Child Therapists in Gainesville, GA
I am a Board Certified Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist specializing in therapy and psychological testing with children and adolescents with a variety of problems. I have specialty training in working with children & adolescents ages 2-18. I have worked successfully with children with developmental delays, behavioral problems, mood disorders, ADHD, adjustment issues (divorce, death, illness, general stress), anxiety/OCD, and autism spectrum conditions. In therapy, I tend toward a cognitive-behavioral approach in a developmental framework. I also utilize mindfulness, play, DBT, and psychodynamic techniques.
I am a Board Certified Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist specializing in therapy and psychological testing with children and adolescents with a variety of problems. I have specialty training in working with children & adolescents ages 2-18. I have worked successfully with children with developmental delays, behavioral problems, mood disorders, ADHD, adjustment issues (divorce, death, illness, general stress), anxiety/OCD, and autism spectrum conditions. In therapy, I tend toward a cognitive-behavioral approach in a developmental framework. I also utilize mindfulness, play, DBT, and psychodynamic techniques.
Do you feel sad, lonely, hurt, or feel that your life is missing something? Do you have a child who is struggling with mood dysregulation, self-harming thoughts, or is simply "out-of-control?" Would like someone to talk too, process your thoughts, and help you or your family member feel better? If so, I am here to help you! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes in working with children and families struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, anger management, low self-esteem, social skills, and divorce and family transition.
Do you feel sad, lonely, hurt, or feel that your life is missing something? Do you have a child who is struggling with mood dysregulation, self-harming thoughts, or is simply "out-of-control?" Would like someone to talk too, process your thoughts, and help you or your family member feel better? If so, I am here to help you! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes in working with children and families struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, anger management, low self-esteem, social skills, and divorce and family transition.
Joe Stapp
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gainesville, GA 30506
Waitlist for new clients
I am unable to accept new patients at this time. Are you at a point where you or a loved one has lost hope? With over 27 years of experience helping children, adolescents, adults, marriages, and families, I've seen many find hope that was previously absent by using a short-term, targeted, and effective approach to counseling. Each therapist has unique strengths. Mine is working through tough problems other therapists don't prefer to treat by seeing clients in their homes rather than in an office. Most people are able to see a significant change within 6 months. Counseling should not last forever and neither should your struggles
I am unable to accept new patients at this time. Are you at a point where you or a loved one has lost hope? With over 27 years of experience helping children, adolescents, adults, marriages, and families, I've seen many find hope that was previously absent by using a short-term, targeted, and effective approach to counseling. Each therapist has unique strengths. Mine is working through tough problems other therapists don't prefer to treat by seeing clients in their homes rather than in an office. Most people are able to see a significant change within 6 months. Counseling should not last forever and neither should your struggles
Pathways Transition Programs, INC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Gainesville, GA 30501 (Online Only)
Our clients represent the variety and richness of our community: *Parents/families seeking assistance *Courts/child protective services hoping to interrupt inter-generational cycles of family stress, conflict *Adoption/foster care agencies/refugee resettlement agencies *Adults searching for balance resilience building to meet life's challenges.
Pathways Transition Programs, INC. is a private, community based mental health services provider. We serve children, adolescents, adults, and families residing in Hall County & the surrounding counties of Georgia. PTP is able to provide therapy, paraprofessional, and psychiatry services to both English & Spanish speaking clients. We offer services in the school, home, and community setting. Our comprehensive array of assessments/therapy services foster change & growth while supporting clients to heal their wounds of trauma & life challenges. We provide training/skill development to enhance coping skills & build resilience.
Our clients represent the variety and richness of our community: *Parents/families seeking assistance *Courts/child protective services hoping to interrupt inter-generational cycles of family stress, conflict *Adoption/foster care agencies/refugee resettlement agencies *Adults searching for balance resilience building to meet life's challenges.
Pathways Transition Programs, INC. is a private, community based mental health services provider. We serve children, adolescents, adults, and families residing in Hall County & the surrounding counties of Georgia. PTP is able to provide therapy, paraprofessional, and psychiatry services to both English & Spanish speaking clients. We offer services in the school, home, and community setting. Our comprehensive array of assessments/therapy services foster change & growth while supporting clients to heal their wounds of trauma & life challenges. We provide training/skill development to enhance coping skills & build resilience.
Shamika Battle-Packer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Gainesville, GA 30506
With over 15 years of experience in working with children and families, I've learned how to help people move past their pain through a holistic approach.
Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Or just want to give up? Life has a way of overpowering our lives...if we allow it. Learning how to manage these feelings is the key to life. When you find your passion, you find your purpose, and, then, you find your healing. What a relief? Allow me to help you reach this place, while addressing the mind, body and spirit.
With over 15 years of experience in working with children and families, I've learned how to help people move past their pain through a holistic approach.
Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Or just want to give up? Life has a way of overpowering our lives...if we allow it. Learning how to manage these feelings is the key to life. When you find your passion, you find your purpose, and, then, you find your healing. What a relief? Allow me to help you reach this place, while addressing the mind, body and spirit.
That being said, I am most passionate about caring for the well-being of the church by walking with Christians and their children through difficult seasons and into even greater freedom and flourishing.
Hey there! It's Alexandra. I'm glad you're here! I'm a big believer that healing comes in the context of relationship. As a therapist, I desire to create space for my clients to experience the warmth of relational connection and wonder for their life. I would be especially honored to work with your preschool and elementary kiddos utilizing play therapy techniques. I also very much enjoy working with preteens, teenagers, and young adult women, particularly those who are struggling to find purpose, navigate life transitions, and those who feel stuck in dealing with depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive tendencies.
That being said, I am most passionate about caring for the well-being of the church by walking with Christians and their children through difficult seasons and into even greater freedom and flourishing.
Hey there! It's Alexandra. I'm glad you're here! I'm a big believer that healing comes in the context of relationship. As a therapist, I desire to create space for my clients to experience the warmth of relational connection and wonder for their life. I would be especially honored to work with your preschool and elementary kiddos utilizing play therapy techniques. I also very much enjoy working with preteens, teenagers, and young adult women, particularly those who are struggling to find purpose, navigate life transitions, and those who feel stuck in dealing with depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive tendencies.
Christine M Shaheen-Ball
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Gainesville, GA 30501
I also offer parenting assistance to parents who are struggling with their children's behaviors or have challenges co-parenting.
Coming to a therapist is an enlightening experience, it can make a once chaotic and out of control life become peaceful and have meaning. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy as my main methods for therapy; however, I draw from other therapy types to give my clients the best therapeutic experience. I love working with children, adolescents and adults. My experience lies in behavior management, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life changes, adjustment issues and addiction issues as it related to the addict and to the family. I see a lot children from blended and divorced families.
I also offer parenting assistance to parents who are struggling with their children's behaviors or have challenges co-parenting.
Coming to a therapist is an enlightening experience, it can make a once chaotic and out of control life become peaceful and have meaning. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy as my main methods for therapy; however, I draw from other therapy types to give my clients the best therapeutic experience. I love working with children, adolescents and adults. My experience lies in behavior management, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life changes, adjustment issues and addiction issues as it related to the addict and to the family. I see a lot children from blended and divorced families.
Joy Kelleher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP-ll
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, GA 30501
If you are seeking support for your child or teen, you will find a nurturing and enriching space for young people to learn, grow, and develop skills.
With over 25 years of experience, I have an eclectic background including extensive international work with people and communities who have experienced trauma. I am certified in EMDR, and I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level ll. Facilitating healing while equipping people to navigate life in a value driven manner are foundations of my practice. I am passionate about advocacy and creating spaces that empower and inspire. My work also includes local and global consulting and training with organizations, communities, tribal groups, and government agencies, to make a difference in the lives of children and young people.
If you are seeking support for your child or teen, you will find a nurturing and enriching space for young people to learn, grow, and develop skills.
With over 25 years of experience, I have an eclectic background including extensive international work with people and communities who have experienced trauma. I am certified in EMDR, and I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level ll. Facilitating healing while equipping people to navigate life in a value driven manner are foundations of my practice. I am passionate about advocacy and creating spaces that empower and inspire. My work also includes local and global consulting and training with organizations, communities, tribal groups, and government agencies, to make a difference in the lives of children and young people.
Welcome to NeuroKids Center! I am dedicated to helping parents find answers about their child's struggles, and providing evidenced-based resources and recommendations to formulate a plan for your child's future. As a licensed psychologist, I primarily conduct neuropsychological evaluations for young children, teens, and young adults. If your child is having difficulties at home or school, don't wait for the problems to get worse! Contact us today.
Welcome to NeuroKids Center! I am dedicated to helping parents find answers about their child's struggles, and providing evidenced-based resources and recommendations to formulate a plan for your child's future. As a licensed psychologist, I primarily conduct neuropsychological evaluations for young children, teens, and young adults. If your child is having difficulties at home or school, don't wait for the problems to get worse! Contact us today.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults using a variety of theories and skills including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, psychoanalytic (Jungian) theory, play and art therapy, mindfulness and mediation, and somatic assistance for trauma.
I believe there is always hope for change and to be the person you were born to be. It is never too late to move in a different direction, to redirect negative thinking, change behaviors, and to empower oneself to overcome suffering and move into a better present. My approach is a holistic therapeutic approach, which involves understanding the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. By healing the past self, along with understanding and accepting your present self; the path opens to become your authentic future self. Together we can weave a healing process to assist you to become who were always meant to be.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults using a variety of theories and skills including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, psychoanalytic (Jungian) theory, play and art therapy, mindfulness and mediation, and somatic assistance for trauma.
I believe there is always hope for change and to be the person you were born to be. It is never too late to move in a different direction, to redirect negative thinking, change behaviors, and to empower oneself to overcome suffering and move into a better present. My approach is a holistic therapeutic approach, which involves understanding the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. By healing the past self, along with understanding and accepting your present self; the path opens to become your authentic future self. Together we can weave a healing process to assist you to become who were always meant to be.
I have dedicated the last 8 years to education, research, and practice in the field of psychology and psychotherapy. I have specialized in trauma, crisis intervention, and severe and persistent mental illness for people from all walks of life. Specifically, over the past three years the vast majority of my work has been focused on adverse childhood experiences such as sexual abuse, displacement, bullying and grief. This focus also includes diagnoses of ADHD, Autism and behavioral disorders in children ages 4-16.
I have dedicated the last 8 years to education, research, and practice in the field of psychology and psychotherapy. I have specialized in trauma, crisis intervention, and severe and persistent mental illness for people from all walks of life. Specifically, over the past three years the vast majority of my work has been focused on adverse childhood experiences such as sexual abuse, displacement, bullying and grief. This focus also includes diagnoses of ADHD, Autism and behavioral disorders in children ages 4-16.
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I enjoy working with clients from every stage of life, from children learning how to manage their big emotions to older adults reflecting on the events of their lives.
I am passionate about providing a safe and compassionate space for individuals to explore their thoughts and emotions, helping them to discover the deeper meaning of their life experiences. Every individual's story is unique and deserving of being heard and understood.
I enjoy working with clients from every stage of life, from children learning how to manage their big emotions to older adults reflecting on the events of their lives.
I am passionate about providing a safe and compassionate space for individuals to explore their thoughts and emotions, helping them to discover the deeper meaning of their life experiences. Every individual's story is unique and deserving of being heard and understood.
Emily Stevens Brown
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPC, MCAP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gainesville, GA 30501
For over 30 years I have been working with children, adolescents, adults and families who are struggling with an array of stressors and challenges in their lives. I focus on helping my clients produce measurable changes in their lives and paths to success and healing. As a psychotherapist, I specialize in emerging brain-based research, dual diagnosis and clinical approaches into a comprehensive approach to treatment. I specialize in providing a comprehensive approach to treatment by combining psychotherapy with state of the art brain-based therapy to treat Addiction, depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, dual diagnosis and trauma.
For over 30 years I have been working with children, adolescents, adults and families who are struggling with an array of stressors and challenges in their lives. I focus on helping my clients produce measurable changes in their lives and paths to success and healing. As a psychotherapist, I specialize in emerging brain-based research, dual diagnosis and clinical approaches into a comprehensive approach to treatment. I specialize in providing a comprehensive approach to treatment by combining psychotherapy with state of the art brain-based therapy to treat Addiction, depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, dual diagnosis and trauma.
You have taken an important step to explore the possibility of therapy to help you address your life circumstances. I will provide an atmosphere of safety and comfort for you to explore areas of your life for which you are seeking better outcomes. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a variety of concerns. Parenting is one of my passions both personally and professionally. I have trained in Parent Child Interaction Therapy, a proven intervention for children with challenging behaviors that promotes positive parent-child relationships and interactions while teaching parents effective child management skills.
You have taken an important step to explore the possibility of therapy to help you address your life circumstances. I will provide an atmosphere of safety and comfort for you to explore areas of your life for which you are seeking better outcomes. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a variety of concerns. Parenting is one of my passions both personally and professionally. I have trained in Parent Child Interaction Therapy, a proven intervention for children with challenging behaviors that promotes positive parent-child relationships and interactions while teaching parents effective child management skills.
Whether you're a concerned parent seeking support for your child, a teenager navigating the complexities of adolescence, or an adult facing life's trials and tribulations, I am committed to help foster growth, healing, and positive change.
Enjoli Pino is a therapist working in the field of Clinical Mental Health. Enjoli currently holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Enjoli is currently holds a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Enjoli is also an ordained minister and has 20 years experience working in ministry. My ideal client is motivated by a desire for personal and professional growth, well-being, and a positive impact on the world. They are open to embracing technology and new ideas to achieve these goals, and they value continuous learning and self-improvement as a means to enhance their life and the lives of those around them.
Whether you're a concerned parent seeking support for your child, a teenager navigating the complexities of adolescence, or an adult facing life's trials and tribulations, I am committed to help foster growth, healing, and positive change.
Enjoli Pino is a therapist working in the field of Clinical Mental Health. Enjoli currently holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Enjoli is currently holds a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Enjoli is also an ordained minister and has 20 years experience working in ministry. My ideal client is motivated by a desire for personal and professional growth, well-being, and a positive impact on the world. They are open to embracing technology and new ideas to achieve these goals, and they value continuous learning and self-improvement as a means to enhance their life and the lives of those around them.
My professional relationships are typically psychotherapeutic (with children, adolescents, adults and seniors in individual, couple, family and group settings).
I regard much of 'psychopathology' as well-intended (but ineffective) efforts to contend with pain and fear, and to pursue needs and wants. So, in psychotherapy, I invite my clients to explore, identify, and take guidance from their emotional experiences, honoring their depression, anxiety, and other symptoms while finding more effective ways of living well. I also provide psychological and neuropsychological assessments.
My professional relationships are typically psychotherapeutic (with children, adolescents, adults and seniors in individual, couple, family and group settings).
I regard much of 'psychopathology' as well-intended (but ineffective) efforts to contend with pain and fear, and to pursue needs and wants. So, in psychotherapy, I invite my clients to explore, identify, and take guidance from their emotional experiences, honoring their depression, anxiety, and other symptoms while finding more effective ways of living well. I also provide psychological and neuropsychological assessments.
Certifications from the American Hypnosis Association: Healing the Inner Child - Mar 12, 2017; Hypnosis and PTSD - Jul 07, 2013; Hypnosis and Seniors - Jul 04, 2015; Hypnosis and Tinnitus - Aug 18, 2018; Past-Life Regression Therapist - Apr 01, 2012.
My mission is to help people release any blocks they may have that are holding them back from becoming the unlimited person they deserve to be!! Hypnotherapy accesses 100% of the mind, therefore, clients have faster results in a shorter amount of time. Most people tell me "they have tried everything else" and now seek the positive benefits in hypnotherapy.
Certifications from the American Hypnosis Association: Healing the Inner Child - Mar 12, 2017; Hypnosis and PTSD - Jul 07, 2013; Hypnosis and Seniors - Jul 04, 2015; Hypnosis and Tinnitus - Aug 18, 2018; Past-Life Regression Therapist - Apr 01, 2012.
My mission is to help people release any blocks they may have that are holding them back from becoming the unlimited person they deserve to be!! Hypnotherapy accesses 100% of the mind, therefore, clients have faster results in a shorter amount of time. Most people tell me "they have tried everything else" and now seek the positive benefits in hypnotherapy.
Michele Ruiz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, CPCS
Verified Verified
Gainesville, GA 30501
Every child/adolescent is different and what might work for one might not work for other.
I am a passionate and creative bilingual counselor, who seeks to make the counseling process a fun and positive healing experience. My extensive counseling experience led me to have the pleasure to work with children, adolescents, and their families in stressful and challenging situations. I look forward to helping my clients achieve their individual goals, help parents build new parenting skills, and assist on improving the family integration. My purpose is to equip each of my clients to find the tools they need to improve their wellbeing in a matter that is effective for them.
Every child/adolescent is different and what might work for one might not work for other.
I am a passionate and creative bilingual counselor, who seeks to make the counseling process a fun and positive healing experience. My extensive counseling experience led me to have the pleasure to work with children, adolescents, and their families in stressful and challenging situations. I look forward to helping my clients achieve their individual goals, help parents build new parenting skills, and assist on improving the family integration. My purpose is to equip each of my clients to find the tools they need to improve their wellbeing in a matter that is effective for them.
I work with people and families who are struggling with the anxiety of life. Divorce (the couple, the children, the aftermath), growing-up, growing old, changing, embracing, letting go. Helping people find the strength in themselves to walk through life and handling the issues that seem too heavy to bear. I work in a homey setting that disarms and makes feel people feel free to share and do the work they need to do to have their best lives. My referrals largely come by referrals from past clients. I am honored to sit with people in times of trouble in their lives and work hard to live up to that honor.
I work with people and families who are struggling with the anxiety of life. Divorce (the couple, the children, the aftermath), growing-up, growing old, changing, embracing, letting go. Helping people find the strength in themselves to walk through life and handling the issues that seem too heavy to bear. I work in a homey setting that disarms and makes feel people feel free to share and do the work they need to do to have their best lives. My referrals largely come by referrals from past clients. I am honored to sit with people in times of trouble in their lives and work hard to live up to that honor.
I have worked in many roles, from case manager for children and families to director of a psychiatric hospital.
“When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too.” —Paulo Coelho. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience serving adolescents, adults, and families. I am Nigerian and Jamaican, originally from Miami, FL, but I reside in Atlanta, GA. I obtained my Bachelor of Social Work degree from Florida A&M University and my Master of Social Work degree from Barry University. I have facilitated various trainings to educate childcare workers on how
I have worked in many roles, from case manager for children and families to director of a psychiatric hospital.
“When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too.” —Paulo Coelho. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience serving adolescents, adults, and families. I am Nigerian and Jamaican, originally from Miami, FL, but I reside in Atlanta, GA. I obtained my Bachelor of Social Work degree from Florida A&M University and my Master of Social Work degree from Barry University. I have facilitated various trainings to educate childcare workers on how
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Gainesville, GA 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville 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.