Toddler Therapists in Chandler, AZ
Are you worried about your infant, toddler, or preschooler’s development? Is your little one having trouble making friends and playing? Are you looking for an autism assessment?
Are you worried about your infant, toddler, or preschooler’s development? Is your little one having trouble making friends and playing? Are you looking for an autism assessment?
We wholeheartedly believe individuals and families can have hope and peace in the midst of difficult times. We offer support, understanding and genuine help when you need it the most. The staff at North Pointe Services takes the opportunity to recognize your needs, build up your personal strength and provide solutions to your real issues. We want to encourage and build you up in healthy ways of being so that you can influence those around you in a bigger and more positive ways. We support children, teens and adult individuals as well as couples and families who are on their journey towards living their best lives.
We wholeheartedly believe individuals and families can have hope and peace in the midst of difficult times. We offer support, understanding and genuine help when you need it the most. The staff at North Pointe Services takes the opportunity to recognize your needs, build up your personal strength and provide solutions to your real issues. We want to encourage and build you up in healthy ways of being so that you can influence those around you in a bigger and more positive ways. We support children, teens and adult individuals as well as couples and families who are on their journey towards living their best lives.
For over 25 years as a clinician I remain passionate in helping children, adolescents and families who are struggling with emotional issues and challenges. I provide services for a variety of issues for children and teens ages 3-18. My patient and compassionate approach promotes healing and positive changes. I utilize a strength based treatment to empower children and teens to be successful and emotionally stable. I establish positive relationships with my clients, even those who are initially resistant to therapy. I follow their lead, knowing that establishing trust is the first step in the therapeutic process.
For over 25 years as a clinician I remain passionate in helping children, adolescents and families who are struggling with emotional issues and challenges. I provide services for a variety of issues for children and teens ages 3-18. My patient and compassionate approach promotes healing and positive changes. I utilize a strength based treatment to empower children and teens to be successful and emotionally stable. I establish positive relationships with my clients, even those who are initially resistant to therapy. I follow their lead, knowing that establishing trust is the first step in the therapeutic process.
Carolyn Lamparella
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225 (Online Only)
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and has provided counseling and life coaching services to individuals, couples, families, adolescents and children for more than 28 years. She graduated from James Madison University with an Ed.S. in counseling psychology and obtained a Certification from the Washington School of Psychiatry in Infant and Young Child Mental Health. She focuses on holistic mental and emotional wellness with an emphasis on the benefits of meditation, exercise and cognitive behavioral strategies for the treatment of stress, anxiety and depression.
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and has provided counseling and life coaching services to individuals, couples, families, adolescents and children for more than 28 years. She graduated from James Madison University with an Ed.S. in counseling psychology and obtained a Certification from the Washington School of Psychiatry in Infant and Young Child Mental Health. She focuses on holistic mental and emotional wellness with an emphasis on the benefits of meditation, exercise and cognitive behavioral strategies for the treatment of stress, anxiety and depression.
Arizona Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85226
Our team is here to help you! The Clinic was launched to honor our mission of serving the community by providing affordable and inclusive therapy services at the highest level of care, while offering quality training and development to clinicians. Our team is committed to creating a welcoming and safe environment for individuals, couples, and families of all lifestyles and stages of their relationships. We offer affordable therapy options starting at $40 per hour with one of our Graduate Clinical Interns, as well as options with highly experienced therapists that have been practicing for 10-20+ years. We have someone for everyone!
Our team is here to help you! The Clinic was launched to honor our mission of serving the community by providing affordable and inclusive therapy services at the highest level of care, while offering quality training and development to clinicians. Our team is committed to creating a welcoming and safe environment for individuals, couples, and families of all lifestyles and stages of their relationships. We offer affordable therapy options starting at $40 per hour with one of our Graduate Clinical Interns, as well as options with highly experienced therapists that have been practicing for 10-20+ years. We have someone for everyone!
Jillian Sperling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85225
I am excited to offer the services of my private therapy practice for children, adolescents, and their families, as well as adults, Through the Woods Therapy AZ, LLC. For the past 13 years I have worked with children and their families who have struggled with issues including but not limited to: suicide attempts and ideation, homicidal ideation, family conflict, behavioral issues, aggression, anxiety, emotional and physical abuse, ADHD, defiance, and emotion dysregulation. I also provide therapy services for adults struggling with depression, anxiety, anger management, as well as other difficulties.
I am excited to offer the services of my private therapy practice for children, adolescents, and their families, as well as adults, Through the Woods Therapy AZ, LLC. For the past 13 years I have worked with children and their families who have struggled with issues including but not limited to: suicide attempts and ideation, homicidal ideation, family conflict, behavioral issues, aggression, anxiety, emotional and physical abuse, ADHD, defiance, and emotion dysregulation. I also provide therapy services for adults struggling with depression, anxiety, anger management, as well as other difficulties.
Natalie Andersen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S, IMH-E
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
Hello and thank you for your interest in therapy. I believe the relationship between the therapist and client is the most important part of the therapy journey. I specialize in working with children birth to early teens as well as young adults who have experienced trauma, including sexual and physical abuse, neglect, witness to domestic violence and homicide and attachment difficulties. In addition, Natalie uses several modalities in treatment, including Child Parent Psychotherapy, dyadic treatment for children (birth to 5) and their parents, play therapy, art therapy, and sand tray therapy.
Hello and thank you for your interest in therapy. I believe the relationship between the therapist and client is the most important part of the therapy journey. I specialize in working with children birth to early teens as well as young adults who have experienced trauma, including sexual and physical abuse, neglect, witness to domestic violence and homicide and attachment difficulties. In addition, Natalie uses several modalities in treatment, including Child Parent Psychotherapy, dyadic treatment for children (birth to 5) and their parents, play therapy, art therapy, and sand tray therapy.
Kari L Hesketh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
I believe people are courageous to face their individual and relationship challenges. My role as a therapist is to assist my clients toward a more desirable future and provide a safe, non-judgmental, supportive environment that nurtures growth and healing. I approach therapy from an integrative holistic perspective. My approach is influenced largely by but not limited to Client-centered, CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy), EMDR (Eye-movement desensitization reprocessing) trauma therapy, play therapy, sandtray, expressive arts, and Neurofeedback Brain Training for individuals and families.
I believe people are courageous to face their individual and relationship challenges. My role as a therapist is to assist my clients toward a more desirable future and provide a safe, non-judgmental, supportive environment that nurtures growth and healing. I approach therapy from an integrative holistic perspective. My approach is influenced largely by but not limited to Client-centered, CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy), EMDR (Eye-movement desensitization reprocessing) trauma therapy, play therapy, sandtray, expressive arts, and Neurofeedback Brain Training for individuals and families.
Accepting new clients. Judi is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over thirty years of experience providing strategic therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and family therapy to adults, children, adolescents, and families.
Accepting new clients. Judi is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over thirty years of experience providing strategic therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and family therapy to adults, children, adolescents, and families.
Blanca R Bertrand
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85286
The relationship between therapist and client is one of the most important aspects of having a positive and successful experience in therapy, for children and their families. I consider it an honor and a privilege to walk alongside a child or adult as they take that first step to begin their healing. I love working with families and children by creating a gentle, safe, and accepting environment. I am committed to working closely with parents recognizing that they are vital in this healing process. I have extensive training in trauma and attachment wounds in children and adults, but I specialize in children.
The relationship between therapist and client is one of the most important aspects of having a positive and successful experience in therapy, for children and their families. I consider it an honor and a privilege to walk alongside a child or adult as they take that first step to begin their healing. I love working with families and children by creating a gentle, safe, and accepting environment. I am committed to working closely with parents recognizing that they are vital in this healing process. I have extensive training in trauma and attachment wounds in children and adults, but I specialize in children.
Abrianna E Colossio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSc, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85224
Raising Happiness Child Therapy is a child-centered practice dedicated to safeguarding the emotional well-being of children aged 3 to 17. Their team of specialized therapists applies proven therapies like TF-CBT, DBT, NLP, GLM, MRT, and EMDR in individual, family, and group counseling sessions. By forming compassionate partnerships with children, families, and educators, they strive to empower young minds to surmount challenges, cultivate resilience, and discover genuine happiness as they navigate the intricate paths of life's journeys.
Raising Happiness Child Therapy is a child-centered practice dedicated to safeguarding the emotional well-being of children aged 3 to 17. Their team of specialized therapists applies proven therapies like TF-CBT, DBT, NLP, GLM, MRT, and EMDR in individual, family, and group counseling sessions. By forming compassionate partnerships with children, families, and educators, they strive to empower young minds to surmount challenges, cultivate resilience, and discover genuine happiness as they navigate the intricate paths of life's journeys.
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Christina Dudo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT-S, IMH-E
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85286
I work with children dealing with a range of issues, including anxiety/depression, school refusal and behavioral issues, symptoms/needs related to their neurodivergence (e.g., Autism, ADHD), complex trauma or PTSD, family relational issues (e.g., separation anxiety, attachment barriers, conflict), peer relationship struggles, low self-esteem, and more. Some parents are looking for a little guidance, while others may be needing more extensive support. I collaborate with families to better understand what exactly a child needs, and we work together to help their children gain the skills they need to be successful in their lives.
I work with children dealing with a range of issues, including anxiety/depression, school refusal and behavioral issues, symptoms/needs related to their neurodivergence (e.g., Autism, ADHD), complex trauma or PTSD, family relational issues (e.g., separation anxiety, attachment barriers, conflict), peer relationship struggles, low self-esteem, and more. Some parents are looking for a little guidance, while others may be needing more extensive support. I collaborate with families to better understand what exactly a child needs, and we work together to help their children gain the skills they need to be successful in their lives.
Lifeline Professional Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85224
Lifeline Behavioral Health and Professional Counseling Services is approved by most major insurance companies and the state Dept. of Health Services! We are committed to providing ethical and evidenced based counseling, coaching, and therapy to assist you with the many obstacles life brings your way. We are focused on step by step goal designed approaches.
Lifeline Behavioral Health and Professional Counseling Services is approved by most major insurance companies and the state Dept. of Health Services! We are committed to providing ethical and evidenced based counseling, coaching, and therapy to assist you with the many obstacles life brings your way. We are focused on step by step goal designed approaches.
Connected Heart Clinical Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85249
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.
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.
Amanda Halamka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC, CCTSI, PLLC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85225
I love to help people. I believe that therapy helps everyone at different parts of life. I love working with kids, adults, families, couples and teens. I use DBT and CBT to talk about mindfulness, awareness, perspective and trauma. I am trauma certified and enjoy helping people with the good and bad traumas of life. Working on your goals is very important. I like to think that we work on you as a whole person. I teach a lot of coping skills because some work now and some may work later but a lot of tools within your toolbox is important.
I love to help people. I believe that therapy helps everyone at different parts of life. I love working with kids, adults, families, couples and teens. I use DBT and CBT to talk about mindfulness, awareness, perspective and trauma. I am trauma certified and enjoy helping people with the good and bad traumas of life. Working on your goals is very important. I like to think that we work on you as a whole person. I teach a lot of coping skills because some work now and some may work later but a lot of tools within your toolbox is important.
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 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.
Susanne Nigro
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225 (Online Only)
At times the challenges we are presented with can be painfully overwhelming. Some of our choices and habits along with our need for companionship affect our judgment. Indecisiveness and complacency can manifest as unsatisfying patterns of behavior or disheartening relationships. I believe it is possible to create meaningful changes, to be the person you want to be and live a happy, fulfilling life. For young client's fun and play are important. Incorporating creative, expressive art and play therapy interventions is my specialty. This is a great way to connect with children and teens unresponsive to traditional forms of therapy.
At times the challenges we are presented with can be painfully overwhelming. Some of our choices and habits along with our need for companionship affect our judgment. Indecisiveness and complacency can manifest as unsatisfying patterns of behavior or disheartening relationships. I believe it is possible to create meaningful changes, to be the person you want to be and live a happy, fulfilling life. For young client's fun and play are important. Incorporating creative, expressive art and play therapy interventions is my specialty. This is a great way to connect with children and teens unresponsive to traditional forms of therapy.
I have always been interested in childhood development and how one’s experiences throughout early life shape identity, perceptions, and views of society and the world.
I have always been interested in childhood development and how one’s experiences throughout early life shape identity, perceptions, and views of society and the world.
Jill K. Cruz
Marriage & Family Therapist, BSN, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85226
Losing hope things can change? I have been working with individuals, families, and couples for over a decade on how to overcome some of the most difficult and perplexing relational issues. My approach is direct and simple, to identify specific patterns, limiting beliefs or behaviors that lead to ineffective outcomes. I work collaboratively with my clients, using unique and innovative methods to gain understanding on root causes, and develop strength- based solutions to create a path for authentic and lasting change. I am also a pioneer in both the creation and facilitation of intensive therapeutic services here at our clinic.
Losing hope things can change? I have been working with individuals, families, and couples for over a decade on how to overcome some of the most difficult and perplexing relational issues. My approach is direct and simple, to identify specific patterns, limiting beliefs or behaviors that lead to ineffective outcomes. I work collaboratively with my clients, using unique and innovative methods to gain understanding on root causes, and develop strength- based solutions to create a path for authentic and lasting change. I am also a pioneer in both the creation and facilitation of intensive therapeutic services here at our clinic.
***I am mostly unable to accept new therapy clients. I am only accepting clients for psychological, psychoeducational, DDD, and gifted evaluations at this time. Wait time for a psychological eval is approximately 6 months. Wait time for a gifted eval is about 4 weeks*** My goal to assist children, teens, and young adults in reaching their full potential. I seek to provide services that better equip a child or adolescent to make positive choices, to overcome and move forward from significant loss and negative experiences, to feel good about him or herself, and to feel capable of achieving all that he or she desires.
***I am mostly unable to accept new therapy clients. I am only accepting clients for psychological, psychoeducational, DDD, and gifted evaluations at this time. Wait time for a psychological eval is approximately 6 months. Wait time for a gifted eval is about 4 weeks*** My goal to assist children, teens, and young adults in reaching their full potential. I seek to provide services that better equip a child or adolescent to make positive choices, to overcome and move forward from significant loss and negative experiences, to feel good about him or herself, and to feel capable of achieving all that he or she desires.
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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.