Toddler Therapists in Anthem, AZ
![Photo of Lisa Marie Smith, PhD](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/420b3037-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
As a mother of 5 children with a Master's degree in Child & Adolescent Developmental Psychology and a Ph.D. in Metaphysics & Transpersonal Counseling, my approach is very holistic. My eclectic approach utilizes the hands-on experience of having had a child with autism (who is now 23 and autistic free!). Behavior is a language - what is it "saying?" is my approach. With this approach, we can help the child and family to heal and deal with the issues differently. My intention is to provide a safe space for healing to begin.
As a mother of 5 children with a Master's degree in Child & Adolescent Developmental Psychology and a Ph.D. in Metaphysics & Transpersonal Counseling, my approach is very holistic. My eclectic approach utilizes the hands-on experience of having had a child with autism (who is now 23 and autistic free!). Behavior is a language - what is it "saying?" is my approach. With this approach, we can help the child and family to heal and deal with the issues differently. My intention is to provide a safe space for healing to begin.
![Photo of Cynthia J Spencer, MC, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/19733c4a-16bb-4e91-9f03-8f178d926504/2/320x400.jpeg)
Cynthia J Spencer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anthem, AZ 85086
I have been working with children, young adults, and families for the past 20 years. I began my work in Early Childhood Development and worked with children birth-12 years old and later focused my work to include adolescents and the needs of this unique age group. I specialize in family therapy, grief, anger management, ADHD, social skill difficulties, spectrum disorders, anxiety difficulties, and early childhood traumas including, sexual abuse and child abuse. I also hold a certification in DBT. Please contact me and we can discuss how I can be helpful in treating your child or your family.
I have been working with children, young adults, and families for the past 20 years. I began my work in Early Childhood Development and worked with children birth-12 years old and later focused my work to include adolescents and the needs of this unique age group. I specialize in family therapy, grief, anger management, ADHD, social skill difficulties, spectrum disorders, anxiety difficulties, and early childhood traumas including, sexual abuse and child abuse. I also hold a certification in DBT. Please contact me and we can discuss how I can be helpful in treating your child or your family.
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Courtney Havelind
Counselor, Courtney Havelind, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Anthem, AZ 85086
Courtney is a Christian, trauma-informed therapist. She offers affordable counseling services. She works with clients to identify the root cause of the symptoms they are experiencing. She has experience serving those who have suffered from traumatic events, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, grief and loss, and mental and emotional disorders. Courtney works with clients to heal from past wounds that impact them today. She meets her clients where they are spiritually and integrates faith at a level they are comfortable with.
Courtney is a Christian, trauma-informed therapist. She offers affordable counseling services. She works with clients to identify the root cause of the symptoms they are experiencing. She has experience serving those who have suffered from traumatic events, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, grief and loss, and mental and emotional disorders. Courtney works with clients to heal from past wounds that impact them today. She meets her clients where they are spiritually and integrates faith at a level they are comfortable with.
![Photo of Elizabeth Rahamim - Strategies for Success, MD, LCSW, PsyNP, PMHNP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5181833f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Strategies for Success
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MD, LCSW, PsyNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Anthem, AZ 85086
At Strategies for Success, we offer a Problem Solving Approach to a Healthier Life. Where you experience barriers, we work hard to identify creative solutions. We will help you formulate your Strategy for Success to address areas of difficulty affecting functioning, motivation, relationships, communication and substance use. Our team approach to care may include psychotherapy, medication management, group classes, EMDR, neurofeedback or other services to help improve both mental health and physical health. SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT HERE: https://intakeq.com/booking/rivryx?serviceId=c9742fa6-80b8-4759-880f-114469184f8d
At Strategies for Success, we offer a Problem Solving Approach to a Healthier Life. Where you experience barriers, we work hard to identify creative solutions. We will help you formulate your Strategy for Success to address areas of difficulty affecting functioning, motivation, relationships, communication and substance use. Our team approach to care may include psychotherapy, medication management, group classes, EMDR, neurofeedback or other services to help improve both mental health and physical health. SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT HERE: https://intakeq.com/booking/rivryx?serviceId=c9742fa6-80b8-4759-880f-114469184f8d
![Photo of Brianne Bennett, LAC, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b39518a8-2b09-4b41-9396-42a7e8b13477/1/320x400.jpeg)
Brianne believes that each of her clients are an expert and the ultimate healer of what troubles them. Often the inability to identify or communicate their troubles is the real issues that prevents them from feeling better. That is where her specialties can bridge the gap.
Brianne believes that each of her clients are an expert and the ultimate healer of what troubles them. Often the inability to identify or communicate their troubles is the real issues that prevents them from feeling better. That is where her specialties can bridge the gap.
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ADHD Treatment Center and Wellness Clinic
DNP, PMHNP, FNP-C, MSN
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85085
Caroline Olotu is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner. She sees both Adults and Children. She specializes in psychiatric mental health care, specializing in the evaluation & treatment of ADHD and related disorders such as anxiety, depression, test anxiety, insomnia, depression, PTSD and Bipolar disorder. We provide medication management if you’re already taking Adderall, Vyvanse, Ritalin, or other ADHD medications, after an initial evaluation, we can provide refills for your medication. Tele-medicine sessions available
Caroline Olotu is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner. She sees both Adults and Children. She specializes in psychiatric mental health care, specializing in the evaluation & treatment of ADHD and related disorders such as anxiety, depression, test anxiety, insomnia, depression, PTSD and Bipolar disorder. We provide medication management if you’re already taking Adderall, Vyvanse, Ritalin, or other ADHD medications, after an initial evaluation, we can provide refills for your medication. Tele-medicine sessions available
![Photo of Jaymie Kaczmarek, MS, LPC, NCC , CFC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6c207c95-5bd6-4d43-b1f3-d62c6b43bbc4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jaymie Kaczmarek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC , CFC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
I am a Clinical Mental Health Therapist, Custody Evaluator, and Parent Coordinator in private practice in Central Oregon with over 20 years of experience in custody dispute and parenting time issues. I specialize in co-parenting, parental alienation, parenting estrangement, and parent-child relationship issues. I also work with teens and adults with addiction issues, social barriers, self-harm behaviors, anxiety, and depression.
I am a Clinical Mental Health Therapist, Custody Evaluator, and Parent Coordinator in private practice in Central Oregon with over 20 years of experience in custody dispute and parenting time issues. I specialize in co-parenting, parental alienation, parenting estrangement, and parent-child relationship issues. I also work with teens and adults with addiction issues, social barriers, self-harm behaviors, anxiety, and depression.
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Coastal Counseling Services
Counselor, LMHC, LMT, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
My approach to therapy is integrative and includes the mental, physical, spiritual, energetic and emotional components of healing. I am eclectic and use a variety of counseling techniques and bodywork modalities to match the client's needs and situation. My ideal client is one who has used traditional talk therapy and is 'stuck' in the loop of the mind and wishes to heal, change, grow or resolve and move on with life. Most conditions are improved by my approach, especially with those who are willing. I see couples for relationship counseling using a you/me/us approach. It works!
My approach to therapy is integrative and includes the mental, physical, spiritual, energetic and emotional components of healing. I am eclectic and use a variety of counseling techniques and bodywork modalities to match the client's needs and situation. My ideal client is one who has used traditional talk therapy and is 'stuck' in the loop of the mind and wishes to heal, change, grow or resolve and move on with life. Most conditions are improved by my approach, especially with those who are willing. I see couples for relationship counseling using a you/me/us approach. It works!
![Photo of Irene Margaret DiNublia, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0dc59118-ebd6-4be9-a01a-4e885ca90c94/2/320x400.jpeg)
Irene Margaret DiNublia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85085
Irene is a Licensed Master Level Social Worker (LMSW) with over 18 years of working with families and children. She utilizes a strength-based trauma-informed approach and is passionate about early childhood mental health, the parent/child relationship, attachment & trauma healing, and recovery. Irene offers a safe non-judgmental environment using a variety of methods that will meet the individual needs of the children, families, or adult seeking help. Irene offers: EMDR for adults and children, Parent-Child relationship therapy, Child/Parent Psychotherapy, Play Therapy, Sandtray Therapy, Theraplay and Mindfulness.
Irene is a Licensed Master Level Social Worker (LMSW) with over 18 years of working with families and children. She utilizes a strength-based trauma-informed approach and is passionate about early childhood mental health, the parent/child relationship, attachment & trauma healing, and recovery. Irene offers a safe non-judgmental environment using a variety of methods that will meet the individual needs of the children, families, or adult seeking help. Irene offers: EMDR for adults and children, Parent-Child relationship therapy, Child/Parent Psychotherapy, Play Therapy, Sandtray Therapy, Theraplay and Mindfulness.
![Photo of Natalie Kaska - North Pointe Services Featured Clinician, LAC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/733ff758-d944-4419-8eaf-fc7b2f35e686/1/320x400.jpeg)
At North Pointe Services we are here to offer support in times of crisis, to understand and advocate for your needs, help you recognize your strengths, and provide real solutions to real issues. We provide encouragement and skill building to parents of children and teens that are struggling with emotional/behavioral difficulties. We also support adult individuals who are on their journey towards living their best lives. We have a strong team of diverse therapists from different backgrounds that are dedicated to helping you make the changes you desire. You can learn more about Natalie at our website: www.northpointeservices.org.
At North Pointe Services we are here to offer support in times of crisis, to understand and advocate for your needs, help you recognize your strengths, and provide real solutions to real issues. We provide encouragement and skill building to parents of children and teens that are struggling with emotional/behavioral difficulties. We also support adult individuals who are on their journey towards living their best lives. We have a strong team of diverse therapists from different backgrounds that are dedicated to helping you make the changes you desire. You can learn more about Natalie at our website: www.northpointeservices.org.
![Photo of Jacob N Hyde - Warfighter Psychology, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bbef8e41-f484-424d-a295-3aae5009c5ea/2/320x400.jpeg)
Warfighter Psychology works primarily with doctors, surgeons, college & professional athletes, attorneys, engineers, and others whose lives and professions are high-risk and demand extreme precision. Our practice also treats the children and families of individuals in professions like this given that they face unique stressors and pressures that can cause disruptions in functioning or family dynamics.
Warfighter Psychology works primarily with doctors, surgeons, college & professional athletes, attorneys, engineers, and others whose lives and professions are high-risk and demand extreme precision. Our practice also treats the children and families of individuals in professions like this given that they face unique stressors and pressures that can cause disruptions in functioning or family dynamics.
Nicolle Mannion
Marriage & Family Therapist, BHT, MAS, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85085
Waitlist for new clients
Nicolle is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Arizona State University. She works with families and individuals of all ages and is dedicated to helping both individuals and families reach optimization through a strengths-based, multi-perspective lens on the family system. She incorporates her background in public health to provide trauma informed and mindful components of care to clients facing life transitions, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, anger, and self-esteem challenges with a focus on establishing strong rapport and reasonable goals for clients.
Nicolle is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Arizona State University. She works with families and individuals of all ages and is dedicated to helping both individuals and families reach optimization through a strengths-based, multi-perspective lens on the family system. She incorporates her background in public health to provide trauma informed and mindful components of care to clients facing life transitions, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, anger, and self-esteem challenges with a focus on establishing strong rapport and reasonable goals for clients.
![Photo of Ashleigh Fall, MA, LPC, RPT-S, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3e33a9ae-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Ashleigh Fall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S, NCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Waitlist for new clients
Ashleigh is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, providing individual and family therapy with people of all ages. She specializes in working with young children 2-6 years old, as well as teens and young adults. She also provides supervision to associate therapists seeking independent licensure, as well as therapists looking to earn their Registered Play Therapist credentials. Her primarily styles of therapy are Client-Centered and Adlerian approaches.
Ashleigh is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, providing individual and family therapy with people of all ages. She specializes in working with young children 2-6 years old, as well as teens and young adults. She also provides supervision to associate therapists seeking independent licensure, as well as therapists looking to earn their Registered Play Therapist credentials. Her primarily styles of therapy are Client-Centered and Adlerian approaches.
![Photo of Eva Cristina Norheim, LAC, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a47c6344-3e34-4b64-8b42-281872abddb5/3/320x400.jpeg)
It takes time to pick up the pieces. Parts of you may feel broken, paralyzed, and unheard. With intergenerational systems of dysfunction, very few of us grew up with anything approaching healthy relating. As mammals, we can use the natural force towards connection along with regulating our autonomic fitness to return to our joyful and intuitive self. I can help adults and teens create movement in the isolated "stuck places" and integrate unprocessed pain and suffering. I am passionate about serving children who also highly benefit from therapy by communicating their inner world through play.
It takes time to pick up the pieces. Parts of you may feel broken, paralyzed, and unheard. With intergenerational systems of dysfunction, very few of us grew up with anything approaching healthy relating. As mammals, we can use the natural force towards connection along with regulating our autonomic fitness to return to our joyful and intuitive self. I can help adults and teens create movement in the isolated "stuck places" and integrate unprocessed pain and suffering. I am passionate about serving children who also highly benefit from therapy by communicating their inner world through play.
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Pre-book a free 30-minute consultation through our website. Our intake coordinator can answer your questions and help schedule your evaluation. www.amandahackwell.com/contact
Pre-book a free 30-minute consultation through our website. Our intake coordinator can answer your questions and help schedule your evaluation. www.amandahackwell.com/contact
![Photo of Kathleen Jeffery, LAC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f438d5eb-027f-4a30-bebc-1e858eed58ed/1/320x400.jpeg)
Do you want to get at the root of your stress, triggers, anxiety, or depression? Do you want to learn how to be kind to yourself? Do you want to be able to notice and cope with your emotions? I will help you investigate why that behavior is being triggered in you. I'll help you process the root of that behavior. You'll learn to notice your stress, anxiety, or depression in the moment and to be kind with yourself rather than judgmental. My previous clients have gotten rid of social anxiety, have improved their relationships, have developed new ways to cope, and are living more empowered lives!
Do you want to get at the root of your stress, triggers, anxiety, or depression? Do you want to learn how to be kind to yourself? Do you want to be able to notice and cope with your emotions? I will help you investigate why that behavior is being triggered in you. I'll help you process the root of that behavior. You'll learn to notice your stress, anxiety, or depression in the moment and to be kind with yourself rather than judgmental. My previous clients have gotten rid of social anxiety, have improved their relationships, have developed new ways to cope, and are living more empowered lives!
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Let me help you find your balance. We'll focus on the goals and timelines you set by building upon your individual strengths, beliefs and life experience. I'm interactive and will intertwine technology, insights, and practical feedback with compassion and humor (especially if you have a mentally ill family member, difficult or special-needs child /spouse or an aging parent). I'm available to conduct video and in-person sessions after 5:00 pm. You can book your first appointment in less than 5 minutes via my 24/7 online scheduler. Please visit my website, www.DianeGoula.com to learn more.
Let me help you find your balance. We'll focus on the goals and timelines you set by building upon your individual strengths, beliefs and life experience. I'm interactive and will intertwine technology, insights, and practical feedback with compassion and humor (especially if you have a mentally ill family member, difficult or special-needs child /spouse or an aging parent). I'm available to conduct video and in-person sessions after 5:00 pm. You can book your first appointment in less than 5 minutes via my 24/7 online scheduler. Please visit my website, www.DianeGoula.com to learn more.
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Ashlea Taylor-Barber
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85085
Are you seeking an unbiased person open to listening and discussing your thoughts? Sometimes we all need that! Life often brings us curve balls in the form of relational, career, racial, marital or family conflict that cause us to question who we are. These situations rattle our emotions to our core or change the normality that we call our life. During these times the ability to work through this with someone who specializes in transitional change maybe the answer!
Are you seeking an unbiased person open to listening and discussing your thoughts? Sometimes we all need that! Life often brings us curve balls in the form of relational, career, racial, marital or family conflict that cause us to question who we are. These situations rattle our emotions to our core or change the normality that we call our life. During these times the ability to work through this with someone who specializes in transitional change maybe the answer!
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Are you or someone in your family struggling with conflict, anxiety, depression, divorce, or some other life change? Is your child or teen struggling to manage emotions or having behavioral issues? These issues can impact your family, friendships, work, and other daily life areas. This can be an overwhelming and confusing time for everyone in the family and you or your child may be feeling exhausted and have little hope that it can change. I take will a holistic approach to helping you find solutions that work and strategies that are specific to your circumstances.
Are you or someone in your family struggling with conflict, anxiety, depression, divorce, or some other life change? Is your child or teen struggling to manage emotions or having behavioral issues? These issues can impact your family, friendships, work, and other daily life areas. This can be an overwhelming and confusing time for everyone in the family and you or your child may be feeling exhausted and have little hope that it can change. I take will a holistic approach to helping you find solutions that work and strategies that are specific to your circumstances.
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Riley is a counseling intern from Arizona State University, pursuing a master’s degree in mental health counseling. Riley integrates therapeutic styles such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered approaches, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness practices to provide a compassionate and tailored approach for individuals of all ages. Riley has diverse experience in working with children and as a habilitation provider. Riley is dedicated to creating a warm, client-centered space for exploration and growth at any stage of life.
Riley is a counseling intern from Arizona State University, pursuing a master’s degree in mental health counseling. Riley integrates therapeutic styles such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered approaches, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness practices to provide a compassionate and tailored approach for individuals of all ages. Riley has diverse experience in working with children and as a habilitation provider. Riley is dedicated to creating a warm, client-centered space for exploration and growth at any stage of life.
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Toddler Therapists
What are the behavioral signs indicating a toddler might need counseling?
Common behavioral signs that a child may need counseling include high levels of emotional distress or anxiety, learning challenges, interpersonal conflict, anger, or social withdrawal. Any drastic changes in toddler behavior or self-esteem can be indicative that a child may benefit from therapy. Seeing a therapist at the early stages of any behavioral changes can be most impactful on behavior, as well as helpful to caregivers who may receive guidance on what symptoms to look for in their child in the future, even if therapy is not warranted at that time.
Can a two-year-old see a psychologist?
Children and adults of all ages can see psychologists and other forms of mental health professionals, such as counselors, psychiatrists, and social workers. Families seeking therapy for their toddler should just be aware that any guidance they seek should come from a professional who has specific experience working with young children, as well as the specific modalities that are appropriate for young children, such as play therapy.
What is the most effective type of therapy for toddlers and preschoolers?
In general, play therapy is the most effective and common form of therapy for young children. Play therapy helps facilitate behavior change by offering an age-appropriate way for children to express their emotions and develop more effective coping strategies. Toddlers with specific concerns may benefit from more specialized forms of therapy, such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for toddlers in families in which there is significant parent-child relational conflict.
What happens during therapy sessions for toddlers?
What occurs in therapy sessions for toddlers depends on the therapeutic approach being used by the therapist. Most toddler therapists will use some form of play therapy in sessions to encourage toddler engagement. In play therapy sessions, children are encouraged to use toys within the therapy setting to express their emotions; subsequent responses by the therapist and/or family members can help guide toddler behavior and behavior change. Toddler therapy sessions can also involve family therapy or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which can help improve parenting behaviors and reduce strain on families.