Therapists for Children in Russell County, VA
I’m passionate about supporting children and families in a warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment where they feel safe, understood, and empowered to grow.
My background in both therapy and teaching allows me to meet children where they are developmentally and create engaging, individualized approaches that help them build confidence, emotional regulation, communication skills, and resilience.
I’m passionate about supporting children and families in a warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment where they feel safe, understood, and empowered to grow.
My background in both therapy and teaching allows me to meet children where they are developmentally and create engaging, individualized approaches that help them build confidence, emotional regulation, communication skills, and resilience.
If you're a parent seeking support for your child, you’re looking for a therapist who radiates warmth and positivity—someone who can create a safe and nurturing space where your child can heal and grow.
With 20+ years of experience in trauma recovery and play therapy, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for healing. Specializing in PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, and depression, I use proven techniques tailored to each client. Whether supporting children or adults, I’m dedicated to compassionate care, helping clients build resilience and rediscover their strengths.
If you're a parent seeking support for your child, you’re looking for a therapist who radiates warmth and positivity—someone who can create a safe and nurturing space where your child can heal and grow.
With 20+ years of experience in trauma recovery and play therapy, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for healing. Specializing in PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, and depression, I use proven techniques tailored to each client. Whether supporting children or adults, I’m dedicated to compassionate care, helping clients build resilience and rediscover their strengths.
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If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or unsure how to move forward, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I am passionate about providing accessible, compassionate mental health counseling in rural communities, where support can sometimes feel out of reach. As a Resident in Counseling serving Southwest Virginia, I work with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, relationship challenges, and feelings of isolation. Many of my clients are balancing family, work, caregiving, or major life changes while quietly carrying emotional burdens.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or unsure how to move forward, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I am passionate about providing accessible, compassionate mental health counseling in rural communities, where support can sometimes feel out of reach. As a Resident in Counseling serving Southwest Virginia, I work with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, relationship challenges, and feelings of isolation. Many of my clients are balancing family, work, caregiving, or major life changes while quietly carrying emotional burdens.
If I had to name an ideal client, I would name anyone who needs to feel better about who they are, their situation and the life that they are living. Whether life has left you hopeless, you have lost your motivation, or substance use has left you dependent; I want to hear your story and offer person centered therapy to help you build back a "better you" with a "better life". A person doesn't become who they are overnight; life molds us into the people who we have become but therapy can mold us into the people we want to be! Let's build a professional relationship that will offer you healing, growth and positive changes within life!
If I had to name an ideal client, I would name anyone who needs to feel better about who they are, their situation and the life that they are living. Whether life has left you hopeless, you have lost your motivation, or substance use has left you dependent; I want to hear your story and offer person centered therapy to help you build back a "better you" with a "better life". A person doesn't become who they are overnight; life molds us into the people who we have become but therapy can mold us into the people we want to be! Let's build a professional relationship that will offer you healing, growth and positive changes within life!
MountainWELL Counseling, Inc.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, ACS
Bluefield, VA 24605
At MountainWELL Counseling, we believe in the resilience and strength that the mountains symbolize. Just as the mountains stand tall and unwavering through the seasons, we support our clients in finding their inner strength. Nestled in the heart of Southwest Virginia, our practice offers a serene and nurturing environment where you can embark on your journey to wellness.
At MountainWELL Counseling, we believe in the resilience and strength that the mountains symbolize. Just as the mountains stand tall and unwavering through the seasons, we support our clients in finding their inner strength. Nestled in the heart of Southwest Virginia, our practice offers a serene and nurturing environment where you can embark on your journey to wellness.
I work with children, teens, and adults that are living with grief, life-stressors, anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders.
I use an integrative approach to meet each individual person's needs. There are so many factors that affect a person's mental health. There are so many moments in life that feel impossible to get through. I will help you figure out what you need to get through each moment because the small moments add up to long term progress.
I work with children, teens, and adults that are living with grief, life-stressors, anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders.
I use an integrative approach to meet each individual person's needs. There are so many factors that affect a person's mental health. There are so many moments in life that feel impossible to get through. I will help you figure out what you need to get through each moment because the small moments add up to long term progress.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Life transitions can feel overwhelming, whether you’re adjusting to parenthood, balancing care for both children and aging parents, or stepping into adulthood.
Hello, I'm Dora Smith. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, in the state of Virginia and South Carolina. I am a former teacher who worked with the regular and special education environment. I received my Bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama and my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health from the University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg, Kentucky. I work with individuals, couples, and adolescents to improve relationship concerns, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, post-partum, grief, life transitions, ADHD, PTSD, and addictions. I believe everyone can overcome their struggles with support and genuine effort.
Life transitions can feel overwhelming, whether you’re adjusting to parenthood, balancing care for both children and aging parents, or stepping into adulthood.
Hello, I'm Dora Smith. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, in the state of Virginia and South Carolina. I am a former teacher who worked with the regular and special education environment. I received my Bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama and my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health from the University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg, Kentucky. I work with individuals, couples, and adolescents to improve relationship concerns, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, post-partum, grief, life transitions, ADHD, PTSD, and addictions. I believe everyone can overcome their struggles with support and genuine effort.
I specialize in helping adolescents and adults realize their maximum potential by assisting with overcoming struggles, stress, and trauma.
I specialize in helping adolescents and adults realize their maximum potential by assisting with overcoming struggles, stress, and trauma.
Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in various settings such as school, community and intensive in home.
Building a relationship based on meaningful connections is the first step in healing! Therapy is about supporting individuals in their journey towards personal growth and emotional wellbeing! Everyone deserves a voice and to be heard. I would be honored to hear your voice! I provide individuals with a safe space, tools, and support to achieve their goals and promote independence. I use DBT techniques to encourage healthy coping skills, increased communication, increased emotional awareness/emotional regulation and increased self awareness!
I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in various settings such as school, community and intensive in home.
Building a relationship based on meaningful connections is the first step in healing! Therapy is about supporting individuals in their journey towards personal growth and emotional wellbeing! Everyone deserves a voice and to be heard. I would be honored to hear your voice! I provide individuals with a safe space, tools, and support to achieve their goals and promote independence. I use DBT techniques to encourage healthy coping skills, increased communication, increased emotional awareness/emotional regulation and increased self awareness!
Family Refuge Center of Southwest Virginia
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Abingdon, VA 24210
Welcome to the Family Refuge Center of Southwest Virginia, where individuals and their families find support, resources, and healing. We specialize in providing short-term services aimed at addressing immediate concerns and fostering positive change within an individual's life or within their family dynamics. Our team of experienced counselors is dedicated to guiding families through challenges, offering practical strategies, and empowering them to navigate life's complexities together.
Welcome to the Family Refuge Center of Southwest Virginia, where individuals and their families find support, resources, and healing. We specialize in providing short-term services aimed at addressing immediate concerns and fostering positive change within an individual's life or within their family dynamics. Our team of experienced counselors is dedicated to guiding families through challenges, offering practical strategies, and empowering them to navigate life's complexities together.
Appointments available this week! It's time you feel understood, and that starts with a therapist who loves what they do. At Lifebulb, we’ve made it our mission to create a space where clinicians can thrive, so you can, too. Whether in person or through telehealth, our licensed therapists are here to guide you toward your goals.
Appointments available this week! It's time you feel understood, and that starts with a therapist who loves what they do. At Lifebulb, we’ve made it our mission to create a space where clinicians can thrive, so you can, too. Whether in person or through telehealth, our licensed therapists are here to guide you toward your goals.
Therapy helps individuals, couples, and families understand those patterns, communicate more effectively, set healthier boundaries, and support children without carrying everything alone.
You may be looking for a place where you feel understood, supported, and equipped with tools to handle life’s challenges. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship stress, or family dynamics, I offer therapy tailored to your unique needs. My goal is to provide a safe space where you can work through challenges, improve communication.
Therapy helps individuals, couples, and families understand those patterns, communicate more effectively, set healthier boundaries, and support children without carrying everything alone.
You may be looking for a place where you feel understood, supported, and equipped with tools to handle life’s challenges. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship stress, or family dynamics, I offer therapy tailored to your unique needs. My goal is to provide a safe space where you can work through challenges, improve communication.
Do worries impact your ability to focus on what matters most? Has life got you down and you’re not sure why? Maybe you do know why, but you don’t feel comfortable sharing with family and friends? Are you facing relationship challenges or maybe you're struggling with loving yourself? Mainstream Mental Health Services believes in providing goal-directed, person-centered counseling to individuals seeking support with life’s challenges. It is our mission to support our clients to develop the skills, understanding and overall ability to manage their mind and enhance their quality of life.
Do worries impact your ability to focus on what matters most? Has life got you down and you’re not sure why? Maybe you do know why, but you don’t feel comfortable sharing with family and friends? Are you facing relationship challenges or maybe you're struggling with loving yourself? Mainstream Mental Health Services believes in providing goal-directed, person-centered counseling to individuals seeking support with life’s challenges. It is our mission to support our clients to develop the skills, understanding and overall ability to manage their mind and enhance their quality of life.
Bring your pain, your struggles, your unspoken burdens, and the weight you’ve carried for far too long. If you’re feeling lost in your anxiety, grief, or trauma, I’m here to listen, understand, and walk beside you. As a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor with years of experience, I specialize in helping clients who are navigating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and the everyday challenges that affect their well-being.
Bring your pain, your struggles, your unspoken burdens, and the weight you’ve carried for far too long. If you’re feeling lost in your anxiety, grief, or trauma, I’m here to listen, understand, and walk beside you. As a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor with years of experience, I specialize in helping clients who are navigating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and the everyday challenges that affect their well-being.
Play is the child’s natural language.
My background allows me to connect with clients on a deeper level, fostering a supportive and empathetic environment where growth and healing can occur. My therapeutic method centers on nurturing the complete individual, embracing both strengths and difficulties. We will develop useful strategies together for managing feelings of being overwhelmed.
Play is the child’s natural language.
My background allows me to connect with clients on a deeper level, fostering a supportive and empathetic environment where growth and healing can occur. My therapeutic method centers on nurturing the complete individual, embracing both strengths and difficulties. We will develop useful strategies together for managing feelings of being overwhelmed.
I specialize in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs. Whether you’re struggling with daily stress, overwhelming emotions, or the lasting impact of painful experiences, I provide a safe and supportive space to help you heal, grow, and reconnect with your strengths.
Together, we’ll work to uncover the roots of your challenges, build effective coping skills, and create lasting change. I use evidence-based approaches to guide the process and believe therapy should feel like a partnership.
I specialize in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs. Whether you’re struggling with daily stress, overwhelming emotions, or the lasting impact of painful experiences, I provide a safe and supportive space to help you heal, grow, and reconnect with your strengths.
Together, we’ll work to uncover the roots of your challenges, build effective coping skills, and create lasting change. I use evidence-based approaches to guide the process and believe therapy should feel like a partnership.
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families throughout my career, adopting a holistic approach to provide the best support and experience possible.
I integrate various therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, to tailor my sessions to the unique needs of each individual. Additionally, I utilize a trauma-informed approach to ensure that my methods are sensitive to those who have experienced trauma.
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families throughout my career, adopting a holistic approach to provide the best support and experience possible.
I integrate various therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, to tailor my sessions to the unique needs of each individual. Additionally, I utilize a trauma-informed approach to ensure that my methods are sensitive to those who have experienced trauma.
I specialize in working with adults, children and teens to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your challenges, gain clarity, and begin to move forward with confidence and purpose.
My approach blends EMDR for trauma and PTSD, CBT for reshaping unhelpful thoughts, and DBT for building emotional regulation and relationship skills. I also offer equine and canine assisted psychotherapy, nature therapy, and walk and talk therapy. I tailor therapy to your needs so you feel seen, supported, and empowered every step of the way.
I specialize in working with adults, children and teens to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your challenges, gain clarity, and begin to move forward with confidence and purpose.
My approach blends EMDR for trauma and PTSD, CBT for reshaping unhelpful thoughts, and DBT for building emotional regulation and relationship skills. I also offer equine and canine assisted psychotherapy, nature therapy, and walk and talk therapy. I tailor therapy to your needs so you feel seen, supported, and empowered every step of the way.
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FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviors change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
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
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
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 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.