Therapists for Children in Seattle, WA
Bridget R Bailey
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate , MA, MBA, LMHCA
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98112
I believe in the transformative power of healing and approach each client as unique. Together, we’ll identify your goals, whether you're facing burnout or lack of inspiration in your career, relationship challenges, trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, or a spiritual crisis. I work with individuals and couples using Internal Family Systems and parts work to help you reconnect with and heal unseen parts of yourself. I provide a warm, compassionate space to explore your inner world, rediscover your authentic self, and move toward personal growth and lasting healing.
I believe in the transformative power of healing and approach each client as unique. Together, we’ll identify your goals, whether you're facing burnout or lack of inspiration in your career, relationship challenges, trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, or a spiritual crisis. I work with individuals and couples using Internal Family Systems and parts work to help you reconnect with and heal unseen parts of yourself. I provide a warm, compassionate space to explore your inner world, rediscover your authentic self, and move toward personal growth and lasting healing.
Our team includes licensed/unlicensed therapists, board-certified psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, PAs, and clinical support for children, adolescents, and adults.
LightHeart Mental Health is a group of local outpatient mental health care clinics dedicated to transforming lives by offering quality, easily accessible mental health care. LightHeart Mental Health has been deeply rooted in the Seattle area for over 10 years. Our evidence-based practices ensure tailored treatment plans for individual needs. We are committed to providing high-quality services free from stigma or bias so that everyone has an equal opportunity for access to care.
Our team includes licensed/unlicensed therapists, board-certified psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, PAs, and clinical support for children, adolescents, and adults.
LightHeart Mental Health is a group of local outpatient mental health care clinics dedicated to transforming lives by offering quality, easily accessible mental health care. LightHeart Mental Health has been deeply rooted in the Seattle area for over 10 years. Our evidence-based practices ensure tailored treatment plans for individual needs. We are committed to providing high-quality services free from stigma or bias so that everyone has an equal opportunity for access to care.
Dr. Richelle Vawter is a licensed naturopath medical doctor and mental health counselor. She has specialized training in trauma-informed care, domestic abuse, OCD, and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. Clients working with Dr. Vawter can expect an integrative, compassionate approach coupled with the latest trends in psychotherapy. My therapy style is a person-centered approach. I meet clients where they are currently in their mind, body, and spirit journeys, and we focus on progress, not perfection. I find homework to be beneficial because it helps to practice newly acquired skills.
Dr. Richelle Vawter is a licensed naturopath medical doctor and mental health counselor. She has specialized training in trauma-informed care, domestic abuse, OCD, and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. Clients working with Dr. Vawter can expect an integrative, compassionate approach coupled with the latest trends in psychotherapy. My therapy style is a person-centered approach. I meet clients where they are currently in their mind, body, and spirit journeys, and we focus on progress, not perfection. I find homework to be beneficial because it helps to practice newly acquired skills.
With children I utilize play therapy, which can help children gain awareness, feel understood and empowered, resolve ongoing developmental dilemmas, and work toward individuation and healthy development.
Across the lifespan, we encounter stressors of all kinds. Our moods, anxiety levels, thinking, and behaviors can depend on how well we are able to manage these stressors over time. Sometimes, regardless of our age, the coping skills we've learned and developed let us down. Utilizing a primarily psychodynamic approach, my goal in therapy is to help you experience your life (including the good and bad aspects) in a real and authentic way, grounded in self-awareness and insight, so that you can better manage your feelings, thinking, and behavior.
With children I utilize play therapy, which can help children gain awareness, feel understood and empowered, resolve ongoing developmental dilemmas, and work toward individuation and healthy development.
Across the lifespan, we encounter stressors of all kinds. Our moods, anxiety levels, thinking, and behaviors can depend on how well we are able to manage these stressors over time. Sometimes, regardless of our age, the coping skills we've learned and developed let us down. Utilizing a primarily psychodynamic approach, my goal in therapy is to help you experience your life (including the good and bad aspects) in a real and authentic way, grounded in self-awareness and insight, so that you can better manage your feelings, thinking, and behavior.
K’Leia Wilson
Pre-Licensed Professional, EdS, NCSP, LMHCA
Seattle, WA 98115
Waitlist for new clients
Mood Check Therapy empowers individuals to build a solid self-love practice early in their lives that they will lean on when experiencing uncomfortable emotions and thoughts. Clients may have difficulty going to school or being flexible with others, getting started or finishing a task, and looking to feel comfortable and confident more of the time.
Mood Check Therapy empowers individuals to build a solid self-love practice early in their lives that they will lean on when experiencing uncomfortable emotions and thoughts. Clients may have difficulty going to school or being flexible with others, getting started or finishing a task, and looking to feel comfortable and confident more of the time.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, couples, single parents, and the elderly.
I have provided solution-based interventions, trauma therapy, medical crisis and family interventions for cancer patients and their families, strength based focus therapy, humanistic approach and person centered approach to English and Spanish speaking families. As a person faced with child trauma, I understand how it may impact a person's life.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, couples, single parents, and the elderly.
I have provided solution-based interventions, trauma therapy, medical crisis and family interventions for cancer patients and their families, strength based focus therapy, humanistic approach and person centered approach to English and Spanish speaking families. As a person faced with child trauma, I understand how it may impact a person's life.
I also have worked adolescents and children providing treatment for adjustment concerns and trauma.
I am a believer in the power of therapy for everyone. We all need a safe place to vent, feel validated in our experiences and be able to process the difficult parts of life. Humor and hope are two key elements of my work with clients. I have been working as a counselor for over 8 years and have found that through humor, collaboration and understanding- we can make incredible leaps towards healing and becoming our best selves. I look forward to guiding you along this journey.
I also have worked adolescents and children providing treatment for adjustment concerns and trauma.
I am a believer in the power of therapy for everyone. We all need a safe place to vent, feel validated in our experiences and be able to process the difficult parts of life. Humor and hope are two key elements of my work with clients. I have been working as a counselor for over 8 years and have found that through humor, collaboration and understanding- we can make incredible leaps towards healing and becoming our best selves. I look forward to guiding you along this journey.
I'm a licensed psychologist with a private practice specializing in anxiety disorders, relationships, parenting, and child/adolescent development.
One area where I offer something fairly unique is the psychological experience of food allergies. Beyond diagnosis and management lies an emotional journey: anxiety, hypervigilance, identity questions, grief, and the complexity of navigating treatments. I bring both clinical expertise and 17+ years of personal lived experience to my work.
I'm a licensed psychologist with a private practice specializing in anxiety disorders, relationships, parenting, and child/adolescent development.
One area where I offer something fairly unique is the psychological experience of food allergies. Beyond diagnosis and management lies an emotional journey: anxiety, hypervigilance, identity questions, grief, and the complexity of navigating treatments. I bring both clinical expertise and 17+ years of personal lived experience to my work.
I specialize in using Sandtray Therapy, a form of play therapy for children, teens, and adults that uses symbolic expression for accessing our subconscious.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) specializing in Sandtray Therapy, Family Play Therapy, & Narrative Talk Therapy. I work with individuals, couples, and families.
In therapy, your life takes priority; first and foremost, I am here to be with & listen to you. I am trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and welcome persons of all genders, sexual orientations, & systemic lifestyles. I treat all clients with unconditional positive regard. I'm a PDA level-2 clinician (PDA North America) & a certified AUTPlay provider.
I am currently accepting new clients and I offer free new-inquire consultations.
I specialize in using Sandtray Therapy, a form of play therapy for children, teens, and adults that uses symbolic expression for accessing our subconscious.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) specializing in Sandtray Therapy, Family Play Therapy, & Narrative Talk Therapy. I work with individuals, couples, and families.
In therapy, your life takes priority; first and foremost, I am here to be with & listen to you. I am trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and welcome persons of all genders, sexual orientations, & systemic lifestyles. I treat all clients with unconditional positive regard. I'm a PDA level-2 clinician (PDA North America) & a certified AUTPlay provider.
I am currently accepting new clients and I offer free new-inquire consultations.
Similarly, you may also be looking for help for your child or teen who is struggling in some of these ways.
If you feel at all this way, let me say “Welcome.” Therapy can certainly feel intimidating. I work to provide a space where you can feel safe to be yourself, where we can co-create goals that align with your strengths, where I can walk alongside you in your journey to help you feel empowered by owning the positive change you can you can make in your life.
Similarly, you may also be looking for help for your child or teen who is struggling in some of these ways.
If you feel at all this way, let me say “Welcome.” Therapy can certainly feel intimidating. I work to provide a space where you can feel safe to be yourself, where we can co-create goals that align with your strengths, where I can walk alongside you in your journey to help you feel empowered by owning the positive change you can you can make in your life.
My ideal client would be someone who is experiencing a mix of challenges, such as anxiety, stress, or relationship difficulties, and is seeking personal growth or emotional healing. This person is open to self-reflection and motivated to make positive changes in their life. They may be navigating significant life transitions, such as changes in their career, relationships, or family dynamics. They want support because they recognize that they can’t continue on their current path without making changes, and they are committed to doing the inner work required for growth and healing.
My ideal client would be someone who is experiencing a mix of challenges, such as anxiety, stress, or relationship difficulties, and is seeking personal growth or emotional healing. This person is open to self-reflection and motivated to make positive changes in their life. They may be navigating significant life transitions, such as changes in their career, relationships, or family dynamics. They want support because they recognize that they can’t continue on their current path without making changes, and they are committed to doing the inner work required for growth and healing.
When we create, we heal. When we heal, we create. In therapy, the goal of our relationship is not to merely tell a good story, but a true story: to collaborate, help you discover more of your fullest and most authentic self, and start living it out. Oftentimes hurt, trauma, and/or harm will destroy our imaginations for a flourishing future. In a creative therapy space, we work to discover and reconnect to our imagination, get a foot in the door to healing, and begin the process of integration. I am committed to helping you experience restoration in your life and relationships, so you may live out your most flourishing story.
When we create, we heal. When we heal, we create. In therapy, the goal of our relationship is not to merely tell a good story, but a true story: to collaborate, help you discover more of your fullest and most authentic self, and start living it out. Oftentimes hurt, trauma, and/or harm will destroy our imaginations for a flourishing future. In a creative therapy space, we work to discover and reconnect to our imagination, get a foot in the door to healing, and begin the process of integration. I am committed to helping you experience restoration in your life and relationships, so you may live out your most flourishing story.
I use Parent Coaching, somatic approaches, Internal Family Systems, EMDR, the Neurorelational Framework, Child-Centered Play, Multimodal, ND Affirming DBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, & Narrative Therapy.
You want a warm landing spot in the sea of tulmultuous social life- divorce, estrangement. It's both research & evidence based practices. You want systemic change in yourself, your community, your family. You are in transition and needing support with life’s many challenges. You or your kid are Trans or in the queer community. You notice emotional dysregulation, lack of confidence, general anxiety & grief. You deserve a space to engage in to promoting strong self confidence & community. You enjoy exploring family history & take note of generational differences and hopes. I look forward to connecting with you and/or your family!
I use Parent Coaching, somatic approaches, Internal Family Systems, EMDR, the Neurorelational Framework, Child-Centered Play, Multimodal, ND Affirming DBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, & Narrative Therapy.
You want a warm landing spot in the sea of tulmultuous social life- divorce, estrangement. It's both research & evidence based practices. You want systemic change in yourself, your community, your family. You are in transition and needing support with life’s many challenges. You or your kid are Trans or in the queer community. You notice emotional dysregulation, lack of confidence, general anxiety & grief. You deserve a space to engage in to promoting strong self confidence & community. You enjoy exploring family history & take note of generational differences and hopes. I look forward to connecting with you and/or your family!
Hi, I'm Kennedy, a licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I often incorporate cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and parent coaching into my work, always tailoring my methods to fit the unique needs of each child and family.
Hi, I'm Kennedy, a licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I often incorporate cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and parent coaching into my work, always tailoring my methods to fit the unique needs of each child and family.
I am also a parent navigating raising two school-aged children.
I approach therapy with warmth, a focus on collaborative relationships, a strength-based lens, and an overall focus on creating an inner calm. Clients can count on openness and a therapist who meets you where you are. I collaborate with clients and families to set and work toward goals together. In sessions we address concerns, build tools and skills (ex, calming, distress tolerance, emotion identification, self-regulation, improved relationships, harm reduction) that help you reach your goals.
I am also an approved Clinical Supervisor for Washington State and accepting supervisees.
I am also a parent navigating raising two school-aged children.
I approach therapy with warmth, a focus on collaborative relationships, a strength-based lens, and an overall focus on creating an inner calm. Clients can count on openness and a therapist who meets you where you are. I collaborate with clients and families to set and work toward goals together. In sessions we address concerns, build tools and skills (ex, calming, distress tolerance, emotion identification, self-regulation, improved relationships, harm reduction) that help you reach your goals.
I am also an approved Clinical Supervisor for Washington State and accepting supervisees.
The specialties I thrive in my work with are clients with anxiety, self-esteem issues, tough life transitions, relationship issues with family, friends, & romantic partners, intimacy issues, along with numerous daily life stressors related to job performance and work life balance. I love clients that are willing to try different therapeutic techniques & remain transparent along the journey. If you would like to take positive steps towards something that you are struggling with, I am right here to walk with you.
The specialties I thrive in my work with are clients with anxiety, self-esteem issues, tough life transitions, relationship issues with family, friends, & romantic partners, intimacy issues, along with numerous daily life stressors related to job performance and work life balance. I love clients that are willing to try different therapeutic techniques & remain transparent along the journey. If you would like to take positive steps towards something that you are struggling with, I am right here to walk with you.
I am particularly interested in working within my community, alongside other adult children of addicts, trans and gender nonconforming people, queer people, nonmonogamous people, fat people, and BIPOC folks.
As a therapist, I am committed to finding a path that meets you where you are at and allows us to co-create a space where your healing takes shape. I enjoy experiential models of therapy like Narrative Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
I am particularly interested in working within my community, alongside other adult children of addicts, trans and gender nonconforming people, queer people, nonmonogamous people, fat people, and BIPOC folks.
As a therapist, I am committed to finding a path that meets you where you are at and allows us to co-create a space where your healing takes shape. I enjoy experiential models of therapy like Narrative Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Therapy is a sacred space, where healing can touch every part of your being—emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. All of us are multifaceted individuals with unique, complex stories, and many of us may not fully understand how past experiences and the messages they carried shape our lives today. Together, we will explore how these layers influence your present journey and how to reclaim your voice in the process.
Whether you are grappling with trauma, painful emotions, or difficult life transitions, my goal is to meet you where you are—with compassion and hope.
Therapy is a sacred space, where healing can touch every part of your being—emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. All of us are multifaceted individuals with unique, complex stories, and many of us may not fully understand how past experiences and the messages they carried shape our lives today. Together, we will explore how these layers influence your present journey and how to reclaim your voice in the process.
Whether you are grappling with trauma, painful emotions, or difficult life transitions, my goal is to meet you where you are—with compassion and hope.
I am a dually Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Chemical Dependency Professional working in the field since 1989, currently in private practice for testing and psychotherapy. I have an interactive, relationship-focused approach.
I am a dually Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Chemical Dependency Professional working in the field since 1989, currently in private practice for testing and psychotherapy. I have an interactive, relationship-focused approach.
We are a mental health group practice committed to helping clients achieve their piiq (pronounced peak) potential. The double “i’s” in Piiq Space symbolize the vital partnership between client and therapist—an alliance rooted in trust and mutual understanding, driving lasting change. We focus on this connection by carefully matching clients with the therapist best suited to meet their needs and therapeutic goals. This personalized approach sets us apart from other practices that prioritize client volume over the quality of care. We believe that meaningful relationships lead to real progress, not just the number of sessions booked.
We are a mental health group practice committed to helping clients achieve their piiq (pronounced peak) potential. The double “i’s” in Piiq Space symbolize the vital partnership between client and therapist—an alliance rooted in trust and mutual understanding, driving lasting change. We focus on this connection by carefully matching clients with the therapist best suited to meet their needs and therapeutic goals. This personalized approach sets us apart from other practices that prioritize client volume over the quality of care. We believe that meaningful relationships lead to real progress, not just the number of sessions booked.
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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.