Child Therapists in Scotts Valley, CA
At the time when a family reaches out for psychological assessment or psychotherapy for their child, the situation has become difficult for those in the child's environment but probably the most so for the child.
Perfectionism, procrastination, social withdrawal, and oppositional behaviors can be a common part of child development in today's culture of hyper-achievement combined with technology. Child and adolescent behaviors viewed as problematic are frequently communications to those closest to them about a difficulty they are experiencing in their world. I work with children and with families who are struggling to understand their child's academic, behavioral, and emotional struggles.
At the time when a family reaches out for psychological assessment or psychotherapy for their child, the situation has become difficult for those in the child's environment but probably the most so for the child.
Perfectionism, procrastination, social withdrawal, and oppositional behaviors can be a common part of child development in today's culture of hyper-achievement combined with technology. Child and adolescent behaviors viewed as problematic are frequently communications to those closest to them about a difficulty they are experiencing in their world. I work with children and with families who are struggling to understand their child's academic, behavioral, and emotional struggles.
I have provided therapy to individuals, children, families and parents for over ten years, and have more than 15 years of experience working with children and families in a variety of contexts.
I have been told that I bring hope to situations, experiences and behaviors that often feel hopeless. Specializing in working with families, children, adolescents and parents, I work collaboratively with client/s to identify and develop goals, and a road map of how we will know that these goals are being met as we work together. I work actively with clients using their knowledge and strengths towards reaching their goals.
I have provided therapy to individuals, children, families and parents for over ten years, and have more than 15 years of experience working with children and families in a variety of contexts.
I have been told that I bring hope to situations, experiences and behaviors that often feel hopeless. Specializing in working with families, children, adolescents and parents, I work collaboratively with client/s to identify and develop goals, and a road map of how we will know that these goals are being met as we work together. I work actively with clients using their knowledge and strengths towards reaching their goals.
Yvonne D Vermillion
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Blending conventional and alternative approaches I empower children, adolescents, and adults to reach their therapeutic goals. It is my belief that all children, regardless of age or race, speak their own unique language based on their unique life experiences. This language expresses who they are and what they need in order to live a more functional and productive life. My mission is to interpret that language and offer innovative strategies that foster positive growth and maturity. It is not only a challenge to change, grow, and learn. As a member of the human race, I feel it is an obligation!
Blending conventional and alternative approaches I empower children, adolescents, and adults to reach their therapeutic goals. It is my belief that all children, regardless of age or race, speak their own unique language based on their unique life experiences. This language expresses who they are and what they need in order to live a more functional and productive life. My mission is to interpret that language and offer innovative strategies that foster positive growth and maturity. It is not only a challenge to change, grow, and learn. As a member of the human race, I feel it is an obligation!
As a non-directive play therapist, I trust a child's ability to know their best path toward healing.
Play therapy creates a safe place for children to try new skills, process emotions, and communicate their needs. The playroom is a great environment for a child's healing and growth because they are able to use their natural mode of communication - play! A Play therapist is specially trained to understand how kids play and and use it to help them make sense of their world. Parents are also involved, learning crucial play and communication skills that help build authentic relationships with their children. Play therapy is recommended for most childhood issues, including grief, anger, self-esteem, trauma, anxiety and more.
As a non-directive play therapist, I trust a child's ability to know their best path toward healing.
Play therapy creates a safe place for children to try new skills, process emotions, and communicate their needs. The playroom is a great environment for a child's healing and growth because they are able to use their natural mode of communication - play! A Play therapist is specially trained to understand how kids play and and use it to help them make sense of their world. Parents are also involved, learning crucial play and communication skills that help build authentic relationships with their children. Play therapy is recommended for most childhood issues, including grief, anger, self-esteem, trauma, anxiety and more.
Are you concerned about your young child's changes in behaviors at home and school? Is your child possibly struggling with Anxiety or Sadness? Are you looking for professional support from a warm, child friendly, experienced professional? Are you concerned about your young child's changes in behaviors at home and school? Is your child possibly struggling with Anxiety of Sadness? Are you looking for professional support from a warm, child friendly, experienced professional?
Are you concerned about your young child's changes in behaviors at home and school? Is your child possibly struggling with Anxiety or Sadness? Are you looking for professional support from a warm, child friendly, experienced professional? Are you concerned about your young child's changes in behaviors at home and school? Is your child possibly struggling with Anxiety of Sadness? Are you looking for professional support from a warm, child friendly, experienced professional?
Joscelyn Boudreau
Licensed Educational Psychologist, MS, LEP
Verified Verified
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
I work with parents as an advocate for their child who needs support working with school districts and the pre-IEP/ IEP/504 process.
As a Licensed Educational Psychologist and Special Education Advocate I hope to assist parents and students in navigating the complexity of the special education process. My role is to help clarify and support students and their parents in receiving the best possible educational outcome in terms of academic and social emotional support. As a School Psychologist for the past 25 years I have helped students and parents with this process. I can help interpret educational assessment results as well as clarify the IEP process and 504 plans.
I work with parents as an advocate for their child who needs support working with school districts and the pre-IEP/ IEP/504 process.
As a Licensed Educational Psychologist and Special Education Advocate I hope to assist parents and students in navigating the complexity of the special education process. My role is to help clarify and support students and their parents in receiving the best possible educational outcome in terms of academic and social emotional support. As a School Psychologist for the past 25 years I have helped students and parents with this process. I can help interpret educational assessment results as well as clarify the IEP process and 504 plans.
Rebecca Schultheis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
I enjoy working with individuals, teens & children who experience fear, anxiety, obsessions, trauma, depression, ADHD & learning disabilities. I also enjoy supporting parents through their children's struggles including the need for 504s/IEPs as well as adult’s late diagnosis of ADHD. I've been doing couples work for over 10 years using the evidence-based research of John Gottman PhD which I find to be highly effective for couples. Its tools allow for comprehensive & practical use outside of therapy that help improve communication & closeness, & strengthen & repair relationships.
I enjoy working with individuals, teens & children who experience fear, anxiety, obsessions, trauma, depression, ADHD & learning disabilities. I also enjoy supporting parents through their children's struggles including the need for 504s/IEPs as well as adult’s late diagnosis of ADHD. I've been doing couples work for over 10 years using the evidence-based research of John Gottman PhD which I find to be highly effective for couples. Its tools allow for comprehensive & practical use outside of therapy that help improve communication & closeness, & strengthen & repair relationships.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have been serving the needs of children, adolescents, and adults for over 20 years. I grew up in the Santa Cruz area and I am thrilled to be serving our beautiful community. I provide both therapy and psychological testing to children and adults in order to help my patients grow into their full potential. Oftentimes, problems that seem insurmountable are due to the ways in which we perceive them. Feeling as though we lack the power to change keep us locked in old, unproductive patterns. Understanding what is holding you back is often the key to growth, change, and greater life satisfaction.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have been serving the needs of children, adolescents, and adults for over 20 years. I grew up in the Santa Cruz area and I am thrilled to be serving our beautiful community. I provide both therapy and psychological testing to children and adults in order to help my patients grow into their full potential. Oftentimes, problems that seem insurmountable are due to the ways in which we perceive them. Feeling as though we lack the power to change keep us locked in old, unproductive patterns. Understanding what is holding you back is often the key to growth, change, and greater life satisfaction.
I work primarily with older children, tweens, teens, and adults.
Therapy is much more than just "feeling better." It is about the process of understanding how you think, how you feel, and how you can discover the resiliency you have within yourself. As a therapist, it is always an honor to have my clients place their trust in me as I watch them grow. I work with issues including depression, anxiety disorders, cutting, and suicidal ideation. I also love to use my art therapy credential into sessions when appropriate because let's be honest, sitting on a couch talking about feelings is not for everyone!
I work primarily with older children, tweens, teens, and adults.
Therapy is much more than just "feeling better." It is about the process of understanding how you think, how you feel, and how you can discover the resiliency you have within yourself. As a therapist, it is always an honor to have my clients place their trust in me as I watch them grow. I work with issues including depression, anxiety disorders, cutting, and suicidal ideation. I also love to use my art therapy credential into sessions when appropriate because let's be honest, sitting on a couch talking about feelings is not for everyone!
Heather Franks
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, #109884
Verified Verified
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
I support clients to live happy and meaningful lives and help them make changes that bring about well-being and transformation. I have a passion to support individuals, couples and families through many different life transitions (from adjusting to college, marriage, divorce, births, loss, retirement, coping with illness, and caregiving). I help clients with a range of relationship issues—from marriage/romantic partner conflict, communication issues in relationships, resolving issues in friendships, co-parenting, parent-child issues, loss of relationship & grief work, contemplation of separation, and exploring unhealthy patterns.
I support clients to live happy and meaningful lives and help them make changes that bring about well-being and transformation. I have a passion to support individuals, couples and families through many different life transitions (from adjusting to college, marriage, divorce, births, loss, retirement, coping with illness, and caregiving). I help clients with a range of relationship issues—from marriage/romantic partner conflict, communication issues in relationships, resolving issues in friendships, co-parenting, parent-child issues, loss of relationship & grief work, contemplation of separation, and exploring unhealthy patterns.
I especially enjoy working with children (2-17 y.
I believe that healing and growth are innate human capacities which can become overwhelmed by powerful and/or chronic stressors. My priorities for our healing relationship are to ensure a sense of safety for you in the therapy process, as well as collaborativity. I have developed a process that I call Developmental Mindfulness to promote wellness on the somatic, emotional, and cognitive levels of human experience. I integrate somatic modalities, archetypal psychology, art therapy, play therapy, the fundamentals of qigong and yoga, Internal Family Systems, narrative strategies, cognitive strategies, and nutritional psychology.
I especially enjoy working with children (2-17 y.
I believe that healing and growth are innate human capacities which can become overwhelmed by powerful and/or chronic stressors. My priorities for our healing relationship are to ensure a sense of safety for you in the therapy process, as well as collaborativity. I have developed a process that I call Developmental Mindfulness to promote wellness on the somatic, emotional, and cognitive levels of human experience. I integrate somatic modalities, archetypal psychology, art therapy, play therapy, the fundamentals of qigong and yoga, Internal Family Systems, narrative strategies, cognitive strategies, and nutritional psychology.
I have had extensive education, training and experience in providing divorce-related counseling including; child custody mediation, pre and post divorce counseling, blended family counseling and co-parent counseling.
I believe that being raised in the mid-west gives my work certain down-to-earth, practical qualities that most of my clients tell me they very much appreciate. I often hear clients say "you seem to get me." Some clients need to hear themselves speak out loud in order to help resolve their issues while others need some objective, impartial reflective insight. Still others benefit from my years of counseling experience and information targeted to help with their particular problems. I offer all of these to my clients and tailor my therapeutic approach to each person's specific needs.
I have had extensive education, training and experience in providing divorce-related counseling including; child custody mediation, pre and post divorce counseling, blended family counseling and co-parent counseling.
I believe that being raised in the mid-west gives my work certain down-to-earth, practical qualities that most of my clients tell me they very much appreciate. I often hear clients say "you seem to get me." Some clients need to hear themselves speak out loud in order to help resolve their issues while others need some objective, impartial reflective insight. Still others benefit from my years of counseling experience and information targeted to help with their particular problems. I offer all of these to my clients and tailor my therapeutic approach to each person's specific needs.
I also love attachment theory and Polyvagal Theory and helping parents help their children.
I have a passion for working with people who are hurting and trying to figure out how to cope with life's struggles. I do not believe we are meant to barely survive, just getting by, day to day. I believe we are meant to thrive and find ways to enjoy life, even when going through hard times. I also believe mental illness such as depression is a healing emotion alerting us something must change in order to nurture our self. I would love to meet you and see if we make a good fit.
I also love attachment theory and Polyvagal Theory and helping parents help their children.
I have a passion for working with people who are hurting and trying to figure out how to cope with life's struggles. I do not believe we are meant to barely survive, just getting by, day to day. I believe we are meant to thrive and find ways to enjoy life, even when going through hard times. I also believe mental illness such as depression is a healing emotion alerting us something must change in order to nurture our self. I would love to meet you and see if we make a good fit.
Trinity Mcwilliams
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, BA
Verified Verified
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
She specializes in: Attachment challenges with children.
Trinity holds a Masters in Clinical Psychology and is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She has taught Child Development at the College Level and specializes in the following areas: individual & couples counseling, children & adolescents (0-18 years of age) and family counseling, trauma, abuse (sexual, physical and emotional) recovery (also EMDR trained), attachment challenges, drug & alcohol addiction, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, establishing healthy boundaries, life transitions.
She specializes in: Attachment challenges with children.
Trinity holds a Masters in Clinical Psychology and is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She has taught Child Development at the College Level and specializes in the following areas: individual & couples counseling, children & adolescents (0-18 years of age) and family counseling, trauma, abuse (sexual, physical and emotional) recovery (also EMDR trained), attachment challenges, drug & alcohol addiction, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, establishing healthy boundaries, life transitions.
Erik Barnes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scotts Valley, CA 95066 (Online Only)
In my work with individuals, couples, children, teens and families I strive to create a warm, nurturing and compassionate environment for personal
exploration and healing. In this space all parts of you are welcome.
I see therapy as a collaboration where you and I partner to create an
achievable plan to improve your relationships, increase your sense of
vitality, and work towards your personal goals.
In my work, I have witnessed how life's challenges can create emotional scars that then consciously or unconscious run our lives. These scars can manifest as a variety of mental health and relational issues.
In my work with individuals, couples, children, teens and families I strive to create a warm, nurturing and compassionate environment for personal
exploration and healing. In this space all parts of you are welcome.
I see therapy as a collaboration where you and I partner to create an
achievable plan to improve your relationships, increase your sense of
vitality, and work towards your personal goals.
In my work, I have witnessed how life's challenges can create emotional scars that then consciously or unconscious run our lives. These scars can manifest as a variety of mental health and relational issues.
Carrie Likeness
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Waitlist for new clients
Extensive work with children to adults.
Welcome! Are you feeling frozen, avoidant, exhausted, disconnected, or uncertain in life? Many of us do from time to time and this is where psychotherapy makes a difference. My passion as a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist is helping those struggling with phase of life issues, blocks to personal growth or vibrancy, and the day to day challenges of mental health symptoms. I will work collaboratively with you to tailor personalized treatment so you can identify and articulate your barriers and then work to get unstuck.
Extensive work with children to adults.
Welcome! Are you feeling frozen, avoidant, exhausted, disconnected, or uncertain in life? Many of us do from time to time and this is where psychotherapy makes a difference. My passion as a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist is helping those struggling with phase of life issues, blocks to personal growth or vibrancy, and the day to day challenges of mental health symptoms. I will work collaboratively with you to tailor personalized treatment so you can identify and articulate your barriers and then work to get unstuck.
Seeking therapy is a courageous step towards healing and growth. Whether you, your child, or your family are struggling with challenging and uncertain times, conflict, past trauma or other mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, you are not alone.
Seeking therapy is a courageous step towards healing and growth. Whether you, your child, or your family are struggling with challenging and uncertain times, conflict, past trauma or other mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, you are not alone.
Karen Luxon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Scotts Valley, CA 95067 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with children, teens, adults, couples and families.
Life can be challenging and it may be difficult trying to manage it alone. Not everyone has someone safe to talk to without judgement or experiencing shame and/or guilt. Do you have a specific issue you want to tackle? Are you experiencing patterns you just want to break free from? Having someone to explore the origins of your struggles/challenges can be liberating. Do you need life skills, communication skills, strategies to manage your mind, mood management techniques to make life more manageable? Being human isn't easy and having someone to process with you w/unconditional regard and acceptance can be freeing and life changing.
I have extensive experience working with children, teens, adults, couples and families.
Life can be challenging and it may be difficult trying to manage it alone. Not everyone has someone safe to talk to without judgement or experiencing shame and/or guilt. Do you have a specific issue you want to tackle? Are you experiencing patterns you just want to break free from? Having someone to explore the origins of your struggles/challenges can be liberating. Do you need life skills, communication skills, strategies to manage your mind, mood management techniques to make life more manageable? Being human isn't easy and having someone to process with you w/unconditional regard and acceptance can be freeing and life changing.
Annette Barnett
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Couples therapy lights me up! Not feeling heard, understood, valued or supported? Repetitive shaming & blaming? Withdrawing? Needing help? Utilizing evidence-based EFT & powerful tools from PACT, NVC & IFS,I help couples create a secure bond & safe haven with each other. You'll learn to trust, support, hear & "be there" for each other. Develop critical self-awareness, accountabiity & WE instead of just ME mentality. Turn towards each other instead of away with vulnerability, authenticity, compassion & attunement. Discover attachment styles, the brain & nervous system, survival parts & trauma that may be hurting your relationship.
Couples therapy lights me up! Not feeling heard, understood, valued or supported? Repetitive shaming & blaming? Withdrawing? Needing help? Utilizing evidence-based EFT & powerful tools from PACT, NVC & IFS,I help couples create a secure bond & safe haven with each other. You'll learn to trust, support, hear & "be there" for each other. Develop critical self-awareness, accountabiity & WE instead of just ME mentality. Turn towards each other instead of away with vulnerability, authenticity, compassion & attunement. Discover attachment styles, the brain & nervous system, survival parts & trauma that may be hurting your relationship.
I provide a safe, compassionate and judgement free space for individuals and for families seeking resolution for problems such as mental health issues, relationship challenges and difficult circumstances. While sometimes painful, therapy can lead to overcoming challenges and the ability to thrive in life.
I provide a safe, compassionate and judgement free space for individuals and for families seeking resolution for problems such as mental health issues, relationship challenges and difficult circumstances. While sometimes painful, therapy can lead to overcoming challenges and the ability to thrive in life.
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Child psychologists in Scotts Valley, CA 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, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Scotts Valley 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, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Scotts Valley 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.