Child Therapists in Apex, NC
My passion lies in serving children, teens, and young adults. For the past three years, I have worked as a school counselor where my primary focus has been serving students experiencing anxiety, depression, struggles with low self-esteem, and life transitions such as divorce or the deployment of a loved one. I also enjoy partnering with parents of children who are experiencing emotional and behavioral difficulties. Because of my experience in the school system, I value the ability to collaborate with the various systems of a client's life (school, home, therapy, etc.) to best serve them.
My passion lies in serving children, teens, and young adults. For the past three years, I have worked as a school counselor where my primary focus has been serving students experiencing anxiety, depression, struggles with low self-esteem, and life transitions such as divorce or the deployment of a loved one. I also enjoy partnering with parents of children who are experiencing emotional and behavioral difficulties. Because of my experience in the school system, I value the ability to collaborate with the various systems of a client's life (school, home, therapy, etc.) to best serve them.
I specialize in treating children and adolescents.
I believe therapy is about helping people realize the greatest amount of happiness in their lives. This may be learning how to manage one's depression and anxiety, a child or adolescent managing their opposition and defiance, or even some skills to make a speech or fall asleep. I also feel therapy is key in processing daily conflicts that affect our thoughts and feelings, but also learning how to make the best decisions that we value.
I specialize in treating children and adolescents.
I believe therapy is about helping people realize the greatest amount of happiness in their lives. This may be learning how to manage one's depression and anxiety, a child or adolescent managing their opposition and defiance, or even some skills to make a speech or fall asleep. I also feel therapy is key in processing daily conflicts that affect our thoughts and feelings, but also learning how to make the best decisions that we value.
Sydney Menigoz Rudy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Apex, NC 27502
Not accepting new clients
My experience and specialization include the assessment and treatment of children and families experiencing: the mental health effects of trauma, abuse, grief, depression, anxiety, relationship attachment disruption, mood disorders, and self-harm.
I work to provide a holistic, personal form of care that provides each client with the tools they need to overcome life's challenging moments. I take an integrative approach to helping others better understand how their patterns are impacting their lives and what options they have to do things differently. I utilize a creative, expressive approach to combine art and music into my practice to simulate new pathways in the brain and reprocess trauma. Implementing creativity is a critical component in the healing process and has particular power when working with children and adolescents.
My experience and specialization include the assessment and treatment of children and families experiencing: the mental health effects of trauma, abuse, grief, depression, anxiety, relationship attachment disruption, mood disorders, and self-harm.
I work to provide a holistic, personal form of care that provides each client with the tools they need to overcome life's challenging moments. I take an integrative approach to helping others better understand how their patterns are impacting their lives and what options they have to do things differently. I utilize a creative, expressive approach to combine art and music into my practice to simulate new pathways in the brain and reprocess trauma. Implementing creativity is a critical component in the healing process and has particular power when working with children and adolescents.
In my practice, art therapy is an interactive, client-centered process that helps you/your child understand your feelings, thoughts, and actions.
I am Vivian Magarino-Gomez and have a M.A. in Art Therapy/Transpersonal Counseling Psychology-which offers clients the best of both eastern and western psychology. With 12 years of mental health experience and 16 years as a public school educator, I offer individual, group, and family therapy for clients age 2-60+ with needs ranging from abuse, trauma, ADHD, gang involvement, PTSD, depression, anxiety, addiction, emerging sexuality issues, and neurodivergence. My past working in emergency services, school-based therapy, day treatment, group homes, and inpatient, fuels my holistic client-centered approach in outpatient art therapy.
In my practice, art therapy is an interactive, client-centered process that helps you/your child understand your feelings, thoughts, and actions.
I am Vivian Magarino-Gomez and have a M.A. in Art Therapy/Transpersonal Counseling Psychology-which offers clients the best of both eastern and western psychology. With 12 years of mental health experience and 16 years as a public school educator, I offer individual, group, and family therapy for clients age 2-60+ with needs ranging from abuse, trauma, ADHD, gang involvement, PTSD, depression, anxiety, addiction, emerging sexuality issues, and neurodivergence. My past working in emergency services, school-based therapy, day treatment, group homes, and inpatient, fuels my holistic client-centered approach in outpatient art therapy.
Elizabeth Summers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27502
Not accepting new clients
Using a lens of both trauma informed care and attachment perspectives I support individuals, couples, parent child dyads, and families improve interpersonal relationships and quality of life.
Every person is an individual and deserves to be respected as they are. I work to make sure that we build treatment around your needs, ensuring that you are part of guiding your own path. Using knowledge, heart, humor, and care we will heal wounds and develop personal resources to alleviate the concerns that brought you here. Talk, music, expressive therapies, and experiential interventions will be used support the process of the individual, couple, or family. Together we will heal, cope, and connect. We all have a story to tell and together we can begin to write yours.
Using a lens of both trauma informed care and attachment perspectives I support individuals, couples, parent child dyads, and families improve interpersonal relationships and quality of life.
Every person is an individual and deserves to be respected as they are. I work to make sure that we build treatment around your needs, ensuring that you are part of guiding your own path. Using knowledge, heart, humor, and care we will heal wounds and develop personal resources to alleviate the concerns that brought you here. Talk, music, expressive therapies, and experiential interventions will be used support the process of the individual, couple, or family. Together we will heal, cope, and connect. We all have a story to tell and together we can begin to write yours.
Melissa Martell Senior
Psychologist, PhD, LP, HSP-P
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Apex, NC 27502
Waitlist for new clients
In therapy, Melissa works from a strengths-based and whole-child approach, emphasizing building resiliency through partnership and collaboration.
Melissa has over ten years of experience in completing comprehensive psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults. She developed a unique point of view on how schools, parents, and therapists can work most effectively together due to hands-on years of experience in both school systems and private practice. Each evaluation that Melissa completes is tailored to the unique referral questions to improve daily functioning and wellness. Melissa believes evaluations should be multifaceted to better understand one’s difficulties and strengths and identify evidence-based interventions and supports.
In therapy, Melissa works from a strengths-based and whole-child approach, emphasizing building resiliency through partnership and collaboration.
Melissa has over ten years of experience in completing comprehensive psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults. She developed a unique point of view on how schools, parents, and therapists can work most effectively together due to hands-on years of experience in both school systems and private practice. Each evaluation that Melissa completes is tailored to the unique referral questions to improve daily functioning and wellness. Melissa believes evaluations should be multifaceted to better understand one’s difficulties and strengths and identify evidence-based interventions and supports.
Edla Prevette
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27539
My primary focus is to help children, parents and adults reframe, rethink, then refresh their views, opinions, and actions. I enjoy taking research based theories and sharing the information in a pragmatic way. I believe my authentic and genuine interest in helping others is what enables my clients to "flip" their thinking and actions for positive change. With children I use various play and cognitive behavior therapies to help in navigating the academic, emotional and social stress they are faced with in today's digital world. Additionally, I work with parents to offer effective ways to parent their children for optimal success.
My primary focus is to help children, parents and adults reframe, rethink, then refresh their views, opinions, and actions. I enjoy taking research based theories and sharing the information in a pragmatic way. I believe my authentic and genuine interest in helping others is what enables my clients to "flip" their thinking and actions for positive change. With children I use various play and cognitive behavior therapies to help in navigating the academic, emotional and social stress they are faced with in today's digital world. Additionally, I work with parents to offer effective ways to parent their children for optimal success.
Believing that children are born with great potential, I have a passion for working with children, adolescents, and their families. When approaching therapy, I understand the importance of fostering a trusting and collaborative relationship in which clients can feel safe to explore their thoughts, feelings, and life challenges. In order to help you achieve your goals, I adhere to a positive, strength-based, and solution-focused approach that is highly collaborative and individualized. My services are provided in a professional and respectful manner, while maintaining the utmost confidentiality.
Believing that children are born with great potential, I have a passion for working with children, adolescents, and their families. When approaching therapy, I understand the importance of fostering a trusting and collaborative relationship in which clients can feel safe to explore their thoughts, feelings, and life challenges. In order to help you achieve your goals, I adhere to a positive, strength-based, and solution-focused approach that is highly collaborative and individualized. My services are provided in a professional and respectful manner, while maintaining the utmost confidentiality.
I work with children, teens, adults, and couples facing a range of issues including deployment, anxiety, ADHD, foster care/adoption, stress management, life transitions, work/life balance, grief and loss, as well as family and relationship difficulties.
Are you looking for a supportive environment where you can explore your feelings, thoughts, and behavior patterns without fear of judgment? As a therapist, I recognize that the decision to enter therapy is often not an easy choice. My goal is to create a supportive, confidential, and safe environment where goals and solutions can be explored. My approach is warm and professional. I believe in building on your existing strengths and helping you to develop new strengths as well.
I work with children, teens, adults, and couples facing a range of issues including deployment, anxiety, ADHD, foster care/adoption, stress management, life transitions, work/life balance, grief and loss, as well as family and relationship difficulties.
Are you looking for a supportive environment where you can explore your feelings, thoughts, and behavior patterns without fear of judgment? As a therapist, I recognize that the decision to enter therapy is often not an easy choice. My goal is to create a supportive, confidential, and safe environment where goals and solutions can be explored. My approach is warm and professional. I believe in building on your existing strengths and helping you to develop new strengths as well.
Kristin A Krippa
Psychological Associate, MA, LPA, HSP-PA
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Apex, NC 27502
Accepting new clients. Are you a parent with a child whose behavior is out of control? Is your tween or teen suffering from depression, anxiety, or irritable moods? Are you worried about their self-harm thoughts and behaviors? Are your problems more than you can manage on your own? Do you feel like you have tried everything and nothing has worked? Has your child or teen been resistant to therapy in the past? Are arguments and disagreements a daily occurrence? Does it feel like something needs to give before you give out? Would you like more enjoyment out of your life? You deserve happiness; Live a life worth living!
Accepting new clients. Are you a parent with a child whose behavior is out of control? Is your tween or teen suffering from depression, anxiety, or irritable moods? Are you worried about their self-harm thoughts and behaviors? Are your problems more than you can manage on your own? Do you feel like you have tried everything and nothing has worked? Has your child or teen been resistant to therapy in the past? Are arguments and disagreements a daily occurrence? Does it feel like something needs to give before you give out? Would you like more enjoyment out of your life? You deserve happiness; Live a life worth living!
Our expert clinicians specialize in child-centered play therapy for our young clients.
We specialize in providing counseling for children and teens grappling with issues like anxiety, depression, or behavioral challenges. We offer a warm and inviting space where your child can feel understood, valued, and supported. Our goal is to empower children and teens to navigate life's hurdles with confidence and resilience. Through personalized therapy tailored to their needs, we aim to help them uncover their inner strengths, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and build a positive outlook on life. We also provide additional counseling for adults and marital counseling.
Our expert clinicians specialize in child-centered play therapy for our young clients.
We specialize in providing counseling for children and teens grappling with issues like anxiety, depression, or behavioral challenges. We offer a warm and inviting space where your child can feel understood, valued, and supported. Our goal is to empower children and teens to navigate life's hurdles with confidence and resilience. Through personalized therapy tailored to their needs, we aim to help them uncover their inner strengths, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and build a positive outlook on life. We also provide additional counseling for adults and marital counseling.
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Hi, I'm Nadiya! Growing up is a time of wonder and challenges. Sometimes these challenges need a little help from a child therapist. I approach therapy for young people as an opportunity for them to grow from the challenges of life, develop a stronger sense of self, and feel more secure and connected to themselves and the world around them. Through therapy, they can develop a toolbox within themselves, an anchor, to always come back to as they continue to grow and successfully take on challenges. I hope through their time in therapy, they honor their capacity and strengths.
Hi, I'm Nadiya! Growing up is a time of wonder and challenges. Sometimes these challenges need a little help from a child therapist. I approach therapy for young people as an opportunity for them to grow from the challenges of life, develop a stronger sense of self, and feel more secure and connected to themselves and the world around them. Through therapy, they can develop a toolbox within themselves, an anchor, to always come back to as they continue to grow and successfully take on challenges. I hope through their time in therapy, they honor their capacity and strengths.
Your child has been having a hard time with “big feelings” and “big behaviors”. You have spent hours searching to find ways to help your young child have less intense meltdowns and tantrums, or to help your grade schooler better handle transitions or unexpected change, or to help your tween worry less about “adult things” and things they can’t control. It has been extremely difficult seeing your child struggle and you really wish you could just make it all stop, but you’re out of ideas. I know that the process of finding a counselor for your child can be exhausting and intimidating, but you don’t have to walk this journey alone.
Your child has been having a hard time with “big feelings” and “big behaviors”. You have spent hours searching to find ways to help your young child have less intense meltdowns and tantrums, or to help your grade schooler better handle transitions or unexpected change, or to help your tween worry less about “adult things” and things they can’t control. It has been extremely difficult seeing your child struggle and you really wish you could just make it all stop, but you’re out of ideas. I know that the process of finding a counselor for your child can be exhausting and intimidating, but you don’t have to walk this journey alone.
I help parents and children learn about feelings that underlie behaviors as we work to minimize unwanted behaviors.
I enjoy working with individuals of all ages and stages of life. My specialty in childhood and adolescence provides me with an appreciation for how the past influences the present. We each have a unique story, and I honor and respect the courage it takes to open up and explore your feelings and personal experiences.
I help parents and children learn about feelings that underlie behaviors as we work to minimize unwanted behaviors.
I enjoy working with individuals of all ages and stages of life. My specialty in childhood and adolescence provides me with an appreciation for how the past influences the present. We each have a unique story, and I honor and respect the courage it takes to open up and explore your feelings and personal experiences.
I believe that therapy should not only be individualized to support the child and family in terms of the challenges they are currently facing, but I also believe therapy should be individualized in terms of the location I serve it. Providing therapy where the need is means that therapy can be delivered in multiple domains such as office, home and childcare settings. My role is to help you and support you in your journey as parents and caregivers through challenging times and transitions. I am a behaviorist that takes on a strength based and family systems approach. I believe that every child has skills and strengths to build on.
I believe that therapy should not only be individualized to support the child and family in terms of the challenges they are currently facing, but I also believe therapy should be individualized in terms of the location I serve it. Providing therapy where the need is means that therapy can be delivered in multiple domains such as office, home and childcare settings. My role is to help you and support you in your journey as parents and caregivers through challenging times and transitions. I am a behaviorist that takes on a strength based and family systems approach. I believe that every child has skills and strengths to build on.
Whether you're an adult, child, or teen, you can overcome the obstacles that you are facing.
Do you feel that you are often wondering what to do to feel better? Are you finding yourself in the middle of a transition and not sure where turn? Or are you are feeling anxious or down? Does it seem that you have tried everything, and it is just not working right now. You may have tried to navigate this alone, but you are not sure what else to do. It may be scary to ask for help. You may have a limited amount of time or resources. Take the first step, complete the New Client Request in the following link: intakeq.com/new/8tzfkq. We will get back to you within 24 hours.
Whether you're an adult, child, or teen, you can overcome the obstacles that you are facing.
Do you feel that you are often wondering what to do to feel better? Are you finding yourself in the middle of a transition and not sure where turn? Or are you are feeling anxious or down? Does it seem that you have tried everything, and it is just not working right now. You may have tried to navigate this alone, but you are not sure what else to do. It may be scary to ask for help. You may have a limited amount of time or resources. Take the first step, complete the New Client Request in the following link: intakeq.com/new/8tzfkq. We will get back to you within 24 hours.
Cindy Perez
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Apex, NC 27502
Are you looking for support during evenings or weekends? I work with children, adults, and families, specializing in non-traditional and marginalized families. I am passionate about culturally responsive practices, treating you as the expert of your experience, and walking with you on your healing journey. As a queer, non-binary, Latine therapist, I'm committed to anti-racism, Health at Every Size, and anti-ableism.
Are you looking for support during evenings or weekends? I work with children, adults, and families, specializing in non-traditional and marginalized families. I am passionate about culturally responsive practices, treating you as the expert of your experience, and walking with you on your healing journey. As a queer, non-binary, Latine therapist, I'm committed to anti-racism, Health at Every Size, and anti-ableism.
Rachelle Heller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27502 (Online Only)
Telehealth appointments available this week! As we head into the holiday season and gear up for 2024 you might be looking for a little extra support. I am currently accepting a few more new patients and appreciate you pausing to read more about me. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Psychotherapist with experience in treating children, adolescents, & adults with relationship issues, substance abuse, trauma, personality disorders, anxiety & depression.
Telehealth appointments available this week! As we head into the holiday season and gear up for 2024 you might be looking for a little extra support. I am currently accepting a few more new patients and appreciate you pausing to read more about me. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Psychotherapist with experience in treating children, adolescents, & adults with relationship issues, substance abuse, trauma, personality disorders, anxiety & depression.
Asking for help is the first step towards feeling better and leading a happier, healthier life. Mental health is an important part of overall well-being. Most of us, at one time or another, are impacted by mental health concerns. We have therapists that treat adults, children, and teens. If you don't even know where to start call or e-mail the office and we will help guide you in choosing the right therapist and check your insurance benefits. To learn more about each of our therapists and their individual specialties, please visit our website www.sbcounseling.com/therapists
Asking for help is the first step towards feeling better and leading a happier, healthier life. Mental health is an important part of overall well-being. Most of us, at one time or another, are impacted by mental health concerns. We have therapists that treat adults, children, and teens. If you don't even know where to start call or e-mail the office and we will help guide you in choosing the right therapist and check your insurance benefits. To learn more about each of our therapists and their individual specialties, please visit our website www.sbcounseling.com/therapists
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Apex, NC 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 Apex 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 Apex 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.