Child Therapists in Mesquite, TX

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Jessica Derx
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mesquite, TX 75150
For children, I believe that through play therapy, a child can use the language of play to express their feelings, fears, desires and find solutions to their problems.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a specialization in providing therapy and counseling services to children, teens and adults. I strongly believe that therapy can make a positive impact by giving you the tools you need to have a healthy and successful life. It is my hope that together we can meet your therapy goals. Email is the best way to reach me.
For children, I believe that through play therapy, a child can use the language of play to express their feelings, fears, desires and find solutions to their problems.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a specialization in providing therapy and counseling services to children, teens and adults. I strongly believe that therapy can make a positive impact by giving you the tools you need to have a healthy and successful life. It is my hope that together we can meet your therapy goals. Email is the best way to reach me.
(214) 307-8733 View (214) 307-8733
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Kimberley B Montgomery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mesquite, TX 75150
Waitlist for new clients
I am committed to helping people. I have a passion for supervision. I believe that supervision helped me to become a confident clinician and I feel empowered to help others find their clinical voice as well. I also have a passion for people dealing with chronic illness. People who deal with health issues on a daily basis need someone to talk to as they navigate the struggles of getting well. As a parent of four children I understand that parenting can be difficult and at times frustrating. I want to help parents find the joys in raising children and help them feel successful as caregivers. I am kind, compassionate, and honest.
I am committed to helping people. I have a passion for supervision. I believe that supervision helped me to become a confident clinician and I feel empowered to help others find their clinical voice as well. I also have a passion for people dealing with chronic illness. People who deal with health issues on a daily basis need someone to talk to as they navigate the struggles of getting well. As a parent of four children I understand that parenting can be difficult and at times frustrating. I want to help parents find the joys in raising children and help them feel successful as caregivers. I am kind, compassionate, and honest.
(214) 972-3478 View (214) 972-3478
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Dr. Melissa James
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mesquite, TX 75150  (Online Only)
There is no 'right' way through this. There is just 'through.' Families are under tremendous pressure, even more so during these times. Children & teens spent too long without their social support and are now trying to achieve a new normal. This fear and anxiety of the unknown is similar to those experienced by adults recently. I can help adults, teens, & children work through the fear, anxiety, stress and trauma and help you build strong, healthy, resilient individuals and families. I enjoy working with all ages and specialize in family conflict, anxiety/depression, trauma, PTSD, Veterans, First Responders, & child specialties.
There is no 'right' way through this. There is just 'through.' Families are under tremendous pressure, even more so during these times. Children & teens spent too long without their social support and are now trying to achieve a new normal. This fear and anxiety of the unknown is similar to those experienced by adults recently. I can help adults, teens, & children work through the fear, anxiety, stress and trauma and help you build strong, healthy, resilient individuals and families. I enjoy working with all ages and specialize in family conflict, anxiety/depression, trauma, PTSD, Veterans, First Responders, & child specialties.
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Lazaro Counseling Center, LLC.
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Mesquite, TX 75150
Looking for help is never easy, but if you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship stress, or some other life problem, you have come to the right place. With over 20 years of experience, I have been helping children, adolescents, adults, and couples find inner peace and ways of coping with difficult life situations. I will take an active role in your treatment, not only by understanding your situation in a supportive and caring environment, but also by conducting a thorough assessment, setting treatment goals, and offering feedback and suggestions so that you can see results and feel better soon.
Looking for help is never easy, but if you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship stress, or some other life problem, you have come to the right place. With over 20 years of experience, I have been helping children, adolescents, adults, and couples find inner peace and ways of coping with difficult life situations. I will take an active role in your treatment, not only by understanding your situation in a supportive and caring environment, but also by conducting a thorough assessment, setting treatment goals, and offering feedback and suggestions so that you can see results and feel better soon.
(972) 639-5297 View (972) 639-5297
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Erica Winn
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesquite, TX 75149
My background as a therapist on a child and adolescent inpatient hospital unit for 4 years has helped me gain the knowledge in helping families specifically make successful improvements in their lives after a crisis.
As a therapist, my goal is to provide a safe, comfortable, and supportive atmosphere for anyone seeking to make a change in their life. It can be an emotional decision to enter into a therapeutic relationship, but I would like to partner with you and develop a personalized approach tailored to your individual needs to help you attain the growth you're striving for. I work with individuals, couples, and families with a variety of issues including: pre-marital/marital counseling, depression, anxiety, divorce, parenting difficulties, ADHD, grief/loss issues and anger-management problems.
My background as a therapist on a child and adolescent inpatient hospital unit for 4 years has helped me gain the knowledge in helping families specifically make successful improvements in their lives after a crisis.
As a therapist, my goal is to provide a safe, comfortable, and supportive atmosphere for anyone seeking to make a change in their life. It can be an emotional decision to enter into a therapeutic relationship, but I would like to partner with you and develop a personalized approach tailored to your individual needs to help you attain the growth you're striving for. I work with individuals, couples, and families with a variety of issues including: pre-marital/marital counseling, depression, anxiety, divorce, parenting difficulties, ADHD, grief/loss issues and anger-management problems.
(972) 362-9058 View (972) 362-9058
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Sharla Parker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSC, NCC
Verified Verified
Mesquite, TX 75149
I have been working with children and adolescents for almost 20 years through the educational system and now private practice. I believe in the inherent ability of children, tweens and teens to achieve positive self-growth through the use of therapy. My extensive training in client-centered play therapy qualifies me to help young children work through, but not limited to a variety of issues including, behavioral issues, anxiety and trauma. It is important to meet tweens and teens where they are at which is why telehealth is a wonderful tool for them to work toward positive changes in their lives.
I have been working with children and adolescents for almost 20 years through the educational system and now private practice. I believe in the inherent ability of children, tweens and teens to achieve positive self-growth through the use of therapy. My extensive training in client-centered play therapy qualifies me to help young children work through, but not limited to a variety of issues including, behavioral issues, anxiety and trauma. It is important to meet tweens and teens where they are at which is why telehealth is a wonderful tool for them to work toward positive changes in their lives.
(469) 228-8681 View (469) 228-8681
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Serenity of Life Counseling Services, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC, RPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mesquite, TX 75150
Serenity of Life Counseling Services offers children, adolescents, and adults mental wellness services in a comfortable, safe, and confidential environment. Making the decision to learn about counseling is a brave step towards getting help to work through life most challenging experiences. Would you like clarity about how you became to be the person you are or why certain experiences trigger unbarring feelings that seem to come from nowhere? If so, you’ve come to the right place to begin a Journey to Live a Healed, Healthier, and Happier Life.
Serenity of Life Counseling Services offers children, adolescents, and adults mental wellness services in a comfortable, safe, and confidential environment. Making the decision to learn about counseling is a brave step towards getting help to work through life most challenging experiences. Would you like clarity about how you became to be the person you are or why certain experiences trigger unbarring feelings that seem to come from nowhere? If so, you’ve come to the right place to begin a Journey to Live a Healed, Healthier, and Happier Life.
(214) 216-6537 View (214) 216-6537
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Donn Edgington
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mesquite, TX 75149
I have worked in several settings as a Counselor including for an agency that works with troubled youth and a Domestic Violence and Child Advocacy Center.
My name is Donn Edgington. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor for the State of Texas. I work with individuals and families for a wide variety of reasons for seeking services. I work with teenagers up to senior adults. I do Telehealth and can work with many situations including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and other issues. I am a cognitive therapist. I believe that the way we think, feel, and behave are all intertwined, and if we can change one of those three, the other two will change. I try to make my sessions comfortable for the client. I have been told I am easy to speak with and I listen well.
I have worked in several settings as a Counselor including for an agency that works with troubled youth and a Domestic Violence and Child Advocacy Center.
My name is Donn Edgington. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor for the State of Texas. I work with individuals and families for a wide variety of reasons for seeking services. I work with teenagers up to senior adults. I do Telehealth and can work with many situations including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and other issues. I am a cognitive therapist. I believe that the way we think, feel, and behave are all intertwined, and if we can change one of those three, the other two will change. I try to make my sessions comfortable for the client. I have been told I am easy to speak with and I listen well.
(346) 514-5222 View (346) 514-5222
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ABA Vibe Ltd Company
BCBA, LBA, IBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesquite, TX 75150
We specialize in Early Intervention for children ages 1–6-year-olds, ABA Parent Coaching.
At ABA Vibe, we firmly believe that effective treatment and progress can only be achieved when the “family”, that is, all stakeholders (parents or guardians, caregivers, teachers, and therapists) come together and take ownership of the treatment program and wholeheartedly collaborate and participate in the process.
We specialize in Early Intervention for children ages 1–6-year-olds, ABA Parent Coaching.
At ABA Vibe, we firmly believe that effective treatment and progress can only be achieved when the “family”, that is, all stakeholders (parents or guardians, caregivers, teachers, and therapists) come together and take ownership of the treatment program and wholeheartedly collaborate and participate in the process.
(214) 817-2457 View (214) 817-2457
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Shaunda Petty
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mesquite, TX 75150
I have been in the helping field for over 20 years. I have experience helping individuals and families meet their goals. My passion is working with persons from all walks of life struggling with a wide variety of concerns. My goal is to empower children, adolescents, couples, and families through holistic/integrative therapies. I truly believe with the right assistance one can have positive change and live a productive life.
I have been in the helping field for over 20 years. I have experience helping individuals and families meet their goals. My passion is working with persons from all walks of life struggling with a wide variety of concerns. My goal is to empower children, adolescents, couples, and families through holistic/integrative therapies. I truly believe with the right assistance one can have positive change and live a productive life.
(430) 209-2165 View (430) 209-2165
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El Camino Health and Wellness Center, Norma Hdz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesquite, TX 75149
Norma Hernandez, LPC,Med is a Bi-lingual mental health provider in Garland. El Camino is operated by board approved Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) and Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT) who specialize in providing holistic, trauma informed care to children, adolescents, parents and families. Therapeutic services provided include play therapy, individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, and process groups for all ages. For services in English please call 972 244 3280. Para servicios en Espanol llame al 972 926 3229.
Norma Hernandez, LPC,Med is a Bi-lingual mental health provider in Garland. El Camino is operated by board approved Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) and Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT) who specialize in providing holistic, trauma informed care to children, adolescents, parents and families. Therapeutic services provided include play therapy, individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, and process groups for all ages. For services in English please call 972 244 3280. Para servicios en Espanol llame al 972 926 3229.
(972) 926-3229 View (972) 926-3229
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Sarah Switzer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Mesquite, TX 75180
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! It's nice to meet you! I specializes in treating adults, adolescents, and children experiencing anxiety, depression, sexual and psychological trauma, and behavioral issues. I also have experience treating religious trauma, bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, and grief and loss and those on the Autistic spectrum. I enjoy working with adults doing inner child work and am skilled in teaching you how to communicate effectively and minimize conflict.
Hello! It's nice to meet you! I specializes in treating adults, adolescents, and children experiencing anxiety, depression, sexual and psychological trauma, and behavioral issues. I also have experience treating religious trauma, bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, and grief and loss and those on the Autistic spectrum. I enjoy working with adults doing inner child work and am skilled in teaching you how to communicate effectively and minimize conflict.
(469) 653-3258 View (469) 653-3258
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Venessia B Rieper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Mesquite, TX 75149  (Online Only)
I have worked in different settings from clinical, to private/non-profit organizations, individual, family, couples and children/adolescents.
No matter what barrier or emotional struggle you are facing, from mental health diagnosis; relationships, family, trauma, to daily living skills, Rieper Counseling is there for you. Meeting not just your mental health needs, but providing support in being "WHOLE." Rieper Counseling collaborates with you and individualizes your treatment plan to help you succeed in your goals and overall wellbeing.
I have worked in different settings from clinical, to private/non-profit organizations, individual, family, couples and children/adolescents.
No matter what barrier or emotional struggle you are facing, from mental health diagnosis; relationships, family, trauma, to daily living skills, Rieper Counseling is there for you. Meeting not just your mental health needs, but providing support in being "WHOLE." Rieper Counseling collaborates with you and individualizes your treatment plan to help you succeed in your goals and overall wellbeing.
(972) 433-7108 View (972) 433-7108
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Darline Amos-McElroy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Mesquite, TX 75180  (Online Only)
I offer indivdual sessions for older children, teens, young adults , and adults.
Your well-being is more important than you career. Your relationships need healthy boundaries and realistic expectations. As a survivor of workplace abuse, my clients benefit from someone who understands the enormous burden. I help with understanding your emotions, labeling emotions, and coping with stressors. Together we create a strategy for self-care, and work-life balance. As a wife and mother of four, I also help with family relationships. My experience as a former educator and school counselor is valuable in navigating behavioral concerns with children and teens.
I offer indivdual sessions for older children, teens, young adults , and adults.
Your well-being is more important than you career. Your relationships need healthy boundaries and realistic expectations. As a survivor of workplace abuse, my clients benefit from someone who understands the enormous burden. I help with understanding your emotions, labeling emotions, and coping with stressors. Together we create a strategy for self-care, and work-life balance. As a wife and mother of four, I also help with family relationships. My experience as a former educator and school counselor is valuable in navigating behavioral concerns with children and teens.
(972) 433-7796 View (972) 433-7796
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God Healer Of Hearts Counseling Center, PC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC, MMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesquite, TX 75150
God Healer of Hearts Counseling Center, P. C. strongly believes that people are imperfect. They are beautiful and spectacular but can also become stuck, unhappy, and unable to live a fulfilling life. That’s where we come in. As a corporation that was built due to Michelle's need to offer affordable counseling to those in the community, our open doors became your home away from home. During the pandemic, our company was available 20 hours a day to offer assistance to those who were so in need. We offer in the office and online sessions. We never closed our doors. The pandemic caused a lot of anxiety and depression around the world.
God Healer of Hearts Counseling Center, P. C. strongly believes that people are imperfect. They are beautiful and spectacular but can also become stuck, unhappy, and unable to live a fulfilling life. That’s where we come in. As a corporation that was built due to Michelle's need to offer affordable counseling to those in the community, our open doors became your home away from home. During the pandemic, our company was available 20 hours a day to offer assistance to those who were so in need. We offer in the office and online sessions. We never closed our doors. The pandemic caused a lot of anxiety and depression around the world.
(972) 362-1733 View (972) 362-1733
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Michelle Denise Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MMFT, HSCCRT, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesquite, TX 75150
Have you looked in the mirror and asked yourself, "How did I get here?" “Who can I trust?” “How did my life change so quickly that I can't even recognize myself anymore?" "Am I Crazy?" "I Want to be Happy?" Problems are just the tip of the iceberg. Real problems start and end with the mirror image we see daily. Often the mirror image is silent but dying to speak and live life again. Issues in life start with the inability to be heard, believed in, and understood. I believe the best way to find you again, is to find your voice.
Have you looked in the mirror and asked yourself, "How did I get here?" “Who can I trust?” “How did my life change so quickly that I can't even recognize myself anymore?" "Am I Crazy?" "I Want to be Happy?" Problems are just the tip of the iceberg. Real problems start and end with the mirror image we see daily. Often the mirror image is silent but dying to speak and live life again. Issues in life start with the inability to be heard, believed in, and understood. I believe the best way to find you again, is to find your voice.
(972) 895-6640 View (972) 895-6640
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Tyra Fort
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesquite, TX 75150
Having some challenges? Anxiety? Depression? Life in itself? Working during the day and need evening sessions? I'm here to listen and meet you where you are. I'm available after normal work hours and on Saturdays. Come see me.
Having some challenges? Anxiety? Depression? Life in itself? Working during the day and need evening sessions? I'm here to listen and meet you where you are. I'm available after normal work hours and on Saturdays. Come see me.
(972) 471-9108 View (972) 471-9108
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Jonathan Byrd
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mesquite, TX 75150
Hello, my friend. I am Jonathan. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 8 years of clinical experience. I have worked with Individuals, Couples, Families, and Minors with symptoms related to Addiction, Anger Management, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, ADHD, Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Men's Issues, Substance Use, Relationship Issues, and Stress. My client-centered approach uses a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Person-Centered, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), and Existential. I firmly believe that Life is a journey so let us make the most of it.
Hello, my friend. I am Jonathan. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 8 years of clinical experience. I have worked with Individuals, Couples, Families, and Minors with symptoms related to Addiction, Anger Management, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, ADHD, Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Men's Issues, Substance Use, Relationship Issues, and Stress. My client-centered approach uses a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Person-Centered, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), and Existential. I firmly believe that Life is a journey so let us make the most of it.
(281) 957-3136 View (281) 957-3136
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Ki Ase Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Mesquite, TX 75181  (Online Only)
I am so excited to meet you! I have been working in mental health for over eight years in different capacities, most recently as a therapist and school social worker. I am passionate about helping clients gain control over their lives and develop a toolbox of resources and mindsets they need to succeed in the world. My goal is to make my clients feel empowered, capable, and strong. All of this is within you already; it just takes some fine tuning and practice to feel comfortable within one's own skin. I am here to support you and provide encouragement as we dive in and set out on a new positive path ahead.
I am so excited to meet you! I have been working in mental health for over eight years in different capacities, most recently as a therapist and school social worker. I am passionate about helping clients gain control over their lives and develop a toolbox of resources and mindsets they need to succeed in the world. My goal is to make my clients feel empowered, capable, and strong. All of this is within you already; it just takes some fine tuning and practice to feel comfortable within one's own skin. I am here to support you and provide encouragement as we dive in and set out on a new positive path ahead.
(972) 994-1651 View (972) 994-1651
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Ileana Abreu
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesquite, TX 75150  (Online Only)
Ever feel like life’s a puzzle, but you’re missing a few pieces? You crave to feel happy and at peace, but something keeps coming up. Whether you’re a first gen navigating life, a constant people-pleaser or bravely breaking generational cycles. I get it. You might be wrestling with self-doubt, feeling overwhelmed by others expectations and struggling to say no or put yourself first.. If you’re nodding along, you’re not alone. Counseling can be the piece you need, let’s put the pieces together one symptom at a time and rewrite your story
Ever feel like life’s a puzzle, but you’re missing a few pieces? You crave to feel happy and at peace, but something keeps coming up. Whether you’re a first gen navigating life, a constant people-pleaser or bravely breaking generational cycles. I get it. You might be wrestling with self-doubt, feeling overwhelmed by others expectations and struggling to say no or put yourself first.. If you’re nodding along, you’re not alone. Counseling can be the piece you need, let’s put the pieces together one symptom at a time and rewrite your story
(469) 772-5043 View (469) 772-5043
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Mesquite, TX 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 Mesquite 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.