Child Therapists in Lakeland, FL
Sydney Kurtz
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33801
Whether you are looking for support for yourself or your child/ teenager Sydney encourages you to take that first step of courage and reach out!.
Sydney believes everyone has a story worth telling and is worthy of a safe space to share. She is passionate about working with children, teenagers and young adults and seeing them grow. In addition to counseling, Sydney works with students in various settings including mentoring through a local ministry and coaching middle school cross country. Due in part to her own personal experience with counseling, Sydney believes healing comes with meeting an individual right where they are.
Whether you are looking for support for yourself or your child/ teenager Sydney encourages you to take that first step of courage and reach out!.
Sydney believes everyone has a story worth telling and is worthy of a safe space to share. She is passionate about working with children, teenagers and young adults and seeing them grow. In addition to counseling, Sydney works with students in various settings including mentoring through a local ministry and coaching middle school cross country. Due in part to her own personal experience with counseling, Sydney believes healing comes with meeting an individual right where they are.
This practitioner provides in-depth treatment including individual, parent- child, play therapy, sandplay, and EMDR to children of all ages and to adults.
Dr. Dainery Fuentes is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in psychotherapy with children, adolescents, and their parents. In addition, she also treats individual adults. She assists in the process of exploring and building the inner strength to allow for the growth that is necessary to transition successfully through the stages of life. Dr. Fuentes completed her Ph.D. at Yeshiva University, NYC. During her 35 years of practice, she has additionally trained in a number of areas including psychoanalytic therapy at the Cincinnati Institute. She has directed numerous psychiatric facilities and doctoral training programs.
This practitioner provides in-depth treatment including individual, parent- child, play therapy, sandplay, and EMDR to children of all ages and to adults.
Dr. Dainery Fuentes is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in psychotherapy with children, adolescents, and their parents. In addition, she also treats individual adults. She assists in the process of exploring and building the inner strength to allow for the growth that is necessary to transition successfully through the stages of life. Dr. Fuentes completed her Ph.D. at Yeshiva University, NYC. During her 35 years of practice, she has additionally trained in a number of areas including psychoanalytic therapy at the Cincinnati Institute. She has directed numerous psychiatric facilities and doctoral training programs.
I have had the opportunity to evaluate children across the Tampa Bay and Lakewood areas using a relaxed, child-centered approach to gain your child's best effort in the testing session.
I am a licensed school psychologist providing evaluations assessing children for giftedness, concerns regarding academic achievement, cognitive skills, and emotional/ behavioral skills. Allow me to help you navigate these concerns above and options such as 504 Plans, Individual Education Plans (IEP), learning disabilities ( Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia ), early childhood development, ADHD, executive functioning, behavior modification, gifted/high ability, academic performance issues, and college/vocational planning.
I have had the opportunity to evaluate children across the Tampa Bay and Lakewood areas using a relaxed, child-centered approach to gain your child's best effort in the testing session.
I am a licensed school psychologist providing evaluations assessing children for giftedness, concerns regarding academic achievement, cognitive skills, and emotional/ behavioral skills. Allow me to help you navigate these concerns above and options such as 504 Plans, Individual Education Plans (IEP), learning disabilities ( Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia ), early childhood development, ADHD, executive functioning, behavior modification, gifted/high ability, academic performance issues, and college/vocational planning.
I am here as a facilitator of change and to play a supportive role helping you and your child strengthen the child-parent relationship.
Chances are you’re here because you or a little one you love has had their sunshine stolen from them. Maybe you feel a loss of direction, struggle with parenting, or noticing signs of distress in your child. I’m here to let you know you just took that first brave step in reclaiming your sunshine. I am in this field because I not only want to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your child to process trauma, but I want to help you heal from childhood wounds that you may have carried into adulthood as well.
I am here as a facilitator of change and to play a supportive role helping you and your child strengthen the child-parent relationship.
Chances are you’re here because you or a little one you love has had their sunshine stolen from them. Maybe you feel a loss of direction, struggle with parenting, or noticing signs of distress in your child. I’m here to let you know you just took that first brave step in reclaiming your sunshine. I am in this field because I not only want to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your child to process trauma, but I want to help you heal from childhood wounds that you may have carried into adulthood as well.
Seeking help for you, your child, or your adolescent can seem daunting and overwhelming.
I specialize in working with those who struggle with anxiety, depression, personality disorders, behavior problems, ADHD, and life transitions. I love working with children and adolescents alongside their families to help create environments that foster positive relationships and behaviors. I also have experience working with adults in various life stages who feel stuck and are ready to make changes in their lives.
Seeking help for you, your child, or your adolescent can seem daunting and overwhelming.
I specialize in working with those who struggle with anxiety, depression, personality disorders, behavior problems, ADHD, and life transitions. I love working with children and adolescents alongside their families to help create environments that foster positive relationships and behaviors. I also have experience working with adults in various life stages who feel stuck and are ready to make changes in their lives.
I have worked with the child welfare system for almost 20 years and have a great deal of experience in trauma, anxiety, family relation, and adoption related issues.
My name is Miranda Johns with Hope in Healing, LLC. I am licensed in mental health counseling and my focus is often cognitive behavioral and solution focused treatment. With that being said, my goal is to meet clients where they are and adapt to what treatment works best for them. I help clients view their past as where they have been but help them understand that they don’t have to stay there. While we can’t change our past, we can always create a new future.
I have worked with the child welfare system for almost 20 years and have a great deal of experience in trauma, anxiety, family relation, and adoption related issues.
My name is Miranda Johns with Hope in Healing, LLC. I am licensed in mental health counseling and my focus is often cognitive behavioral and solution focused treatment. With that being said, my goal is to meet clients where they are and adapt to what treatment works best for them. I help clients view their past as where they have been but help them understand that they don’t have to stay there. While we can’t change our past, we can always create a new future.
ABC Mental Health & Relationship Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MFT
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33813
I provide counseling and therapy for couples, families, adults, teenagers, and children, in both individual and group settings.
As a certified Marriage & Family Therapist and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I offer an open-minded, non-judgmental, and empathetic counseling/therapy approach in a safe and supportive environment. Some problems, in our lives, are either self-imposed or imposed on us by other means. What we perceive might be different than reality. Negative beliefs affect us mentally and physically. Misinterpretations and irrational or self-defeating beliefs can create unhappy feelings, self-doubt, stress, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, etc. Problems don’t go away by themselves; we need to resolve them.
I provide counseling and therapy for couples, families, adults, teenagers, and children, in both individual and group settings.
As a certified Marriage & Family Therapist and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I offer an open-minded, non-judgmental, and empathetic counseling/therapy approach in a safe and supportive environment. Some problems, in our lives, are either self-imposed or imposed on us by other means. What we perceive might be different than reality. Negative beliefs affect us mentally and physically. Misinterpretations and irrational or self-defeating beliefs can create unhappy feelings, self-doubt, stress, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, etc. Problems don’t go away by themselves; we need to resolve them.
Please feel free to contact me for a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if I may be the best fit for you or your child.
I am dedicated to working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My practice is rooted in building an authentic connection with each client. I strive to create a warm, compassionate space where clients of all ages can work towards their desired change without judgement.
Please feel free to contact me for a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if I may be the best fit for you or your child.
I am dedicated to working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My practice is rooted in building an authentic connection with each client. I strive to create a warm, compassionate space where clients of all ages can work towards their desired change without judgement.
Daniela Suarez
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33805
PSA: Please inquire for services and a FREE consultation via text at 813 714 7944 or email, no calls at this time. If you are reading this, that means that you have already chosen to make the decision to ask for help. And sometimes, that is the hardest part. I'm glad you're here. I am a bilingual therapist who has experience working alongside children, teens, young adults and adults. Queer Affirming, LGBTQIA+ Affirming, Trans Ally, Social Justice, Inclusive, Equity, BIPOC.
PSA: Please inquire for services and a FREE consultation via text at 813 714 7944 or email, no calls at this time. If you are reading this, that means that you have already chosen to make the decision to ask for help. And sometimes, that is the hardest part. I'm glad you're here. I am a bilingual therapist who has experience working alongside children, teens, young adults and adults. Queer Affirming, LGBTQIA+ Affirming, Trans Ally, Social Justice, Inclusive, Equity, BIPOC.
Robinson-Kyles Counseling and Testing Services
Psychologist, PhD, MHC-sup
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33801
Specialists are available to meet with teachers and school counselors to institute a plan of success for your child.
**Weekend and Evening appointments are now available!! Offering Services in Spanish, Creole and in English!! ** As a supervising clinical psychologist, Dr. Kyles has over 10 years of experience. At the center, children, adolescents, adults and the elderly from a variety of backgrounds gain the insight and strength to overcome a wide range of challenges. The persons that have sought assistance at the center have gained relief from depression, anxiety, conduct disorders, relationship conflict, career uncertainty, adjustments to change, major life events as well as other mental health concerns.
Specialists are available to meet with teachers and school counselors to institute a plan of success for your child.
**Weekend and Evening appointments are now available!! Offering Services in Spanish, Creole and in English!! ** As a supervising clinical psychologist, Dr. Kyles has over 10 years of experience. At the center, children, adolescents, adults and the elderly from a variety of backgrounds gain the insight and strength to overcome a wide range of challenges. The persons that have sought assistance at the center have gained relief from depression, anxiety, conduct disorders, relationship conflict, career uncertainty, adjustments to change, major life events as well as other mental health concerns.
KAPS Therapeutic Solutions LLC
Counselor, LMHC, QS
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33813 (Online Only)
Whether you or your child are struggling with healthy relationships, anxiety, flashbacks, inappropriate behaviors, connecting with your child, or simply life's ups and downs, I'm here to help.
Do you feel your past traumatic events weigh you down like an anchor and it is hard to "be normal?" Are these past memories flooding your day to day experiences preventing you from feeling joy and living in the here and now? Is it challenging to see the real you and believe in your worth? I help both adults and children who have experienced traumatic events and who are struggling with low self-worth to claim back their lives and discover that what happened to them does not define them. Together we will take the journey to identifying the true you so you can have healthy connections with others and most importantly, yourself!
Whether you or your child are struggling with healthy relationships, anxiety, flashbacks, inappropriate behaviors, connecting with your child, or simply life's ups and downs, I'm here to help.
Do you feel your past traumatic events weigh you down like an anchor and it is hard to "be normal?" Are these past memories flooding your day to day experiences preventing you from feeling joy and living in the here and now? Is it challenging to see the real you and believe in your worth? I help both adults and children who have experienced traumatic events and who are struggling with low self-worth to claim back their lives and discover that what happened to them does not define them. Together we will take the journey to identifying the true you so you can have healthy connections with others and most importantly, yourself!
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and CCTP (Certified Clinical Trauma Professional), I work with children (ages 10+), adolescents, and adults who struggle with trauma, depression, stress, anxiety, self-esteem, anger, relationships, grief, and more.
Do you or someone you know need an unbiased person to listen to your current stressors, help you work through trauma, or assist you with reaching other goals/life changes? If so, you've come to the right place! I welcome everyone with unconditional positive regard into a judgement free zone as we work to address unwanted thoughts and behaviors in attempt to meet goals and desired outcomes. I take a gentle, solution focused approach to help you find the answers you are looking for.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and CCTP (Certified Clinical Trauma Professional), I work with children (ages 10+), adolescents, and adults who struggle with trauma, depression, stress, anxiety, self-esteem, anger, relationships, grief, and more.
Do you or someone you know need an unbiased person to listen to your current stressors, help you work through trauma, or assist you with reaching other goals/life changes? If so, you've come to the right place! I welcome everyone with unconditional positive regard into a judgement free zone as we work to address unwanted thoughts and behaviors in attempt to meet goals and desired outcomes. I take a gentle, solution focused approach to help you find the answers you are looking for.
Jamie G Smith
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803
Waitlist for new clients
I have clinical expertise in treating life’s everyday problems, relationship conflicts, parenting issues, children with behavioral issues, ADHD, social & general anxieties, depression, & trauma in all ages.
Another fight? Another ugly stare? Another slammed door? I get it. Right now, the negative interactions probably seem to outweigh the positive ones. Or maybe, there is daily tension, anger, or resentment that continues to build causing long silences, avoidance, or loud and heated exchanges. It is possible to create the relationship you truly desire by making small, daily changes based on a realistic understanding of where you are and where you want to be. Stop running in circles and getting the same results. With time, practice, and a little patience, you will take control AND enjoy life.
I have clinical expertise in treating life’s everyday problems, relationship conflicts, parenting issues, children with behavioral issues, ADHD, social & general anxieties, depression, & trauma in all ages.
Another fight? Another ugly stare? Another slammed door? I get it. Right now, the negative interactions probably seem to outweigh the positive ones. Or maybe, there is daily tension, anger, or resentment that continues to build causing long silences, avoidance, or loud and heated exchanges. It is possible to create the relationship you truly desire by making small, daily changes based on a realistic understanding of where you are and where you want to be. Stop running in circles and getting the same results. With time, practice, and a little patience, you will take control AND enjoy life.
I have 40 years experience in mental health. I have a Masters and Specialist Degree in Educational and Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide therapy for children from ages 3-10 years old. I use Parent Child Interaction Therapy.
I have 40 years experience in mental health. I have a Masters and Specialist Degree in Educational and Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide therapy for children from ages 3-10 years old. I use Parent Child Interaction Therapy.
Through therapy techniques like PCIT, we help strengthen the bond between you and your child, fostering deeper connections and effective communication.
Please keep reading if you have difficulties understanding your child's learning and behavior and need help with how to respond and how to teach them. Are you a parent seeking professional support to help your child thrive in school, at home, and in social environments? You're at the right place. Together, we will create a nurturing environment that promotes your child's academic success, emotional well-being, and social growth. We select an evaluation and treatment plan based on your needs, including: Psychoeducational & School Neuropsychological Evaluations, PCIT, & Play Therapy.
Through therapy techniques like PCIT, we help strengthen the bond between you and your child, fostering deeper connections and effective communication.
Please keep reading if you have difficulties understanding your child's learning and behavior and need help with how to respond and how to teach them. Are you a parent seeking professional support to help your child thrive in school, at home, and in social environments? You're at the right place. Together, we will create a nurturing environment that promotes your child's academic success, emotional well-being, and social growth. We select an evaluation and treatment plan based on your needs, including: Psychoeducational & School Neuropsychological Evaluations, PCIT, & Play Therapy.
Alicia Jones Counseling, LLC
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW, RCSWI
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33812 (Online Only)
I have experience providing counseling services to a variety of individuals, particularly children and adolescents, in various settings within the community and in schools.
Welcome! I am so glad you’re here. You have made the difficult first step in your journey toward healing. We face so many challenges and uncertainties in life. As a result, we may become depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed. Maybe you find yourself putting others’ needs before your own. I understand where you are because I have been there too.
I have experience providing counseling services to a variety of individuals, particularly children and adolescents, in various settings within the community and in schools.
Welcome! I am so glad you’re here. You have made the difficult first step in your journey toward healing. We face so many challenges and uncertainties in life. As a result, we may become depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed. Maybe you find yourself putting others’ needs before your own. I understand where you are because I have been there too.
My name is Andrea Thomas, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Florida. I work with children, adolescents, adults, the elderly, and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, grief/loss, parenting difficulties, and life changes using Cognitive & Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, the elderly, and couples.
My name is Andrea Thomas, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Florida. I work with children, adolescents, adults, the elderly, and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, grief/loss, parenting difficulties, and life changes using Cognitive & Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, the elderly, and couples.
ABC Mental Health & Relationship Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MFT
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33813
I provide counseling and therapy for couples, families, adults, teenagers, and children, in both individual and group settings.
As a certified Marriage & Family Therapist and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I offer an open-minded, non-judgmental, and empathetic counseling/therapy approach in a safe and supportive environment. Some problems, in our lives, are either self-imposed or imposed on us by other means. What we perceive might be different than reality. Negative beliefs affect us mentally and physically. Misinterpretations and irrational or self-defeating beliefs can create unhappy feelings, self-doubt, stress, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, etc. Problems don’t go away by themselves; we need to resolve them.
I provide counseling and therapy for couples, families, adults, teenagers, and children, in both individual and group settings.
As a certified Marriage & Family Therapist and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I offer an open-minded, non-judgmental, and empathetic counseling/therapy approach in a safe and supportive environment. Some problems, in our lives, are either self-imposed or imposed on us by other means. What we perceive might be different than reality. Negative beliefs affect us mentally and physically. Misinterpretations and irrational or self-defeating beliefs can create unhappy feelings, self-doubt, stress, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, etc. Problems don’t go away by themselves; we need to resolve them.
Over 24 years of experience working with adults, children, preteens, adolescents and their families in various settings: community, residential and school settings.
There comes a time when problems may arise in your life whether it is your home, job, school an everyday circumstance and you need to talk to someone who has a listening ear and a compassionate heart.
Over 24 years of experience working with adults, children, preteens, adolescents and their families in various settings: community, residential and school settings.
There comes a time when problems may arise in your life whether it is your home, job, school an everyday circumstance and you need to talk to someone who has a listening ear and a compassionate heart.
Weekend and Evening Appointments Available. Feeling overwhelmed or undefeated in your current situation? Is the backpack on your back overflowing? Let me provide you a safe place, where you can unwind and talk about your fears, heartaches, and stressors. Sitting on my couch, things will become uncomfortable, because change does not happen without discomfort. It does not matter what stage you are in, in your life ( children, teens, adults or seniors) your feelings are important, and I want to help you understand how your life experiences have shaped the behaviors and feelings you're struggling with today.
Weekend and Evening Appointments Available. Feeling overwhelmed or undefeated in your current situation? Is the backpack on your back overflowing? Let me provide you a safe place, where you can unwind and talk about your fears, heartaches, and stressors. Sitting on my couch, things will become uncomfortable, because change does not happen without discomfort. It does not matter what stage you are in, in your life ( children, teens, adults or seniors) your feelings are important, and I want to help you understand how your life experiences have shaped the behaviors and feelings you're struggling with today.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Lakeland, FL 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 Lakeland 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 Lakeland 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.