Children (6 to 10) Therapists in Reading, MA

My approach to therapy is direct and interactive. I believe that with a commitment to change, my clients can achieve a balanced and fulfilling life. Through collaborative relationships with my clients, I have helped people reach their goals in a safe and supportive environment. I have been in practice for over 9 years.

My name is Silvia Pisiano and I am a licensed couselor. I have worked in the mental health field for over twenty years in Andover and Lawrence. I am passionate about reaching out to all clients of different demographics hispanic caucasians, Asians, Africans, and all the nations from different parts of cultural backgrounds in the worlds Our practice do not discriminate race, ethnicity, and we have access to hearing impaired and translation specialist if a client needs support.

Melissa's warmth, openness, and humor will help to build a comfortable, trusting relationship where you can be empowered to work on your goals with conscious intent using a treatment approach that works best. Melissa specializes in working with young children to young adults, focusing on stress, anxiety, depression, attentional difficulties, attachment, and life transitions. She provides individual and family therapy utilizing a variety of techniques that best fit your needs. Melissa has experience in CBT, DBT, skill building, intuitive , mindfulness and parent coaching. Melissa has over 10 years experience as a school counselor.

Immediate Availability M-Th for telehealth only. Being a parent is hard, even under the best of circumstances. When you have a child struggling with mental health, the job can become even harder. You might find yourself feeling scared or overwhelmed, having lots of questions but finding few answers. The good news is that you and your child don't have to go through this alone- I'm here to help. As a clinician, I know that the effects of mental health are felt far beyond the individual. Though I work with children and adolescents, I believe in having a collaborative relationship with all members of the family.

As a psychotherapist, I join my clients in their journey. I emphasize on what one can do, as opposed to pathologizing what one can’t”.

I enjoy working with all ages, and bring a calming presence to the issues brought by children and their parents, as well as to the problems and concerns of adults. I specialize in working with people in their relationships. I an eager to work with couples, and also work with individuals on relationship issues. With adults, particularly men, I facilitate addressing the many barriers that undermine healthy relationships such as unmanaged anger, domestic violence and controlling behavior, substance abuse, and codependency. I encourage and help all my clients to utilize effective stress management strategies, including mindfulness meditation.

I have been working primarily with adolescents and children for over 20 years. I have a very direct and realistic approach that has great success working with the most challenging teens, especially. I also welcome parents who are having difficulty with this challenging transitional time in raising teenagers as well. In addition I work with couples to promote positive communication to strengthen and build positive relationships.

I'm a Clinical Psychologist with training in schools, outpatient clinics, inpatient units, and as a Harvard Fellow. From conducting psychiatric evaluations in area emergency departments, assessing clients in crisis, to working across all levels of the public school system, I bring multiple perspectives for parents struggling to support children with emotional/behavioral dysregulation. Whether rooted in ADHD, anxiety, or mood, coaching parents through these challenges with practical strategies is a hallmark of successful intervention. For couples, I employ an objective, educational approach to restore communication and intimacy.

I believe that everyone's journey to therapy is unique. Whether you seek help for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, personal growth, life changes, or any other concern, I am here to support you. We will work together to explore the reasons that led you to therapy and address them in a personalized and effective manner. Your well-being and empowerment is paramount. I have created a safe and secure therapeutic environment where you can freely express yourself, knowing that your words and feelings are protected.

I provide care to individuals and families of diverse backgrounds throughout the lifespan experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. I am committed to supporting my clients on their healing journey towards health and well-being. With a compassionate and empathetic approach, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I have experience working with many populations, but especially with children, families, parents, couples, and college-age.

Regardless of the times, the circumstance or the individual, building a relationship with trust, value and efficacy matters. We also believe that this can look different for everyone. Given that, it is important that prior to finding the right therapeutic approach that meets your specific needs, we must first develop a mutual understanding and rapport with one another that feels supportive in moving forward. Next, it will become our responsibility to listen and understand what it is you would like to address and what your goals are. Your voice, experiences, and perceptions will lead us through this process.

I work with Adults, Children aged 3+ and Adolescents. Specializing in treating ADHD, Asperger/Autism, Depression, Anxiety, Low Self-Esteem, Learning Disabilities, OCD, ODD as well as Family Counseling. I uses Cognitive Behavior Therapy as well as Mindfulness. I use a holistic approach to clients. I hopes to provide a safe and therapeutic relationship during our time together.

Dr. Ruggiero's dedication to pediatric ADHD care is driven by her own journey as a parent seeking specialized care for her children. She founded Into Focus, LLC, a specialized practice focused on diagnosing and managing ADHD. As a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with a Master's in Pediatric Nursing from Yale, a PhD in nursing. I start with an initial assessment and evaluation. From there, I create a comprehensive care plan tailored to your child's unique needs.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and have been providing behavioral and mental health care services for many years. I have worked in community-based settings including homes, schools, clinic, as well as in inpatient hospitals. My background includes working with elementary age children, adolescents, and adults. In addition to my experiences in community mental health, my inpatient work with adolescents and adults with trauma and dissociative disorders gave me invaluable experiences that highlight the importance of compassionate care.

I specialize in working with children to build their existing social-emotional skills in conjunction with their parents to best support the family's journey. This work includes building skills to improve positive communication, emotional regulation, ability to identify and understand feelings, social relationships, and other challenges they may be experiencing, including anxiety and depression. My experience has made me passionate about the importance of using a collaborative approach to child therapy. I believe that individuals and families are experts in their own lives.

Greenleaf Therapy specializes in anxiety, OCD and depression in children, adolescents and adults using a combination of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), while also incorporating elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI). We offer individual therapy and group therapy, as well as an intensive outpatient program (IOP) for anxiety/OCD in children/adolescents.