Child Therapists in 19104
Are you looking to break a cycle that has been playing out in your life on repeat? Are you interested in changing your patterns of behavior in relationships with others? Healing is hard, but staying put is harder. I specialize in Child & Adolescents & Autism alongside with Relationship Issues and Childhood Trauma. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for clients to share what is important to them. I am on your team, from the beginning, where creating that authenticity and honest therapeutic relationship is important, including humor when appropriate.
Are you looking to break a cycle that has been playing out in your life on repeat? Are you interested in changing your patterns of behavior in relationships with others? Healing is hard, but staying put is harder. I specialize in Child & Adolescents & Autism alongside with Relationship Issues and Childhood Trauma. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for clients to share what is important to them. I am on your team, from the beginning, where creating that authenticity and honest therapeutic relationship is important, including humor when appropriate.
Tonia Betancourt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19104
I will visit a child's school and collaborate with school staff.
We are living in challenging times. Children and parents need support to get through issues such as divorce, loss of a loved one, illness of a family member, school pressures, adolescent conflict, adult children moving back into the home and bullying. Within the context of family therapy, I work with children ages three through the young adult years. I am a trained play therapist and able to help children and adolescents express their feelings and deep emotions. I am able to work, both individually with family members and in family therapy, to support change and growth for the entire family.
I will visit a child's school and collaborate with school staff.
We are living in challenging times. Children and parents need support to get through issues such as divorce, loss of a loved one, illness of a family member, school pressures, adolescent conflict, adult children moving back into the home and bullying. Within the context of family therapy, I work with children ages three through the young adult years. I am a trained play therapist and able to help children and adolescents express their feelings and deep emotions. I am able to work, both individually with family members and in family therapy, to support change and growth for the entire family.
As a clinical and developmental psychologist, I have completed extensive training in evidence-based models for helping children, teens, adults and families.
Stress, depression, worry, feelings of hopelessness, and past difficult/traumatic experiences....All of these things can have a real impact on our day-to-day ability to enjoy life, function well in our relationships, and reach our fullest potential.
As a clinical and developmental psychologist, I have completed extensive training in evidence-based models for helping children, teens, adults and families.
Stress, depression, worry, feelings of hopelessness, and past difficult/traumatic experiences....All of these things can have a real impact on our day-to-day ability to enjoy life, function well in our relationships, and reach our fullest potential.
Jacquelyn Farasat
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19104 (Online Only)
When working with children and families, she often uses play therapy to foster relational skills, develop emotional awareness and self-regulation skills, and promot.
Jacquelyn Farasat is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She holds National Counselor Certification and is also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She has 8 years of experience supporting the emotional, social, and personal growth and well-being of children, adolescents, and adults in both individual and group formats. Jacquelyn has a Master’s degree in Counseling and a Master’s degree in Education. She strives to develop a caring relationship with the client that is built on trust, respect, and collaboration.
When working with children and families, she often uses play therapy to foster relational skills, develop emotional awareness and self-regulation skills, and promot.
Jacquelyn Farasat is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She holds National Counselor Certification and is also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She has 8 years of experience supporting the emotional, social, and personal growth and well-being of children, adolescents, and adults in both individual and group formats. Jacquelyn has a Master’s degree in Counseling and a Master’s degree in Education. She strives to develop a caring relationship with the client that is built on trust, respect, and collaboration.
Matthew CP Purinton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19104
He is located near Drexel, University of Pennsylvania, The Presbyterian Medical Center, The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP), and The Children"s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).
Matt is a client-centered therapist, who, meeting his clients where they are, helps them to develop and accomplish their goals. He utilizes a systems-based conceptualization of group behavior to help his clients deal with issues in their work and home lives. Utilizing an eclectic blend of interventions to customize treatment to the client's needs, Matt helps his clients develop insights about themselves and their life circumstances, allowing them to discover new coping skills and uncover hidden resources. Matt helps all of his clients overcome their obstacles, develop resiliency, and think outside the box.
He is located near Drexel, University of Pennsylvania, The Presbyterian Medical Center, The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP), and The Children"s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).
Matt is a client-centered therapist, who, meeting his clients where they are, helps them to develop and accomplish their goals. He utilizes a systems-based conceptualization of group behavior to help his clients deal with issues in their work and home lives. Utilizing an eclectic blend of interventions to customize treatment to the client's needs, Matt helps his clients develop insights about themselves and their life circumstances, allowing them to discover new coping skills and uncover hidden resources. Matt helps all of his clients overcome their obstacles, develop resiliency, and think outside the box.
Jae Swanson (they/them) is a trauma-informed Licensed Professional Counselor and Board-Certified Music Therapist with over 10 years of experience specializing in anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum, grief/bereavement, terminal illness, LGBTQIA+ issues, gender identity, and issues related to systemic oppression. Jae has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages, individually and in groups.
Jae Swanson (they/them) is a trauma-informed Licensed Professional Counselor and Board-Certified Music Therapist with over 10 years of experience specializing in anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum, grief/bereavement, terminal illness, LGBTQIA+ issues, gender identity, and issues related to systemic oppression. Jae has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages, individually and in groups.
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.
Mary Jean (MJ) Rainsford, PsyD Mary Jean (MJ) Rainsford is a Psychologist in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2022. She has a BS in Human Services from the University of Delaware, an MS in School Psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, and a PsyD in School Psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. MJ specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults up to age 25. She uses individualized treatment plans to meet the strengths and needs of each client.
Mary Jean (MJ) Rainsford, PsyD Mary Jean (MJ) Rainsford is a Psychologist in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2022. She has a BS in Human Services from the University of Delaware, an MS in School Psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, and a PsyD in School Psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. MJ specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults up to age 25. She uses individualized treatment plans to meet the strengths and needs of each client.
I specialize in the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders including social anxiety, panic, OCD, generalized anxiety, specific phobias & separation anxiety. I also see patients who are having difficulties managaing stress in their lives, be it perfectionism at school or in the workplace, difficulties establishing social relationships, or problems balancing work and family. I also enjoy working with women who are experiencing anxiety about pregnancy and new motherhood.
I treat children, adolescents and adults.
I work to establish a strong rapport with patients such that they feel supported, yet also encouraged to make important changes in their lives.
I specialize in the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders including social anxiety, panic, OCD, generalized anxiety, specific phobias & separation anxiety. I also see patients who are having difficulties managaing stress in their lives, be it perfectionism at school or in the workplace, difficulties establishing social relationships, or problems balancing work and family. I also enjoy working with women who are experiencing anxiety about pregnancy and new motherhood.
I treat children, adolescents and adults.
I work to establish a strong rapport with patients such that they feel supported, yet also encouraged to make important changes in their lives.
Paromita Kar Haye
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19104 (Online Only)
Despite your best intentions and efforts, do you feel stuck in your personal life, intimate relationships, family relationships or workplace? You may be faced with challenges that are deeply rooted in your early life experiences, your primary attachments, in how you view the world, or due to misunderstanding between you and significant others. Challenges can arise during stressful life transitions, such as divorce or death of loved ones. But they can also arise from positive life experiences, such as marriage or the birth of a child. Left untreated, these challenges can grow into chronic problems that can corrode your sense of self and your relationships.
Despite your best intentions and efforts, do you feel stuck in your personal life, intimate relationships, family relationships or workplace? You may be faced with challenges that are deeply rooted in your early life experiences, your primary attachments, in how you view the world, or due to misunderstanding between you and significant others. Challenges can arise during stressful life transitions, such as divorce or death of loved ones. But they can also arise from positive life experiences, such as marriage or the birth of a child. Left untreated, these challenges can grow into chronic problems that can corrode your sense of self and your relationships.
I am a licensed psychologist located in Center City and have been treating patients in the Philadelphia area since 2007. I work with individuals, couples, children and families. I have trained in psychodynamic, interpersonal and cognitive-behavioral therapies. My research and practice specialties include personality assessment, eating disorders, and working with family systems. In treatment, I focus on using my understanding of human behavior to help my patients better understand what thoughts and wishes motivate them as well as what fears or anxieties might be getting in their way.
I am a licensed psychologist located in Center City and have been treating patients in the Philadelphia area since 2007. I work with individuals, couples, children and families. I have trained in psychodynamic, interpersonal and cognitive-behavioral therapies. My research and practice specialties include personality assessment, eating disorders, and working with family systems. In treatment, I focus on using my understanding of human behavior to help my patients better understand what thoughts and wishes motivate them as well as what fears or anxieties might be getting in their way.
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Verified Verified
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With children I practice canine-assisted play therapy and with adults Paige is often a calming influence in session.
How can I help you? Whatever the obstacles are that stand in the way of your happiness, success, or satisfaction, I would like to help you overcome them. I am compassionate, understanding, smart and insightful. I have over twenty years of experience, education and specialized training. In my opinion, change comes from gaining insight into and understanding about oneself. My treatment orientation is psychodynamic but I incorporate other treatment modalities as well, such as cognitive and behavioral therapies. I see individuals, couples, adolescents and children. I look forward to the opportunity to help you.
With children I practice canine-assisted play therapy and with adults Paige is often a calming influence in session.
How can I help you? Whatever the obstacles are that stand in the way of your happiness, success, or satisfaction, I would like to help you overcome them. I am compassionate, understanding, smart and insightful. I have over twenty years of experience, education and specialized training. In my opinion, change comes from gaining insight into and understanding about oneself. My treatment orientation is psychodynamic but I incorporate other treatment modalities as well, such as cognitive and behavioral therapies. I see individuals, couples, adolescents and children. I look forward to the opportunity to help you.
Yeva Ventura
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19104 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and children, with a broad spectrum of mental health concerns.
I believe that in order to change anything, we first need to understand and accept it. This is done through talking. I bring an empathetic, worldly, and multidisciplinary approach to help you gain a deeper understanding of who you are and what you want. We all repeat the same patterns through our lives that sometimes prevent us from happiness.Through therapy, we can start to observe those patterns, and then decide how we want to change them.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and children, with a broad spectrum of mental health concerns.
I believe that in order to change anything, we first need to understand and accept it. This is done through talking. I bring an empathetic, worldly, and multidisciplinary approach to help you gain a deeper understanding of who you are and what you want. We all repeat the same patterns through our lives that sometimes prevent us from happiness.Through therapy, we can start to observe those patterns, and then decide how we want to change them.
I am a bilingual professional counselor that provides services in English, Spanish and Portuguese for individual, children and families in the Philadelphia area. I have worked for many years with individuals with mental and physical illnesses. I have provided counseling to people with motor and hearing difficulties as well as those within the spectrum of autism. In my practice I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities, including play therapy in different forms and family therapy approach. I have an extensive international background and feel comfortable with individuals of different and rich cultures. I am looking forward to work with you.
I am a bilingual professional counselor that provides services in English, Spanish and Portuguese for individual, children and families in the Philadelphia area. I have worked for many years with individuals with mental and physical illnesses. I have provided counseling to people with motor and hearing difficulties as well as those within the spectrum of autism. In my practice I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities, including play therapy in different forms and family therapy approach. I have an extensive international background and feel comfortable with individuals of different and rich cultures. I am looking forward to work with you.
Immediate Openings! Hi there! I’m Arianna and I have a special interest working with children, adolescents, teens, and young adults struggling with body image issues, life stage transitions, trauma, relationships, and anxiety. I show up as a human first and believe that in order to create a space in which my clients feel safe showing up as their authentic selves, I need to first show up as my authentic self. I seek to help the client get a better understanding of themselves and meet their inner selves with compassion and non-judgement.
Immediate Openings! Hi there! I’m Arianna and I have a special interest working with children, adolescents, teens, and young adults struggling with body image issues, life stage transitions, trauma, relationships, and anxiety. I show up as a human first and believe that in order to create a space in which my clients feel safe showing up as their authentic selves, I need to first show up as my authentic self. I seek to help the client get a better understanding of themselves and meet their inner selves with compassion and non-judgement.
Cristhian is a Licensed Professional Counselor that has served adults, children, youth, and their families for over 15 years. A native of Chile, he obtained his Masters in Counseling Psychology at Temple University and is fluent in both English and Spanish. Early in his career in urban youth ministry and later as a Clinical Supervisor in school based mental health, Cristhian developed a deep understanding of what motivates people to learn and grow. His understanding of human development and attachment theories serves as the underpinning for his work with children, youth and adults.
Cristhian is a Licensed Professional Counselor that has served adults, children, youth, and their families for over 15 years. A native of Chile, he obtained his Masters in Counseling Psychology at Temple University and is fluent in both English and Spanish. Early in his career in urban youth ministry and later as a Clinical Supervisor in school based mental health, Cristhian developed a deep understanding of what motivates people to learn and grow. His understanding of human development and attachment theories serves as the underpinning for his work with children, youth and adults.
Krista Smith-Hanke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Therapy is a space for us to work together in exploration, growth, and play. I value curiosity and building a trusting & collaborative relationship between therapist and client where you are treated as the expert of your own experience! I strive to support people through identifying the ways trauma manifests in their bodies, the impact of relationships and systems on their identities, and the connections between past and present. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults around issues of identity, life transitions, trauma, anxiety, gender and sexuality, body image and relationship challenges.
Therapy is a space for us to work together in exploration, growth, and play. I value curiosity and building a trusting & collaborative relationship between therapist and client where you are treated as the expert of your own experience! I strive to support people through identifying the ways trauma manifests in their bodies, the impact of relationships and systems on their identities, and the connections between past and present. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults around issues of identity, life transitions, trauma, anxiety, gender and sexuality, body image and relationship challenges.
Susanne E Flood
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, AAMFTAS
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19104 (Online Only)
Struggling with a barrier to connection in a primary relationship? Susanné is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, ready to support you in developing a real connection with your family of origin, family of choice, romantic partner, friend, business partner, adoptive and biological children, and even yourself. We can discover the barriers and fruitless patterns which have been keeping you apart from those you love and develop new patterns of vulnerability and trust to establish deep bonds.
Struggling with a barrier to connection in a primary relationship? Susanné is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, ready to support you in developing a real connection with your family of origin, family of choice, romantic partner, friend, business partner, adoptive and biological children, and even yourself. We can discover the barriers and fruitless patterns which have been keeping you apart from those you love and develop new patterns of vulnerability and trust to establish deep bonds.
Conor MacGregor, Ph.D.is a PA licensed psychologist who received his doctorate in clinical psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. He brings to LifeStance a wide range of clinical experience over the past 10 years including work in outpatient and inpatient settings providing individual and family therapy as well as neuropsychological testing. In addition to his experience in general practice treating adults with common concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief/loss, and stress, Conor has a vast amount of experience providing family therapy as well as treating children and adolescents.
Conor MacGregor, Ph.D.is a PA licensed psychologist who received his doctorate in clinical psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. He brings to LifeStance a wide range of clinical experience over the past 10 years including work in outpatient and inpatient settings providing individual and family therapy as well as neuropsychological testing. In addition to his experience in general practice treating adults with common concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief/loss, and stress, Conor has a vast amount of experience providing family therapy as well as treating children and adolescents.
Dr. Linda Welsh, Anxiety & Agoraphobia Treatment
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19104
We work with children, teens, adults, families, couples and parents.
AATC has a longstanding reputation as a leader in the field of anxiety treatment. We specialize in treating the full range of anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, general life stressors and related conditions, from mild to severe, for children, teens and adults. Our highly-trained, compassionate and caring team of doctoral level psychologists are all experts, providing the most current, effective, evidence-based treatment so our clients get RESULTS. Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure/Response Prevention (E/RP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychodynamic therapy and mindfulness may all be utilized. These treatments are often short term and effective for the majority of people. Each client is unique, so your psychologist will collaborate with you so treatment meets your specific goals and needs. Both telehealth and in person options are available. Some psychologists are licensed to work with clients via teletherapy in other states.
We work with children, teens, adults, families, couples and parents.
AATC has a longstanding reputation as a leader in the field of anxiety treatment. We specialize in treating the full range of anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, general life stressors and related conditions, from mild to severe, for children, teens and adults. Our highly-trained, compassionate and caring team of doctoral level psychologists are all experts, providing the most current, effective, evidence-based treatment so our clients get RESULTS. Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure/Response Prevention (E/RP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychodynamic therapy and mindfulness may all be utilized. These treatments are often short term and effective for the majority of people. Each client is unique, so your psychologist will collaborate with you so treatment meets your specific goals and needs. Both telehealth and in person options are available. Some psychologists are licensed to work with clients via teletherapy in other states.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in 19104 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in 19104 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in 19104 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.