Child Therapists in Frederick, MD
Allison Griffin, LCSW-C, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
I specialize in working with adults, children, & adolescents who suffer from Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorders, behavioral concerns, & parenting issues.
Life can bring us many ups and downs, which often leaves us feeling confused, overwhelmed and out of control. I believe you have an ability to identify solutions to your problems, but may have become stuck. I will assist you to identify your strengths and work on your personal goals, to feel empowered and move forward in your life. Through a collaborative approach I use a strengths-based approach using cognitive behavior techniques,mindfulness,and play therapy with children. I provide a safe and confidential setting where you feel understood and validated.
I specialize in working with adults, children, & adolescents who suffer from Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorders, behavioral concerns, & parenting issues.
Life can bring us many ups and downs, which often leaves us feeling confused, overwhelmed and out of control. I believe you have an ability to identify solutions to your problems, but may have become stuck. I will assist you to identify your strengths and work on your personal goals, to feel empowered and move forward in your life. Through a collaborative approach I use a strengths-based approach using cognitive behavior techniques,mindfulness,and play therapy with children. I provide a safe and confidential setting where you feel understood and validated.
Treatment Options include: Individual Child and Adult Trauma Therapy, Marital and Family Therapy, Dissociative Integration, Corrective Attachment Therapy, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, Child Centered Play Therapy, Filial Therapy, Adult and Child EMDR, Therapeutic Parenting, Emotional Freedom Technique.
With nearly 20 years' experience in the mental health field, I have a wealth of experience treating adults and children through a wide host of challenges. Whether your distress has been long lasting or caused by a recent event, we will work together to identify, understand, and overcome what is holding you back from your desired life experience. The most important factor in a successful therapy outcome is the client/therapist relationship. I believe you will find me to be a welcoming, knowledgeable, light hearted, and down to earth.
Treatment Options include: Individual Child and Adult Trauma Therapy, Marital and Family Therapy, Dissociative Integration, Corrective Attachment Therapy, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, Child Centered Play Therapy, Filial Therapy, Adult and Child EMDR, Therapeutic Parenting, Emotional Freedom Technique.
With nearly 20 years' experience in the mental health field, I have a wealth of experience treating adults and children through a wide host of challenges. Whether your distress has been long lasting or caused by a recent event, we will work together to identify, understand, and overcome what is holding you back from your desired life experience. The most important factor in a successful therapy outcome is the client/therapist relationship. I believe you will find me to be a welcoming, knowledgeable, light hearted, and down to earth.
Hello, my name is Meghan! I have over 10 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, having earned my Master's in Pastoral Counseling in 2009. I provide individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. My extensive clinical experience includes working with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief and loss, trauma, attention deficit disorder, PANDAS/PANS, self-esteem issues, and spiritual concerns. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming environment where we can collaborate to foster self-awareness, self-care, and gain insight into your current issues.
Hello, my name is Meghan! I have over 10 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, having earned my Master's in Pastoral Counseling in 2009. I provide individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. My extensive clinical experience includes working with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief and loss, trauma, attention deficit disorder, PANDAS/PANS, self-esteem issues, and spiritual concerns. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming environment where we can collaborate to foster self-awareness, self-care, and gain insight into your current issues.
Victoria Wachter Seward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21701
Waitlist for new clients
In my large playroom I do Play Therapy tailored to each child.
For the past 16 yrs I've worked primarily with children & adolescents* on the autism spectrum. Of course working with children means working with parents; partnering with parents is essential so that the progress we make in sessions carries over to everyday family life. There is nothing better than finding the "secret" to reaching a child and seeing them blossom before your eyes. It might not happen overnight, but believe me, it happens. To make the most progress, children should begin therapy as early as possible. * I can see adult clients and couples, wkdays between 11 am - 2 pm.
In my large playroom I do Play Therapy tailored to each child.
For the past 16 yrs I've worked primarily with children & adolescents* on the autism spectrum. Of course working with children means working with parents; partnering with parents is essential so that the progress we make in sessions carries over to everyday family life. There is nothing better than finding the "secret" to reaching a child and seeing them blossom before your eyes. It might not happen overnight, but believe me, it happens. To make the most progress, children should begin therapy as early as possible. * I can see adult clients and couples, wkdays between 11 am - 2 pm.
When needed, I also work with parents and other individuals involved in the child's life by providing support, coping skills, and new ideas to help manage the difficulties the child is experiencing.
My ability to easily relate with and connect to children and teens provides them with a comfortable space in which they can express themselves.
Working with individuals and families is my passion. I believe that each child is an individual with individual needs; therefore, each treatment plan is customized to meet the unique needs of your child and family. My goal is to help children and families learn the skills necessary to have healthy, happy lives.
When needed, I also work with parents and other individuals involved in the child's life by providing support, coping skills, and new ideas to help manage the difficulties the child is experiencing.
My ability to easily relate with and connect to children and teens provides them with a comfortable space in which they can express themselves.
Working with individuals and families is my passion. I believe that each child is an individual with individual needs; therefore, each treatment plan is customized to meet the unique needs of your child and family. My goal is to help children and families learn the skills necessary to have healthy, happy lives.
Kristine Boehmer
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Waitlist for new clients
Every day, we hear that our children are struggling. They’re overwhelmed by worry, sadness, anger, and stress. We see them tumble and spiral down a path of unhealthy choices and disconnection from their families. Parents become paralyzed by the fear of doing something wrong. They’re afraid of causing another door-slamming anger outburst but are tormented by the potential consequences of not doing anything at all. They’re left confused by how upset their teens get when their Snapstreaks get interrupted or a round of Fortnite is lost.
Every day, we hear that our children are struggling. They’re overwhelmed by worry, sadness, anger, and stress. We see them tumble and spiral down a path of unhealthy choices and disconnection from their families. Parents become paralyzed by the fear of doing something wrong. They’re afraid of causing another door-slamming anger outburst but are tormented by the potential consequences of not doing anything at all. They’re left confused by how upset their teens get when their Snapstreaks get interrupted or a round of Fortnite is lost.
Tara High
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, C-SSWS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families.
There are times in life when our experiences can leave us feeling isolated, anxious, unloved, and questioning whether we are “good enough”. We may struggle to trust others or the world around us; doubting, hating, hurting or numbing ourselves in an attempt to alleviate pain. As a therapist , my goal is to help each of my clients feel as comfortable and safe as possible, in a trusting, and supportive environment.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families.
There are times in life when our experiences can leave us feeling isolated, anxious, unloved, and questioning whether we are “good enough”. We may struggle to trust others or the world around us; doubting, hating, hurting or numbing ourselves in an attempt to alleviate pain. As a therapist , my goal is to help each of my clients feel as comfortable and safe as possible, in a trusting, and supportive environment.
Jenny Grey
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
I have specific interest in treating troubled adolescents, adults, famililies and couple's. I have a wealth of experience relating to anxiety, ADHD, behavioral problems in children and adolescents, depression, trauma work, mood disorders, survivors of abuse/neglect and much more. The ideal client would be one who is motivated to explore self process in efforts to help propel themselves forward to a more fulfilling way of being.
I have specific interest in treating troubled adolescents, adults, famililies and couple's. I have a wealth of experience relating to anxiety, ADHD, behavioral problems in children and adolescents, depression, trauma work, mood disorders, survivors of abuse/neglect and much more. The ideal client would be one who is motivated to explore self process in efforts to help propel themselves forward to a more fulfilling way of being.
My areas of expertise include working with children and adolescents, particularly those experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder,and general behavior difficulties.
I received my PhD in both Clinical and School Psychology and worked for 2 years as a School Psychologist on the Eastern Shore before starting my private practice.
My clinical training is in cognitive and behavior therapy. I help adolescents develop positive problem solving skills, which replace their current negative ways of coping.
I also counsel adults with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, survivors of abuse, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.
My areas of expertise include working with children and adolescents, particularly those experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder,and general behavior difficulties.
I received my PhD in both Clinical and School Psychology and worked for 2 years as a School Psychologist on the Eastern Shore before starting my private practice.
My clinical training is in cognitive and behavior therapy. I help adolescents develop positive problem solving skills, which replace their current negative ways of coping.
I also counsel adults with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, survivors of abuse, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.
Aaron is a licensed psychologist. He and his daughters have moved from sunny Southern California to the community of Frederick with the intent to again practice in close community. He graduated with degrees in both Psychology and Biblical Literature from Azusa Pacific University, earned advanced degrees in psychology and clinical psychology from Marymount University and the American School of Professional Psychology, and has pursued advanced training in applied behavioral analysis, a modality well-suited to the treatment of children and adolescents.
Aaron is a licensed psychologist. He and his daughters have moved from sunny Southern California to the community of Frederick with the intent to again practice in close community. He graduated with degrees in both Psychology and Biblical Literature from Azusa Pacific University, earned advanced degrees in psychology and clinical psychology from Marymount University and the American School of Professional Psychology, and has pursued advanced training in applied behavioral analysis, a modality well-suited to the treatment of children and adolescents.
Is your adolescent struggling with making good choices, experiencing anxiety, being bullied, or simply not thriving? When children enter school they may be exposed to new peer pressures, academic demands or uncertainty in their environment. Children tend to withdraw or demonstrate behavior changes when they are faced with challenges they don't know how to navigate. Parents often struggle with how to best support their child. This is where counseling for children, teens and college students can provide guidance in supporting a child's social, emotional and academic growth. Having a neutral adult relationship in their lives can help!
Is your adolescent struggling with making good choices, experiencing anxiety, being bullied, or simply not thriving? When children enter school they may be exposed to new peer pressures, academic demands or uncertainty in their environment. Children tend to withdraw or demonstrate behavior changes when they are faced with challenges they don't know how to navigate. Parents often struggle with how to best support their child. This is where counseling for children, teens and college students can provide guidance in supporting a child's social, emotional and academic growth. Having a neutral adult relationship in their lives can help!
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Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Is your child struggling with expressing themselves, throwing excessive temper tantrums, having trouble getting along with others or have they experienced a traumatic event? Are you struggling with how to best help your child? With 14 years of experience specializing in childhood mental health disorders like Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Disruptive behavior disorder and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, I am here to help. I strive to provide a warm, accepting and safe place for my clients and their families during their journey of growth and healing.
Is your child struggling with expressing themselves, throwing excessive temper tantrums, having trouble getting along with others or have they experienced a traumatic event? Are you struggling with how to best help your child? With 14 years of experience specializing in childhood mental health disorders like Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Disruptive behavior disorder and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, I am here to help. I strive to provide a warm, accepting and safe place for my clients and their families during their journey of growth and healing.
Kathleen 'katie' Plant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21704
Is your family going through a transition? Is your child going through a tough time? Are emotions hard for them to address and process? I'm here to guide your child and your family and help bring a calming ease into your home. I'm here to work with your child and with you to work through obstacles, conflict, and emotional dysregulations.
Is your family going through a transition? Is your child going through a tough time? Are emotions hard for them to address and process? I'm here to guide your child and your family and help bring a calming ease into your home. I'm here to work with your child and with you to work through obstacles, conflict, and emotional dysregulations.
I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, and families through art therapy because of the impact of art-making on my life and wellness. In my practice, I aim to offer a glimpse of hope for struggling families and help guide them towards practices and patterns that bring light to their lives. I aim to create a safe, accepting, and supportive space for all of my clients; especially those that find it difficult to talk about certain feelings and experiences.
I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, and families through art therapy because of the impact of art-making on my life and wellness. In my practice, I aim to offer a glimpse of hope for struggling families and help guide them towards practices and patterns that bring light to their lives. I aim to create a safe, accepting, and supportive space for all of my clients; especially those that find it difficult to talk about certain feelings and experiences.
Kirsten K. Holste
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Are you often overwhelmed and perplexed by your child’s behavior? Do you feel at times that you and your child lack the necessary tools to communicate and thrive? Being a parent and a child in today’s day is no easy feat. Feeling supported and having the necessary roadmap is key. Everyday as adults we face a variety of challenges that can often seem overwhelming, exhausting, and frustrating. Children and teens are not exempt from these feelings or struggles and can often act out in confusing and overwhelming ways when they are trying to cope and communicate.
Are you often overwhelmed and perplexed by your child’s behavior? Do you feel at times that you and your child lack the necessary tools to communicate and thrive? Being a parent and a child in today’s day is no easy feat. Feeling supported and having the necessary roadmap is key. Everyday as adults we face a variety of challenges that can often seem overwhelming, exhausting, and frustrating. Children and teens are not exempt from these feelings or struggles and can often act out in confusing and overwhelming ways when they are trying to cope and communicate.
Vanessa Durrant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LCSW, RMT, RYT-
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Are you or your child struggling at home, school, work, or in peer relationships? I specialize in helping people heal from any difficult situation, experience, or trauma. I'm here to support you into new insights and get you unstuck. I work with children, teens, and adults who are looking to find integrative and holistic methods to real mind-body healing. Anxiety, trauma, depression, perfectionism, grief, and life transitions. Together we will make sure that you take charge of your life in a way that helps you thrive. I especially love to blend ancient healing approaches with modern therapies for true somatic based healing.
Are you or your child struggling at home, school, work, or in peer relationships? I specialize in helping people heal from any difficult situation, experience, or trauma. I'm here to support you into new insights and get you unstuck. I work with children, teens, and adults who are looking to find integrative and holistic methods to real mind-body healing. Anxiety, trauma, depression, perfectionism, grief, and life transitions. Together we will make sure that you take charge of your life in a way that helps you thrive. I especially love to blend ancient healing approaches with modern therapies for true somatic based healing.
Do you feel like you are struggling to understand your child? Perhaps your child is struggling at home, school, or other social environments? I specialize in helping children find their voice to effectively communicate and help bridge the parent child relationship. Parenting doesn't come with an instruction manual and can often become overwhelming. Through our work together I can help build the confidence needed to navigate the difficult situations often faced by both children and parents today. I connect with children by using play therapy, expressive arts, and other developmentally appropriate interventions.
Do you feel like you are struggling to understand your child? Perhaps your child is struggling at home, school, or other social environments? I specialize in helping children find their voice to effectively communicate and help bridge the parent child relationship. Parenting doesn't come with an instruction manual and can often become overwhelming. Through our work together I can help build the confidence needed to navigate the difficult situations often faced by both children and parents today. I connect with children by using play therapy, expressive arts, and other developmentally appropriate interventions.
'Courage does not always roar. Sometimes, courage is that quiet voice at the end of the day saying, 'I will try again tomorrow.' Dealing with life's challenges requires a great amount of strength and courage. Whether for you or your child, sometimes the most courageous act of all is asking for someone to help you during the difficult times. My hope is to be this person for you as your therapist. Collaborating together in a non-judgmental environment, I will work to provide you with the support, empathy, and tools needed to take those first steps towards change.
'Courage does not always roar. Sometimes, courage is that quiet voice at the end of the day saying, 'I will try again tomorrow.' Dealing with life's challenges requires a great amount of strength and courage. Whether for you or your child, sometimes the most courageous act of all is asking for someone to help you during the difficult times. My hope is to be this person for you as your therapist. Collaborating together in a non-judgmental environment, I will work to provide you with the support, empathy, and tools needed to take those first steps towards change.
Melissa Herbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C, LCISW
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21701
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & have worked in a variety of settings, some of which include, juvenile probation, child welfare/DSS, crisis services/community mental health, & school-based, in-home & outpatient therapy.
Life is hard. It is even harder when we try to go it alone and/or feel we have no other option. Although it's scary to meet and share about things that have often been buried for what feels like forever (or actually has been), change comes when being 'miserably comfortable' is no longer an option. My ideal clients are individuals who are motivated to create change by doing the hard work of looking within to create the lives they truly desire.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & have worked in a variety of settings, some of which include, juvenile probation, child welfare/DSS, crisis services/community mental health, & school-based, in-home & outpatient therapy.
Life is hard. It is even harder when we try to go it alone and/or feel we have no other option. Although it's scary to meet and share about things that have often been buried for what feels like forever (or actually has been), change comes when being 'miserably comfortable' is no longer an option. My ideal clients are individuals who are motivated to create change by doing the hard work of looking within to create the lives they truly desire.
Rebecca O'Neill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21703 (Online Only)
For parents, the journey of raising a child with special needs, psychiatric challenges, or neurodiverse traits can feel isolating and daunting.
I specialize in supporting children with anxiety, depression, and the unique challenges of neurodiversity, while simultaneously providing their parents with the understanding and tools they need to foster a supportive, nurturing environment at home. Watching your child struggle with these challenges can leave you feeling helpless, searching for ways to help them feel safer, understood, and happier in their own skin. I'm here to extend a compassionate hand to your child, helping them navigate their feelings and the world around them with more ease and confidence.
For parents, the journey of raising a child with special needs, psychiatric challenges, or neurodiverse traits can feel isolating and daunting.
I specialize in supporting children with anxiety, depression, and the unique challenges of neurodiversity, while simultaneously providing their parents with the understanding and tools they need to foster a supportive, nurturing environment at home. Watching your child struggle with these challenges can leave you feeling helpless, searching for ways to help them feel safer, understood, and happier in their own skin. I'm here to extend a compassionate hand to your child, helping them navigate their feelings and the world around them with more ease and confidence.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Frederick, 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 Frederick 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 Frederick 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.