Child Therapists in Dayton, VA
Spiral Roots LLC ~ Melissa Deaton Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Dayton, VA 22821
Hi! Hola! I specialize in child and teen therapy. I am bilingual. All are welcome at Spiral Roots LLC. You know that your teen or child is struggling. You can see it in their behaviors, hear it in their voice, feel it in their attitude. You may or may not know the cause of their anger or pain. You just know they need help. The weight of the situation is heavy on you. They will not respond to your advice. You are not sure if they will talk to someone. Maybe in the past they blew off other therapists. Maybe your teen is actively asking for counseling. Wherever you are in this journey, I understand. I can help you and your family.
Hi! Hola! I specialize in child and teen therapy. I am bilingual. All are welcome at Spiral Roots LLC. You know that your teen or child is struggling. You can see it in their behaviors, hear it in their voice, feel it in their attitude. You may or may not know the cause of their anger or pain. You just know they need help. The weight of the situation is heavy on you. They will not respond to your advice. You are not sure if they will talk to someone. Maybe in the past they blew off other therapists. Maybe your teen is actively asking for counseling. Wherever you are in this journey, I understand. I can help you and your family.
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Karen Herrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in behavioral, identity and emotional challenges. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from James Madison University and my Master's degree in Mental Health from Eastern Mennonite University. I have experience working with youth and families who are involved with foster care and adoption, youth who had physical, sexual and abusive trauma histories as well as children with attachment issues. I also have experience working with people is all ages who have anxiety and depression.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in behavioral, identity and emotional challenges. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from James Madison University and my Master's degree in Mental Health from Eastern Mennonite University. I have experience working with youth and families who are involved with foster care and adoption, youth who had physical, sexual and abusive trauma histories as well as children with attachment issues. I also have experience working with people is all ages who have anxiety and depression.
Barbara Jerichen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
I especially enjoy helping children and helping their parents to better understand and meet the developmental, emotional, and social needs of their children.
***Now Accepting NEW CLIENTS*** I am a licensed professional counselor who has a Master's of Science in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and Bachelor's and Master's from James Madison University in teaching. I have served children in the educational setting in the U.S. and the Middle East for over 20 years, through teaching, coaching, and counseling. I was born and raised in the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia where I live with husband and son.
I especially enjoy helping children and helping their parents to better understand and meet the developmental, emotional, and social needs of their children.
***Now Accepting NEW CLIENTS*** I am a licensed professional counselor who has a Master's of Science in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and Bachelor's and Master's from James Madison University in teaching. I have served children in the educational setting in the U.S. and the Middle East for over 20 years, through teaching, coaching, and counseling. I was born and raised in the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia where I live with husband and son.
Shon Jd Tucker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
I have served children and adults for years in schools and in a community setting. My first goal is always understanding and accepting my client before helping them set their own goals and work towards them. We can use play, sand, art, relaxation, CBT, EMDR or other therapies to get there together.
I have served children and adults for years in schools and in a community setting. My first goal is always understanding and accepting my client before helping them set their own goals and work towards them. We can use play, sand, art, relaxation, CBT, EMDR or other therapies to get there together.
Kate Bowman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Wildly Rooted Counseling is accepting new clients in June 2024! As a person-centered therapist my primary focus is on you, the client. The therapeutic relationship can be one of great benefit. My goal is to empower my clients to enjoy healthy relationships with others and themselves. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have previously worked with the foster care system, social services, and the school system. I am also trained in EMDR which focuses on addressing trauma.
Wildly Rooted Counseling is accepting new clients in June 2024! As a person-centered therapist my primary focus is on you, the client. The therapeutic relationship can be one of great benefit. My goal is to empower my clients to enjoy healthy relationships with others and themselves. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have previously worked with the foster care system, social services, and the school system. I am also trained in EMDR which focuses on addressing trauma.
Cathleen A Rea PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
I am a child, teen, and family psychologist and Past-President of the Virginia Academy of Clinical Psychologists, with 30+ years of practice. My background and the core of my work is individual/family therapy from toddler-hood to adult. I have skills and a passion for working with families in a Collaborative Divorce process, a non-litigated process that actually can foster growth in communication and decision-making skills, and I also enjoy providing consultation to coparents following divorce. These ALL build resilience – a core theme in this work!
I am a child, teen, and family psychologist and Past-President of the Virginia Academy of Clinical Psychologists, with 30+ years of practice. My background and the core of my work is individual/family therapy from toddler-hood to adult. I have skills and a passion for working with families in a Collaborative Divorce process, a non-litigated process that actually can foster growth in communication and decision-making skills, and I also enjoy providing consultation to coparents following divorce. These ALL build resilience – a core theme in this work!
Kate Corder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Waitlist for new clients
Note: I currently have a waitlist. I specialize in working with children and families ages 4 and up, using play therapy, attachment therapy, and CBT. I am a former special education teacher who enjoys working with children with special needs, such as ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities. I have experience with adoption, foster care, and ADHD, and love working with foster and adoptive families. I also have training in attachment and can provide Circle of Security Informed attachment therapy for parents and Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) for families. I also work with adult females with anxiety or depression.
Note: I currently have a waitlist. I specialize in working with children and families ages 4 and up, using play therapy, attachment therapy, and CBT. I am a former special education teacher who enjoys working with children with special needs, such as ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities. I have experience with adoption, foster care, and ADHD, and love working with foster and adoptive families. I also have training in attachment and can provide Circle of Security Informed attachment therapy for parents and Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) for families. I also work with adult females with anxiety or depression.
Ryan D. Thompson
Psychologist, PsyD, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Parenting a young child is challenging, but it is so much more difficult when your child is oppositional, defiant, and/or aggressive. Many parents blame themselves, feel isolated, and are unsure of what to do. You can be the solution, though! Through a unique approach called Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), I coach parents and guardians in developing the necessary tools for promoting a healthy relationship with their children based on mutual love and respect. In return, children feel more secure and are less interested in testing boundaries. PCIT has strong scientific support and is highly effective in person or online!
Parenting a young child is challenging, but it is so much more difficult when your child is oppositional, defiant, and/or aggressive. Many parents blame themselves, feel isolated, and are unsure of what to do. You can be the solution, though! Through a unique approach called Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), I coach parents and guardians in developing the necessary tools for promoting a healthy relationship with their children based on mutual love and respect. In return, children feel more secure and are less interested in testing boundaries. PCIT has strong scientific support and is highly effective in person or online!
Mary Leona Hartges
Resident in Counseling, MA, LPC-R
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
If you or your child are in need of an outlet for any of the difficulties in life, I am here to help build trust, skills, and healthy coping strategies.
Hello! My name is Mary, and I am a resident in counseling here at Rocktown Counseling. While I am open to consulting with anyone who's looking for a therapist, I especially love working with children, teens, and young adults. I have a special place in my heart for those who struggle with depression and anxiety, and also like to work with those having difficulty with new changes in their lives. I offer a range of options for therapy, as I like to pull techniques from multiple therapeutic approaches and tailor them to the client's needs.
If you or your child are in need of an outlet for any of the difficulties in life, I am here to help build trust, skills, and healthy coping strategies.
Hello! My name is Mary, and I am a resident in counseling here at Rocktown Counseling. While I am open to consulting with anyone who's looking for a therapist, I especially love working with children, teens, and young adults. I have a special place in my heart for those who struggle with depression and anxiety, and also like to work with those having difficulty with new changes in their lives. I offer a range of options for therapy, as I like to pull techniques from multiple therapeutic approaches and tailor them to the client's needs.
Maria Whitmore Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My goal as a therapist is to provide quality, evidence-based care in the context of a warm and comfortable environment. I use a cognitive-behavioral approach to address a wide range of issues, and have experience working with children and adolescents, as well as adults and couples/families.
My goal as a therapist is to provide quality, evidence-based care in the context of a warm and comfortable environment. I use a cognitive-behavioral approach to address a wide range of issues, and have experience working with children and adolescents, as well as adults and couples/families.
Bridgewater Counseling Services, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSOTP
Verified Verified
Bridgewater, VA 22812
I see a variety of people from young children to the elderly.
Life can be overwhelming and difficult because of fear, depression, stress or a host of other problems.
Studying oneself utilizing a process where a trained therapist is involved, can be profitable to the point of changing things permanently.
Happiness certainly has to be one of life's biggest concerns. This is readily found when a person feels whole within themselves and at peace.
Being a calmer, at-ease person is quite possible when certain issues are put to rest.
I see a variety of people from young children to the elderly.
Life can be overwhelming and difficult because of fear, depression, stress or a host of other problems.
Studying oneself utilizing a process where a trained therapist is involved, can be profitable to the point of changing things permanently.
Happiness certainly has to be one of life's biggest concerns. This is readily found when a person feels whole within themselves and at peace.
Being a calmer, at-ease person is quite possible when certain issues are put to rest.
Litten Psychology
EdS, NCSP
Verified Verified
Bridgewater, VA 22812
Do you or your child have problems in school? Have you ever wondered if there could be a learning or attention problem affecting academic performance? Litten Psychology provides psychoeducational testing for students of all ages and at all levels, preschool through graduate school.
Do you or your child have problems in school? Have you ever wondered if there could be a learning or attention problem affecting academic performance? Litten Psychology provides psychoeducational testing for students of all ages and at all levels, preschool through graduate school.
Chuck Richards
Pre-Licensed Professional, Chuck Richards, MA, Resdt
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with children between the ages of 5-16. I am accepting adults and Couples, who are looking for some support as they journey with eachother. I provide a safe and nurturing environment to help individuals and couples navigate life's challenges. I have extensive experience working with many children and families, from a variety of backgrounds and developmental stages. I take Medicaid and provide opportunities for clients to use a sliding scale to pay for services.
I specialize in working with children between the ages of 5-16. I am accepting adults and Couples, who are looking for some support as they journey with eachother. I provide a safe and nurturing environment to help individuals and couples navigate life's challenges. I have extensive experience working with many children and families, from a variety of backgrounds and developmental stages. I take Medicaid and provide opportunities for clients to use a sliding scale to pay for services.
Tamala K Gilardi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
I specialize in working with Adults, Children, Adolescents and Families.
My goal is to provide a therapy experience that is predicated upon compassion, enthusiasm and creativity. I understand that change can be uncomfortable and my treatment philosophy is to provide a supportive and safe therapeutic environment.
I specialize in working with Adults, Children, Adolescents and Families.
My goal is to provide a therapy experience that is predicated upon compassion, enthusiasm and creativity. I understand that change can be uncomfortable and my treatment philosophy is to provide a supportive and safe therapeutic environment.
Shenandoah Psychological Services, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, LCSW, LCP, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Now Accepting New Clients! All of our clinicians offer both in-person sessions and teletherapy. We work with children, adolescents, and adults in our Roanoke and Harrisonburg offices. Call our clinical coordinator at (540) 251-7728 ext. 1 to inquire about openings. Shenandoah Psychological Services offers an array of psychological and counseling options to suit your needs. We specialize in varying categories of counseling ranging from emotional and behavioral matters to substance abuse. We strive to offer the highest quality of psychological services in Roanoke city, the Shenandoah Valley, and surrounding areas.
Now Accepting New Clients! All of our clinicians offer both in-person sessions and teletherapy. We work with children, adolescents, and adults in our Roanoke and Harrisonburg offices. Call our clinical coordinator at (540) 251-7728 ext. 1 to inquire about openings. Shenandoah Psychological Services offers an array of psychological and counseling options to suit your needs. We specialize in varying categories of counseling ranging from emotional and behavioral matters to substance abuse. We strive to offer the highest quality of psychological services in Roanoke city, the Shenandoah Valley, and surrounding areas.
Travis Kessell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
In our lives, each of us will need the strength of another person, though, allowing another person to help takes great courage. As a therapist, I strive to provide a place where the courage to ask for help is met with compassion and patience as we embark on the path to healing together. I help clients with many common struggles (e.g., anxiety, depression, etc.) make the changes they want for a more fulfilling life. I work with children as young as 10 years old up through adults in individual, couple, and family settings.
In our lives, each of us will need the strength of another person, though, allowing another person to help takes great courage. As a therapist, I strive to provide a place where the courage to ask for help is met with compassion and patience as we embark on the path to healing together. I help clients with many common struggles (e.g., anxiety, depression, etc.) make the changes they want for a more fulfilling life. I work with children as young as 10 years old up through adults in individual, couple, and family settings.
Jessica Williams-Chase
Resident in School Psychology, EdS
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
We provide a range of psychological evaluations in Harrisonburg–for children, teens, and adults. Assessments for dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia (learning disabilities in reading, writing, and math). We also provide evaluations for ADHD and autism. And, because many of our clients also struggle with anxiety, depression, or similar, we can help sort out how these impact day-to-day functioning.
We provide a range of psychological evaluations in Harrisonburg–for children, teens, and adults. Assessments for dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia (learning disabilities in reading, writing, and math). We also provide evaluations for ADHD and autism. And, because many of our clients also struggle with anxiety, depression, or similar, we can help sort out how these impact day-to-day functioning.
Pathways to Wellness Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22807
I currently serve children and adults via teletherapy.
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! Do you feel like you have tried everything and it still isn't working? Are you tired of existing in life and not fully living life? Do you feel stuck, depressed, or anxious? I provide a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere so you can feel free to express your needs and work together on a plan that best fits your needs. I have worked in emergency crisis services, crisis management services, and trauma for years and this has brought with it the experience to be able to quickly meet and address your immediate needs and then work toward addressing the long-term needs.
I currently serve children and adults via teletherapy.
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! Do you feel like you have tried everything and it still isn't working? Are you tired of existing in life and not fully living life? Do you feel stuck, depressed, or anxious? I provide a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere so you can feel free to express your needs and work together on a plan that best fits your needs. I have worked in emergency crisis services, crisis management services, and trauma for years and this has brought with it the experience to be able to quickly meet and address your immediate needs and then work toward addressing the long-term needs.
Dawn Lanaville
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22803
Licensed in North Carolina and Virginia, and located in the Roanoke, Virginia, area, I provide Parental Capacity Evaluations, Parent Coaching, Parent Coordination and Consultation, civil and criminal assessments in court cases such as psychological/psychosexual evaluations, mental status, insanity, competency, and trauma therapy/assessment. I specialize in forensic and clinical assessments, domestic violence cases, child physical/sexual abuse, trauma, and law enforcement/corrections pre-employment assessments. My therapy focuses on trauma, dissociative disorders, and domestic violence.
Licensed in North Carolina and Virginia, and located in the Roanoke, Virginia, area, I provide Parental Capacity Evaluations, Parent Coaching, Parent Coordination and Consultation, civil and criminal assessments in court cases such as psychological/psychosexual evaluations, mental status, insanity, competency, and trauma therapy/assessment. I specialize in forensic and clinical assessments, domestic violence cases, child physical/sexual abuse, trauma, and law enforcement/corrections pre-employment assessments. My therapy focuses on trauma, dissociative disorders, and domestic violence.
Traketa Dillard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
For the last 10 years, I have been working to help people like you experience positive change and navigate difficult times in their lives with support, guidance, and encouragement. My experience in community mental health is diverse, working with children, youth, and adults. I value personal connection, compassion, and honesty in therapeutic work and appreciate the opportunity to offer direction which brings awareness and clarity during therapy. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I earned my Bachelor's Degree from Ferrum College and hold a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University.
For the last 10 years, I have been working to help people like you experience positive change and navigate difficult times in their lives with support, guidance, and encouragement. My experience in community mental health is diverse, working with children, youth, and adults. I value personal connection, compassion, and honesty in therapeutic work and appreciate the opportunity to offer direction which brings awareness and clarity during therapy. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I earned my Bachelor's Degree from Ferrum College and hold a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University.
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Child psychologists in Dayton, VA provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Dayton 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, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Dayton 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.