation, you will receive a report detailing the diagnosis and any further weaknesses that your child may be experiencing. Clear solutions including recommendations for home and school will be provided.
Brian Rosen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22202
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in helping adults, adolescents, and children and their families deal with depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I have specialized experience working with grief, behavioral problems and anger management, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and identity and relationship issues. In addition to my private practice, I have experience working in outpatient clinics, university counseling centers, and schools.
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in helping adults, adolescents, and children and their families deal with depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I have specialized experience working with grief, behavioral problems and anger management, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and identity and relationship issues. In addition to my private practice, I have experience working in outpatient clinics, university counseling centers, and schools.
Mark Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22207
Is your toddler, preschooler or early-elementary school-age child struggling at home or in their child-care setting, preschool or school? Is their behavior disrupting the school day or home life? There are many reasons this could be occurring: medical, sensory-motor or developmental issues; a misfit between him/her and the child-care environment; emotion regulation or neurocognitive problems; or family or parenting stress. I'm here to help you uncover the mystery of your child's current challenges, reduce problematic behaviors, and implement strategies for home and school that will get your child back onto a pathway to social-emotional wellness.
Is your toddler, preschooler or early-elementary school-age child struggling at home or in their child-care setting, preschool or school? Is their behavior disrupting the school day or home life? There are many reasons this could be occurring: medical, sensory-motor or developmental issues; a misfit between him/her and the child-care environment; emotion regulation or neurocognitive problems; or family or parenting stress. I'm here to help you uncover the mystery of your child's current challenges, reduce problematic behaviors, and implement strategies for home and school that will get your child back onto a pathway to social-emotional wellness.
David Flohr
Psychologist, PhD, CGP
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22201
I currently specialize in helping children and families address and resolve the various issues which interfere with a satisfying personal and family life. I welcome adults who are struggling with the challenges of parenting and have developed innovative and effective methods to assist in the ongoing self development of the parent. My practice includes an explicit commitment to under served populations especially BIPOC youth and families. Sliding scale fees are available and extensive specialized trainings in anti-racism, diversity, equity and cultural sensitivity reflect my commitment to conscious, competent and welcoming services.
I currently specialize in helping children and families address and resolve the various issues which interfere with a satisfying personal and family life. I welcome adults who are struggling with the challenges of parenting and have developed innovative and effective methods to assist in the ongoing self development of the parent. My practice includes an explicit commitment to under served populations especially BIPOC youth and families. Sliding scale fees are available and extensive specialized trainings in anti-racism, diversity, equity and cultural sensitivity reflect my commitment to conscious, competent and welcoming services.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Arlington County 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Arlington County 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.
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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Arlington County 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.