Child Therapists in California
or perhaps you care for a child whose emotional and mental health concerns you, please call.
Wounds, whether they are physical, emotional, mental or spiritual, inflicted in the early stages of life can live on and be present in the daily moment to moment life experience. Children and adults alike can have difficulty moving on and developing optimally in life after experiencing adverse or traumatic events. In many cases issues such as depression, anxiety, panic, fear and other debilitating mental and/or emotional challenges may be related to such experiences. I offer support to those who have experienced intentional or unintentional pain or abuse heal and recover from those memories, and issues unrelated to early life.
or perhaps you care for a child whose emotional and mental health concerns you, please call.
Wounds, whether they are physical, emotional, mental or spiritual, inflicted in the early stages of life can live on and be present in the daily moment to moment life experience. Children and adults alike can have difficulty moving on and developing optimally in life after experiencing adverse or traumatic events. In many cases issues such as depression, anxiety, panic, fear and other debilitating mental and/or emotional challenges may be related to such experiences. I offer support to those who have experienced intentional or unintentional pain or abuse heal and recover from those memories, and issues unrelated to early life.
Sarah Escalante
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Her clinical specialties include anxiety and depression, trauma, adjustment, grief and loss, attachment, interpersonal relationships, divorce, child/adolescent disruptive behavior, and parenting.
Ms. Sarah Escalante is a Licensed Therapist practicing in Newport Beach. Sarah has over 9 years’ experience providing psychotherapy to pre-school and school-aged children, adolescents, and young adults in outpatient and public school settings. Sarah provides a safe space in therapy through empathy and compassion and she tailors each client's treatment to their specific individual needs. She is dedicated to assisting her clients in meeting their goals, improving their lives, and making lasting changes toward wellness.
Her clinical specialties include anxiety and depression, trauma, adjustment, grief and loss, attachment, interpersonal relationships, divorce, child/adolescent disruptive behavior, and parenting.
Ms. Sarah Escalante is a Licensed Therapist practicing in Newport Beach. Sarah has over 9 years’ experience providing psychotherapy to pre-school and school-aged children, adolescents, and young adults in outpatient and public school settings. Sarah provides a safe space in therapy through empathy and compassion and she tailors each client's treatment to their specific individual needs. She is dedicated to assisting her clients in meeting their goals, improving their lives, and making lasting changes toward wellness.
Michael T Enriquez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, MA
Verified Verified
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Working in a therapeutic setting since 2008, my focuses include grief and bereavement, bullying, anger management, conflict resolution, athletic confidence, divorce, family transitions, traumatic events, anxiety reduction, parent- child conflict, self-esteem enhancement, and relationship issues.
As a compassionate Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in child, adolescent, and teen therapy, my goal is to help clients realize how resilient and powerful they truly are, equipping them with skills necessary to address life's challenges, while celebrating their milestones and successes.
Working in a therapeutic setting since 2008, my focuses include grief and bereavement, bullying, anger management, conflict resolution, athletic confidence, divorce, family transitions, traumatic events, anxiety reduction, parent- child conflict, self-esteem enhancement, and relationship issues.
As a compassionate Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in child, adolescent, and teen therapy, my goal is to help clients realize how resilient and powerful they truly are, equipping them with skills necessary to address life's challenges, while celebrating their milestones and successes.
Being a parent is challenging enough but it can be even more difficult when your child is struggling.
With over 25 years of Mental Health experience the last 18 years having specialized in the treatment of children, adolescents and their families. My approach is primarily based on who is in the room and how I can be most helpful to my client. I utilize mindfulness, art therapy, sand play and cognitive behavioral therapies.
Being a parent is challenging enough but it can be even more difficult when your child is struggling.
With over 25 years of Mental Health experience the last 18 years having specialized in the treatment of children, adolescents and their families. My approach is primarily based on who is in the room and how I can be most helpful to my client. I utilize mindfulness, art therapy, sand play and cognitive behavioral therapies.
Child/Adolescent brain and emotional development is an area of focus for me and I continue to participate in trainings that provide up-to-date information regarding cause and treatment of the mental health challenges our children face.
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with a BA in Social Work from CSU, Chico and MA in Counseling Psychology from National University. I worked as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor at the Tehama County Health Agency in the Juvenile division and as a MFT Trainee at Manzanita Elementary School, with a caseload of children ages 5-10. Additionally, I interned at a local non-profit, primarily seeing children and teens. I have been in private practice since 2015 with a focus on serving children and adolescents.
Child/Adolescent brain and emotional development is an area of focus for me and I continue to participate in trainings that provide up-to-date information regarding cause and treatment of the mental health challenges our children face.
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with a BA in Social Work from CSU, Chico and MA in Counseling Psychology from National University. I worked as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor at the Tehama County Health Agency in the Juvenile division and as a MFT Trainee at Manzanita Elementary School, with a caseload of children ages 5-10. Additionally, I interned at a local non-profit, primarily seeing children and teens. I have been in private practice since 2015 with a focus on serving children and adolescents.
Dr. Jasmine Avilez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, DMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Covina, CA 91791 (Online Only)
I have worked with children and families to assist with transitions in life.
Are you struggling to feel satisfied in relationships? Do you find it difficult to cope with things that you used to find easy to deal with? I am here to help. I am deeply committed to helping individuals, teens, young adults and families navigate life’s challenges. I am honored to be a part of your journey to healing and becoming your best self. This journey often involves grasping the essence of heathy relationships, setting boundaries, and developing positive communication skills. My approach is about you. I believe that everyones perspective is different because they are based on our own personal experiences.
I have worked with children and families to assist with transitions in life.
Are you struggling to feel satisfied in relationships? Do you find it difficult to cope with things that you used to find easy to deal with? I am here to help. I am deeply committed to helping individuals, teens, young adults and families navigate life’s challenges. I am honored to be a part of your journey to healing and becoming your best self. This journey often involves grasping the essence of heathy relationships, setting boundaries, and developing positive communication skills. My approach is about you. I believe that everyones perspective is different because they are based on our own personal experiences.
Play therapy for children.
I believe that understanding and compassion are vital for building trust, mutual respect, and openness, all of which are essential in forming a therapeutic relationship that can encourage change. My style in therapy is a mix of person-centered, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic theories. With children I utilize a variety of expressive therapies including play, art, narrative, sand tray and bibliotherapy. In working with children, adolescents and adults, I use a cognitive behavioral therapeutic approach.
Play therapy for children.
I believe that understanding and compassion are vital for building trust, mutual respect, and openness, all of which are essential in forming a therapeutic relationship that can encourage change. My style in therapy is a mix of person-centered, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic theories. With children I utilize a variety of expressive therapies including play, art, narrative, sand tray and bibliotherapy. In working with children, adolescents and adults, I use a cognitive behavioral therapeutic approach.
Elizabeth Louise Higgins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Clara, CA 95050
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked with children, adolescents and their families with behavioral and life transition as well as school based issues.
I am honored to work with you and your family or significant other(s) and appreciate your trust in allowing me to assist you in addressing your life issues. Together we will explore what changes you are desiring and what is needed to feel, behave or think differently. I have worked in the Community Mental Health Field for over 25 years and have a multi-cultural and strength based perspective.
I have worked with children, adolescents and their families with behavioral and life transition as well as school based issues.
I am honored to work with you and your family or significant other(s) and appreciate your trust in allowing me to assist you in addressing your life issues. Together we will explore what changes you are desiring and what is needed to feel, behave or think differently. I have worked in the Community Mental Health Field for over 25 years and have a multi-cultural and strength based perspective.
Heather Emma Valdovinos
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burbank, CA 91502
I have been in the Mental Health Field for 4 years and have worked with all age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults from different cultural backgrounds.
I am aware of the cultural factors that impact how we move and navigate through the world, which is why I humbly seek to provide culturally competent services.
I have been in the Mental Health Field for 4 years and have worked with all age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults from different cultural backgrounds.
I am aware of the cultural factors that impact how we move and navigate through the world, which is why I humbly seek to provide culturally competent services.
We will work together to improve your child’s behavior.
Does parenting your child feel overwhelming? Does he seem to have tantrums over everything? Maybe your child is aggressive at home or school and you don’t know why. Is there some anxiety, loss, or trauma? Have your tried everything and nothing is working? Parenting is difficult and your child’s negative behaviors may make you feel like you are not doing a good job. Therapy can not only help your child manage whatever stressors are causing his or her outbursts, but it can also help you understand how to help your child when he or she is overwhelmed. You are not alone on this parenting journey and I can help.
We will work together to improve your child’s behavior.
Does parenting your child feel overwhelming? Does he seem to have tantrums over everything? Maybe your child is aggressive at home or school and you don’t know why. Is there some anxiety, loss, or trauma? Have your tried everything and nothing is working? Parenting is difficult and your child’s negative behaviors may make you feel like you are not doing a good job. Therapy can not only help your child manage whatever stressors are causing his or her outbursts, but it can also help you understand how to help your child when he or she is overwhelmed. You are not alone on this parenting journey and I can help.
New Beginnings Child & Family Counseling
PsyD, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Modesto, CA 95355
We provide individual and family therapy for children, adolescents and adults.
Life can get difficult sometimes and leave you feeling vulnerable, anxious or sad. Seeking support can make all the difference. Change does not happen overnight but we are confident that with consistency and motivation, we can get there by collaboratively working together. New Beginnings strongly believe that each of us has the power to change and create the life that we want. The answers to your problems are already within you, you just need to know how to access them. Our goal is to help guide you through your self-discovery, work with you to set goals and teach coping strategies.
We provide individual and family therapy for children, adolescents and adults.
Life can get difficult sometimes and leave you feeling vulnerable, anxious or sad. Seeking support can make all the difference. Change does not happen overnight but we are confident that with consistency and motivation, we can get there by collaboratively working together. New Beginnings strongly believe that each of us has the power to change and create the life that we want. The answers to your problems are already within you, you just need to know how to access them. Our goal is to help guide you through your self-discovery, work with you to set goals and teach coping strategies.
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One of my specialties is working with children and teens.
My goal as a therapist is to help you feel better as quickly as possible. I have years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, marital difficulties, and problems with children/adolescents. Also, I have a strong background in Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Bipolar Disorder, and Borderline Personality Disorder. Please give me a call--I am here to help.
One of my specialties is working with children and teens.
My goal as a therapist is to help you feel better as quickly as possible. I have years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, marital difficulties, and problems with children/adolescents. Also, I have a strong background in Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Bipolar Disorder, and Borderline Personality Disorder. Please give me a call--I am here to help.
I treat anxiety, depression, behavior issues, bullying, social skill development, parenting issues/co-parenting, separation/divorce, trauma, loss, postpartum issues, bonding/attachment, adoption, behavior problems at school and at home, professional and personal relationship problems, I also provide consultation to schools on behalf of a child when needed.
I provide psychotherapy for young children as well as adults. In my work with children, the goals is to strengthen the parent- child attachment as well as treat symptoms such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and other childhood conditions. In my work with adults, I provide a compassionate and down-to-earth approach that is relatable along with effective interventions to support clients to resolve areas in their life they are feeling stuck and unhappy.
I treat anxiety, depression, behavior issues, bullying, social skill development, parenting issues/co-parenting, separation/divorce, trauma, loss, postpartum issues, bonding/attachment, adoption, behavior problems at school and at home, professional and personal relationship problems, I also provide consultation to schools on behalf of a child when needed.
I provide psychotherapy for young children as well as adults. In my work with children, the goals is to strengthen the parent- child attachment as well as treat symptoms such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and other childhood conditions. In my work with adults, I provide a compassionate and down-to-earth approach that is relatable along with effective interventions to support clients to resolve areas in their life they are feeling stuck and unhappy.
I have helped many children, teenagers, and young adults - debilitated by a phobia, by social anxiety, by general anxiety, by an eating disorder, by OCD, or by depression - recover fully and resume normal, healthy lives.
I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults. Naturally, I also work with families. I consider it a privilege to work with young people. You have your whole lives ahead of you and I want to help you thrive. My therapeutic approach is warm, empathic, collaborative, and outcome-focused. You are unique...in personality, abilities and strengths, needs and vulnerabilities, psychological and social circumstances, and in the symptoms you are experiencing. You and I will work together to individualize your treatment. I believe that, fundamentally, you have the resources within you to lead a full and rich life.
I have helped many children, teenagers, and young adults - debilitated by a phobia, by social anxiety, by general anxiety, by an eating disorder, by OCD, or by depression - recover fully and resume normal, healthy lives.
I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults. Naturally, I also work with families. I consider it a privilege to work with young people. You have your whole lives ahead of you and I want to help you thrive. My therapeutic approach is warm, empathic, collaborative, and outcome-focused. You are unique...in personality, abilities and strengths, needs and vulnerabilities, psychological and social circumstances, and in the symptoms you are experiencing. You and I will work together to individualize your treatment. I believe that, fundamentally, you have the resources within you to lead a full and rich life.
Cheryl Procaccini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660 (Online Only)
As a certified EMDR therapist, I work with adults, teens, and children ages 5 and older.
I'm interested in helping you understand what triggers your emotional distress and why, as well as what to do about it. My approach engages your mind, body, and inner wisdom as we work together to meet your therapy goals. I'll teach you skills for managing your emotions and stress while helping you transform challenges into opportunities for growth, self-acceptance, and healing. I'm best suited to treat anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, and the lingering challenges of having grown up in a highly-stressed family.
As a certified EMDR therapist, I work with adults, teens, and children ages 5 and older.
I'm interested in helping you understand what triggers your emotional distress and why, as well as what to do about it. My approach engages your mind, body, and inner wisdom as we work together to meet your therapy goals. I'll teach you skills for managing your emotions and stress while helping you transform challenges into opportunities for growth, self-acceptance, and healing. I'm best suited to treat anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, and the lingering challenges of having grown up in a highly-stressed family.
Kristina Lascurain
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Dana Point, CA 92629 (Online Only)
Through personal and professional experiences, I quickly learned that society often misunderstands, invalidates, and stigmatizes mental health disorders including OCD, other Anxiety Disorders, and PTSD. I therefore made it my mission to validate, support, and help clients learn to navigate the challenges of living with such disorders. I am a registered California Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor. I currently work with individuals with OCD and Anxiety Disorders of all different ages, though I have a particular interest in supporting adolescents and children.
Through personal and professional experiences, I quickly learned that society often misunderstands, invalidates, and stigmatizes mental health disorders including OCD, other Anxiety Disorders, and PTSD. I therefore made it my mission to validate, support, and help clients learn to navigate the challenges of living with such disorders. I am a registered California Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor. I currently work with individuals with OCD and Anxiety Disorders of all different ages, though I have a particular interest in supporting adolescents and children.
If you are looking for down to earth & collaborative therapy, I'd be happy to see how I can be of help. I'm dedicated to providing a therapeutic environment that is inclusive, welcoming, culturally humble, compassionate and thoughtful. In addition to treating depression, anxiety and trauma, I specialize in 1. Relational Trauma (when someone has been repeatedly hurt by a loved one, community, institution and/or society), 2. Religious Trauma (when theology, culture and/or religious leader/community has caused shame, fear and pain) and 3. Child/Adolescent Therapy (for ADHD, school refusal, social struggles, depression and anxiety).
If you are looking for down to earth & collaborative therapy, I'd be happy to see how I can be of help. I'm dedicated to providing a therapeutic environment that is inclusive, welcoming, culturally humble, compassionate and thoughtful. In addition to treating depression, anxiety and trauma, I specialize in 1. Relational Trauma (when someone has been repeatedly hurt by a loved one, community, institution and/or society), 2. Religious Trauma (when theology, culture and/or religious leader/community has caused shame, fear and pain) and 3. Child/Adolescent Therapy (for ADHD, school refusal, social struggles, depression and anxiety).
We specialize in Anxiety and ADHD in children, teens, and adults.
We are empathic and experienced San Diego therapists who provide practical, evidenced-based therapy to children, teens, and adults. We work together with you and your family to provide treatment, support and guidance to help you understand and navigate the difficult or stressful situations that may be impacting your life.
We specialize in Anxiety and ADHD in children, teens, and adults.
We are empathic and experienced San Diego therapists who provide practical, evidenced-based therapy to children, teens, and adults. We work together with you and your family to provide treatment, support and guidance to help you understand and navigate the difficult or stressful situations that may be impacting your life.
I work with children and teens, and value strengthening the family unit.
There is always hope for you, your child, or your family. Life is full of growth, and sometimes struggling is a part of that process, but it’s especially painful to have a child go through a tough time. If you or your child are struggling with fear, sadness, socializing, family/relationship concerns, behavioral changes or stress then I am available to provide a supportive and compassionate atmosphere to help you move forward.
I work with children and teens, and value strengthening the family unit.
There is always hope for you, your child, or your family. Life is full of growth, and sometimes struggling is a part of that process, but it’s especially painful to have a child go through a tough time. If you or your child are struggling with fear, sadness, socializing, family/relationship concerns, behavioral changes or stress then I am available to provide a supportive and compassionate atmosphere to help you move forward.
Everyone needs a safe space to reflect, release, reset, and rest. Are you having trouble understanding your mood, thoughts or emotions? Do you lie in bed late at night with thoughts that will not shut off? Are your emotions or thoughts hindering your relationships or professional life? Do you feel your life is not balanced due to the constant pressure to over perform? Do you find yourself neglecting your relationships with your spouse, children or close loved ones? We all need someone we can trust to walk us through the process of understanding and exploring ways to heal, cope and grow into our most authentic self.
Everyone needs a safe space to reflect, release, reset, and rest. Are you having trouble understanding your mood, thoughts or emotions? Do you lie in bed late at night with thoughts that will not shut off? Are your emotions or thoughts hindering your relationships or professional life? Do you feel your life is not balanced due to the constant pressure to over perform? Do you find yourself neglecting your relationships with your spouse, children or close loved ones? We all need someone we can trust to walk us through the process of understanding and exploring ways to heal, cope and grow into our most authentic self.
