Child Therapists in Annapolis, MD

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Katie Heinold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
In my practice, I typically use a combination of play therapy techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions, and mindfulness-based practices when working with children.
Do you have a child that struggles with anxiety, sadness, or behavioral concerns? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to best support your child during this difficult time? As a therapist that is passionate about working with children and their families to promote emotional growth and positive behavioral change, I would be honored to assist your family in navigating this challenging chapter of life. One of my goals is to create a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgemental space during our sessions so that we can work together to create goals that feel comfortable for you and your family.
In my practice, I typically use a combination of play therapy techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions, and mindfulness-based practices when working with children.
Do you have a child that struggles with anxiety, sadness, or behavioral concerns? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to best support your child during this difficult time? As a therapist that is passionate about working with children and their families to promote emotional growth and positive behavioral change, I would be honored to assist your family in navigating this challenging chapter of life. One of my goals is to create a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgemental space during our sessions so that we can work together to create goals that feel comfortable for you and your family.
(667) 220-6359 View (667) 220-6359
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Meghan H Buckley
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21403
Whether you or your child are suffering from emotional pain, problematic behavior, or relationship conflicts, you deserve the best possible therapy experience.
Learn how to pursue your goals despite your problems by developing an antifragile mindset. I am an experienced psychologist who teaches evidence-based skills & strategies to help you feel better & have better relationships. With more than two decades of experience, I provide evaluation & therapy to children, adolescents, & adults. I specialize in Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology, & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with all ages. My style is genuine, accepting, & at times entertaining. My focus is helping you become mentally stronger & capable of coping with adversity while reaching your goals. Life can get better through therapy.
Whether you or your child are suffering from emotional pain, problematic behavior, or relationship conflicts, you deserve the best possible therapy experience.
Learn how to pursue your goals despite your problems by developing an antifragile mindset. I am an experienced psychologist who teaches evidence-based skills & strategies to help you feel better & have better relationships. With more than two decades of experience, I provide evaluation & therapy to children, adolescents, & adults. I specialize in Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology, & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with all ages. My style is genuine, accepting, & at times entertaining. My focus is helping you become mentally stronger & capable of coping with adversity while reaching your goals. Life can get better through therapy.
(410) 983-3509 View (410) 983-3509
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Victoria Ringo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
Therapy is about the relationship between therapist and client. It’s a vulnerable and courageous act to embark on a mental health journey, so comfort and sense of connection is a must. I am someone – in life, in work, in relationship – who has a foundation of empathy, a drive to help others, and a strong appreciation for humor. These core values come directly from my Midwestern upbringing, during which I was taught by example to treat all others with kindness and patience. I have a special soft spot for anyone who struggles with anxiety, especially children and adolescents.
Therapy is about the relationship between therapist and client. It’s a vulnerable and courageous act to embark on a mental health journey, so comfort and sense of connection is a must. I am someone – in life, in work, in relationship – who has a foundation of empathy, a drive to help others, and a strong appreciation for humor. These core values come directly from my Midwestern upbringing, during which I was taught by example to treat all others with kindness and patience. I have a special soft spot for anyone who struggles with anxiety, especially children and adolescents.
(410) 705-7413 View (410) 705-7413
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David Kellner
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
I work with children, adolescents and adults to discover opportunities to bring together the broken pieces to achieve a new wholeness and life.
Henri Nouwen says, "real care means the willingness to help each other in making our brokenness into the gateway to joy." Perhaps it is the broken pieces of your life that have brought you to this page - broken relationships, broken dreams or just feeling broken. In this you are not alone, but it is my firm conviction that the broken pieces that are strewn about you can become the very material needed in creating wholeness and peace.
I work with children, adolescents and adults to discover opportunities to bring together the broken pieces to achieve a new wholeness and life.
Henri Nouwen says, "real care means the willingness to help each other in making our brokenness into the gateway to joy." Perhaps it is the broken pieces of your life that have brought you to this page - broken relationships, broken dreams or just feeling broken. In this you are not alone, but it is my firm conviction that the broken pieces that are strewn about you can become the very material needed in creating wholeness and peace.
(443) 205-4399 View (443) 205-4399
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Children's Therapy Corner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21409
I can help you get your child in a place you feel good about.
Do you need help with your child? Do you need a guiding support to help you raise your children on the right path? I have you covered! I help kids, teens, and families improve their relationships and meet meaningful goals. Even if you don’t exactly know what’s going on with your child. Even if you’ve tried other strategies or therapies in the past. I have 14 years of experience in children’s mental health and my own child with special needs. I have years of training experience from the nationally recognized children’s hospital, Kennedy Krieger Institute, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and truly I've seen it all!
I can help you get your child in a place you feel good about.
Do you need help with your child? Do you need a guiding support to help you raise your children on the right path? I have you covered! I help kids, teens, and families improve their relationships and meet meaningful goals. Even if you don’t exactly know what’s going on with your child. Even if you’ve tried other strategies or therapies in the past. I have 14 years of experience in children’s mental health and my own child with special needs. I have years of training experience from the nationally recognized children’s hospital, Kennedy Krieger Institute, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and truly I've seen it all!
(443) 347-5646 View (443) 347-5646
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Theresa Shank
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
I have specialized in treating anxiety in children, teens and adults for the past 14 years.
As a fellow parent, I understand that there is no greater pleasure than to see your child happy and healthy. But excessive worrying, relentlessly demanding OCD rituals, the fear of vomiting, social anxiety, and self-harming behaviors like hair pulling and skin picking can rip away the joy of childhood and bring anguish to the family. I am a warm, compassionate, and very active cognitive-behavioral therapist with many years of success in helping children and teens recover from these challenges. I work as a team with parents, including them in at least part of every session.
I have specialized in treating anxiety in children, teens and adults for the past 14 years.
As a fellow parent, I understand that there is no greater pleasure than to see your child happy and healthy. But excessive worrying, relentlessly demanding OCD rituals, the fear of vomiting, social anxiety, and self-harming behaviors like hair pulling and skin picking can rip away the joy of childhood and bring anguish to the family. I am a warm, compassionate, and very active cognitive-behavioral therapist with many years of success in helping children and teens recover from these challenges. I work as a team with parents, including them in at least part of every session.
(410) 753-4421 View (410) 753-4421
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Karin Anstendig Mosk
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21403
I have a personal interest and expertise in understanding a child's unique learning style and guiding families towards optimal learning environments.
When you meet with me, you will feel immediately comfortable. I am very good at helping you to figure out what the challenge is and to provide the support you need for change. I am a child/adolescent specialist. I connect exceptionally well to children and teens and have helped many experience better lives. I have over 23 years experience in practice and have had much success. I am looking forward to meeting with you and finding out how I can help you have a stronger and more positive family and to help you, as an individual, attain your goals.
I have a personal interest and expertise in understanding a child's unique learning style and guiding families towards optimal learning environments.
When you meet with me, you will feel immediately comfortable. I am very good at helping you to figure out what the challenge is and to provide the support you need for change. I am a child/adolescent specialist. I connect exceptionally well to children and teens and have helped many experience better lives. I have over 23 years experience in practice and have had much success. I am looking forward to meeting with you and finding out how I can help you have a stronger and more positive family and to help you, as an individual, attain your goals.
(410) 695-6565 View (410) 695-6565
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Mark Hedlund
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401
I have been working within a medical pediatric practice for the duration of my career, and as a result see a number of children and adolescents in the Maryland and Washington DC area. Treatment with this population generally focuses on developmental, behavioral, academic, social, and family issues. I also see a number of adults on an outpatient basis and greatly value this aspect of my practice as well. Anxiety, depression, loss, and relationship issues are the primary focus of my work with adults, adolescents, and children. If you are planning to use health insurance please indicate whom your provider is.
I have been working within a medical pediatric practice for the duration of my career, and as a result see a number of children and adolescents in the Maryland and Washington DC area. Treatment with this population generally focuses on developmental, behavioral, academic, social, and family issues. I also see a number of adults on an outpatient basis and greatly value this aspect of my practice as well. Anxiety, depression, loss, and relationship issues are the primary focus of my work with adults, adolescents, and children. If you are planning to use health insurance please indicate whom your provider is.
(410) 648-4581 View (410) 648-4581
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Melissa Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401
Niche: LGBTQIA, adolescents/young adults, teachers, athletes and children. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients can feel safe to share their story and know they are being seen and heard. Using a holistic, client-centered approach I help folks find self-love, acceptance, and healthy ways to move through life transitions. I use a variety of clinical skills with children. I encourage parents of young children to attend sessions as I model behavioral techniques they can implement at home.
Niche: LGBTQIA, adolescents/young adults, teachers, athletes and children. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients can feel safe to share their story and know they are being seen and heard. Using a holistic, client-centered approach I help folks find self-love, acceptance, and healthy ways to move through life transitions. I use a variety of clinical skills with children. I encourage parents of young children to attend sessions as I model behavioral techniques they can implement at home.
(667) 382-8707 View (667) 382-8707
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Renee May
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCPAT
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401  (Online Only)
There are times when we outgrow our current coping skills and need to refocus our energy and will. Balancing our ways we survive is key by using different strategies and techniques that are carved out for each one of us. Being an art therapist and a clinical social worker, I believe that in my work with children, adolescents, and adults a way exists in finding the best self that is somewhere within themselves. Using cognitive behavioral therapy with a client-centered focus, I can join with and provide an outlet for clients to share experiences and work together to foster an improved sense of self and well-being.
There are times when we outgrow our current coping skills and need to refocus our energy and will. Balancing our ways we survive is key by using different strategies and techniques that are carved out for each one of us. Being an art therapist and a clinical social worker, I believe that in my work with children, adolescents, and adults a way exists in finding the best self that is somewhere within themselves. Using cognitive behavioral therapy with a client-centered focus, I can join with and provide an outlet for clients to share experiences and work together to foster an improved sense of self and well-being.
(410) 220-6018 View (410) 220-6018
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Marisa Padeletti
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
Have you or your teen been struggling with anxious thoughts, school pressures, or your identity? Is it sometimes a struggle to get out of bed? These problems can be overwhelming to handle, and I am proud of you for taking the first steps towards healing. I am dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, judgment-free space. I specialize in working with children (9+), teens, and young adults. If you are someone who is ready to explore their journey of self-discovery, I would love to walk alongside you as you grow.
Have you or your teen been struggling with anxious thoughts, school pressures, or your identity? Is it sometimes a struggle to get out of bed? These problems can be overwhelming to handle, and I am proud of you for taking the first steps towards healing. I am dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, judgment-free space. I specialize in working with children (9+), teens, and young adults. If you are someone who is ready to explore their journey of self-discovery, I would love to walk alongside you as you grow.
(410) 927-1049 View (410) 927-1049
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Lee Anne Woomert
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
Dr. Woomert is a Licensed Psychologist who provides psychological assessment and therapeutic services. Evaluations are designed to bridge the gap between difficulties a young person faces and the services or interventions they need to reach their full potential. Dr. Woomert has extensive experience in collaborative assessment, which emphasizes the importance of your perspective and wisdom when it comes to the difficulties your child or family is experiencing. After an evaluation, families can expect to have a much clearer idea of their child's strengths and weaknesses, as well as how to move forward and improve their lives.
Dr. Woomert is a Licensed Psychologist who provides psychological assessment and therapeutic services. Evaluations are designed to bridge the gap between difficulties a young person faces and the services or interventions they need to reach their full potential. Dr. Woomert has extensive experience in collaborative assessment, which emphasizes the importance of your perspective and wisdom when it comes to the difficulties your child or family is experiencing. After an evaluation, families can expect to have a much clearer idea of their child's strengths and weaknesses, as well as how to move forward and improve their lives.
(443) 775-3475 View (443) 775-3475
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Katharine Steffes
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC-S
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401
Every family and child is different and I value the individualized approach when assessing what works best for each client.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who utilizes Cognitive Behavior Therapy techniques to help children, adolescents, as well as their families through difficult mental health situations. My focus is in anxiety, adjustment concerns, family struggles, ADHD, coping skills, and divorce. The treatment process is viewed from a collaborative as well as an individualized approach since everyone's input is valued and supported.
Every family and child is different and I value the individualized approach when assessing what works best for each client.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who utilizes Cognitive Behavior Therapy techniques to help children, adolescents, as well as their families through difficult mental health situations. My focus is in anxiety, adjustment concerns, family struggles, ADHD, coping skills, and divorce. The treatment process is viewed from a collaborative as well as an individualized approach since everyone's input is valued and supported.
(410) 264-1358 View (410) 264-1358
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Allen-Ayuk Behavioral Health Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401  (Online Only)
It is the mission of Allen-Ayuk Behavioral Health Center, Inc. (ABHC) to provide comprehensive outpatient mental health, psychotropic and PRP services to children, adolescents and adults with emotional and behavioral issues that impact their ability to function in their community. We will provide services that are therapeutic and age and culturally appropriate; rendered by individuals who are appropriately credentialed and privileged; and are capable of being delivered both on-and off-site.
It is the mission of Allen-Ayuk Behavioral Health Center, Inc. (ABHC) to provide comprehensive outpatient mental health, psychotropic and PRP services to children, adolescents and adults with emotional and behavioral issues that impact their ability to function in their community. We will provide services that are therapeutic and age and culturally appropriate; rendered by individuals who are appropriately credentialed and privileged; and are capable of being delivered both on-and off-site.
(443) 221-7866 View (443) 221-7866
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Mary Lesser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have a special interest in empowering women and children.
I utilize a wholistic approach to psychotherapy. I am interested in helping families heal from disagreement, emotional pain, trauma, loss and change through the use of individual, couples, family, and group therapy. I believe that each one of us has a strong inner voice that we need to find and connect with in order to be well. When difficult feelings surface, our energy or connection to ourselves and others can become weakened and we feel drained or blocked from living to our fullest potential. I am eclectic in my approach. I seek to assist clients to understand their true potential.
I have a special interest in empowering women and children.
I utilize a wholistic approach to psychotherapy. I am interested in helping families heal from disagreement, emotional pain, trauma, loss and change through the use of individual, couples, family, and group therapy. I believe that each one of us has a strong inner voice that we need to find and connect with in order to be well. When difficult feelings surface, our energy or connection to ourselves and others can become weakened and we feel drained or blocked from living to our fullest potential. I am eclectic in my approach. I seek to assist clients to understand their true potential.
(301) 852-6698 View (301) 852-6698
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Waypoint Wellness Center
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, MD, LCSW, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
Waypoint Wellness Center was founded in 2015 and offers individual, family, and couples psychotherapy as well as medication management in a welcoming, private practice setting. In addition, Waypoint offers psychological, neuropsychological, and psycho-educational testing. Our providers utilize evidence-based approaches such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) to provide therapy and medication management for children, adolescents, and adults. We have offices in Annapolis, Severna Park, and Linthicum and provide telehealth services.
Waypoint Wellness Center was founded in 2015 and offers individual, family, and couples psychotherapy as well as medication management in a welcoming, private practice setting. In addition, Waypoint offers psychological, neuropsychological, and psycho-educational testing. Our providers utilize evidence-based approaches such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) to provide therapy and medication management for children, adolescents, and adults. We have offices in Annapolis, Severna Park, and Linthicum and provide telehealth services.
(443) 981-2036 View (443) 981-2036
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Jodi Brown
Counselor, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21409  (Online Only)
Are you struggling to communicate with your significant other? Tired of power struggles with your teenager/ child? Do you want to lift the veil of depression and feel like you are able to enjoy time with your family again? Have you been feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, or stressed by obstacles at work? If you've been searching for support or answered "yes" to any of these questions, now is the time to reach out.
Are you struggling to communicate with your significant other? Tired of power struggles with your teenager/ child? Do you want to lift the veil of depression and feel like you are able to enjoy time with your family again? Have you been feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, or stressed by obstacles at work? If you've been searching for support or answered "yes" to any of these questions, now is the time to reach out.
(561) 910-4852 View (561) 910-4852
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W. R. Nay
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401  (Online Only)
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) believes that how you think determines how you feel and act when a situation with your spouse, child, friend or co-worker arises.
I am a professor (University of Illinois, currently: Georgetown Medical School) and in private practice. As a teacher of tools, skills and strategies, my clients quickly learn new, more effective behaviors to reduce discomfort and be more successful. My approach is not so much placing a label on people but in offering ideas for what they can DO NOW and in the future to learn and implement new successful behaviors. I enjoy working with mood, anxiety, anger and behavioral problems for all the ages. My approach is pragmatic, behavioral and usually is short-term to achieve well-defined results.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) believes that how you think determines how you feel and act when a situation with your spouse, child, friend or co-worker arises.
I am a professor (University of Illinois, currently: Georgetown Medical School) and in private practice. As a teacher of tools, skills and strategies, my clients quickly learn new, more effective behaviors to reduce discomfort and be more successful. My approach is not so much placing a label on people but in offering ideas for what they can DO NOW and in the future to learn and implement new successful behaviors. I enjoy working with mood, anxiety, anger and behavioral problems for all the ages. My approach is pragmatic, behavioral and usually is short-term to achieve well-defined results.
(703) 468-8142 View (703) 468-8142
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Teece Nowell Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, BCPC
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401
Working with young children is very rewarding because they enjoy exploring and playing.
Are you worried about your child? Do you feel at a loss as a parent? Is your relationship suffering? Does your family feel disconnected? Not sure what to do, where to turn? I work with kids in grades 1-5 who are struggling. Has your sweet loving 6 year old turned into a grumpy cranky brat, has your hard working focused 10 year old started not turning in homework, has your out going fun loving 8 year old stopped playing with friends and closed himself in his bedroom. Change is possible; together we can turn tough times into total triumphs.
Working with young children is very rewarding because they enjoy exploring and playing.
Are you worried about your child? Do you feel at a loss as a parent? Is your relationship suffering? Does your family feel disconnected? Not sure what to do, where to turn? I work with kids in grades 1-5 who are struggling. Has your sweet loving 6 year old turned into a grumpy cranky brat, has your hard working focused 10 year old started not turning in homework, has your out going fun loving 8 year old stopped playing with friends and closed himself in his bedroom. Change is possible; together we can turn tough times into total triumphs.
(410) 927-5746 View (410) 927-5746
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Nicole Baumgartner
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
I work with individuals and families, specializing in work with children and adolescents.
You're looking for someone to help you or your loved one through a difficult time...and this is the first step! It is incredibly important to find a therapist that will be a good fit. I can provide a nonjudgmental, caring, and supportive therapeutic environment for you to grow in while we work through the issues that may be causing you, or someone you care about, discomfort or distress.
I work with individuals and families, specializing in work with children and adolescents.
You're looking for someone to help you or your loved one through a difficult time...and this is the first step! It is incredibly important to find a therapist that will be a good fit. I can provide a nonjudgmental, caring, and supportive therapeutic environment for you to grow in while we work through the issues that may be causing you, or someone you care about, discomfort or distress.
(410) 696-5915 View (410) 696-5915
Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Annapolis, MD 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 Annapolis 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.