Therapists for Toddlers in Belfair, WA

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Ruth Currah
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Belfair, WA 98528
I use an interdisciplinary approach, which means I use different styles of counseling to meet the different needs and personalities of clients. I always allow their feedback so they remain comfortable. I try and meet their perceptual needs, emotional needs, cognitive needs, situational needs, and respect their individual personalities. I have worked with all ages, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds (including the Middle and Far East), and social economic backgrounds.
I use an interdisciplinary approach, which means I use different styles of counseling to meet the different needs and personalities of clients. I always allow their feedback so they remain comfortable. I try and meet their perceptual needs, emotional needs, cognitive needs, situational needs, and respect their individual personalities. I have worked with all ages, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds (including the Middle and Far East), and social economic backgrounds.
(253) 201-2475 View (253) 201-2475
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Dani Rylander
Counselor, MS, LMHC-A
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
At Dani R Counseling, we use a person-centered approach that prioritizes each client’s experiences, feelings, and perspectives, creating an environment where clients feel understood and accepted. This approach is grounded in the belief that every person has the inherent capacity for growth and self-actualization. During sessions, your counselor acts as a facilitator of your therapeutic process in a safe, non-judgmental space that empowers you to set the direction and pace for your own healing journey. Don’t worry though! You will have the help you need along the way.
At Dani R Counseling, we use a person-centered approach that prioritizes each client’s experiences, feelings, and perspectives, creating an environment where clients feel understood and accepted. This approach is grounded in the belief that every person has the inherent capacity for growth and self-actualization. During sessions, your counselor acts as a facilitator of your therapeutic process in a safe, non-judgmental space that empowers you to set the direction and pace for your own healing journey. Don’t worry though! You will have the help you need along the way.
(360) 227-0902 View (360) 227-0902

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MindSource Center, LLC
Counselor, LMHC, MEd, LBAT
Serves Area
Parenting a child with autism or other developmental delays can be challenging. The usual strategies that work with other children often do not work well at all with a child who struggles with sensory processing differences, anxiety or other issues that go along with neurodevelopment conditions. Expert guidance from our autism specialists can help you feel and be more effective as a parent and fully enjoy your relationship with your child. Our behavioral services (ABA) is designed to accelerate your child's development and build lifelong skills for learning and independence.
Parenting a child with autism or other developmental delays can be challenging. The usual strategies that work with other children often do not work well at all with a child who struggles with sensory processing differences, anxiety or other issues that go along with neurodevelopment conditions. Expert guidance from our autism specialists can help you feel and be more effective as a parent and fully enjoy your relationship with your child. Our behavioral services (ABA) is designed to accelerate your child's development and build lifelong skills for learning and independence.
(253) 655-2249 View (253) 655-2249
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Dr Connie Sharp
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
Relationships are important. Your relationship with yourself impacts your relationship with others. Your relationships with others (coworkers, neighbors, family) play a significant role in your life and theirs. You may even have pets and/or a spiritual nature. These, too, are relational. The only person you can change is yourself. Changing yourself changes your world, which includes all these relationships.
Relationships are important. Your relationship with yourself impacts your relationship with others. Your relationships with others (coworkers, neighbors, family) play a significant role in your life and theirs. You may even have pets and/or a spiritual nature. These, too, are relational. The only person you can change is yourself. Changing yourself changes your world, which includes all these relationships.
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Kristen McClintock
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHS
2 Endorsed
Olympia, WA 98506
Waitlist for new clients
Are you tired of sticker charts and time-outs? Ever feel like these behavior-based ways of parenting seem to leave you and your child frustrated, alone, and involved in a seemingly never-ending power struggle? Luckily, there’s another way. A way that feels more instinctual, loving, and fun. Plus, it’s backed by neuroscience! Even the most puzzling behaviors are a kids way of communicating to their grown ups. But it does take a bit of curiosity to understand it. Together, we can approach your child with compassion so you both feel less alone, and you can regain access your parenting intuition.
Are you tired of sticker charts and time-outs? Ever feel like these behavior-based ways of parenting seem to leave you and your child frustrated, alone, and involved in a seemingly never-ending power struggle? Luckily, there’s another way. A way that feels more instinctual, loving, and fun. Plus, it’s backed by neuroscience! Even the most puzzling behaviors are a kids way of communicating to their grown ups. But it does take a bit of curiosity to understand it. Together, we can approach your child with compassion so you both feel less alone, and you can regain access your parenting intuition.
(360) 979-1259 View (360) 979-1259
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Emma Sanchez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, MSW
Seattle, WA 98125
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist and first-generation immigrant who deeply believes in hope—the kind that keeps playing like music even when we cannot hear it. I believe in each person’s innate ability to find peace within themselves and in their relationships. I am passionate about the ripple effect of healing and how it can be passed from one generation to the next. I recognize that the world does not always make space for us to fully be who we are. In therapy, I enjoy walking alongside my clients as they explore who they are to themselves, who they are seen as, and who they are becoming.
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist and first-generation immigrant who deeply believes in hope—the kind that keeps playing like music even when we cannot hear it. I believe in each person’s innate ability to find peace within themselves and in their relationships. I am passionate about the ripple effect of healing and how it can be passed from one generation to the next. I recognize that the world does not always make space for us to fully be who we are. In therapy, I enjoy walking alongside my clients as they explore who they are to themselves, who they are seen as, and who they are becoming.
(206) 566-0681 View (206) 566-0681
Photo of Marieka Miller - Marieka Miller & The Evolved Athlete's Institute , Psychologist, PsyD
My professional experience, academic emphasis, and personal passion aims at helping clients experience their full potential. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I also work as a performance consultant for competitive athletes and coaches using mental skills training. I earned my doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University and have fifteen years of clinical experience in private practice throughout western Washington.
My professional experience, academic emphasis, and personal passion aims at helping clients experience their full potential. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I also work as a performance consultant for competitive athletes and coaches using mental skills training. I earned my doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University and have fifteen years of clinical experience in private practice throughout western Washington.
(206) 693-4815 View (206) 693-4815
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Pam Dell Fitzgerald
Psychologist, PhD
Seattle, WA 98119
I work with people of all ages—child, adolescent, and adult. I have strengths in working with children, with people experiencing depression, anxiety, and trauma reactions, and with people who have been abused in the past. My goals are to help you make the changes you are ready to make, and to help relieve the struggles you are having.
I work with people of all ages—child, adolescent, and adult. I have strengths in working with children, with people experiencing depression, anxiety, and trauma reactions, and with people who have been abused in the past. My goals are to help you make the changes you are ready to make, and to help relieve the struggles you are having.
(425) 428-6894 x1167 View (425) 428-6894 x1167
LifeStance Health
Counselor, LHMC
Tacoma, WA 98405
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
(253) 352-3028 View (253) 352-3028
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April Daye
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA, SUDPT
Online Only
I am a retired Army combat veteran and mother of five, with children ages 11–28. I partner with clients to meet their unique needs and goals. I have experience supporting individuals, families, couples, and groups in overcoming trauma, PTSD, substance use, depression, grief, sexual trauma, abuse, anxiety, stress, boundaries, parenting, and relationship challenges. My mission is to provide quality care and help clients achieve their goals. Taking time to T.A.L.K. can lead to breakthroughs, innovative ideas, and stronger communication.
I am a retired Army combat veteran and mother of five, with children ages 11–28. I partner with clients to meet their unique needs and goals. I have experience supporting individuals, families, couples, and groups in overcoming trauma, PTSD, substance use, depression, grief, sexual trauma, abuse, anxiety, stress, boundaries, parenting, and relationship challenges. My mission is to provide quality care and help clients achieve their goals. Taking time to T.A.L.K. can lead to breakthroughs, innovative ideas, and stronger communication.
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Deborah Skalabrin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Online Only
Accepting NEW clients - Parents, Young Adults, Adults. If you're a parent struggling to understand and help your child with behavior challenges, Oppositional Defiance, Asperger's, Autism or Anxiety, let's work together toward real change using skillls of understanding, empathy, connection, and collaborative problem-solving. We'll explore exciting new ways to parent that move away from conflict, time-outs, and consequences, so you and your child can move forward more cooperatively in a healthier and happier direction.
Accepting NEW clients - Parents, Young Adults, Adults. If you're a parent struggling to understand and help your child with behavior challenges, Oppositional Defiance, Asperger's, Autism or Anxiety, let's work together toward real change using skillls of understanding, empathy, connection, and collaborative problem-solving. We'll explore exciting new ways to parent that move away from conflict, time-outs, and consequences, so you and your child can move forward more cooperatively in a healthier and happier direction.
(509) 408-3058 View (509) 408-3058
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Kerry Ragain
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Therapy is a space to come home to yourself. Together, we will create a safe and compassionate place to breathe as we listen to what your heart and body are trying to say. In the quiet of that listening, new understanding begins to unfold. Old pain softens, self-trust returns, and you start to feel more alive, connected, and whole. My work is to walk beside you as you rediscover the deeper rhythm of your own healing.
Therapy is a space to come home to yourself. Together, we will create a safe and compassionate place to breathe as we listen to what your heart and body are trying to say. In the quiet of that listening, new understanding begins to unfold. Old pain softens, self-trust returns, and you start to feel more alive, connected, and whole. My work is to walk beside you as you rediscover the deeper rhythm of your own healing.
(425) 358-4857 View (425) 358-4857
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Jen John
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MEd
Seattle, WA 98103
I work with individuals (5+) of all genders and identities experiencing anxiety and/or in a time of transition. I enjoy working with college-age individuals blending the space between teenager and adulthood; individuals in their 20's figuring out their dating goals, navigating the dating scene and their careers; parents helping their children (3+) develop autonomy and secure attachments. Building relationships is a foundational piece of our work together and I work to meet you where you are.
I work with individuals (5+) of all genders and identities experiencing anxiety and/or in a time of transition. I enjoy working with college-age individuals blending the space between teenager and adulthood; individuals in their 20's figuring out their dating goals, navigating the dating scene and their careers; parents helping their children (3+) develop autonomy and secure attachments. Building relationships is a foundational piece of our work together and I work to meet you where you are.
(206) 222-3439 View (206) 222-3439
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Jennifer Winter Bernert
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Online Only
I am licensed in the state of Washington as well as California and can see clients in either state. I am only offering Telehealth sessions at this time. I specialize in managing anxiety and depression and healing from Complex PTSD. If you feel held hostage by your thoughts or your feelings... if you feel like it is difficult to be present with yourself or in your relationships... if you wonder if your childhood experiences might be causing you more suffering in adulthood than you thought... if you want a shift but don't know how to get there.... I can help.
I am licensed in the state of Washington as well as California and can see clients in either state. I am only offering Telehealth sessions at this time. I specialize in managing anxiety and depression and healing from Complex PTSD. If you feel held hostage by your thoughts or your feelings... if you feel like it is difficult to be present with yourself or in your relationships... if you wonder if your childhood experiences might be causing you more suffering in adulthood than you thought... if you want a shift but don't know how to get there.... I can help.
(206) 922-4646 View (206) 922-4646
Stefanie Talmadge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Seattle, WA 98118
I believe that every individual has the ability to make change, heal and grow. I will create a supportive environment where you will be heard, new skills can be learned and also practiced. My treatment methods are grounded in evidence-based models, while allowing for the flexibility to individualize to best meet your needs. I want to make therapy work for you and know that no approach is perfect for everyone. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), exposure, Mindfulness techniques and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Together we will decide what works for you.
I believe that every individual has the ability to make change, heal and grow. I will create a supportive environment where you will be heard, new skills can be learned and also practiced. My treatment methods are grounded in evidence-based models, while allowing for the flexibility to individualize to best meet your needs. I want to make therapy work for you and know that no approach is perfect for everyone. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), exposure, Mindfulness techniques and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Together we will decide what works for you.
(206) 207-4676 View (206) 207-4676
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Integrated Therapy Services NW, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
University Place, WA 98466
Now Accepting Molina and Coordinated Care Clients! Integrated Therapy Services (ITS) is dedicated to serving our community by supporting individuals, couples, and families through their lifelong journey of emotional growth and personal development. Our providers come together from the fields of Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, and Mental Health Counseling to provide the highest quality mental health services based in the most advanced research in a warm and inviting environment. We deliver innovative and personalized treatment with compassion and care. Telehealth or in-person appointments are available.
Now Accepting Molina and Coordinated Care Clients! Integrated Therapy Services (ITS) is dedicated to serving our community by supporting individuals, couples, and families through their lifelong journey of emotional growth and personal development. Our providers come together from the fields of Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, and Mental Health Counseling to provide the highest quality mental health services based in the most advanced research in a warm and inviting environment. We deliver innovative and personalized treatment with compassion and care. Telehealth or in-person appointments are available.
(253) 214-9742 View (253) 214-9742
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Elizabeth Hawkins
Psychologist, PhD, MPH
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a licensed psychologist with a private practice specializing in anxiety disorders, relationships, parenting, and child/adolescent development. I also work with individuals who are highly sensitive, gifted, or high-performing, people who often feel the weight of things more acutely and benefit from a space that meets that depth. My approach is collaborative and evidence-based, drawing from ACT, DBT, IFS, relational and compassion-focused approaches, and integrative mind-body health. Together, we work to identify patterns that aren't serving you and build skills toward a fuller, more meaningful life.
I'm a licensed psychologist with a private practice specializing in anxiety disorders, relationships, parenting, and child/adolescent development. I also work with individuals who are highly sensitive, gifted, or high-performing, people who often feel the weight of things more acutely and benefit from a space that meets that depth. My approach is collaborative and evidence-based, drawing from ACT, DBT, IFS, relational and compassion-focused approaches, and integrative mind-body health. Together, we work to identify patterns that aren't serving you and build skills toward a fuller, more meaningful life.
(206) 312-7913 View (206) 312-7913
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The Psy Center
Psychologist, PhD
Seattle, WA 98107
Most people don’t come to therapy or seek an evaluation because they have everything figured out—they come because something isn’t working, and they’re not sure what to do next. You may be noticing difficulty with attention, behavior, emotional regulation, anxiety, trauma, or challenges at school, work, or in relationships. For some, the question is “What’s going on?” For others, it’s “How do I fix this?” Our practice is designed to answer both. We provide comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations alongside targeted therapy, allowing us to move beyond surface-level support into clear, structured understanding.
Most people don’t come to therapy or seek an evaluation because they have everything figured out—they come because something isn’t working, and they’re not sure what to do next. You may be noticing difficulty with attention, behavior, emotional regulation, anxiety, trauma, or challenges at school, work, or in relationships. For some, the question is “What’s going on?” For others, it’s “How do I fix this?” Our practice is designed to answer both. We provide comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations alongside targeted therapy, allowing us to move beyond surface-level support into clear, structured understanding.
(206) 678-1745 View (206) 678-1745
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Jasmine Sanchez
Pre-Licensed Professional
4 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98102
Hi, I am Jasmine! I am here to help you navigate complex issues with clarity, empathy, and, when welcome, a touch of humor. My approach is grounded in authenticity, compassion, and creating a collaborative space where you feel heard, understood, and supported. As a first-generation college student and the youngest daughter of immigrant parents, I also recognize the complexities of balancing different identities, values, and expectations between cultures. Whether you want to explore life transitions, navigate stress, or chat about the messy-in-between moments, I'll be here.
Hi, I am Jasmine! I am here to help you navigate complex issues with clarity, empathy, and, when welcome, a touch of humor. My approach is grounded in authenticity, compassion, and creating a collaborative space where you feel heard, understood, and supported. As a first-generation college student and the youngest daughter of immigrant parents, I also recognize the complexities of balancing different identities, values, and expectations between cultures. Whether you want to explore life transitions, navigate stress, or chat about the messy-in-between moments, I'll be here.
(206) 672-7366 View (206) 672-7366
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Reid Boyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LIACSW
Seattle, WA 98133
Reid Avery Boyer, MSW is a trauma-informed therapist specializing in children, adolescents, and families navigating behavioral, emotional, and relational challenges. She earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Washington and brings experience across community mental health and state services.
Reid Avery Boyer, MSW is a trauma-informed therapist specializing in children, adolescents, and families navigating behavioral, emotional, and relational challenges. She earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Washington and brings experience across community mental health and state services.
(206) 899-4539 View (206) 899-4539

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FAQ - About Therapy for Toddlers and Preschoolers
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.