Child Therapists in Concord, MA
I have been working with children and families for over 16 years. I am passionate about supporting families and children to reach their full potential, in any place they may be in life. I have experience working as a developmental specialist and a mental health counselor. I support families to work through a number of challenges, including, developmental differences in a child, trauma, and relationship issues. I use an eclectic approach of parent- child interaction therapy, strength based and attachment-based approaches.
I have been working with children and families for over 16 years. I am passionate about supporting families and children to reach their full potential, in any place they may be in life. I have experience working as a developmental specialist and a mental health counselor. I support families to work through a number of challenges, including, developmental differences in a child, trauma, and relationship issues. I use an eclectic approach of parent- child interaction therapy, strength based and attachment-based approaches.
Kate has years of experience working in schools and enjoys supporting children's teachers and support staff at school as needed.
Kate's area of expertise is in working with children, teens, young adults and parents, including a specialty in developing and elite performing artists and athletes. Kate's background as a former professional ballet and modern dancer make her uniquely qualified to work with artists of all ages. She enjoys working with young adults as they navigate life transitions, relationships and identity expansion. She draws on influences from Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Expressive Therapies in a holistic approach to help affect positive growth and change for her clients.
Kate has years of experience working in schools and enjoys supporting children's teachers and support staff at school as needed.
Kate's area of expertise is in working with children, teens, young adults and parents, including a specialty in developing and elite performing artists and athletes. Kate's background as a former professional ballet and modern dancer make her uniquely qualified to work with artists of all ages. She enjoys working with young adults as they navigate life transitions, relationships and identity expansion. She draws on influences from Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Expressive Therapies in a holistic approach to help affect positive growth and change for her clients.
I've worked in schools for the last twenty-three years, helping an array of children and teens experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, as well as social, emotional, and academic challenges. I believe that young people are all amazing in their own ways. Children benefit from having someone in their corner unconditionally to help develop skills and strategies in an effort to become increasingly confident, independent, and successful both in and out of school. I value communication with parents to best help each client. I approach all of my clients in a warm and compassionate manner in an effort to develop a strong connection.
I've worked in schools for the last twenty-three years, helping an array of children and teens experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, as well as social, emotional, and academic challenges. I believe that young people are all amazing in their own ways. Children benefit from having someone in their corner unconditionally to help develop skills and strategies in an effort to become increasingly confident, independent, and successful both in and out of school. I value communication with parents to best help each client. I approach all of my clients in a warm and compassionate manner in an effort to develop a strong connection.
I'm happy to connect by phone, online, or in person to just chat and see if I can be helpful to you and/or your child.
Many young people who come to meet with me are apprehensive about therapy. They might worry that I will be silent, expecting them to fill the space with what's difficult to express. Alternatively, they might have encountered therapists who speak more than listen, resulting in a session that feels like a class. Therapy is an investment of time and resources. If you're willing to open yourself up to me, I can promise you that you will be heard, and I will engage authentically. My job is to help you grow to weather emotional storms and build the life you want.
I'm happy to connect by phone, online, or in person to just chat and see if I can be helpful to you and/or your child.
Many young people who come to meet with me are apprehensive about therapy. They might worry that I will be silent, expecting them to fill the space with what's difficult to express. Alternatively, they might have encountered therapists who speak more than listen, resulting in a session that feels like a class. Therapy is an investment of time and resources. If you're willing to open yourself up to me, I can promise you that you will be heard, and I will engage authentically. My job is to help you grow to weather emotional storms and build the life you want.
I offer in-person work with children, and a combination of in-person and telehealth appointments with parents.
Are you a parent who has a struggling child and you don’t know how to help them? Do you want to be a great parent but feel like you don’t speak your child’s language? Children have so much to say, and adults often don’t understand their language. I help young children communicate how they are feeling, and partner with their parents to support them.
I offer in-person work with children, and a combination of in-person and telehealth appointments with parents.
Are you a parent who has a struggling child and you don’t know how to help them? Do you want to be a great parent but feel like you don’t speak your child’s language? Children have so much to say, and adults often don’t understand their language. I help young children communicate how they are feeling, and partner with their parents to support them.
I use a variety of approaches to respond to the needs of the child.
MY PRACTICE IS CURRENTLY FULL. I work primarily with children and adolescents who face a range of challenges. Among these might be anxiety, negotiating peer relationships, learning disabilities, ADHD, and/or losses (e.g. divorce, illness/death of a loved one). During the assessment process, I believe in learning the strengths of the child, parent(s), and other support networks (e.g extended family, school, religious community). From there, I collaborate with the parents and child/adolescent to create a plan for them to develop the skills necessary to address their current challenges.
I use a variety of approaches to respond to the needs of the child.
MY PRACTICE IS CURRENTLY FULL. I work primarily with children and adolescents who face a range of challenges. Among these might be anxiety, negotiating peer relationships, learning disabilities, ADHD, and/or losses (e.g. divorce, illness/death of a loved one). During the assessment process, I believe in learning the strengths of the child, parent(s), and other support networks (e.g extended family, school, religious community). From there, I collaborate with the parents and child/adolescent to create a plan for them to develop the skills necessary to address their current challenges.
Megan Elizabeth Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Concord, MA 01742 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
In addition to providing maternal mental health services, I provide child play therapy for young and school age children.
My passion and dedication to the work is evident upon our first meeting. My positive energy stems from the belief that change is possible and I come to restore hope. I provide an open, compassionate and non judgmental space for my clients to explore their past and present lives. Collaboratively, we work together, at your pace, to obtain the goals that you identify. I believe that parenting is a journey that we undertake without a map and, at times, along the way, we all get lost. And, together, we can create a new path that feels good to you.
In addition to providing maternal mental health services, I provide child play therapy for young and school age children.
My passion and dedication to the work is evident upon our first meeting. My positive energy stems from the belief that change is possible and I come to restore hope. I provide an open, compassionate and non judgmental space for my clients to explore their past and present lives. Collaboratively, we work together, at your pace, to obtain the goals that you identify. I believe that parenting is a journey that we undertake without a map and, at times, along the way, we all get lost. And, together, we can create a new path that feels good to you.
Over the last thirty years as a Clinical Psychologist, I have learned how children, adults, couples, and families break free of disheartening relational patterns and rewrite oppressive stories. I have learned how to attend to what matters most: feeling safe, opening to love, and creating a life guided by compassion. I truly love my work, and that may be because I am still learning every day how to ask questions that spark wonder and creativity, how to listen for the depth behind words, knowing when to be patient, when to challenge.
Over the last thirty years as a Clinical Psychologist, I have learned how children, adults, couples, and families break free of disheartening relational patterns and rewrite oppressive stories. I have learned how to attend to what matters most: feeling safe, opening to love, and creating a life guided by compassion. I truly love my work, and that may be because I am still learning every day how to ask questions that spark wonder and creativity, how to listen for the depth behind words, knowing when to be patient, when to challenge.
Help yourself or your child feel more confident in their ability to face life's challenges or help yourself feel more confident in your role as a parent/guardian.
Therapy begins with understanding. I take the time to listen deeply to your concerns, experiences, and aspirations. Whether you are a child struggling with school anxiety, a teen navigating social pressures, an adult managing the complexities of life, or a parent desiring to best support your child, your story is at the heart of our work together. Collaboration is key; we will work as a team to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, uncovering patterns that may be contributing to your current difficulties. We will also work to build healthy coping skills so that you feel more in control of your life.
Help yourself or your child feel more confident in their ability to face life's challenges or help yourself feel more confident in your role as a parent/guardian.
Therapy begins with understanding. I take the time to listen deeply to your concerns, experiences, and aspirations. Whether you are a child struggling with school anxiety, a teen navigating social pressures, an adult managing the complexities of life, or a parent desiring to best support your child, your story is at the heart of our work together. Collaboration is key; we will work as a team to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, uncovering patterns that may be contributing to your current difficulties. We will also work to build healthy coping skills so that you feel more in control of your life.
I have specialized in Child, Adolescent, and Family psychotherapy since 2004 with an emphasis on Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Family Therapy.
Some people struggle for weeks, months, or even years before considering psychotherapy. And it makes sense — it's hard to confide in a stranger and can take a while to find the right fit. We want authenticity and experience in a therapist but also someone relatable and easy to talk with. When couples counseling, family therapy, or child/adolescent support is needed, the search may seem even more daunting. We need a clinician with the interpersonal skills, temperament, and adaptability to forge a meaningful connection with our partners, children, and the networks who support them.
I have specialized in Child, Adolescent, and Family psychotherapy since 2004 with an emphasis on Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Family Therapy.
Some people struggle for weeks, months, or even years before considering psychotherapy. And it makes sense — it's hard to confide in a stranger and can take a while to find the right fit. We want authenticity and experience in a therapist but also someone relatable and easy to talk with. When couples counseling, family therapy, or child/adolescent support is needed, the search may seem even more daunting. We need a clinician with the interpersonal skills, temperament, and adaptability to forge a meaningful connection with our partners, children, and the networks who support them.
Online booking currently available on my website (listed under my profile picture). While I am comfortable working with several presentations, my ideal client is looking for support in managing anxiety or OCD symptoms which have been creating a negative impact on their day-to-day living. I am comfortable working with all age groups including children and adolescents. I am a BTTI graduate through the International OCD Foundation.
Online booking currently available on my website (listed under my profile picture). While I am comfortable working with several presentations, my ideal client is looking for support in managing anxiety or OCD symptoms which have been creating a negative impact on their day-to-day living. I am comfortable working with all age groups including children and adolescents. I am a BTTI graduate through the International OCD Foundation.
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The ideal client is motivated to continue to work with their inner child to become grounded in the present moment. They may have anxiety, mood disorders, or personality disorders, or they may not be sure what is underlying their experience, which I can help identify as well. The ideal clients are open to trying new methods of healing, including arts and spirituality. They are willing to trust me with their feelings and express them, whether that is verbally, through the expressive arts, or both.
The ideal client is motivated to continue to work with their inner child to become grounded in the present moment. They may have anxiety, mood disorders, or personality disorders, or they may not be sure what is underlying their experience, which I can help identify as well. The ideal clients are open to trying new methods of healing, including arts and spirituality. They are willing to trust me with their feelings and express them, whether that is verbally, through the expressive arts, or both.
If you are concerned about your child or adolescent for any reason or you just want to learn how to connect and communicate better, please reach out for a free consultation.
I have been working as a child and adolescent psychotherapist for over 30 years, addressing a myriad of issues that keep children from reaching their full potential. Through play therapy, discussion, improving family communication, and teaching coping strategies, I am able to form trusting relationships with my clients that allow them to overcome challenges. I have helped many children and adolescents improve their self esteem, make better choices, cope with depression and anxiety, stop self-harm, navigate school problems, and improve social interactions. I also work with parents to help them achieve greater harmony with children.
If you are concerned about your child or adolescent for any reason or you just want to learn how to connect and communicate better, please reach out for a free consultation.
I have been working as a child and adolescent psychotherapist for over 30 years, addressing a myriad of issues that keep children from reaching their full potential. Through play therapy, discussion, improving family communication, and teaching coping strategies, I am able to form trusting relationships with my clients that allow them to overcome challenges. I have helped many children and adolescents improve their self esteem, make better choices, cope with depression and anxiety, stop self-harm, navigate school problems, and improve social interactions. I also work with parents to help them achieve greater harmony with children.
Sarah Dolaty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Concord, MA 01742 (Online Only)
I have extensive practice working with young children, adolescents, and young adults in schools, group homes, therapeutic programs, and private practice settings.
Does your child or adolescent struggle with social skills or making friends? Does your child or adolescent need support in emotional regulation? Are there experiences at home or in school that have created more stress in your family or child's life? My focus as therapist is on social-emotional development of children and adolescents in fun, safe, and engaging ways! I integrate art, meditation, cognitive-behavioral techniques and interactive games in sessions.
I have extensive practice working with young children, adolescents, and young adults in schools, group homes, therapeutic programs, and private practice settings.
Does your child or adolescent struggle with social skills or making friends? Does your child or adolescent need support in emotional regulation? Are there experiences at home or in school that have created more stress in your family or child's life? My focus as therapist is on social-emotional development of children and adolescents in fun, safe, and engaging ways! I integrate art, meditation, cognitive-behavioral techniques and interactive games in sessions.
Currently, I am treating children aged 12 years and older, along with adults, and parents seeking support.
Using an individualized approach that utilizes techniques and interventions from a variety of evidence based practices, I work with each person to capitalize on their strengths and harness their hidden resilience.
Currently, I am treating children aged 12 years and older, along with adults, and parents seeking support.
Using an individualized approach that utilizes techniques and interventions from a variety of evidence based practices, I work with each person to capitalize on their strengths and harness their hidden resilience.
I am an MSW, LICSW who has worked in the field for 25+ years with children, teenagers, young adults, parents and families with emotional/behavioral/mental health concerns.
Individual Therapy Are you struggling with parenting or relationship issues? Do you wish you could improve your communication skills with others? Do you feel anxious, depressed or experiencing panic attacks? Do you want to make changes in your life so you can live a more genuine life? -PLAY THERAPY Does your 2-11 year old have a hard time expressing their feelings which results in difficult behaviors? -ELDER CARE COUNSELING AND CASE MANAGEMENT Are you a Caretaker and need help managing your commitments to your immediate family as well as your elder parents? Do you need help navigating the Medicaid/Medicare process?
I am an MSW, LICSW who has worked in the field for 25+ years with children, teenagers, young adults, parents and families with emotional/behavioral/mental health concerns.
Individual Therapy Are you struggling with parenting or relationship issues? Do you wish you could improve your communication skills with others? Do you feel anxious, depressed or experiencing panic attacks? Do you want to make changes in your life so you can live a more genuine life? -PLAY THERAPY Does your 2-11 year old have a hard time expressing their feelings which results in difficult behaviors? -ELDER CARE COUNSELING AND CASE MANAGEMENT Are you a Caretaker and need help managing your commitments to your immediate family as well as your elder parents? Do you need help navigating the Medicaid/Medicare process?
Accepting a limited number of new clients: I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker currently providing trauma-focused psychotherapy in the greater Boston area. I have experience working with children, families, and adults in individual and group settings for private practice, multi-service agencies, as well as in the home.
Accepting a limited number of new clients: I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker currently providing trauma-focused psychotherapy in the greater Boston area. I have experience working with children, families, and adults in individual and group settings for private practice, multi-service agencies, as well as in the home.
I have experience working in children's hospitals and in primary care settings.
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I have a passion for helping individuals reach their maximum potential and healthiest state, taking into account their current as well as past experiences. I feel passionate about working with children and adults with chronic illness as well as with those individuals dealing with loss and bereavement. I also believe strongly in the work that can be accomplished with individuals who have experienced a recent or past trauma and believe strongly in the individual's ability to achieve a healthy state with proper holistic healthcare.
I have experience working in children's hospitals and in primary care settings.
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I have a passion for helping individuals reach their maximum potential and healthiest state, taking into account their current as well as past experiences. I feel passionate about working with children and adults with chronic illness as well as with those individuals dealing with loss and bereavement. I also believe strongly in the work that can be accomplished with individuals who have experienced a recent or past trauma and believe strongly in the individual's ability to achieve a healthy state with proper holistic healthcare.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or frustrated with your own life and/or with your children and family, then book a FREE 30-45' Strategy Session with me by visiting me website www.
I provide transformational coaching for adults who are feeling unmotivated, unfocused, or stuck in their lives, whether it's around vocation, relationships, money, time, or health. I have worked as a therapist for over 35 years, and I am trained in the principles and practices for transformation. I also created Thriving Families, a unique family coaching program for parents who feel overwhelmed frustrated, or hopeless regarding their family. I support them in healing where needed, and then help them to create both an individual and a family vision. Children and teens are invited to do the same.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or frustrated with your own life and/or with your children and family, then book a FREE 30-45' Strategy Session with me by visiting me website www.
I provide transformational coaching for adults who are feeling unmotivated, unfocused, or stuck in their lives, whether it's around vocation, relationships, money, time, or health. I have worked as a therapist for over 35 years, and I am trained in the principles and practices for transformation. I also created Thriving Families, a unique family coaching program for parents who feel overwhelmed frustrated, or hopeless regarding their family. I support them in healing where needed, and then help them to create both an individual and a family vision. Children and teens are invited to do the same.
I bring years of experience as a parent, teacher, and therapist, helping children, adults, and families to find their passion while meeting the often challenging demands of their lives.
I work collaboratively with families, couples, and individuals who wish to make changes in their lives, to feel better and more aligned with their life goals. Couples may seek therapy to understand and implement goals for their relationships as couples and parents. I work with individuals who identify as having social, emotional, or learning challenges. I bring attention to the body as key to understanding emotions and knowledge of self. I am respectful and curious about you. I use systemic and trauma-focused approaches to guide your discovery, presuming competency in your path and process toward change.
I bring years of experience as a parent, teacher, and therapist, helping children, adults, and families to find their passion while meeting the often challenging demands of their lives.
I work collaboratively with families, couples, and individuals who wish to make changes in their lives, to feel better and more aligned with their life goals. Couples may seek therapy to understand and implement goals for their relationships as couples and parents. I work with individuals who identify as having social, emotional, or learning challenges. I bring attention to the body as key to understanding emotions and knowledge of self. I am respectful and curious about you. I use systemic and trauma-focused approaches to guide your discovery, presuming competency in your path and process toward change.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Concord, MA 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 Concord 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 Concord 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.