Child Therapists in Riviera Beach, MD
Cynthia Forker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Riviera Beach, MD 21122 (Online Only)
I enjoy assisting people develop insight and practical strategies to improve the quality of their relationship with themselves and with those that they spend the majority of their time with. I have worked with children , adolescents, adults, couples and families and can adapt my methods to meet many needs. I provide other professionals supervision and training to enhance client care. I am equipped to address trauma, loss, anxiety and depression. I have raised a family of my own, lived in rural communities, intercity communities and internationally, enabling me to develop a broad understanding of our universal human condition.
I enjoy assisting people develop insight and practical strategies to improve the quality of their relationship with themselves and with those that they spend the majority of their time with. I have worked with children , adolescents, adults, couples and families and can adapt my methods to meet many needs. I provide other professionals supervision and training to enhance client care. I am equipped to address trauma, loss, anxiety and depression. I have raised a family of my own, lived in rural communities, intercity communities and internationally, enabling me to develop a broad understanding of our universal human condition.
Libby has 30 plus years as an experienced therapist providing counseling services to children, teenagers, women, couples and families. She is trained to work with marriage and family issues where her focus is to build and strengthen relationships. She is highly experienced in play therapy for the effective treatment of children. She has an extensive repertoire to work with victims of physical, sexual and verbal abuse. Libby believes with God, nothing is impossible and she relies on Him to use her professional training and life experience to assist others who are wounded and seeking healing and restoration.
Libby has 30 plus years as an experienced therapist providing counseling services to children, teenagers, women, couples and families. She is trained to work with marriage and family issues where her focus is to build and strengthen relationships. She is highly experienced in play therapy for the effective treatment of children. She has an extensive repertoire to work with victims of physical, sexual and verbal abuse. Libby believes with God, nothing is impossible and she relies on Him to use her professional training and life experience to assist others who are wounded and seeking healing and restoration.
Sharon graduated from South Carolina State University and Howard University. My field of concentration was mental health. Sharon have experience providing therapy in an out-patient and in-patient hospital setting, domestic violence shelters, child welfare, schools, and telehealth. She is committed to providing a safe, inviting environment for adolescents, women, men, families, veterans, and couples to express their feelings and to find optimal solutions to help reduce their stress/anxiety and to improve on their behavior. Sharon also encourages each individual to identify and use coping strategies and to use problem solving skills.
Sharon graduated from South Carolina State University and Howard University. My field of concentration was mental health. Sharon have experience providing therapy in an out-patient and in-patient hospital setting, domestic violence shelters, child welfare, schools, and telehealth. She is committed to providing a safe, inviting environment for adolescents, women, men, families, veterans, and couples to express their feelings and to find optimal solutions to help reduce their stress/anxiety and to improve on their behavior. Sharon also encourages each individual to identify and use coping strategies and to use problem solving skills.
Jennifer Serene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Riviera Beach, MD 21122 (Online Only)
I have been a licensed social worker for over 26 years. I have worked in a wide variety of settings. My experience includes, but is not limited to: working privately as a therapist, working for a large hospital as a psychiatric therapist for children and families, working multiple services from social worker to supervisor/administrator in public child welfare and correctional institutions/jails. I enjoy of working with clients from all walks of life, all backgrounds, and the full range of mental health issues.
I have been a licensed social worker for over 26 years. I have worked in a wide variety of settings. My experience includes, but is not limited to: working privately as a therapist, working for a large hospital as a psychiatric therapist for children and families, working multiple services from social worker to supervisor/administrator in public child welfare and correctional institutions/jails. I enjoy of working with clients from all walks of life, all backgrounds, and the full range of mental health issues.
Amy is a clinical social worker who has over 20 years’ experience in the field of mental health and substance abuse counseling. She received her Bachelor’s degree from American University and her Master’s in Social Work from the University of South Carolina. Amy has worked in various clinical settings, such as the Frederick Detention Center, Frederick County Public Schools, outpatient mental health and substance abuse centers. She works with individuals and families whose members are struggling with the disease of addiction. She provides interventions, when necessary. She provides counseling to children, adolescents and adults deali
Amy is a clinical social worker who has over 20 years’ experience in the field of mental health and substance abuse counseling. She received her Bachelor’s degree from American University and her Master’s in Social Work from the University of South Carolina. Amy has worked in various clinical settings, such as the Frederick Detention Center, Frederick County Public Schools, outpatient mental health and substance abuse centers. She works with individuals and families whose members are struggling with the disease of addiction. She provides interventions, when necessary. She provides counseling to children, adolescents and adults deali
Carlisle Greaves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Riviera Beach, MD 21122 (Online Only)
If you find that you are having challenges with low moods, negative thinking, and anxiety, or have a child with behavioral problems and emotional disturbance, I can help you.
Feeling confused? Down? Foggy? Have you tried everything on your own, and don't know what to do anymore? We all have struggles that we can't manage on our own. I can help you to manage and comfort your pain. You are not alone. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 16 years of experience working with children, adolescence, and adults with a wide range of difficulties including significant behavioral issues, mood disorders, autism spectrum disorders, marital issues, anger management, personality disorders, schizophrenia, thought disorders, depression, and anxiety.
If you find that you are having challenges with low moods, negative thinking, and anxiety, or have a child with behavioral problems and emotional disturbance, I can help you.
Feeling confused? Down? Foggy? Have you tried everything on your own, and don't know what to do anymore? We all have struggles that we can't manage on our own. I can help you to manage and comfort your pain. You are not alone. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 16 years of experience working with children, adolescence, and adults with a wide range of difficulties including significant behavioral issues, mood disorders, autism spectrum disorders, marital issues, anger management, personality disorders, schizophrenia, thought disorders, depression, and anxiety.
Arthur Douglas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Riviera Beach, MD 21122 (Online Only)
Arthur Douglas is a state-licensed clinical social worker and board-approved supervisor. He works with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Each person requires a unique approach to understanding and treating their presenting problem. Whether the plan is to develop, restore, maintain, or to enhance problem-solving and coping strategies, the therapeutic relationship is the agent in which change occur.
Arthur Douglas is a state-licensed clinical social worker and board-approved supervisor. He works with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Each person requires a unique approach to understanding and treating their presenting problem. Whether the plan is to develop, restore, maintain, or to enhance problem-solving and coping strategies, the therapeutic relationship is the agent in which change occur.
Linda Idowu is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Maryland who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Masters in Social Work. Linda offers clients assessments, therapy sessions, and treatment. Outside of work, Linda enjoys listening to music, dancing, and cooking.
Linda Idowu is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Maryland who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Masters in Social Work. Linda offers clients assessments, therapy sessions, and treatment. Outside of work, Linda enjoys listening to music, dancing, and cooking.
Dorothy Sexton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Riviera Beach, MD 21122 (Online Only)
Come laugh, cry, learn, process, and everything in between with me. Have you ever felt stuck in a rut and desired an accountability partner to help guide you back out? Or what about misunderstood or unaccepted by the people you're closest to? Anxious about making decisions or initiating tasks? I could keep going, but you get the point. Life throws us curveballs throughout our unpredictable journeys and having professional support from a mental health therapist can certainly help. Hi, my name is Dotty and I am trauma certified to help clients set goals to be accomplished within a pre-determined time frame, then I act as their account
Come laugh, cry, learn, process, and everything in between with me. Have you ever felt stuck in a rut and desired an accountability partner to help guide you back out? Or what about misunderstood or unaccepted by the people you're closest to? Anxious about making decisions or initiating tasks? I could keep going, but you get the point. Life throws us curveballs throughout our unpredictable journeys and having professional support from a mental health therapist can certainly help. Hi, my name is Dotty and I am trauma certified to help clients set goals to be accomplished within a pre-determined time frame, then I act as their account
Renee views therapy as an opportunity to help guide individuals or families through life's challenges utilizing their strengths, values, and support systems. Her goal is to assist people to live healthier and happier lives. Renee will use various therapeutic approaches to foster a safe and confidential clinical environment that helps people feel comfortable sharing their goals and stories. Renee enjoys working with people of all ages and backgrounds. Renee tends to work with individuals who have experienced adjustment disorders, anxiety, behavioral, and relationship issues.
Renee views therapy as an opportunity to help guide individuals or families through life's challenges utilizing their strengths, values, and support systems. Her goal is to assist people to live healthier and happier lives. Renee will use various therapeutic approaches to foster a safe and confidential clinical environment that helps people feel comfortable sharing their goals and stories. Renee enjoys working with people of all ages and backgrounds. Renee tends to work with individuals who have experienced adjustment disorders, anxiety, behavioral, and relationship issues.
Gisele Parker is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Maryland who has been practicing since 1998. Gisele views therapy as client specific and unique to each client. Her approach to therapy is Client-Centered Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). She offers clients the opportunity to be heard, accepted without judgement, and encouraged to face their fears, make changes towards growth, and navigate through the challenges of life. Gisele has worked with individuals of all ages with mental health issues including mood disorders, personality disorders, ADHD, and Autism-Spectrum disorders.
Gisele Parker is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Maryland who has been practicing since 1998. Gisele views therapy as client specific and unique to each client. Her approach to therapy is Client-Centered Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). She offers clients the opportunity to be heard, accepted without judgement, and encouraged to face their fears, make changes towards growth, and navigate through the challenges of life. Gisele has worked with individuals of all ages with mental health issues including mood disorders, personality disorders, ADHD, and Autism-Spectrum disorders.
Hi, I am Shane O’Hare clinical licensed social worker in the state of Maryland and Delaware. I am originally from northern Ireland and was born in Belfast in the 70s. I have been very lucky to live and work in different countries and this has given me excellent opportunities to learn about people, challenges. Many of my clients come to me with concerns around stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, anger management, and trauma. We talk about these topics not just in how they are affecting you, but also how are they affecting your family and personal relationships or how they may be affecting your work or school.
Hi, I am Shane O’Hare clinical licensed social worker in the state of Maryland and Delaware. I am originally from northern Ireland and was born in Belfast in the 70s. I have been very lucky to live and work in different countries and this has given me excellent opportunities to learn about people, challenges. Many of my clients come to me with concerns around stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, anger management, and trauma. We talk about these topics not just in how they are affecting you, but also how are they affecting your family and personal relationships or how they may be affecting your work or school.
Jamie Williams
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Riviera Beach, MD 21122 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor in MD & DC with over 15 years in the field as a licensed clinician. As such, I'm here to provide you with a safe and supportive space to explore and navigate the challenges you're facing. As your therapist, my goal is to create a collaborative and non-judgmental environment where you feel safe, heard, understood, and empowered. I'm here to offer guidance, support, and practical strategies to help you overcome obstacles and cultivate resilience. I believe in a holistic approach to counseling, taking into account the interconnectedness of your thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and environme
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor in MD & DC with over 15 years in the field as a licensed clinician. As such, I'm here to provide you with a safe and supportive space to explore and navigate the challenges you're facing. As your therapist, my goal is to create a collaborative and non-judgmental environment where you feel safe, heard, understood, and empowered. I'm here to offer guidance, support, and practical strategies to help you overcome obstacles and cultivate resilience. I believe in a holistic approach to counseling, taking into account the interconnectedness of your thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and environme
Nicole Tschopp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Riviera Beach, MD 21122 (Online Only)
Life can be tough sometimes, and it's easy to feel like you're on your own, trying to deal with all the stress and challenges that come your way. You don't have to go through it alone. I'm here to help you find the tools to build your resilience and face whatever comes your way. Whether it's dealing with traumatic experiences or just managing day-to-day stress, therapy can be a safe, non-judgmental space where you can heal and grow. When we work together, I take a holistic, trauma-sensitive approach that includes mind, body, and brain to help you achieve your therapy goals and become your most resilient self.
Life can be tough sometimes, and it's easy to feel like you're on your own, trying to deal with all the stress and challenges that come your way. You don't have to go through it alone. I'm here to help you find the tools to build your resilience and face whatever comes your way. Whether it's dealing with traumatic experiences or just managing day-to-day stress, therapy can be a safe, non-judgmental space where you can heal and grow. When we work together, I take a holistic, trauma-sensitive approach that includes mind, body, and brain to help you achieve your therapy goals and become your most resilient self.
Kemisola Ayiloge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Riviera Beach, MD 21122 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker/therapist who operates from a holistic viewpoint. This approach recognizes that there are several parts of ourselves (physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental) that require careful attention and care to thrive. In making sure these parts of ourselves are well taken care of, we are able to form a better relationship with ourselves and those around us. I offer non-traditional/mindfulness therapy approaches as well as evidence based therapies that include but are not limited to cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and motivational interviewing.
I am a licensed clinical social worker/therapist who operates from a holistic viewpoint. This approach recognizes that there are several parts of ourselves (physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental) that require careful attention and care to thrive. In making sure these parts of ourselves are well taken care of, we are able to form a better relationship with ourselves and those around us. I offer non-traditional/mindfulness therapy approaches as well as evidence based therapies that include but are not limited to cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and motivational interviewing.
Shane Kelsey
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Riviera Beach, MD 21122 (Online Only)
Shane’s ideal client is someone who believes they are ready to change. He understands that clients come from all walks of life, backgrounds, and experiences. Shane believes that the most important person in the therapeutic process is the client and not the therapist. It is the job of the therapist to help the client to facilitate their progress and support them in ways that best fit who they are as a person. A good client is anyone willing to take the first step by asking for help. Through over 8 years in mental health Shane have made a concerted effort to constantly find ways to expand his professional experience.
Shane’s ideal client is someone who believes they are ready to change. He understands that clients come from all walks of life, backgrounds, and experiences. Shane believes that the most important person in the therapeutic process is the client and not the therapist. It is the job of the therapist to help the client to facilitate their progress and support them in ways that best fit who they are as a person. A good client is anyone willing to take the first step by asking for help. Through over 8 years in mental health Shane have made a concerted effort to constantly find ways to expand his professional experience.
Lonetta Mason
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Riviera Beach, MD 21122 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Lonetta Mason. I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor in Maryland with over 13 years of experience working in the behavioral health field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of ages and concerns including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, mood disorders, and ADHD. My counseling style is collaborative and client-centered. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My biopsychosocial approach to counseling combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling.
Hello! My name is Lonetta Mason. I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor in Maryland with over 13 years of experience working in the behavioral health field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of ages and concerns including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, mood disorders, and ADHD. My counseling style is collaborative and client-centered. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My biopsychosocial approach to counseling combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling.
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I specialize in working with children, adolescents, parents, adults and young adults.
Let me start off by saying, I admire your braveness for seeking support and your dedication to yourself! Sometimes life can be overwhelming for a variety of reasons or for unknown reasons. It's very common to not feel okay and to not know what to do to make it better. What are your goals and what is in stopping you from reaching them? These are some of the concerns that bring people into counseling. I find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to be a beneficial technique to help people make changes in their thinking, which ultimately leads to changes in their behaviors. As a therapist, I will not tell you what to do or push my own age
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, parents, adults and young adults.
Let me start off by saying, I admire your braveness for seeking support and your dedication to yourself! Sometimes life can be overwhelming for a variety of reasons or for unknown reasons. It's very common to not feel okay and to not know what to do to make it better. What are your goals and what is in stopping you from reaching them? These are some of the concerns that bring people into counseling. I find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to be a beneficial technique to help people make changes in their thinking, which ultimately leads to changes in their behaviors. As a therapist, I will not tell you what to do or push my own age
Accepting new clients! Kirsty is a Licensed Graduated Marriage and Family Therapist who offers a person-centered, individualized approach to treatment that combines Strategic Family Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, as well as Mindfulness. Kirsty has experience working with individuals from all walks of life. She completed her internship working with children and families using a variety of approaches and has spent the past several years working with individuals in the young adult population. Kirsty works with children, adults, couples and families.
Accepting new clients! Kirsty is a Licensed Graduated Marriage and Family Therapist who offers a person-centered, individualized approach to treatment that combines Strategic Family Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, as well as Mindfulness. Kirsty has experience working with individuals from all walks of life. She completed her internship working with children and families using a variety of approaches and has spent the past several years working with individuals in the young adult population. Kirsty works with children, adults, couples and families.
In my 26 years of practice I have helped adults, children and teens overcome a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, anger problems and alcohol/drug addictions using traditional (cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy) and non-traditional (Eastern philosophy and meditation, and art therapy) methods. I believe that all people have the ability to help themselves, but sometimes due to overwhelming life circumstances, hardships, and crises; they become "stuck."
In my 26 years of practice I have helped adults, children and teens overcome a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, anger problems and alcohol/drug addictions using traditional (cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy) and non-traditional (Eastern philosophy and meditation, and art therapy) methods. I believe that all people have the ability to help themselves, but sometimes due to overwhelming life circumstances, hardships, and crises; they become "stuck."
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Riviera Beach, 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 Riviera Beach 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 Riviera Beach 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.