Child Therapists in Washington
SilverMoon Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
Lacey, WA 98503
Waitlist for new clients
For children, I am trained in Child-Centered Play Therapy, Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, and Sandtray.
I am Sandra McLeod, a fully licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Registered Play Therapist which means I treat all ages and specialize in treating children, adolescents, and teens. Is your child or another member of your family showing signs of stress, anxiety, depression? Have you or they experienced trauma? Or possibly there are sensory or learning challenges present that may interfere with a healthy, balanced life? I may be able to help.
For children, I am trained in Child-Centered Play Therapy, Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, and Sandtray.
I am Sandra McLeod, a fully licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Registered Play Therapist which means I treat all ages and specialize in treating children, adolescents, and teens. Is your child or another member of your family showing signs of stress, anxiety, depression? Have you or they experienced trauma? Or possibly there are sensory or learning challenges present that may interfere with a healthy, balanced life? I may be able to help.
Tasha Trembath
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Covington, WA 98042
I specialize in working with children who have behavioral issues.
I have immediate availability! Are you a parent who feels at a loss for how to help their child? I offer emotional regulation skills for the child, and effective parenting skills for the parent. Are you ethically non-monogamous? Are you wanting to open your relationship? Do you need extra support navigating polyamory? I offer years of experience and knowledge to help you navigate this sometimes tricky relationship dynamic. Are you in the LGBTQIA+ community? Are you struggling with issues of self-worth or internalized oppression? I strive to help you discover your value and work on helping you love exactly you.
I specialize in working with children who have behavioral issues.
I have immediate availability! Are you a parent who feels at a loss for how to help their child? I offer emotional regulation skills for the child, and effective parenting skills for the parent. Are you ethically non-monogamous? Are you wanting to open your relationship? Do you need extra support navigating polyamory? I offer years of experience and knowledge to help you navigate this sometimes tricky relationship dynamic. Are you in the LGBTQIA+ community? Are you struggling with issues of self-worth or internalized oppression? I strive to help you discover your value and work on helping you love exactly you.
Thank you for visiting the referral website and researching this important decision. You have accomplished the difficult first step to creating change in your life. As a therapist I draw from the best evidence based practices to provide a holistic treatment approach for my clients.I work with children, teens and young adults. With all clients I aspire to create therapeutic relationships founded in connection, understanding, acceptance and compassion. I would love to sit down with you, your child or family and listen to whatever struggle you are facing and work collaboratively with you to reach a solution.
Thank you for visiting the referral website and researching this important decision. You have accomplished the difficult first step to creating change in your life. As a therapist I draw from the best evidence based practices to provide a holistic treatment approach for my clients.I work with children, teens and young adults. With all clients I aspire to create therapeutic relationships founded in connection, understanding, acceptance and compassion. I would love to sit down with you, your child or family and listen to whatever struggle you are facing and work collaboratively with you to reach a solution.
When you use my treatment services, you can be assured that I will be fully committed to helping you improve the quality of your life, the life of your child, and the life of your family.
Although I treat a variety of psychological conditions, I have three main specialty areas. First, I specialize in treating children and adolescents with emotional and/or behavior problems such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, poor school performance, non compliant behavior, substance abuse, and emotional trauma from domestic violence or sexual abuse. I also specialize in working with children, families, and adults who are struggling with issues related to divorce and re-marriage. My third specialty area is treating relationship and marital problems.
When you use my treatment services, you can be assured that I will be fully committed to helping you improve the quality of your life, the life of your child, and the life of your family.
Although I treat a variety of psychological conditions, I have three main specialty areas. First, I specialize in treating children and adolescents with emotional and/or behavior problems such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, poor school performance, non compliant behavior, substance abuse, and emotional trauma from domestic violence or sexual abuse. I also specialize in working with children, families, and adults who are struggling with issues related to divorce and re-marriage. My third specialty area is treating relationship and marital problems.
PlayWorks Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98661
Email to talk about whether I may be a good fit for your child/family.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** I specialize in working with children and parents. Using an integrative approach to meet your needs, we may include family therapy, parent coaching, directive and non-directive client-centered counseling methods. I hear from parents all the time about their struggle to know how to support their child during difficult times. Let's face it, what works for one child may not work for another. I'm passionate about cracking the code using playful strategies to help kids/families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, life events, and relationship challenges.
Email to talk about whether I may be a good fit for your child/family.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** I specialize in working with children and parents. Using an integrative approach to meet your needs, we may include family therapy, parent coaching, directive and non-directive client-centered counseling methods. I hear from parents all the time about their struggle to know how to support their child during difficult times. Let's face it, what works for one child may not work for another. I'm passionate about cracking the code using playful strategies to help kids/families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, life events, and relationship challenges.
I specialize in; substance abuse, parenting, at-risk youth, domestic violence, healthy relationships, self-empowerment, life skills, trauma/abuse, career assessment, life changes, blended families, young children, decision-making, emotion-management, and connecting to community resources.
My name is Jennifer, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at iMPACT! Compassion Center. I have 22 years of counseling and social work experience. I look at the whole person, including; their childhood experiences, past trauma, relationships, family systems/family/support systems, health and wellness, lifestyle, choices, life skills, stress management, healthy outlets, communication, self-awareness, life-balance, values and beliefs, financial, self-care, and other influences. This holistic approach provides the best understanding of your needs, barriers, and goals you want to achieve through therapy.
I specialize in; substance abuse, parenting, at-risk youth, domestic violence, healthy relationships, self-empowerment, life skills, trauma/abuse, career assessment, life changes, blended families, young children, decision-making, emotion-management, and connecting to community resources.
My name is Jennifer, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at iMPACT! Compassion Center. I have 22 years of counseling and social work experience. I look at the whole person, including; their childhood experiences, past trauma, relationships, family systems/family/support systems, health and wellness, lifestyle, choices, life skills, stress management, healthy outlets, communication, self-awareness, life-balance, values and beliefs, financial, self-care, and other influences. This holistic approach provides the best understanding of your needs, barriers, and goals you want to achieve through therapy.
My practice is client centered, child centered and family centered. My goal is to partner with you in your journey towards healing and empowerment. Every healing journey is unique. Each of us is tasked with being the champion of our own quest for wholeness. I believe that we are all hardwired for healing and becoming ourselves; that this is a natural process working through us and supported by nature. I am committed to partner with you, walk alongside you and support you on your way. I will need your guidance and participation to do my part.
My practice is client centered, child centered and family centered. My goal is to partner with you in your journey towards healing and empowerment. Every healing journey is unique. Each of us is tasked with being the champion of our own quest for wholeness. I believe that we are all hardwired for healing and becoming ourselves; that this is a natural process working through us and supported by nature. I am committed to partner with you, walk alongside you and support you on your way. I will need your guidance and participation to do my part.
I began my private practice in 2006 in Venezuela, working as a Child Psychologist.
I help parents and caregivers seeking a better relationship with their 3 to 12-year-old children. While working to help children learn to manage their emotions, I include parents/caregivers to help them understand their child's behaviors. Understanding why your child behaves in a certain way will allow you to respond to them in a more attuned, empathetic, and responsive way.
I began my private practice in 2006 in Venezuela, working as a Child Psychologist.
I help parents and caregivers seeking a better relationship with their 3 to 12-year-old children. While working to help children learn to manage their emotions, I include parents/caregivers to help them understand their child's behaviors. Understanding why your child behaves in a certain way will allow you to respond to them in a more attuned, empathetic, and responsive way.
I have had extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults in an acute care psychiatric hospital setting as well as extensive experience with assessment and diagnosis in a clinical research setting all with individuals and families struggling with acute mental illness.
I specialize in the treatment of adolescents but also treat children, young adults, and their families. I am experienced with a variety of struggles that children, adolescents and young adults encounter including Depression, Mood Disorders, ADHD, Trauma, Anxiety, Behavioral issues, Anger management, Parenting, Communication/Conflict resolution, Family relationship issues, Social skills, Self Esteem and Self harming behaviors. I have found that counseling is such a unique experience for each person. It can be the one place where you find the support, encouragement, insight and empowerment to make the changes needed to begin living the kind of life you truly desire.
I have had extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults in an acute care psychiatric hospital setting as well as extensive experience with assessment and diagnosis in a clinical research setting all with individuals and families struggling with acute mental illness.
I specialize in the treatment of adolescents but also treat children, young adults, and their families. I am experienced with a variety of struggles that children, adolescents and young adults encounter including Depression, Mood Disorders, ADHD, Trauma, Anxiety, Behavioral issues, Anger management, Parenting, Communication/Conflict resolution, Family relationship issues, Social skills, Self Esteem and Self harming behaviors. I have found that counseling is such a unique experience for each person. It can be the one place where you find the support, encouragement, insight and empowerment to make the changes needed to begin living the kind of life you truly desire.
Stephanie K Self-Bence
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, EMMHS, CMHS
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402
Children/Teen: Behavior Issues, Anger, Bullying, Emotional-Coping.
I am a solution-focused therapist with 10 years' experience working with Individuals, Couples, Children/Teens & Families. My initial objective is to stabilize whatever situation has led you to seek support. Once in a position of secure functioning, we will identify, understand, and resolve the underlying issues & barriers inhibiting your goals & objectives. I treat clients at all levels; from intensive, in-depth analysis to building parenting, family or relationship skills. My expertise includes all manner of clients, including Service Members and their Families (TBI, PTSD), Individuals, and all Couples. I have experience supporting children with disabilities (ADHD, Autism).
Children/Teen: Behavior Issues, Anger, Bullying, Emotional-Coping.
I am a solution-focused therapist with 10 years' experience working with Individuals, Couples, Children/Teens & Families. My initial objective is to stabilize whatever situation has led you to seek support. Once in a position of secure functioning, we will identify, understand, and resolve the underlying issues & barriers inhibiting your goals & objectives. I treat clients at all levels; from intensive, in-depth analysis to building parenting, family or relationship skills. My expertise includes all manner of clients, including Service Members and their Families (TBI, PTSD), Individuals, and all Couples. I have experience supporting children with disabilities (ADHD, Autism).
I bring over 25 years experience as a clinical social worker in a variety of settings with children, teens, families, and elders.
Hello and welcome to my practice! My approach to therapy with you will be a collaborative process to help you frame problems not only in a personal context, but also in a social and cultural context. We all possess resilience and have many resources within us, some not yet realized. There are times in life when you may need a caring professional to walk with you on a journey toward a more peaceful, healthy, integrated self. My office is cozy and conveniently located in the Alaska Junction of West Seattle, with handicap access and 2 hour free parking.
I bring over 25 years experience as a clinical social worker in a variety of settings with children, teens, families, and elders.
Hello and welcome to my practice! My approach to therapy with you will be a collaborative process to help you frame problems not only in a personal context, but also in a social and cultural context. We all possess resilience and have many resources within us, some not yet realized. There are times in life when you may need a caring professional to walk with you on a journey toward a more peaceful, healthy, integrated self. My office is cozy and conveniently located in the Alaska Junction of West Seattle, with handicap access and 2 hour free parking.
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Returning to our child-like nature, eco-art therapy is deep, powerful and meaningful play that can change your life.
I am passionate about helping clients heal and transform through an eco-art therapeutic approach that combines art, nature and play. Working and playing in a natural setting, I offer a variety of mediums to encourage growth, both indoors and out. This allows an emergent and imaginative approach to therapy that adapts to fit the unique needs of each individual, couple, family and group. Moving from sand tray to clay, collage to art journaling, clients can walk outdoors on paths that meander past waterways and through old growth forests. With labyrinths, meditative walks and an enormous sound chamber, I offer many creative outlets.
Returning to our child-like nature, eco-art therapy is deep, powerful and meaningful play that can change your life.
I am passionate about helping clients heal and transform through an eco-art therapeutic approach that combines art, nature and play. Working and playing in a natural setting, I offer a variety of mediums to encourage growth, both indoors and out. This allows an emergent and imaginative approach to therapy that adapts to fit the unique needs of each individual, couple, family and group. Moving from sand tray to clay, collage to art journaling, clients can walk outdoors on paths that meander past waterways and through old growth forests. With labyrinths, meditative walks and an enormous sound chamber, I offer many creative outlets.
Susan (Sue) M Bernt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98682 (Online Only)
My experience includes: Teacher, Family Advocate, and Therapist to children and families, and individuals.
I am telehealth only at this time. I specialize working with adults, teens, and children (6 + ) and their families. Together we can work on relationships, behavior challenges, depression, stress and anxiety problems, self worth, and trauma. I have a great interactive internet based/HIPPA safe video platform to use with children. Play in therapy allows children to communicate and learn to solve problems and change their negative behaviors. I work with adults to assist in processing unexpected life situations. Theories used in treatment: Developmental Psychotherapy, Psychoeducation, Attachment, Person-Centered,
My experience includes: Teacher, Family Advocate, and Therapist to children and families, and individuals.
I am telehealth only at this time. I specialize working with adults, teens, and children (6 + ) and their families. Together we can work on relationships, behavior challenges, depression, stress and anxiety problems, self worth, and trauma. I have a great interactive internet based/HIPPA safe video platform to use with children. Play in therapy allows children to communicate and learn to solve problems and change their negative behaviors. I work with adults to assist in processing unexpected life situations. Theories used in treatment: Developmental Psychotherapy, Psychoeducation, Attachment, Person-Centered,
I enjoy working with children, teens, young adults, parents, families, and groups. In addition, I also act as a consultant to various schools in the King County area. My education and clinical training is focused on providing treatment and assessment services to children, adults, and families presenting with a diverse range of emotional, medical, and neuro-psychological difficulties. Furthermore, I have worked extensively with children on the autism spectrum for over 15 years. I utilize both a Cognitive Behavioral & Family Systems approach in my clinical work.
I enjoy working with children, teens, young adults, parents, families, and groups. In addition, I also act as a consultant to various schools in the King County area. My education and clinical training is focused on providing treatment and assessment services to children, adults, and families presenting with a diverse range of emotional, medical, and neuro-psychological difficulties. Furthermore, I have worked extensively with children on the autism spectrum for over 15 years. I utilize both a Cognitive Behavioral & Family Systems approach in my clinical work.
Scott's expertise is working with children, teenagers, and families dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma and life transitions such as divorce, death, illness, abuse, suicidal ideation, and co-parenting issues.
Scott Robbins graduated from Argosy University in Seattle, with a Masters in Counseling Psychology. Scott is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, (LMHC), Mental Health Professional (MHP) and a Children's Mental Health Specialist (CMS). Scott has 15 years' experience as a public school teacher. He also has a Masters Degree in Education with an emphasis in Instruction and Curriculum Development from Lesley College, in Cambridge Massachusetts. He has coached middle and high school football for 19 years. For 8 years he was a Young Life Area Director in both WA and CA.
Scott's expertise is working with children, teenagers, and families dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma and life transitions such as divorce, death, illness, abuse, suicidal ideation, and co-parenting issues.
Scott Robbins graduated from Argosy University in Seattle, with a Masters in Counseling Psychology. Scott is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, (LMHC), Mental Health Professional (MHP) and a Children's Mental Health Specialist (CMS). Scott has 15 years' experience as a public school teacher. He also has a Masters Degree in Education with an emphasis in Instruction and Curriculum Development from Lesley College, in Cambridge Massachusetts. He has coached middle and high school football for 19 years. For 8 years he was a Young Life Area Director in both WA and CA.
I specialize in psychological and psycho-educational evaluations with both children and adolescents. I have extensive clinical experience in the assessment of children with academic, social-emotional, and behavioral difficulties. My expertise is in the diagnostic assessment of developmental delays, learning disabilities, intellectual disability, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD), and autism. I use a child's pattern of strengths and weaknesses to help guide treatment recommendations. I also provide IQ/Gifted evaluations, early entrance Kindergarten and College Board documentation testing, and school consultation.
I specialize in psychological and psycho-educational evaluations with both children and adolescents. I have extensive clinical experience in the assessment of children with academic, social-emotional, and behavioral difficulties. My expertise is in the diagnostic assessment of developmental delays, learning disabilities, intellectual disability, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD), and autism. I use a child's pattern of strengths and weaknesses to help guide treatment recommendations. I also provide IQ/Gifted evaluations, early entrance Kindergarten and College Board documentation testing, and school consultation.
Puget Sound Child and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, CMHS, LMFT-S, RPT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Redmond, WA 98052
I specialize in working with children, teens and families.
My name is Sara, I am a LMFT-S and a Registered Play Therapist. I enjoy working closely with kids and families to help them reach their goals. I view your family and your child's problem in the context of their life and relationships. I take a comprehensive family system's approach, which is client centered and focused on the goals you bring to therapy. We will develop a comprehensive treatment plan, taking into consideration family history, health, educational goals/needs, living situation, and cultural aspects of your life. I encourage clients to work with family and/or supports throughout the therapeutic process.
I specialize in working with children, teens and families.
My name is Sara, I am a LMFT-S and a Registered Play Therapist. I enjoy working closely with kids and families to help them reach their goals. I view your family and your child's problem in the context of their life and relationships. I take a comprehensive family system's approach, which is client centered and focused on the goals you bring to therapy. We will develop a comprehensive treatment plan, taking into consideration family history, health, educational goals/needs, living situation, and cultural aspects of your life. I encourage clients to work with family and/or supports throughout the therapeutic process.
Parenting Academy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LICSW
Verified Verified
Bellingham, WA 98225
Waitlist for new clients
I have 25 years of clinical experience working with a wide variety of children and families.
You want the very best for your child, you want them to feel confident and competent, to be able to manage their emotions, to be kind. Parenting is hard, even harder when you are caring for a child who is struggling, when your family is navigating a big transition, or when you are faced with adversity. When your child's moods and reactions are taking over the household and when power struggles and conflict are the norm, when typical parenting is not working, Parenting Academy can help. Fortunately, Children, Parents and Families are resilient!
I have 25 years of clinical experience working with a wide variety of children and families.
You want the very best for your child, you want them to feel confident and competent, to be able to manage their emotions, to be kind. Parenting is hard, even harder when you are caring for a child who is struggling, when your family is navigating a big transition, or when you are faced with adversity. When your child's moods and reactions are taking over the household and when power struggles and conflict are the norm, when typical parenting is not working, Parenting Academy can help. Fortunately, Children, Parents and Families are resilient!
I work with individuals, children & teens, and families.
Parents, are you experiencing emotional outbursts or behavior changes with your children? Are you feeling overwhelmed or frustrated? Have you been experiencing difficulties concentrating or feeling extremely lonely, sad, or down? One of the bravest things a person can do is to be vulnerable and share their life's story.
I work with individuals, children & teens, and families.
Parents, are you experiencing emotional outbursts or behavior changes with your children? Are you feeling overwhelmed or frustrated? Have you been experiencing difficulties concentrating or feeling extremely lonely, sad, or down? One of the bravest things a person can do is to be vulnerable and share their life's story.
Do you often find yourself worrying and doubting yourself? Are you finding it difficult to experience happiness? Are your child's behavior responses amplified beyond what you expect? Are your relationships causing you distress? Do you want to explore your talents and value? I would love to participate in your journey as you reflect and make positive changes.
I work with people of all ages committed to developing self-awareness in order to change or enhance their quality of life. I work with children experiencing anxiety, depression, and home/school challenges. Supporting children usually involves working with parents/guardians and families. I enjoy working with individual adults interested in understanding themselves, their relationships, and their actions. My therapy practice includes play therapy and art therapy, sand-play, active listening, family systems work, and parenting education. I am curious and compassionate in my relationship to clients with varying needs and backgrounds.
Do you often find yourself worrying and doubting yourself? Are you finding it difficult to experience happiness? Are your child's behavior responses amplified beyond what you expect? Are your relationships causing you distress? Do you want to explore your talents and value? I would love to participate in your journey as you reflect and make positive changes.
I work with people of all ages committed to developing self-awareness in order to change or enhance their quality of life. I work with children experiencing anxiety, depression, and home/school challenges. Supporting children usually involves working with parents/guardians and families. I enjoy working with individual adults interested in understanding themselves, their relationships, and their actions. My therapy practice includes play therapy and art therapy, sand-play, active listening, family systems work, and parenting education. I am curious and compassionate in my relationship to clients with varying needs and backgrounds.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Washington 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Washington 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Washington 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.