Toddler Therapists in Pasadena, CA
Are you having difficulties getting out of the house with your toddler or preschooler as they have a meltdown over putting their shoes on? Have you ever felt the eyes of strangers watching you as you manage your child’s anger outbursts in the grocery store? Do you ever feel consumed by guilt, worry, or frustration related to raising your child? These challenges can feel debilitating, embarrassing even, but things can get better with the right kind of supports in place.
Are you having difficulties getting out of the house with your toddler or preschooler as they have a meltdown over putting their shoes on? Have you ever felt the eyes of strangers watching you as you manage your child’s anger outbursts in the grocery store? Do you ever feel consumed by guilt, worry, or frustration related to raising your child? These challenges can feel debilitating, embarrassing even, but things can get better with the right kind of supports in place.
Gloria Avrech
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91106
Waitlist for new clients
Are you searching for inner peace, growth, healing and self-understanding? Seeking a safe place where you can have a caring companion to help you explore who you really are? Tools to assist you with daily life struggles, sorrows and joys?
Are you searching for inner peace, growth, healing and self-understanding? Seeking a safe place where you can have a caring companion to help you explore who you really are? Tools to assist you with daily life struggles, sorrows and joys?
Jayme Malachowsky
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
You are the expert in your own experience, so our work together will be collaborative, creative and customized to fit your unique needs. I strongly believe that we are all doing the best we can with the knowledge and resources we have in the moment. We can’t do better until we know better, so I’m here to support you as you learn, grow, heal and discover what "better" is for you.
You are the expert in your own experience, so our work together will be collaborative, creative and customized to fit your unique needs. I strongly believe that we are all doing the best we can with the knowledge and resources we have in the moment. We can’t do better until we know better, so I’m here to support you as you learn, grow, heal and discover what "better" is for you.
My name is Dr. Allen Sung, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist and the Clinical Director of Huntington Psychological Services in Pasadena, CA. I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological testing and assessments for children and adults experiencing educational, social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. I hold a Bachelor's degree from UCLA and a Master's and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology. I strive to conduct evaluations with the same care, compassion, and professionalism that I would expect for myself or my loved ones.
My name is Dr. Allen Sung, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist and the Clinical Director of Huntington Psychological Services in Pasadena, CA. I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological testing and assessments for children and adults experiencing educational, social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. I hold a Bachelor's degree from UCLA and a Master's and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology. I strive to conduct evaluations with the same care, compassion, and professionalism that I would expect for myself or my loved ones.
Welcome to my practice! I feel privileged to be in a position to guide people through various problems, in search of solutions and geared toward healthy living. I have learned that the most important component to creating a healthy therapeutic process is the meaningful relationships that we create along the way. I currently utilize a strength-based approach in my work with children, adolescence, and families-the focus of the work is identifying and building from the strengths of the individual. I value the collaborative effort that goes into developing a treatment plan; collaboration allows us to experience movement toward pathways of transformation.
Welcome to my practice! I feel privileged to be in a position to guide people through various problems, in search of solutions and geared toward healthy living. I have learned that the most important component to creating a healthy therapeutic process is the meaningful relationships that we create along the way. I currently utilize a strength-based approach in my work with children, adolescence, and families-the focus of the work is identifying and building from the strengths of the individual. I value the collaborative effort that goes into developing a treatment plan; collaboration allows us to experience movement toward pathways of transformation.
Dr. Brianna Marecki specializes in evidenced-based psychotherapy and assessment with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She has extensive experience in treating anxiety and mood disorders in children, adolescents, and young adults. She has expertise in treating symptoms and behaviors related to Autism and ADHD. She also provides parent training for behavioral difficulties and strengthening parent-child relationships. Dr. Marecki provides neuropsychological and psychodiagnostic evaluations for children and adolescents.
Dr. Brianna Marecki specializes in evidenced-based psychotherapy and assessment with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She has extensive experience in treating anxiety and mood disorders in children, adolescents, and young adults. She has expertise in treating symptoms and behaviors related to Autism and ADHD. She also provides parent training for behavioral difficulties and strengthening parent-child relationships. Dr. Marecki provides neuropsychological and psychodiagnostic evaluations for children and adolescents.
I enjoy working with children from toddlers to teens on a variety of issues, ranging from anxiety, depression, trauma, emotion regulation, and relationship issues, etc. I also want to support you in the challenges of parenting. Together we can work to find an approach that fits you and your child. I am trained in systemic therapy, play therapy, art therapy, and mindfulness. Therapy can nurture healthy growth and development in your life and relationships. The goal is to help you create healthy bonds and coping skills that bring you joy and help during difficult times. Life can be complex - take a step towards comfort and change!
I enjoy working with children from toddlers to teens on a variety of issues, ranging from anxiety, depression, trauma, emotion regulation, and relationship issues, etc. I also want to support you in the challenges of parenting. Together we can work to find an approach that fits you and your child. I am trained in systemic therapy, play therapy, art therapy, and mindfulness. Therapy can nurture healthy growth and development in your life and relationships. The goal is to help you create healthy bonds and coping skills that bring you joy and help during difficult times. Life can be complex - take a step towards comfort and change!
My work and life experience repeatedly show me that we long for growth and life giving connections. Yet our behavior patterns, expectations, unmet needs, family dynamics, and coping skills (to name a few) seem to keep us stuck. You don’t need to figure this out on your own.
My work and life experience repeatedly show me that we long for growth and life giving connections. Yet our behavior patterns, expectations, unmet needs, family dynamics, and coping skills (to name a few) seem to keep us stuck. You don’t need to figure this out on your own.
Alice Elizabeth Kevork
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
Is life too much to handle and it's triggering anger? Sometimes it feels that way... Would you like to reach the goals you once set? Are you ready to know more about yourself and do thing and solve problems like you once did but somehow it feels overwhelming now? Are you ready to thrive? You are in the right place. Call the number above for a free phone consultation.
Is life too much to handle and it's triggering anger? Sometimes it feels that way... Would you like to reach the goals you once set? Are you ready to know more about yourself and do thing and solve problems like you once did but somehow it feels overwhelming now? Are you ready to thrive? You are in the right place. Call the number above for a free phone consultation.
I have over a decade of training and experience providing therapy to children, adolescences and adults. I believe that people have a great deal of resiliancy and strength and that there are times in our lives that we need help to uncover and remember how strong we are. I work with people to uncover their own strengths to help themselves out of any situation that arises in their lives. I have a great deal of experience in treating trauma related disorder such as depression and anxiety.
I have over a decade of training and experience providing therapy to children, adolescences and adults. I believe that people have a great deal of resiliancy and strength and that there are times in our lives that we need help to uncover and remember how strong we are. I work with people to uncover their own strengths to help themselves out of any situation that arises in their lives. I have a great deal of experience in treating trauma related disorder such as depression and anxiety.
Noemí G Nava
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103
As a compassionate and dedicated psychotherapist specializing in children and teenagers, my approach centers on fostering trust and love. I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment where young individuals feel empowered to explore their emotions and experiences. Through active listening, empathy, and tailored interventions, I aim to guide them towards self-discovery, resilience, and emotional well-being. By engaging in age-appropriate activities and discussions, I empower them to express themselves, build coping skills, and navigate complex emotions.
As a compassionate and dedicated psychotherapist specializing in children and teenagers, my approach centers on fostering trust and love. I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment where young individuals feel empowered to explore their emotions and experiences. Through active listening, empathy, and tailored interventions, I aim to guide them towards self-discovery, resilience, and emotional well-being. By engaging in age-appropriate activities and discussions, I empower them to express themselves, build coping skills, and navigate complex emotions.
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Dr. Jade Starleaf is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in working with neurodiverse children, adolescents, and their families. She has extensive clinical expertise working with autism, OCD, ADHD, selective mutism, and other anxiety related disorders. In addition to therapy, Dr. Jade (as her patients call her) provides comprehensive neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults. This can be especially helpful in order to obtain specific clinical, academic, or workplace accommodations.
Dr. Jade Starleaf is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in working with neurodiverse children, adolescents, and their families. She has extensive clinical expertise working with autism, OCD, ADHD, selective mutism, and other anxiety related disorders. In addition to therapy, Dr. Jade (as her patients call her) provides comprehensive neurodevelopmental diagnostic evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults. This can be especially helpful in order to obtain specific clinical, academic, or workplace accommodations.
Hello from the Founder and Owner of Greenhouse Therapy Center...for growing people! If you are experiencing stress, unhappiness, or relational problems, growth-oriented therapy helps you become a fully evolved person, partner, or parent. Using attachment theory and developmental psychology, we can help adults, couples, teens, and children grow together so that you may feel better moment to moment, experience much deeper levels of intimacy and joy, and define and take proactive steps forward to reach your life goals and dreams. We plant seeds; you harvest the fruit by growing fruitful endeavors and relationships around you.
Hello from the Founder and Owner of Greenhouse Therapy Center...for growing people! If you are experiencing stress, unhappiness, or relational problems, growth-oriented therapy helps you become a fully evolved person, partner, or parent. Using attachment theory and developmental psychology, we can help adults, couples, teens, and children grow together so that you may feel better moment to moment, experience much deeper levels of intimacy and joy, and define and take proactive steps forward to reach your life goals and dreams. We plant seeds; you harvest the fruit by growing fruitful endeavors and relationships around you.
Dr. Jordan Lara
Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
My clients believe that understanding the root of their stressors (i.e., relationships, discrimination, intergenerational patterns, anxiety, depression, trauma, finances, school, parenting) can help them function at their best. I take a holistic approach to these feelings, prioritizing self-awareness, embodiment, and living authentically. I specialize in couples work, intergenerational family work, and young adults. I am especially passionate about helping culturally diverse and neurodivergent clients navigate discrimination, find self-awareness, process intergenerational dynamics, and heal from the past.
My clients believe that understanding the root of their stressors (i.e., relationships, discrimination, intergenerational patterns, anxiety, depression, trauma, finances, school, parenting) can help them function at their best. I take a holistic approach to these feelings, prioritizing self-awareness, embodiment, and living authentically. I specialize in couples work, intergenerational family work, and young adults. I am especially passionate about helping culturally diverse and neurodivergent clients navigate discrimination, find self-awareness, process intergenerational dynamics, and heal from the past.
In all phases of life, we face constant change and unexpected circumstances. Even for those who are strongly independent and resilient, life can be overwhelming at times. Therapy can be a space to explore the parts of life that feel uncertain and unmanageable, and identify where you want to go from here. Building the foundation for growth in therapy starts by creating a safe, genuine space where people can feel heard, understood, and valued for the person they are. I believe that people can foster long-term growth through understanding their journey, connecting with their true emotions, and empowering choice with authenticity.
In all phases of life, we face constant change and unexpected circumstances. Even for those who are strongly independent and resilient, life can be overwhelming at times. Therapy can be a space to explore the parts of life that feel uncertain and unmanageable, and identify where you want to go from here. Building the foundation for growth in therapy starts by creating a safe, genuine space where people can feel heard, understood, and valued for the person they are. I believe that people can foster long-term growth through understanding their journey, connecting with their true emotions, and empowering choice with authenticity.
BrightView is a clinician & family owned provider dedicated to the ethical and effective practice of Applied Behavioral Analysis for children, adolescents, and young adults with developmental disabilities. BrightView believes in establishing a personal connection to each family, and is committed to the advancement of each and every client. At BrightView, families will experience the delivery of individualized, high quality care, & a commitment to excellence. We are passionate about the work we do, and do so with expertise, integrity, and consistency.
BrightView is a clinician & family owned provider dedicated to the ethical and effective practice of Applied Behavioral Analysis for children, adolescents, and young adults with developmental disabilities. BrightView believes in establishing a personal connection to each family, and is committed to the advancement of each and every client. At BrightView, families will experience the delivery of individualized, high quality care, & a commitment to excellence. We are passionate about the work we do, and do so with expertise, integrity, and consistency.
I am committed to respecting you wherever you are in the journey of life, and to help you grow and become a creative and empowered individual. My practice focuses on understanding the deep relational dynamics that are on the way of people moving forward and living a meaningful life. I am trained Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy and certified in EMDR. I use these approaches to treat symptoms of Anxiety Disorders, Depression, PTSD. I also work with developmental trauma and sexual trauma.
I am committed to respecting you wherever you are in the journey of life, and to help you grow and become a creative and empowered individual. My practice focuses on understanding the deep relational dynamics that are on the way of people moving forward and living a meaningful life. I am trained Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy and certified in EMDR. I use these approaches to treat symptoms of Anxiety Disorders, Depression, PTSD. I also work with developmental trauma and sexual trauma.
Ledette Gambini
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91106
I have extensive experience working with families who are currently fostering a child or have built their family through adoption. I use a trauma informed and neurodevelopmental lens in all of my work, and understand how in utero and early developmental trauma affect children in many areas of their life. As a former foster parent and now an adoptive mom, I further understands how close relationships are created through a sense of safety and trust.
I have extensive experience working with families who are currently fostering a child or have built their family through adoption. I use a trauma informed and neurodevelopmental lens in all of my work, and understand how in utero and early developmental trauma affect children in many areas of their life. As a former foster parent and now an adoptive mom, I further understands how close relationships are created through a sense of safety and trust.
Problems with stress can contribute to poor physical and mental health. Stress places a heavy burden on individuals, their families and friends, and the community at large. It is estimated that as many as 1 in 6 people, at any point in time, suffer from a diagnosed condition such as depression or anxiety. If you are struggling with depression or anxiety you are not alone and there is help. Please allow me to support you through this difficult time. My clients appreciate my non-judgmental approach and caring attitude.
Problems with stress can contribute to poor physical and mental health. Stress places a heavy burden on individuals, their families and friends, and the community at large. It is estimated that as many as 1 in 6 people, at any point in time, suffer from a diagnosed condition such as depression or anxiety. If you are struggling with depression or anxiety you are not alone and there is help. Please allow me to support you through this difficult time. My clients appreciate my non-judgmental approach and caring attitude.
Catherine French
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC, ATR-P
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
My goal is to meet clients where they are at in the moment, being fully present and attuned to their needs. I believe in focusing on strengths and interpersonal connections. We are all in this life together. Oftentimes the answer is somewhere within ourselves, we just need help finding it.
My goal is to meet clients where they are at in the moment, being fully present and attuned to their needs. I believe in focusing on strengths and interpersonal connections. We are all in this life together. Oftentimes the answer is somewhere within ourselves, we just need help finding it.
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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.