Child Therapists in Sudbury, MA

Photo of Courtney Bleicher, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Courtney Bleicher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Sudbury, MA 01776
I seek to help you and/or your child increase awareness, build resiliency skills, and adjust behavioral patterns that are no longer working for you.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults to address common challenges relating to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, and family conflict. I approach treatment collaboratively and will work with you to develop a plan to help you and/or your child meet your goals. My approach is integrative, and draws on effective evidence-based treatments - including insight oriented approaches (psychodynamic), skill building approaches (cognitive-behavioral), and other collaborative and developmental interventions. Calm attention, compassion, energy, and creativity are important components of my approach; I recognize that therapy is a considerable commitment, and I am dedicated to creating a safe, supportive environment for our work.
I seek to help you and/or your child increase awareness, build resiliency skills, and adjust behavioral patterns that are no longer working for you.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults to address common challenges relating to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, and family conflict. I approach treatment collaboratively and will work with you to develop a plan to help you and/or your child meet your goals. My approach is integrative, and draws on effective evidence-based treatments - including insight oriented approaches (psychodynamic), skill building approaches (cognitive-behavioral), and other collaborative and developmental interventions. Calm attention, compassion, energy, and creativity are important components of my approach; I recognize that therapy is a considerable commitment, and I am dedicated to creating a safe, supportive environment for our work.
(857) 366-4326 View (857) 366-4326
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Larry Flynn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sudbury, MA 01776
Larry specializes in counseling children of all ages, teens, young adults, adults, and families. Larry effectively helps even the very young child and clients of all ages with their emotional and/or behavioral challenges. His passion, expertise, and genuine interest is so needed, when many of our youth are longing for someone they can talk to, connect with, and feel their voice is understood. Working with the entire family providing family counseling takes a very special ability, as does helping parents navigate challenges, this is Larry's expertise.
Larry specializes in counseling children of all ages, teens, young adults, adults, and families. Larry effectively helps even the very young child and clients of all ages with their emotional and/or behavioral challenges. His passion, expertise, and genuine interest is so needed, when many of our youth are longing for someone they can talk to, connect with, and feel their voice is understood. Working with the entire family providing family counseling takes a very special ability, as does helping parents navigate challenges, this is Larry's expertise.
(781) 318-3048 View (781) 318-3048
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Lori D. Fishman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Sudbury, MA 01776
I primarily work with tween and teen girls ages in 6th grade and up. I also provide parenting consultation and support. I see kids typically experiencing anxiety, stress, peer difficulties, family complexities, and/or low self-esteem. My style is based on being an approachable, funny, and down-to-earth adult who your child can trust. My job is not to solve their problems but to help them develop the tools to do so themselves without experiencing high-stress levels. I have a specialty in the behavioral approaches to child and teen weight loss for kids struggling with overweight or obesity.
I primarily work with tween and teen girls ages in 6th grade and up. I also provide parenting consultation and support. I see kids typically experiencing anxiety, stress, peer difficulties, family complexities, and/or low self-esteem. My style is based on being an approachable, funny, and down-to-earth adult who your child can trust. My job is not to solve their problems but to help them develop the tools to do so themselves without experiencing high-stress levels. I have a specialty in the behavioral approaches to child and teen weight loss for kids struggling with overweight or obesity.
(978) 300-8832 View (978) 300-8832
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Alison Ratner Mayer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sudbury, MA 01776
At Child Therapy Boston, we have a passion for working with children, teens, siblings, families and groups. We are confident that we can help individuals and families struggling with diagnoses including ADHD, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Depression, Developmental Disabilities, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, and Attachment. We enjoy working with clients who are struggling with self-esteem, family relationships, grief and loss, bullying, life transitions, and stress management. We also offer specialized counseling for LGBTQIA+ youth.
At Child Therapy Boston, we have a passion for working with children, teens, siblings, families and groups. We are confident that we can help individuals and families struggling with diagnoses including ADHD, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Depression, Developmental Disabilities, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, and Attachment. We enjoy working with clients who are struggling with self-esteem, family relationships, grief and loss, bullying, life transitions, and stress management. We also offer specialized counseling for LGBTQIA+ youth.
(781) 471-4302 View (781) 471-4302
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Ann Fernandes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEIS
Verified Verified
Sudbury, MA 01776
I am skilled at helping young children express their feelings, develop problem-solving skills and feel empowered to change their behaviors.
Finding the right play therapist can make all the difference. I invite you to read on and decide whether you are ready to take that next step and call. I feel passionately about helping parents and young children (0-8 years old) to build strong relationships by learning and growing together. The relationships formed in the early years of life are very important and create the the foundation for social-emotional growth. Play Therapy is a way of being with and helping a child that honors and supports their developmental level through speaking their language, play.
I am skilled at helping young children express their feelings, develop problem-solving skills and feel empowered to change their behaviors.
Finding the right play therapist can make all the difference. I invite you to read on and decide whether you are ready to take that next step and call. I feel passionately about helping parents and young children (0-8 years old) to build strong relationships by learning and growing together. The relationships formed in the early years of life are very important and create the the foundation for social-emotional growth. Play Therapy is a way of being with and helping a child that honors and supports their developmental level through speaking their language, play.
(508) 507-2219 View (508) 507-2219
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Heather Veague
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sudbury, MA 01776
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.
(508) 545-7491 View (508) 545-7491
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Michael F. Lynch
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Sudbury, MA 01776
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.
(978) 717-0776 View (978) 717-0776
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Greg Stoodley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Sudbury, MA 01776  (Online Only)
If you are wondering if it is time to seek help for yourself, your child, or your family, please contact me for a consultation.
Whatever issues you or your family members are facing, an outside perspective and guide can make all the difference in moving forward. I have been providing therapy to adolescents, adults, couples and families for more than 20 years, specializing in helping adolescents with crisis prevention, crisis management, and recovery — no issue is too big or too insignificant.
If you are wondering if it is time to seek help for yourself, your child, or your family, please contact me for a consultation.
Whatever issues you or your family members are facing, an outside perspective and guide can make all the difference in moving forward. I have been providing therapy to adolescents, adults, couples and families for more than 20 years, specializing in helping adolescents with crisis prevention, crisis management, and recovery — no issue is too big or too insignificant.
(508) 433-3662 View (508) 433-3662
Photo of Sarah Dolaty, LICSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Sarah Dolaty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sudbury, MA 01776  (Online Only)
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.
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.
(508) 392-5469 View (508) 392-5469
Metrowest Neurofeedback
Psychologist, PsyD, PA
Verified Verified
Sudbury, MA 01776
Do you or your child struggle with attention, focus, concentration? Has a school suggested medication? Is anxiety a pervasive problem in daily life, or your child's? Are relationships or sleep difficult? ADHD is often diagnosed, when the underlying problem is actually anxiety which interferes with learning. Neurofeedback can help with these issues and more, simply by teaching you to play a computer game solely with your brain. It's easy, and everyone can do it. The feedback helps your brain learn to settle into more functional patterns, and practice helps maintain them.
Do you or your child struggle with attention, focus, concentration? Has a school suggested medication? Is anxiety a pervasive problem in daily life, or your child's? Are relationships or sleep difficult? ADHD is often diagnosed, when the underlying problem is actually anxiety which interferes with learning. Neurofeedback can help with these issues and more, simply by teaching you to play a computer game solely with your brain. It's easy, and everyone can do it. The feedback helps your brain learn to settle into more functional patterns, and practice helps maintain them.
(978) 291-7671 View (978) 291-7671
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Robert A Weaver III
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sudbury, MA 01776
Weaver Center specializes in creating success for children, adults and families who struggle with Attention, Executive Function and school/work problems.
About Me and the Weaver Center Team: ME: Having been diagnosed with dyslexia, attention deficit, memory and organization problems in 1962 at Mass General Hospital in Boston and with the term for my disorder was Minimal Brain Damage (MBD) and Reading Retardation, some thought the hopes for me were going to be very complicated at the very least. so I have created an amazing group of highly trained and skilled professionals to work in a multidisciplinary center, the Weaver Center www.weavercenter.org please visit us
Weaver Center specializes in creating success for children, adults and families who struggle with Attention, Executive Function and school/work problems.
About Me and the Weaver Center Team: ME: Having been diagnosed with dyslexia, attention deficit, memory and organization problems in 1962 at Mass General Hospital in Boston and with the term for my disorder was Minimal Brain Damage (MBD) and Reading Retardation, some thought the hopes for me were going to be very complicated at the very least. so I have created an amazing group of highly trained and skilled professionals to work in a multidisciplinary center, the Weaver Center www.weavercenter.org please visit us
(508) 290-8092 View (508) 290-8092
Photo of Brian Cohen, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Brian Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Sudbury, MA 01776  (Online Only)
I have over 12 years of experience working with children, teens, adults and families on ADHD and many other issues. I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD, anxiety and depression, services I provided for 9.5 years at the internationally recognized ADHD clinic, the Hallowell Center. I provide parent coaching for managing children, adolescents and young adults in the course of our busy lives. I work hard to find pragmatic solutions that meet the individual needs of my clients.
I have over 12 years of experience working with children, teens, adults and families on ADHD and many other issues. I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD, anxiety and depression, services I provided for 9.5 years at the internationally recognized ADHD clinic, the Hallowell Center. I provide parent coaching for managing children, adolescents and young adults in the course of our busy lives. I work hard to find pragmatic solutions that meet the individual needs of my clients.
(978) 296-3347 View (978) 296-3347
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Debra Newborg
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Sudbury, MA 01776
Waitlist for new clients
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.
(978) 278-3995 View (978) 278-3995
Photo of Lisa Burke, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Lisa Burke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Sudbury, MA 01776
Waitlist for new clients
***My caseload is currently full, please contact me to be added to my waitlist.*** I left my job as a Program Director, at McLean Hospital to bring my clinical knowledge and training to the suburbs. I work with children, adolescents and young adults, who struggle with depression, anxiety, difficulties regulating emotions, self-harm, suicidal ideation and borderline personality disorder (BPD). I also have experience treating those with mild intellectual disability, Autism and behavioral disorders. I'm certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Interventions from Boston University and I am trained in DBT, from Behavioral Tech, LLC
***My caseload is currently full, please contact me to be added to my waitlist.*** I left my job as a Program Director, at McLean Hospital to bring my clinical knowledge and training to the suburbs. I work with children, adolescents and young adults, who struggle with depression, anxiety, difficulties regulating emotions, self-harm, suicidal ideation and borderline personality disorder (BPD). I also have experience treating those with mild intellectual disability, Autism and behavioral disorders. I'm certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Interventions from Boston University and I am trained in DBT, from Behavioral Tech, LLC
(617) 981-6522 View (617) 981-6522
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Mary Coakley-Welch
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sudbury, MA 01776
As a Neuropsychologist and Licensed Psychologist, I provide evaluations and testing to answer to your questions about learning, attention, memory, organization, language, and other cognitive skills; academic skills like reading, writing, and math; and/or social-emotional factors in yourself or your child. My neuropsychology practice is warm and welcoming. I focus on understanding you or your child so that we will identify the best specific and personalized recommendations to address your needs. I evaluate children (at least age 6 and in first grade and up), teens, college students, and adults. I don't provide therapy or counseling.
As a Neuropsychologist and Licensed Psychologist, I provide evaluations and testing to answer to your questions about learning, attention, memory, organization, language, and other cognitive skills; academic skills like reading, writing, and math; and/or social-emotional factors in yourself or your child. My neuropsychology practice is warm and welcoming. I focus on understanding you or your child so that we will identify the best specific and personalized recommendations to address your needs. I evaluate children (at least age 6 and in first grade and up), teens, college students, and adults. I don't provide therapy or counseling.
(781) 905-8014 View (781) 905-8014
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New Hope Counseling & Neurofeedback
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sudbury, MA 01776
My specialties include Marriage Counseling, Parenting Issues (including Child and Adolescent Counseling), Anxiety Issues and Anger Management.
I've been changing lives for over 20 years, and I absolutely love what I do! I have a Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral approach that meets you where you're at in the moment. If you want to make dynamic changes in your life, then I would like to be there to help you make it! I'm also offering Neurofeedback EEG treatment that uses technology in a powerful way to treat Sleep, ADHD, PTSD, Anxiety and Autism symptoms without medication! My specialties in Neurofeedback are for Sleep Disorders, Anxiety, Autism Spectrum, and ADHD. I have been providing Neurofeedback services for 5 years, with some really great results!
My specialties include Marriage Counseling, Parenting Issues (including Child and Adolescent Counseling), Anxiety Issues and Anger Management.
I've been changing lives for over 20 years, and I absolutely love what I do! I have a Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral approach that meets you where you're at in the moment. If you want to make dynamic changes in your life, then I would like to be there to help you make it! I'm also offering Neurofeedback EEG treatment that uses technology in a powerful way to treat Sleep, ADHD, PTSD, Anxiety and Autism symptoms without medication! My specialties in Neurofeedback are for Sleep Disorders, Anxiety, Autism Spectrum, and ADHD. I have been providing Neurofeedback services for 5 years, with some really great results!
(508) 915-4291 View (508) 915-4291
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Anthony Mastrocola
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Sudbury, MA 01776
I am a strengths-based, caring clinician, and my clinical training is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for children and adults. My clinical experience includes treating children, adolescents, young adults, and adults who may be struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, impulse control/hyperactivity, OCD, socialization, autism spectrum disorder, grief, and trauma. I have experience collaborating with clients and family members to best support their goals and interests.
I am a strengths-based, caring clinician, and my clinical training is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for children and adults. My clinical experience includes treating children, adolescents, young adults, and adults who may be struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, impulse control/hyperactivity, OCD, socialization, autism spectrum disorder, grief, and trauma. I have experience collaborating with clients and family members to best support their goals and interests.
(774) 255-5776 View (774) 255-5776
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Sharlene Swainamer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sudbury, MA 01776
My background is in working with Children and Families in many stages; intact, separations, divorce, guardianships, mediations, while trying to maintain sanity and respect of oneself and the family system.
Life is a journey! The past few years have been a whirlwind of emotion with so much loss, change, and uncertainty. Finding a soft place to land and making sense of life and so many unknown feelings can be challenging. Awareness of what you need is the first step, and I will be present, to listen and guide you back to your chosen path. It is never too late to restart or go in a different direction and no one needs to do that alone.
My background is in working with Children and Families in many stages; intact, separations, divorce, guardianships, mediations, while trying to maintain sanity and respect of oneself and the family system.
Life is a journey! The past few years have been a whirlwind of emotion with so much loss, change, and uncertainty. Finding a soft place to land and making sense of life and so many unknown feelings can be challenging. Awareness of what you need is the first step, and I will be present, to listen and guide you back to your chosen path. It is never too late to restart or go in a different direction and no one needs to do that alone.
(508) 213-9782 View (508) 213-9782
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Laurie Cestnick
PhD
Verified Verified
Sudbury, MA 01776
Here to help you with dyslexia, learning disorders, autism, ADHD, stroke, memory loss, concussion, & emotionality from these. Neuropsychological, psychological, & educational assessments & treatment. Internationally recognized for neuropsychology of reading, dyslexia and attention with the most comprehensive assessments available (clinical & research backgrounds bring a detailed approach); ages 3 to adult. Relationships with clients and their families are usually ongoing. I love helping you and give my best effort always. https://www.drlauriecestnick.com for FREE educational videos. 617-413-2065
Here to help you with dyslexia, learning disorders, autism, ADHD, stroke, memory loss, concussion, & emotionality from these. Neuropsychological, psychological, & educational assessments & treatment. Internationally recognized for neuropsychology of reading, dyslexia and attention with the most comprehensive assessments available (clinical & research backgrounds bring a detailed approach); ages 3 to adult. Relationships with clients and their families are usually ongoing. I love helping you and give my best effort always. https://www.drlauriecestnick.com for FREE educational videos. 617-413-2065
(978) 401-9084 View (978) 401-9084
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Mary P. Cunningham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Sudbury, MA 01776
Does your teen have worries and negative thoughts or feelings related to school, home or peers? I can help. With over 25 years of experience working with pre-teens, adolescents and adults, I have worked extensively with several schools in the Boston Metrowest area. I understand the intricacies of the home/school connection and am adept at partnering with parents to facilitate collaboration with all providers in the child’s environment. I have successfully worked with adolescents and families to address a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, and ADD/ADHD.
Does your teen have worries and negative thoughts or feelings related to school, home or peers? I can help. With over 25 years of experience working with pre-teens, adolescents and adults, I have worked extensively with several schools in the Boston Metrowest area. I understand the intricacies of the home/school connection and am adept at partnering with parents to facilitate collaboration with all providers in the child’s environment. I have successfully worked with adolescents and families to address a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, and ADD/ADHD.
(978) 307-1367 View (978) 307-1367
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Sudbury, 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 Sudbury 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.