Child Therapists in Moses Lake, WA
Julirae Gunter Castleton
Counselor, GAL, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Moses Lake, WA 98837
Phoenix Counseling Services' mission is to promote individual growth and development throughout the lifespan. We honor the unique strengths and challenges of our clients, while working to enhance life skills, coping strategies, and interpersonal relationships. We value our passion and commitment to our clients' well-being, our ability to model and demonstrate self-care and balance, flexibility and creativeness in our efforts to assist clients, and the integrity in all our actions.
Phoenix Counseling Services' mission is to promote individual growth and development throughout the lifespan. We honor the unique strengths and challenges of our clients, while working to enhance life skills, coping strategies, and interpersonal relationships. We value our passion and commitment to our clients' well-being, our ability to model and demonstrate self-care and balance, flexibility and creativeness in our efforts to assist clients, and the integrity in all our actions.
Rachael A Sewell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SUDP, CMHS
Verified Verified
Moses Lake, WA 98837
As a therapist, I believe my role is to provide person-centered support and guidance for individuals, couples and families of all ages. Together we can begin to tackle some of life’s most tough challenges and develop concrete skills to cope and grow. Struggles in family/couple dynamics, work/academic stress, parenting, communication, grief, anger, gender/sexuality and addictions are just a few areas of which we could focus along with personal growth and self-esteem.
As a therapist, I believe my role is to provide person-centered support and guidance for individuals, couples and families of all ages. Together we can begin to tackle some of life’s most tough challenges and develop concrete skills to cope and grow. Struggles in family/couple dynamics, work/academic stress, parenting, communication, grief, anger, gender/sexuality and addictions are just a few areas of which we could focus along with personal growth and self-esteem.
Online Therapists
Kaaren Goeller-Bloom
Counselor, MA, LMHCA , NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spokane, WA 99202
Greetings! I'm Kaaren ("car-in" the garage). I work with individuals, both adults and children aged 12 and under. I have a particular interest in supporting those in mid- to later stages of aging, including end-of-life. Namely, how to find meaningful ways to navigate changes in one's capabilities and social support systems. For children grappling with emotional, behavioral, and relational difficulties, I employ developmentally appropriate methods such as play therapy to understand their sense of self and others. I help parents decipher their child's needs and behaviors so they can respond more effectively.
Greetings! I'm Kaaren ("car-in" the garage). I work with individuals, both adults and children aged 12 and under. I have a particular interest in supporting those in mid- to later stages of aging, including end-of-life. Namely, how to find meaningful ways to navigate changes in one's capabilities and social support systems. For children grappling with emotional, behavioral, and relational difficulties, I employ developmentally appropriate methods such as play therapy to understand their sense of self and others. I help parents decipher their child's needs and behaviors so they can respond more effectively.
Max Kovatch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CMHS, MHP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Richland, WA 99352
If you or your child are experiencing any of these, please know there is an active solution to help with this! My specialty involves "tweens" (ages 10-13) with a clinical focus around ADHD, ODD, trauma, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem.
**AS OF 04/23/2024: CURRENTLY ACCEPTING A FEW NEW CLIENTS** Trying to focus on one task at a time can be challenging and sometimes boring. Emotions then take over and you find ways to release that tension in a negative way. During this time, it can cause conflict between family members, peers, and/or significant others. These negative thoughts/actions are easy to express and obvious strengths are pushed to the side. Having someone who has gone through this personally/professionally can provide active solutions, which can help develop a sense of ease and comfort within the family and individual.
If you or your child are experiencing any of these, please know there is an active solution to help with this! My specialty involves "tweens" (ages 10-13) with a clinical focus around ADHD, ODD, trauma, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem.
**AS OF 04/23/2024: CURRENTLY ACCEPTING A FEW NEW CLIENTS** Trying to focus on one task at a time can be challenging and sometimes boring. Emotions then take over and you find ways to release that tension in a negative way. During this time, it can cause conflict between family members, peers, and/or significant others. These negative thoughts/actions are easy to express and obvious strengths are pushed to the side. Having someone who has gone through this personally/professionally can provide active solutions, which can help develop a sense of ease and comfort within the family and individual.
Ellie Wadsworth
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spokane, WA 99201
In addition to working with adults, I also offer Parent-Child Interact Therapy to kids ages 2-7 who are experiencing behavioral issues.
Throughout life, the struggles we face can leave us feeling as though we are wandering through a never-ending desert without shade, water, or comfort in sight. This can lead us to feeling exhausted, alone, and hopeless. Juniper NW Counseling is about offering that moment of shade, a space to rest, heal and be restored. Whether your desert is depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, isolation in relationships, feelings of inadequacy, or parenting challenges, I work to create a non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to share about the most vulnerable parts of your desert.
In addition to working with adults, I also offer Parent-Child Interact Therapy to kids ages 2-7 who are experiencing behavioral issues.
Throughout life, the struggles we face can leave us feeling as though we are wandering through a never-ending desert without shade, water, or comfort in sight. This can lead us to feeling exhausted, alone, and hopeless. Juniper NW Counseling is about offering that moment of shade, a space to rest, heal and be restored. Whether your desert is depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, isolation in relationships, feelings of inadequacy, or parenting challenges, I work to create a non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to share about the most vulnerable parts of your desert.
Cristen Seiders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99201 (Online Only)
Have you had difficulties connecting with a therapist before? It can feel overwhelming starting your therapy journey, and I am here to help you heal as you are ready. I have experience working as a trauma therapist and a clinical supervisor, and my focus area includes working with those affected by PTSD, human trafficking, sexual abuse, physical abuse, and emotional abuse. I have practiced through counseling centers, a human trafficking safe house, and human trafficking task force. I also provide services to children and adolescents experiencing behavioral struggles, school issues, self-harm/suicidal ideation, and other concerns.
Have you had difficulties connecting with a therapist before? It can feel overwhelming starting your therapy journey, and I am here to help you heal as you are ready. I have experience working as a trauma therapist and a clinical supervisor, and my focus area includes working with those affected by PTSD, human trafficking, sexual abuse, physical abuse, and emotional abuse. I have practiced through counseling centers, a human trafficking safe house, and human trafficking task force. I also provide services to children and adolescents experiencing behavioral struggles, school issues, self-harm/suicidal ideation, and other concerns.
Elizabeth Maurer
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Roslyn, WA 98941
I provide psychotherapy, consultation and referral services for adults, and play therapy for children. Anxiety and depression impact most people at some point in their lives. In my work with patients, I strive to listen deeply. In my experience, being truly listened to is rare, and helps a lot. Being with someone who strives to understand you without judgment increases a capacity to feel more love and satisfaction. I know that disturbing thoughts, feelings and behaviors have meaning. When these meanings can be understood, life starts to feel better. This work can help you to begin to heal, but it is a process.
I provide psychotherapy, consultation and referral services for adults, and play therapy for children. Anxiety and depression impact most people at some point in their lives. In my work with patients, I strive to listen deeply. In my experience, being truly listened to is rare, and helps a lot. Being with someone who strives to understand you without judgment increases a capacity to feel more love and satisfaction. I know that disturbing thoughts, feelings and behaviors have meaning. When these meanings can be understood, life starts to feel better. This work can help you to begin to heal, but it is a process.
Andi Eberhardt
Counselor, MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Spokane, WA 99201 (Online Only)
I currently hold a Washington State Associate License in Mental Health Counseling after receiving my Master’s in Counseling from Central Washington University. Prior to this I received a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Western Washington University. My primary work in therapy has been with children and teens, though I have also spent a great deal of time working with adults of all ages in individual and couples counseling. My main areas of focus include adjustment issues/life transitions, mood and anxiety disorders, behavioral issues, attachment issues, family issues, identity issues, family trauma, parenting, and mindfulness.
I currently hold a Washington State Associate License in Mental Health Counseling after receiving my Master’s in Counseling from Central Washington University. Prior to this I received a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Western Washington University. My primary work in therapy has been with children and teens, though I have also spent a great deal of time working with adults of all ages in individual and couples counseling. My main areas of focus include adjustment issues/life transitions, mood and anxiety disorders, behavioral issues, attachment issues, family issues, identity issues, family trauma, parenting, and mindfulness.
Dana Fuller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99217
I have had the privilege of working with children, teens, adolescents, and adults from all walks of life.
You have your own personal journey that has brought you too today. Each individual, couple, and family have unique circumstances and personal aspects to bring to the therapy process. You are recognizing it would be helpful to talk with someone that can help sort out the thoughts, emotions, and life situations that led you here. Working together we can determine what is significant to your journey. We will build a relationship that is safe and open to explore vulnerable aspects of your life that will lead to personal insights, improve coping skills, and create lasting change.
I have had the privilege of working with children, teens, adolescents, and adults from all walks of life.
You have your own personal journey that has brought you too today. Each individual, couple, and family have unique circumstances and personal aspects to bring to the therapy process. You are recognizing it would be helpful to talk with someone that can help sort out the thoughts, emotions, and life situations that led you here. Working together we can determine what is significant to your journey. We will build a relationship that is safe and open to explore vulnerable aspects of your life that will lead to personal insights, improve coping skills, and create lasting change.
Caitlynn Vogl
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CASDCS
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99201
If you are a parent or caregiver who is having a difficult time finding support for your children or teens during this time, I want you to know I am here to help. I provide a warm and caring relationship where children and families can express themselves, grow independently, adjust to life's difficult circumstances and find a way to navigate relationships both in and out of the family. I specialize in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and ego state therapy in my practice but am experienced in a variety of therapies and want to ensure children and their families feel supported in whatever therapy model is chosen.
If you are a parent or caregiver who is having a difficult time finding support for your children or teens during this time, I want you to know I am here to help. I provide a warm and caring relationship where children and families can express themselves, grow independently, adjust to life's difficult circumstances and find a way to navigate relationships both in and out of the family. I specialize in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and ego state therapy in my practice but am experienced in a variety of therapies and want to ensure children and their families feel supported in whatever therapy model is chosen.
Laurie Higgins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spokane, WA 99218 (Online Only)
I have also worked in community mental health, as a crisis responder, and as a child mental health specialist.
I currently work with individuals ages 7 and up and treat a variety of diagnoses. My primary approach is cognitive behavioral therapy, which has been shown to be one of the most effective therapies for addressing symptoms of many major mental health diagnoses. I am also trained in, and utilize tools from, other modalities including dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), polyvagal therapy, exposure and response prevention, attachment therapy and parent child interactive therapy. In addition to my social work background, I am also a Registered Nurse and truly believe in a holistic mind/body approach to wellness.
I have also worked in community mental health, as a crisis responder, and as a child mental health specialist.
I currently work with individuals ages 7 and up and treat a variety of diagnoses. My primary approach is cognitive behavioral therapy, which has been shown to be one of the most effective therapies for addressing symptoms of many major mental health diagnoses. I am also trained in, and utilize tools from, other modalities including dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), polyvagal therapy, exposure and response prevention, attachment therapy and parent child interactive therapy. In addition to my social work background, I am also a Registered Nurse and truly believe in a holistic mind/body approach to wellness.
Maria Guadalupe Bazzell
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHS, NCC
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99201
If you've been thinking about starting counseling but you're not sure, start today anyway. I am a licensed mental health therapist in Washington State and identify as a cisgender Latinx woman who also speaks Spanish. I have been working in the counseling field for over 8 years and have really enjoyed working with young children and their caregivers. I have specialized training and techniques that can support you and your family strengthen your family unit and build up your supports and tools you need to have better communication while strengthening your relationships.
If you've been thinking about starting counseling but you're not sure, start today anyway. I am a licensed mental health therapist in Washington State and identify as a cisgender Latinx woman who also speaks Spanish. I have been working in the counseling field for over 8 years and have really enjoyed working with young children and their caregivers. I have specialized training and techniques that can support you and your family strengthen your family unit and build up your supports and tools you need to have better communication while strengthening your relationships.
Jacque Berkeihiser
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99202 (Online Only)
Utilizing my experience from providing assessment and treatment to children and adults in many different treatment settings, including 6 1/2 years on staff at Seattle Children's Hospital in the inpatient psychiatric unit and outpatient therapy clinic, I create evidenced based treatment plans to help you meet your goals.
When first beginning treatment, I focus on building trust and relationship. It is important to me that you feel comfortable and we will move at your pace. I am relaxed in my practice and my aim is for this to be a time that is helpful for you. I incorporate many different treatment modalities depending on the individual need of the client. I specialize in treatment of anxiety disorders, including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder; behavior disorders, depression, and ADHD.
Utilizing my experience from providing assessment and treatment to children and adults in many different treatment settings, including 6 1/2 years on staff at Seattle Children's Hospital in the inpatient psychiatric unit and outpatient therapy clinic, I create evidenced based treatment plans to help you meet your goals.
When first beginning treatment, I focus on building trust and relationship. It is important to me that you feel comfortable and we will move at your pace. I am relaxed in my practice and my aim is for this to be a time that is helpful for you. I incorporate many different treatment modalities depending on the individual need of the client. I specialize in treatment of anxiety disorders, including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder; behavior disorders, depression, and ADHD.
Tracy Michelle Ferezan
Counselor, LMHCA, SUDP
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99201 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate & Substance Use Disorder Professional. I am currently accepting clients who are paying out of pocket in Washington. I have flexible hours using a virtual setting to accommodate work schedules and allow counseling to be your priority. I work with children ages 10 and older, teenagers, and adults. I specialize in working with people who need help with addiction and recovery, suicidal ideation, mood disorders, and trauma. I am an ally to members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate & Substance Use Disorder Professional. I am currently accepting clients who are paying out of pocket in Washington. I have flexible hours using a virtual setting to accommodate work schedules and allow counseling to be your priority. I work with children ages 10 and older, teenagers, and adults. I specialize in working with people who need help with addiction and recovery, suicidal ideation, mood disorders, and trauma. I am an ally to members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Brenda L Parish
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kennewick, WA 99336
Are you tired of struggling emotionally? Do you find yourself regretting interactions with others and feel relationship connections are crumbling? Are you worried about a child or simply need parenting help? The journey of healing, repairing, improving, and become your authentic self will be unique to you. This takes time. When you are ready to make essential life changes, I can help. I offer a sensitive, caring, and collaborative atmosphere along with empirically supported modalities to assist you with your goals toward a more fulfilling life.
Are you tired of struggling emotionally? Do you find yourself regretting interactions with others and feel relationship connections are crumbling? Are you worried about a child or simply need parenting help? The journey of healing, repairing, improving, and become your authentic self will be unique to you. This takes time. When you are ready to make essential life changes, I can help. I offer a sensitive, caring, and collaborative atmosphere along with empirically supported modalities to assist you with your goals toward a more fulfilling life.
Hayden Calaway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99202
I have experience helping children work through various types of trauma and build a new outlook on life that does not leave them weighted down by past experience.
If you or your teen recognize the need to make some changes in your life, but what you have been doing or perhaps what you have avoided doing isn't working anymore, I hope you will give me an opportunity to get you headed on the right path. Whether the challenges are related to high emotions, poor coping, depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts or trauma, I can help you learn new things about yourself and integrate tools and strategies to make living your best life easier.
I have experience helping children work through various types of trauma and build a new outlook on life that does not leave them weighted down by past experience.
If you or your teen recognize the need to make some changes in your life, but what you have been doing or perhaps what you have avoided doing isn't working anymore, I hope you will give me an opportunity to get you headed on the right path. Whether the challenges are related to high emotions, poor coping, depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts or trauma, I can help you learn new things about yourself and integrate tools and strategies to make living your best life easier.
Enterprise Behavior Analysis
LBA, MS, BCBA
Verified Verified
Richland, WA 99354
Hi! My name is Jess Hale, and I am a BCBA who provides Applied Behavior Analysis therapy. ABA is effective for teaching children new skills, especially those who are experiencing some type of developmental delay. Such children may struggle to communicate their wants and needs, play appropriately with other children, try new foods, or complete everyday self-care tasks. ABA is also effective at reducing problem behaviors in children, such as aggression, self-injury, property destruction, and excessive tantrums. Whenever possible, I like to use an assent- and play-based approach to keep the experience fun and positive for your child.
Hi! My name is Jess Hale, and I am a BCBA who provides Applied Behavior Analysis therapy. ABA is effective for teaching children new skills, especially those who are experiencing some type of developmental delay. Such children may struggle to communicate their wants and needs, play appropriately with other children, try new foods, or complete everyday self-care tasks. ABA is also effective at reducing problem behaviors in children, such as aggression, self-injury, property destruction, and excessive tantrums. Whenever possible, I like to use an assent- and play-based approach to keep the experience fun and positive for your child.
Michelle Woodward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, SUDPT
Verified Verified
Cheney, WA 99004 (Online Only)
Are you feeling burnt out and overwhelmed? Maybe you feel like you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? I have worked as a Social Worker for 10 years and prior to that I worked as an educator who specialized in Child Development, Early Child Development, and Special Education. I currently hold my LSWAIC and am working towards my LICSW as well as working to complete my SUDP. I have worked with families, individuals and children that are struggling with addictions, depression, anxiety, developmental disabilities, behavioral issues, trauma, and adoption to help them overcome their challenges.
Are you feeling burnt out and overwhelmed? Maybe you feel like you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? I have worked as a Social Worker for 10 years and prior to that I worked as an educator who specialized in Child Development, Early Child Development, and Special Education. I currently hold my LSWAIC and am working towards my LICSW as well as working to complete my SUDP. I have worked with families, individuals and children that are struggling with addictions, depression, anxiety, developmental disabilities, behavioral issues, trauma, and adoption to help them overcome their challenges.
Kelly Nutting
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Yakima, WA 98902
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and specialize in working with children, teens, individuals, couples and families in a variety of ways that best fit the issues that have arisen.
Life is sometimes complicated and issues can arise that are often times overwhelming. We all are striving to do our best and reaching out for support and help during difficult times is one of the most courageous things we can do...we are not meant to do this alone. Trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues along side the wounds we carry with us keep us from connecting in real authentic and healthy ways with each other and with ourselves. I believe you are the true expert of yourself and together we will walk this journey to healing, self-compassion, and safe connections.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and specialize in working with children, teens, individuals, couples and families in a variety of ways that best fit the issues that have arisen.
Life is sometimes complicated and issues can arise that are often times overwhelming. We all are striving to do our best and reaching out for support and help during difficult times is one of the most courageous things we can do...we are not meant to do this alone. Trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues along side the wounds we carry with us keep us from connecting in real authentic and healthy ways with each other and with ourselves. I believe you are the true expert of yourself and together we will walk this journey to healing, self-compassion, and safe connections.
Heather Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CMHS
Verified Verified
Kennewick, WA 99336
It has been my honor to work with children, adolescents, adults, and their families for 18 years.
Most of my clinical career has been serving juvenile justice involved, incarcerated youthful offenders with significant mental health needs. I am able to quickly build relationships and begin working towards change. I recognize that when a person is seeking help it isn't their best day or period of time in their life. No matter your history or what you may have to share, I am ready to assist. I will treat you with the utmost of respect and in a confidential manner. My goal is to always send you out the door feeling better than when you came in.
It has been my honor to work with children, adolescents, adults, and their families for 18 years.
Most of my clinical career has been serving juvenile justice involved, incarcerated youthful offenders with significant mental health needs. I am able to quickly build relationships and begin working towards change. I recognize that when a person is seeking help it isn't their best day or period of time in their life. No matter your history or what you may have to share, I am ready to assist. I will treat you with the utmost of respect and in a confidential manner. My goal is to always send you out the door feeling better than when you came in.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Moses Lake, WA 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 Moses Lake 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 Moses Lake 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.