Child Therapists in Waterloo, IA
Hope Connection Counseling & Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, IA 50703
Whether you, your child, spouse or family member are having anxiety, going through a life transition, or wanting to personally develop in a certain area, a caring professional will help you work through the issues, so you can live a more fulfilling life.
Are you struggling? Are you looking for a counselor with a Christian world view? If so, consider reaching out to our counselor. We believe, you were created for a purpose. Never settle for less than God’s very best for your life! We believe purpose can only be found through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Contact us if this is something that resonates with you.
Whether you, your child, spouse or family member are having anxiety, going through a life transition, or wanting to personally develop in a certain area, a caring professional will help you work through the issues, so you can live a more fulfilling life.
Are you struggling? Are you looking for a counselor with a Christian world view? If so, consider reaching out to our counselor. We believe, you were created for a purpose. Never settle for less than God’s very best for your life! We believe purpose can only be found through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Contact us if this is something that resonates with you.
Accepting New Clients I have experience working with children, adolescents, and parents dealing with anger, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, parent/child conflict, coping with divorce, and other life stressors. My goal is to provide an open, non-judgemental, safe, and creative space where clients can feel free to express themselves. I enjoy working with clients to create and work on goals by using a variety of theraputic modalities and evidence-based techniques like Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Play therapy, Sandtray therapy, and Art therapy to meet the needs of each individual.
Accepting New Clients I have experience working with children, adolescents, and parents dealing with anger, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, parent/child conflict, coping with divorce, and other life stressors. My goal is to provide an open, non-judgemental, safe, and creative space where clients can feel free to express themselves. I enjoy working with clients to create and work on goals by using a variety of theraputic modalities and evidence-based techniques like Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Play therapy, Sandtray therapy, and Art therapy to meet the needs of each individual.
Deciding to start therapy can be scary & a time of vulnerability whether it be for you or your child.
My name is Whitney Anderson (she/her) and I am a LMHC providing individual & family therapy with Affinity Therapy & Counseling. My passion is helping children, adolescents, teens & families reach their full potential by making sure they have the tools they need to be successful. I am happy to accompany you or your child in your journey in dealing with varying issues which could include, anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, anger management, struggles at school, trauma, self-esteem, gender identity, grief, divorce, family conflict, etc.
Deciding to start therapy can be scary & a time of vulnerability whether it be for you or your child.
My name is Whitney Anderson (she/her) and I am a LMHC providing individual & family therapy with Affinity Therapy & Counseling. My passion is helping children, adolescents, teens & families reach their full potential by making sure they have the tools they need to be successful. I am happy to accompany you or your child in your journey in dealing with varying issues which could include, anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, anger management, struggles at school, trauma, self-esteem, gender identity, grief, divorce, family conflict, etc.
Taylor Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Waterloo, IA 50702
While working with children (6+), teens, and adults, I take on a strength based, client-centered approach that’s collaborative, culturally sensitive and non-judgmental.
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Play Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. With CBT, we’ll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experience. During treatment, I'll help you learn how to push back against those thoughts to change your feelings for the better. With Play therapy, we will allow the client to explore/express feelings and emotions through healthy play.
While working with children (6+), teens, and adults, I take on a strength based, client-centered approach that’s collaborative, culturally sensitive and non-judgmental.
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Play Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. With CBT, we’ll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experience. During treatment, I'll help you learn how to push back against those thoughts to change your feelings for the better. With Play therapy, we will allow the client to explore/express feelings and emotions through healthy play.
Katie Ballenger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, IA 50703 (Online Only)
Katie is passionate about mental health and wellness for all. She uses a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to create a space where individuals and families are able to experience a sense of safety and connection. Building on these experiences, Katie aims to help individuals understand their own strengths, needs and agency for change. With families, Katie incorporates brain development and attachment theory to build a working alliance with families to identify the specific needs of their child. Katie aims to help families experience connection, attunement and enjoyment as tools to improve and strengthen relationships.
Katie is passionate about mental health and wellness for all. She uses a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to create a space where individuals and families are able to experience a sense of safety and connection. Building on these experiences, Katie aims to help individuals understand their own strengths, needs and agency for change. With families, Katie incorporates brain development and attachment theory to build a working alliance with families to identify the specific needs of their child. Katie aims to help families experience connection, attunement and enjoyment as tools to improve and strengthen relationships.
Hope Tree Counseling Services Inc.
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, IA 50703
I have special interest in working with issues of terminal illness, grief loss and transition with children individuals and families. I work with children with attachment, ADHD, trauma, and behavioral issues. I work with women issues surrounding self- esteem and personal growth. I have an extensive background in theater and the arts. I incorporate nature, animals, drama, art and play into my therapies with clients. My work also focuses on treating PTSD and anxiety. I incorporate trauma informed care into my work. I believe healing is possible and I am here to walk the path with my clients to a place of growth and positive change.
I have special interest in working with issues of terminal illness, grief loss and transition with children individuals and families. I work with children with attachment, ADHD, trauma, and behavioral issues. I work with women issues surrounding self- esteem and personal growth. I have an extensive background in theater and the arts. I incorporate nature, animals, drama, art and play into my therapies with clients. My work also focuses on treating PTSD and anxiety. I incorporate trauma informed care into my work. I believe healing is possible and I am here to walk the path with my clients to a place of growth and positive change.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults. I also provides family and marriage counseling. My practice approach consists of cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, positive psychology as well as others. I recently completed my certification in mental health and integrative medicine and believes that a holistic approach is beneficial to help manage life’s challenges.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults. I also provides family and marriage counseling. My practice approach consists of cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, positive psychology as well as others. I recently completed my certification in mental health and integrative medicine and believes that a holistic approach is beneficial to help manage life’s challenges.
Quakerdale Family Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, L, M, S, W
Verified Verified
Waterloo, IA 50703
I am a Trauma Informed Specialist. I bring to my practice a unique blend of specialized training and life experiences. It is my belief that many fears, anxiety and behaviors have some form of trauma behind them. To determine the best treatment plan, I use the client's strengths to aid in achieving their goals. I am a Christian and believe that including an individual's faith in God is important for complete healing. I am sensitive to cultural differences and work with individuals from many nations. I have experience working with: PTSD, Addiction Recovery, Family, Couple, Single Parents, Children, and Single Adults.
I am a Trauma Informed Specialist. I bring to my practice a unique blend of specialized training and life experiences. It is my belief that many fears, anxiety and behaviors have some form of trauma behind them. To determine the best treatment plan, I use the client's strengths to aid in achieving their goals. I am a Christian and believe that including an individual's faith in God is important for complete healing. I am sensitive to cultural differences and work with individuals from many nations. I have experience working with: PTSD, Addiction Recovery, Family, Couple, Single Parents, Children, and Single Adults.
Shelly Blanchard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Waterloo, IA 50701 (Online Only)
I love working with children and adolescents, and I also enjoy helping individuals work through divorce and rebuilding their life after.
In my sessions, I like to focus on the entire person: the mind, body, and spirit. I do provide Christian counseling if that is something you are interested in. I offer therapy with individuals, couples, and families and am happy to say that I love the work I do. When you come to my office, you will be able to share the things in your life that you are struggling with and know that what you share will be met with compassion. You will be able to let me know what you would like to talk about during each session and what you would like to get out of therapy.
I love working with children and adolescents, and I also enjoy helping individuals work through divorce and rebuilding their life after.
In my sessions, I like to focus on the entire person: the mind, body, and spirit. I do provide Christian counseling if that is something you are interested in. I offer therapy with individuals, couples, and families and am happy to say that I love the work I do. When you come to my office, you will be able to share the things in your life that you are struggling with and know that what you share will be met with compassion. You will be able to let me know what you would like to talk about during each session and what you would like to get out of therapy.
My name is Abby Meyer (she/her) and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Waterloo, IA with experience working with individuals, families and children. I strive to provide an environment dedicated to instilling hope and building client strengths. Using a Systems Theory lens, my goal is to work with each client system to create everlasting change.
My name is Abby Meyer (she/her) and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Waterloo, IA with experience working with individuals, families and children. I strive to provide an environment dedicated to instilling hope and building client strengths. Using a Systems Theory lens, my goal is to work with each client system to create everlasting change.
I am a licensed therapist with my Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Winona State University. I work with modalities including CBT, Adlerian, Solution Focused, and Person Centered. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, and trauma, in children, adolescents, and adults. I also have experience working with individuals of marginalized populations including LGBTQ+ community members and persons of color. I focus on creating a safe and comfortable space for the client along with using a collaborative and strength based approach to encourage healing and growth.
I am a licensed therapist with my Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Winona State University. I work with modalities including CBT, Adlerian, Solution Focused, and Person Centered. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, and trauma, in children, adolescents, and adults. I also have experience working with individuals of marginalized populations including LGBTQ+ community members and persons of color. I focus on creating a safe and comfortable space for the client along with using a collaborative and strength based approach to encourage healing and growth.
I provide counseling in a respectful, empathic, and collaborative manner. When working with children and teens, change and input is beneficial from parents and caretakers. The focus of change is building on existing strengths, learning and practicing new skills.
I provide counseling in a respectful, empathic, and collaborative manner. When working with children and teens, change and input is beneficial from parents and caretakers. The focus of change is building on existing strengths, learning and practicing new skills.
Bonita Streich Hermanstorfer
Counselor, MS, LMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, IA 50703
I work with ages 3 through adulthood: individuals, couples, and families. I have worked with individuals who have: depression, anxiety, Bipolar, grief from any type of loss, ADHD, Autism, stress, anger, divorce, and those who need a third party to talk to without judgement. I am trained in Adlerian Play Therapy for children and adults to reach beyond traditional talk therapy for self-expression/processing when words are hard to find. It is proven that children say much more in play than they have the words for.
I work with ages 3 through adulthood: individuals, couples, and families. I have worked with individuals who have: depression, anxiety, Bipolar, grief from any type of loss, ADHD, Autism, stress, anger, divorce, and those who need a third party to talk to without judgement. I am trained in Adlerian Play Therapy for children and adults to reach beyond traditional talk therapy for self-expression/processing when words are hard to find. It is proven that children say much more in play than they have the words for.
I specialize in children and teens, but I love working with the whole family and helping to build and rebuild healthy family relationships.
My counseling sessions focus on the entire person: mind, body, and spirit. When you come to my office, you will be able to share the things in your life that you are struggling with and know that what you share will be met with compassion. In each session, you can just let me know what you'd like to discuss and what you'd like to get out of therapy.
I specialize in children and teens, but I love working with the whole family and helping to build and rebuild healthy family relationships.
My counseling sessions focus on the entire person: mind, body, and spirit. When you come to my office, you will be able to share the things in your life that you are struggling with and know that what you share will be met with compassion. In each session, you can just let me know what you'd like to discuss and what you'd like to get out of therapy.
Combs Psychotherapy L.L.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, IA 50703 (Online Only)
Combs Psychotherapy typically treats children 9 years old to geriatric.
Combs Psychotherapy is excited to assist you with your mental health and substance abuse treatment needs. You will have a warm, nonjudgmental, empathetic, and supportive experience us. Our primary focus is to insure that though things may be difficult walking this road of life, you don't have to walk it alone. We have experience treating trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, mental illness, substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, loneliness, grief, self worth, LGBTQ+ issues, gender identity adjustment, sexual issues, and many other conditions. Congratulations on making this brave step. Our ideal client is everyone ready for change.
Combs Psychotherapy typically treats children 9 years old to geriatric.
Combs Psychotherapy is excited to assist you with your mental health and substance abuse treatment needs. You will have a warm, nonjudgmental, empathetic, and supportive experience us. Our primary focus is to insure that though things may be difficult walking this road of life, you don't have to walk it alone. We have experience treating trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, mental illness, substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, loneliness, grief, self worth, LGBTQ+ issues, gender identity adjustment, sexual issues, and many other conditions. Congratulations on making this brave step. Our ideal client is everyone ready for change.
I also have two adult children, enjoy gardening and learning new things.
Few things are more distressing than when an important relationship is not going as well as it could. Whether relationship problems are causing you stress or if you are simply struggling within yourself, I would be honored to assist you on your journey towards greater emotional and relational health. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), and am also a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Additionally, I am a Myers-Briggs Certified Practitioner.
I also have two adult children, enjoy gardening and learning new things.
Few things are more distressing than when an important relationship is not going as well as it could. Whether relationship problems are causing you stress or if you are simply struggling within yourself, I would be honored to assist you on your journey towards greater emotional and relational health. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), and am also a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Additionally, I am a Myers-Briggs Certified Practitioner.
Currently accepting new clients! I am passionate about working with clients from all walks of life. I am especially passionate working with kids, teens, and young adults ranging from elementary to college and beyond. Additionally, as a foster parent and new parent, I enjoy helping parents and families, work together to better understand, connect and value each other.
Currently accepting new clients! I am passionate about working with clients from all walks of life. I am especially passionate working with kids, teens, and young adults ranging from elementary to college and beyond. Additionally, as a foster parent and new parent, I enjoy helping parents and families, work together to better understand, connect and value each other.
Do you feel frustrated, anxious, sad, confused, hopeless, or hurt? Do you need something different? Are you ready for change? I work with adolescents ages 12+ and adults that are dealing with a variety of issues that could include depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, addictions, life changes, grief or something else. I work with individuals, couples, families, or groups. Whatever your needs, there IS hope.
Do you feel frustrated, anxious, sad, confused, hopeless, or hurt? Do you need something different? Are you ready for change? I work with adolescents ages 12+ and adults that are dealing with a variety of issues that could include depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, addictions, life changes, grief or something else. I work with individuals, couples, families, or groups. Whatever your needs, there IS hope.
Lindsay Finnegan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, IA 50702 (Online Only)
I provide therapy services to individuals, couples, and families. I use a cognitive-behavioral approach to address presenting problems. This technique is beneficial in helping to treat anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, relationship issues, etc. as thoughts and feelings lead to behaviors or actions. Treatment services are also provided utilizing trauma informed care and EMDR to help with symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. I have been in private practice for 9 years now. I love seeing the positive changes that my clients are making in their lives!
I provide therapy services to individuals, couples, and families. I use a cognitive-behavioral approach to address presenting problems. This technique is beneficial in helping to treat anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, relationship issues, etc. as thoughts and feelings lead to behaviors or actions. Treatment services are also provided utilizing trauma informed care and EMDR to help with symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. I have been in private practice for 9 years now. I love seeing the positive changes that my clients are making in their lives!
New Directions Counseling Services
Counselor, LMHC, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, IA 50701
New Directions Counseling Services knows that mental health is just as important as physical health. Our highly qualified therapists are here to ensure you stay happy and healthy. Call our mental health professionals for individual and group counseling in Waterloo or Decorah Iowa.
New Directions Counseling Services knows that mental health is just as important as physical health. Our highly qualified therapists are here to ensure you stay happy and healthy. Call our mental health professionals for individual and group counseling in Waterloo or Decorah Iowa.
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Child psychologists in Waterloo, IA 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 Waterloo 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 Waterloo 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.