Toddler Therapists in Hunt Valley, MD
Coming alongside parents and guardians to develop resilience in children and adolescents is an important part of my professional work. There are many challenges they face each and every day, at school, home, the community and in the growing world of technology. I believe it is important to provide skills such as problem solving, decision making, self advocacy while also processing and healing from distressing experiences. My work in both schools and clinical has given me a unique perspective in how to empower and develop confident kids.
Coming alongside parents and guardians to develop resilience in children and adolescents is an important part of my professional work. There are many challenges they face each and every day, at school, home, the community and in the growing world of technology. I believe it is important to provide skills such as problem solving, decision making, self advocacy while also processing and healing from distressing experiences. My work in both schools and clinical has given me a unique perspective in how to empower and develop confident kids.
Dr. Caroline DuCoin, the founder and CEO of the Center for Family and Behavioral Health (CFBH), is a clinical psychologist who has devoted her training and career to mental health treatment and the highest standards of care for children, adolescents, and their families. Prior to founding CFBH, Dr. DuCoin was a supervising psychologist at the Kennedy Krieger Institute where she supervised postdoctoral fellows, doctoral interns, and advanced doctoral students. She has supervised over 70 Ph.D. level clinical psychology trainees and served as the attending and supervising psychologist of over 2,000 patients.
Dr. Caroline DuCoin, the founder and CEO of the Center for Family and Behavioral Health (CFBH), is a clinical psychologist who has devoted her training and career to mental health treatment and the highest standards of care for children, adolescents, and their families. Prior to founding CFBH, Dr. DuCoin was a supervising psychologist at the Kennedy Krieger Institute where she supervised postdoctoral fellows, doctoral interns, and advanced doctoral students. She has supervised over 70 Ph.D. level clinical psychology trainees and served as the attending and supervising psychologist of over 2,000 patients.
Are you looking for Couples Counseling? Do you feel overwhelmed or stressed? Are you in a difficult relationship? Are you piecing things together after infidelity? Are there areas in your life you want to live differently? Internal and external stressors can disrupt life and cause feelings of anxiety, depression, anger and confusion. Sometimes it can be tough to see a way out or to even envision the path you thought you were on. Finding someone who understands is important. Gretchen Forbes welcomes your call and looks forward to helping you.
Are you looking for Couples Counseling? Do you feel overwhelmed or stressed? Are you in a difficult relationship? Are you piecing things together after infidelity? Are there areas in your life you want to live differently? Internal and external stressors can disrupt life and cause feelings of anxiety, depression, anger and confusion. Sometimes it can be tough to see a way out or to even envision the path you thought you were on. Finding someone who understands is important. Gretchen Forbes welcomes your call and looks forward to helping you.
Dr. H. DiNardo: Psychodynamic Individual Treatment
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD/MFT, LCSW-C, MSW
Verified Verified
Hunt Valley, MD 21031
To Schedule An Initial Appointment, Please E-Mail. I'm an experienced individual psychotherapist, having worked in numerous outpatient and inpatient settings. I've been in private practice for many years now, and believe a therapist needs to have a sound practical understanding of human behavior and psychological difficulties. Therapy is about understanding one's life, problem symptoms and causes, and working towards greater health. I work with patients of all ages. I'm also familiar with the unique issues often relevant to men's development and treatment.
To Schedule An Initial Appointment, Please E-Mail. I'm an experienced individual psychotherapist, having worked in numerous outpatient and inpatient settings. I've been in private practice for many years now, and believe a therapist needs to have a sound practical understanding of human behavior and psychological difficulties. Therapy is about understanding one's life, problem symptoms and causes, and working towards greater health. I work with patients of all ages. I'm also familiar with the unique issues often relevant to men's development and treatment.
"I need help!" are such simple words, yet the most difficult thing for us to ask for. Why do we succumb to the "I'm a terrible person, parent, partner," and other self-loathing tapes that play repeatedly in our minds? Through our work together, I'm hopeful that peace and balance can be readily experienced. For over 15 years, I've partnered with many individuals and families to resolve the chaos that consumes our lives. Through our partnership, we'll create an individual treatment plan to meet your personal or family's goals. Call me today to start this exciting new journey.
"I need help!" are such simple words, yet the most difficult thing for us to ask for. Why do we succumb to the "I'm a terrible person, parent, partner," and other self-loathing tapes that play repeatedly in our minds? Through our work together, I'm hopeful that peace and balance can be readily experienced. For over 15 years, I've partnered with many individuals and families to resolve the chaos that consumes our lives. Through our partnership, we'll create an individual treatment plan to meet your personal or family's goals. Call me today to start this exciting new journey.
Dr. Andrea Goddard, the Clinical Director of the Center for Family and Behavioral Health (CBFH), devoted her career to providing psychological services to children, adolescents, adults, families and couples with a wide range of mental health and family relationship concerns. Dr. Goddard’s specialties include anxiety, ADHD, adjustment challenges, anger/aggression, bipolar disorder, depression, disruptive behavior, gender identity/questioning, noncompliance, OCD, tics, Tourette's, trauma, and family and couple relationship difficulties. Her approach is collaborative and she views clients as equal partners in the treatment process.
Dr. Andrea Goddard, the Clinical Director of the Center for Family and Behavioral Health (CBFH), devoted her career to providing psychological services to children, adolescents, adults, families and couples with a wide range of mental health and family relationship concerns. Dr. Goddard’s specialties include anxiety, ADHD, adjustment challenges, anger/aggression, bipolar disorder, depression, disruptive behavior, gender identity/questioning, noncompliance, OCD, tics, Tourette's, trauma, and family and couple relationship difficulties. Her approach is collaborative and she views clients as equal partners in the treatment process.
Heather Mae Stackus
Counselor, MEd, LCPC, NCC, NCSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hunt Valley, MD 21030 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with children! I do see adults, families, and couples to help strengthen parenting skills, boundary setting, communication, decision making, and behavioral management. I assist with the development of emotional intelligence including self-awareness, self-regulation, social skills, and empathy for others. I see ages 3+. I offer reunification therapy and family counseling for high conflict cases.
I specialize in working with children! I do see adults, families, and couples to help strengthen parenting skills, boundary setting, communication, decision making, and behavioral management. I assist with the development of emotional intelligence including self-awareness, self-regulation, social skills, and empathy for others. I see ages 3+. I offer reunification therapy and family counseling for high conflict cases.
Summit Counseling Group
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Hunt Valley, MD 21031
Are you trying to cope with a difficult situation or relationship, but the emotions sometimes feel overwhelming and you’re not sure what to do? Are you stressed about family issues, work, or your quality of life? Are you striving to do your best, but nothing is working? Are you being hard on yourself and believing that’s the only way to get motivated? Maybe there has been a transition or change in your life recently and it’s thrown you off course. Old feelings of unworthiness and doubt are bubbling up again. You feel confused and have lost direction. Life doesn’t feel as good as it once did and you know it could be better.
Are you trying to cope with a difficult situation or relationship, but the emotions sometimes feel overwhelming and you’re not sure what to do? Are you stressed about family issues, work, or your quality of life? Are you striving to do your best, but nothing is working? Are you being hard on yourself and believing that’s the only way to get motivated? Maybe there has been a transition or change in your life recently and it’s thrown you off course. Old feelings of unworthiness and doubt are bubbling up again. You feel confused and have lost direction. Life doesn’t feel as good as it once did and you know it could be better.
Heather M Stackus
Counselor, MEd, LCPC, NCC, NCSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hunt Valley, MD 21030 (Online Only)
I work with children, adults, families, and couples. I work to help strengthen the development of parenting skills, boundary setting, communication, decision making and behavioral management. I assist with the development of emotional intelligence including self-awareness, self-regulation, social skills, and empathy for others. For children, I see ages 3+.
I work with children, adults, families, and couples. I work to help strengthen the development of parenting skills, boundary setting, communication, decision making and behavioral management. I assist with the development of emotional intelligence including self-awareness, self-regulation, social skills, and empathy for others. For children, I see ages 3+.
Chelsea Goody
Counselor, BS, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hunt Valley, MD 21030 (Online Only)
Chelsea specializes in working with individuals with Anxiety Spectrum Disorders including Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, Specific Phobias, Hoarding Disorder, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in addition to many other diagnoses. Chelsea has extensive experience working with young children, adolescents, and adults and works to individualize treatment to fit the needs of each unique client.
Chelsea specializes in working with individuals with Anxiety Spectrum Disorders including Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, Specific Phobias, Hoarding Disorder, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in addition to many other diagnoses. Chelsea has extensive experience working with young children, adolescents, and adults and works to individualize treatment to fit the needs of each unique client.
Do you find that you or your child are easily overwhelmed and have a hard time managing responsibilities? Are you or your child frequently worried and feel it’s impacting your happiness? Do you or your child struggle with guilt and self-acceptance? Many people struggle to deal with big emotions and express them in healthy ways. I have the tools to help you navigate these challenges and learn to better understand and cope with difficult feelings and situations.
Do you find that you or your child are easily overwhelmed and have a hard time managing responsibilities? Are you or your child frequently worried and feel it’s impacting your happiness? Do you or your child struggle with guilt and self-acceptance? Many people struggle to deal with big emotions and express them in healthy ways. I have the tools to help you navigate these challenges and learn to better understand and cope with difficult feelings and situations.
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Choosing a counselor with whom you entrust your story and reaching out to schedule an initial therapy session can be intimidating. My priority is to create a safe, non-judgmental space to hear and understand what's important to you. I provide a creative therapeutic approach to meet individuals' specific goals. I incorporate psychodynamic, attachment, mind-body and trauma-informed techniques with expertise in trauma and play based treatment models. The intention behind my work is to help clients strengthen coping skills, build emotional self-awareness, foster healthy relationships and process the impact of life transitions and trauma
Choosing a counselor with whom you entrust your story and reaching out to schedule an initial therapy session can be intimidating. My priority is to create a safe, non-judgmental space to hear and understand what's important to you. I provide a creative therapeutic approach to meet individuals' specific goals. I incorporate psychodynamic, attachment, mind-body and trauma-informed techniques with expertise in trauma and play based treatment models. The intention behind my work is to help clients strengthen coping skills, build emotional self-awareness, foster healthy relationships and process the impact of life transitions and trauma
Making the choice to see a mental health professional is a wonderful first step. It comes with an acknowledgment that something might be holding you back from living your life fully to feel happier and to achieve your goals. Perhaps you want to see a therapist because you are experiencing anxiety, grief, or relationship issues that prevent you from feeling fulfilled. Maybe you are experiencing a transition in your life that feels stressful. You may want to explore how to make a change in your life. I can help you wherever you are in your journey.
Making the choice to see a mental health professional is a wonderful first step. It comes with an acknowledgment that something might be holding you back from living your life fully to feel happier and to achieve your goals. Perhaps you want to see a therapist because you are experiencing anxiety, grief, or relationship issues that prevent you from feeling fulfilled. Maybe you are experiencing a transition in your life that feels stressful. You may want to explore how to make a change in your life. I can help you wherever you are in your journey.
Erin McWilliams - Counseling On Call Llc
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cockeysville, MD 21031
Hello, I'm Erin! I'm glad you found me. It’s an honor to help my clients self-actualize through direct and indirect exploration of their history, thoughts, feelings, and belief systems. I tailor my approach to each individual, but believe that radical honesty and unconditional regard are the foundation of real transformation. I am happy to work with clients from all backgrounds. I have lived experience in the LGBTQ and polyamory/ethical non-monogamy communities and especially enjoy working with these populations.
Hello, I'm Erin! I'm glad you found me. It’s an honor to help my clients self-actualize through direct and indirect exploration of their history, thoughts, feelings, and belief systems. I tailor my approach to each individual, but believe that radical honesty and unconditional regard are the foundation of real transformation. I am happy to work with clients from all backgrounds. I have lived experience in the LGBTQ and polyamory/ethical non-monogamy communities and especially enjoy working with these populations.
Kristy Leone
Art Therapist, LCPC, LCPAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cockeysville Hunt Valley, MD 21065
Imagine your mental health as a garden—what would it currently look like? Are there overgrown weeds taking up too much space, symbolizing past traumas or emotional blocks that stifle your growth? Perhaps delicate seeds, representing unexplored aspects of your inner world, are struggling to break through the surface. Just as a gardener carefully tends to their plants, nurturing your inner child is essential for fostering a vibrant and balanced inner landscape. I am an art therapist, artist, and outdoor walk-and-talk therapy enthusiast, specializing in providing clients with care through creative expression, nature, and movement!
Imagine your mental health as a garden—what would it currently look like? Are there overgrown weeds taking up too much space, symbolizing past traumas or emotional blocks that stifle your growth? Perhaps delicate seeds, representing unexplored aspects of your inner world, are struggling to break through the surface. Just as a gardener carefully tends to their plants, nurturing your inner child is essential for fostering a vibrant and balanced inner landscape. I am an art therapist, artist, and outdoor walk-and-talk therapy enthusiast, specializing in providing clients with care through creative expression, nature, and movement!
I'm a clinical psychologist who has been treating children, adolescents and young adults in the Baltimore area for the past 14 years. I specializes in the treatment of anxiety and depression, repetitive behavior disorders, ADHD/executive functioning deficits, sleep problems (CBT-I), and adherence and adjustment problems related to chronic medical conditions.
I'm a clinical psychologist who has been treating children, adolescents and young adults in the Baltimore area for the past 14 years. I specializes in the treatment of anxiety and depression, repetitive behavior disorders, ADHD/executive functioning deficits, sleep problems (CBT-I), and adherence and adjustment problems related to chronic medical conditions.
UMEED Center for Healing Relationships, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Timonium, MD 21093 (Online Only)
The word "umeed" drives from the Urdu language meaning "hope." At Umeed Center for Healing Relationships, hope is at the core of our healing (process). Under the clinical direction of Dr. Misbha E. Qureshi, you will receive exceptional care as it pertains to your emotional and psychological needs. Dr. Qureshi received her Master's and PhD in Couple and Family Therapy. She has over 16 years of clinical experience in the behavioral health system, providing psychiatric treatment to diverse communities. Her areas of expertise include cultural diversity, social justice, trauma/abuse, parent-child attachments, and relational healing.
The word "umeed" drives from the Urdu language meaning "hope." At Umeed Center for Healing Relationships, hope is at the core of our healing (process). Under the clinical direction of Dr. Misbha E. Qureshi, you will receive exceptional care as it pertains to your emotional and psychological needs. Dr. Qureshi received her Master's and PhD in Couple and Family Therapy. She has over 16 years of clinical experience in the behavioral health system, providing psychiatric treatment to diverse communities. Her areas of expertise include cultural diversity, social justice, trauma/abuse, parent-child attachments, and relational healing.
No childhood is perfect. Growing up can be an exciting and beautiful experience at times, but it is also hard work- and it can really be a lot to feel! How do we help our children grow to be as happy and confident as possible in this complicated world? How can we help them relate in a healthy way to the full range of emotions that come with a meaningful life? Parents have an important and challenging job to do. Every child is unique. Our children sometimes unknowingly stand on the bruises of our own childhood or adulthood in ways that can surprise and confuse us.
No childhood is perfect. Growing up can be an exciting and beautiful experience at times, but it is also hard work- and it can really be a lot to feel! How do we help our children grow to be as happy and confident as possible in this complicated world? How can we help them relate in a healthy way to the full range of emotions that come with a meaningful life? Parents have an important and challenging job to do. Every child is unique. Our children sometimes unknowingly stand on the bruises of our own childhood or adulthood in ways that can surprise and confuse us.
Dr. Scarborough is a licensed clinical psychologist and board certified pediatric neuropsychologist who provides comprehensive neuropsychological/psychological evaluation services for children, adolescents, and young adults. Evaluations are aimed at identifying your child's unique pattern of thinking including their cognitive strengths and weaknesses which will ultimately guide treatment recommendations. After an evaluation, families will have gained a better understanding of their child's cognitive functioning and the necessary tools needed to best support their child in turn helping them reach their full potential.
Dr. Scarborough is a licensed clinical psychologist and board certified pediatric neuropsychologist who provides comprehensive neuropsychological/psychological evaluation services for children, adolescents, and young adults. Evaluations are aimed at identifying your child's unique pattern of thinking including their cognitive strengths and weaknesses which will ultimately guide treatment recommendations. After an evaluation, families will have gained a better understanding of their child's cognitive functioning and the necessary tools needed to best support their child in turn helping them reach their full potential.
My experiences include working with individuals who are trauma survivors and individuals struggling with mood disorders, depression; anxiety; self-harm; LGBTQ+ and gender orientation; grief/loss; disordered eating behaviors; self esteem/body image difficulties; dysfunctional family dynamics; peer relationships and social skills challenges.
My experiences include working with individuals who are trauma survivors and individuals struggling with mood disorders, depression; anxiety; self-harm; LGBTQ+ and gender orientation; grief/loss; disordered eating behaviors; self esteem/body image difficulties; dysfunctional family dynamics; peer relationships and social skills challenges.
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Toddler Therapists
What are the behavioral signs indicating a toddler might need counseling?
Common behavioral signs that a child may need counseling include high levels of emotional distress or anxiety, learning challenges, interpersonal conflict, anger, or social withdrawal. Any drastic changes in toddler behavior or self-esteem can be indicative that a child may benefit from therapy. Seeing a therapist at the early stages of any behavioral changes can be most impactful on behavior, as well as helpful to caregivers who may receive guidance on what symptoms to look for in their child in the future, even if therapy is not warranted at that time.
Can a two-year-old see a psychologist?
Children and adults of all ages can see psychologists and other forms of mental health professionals, such as counselors, psychiatrists, and social workers. Families seeking therapy for their toddler should just be aware that any guidance they seek should come from a professional who has specific experience working with young children, as well as the specific modalities that are appropriate for young children, such as play therapy.
What is the most effective type of therapy for toddlers and preschoolers?
In general, play therapy is the most effective and common form of therapy for young children. Play therapy helps facilitate behavior change by offering an age-appropriate way for children to express their emotions and develop more effective coping strategies. Toddlers with specific concerns may benefit from more specialized forms of therapy, such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for toddlers in families in which there is significant parent-child relational conflict.
What happens during therapy sessions for toddlers?
What occurs in therapy sessions for toddlers depends on the therapeutic approach being used by the therapist. Most toddler therapists will use some form of play therapy in sessions to encourage toddler engagement. In play therapy sessions, children are encouraged to use toys within the therapy setting to express their emotions; subsequent responses by the therapist and/or family members can help guide toddler behavior and behavior change. Toddler therapy sessions can also involve family therapy or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which can help improve parenting behaviors and reduce strain on families.