Child Therapists in Arizona
I specialize in working with children, teens and adults who find themselves struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, loss, trauma, family and social stressors, among other determined or identified issues.
We all struggle in life, at one point or another. The question is how we navigate through that struggle. This is also why we can all use some guidance. I work collaboratively with clients to help them cope with these struggles, meet new goals and live an authentic, meaningful life. The foundation of that life is built on their self-determined values and strengths. I also challenge my clients to grow, seek out their strengths in all aspects of their life and offer them the emotional support and tools necessary to make deep and lasting positive changes.
I specialize in working with children, teens and adults who find themselves struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, loss, trauma, family and social stressors, among other determined or identified issues.
We all struggle in life, at one point or another. The question is how we navigate through that struggle. This is also why we can all use some guidance. I work collaboratively with clients to help them cope with these struggles, meet new goals and live an authentic, meaningful life. The foundation of that life is built on their self-determined values and strengths. I also challenge my clients to grow, seek out their strengths in all aspects of their life and offer them the emotional support and tools necessary to make deep and lasting positive changes.
Christina Kafalas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tempe, AZ 85284 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I’m pleased to offer online therapy services for adults, children (ages 6+) and families living in AZ.
Have you been feeling lost or unsure of yourself? Do you feel like you’re drifting through life with little meaning or purpose? Look no further. I specialize in enhancing self-esteem and identity. I also specialize in polyamory/ENM relationship dynamics and working with children and families. As an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist fluent in American Sign Language, I’m here to provide inclusive and compassionate care. I support clients dealing with anxiety, depression, social challenges, and life transitions with quality, personalized therapy. My goal is to empower you to overcome challenges and lead the fulfilling life you deserve.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I’m pleased to offer online therapy services for adults, children (ages 6+) and families living in AZ.
Have you been feeling lost or unsure of yourself? Do you feel like you’re drifting through life with little meaning or purpose? Look no further. I specialize in enhancing self-esteem and identity. I also specialize in polyamory/ENM relationship dynamics and working with children and families. As an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist fluent in American Sign Language, I’m here to provide inclusive and compassionate care. I support clients dealing with anxiety, depression, social challenges, and life transitions with quality, personalized therapy. My goal is to empower you to overcome challenges and lead the fulfilling life you deserve.
As a Clinical Child Psychologist, I have worked with children Birth to 25 years of age for over 19 years. In treatment I focus on the use of Play Therapy, CBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy. My specialties including working with clients who experience Reactive Attachment Disorder, ASD, Developmental Delays, Mood Disorders including Bipolar Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Trauma, and ADHD. I work with children and adolescents individually as well as within their family system to help increase their functionality across daily settings. Length of Treatment is based on child and family's needs and client's developmental level.
As a Clinical Child Psychologist, I have worked with children Birth to 25 years of age for over 19 years. In treatment I focus on the use of Play Therapy, CBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy. My specialties including working with clients who experience Reactive Attachment Disorder, ASD, Developmental Delays, Mood Disorders including Bipolar Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Trauma, and ADHD. I work with children and adolescents individually as well as within their family system to help increase their functionality across daily settings. Length of Treatment is based on child and family's needs and client's developmental level.
All of these experiences have helped Tonya develop a passion for helping children, adolescents, and their families overcome challenges and help them succeed.
In her high school senior English class Tonya was given an assignment to research colleges and majors. Through this assignment she learned about the field of social work and realized that she could combine her love of children and helping others into a career. This led Tonya on the road to getting her Social Work degree. She graduated with her AA degree in Social Work and then attended Arizona State University where she earned her Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Social Work.
All of these experiences have helped Tonya develop a passion for helping children, adolescents, and their families overcome challenges and help them succeed.
In her high school senior English class Tonya was given an assignment to research colleges and majors. Through this assignment she learned about the field of social work and realized that she could combine her love of children and helping others into a career. This led Tonya on the road to getting her Social Work degree. She graduated with her AA degree in Social Work and then attended Arizona State University where she earned her Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Social Work.
Calming music and sounds of a gentle water feature as you enter create a low-stress environment decreasing anxiety, especially for children.
As a psychologist, I find it most important to create a safe and nonjudgmental environment, where children, adolescents and adults feel comfortable and understood.
I often work closely with parents and children, teaching "tools" that help families function better. These include respectful communication, anger management, and how to deal with excess anxiety or depression. I believe the past affects our present, and our thoughts affect our feelings and actions. I provide the skills that allow clients of any age to confidently move forward to a happier, healthier place.
Calming music and sounds of a gentle water feature as you enter create a low-stress environment decreasing anxiety, especially for children.
As a psychologist, I find it most important to create a safe and nonjudgmental environment, where children, adolescents and adults feel comfortable and understood.
I often work closely with parents and children, teaching "tools" that help families function better. These include respectful communication, anger management, and how to deal with excess anxiety or depression. I believe the past affects our present, and our thoughts affect our feelings and actions. I provide the skills that allow clients of any age to confidently move forward to a happier, healthier place.
I am passionate about working with children and families to find the most effective tools to strengthen relationships, gain relief from current stressors, build comfort with big emotions, and help children find acceptance for who they are.
Does your child have big emotions, anger, worries, or behaviors that you are struggling to understand? Has your child been through something difficult or just isn’t acting like themselves? If your child is expressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, or unexplained difficulties, a play-based model allows a safe environment to explore their feelings and needs affecting healthy functioning. I specialize in using a genuine, non-judgmental, supportive approach to helping children and families develop new ways of thinking and feeling, as well as learning new sets of skills for making choices and having healthier relationships.
I am passionate about working with children and families to find the most effective tools to strengthen relationships, gain relief from current stressors, build comfort with big emotions, and help children find acceptance for who they are.
Does your child have big emotions, anger, worries, or behaviors that you are struggling to understand? Has your child been through something difficult or just isn’t acting like themselves? If your child is expressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, or unexplained difficulties, a play-based model allows a safe environment to explore their feelings and needs affecting healthy functioning. I specialize in using a genuine, non-judgmental, supportive approach to helping children and families develop new ways of thinking and feeling, as well as learning new sets of skills for making choices and having healthier relationships.
Alliance Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, LMHC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85383
I counsel adults, couples, teens,& children to address a wide range of challenges: depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, grief and loss, and parenting.
I invite you to interview me at No Charge by phone. As a WA licensed mental health counselor/AZ licensed professional counselor (master's degree in counseling) I respect clients regardless of their life challenges and recognize them as the one in charge of the counseling. All individuals will have emotional issues at one time or another. I believe those who seek counseling exemplify traits of personal courage & strength. I employ a variety of therapeutic techniques from the cognitive-behavioral & psychoanalytic approaches & address codependency & addiction.
I counsel adults, couples, teens,& children to address a wide range of challenges: depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, grief and loss, and parenting.
I invite you to interview me at No Charge by phone. As a WA licensed mental health counselor/AZ licensed professional counselor (master's degree in counseling) I respect clients regardless of their life challenges and recognize them as the one in charge of the counseling. All individuals will have emotional issues at one time or another. I believe those who seek counseling exemplify traits of personal courage & strength. I employ a variety of therapeutic techniques from the cognitive-behavioral & psychoanalytic approaches & address codependency & addiction.
Beyond Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSMFT, MBA, JD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85233
Ruales is a Story Play Practitioner and play therapist which provides her with a unique specialization when working with children and adolescents.
Ms. Rosa Ruales has a Juris Doctor Degree, a Master in Business Administration, and a Master Degree in Marital, Couple, and Family Counseling, which she graduated with distinction. Her intensive education, bilingual skills, and training combined with her rich multicultural experience has resulted in a solution focused counseling experience for a wide variety of clients. She works with children, families, and couples. She also provides pre-marital counseling. Whether as a couple or as an individual with sexual concerns, infidelity, conflict resolution, communication and connection Ms. Ruales will work with you to help resolve your concerns.
Ruales is a Story Play Practitioner and play therapist which provides her with a unique specialization when working with children and adolescents.
Ms. Rosa Ruales has a Juris Doctor Degree, a Master in Business Administration, and a Master Degree in Marital, Couple, and Family Counseling, which she graduated with distinction. Her intensive education, bilingual skills, and training combined with her rich multicultural experience has resulted in a solution focused counseling experience for a wide variety of clients. She works with children, families, and couples. She also provides pre-marital counseling. Whether as a couple or as an individual with sexual concerns, infidelity, conflict resolution, communication and connection Ms. Ruales will work with you to help resolve your concerns.
I work hard to make sure sessions are comfortable, provide concrete new skills to practice and are enjoyable for both children and adults.
Hello. My hope as your therapist is to create a safe and comfortable place for children, teens, adults and families to learn new skills to communicate and manage their emotions and free themselves of the burdens of the past they carry and the negative thought and behavioral cycles that trap them in a life that does not allow them to reach their goals and experience the maximum amount of joy in their lives.
I work hard to make sure sessions are comfortable, provide concrete new skills to practice and are enjoyable for both children and adults.
Hello. My hope as your therapist is to create a safe and comfortable place for children, teens, adults and families to learn new skills to communicate and manage their emotions and free themselves of the burdens of the past they carry and the negative thought and behavioral cycles that trap them in a life that does not allow them to reach their goals and experience the maximum amount of joy in their lives.
I LOVE working with children as young as 4 years old and adults alike.
I connect to foster deep transformative experiences by understanding brains adapt for both functional and dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors. Adaptive survival processes are explored and resolved via EMDR to reduce the impact of past onto the present. Treatment explores brain/body stress response systems to learn to trigger steady not stress. My background in biology and psychology allows valid comprehensive research to guide treatment, using technology such as HRV biofeedback and EEG neurofeedback in addition to psychotherapy. Specialized treatment is offered for neurodivergent folk as I am also a certified Autism ASD clinician.
I LOVE working with children as young as 4 years old and adults alike.
I connect to foster deep transformative experiences by understanding brains adapt for both functional and dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors. Adaptive survival processes are explored and resolved via EMDR to reduce the impact of past onto the present. Treatment explores brain/body stress response systems to learn to trigger steady not stress. My background in biology and psychology allows valid comprehensive research to guide treatment, using technology such as HRV biofeedback and EEG neurofeedback in addition to psychotherapy. Specialized treatment is offered for neurodivergent folk as I am also a certified Autism ASD clinician.
Jessica Lynn Novoa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85224
Specialties: Complex Trauma, Attachment, Children and Families, Relational EMDR.
Humans are life-long learners all deserving of finding inner peace and self-mastery. Are you an adult who experiences obstacles of emotional conflict, fear, depression, or has residue of trauma limiting your quality of life? Or do you have a child who struggles with their mental health and behavioral issues who needs both a playful and intentional therapist? My goal as your therapist is to facilitate an environment for you to process past trauma and support your path toward positive change. I believe that you can find your inner power to improve relationships with yourself and others. I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
Specialties: Complex Trauma, Attachment, Children and Families, Relational EMDR.
Humans are life-long learners all deserving of finding inner peace and self-mastery. Are you an adult who experiences obstacles of emotional conflict, fear, depression, or has residue of trauma limiting your quality of life? Or do you have a child who struggles with their mental health and behavioral issues who needs both a playful and intentional therapist? My goal as your therapist is to facilitate an environment for you to process past trauma and support your path toward positive change. I believe that you can find your inner power to improve relationships with yourself and others. I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
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As the director of the Center for Connected Living, LLC, with fellowship training in pediatric psychology and over 35 years in the field, it is my honor to serve the needs of children, adolescents, parents, adults, and when appropriate, their families. I have advanced training and expertise in depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, developmental and shock trauma, OCD, and behavioral addictions such include gaming addiction and pornography. I endorse a positive approach that focuses on strengths to enable my clients to live in safe and connected living with self, others, and the outside world.
As the director of the Center for Connected Living, LLC, with fellowship training in pediatric psychology and over 35 years in the field, it is my honor to serve the needs of children, adolescents, parents, adults, and when appropriate, their families. I have advanced training and expertise in depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, developmental and shock trauma, OCD, and behavioral addictions such include gaming addiction and pornography. I endorse a positive approach that focuses on strengths to enable my clients to live in safe and connected living with self, others, and the outside world.
Travis has a deep calling on his life to help individuals, couples, and families work through challenges. Learn new ways to cope, overcome and resolve the pain, hurt, conflict, and other issues life has presented. Married to his wife Amy for over 25 years and having 3 children of his own helps Travis bring real life knowledge and experience of what works and doesn’t work as a spouse and a parent. Travis also brings over 30 years of experience of counsel and help to guide children, teens, couples, parents and families through a Christian based, non-egoic, creative and collaborative approach to therapy.
Travis has a deep calling on his life to help individuals, couples, and families work through challenges. Learn new ways to cope, overcome and resolve the pain, hurt, conflict, and other issues life has presented. Married to his wife Amy for over 25 years and having 3 children of his own helps Travis bring real life knowledge and experience of what works and doesn’t work as a spouse and a parent. Travis also brings over 30 years of experience of counsel and help to guide children, teens, couples, parents and families through a Christian based, non-egoic, creative and collaborative approach to therapy.
Liz Plotkin, Crestview Child Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Tempe, AZ 85284
After you have completed all forms, you will be able to schedule a parents-only intake meeting to discuss concerns and create a treatment plan for your child.
I enjoy helping children make positive changes in their lives. I provide child therapy services for children who are experiencing social, emotional, and/or behavioral challenges. These challenges include emotional outbursts; uncooperative and aggressive behaviors; difficulty managing emotions including anger, anxiety, and sadness; and decreased self-confidence. Life experiences can be difficult for children to understand and navigate. My treatment approach combines play therapy interventions and structured problem solving to help children learn coping strategies and make positive changes.
After you have completed all forms, you will be able to schedule a parents-only intake meeting to discuss concerns and create a treatment plan for your child.
I enjoy helping children make positive changes in their lives. I provide child therapy services for children who are experiencing social, emotional, and/or behavioral challenges. These challenges include emotional outbursts; uncooperative and aggressive behaviors; difficulty managing emotions including anger, anxiety, and sadness; and decreased self-confidence. Life experiences can be difficult for children to understand and navigate. My treatment approach combines play therapy interventions and structured problem solving to help children learn coping strategies and make positive changes.
Connected Heart Clinical Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85249
Hi! My name is Tirzah and I have provided over 10 years of counseling services to children/adolescents and families who are seeking support for concerns related to attachment, emotional dysregulation, trauma and academic performance.
Immediate openings for children and families. Families come in all shapes and sizes, each with its unique struggles. At the heart of every family's struggle is the desire to create meaningful and healthy relationships. Our children reap the benefits of our attempts. Sometimes, however, our family's journey is derailed by life events. Connected Heart Clinical Group is experienced in helping families, in particular children and teens, find balance in these relationships.
Hi! My name is Tirzah and I have provided over 10 years of counseling services to children/adolescents and families who are seeking support for concerns related to attachment, emotional dysregulation, trauma and academic performance.
Immediate openings for children and families. Families come in all shapes and sizes, each with its unique struggles. At the heart of every family's struggle is the desire to create meaningful and healthy relationships. Our children reap the benefits of our attempts. Sometimes, however, our family's journey is derailed by life events. Connected Heart Clinical Group is experienced in helping families, in particular children and teens, find balance in these relationships.
My goal is to provide a light in the storm and guide you or your child through adversity.
Resilience is adversity reframed. This statement encompasses the perspective that everyone experiences difficult times or situations, but through the storm, we can feel peace and work towards growth. Therefore, it is important that we can lean on our support systems to heal and grow from those experiences. I would be honored to be part of you or your child's journey through the storm. My hope is to help clients feel safe and accepted so they can cope with difficulties they may be struggling with.
My goal is to provide a light in the storm and guide you or your child through adversity.
Resilience is adversity reframed. This statement encompasses the perspective that everyone experiences difficult times or situations, but through the storm, we can feel peace and work towards growth. Therefore, it is important that we can lean on our support systems to heal and grow from those experiences. I would be honored to be part of you or your child's journey through the storm. My hope is to help clients feel safe and accepted so they can cope with difficulties they may be struggling with.
I received my BSW from Arizona State University in 2011 and MSW from Arizona State University in 2018, with an emphasis on children, youth, and families.
I am an associate therapist at The Center for Compassion, where we provide mindful care for painful times. I believe that with the proper support, a person can begin to rebuild, adjust, and make meaning out of their experiences and losses, all while continuing to honor and feel connected to their loved one along the way. I am passionate about helping others navigate through grief, loss, trauma, and life’s many challenges. I have experience in several different social work settings; including schools, hospice, and grief support. These experiences have given me the skills to support those enduring many different life challenges.
I received my BSW from Arizona State University in 2011 and MSW from Arizona State University in 2018, with an emphasis on children, youth, and families.
I am an associate therapist at The Center for Compassion, where we provide mindful care for painful times. I believe that with the proper support, a person can begin to rebuild, adjust, and make meaning out of their experiences and losses, all while continuing to honor and feel connected to their loved one along the way. I am passionate about helping others navigate through grief, loss, trauma, and life’s many challenges. I have experience in several different social work settings; including schools, hospice, and grief support. These experiences have given me the skills to support those enduring many different life challenges.
My name is Kammie Furman and I am a licensed associate counselor. I have experience working with a gamut of people with a variety of age demographics, gender, sexuality and cultures. I hold three master's degrees in General Psychology, Human Services Counseling, Dobson Center for Parenting and Child/Adolescent, and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. My skills are in trauma processing, emotional concerns, coping skills, couple challenges, communication, and anger to name a few.
My name is Kammie Furman and I am a licensed associate counselor. I have experience working with a gamut of people with a variety of age demographics, gender, sexuality and cultures. I hold three master's degrees in General Psychology, Human Services Counseling, Dobson Center for Parenting and Child/Adolescent, and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. My skills are in trauma processing, emotional concerns, coping skills, couple challenges, communication, and anger to name a few.
I use these approaches to help children work through painful experiences using their primary language: Play! I am certified in EMDR using this for both children and adults to process past traumatic experiences and decrease the responses to the reminders of these negative experiences.
Many of my clients have emotional responses to things that don't always make sense to them. They may have had hard things happen in the past that continue to come up. I work with adults and children of all ages to work through past trauma, anxiety and other difficult emotions. I strive to make therapy a safe place where you can work towards your goals for yourself and/or your child. In my 10 years as a Mental Health Therapist I have worked with a variety of issues including: anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, self-harm, shame, family conflict, and parenting issues. I work with children ages 5-18 and adults of all ages.
I use these approaches to help children work through painful experiences using their primary language: Play! I am certified in EMDR using this for both children and adults to process past traumatic experiences and decrease the responses to the reminders of these negative experiences.
Many of my clients have emotional responses to things that don't always make sense to them. They may have had hard things happen in the past that continue to come up. I work with adults and children of all ages to work through past trauma, anxiety and other difficult emotions. I strive to make therapy a safe place where you can work towards your goals for yourself and/or your child. In my 10 years as a Mental Health Therapist I have worked with a variety of issues including: anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, self-harm, shame, family conflict, and parenting issues. I work with children ages 5-18 and adults of all ages.
I have experience working with individuals, adolescents, children, and families.
Hi! I’m Tanya, and I and a part of the Help and Hope Counseling team. I am here to listen. Having been on my own personal journey towards healing, from a young age I was curious about how to help people live their best lives. I love to meet people where they are in their journey and walk alongside them to where they want to be. Deep down, we are all looking for connection and understanding. As we move through life, we inevitably encounter situations and events that make us feel isolated and alone. My purpose is to cultivate a therapeutic experience in-person or via telehealth that is collaborative, comfortable, and offers hope.
I have experience working with individuals, adolescents, children, and families.
Hi! I’m Tanya, and I and a part of the Help and Hope Counseling team. I am here to listen. Having been on my own personal journey towards healing, from a young age I was curious about how to help people live their best lives. I love to meet people where they are in their journey and walk alongside them to where they want to be. Deep down, we are all looking for connection and understanding. As we move through life, we inevitably encounter situations and events that make us feel isolated and alone. My purpose is to cultivate a therapeutic experience in-person or via telehealth that is collaborative, comfortable, and offers hope.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Arizona 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 Arizona 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 Arizona 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.