Child Therapists in Concord, NC
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Adrienne Eberhardt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28025
I have purposely focused on my skillset to best serve youth and children, teens, young adults, adults and families.
From an early age I have had a passion for helping others in an impactful way. I aspire and dedicate my time working with individuals who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, sexual and domestic abuse, family discord, personality disorders and ADHD. Therapy can be scary and in many communities, still very stigmatized. I aid in assisting individuals who make a brave decision to seek out therapy for self or close loved ones, in order to live the best life possible.
I have purposely focused on my skillset to best serve youth and children, teens, young adults, adults and families.
From an early age I have had a passion for helping others in an impactful way. I aspire and dedicate my time working with individuals who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, sexual and domestic abuse, family discord, personality disorders and ADHD. Therapy can be scary and in many communities, still very stigmatized. I aid in assisting individuals who make a brave decision to seek out therapy for self or close loved ones, in order to live the best life possible.
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I work best with an individual client, couple, or the family of a child or adolescent that recognizes that what they have been trying to do to deal with their life or behavioral issues is not working well, and they are now open to finding understanding, and trying new approaches to old, or recently acute problems. My experience has been that most couples really want to save their marriage or other family relationships and will do the work necessary to build a new and loving relationship.
I work best with an individual client, couple, or the family of a child or adolescent that recognizes that what they have been trying to do to deal with their life or behavioral issues is not working well, and they are now open to finding understanding, and trying new approaches to old, or recently acute problems. My experience has been that most couples really want to save their marriage or other family relationships and will do the work necessary to build a new and loving relationship.
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Lisa Bolumen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, NCC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28027
I am passionate about working with families/adults in addition to children/teens.
Are you or a loved one feeling anxious, depressed, struggling in a relationship,...and you are in need of hope, encouragement, and direction? I consider it an honor to counsel children through adults as I get to share biblical truth as well as pray with those whom I counsel. For over 15 years, I served children, adolescents, parents, and adults as a licensed counselor. Through the truth of God's Word, the power of prayer, and the application of counseling techniques, hope and restoration are available for your heart, mind, and body. I am here, available, and I care.
I am passionate about working with families/adults in addition to children/teens.
Are you or a loved one feeling anxious, depressed, struggling in a relationship,...and you are in need of hope, encouragement, and direction? I consider it an honor to counsel children through adults as I get to share biblical truth as well as pray with those whom I counsel. For over 15 years, I served children, adolescents, parents, and adults as a licensed counselor. Through the truth of God's Word, the power of prayer, and the application of counseling techniques, hope and restoration are available for your heart, mind, and body. I am here, available, and I care.
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I am a North Carolina Licensed Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience providing counseling/therapy services. I received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and later earned a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (with an emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy) from the University of San Francisco in California. My specialties are child & adolescent issues, relationship & family problems, adjustment problems, depression, anxiety, stress management, anger management and ADHD.
I am a North Carolina Licensed Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience providing counseling/therapy services. I received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and later earned a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (with an emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy) from the University of San Francisco in California. My specialties are child & adolescent issues, relationship & family problems, adjustment problems, depression, anxiety, stress management, anger management and ADHD.
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Suzanne Nardozzi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28027
Accepting new clients - evening and weekends available! I am passionate about working with children and their families. Children are learning about the world around them and they often don't know what their feelings mean or how to communicate them quite yet. When children have been through stressful things, it is even harder for them to express their feelings. And those feelings can come out of kids in big ways! As adults, we can struggle to understand how to help young ones when their emotions get really big. As their adult, you want to help your child and you also need someone to support you. That is where I can help.
Accepting new clients - evening and weekends available! I am passionate about working with children and their families. Children are learning about the world around them and they often don't know what their feelings mean or how to communicate them quite yet. When children have been through stressful things, it is even harder for them to express their feelings. And those feelings can come out of kids in big ways! As adults, we can struggle to understand how to help young ones when their emotions get really big. As their adult, you want to help your child and you also need someone to support you. That is where I can help.
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Jessie Napoli @ Emerge Child & Family Counseling
Counselor, MA , LCMHCQS, CPT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28025
SAFE EMDR adult and child trained.
The earlier we instill positive ways to manage our lives the better. Children can benefit from therapy at a young age to learn emotional regulation to help with big behaviors. We can help with behaviors that may stem from certain diagnosis or family dynamics, school stressors etc. Adult men and women can benefit from therapy with us to help recognize patterns that may stem from childhood or traumas along the way that are interfering with optimal mental health. We enjoy supporting the entire family or individuals we aren’t only a children’s center we just are one of the few providers that specialize in helping all ages 3 and up.
SAFE EMDR adult and child trained.
The earlier we instill positive ways to manage our lives the better. Children can benefit from therapy at a young age to learn emotional regulation to help with big behaviors. We can help with behaviors that may stem from certain diagnosis or family dynamics, school stressors etc. Adult men and women can benefit from therapy with us to help recognize patterns that may stem from childhood or traumas along the way that are interfering with optimal mental health. We enjoy supporting the entire family or individuals we aren’t only a children’s center we just are one of the few providers that specialize in helping all ages 3 and up.
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Tamika Wright
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28025
I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
As your counselor, I am here to support you in making meaning, creating comfort, and uncovering resources to help you be your best self. Taking an evidenced-based, client centered, and existentially informed approach, I aim to provide a safe and supportive space where we can collaborate and work at your own pace to help you reach your goals.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
As your counselor, I am here to support you in making meaning, creating comfort, and uncovering resources to help you be your best self. Taking an evidenced-based, client centered, and existentially informed approach, I aim to provide a safe and supportive space where we can collaborate and work at your own pace to help you reach your goals.
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Emerge Child and Family Counseling
Counselor, MA , LCMHC, CPT , QS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28025
Accepting clients! At Emerge Child and Family Counseling we provide mostly a client centered approach to counseling to ensure our clients get the therapeutic services they need. We can utlize EMDR, CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, as well as other approaches. We are a full practice serving all ranges of clients with a focus on adults, children, teens, and support their families. We have multiple clinicians to fit with our clients to provide counseling where each person can build trust and foster a nurturing relationship. We are a smaller more focused practice where you feel more like family and welcomed, making treatment the most effective.
Accepting clients! At Emerge Child and Family Counseling we provide mostly a client centered approach to counseling to ensure our clients get the therapeutic services they need. We can utlize EMDR, CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, as well as other approaches. We are a full practice serving all ranges of clients with a focus on adults, children, teens, and support their families. We have multiple clinicians to fit with our clients to provide counseling where each person can build trust and foster a nurturing relationship. We are a smaller more focused practice where you feel more like family and welcomed, making treatment the most effective.
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Amber Cochran
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28025
Life is difficult and involves growth and change which is not always easy or comfortable. You may not know where to start and need assistance with developing a plan to embrace change and begin to heal and move forward. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families to assist them in reaching their goals, improving their relationships, and beginning their healing process. I have had the privilege of working with children, adolescents, adults, and families and use a collaborative relationship to assist them in making changes to move forward in various areas of their lives.
Life is difficult and involves growth and change which is not always easy or comfortable. You may not know where to start and need assistance with developing a plan to embrace change and begin to heal and move forward. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families to assist them in reaching their goals, improving their relationships, and beginning their healing process. I have had the privilege of working with children, adolescents, adults, and families and use a collaborative relationship to assist them in making changes to move forward in various areas of their lives.
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Johanna Covault
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28025 (Online Only)
It is normal after something terrible happens to need help! After what happened, you might be having nightmares, thoughts about what happened coming to your mind even when you don't want it to, or feeling like you are back at the time when the bad thing happened even when you're not there. It could also be that it happened a long time ago and you were able to deal with it for awhile but you have reached a point where that is not working anymore for you or maybe your child. These things are hard and it is brave to take that next step to work on it in therapy.
It is normal after something terrible happens to need help! After what happened, you might be having nightmares, thoughts about what happened coming to your mind even when you don't want it to, or feeling like you are back at the time when the bad thing happened even when you're not there. It could also be that it happened a long time ago and you were able to deal with it for awhile but you have reached a point where that is not working anymore for you or maybe your child. These things are hard and it is brave to take that next step to work on it in therapy.
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As humans, we all face challenges that can become overwhelming. Maybe you want to learn how to better manage the challenges in your life. You want to feel empowered and purposeful, instead of feeling like your problems are the one in charge. Or perhaps you are seeking services for your child, who is struggling and could use some extra support. In my practice I collaborate with adults, teens, and kids on reaching their goals for greater wellness. Together we can address concerns such as anxiety, stress management, depression, life transitions, perfectionism & self-criticism, grief, or career & school issues.
As humans, we all face challenges that can become overwhelming. Maybe you want to learn how to better manage the challenges in your life. You want to feel empowered and purposeful, instead of feeling like your problems are the one in charge. Or perhaps you are seeking services for your child, who is struggling and could use some extra support. In my practice I collaborate with adults, teens, and kids on reaching their goals for greater wellness. Together we can address concerns such as anxiety, stress management, depression, life transitions, perfectionism & self-criticism, grief, or career & school issues.
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Kristen Bumgarner
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Concord, NC 28025
Kristen also has experience working with children, teens, and young adults on the autism spectrum through ABA therapy.
Kristen treats patients starting 4 years old. Kristen is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate who received her Master of Arts Degree from Wake Forest University after obtaining her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2015. Kristen is a North Carolina native as is thrilled to be working to serve the needs of clients in her hometown. Kristen has experience working with clients of all ages in a variety of setting, including schools, out-patient clinics, and home-base therapy.
Kristen also has experience working with children, teens, and young adults on the autism spectrum through ABA therapy.
Kristen treats patients starting 4 years old. Kristen is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate who received her Master of Arts Degree from Wake Forest University after obtaining her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2015. Kristen is a North Carolina native as is thrilled to be working to serve the needs of clients in her hometown. Kristen has experience working with clients of all ages in a variety of setting, including schools, out-patient clinics, and home-base therapy.
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Jennifer Morris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAEd, LCMHC, CCTS-I, NCC
Verified Verified
Concord, NC 28025 (Online Only)
I am a retired Army medic, current military spouse, & mother of two older children which has reminded me to have humility and patience.
Welcome! Every day we are faced with challenges that can be overwhelming and therapy can be a great way to re-center and have a private space to be honored and understood. I work with individuals ages 10-70 who struggle with unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, substance use as well as children struggling with family conflict and parenting challenges. I work to provide a personalized experience that empowers clients to improve their wellbeing through developing skills to improve relationships, increase connection, decrease negative stress responses and enhance spirituality.
I am a retired Army medic, current military spouse, & mother of two older children which has reminded me to have humility and patience.
Welcome! Every day we are faced with challenges that can be overwhelming and therapy can be a great way to re-center and have a private space to be honored and understood. I work with individuals ages 10-70 who struggle with unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, substance use as well as children struggling with family conflict and parenting challenges. I work to provide a personalized experience that empowers clients to improve their wellbeing through developing skills to improve relationships, increase connection, decrease negative stress responses and enhance spirituality.
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Based on the needs of clients she uses a variety of techniques including unconditional positive regard, genuineness, CBT, reality therapy, emotional awareness, psychoeducation, enactments, FCT model, and child centered play therapy interventions.
Asia has counseled people with various abilities and diagnosis. Asia believes that each client has the potential for change, and that her role in the therapeutic relationship is to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment in which the patient can move towards self-actualization. Asia's theoretical orientation is based on cognitive behavioral, person centered, motivational interviewing, existentialism, and humanistic approaches.
Based on the needs of clients she uses a variety of techniques including unconditional positive regard, genuineness, CBT, reality therapy, emotional awareness, psychoeducation, enactments, FCT model, and child centered play therapy interventions.
Asia has counseled people with various abilities and diagnosis. Asia believes that each client has the potential for change, and that her role in the therapeutic relationship is to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment in which the patient can move towards self-actualization. Asia's theoretical orientation is based on cognitive behavioral, person centered, motivational interviewing, existentialism, and humanistic approaches.
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Holtz Counseling & Wellness, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28027
I am a mental health clinician working with children, adolescents and adults using techniques from cognitive behavior therapy and solution focused therapy.
If you are facing problems in life that are making you feel overwhelmed, know that you can get help to create positive changes that will bring peace and hope. Counseling can help you navigate through the obstacles that are holding you back from realizing the change that can bring happiness and contentment in life. If you are looking for someone who listens and provides feedback, allowing you to express concerns in a safe and non-judgmental setting, I would be happy to help guide you down this journey to help you create change allowing you to realize your potential.
I am a mental health clinician working with children, adolescents and adults using techniques from cognitive behavior therapy and solution focused therapy.
If you are facing problems in life that are making you feel overwhelmed, know that you can get help to create positive changes that will bring peace and hope. Counseling can help you navigate through the obstacles that are holding you back from realizing the change that can bring happiness and contentment in life. If you are looking for someone who listens and provides feedback, allowing you to express concerns in a safe and non-judgmental setting, I would be happy to help guide you down this journey to help you create change allowing you to realize your potential.
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Kimberly Barnett is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) in North Carolina and has been in practice since 2022. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Psychology & Criminology from UNC Wilmington, and received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UNC Charlotte. She is a nationally certified counselor. Kimberly enjoys working with all ages and has experience treating children, teens and adults in a variety of settings.
Kimberly Barnett is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) in North Carolina and has been in practice since 2022. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Psychology & Criminology from UNC Wilmington, and received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UNC Charlotte. She is a nationally certified counselor. Kimberly enjoys working with all ages and has experience treating children, teens and adults in a variety of settings.
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Turning Point Family Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCMHC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Concord, NC 28025
Our goal is to provide a nurturing and therapeutic environment for children, adults and families.
Turning Point Family Services offers a variety of outpatient services. These services include individual and family therapy, group therapy, comprehensive clinical assessments, and psychiatric medication management. These services are customized to meet the needs of the children and families that we serve, and can be conducted via telehealth as well.
Our goal is to provide a nurturing and therapeutic environment for children, adults and families.
Turning Point Family Services offers a variety of outpatient services. These services include individual and family therapy, group therapy, comprehensive clinical assessments, and psychiatric medication management. These services are customized to meet the needs of the children and families that we serve, and can be conducted via telehealth as well.
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I work with adults, women, men, adolescents, and children.
In today's society, with the advent of Covid-19 and other life challenges, If we do not take action, we can find ourselves swimming in a pool of negative emotions such as; Fear. Anger. Disgust. Sadness. Rage. Loneliness. Melancholy. Annoyance and many others. If you are experiencing any of these emotions among others, I can help you. I understand that you may be reluctant to reach out to a counselor, but reaching out to a counselor to ensure that you maintain good Mental Health is just as important as reaching out to a medical doctor to maintain good Physical Health.
I work with adults, women, men, adolescents, and children.
In today's society, with the advent of Covid-19 and other life challenges, If we do not take action, we can find ourselves swimming in a pool of negative emotions such as; Fear. Anger. Disgust. Sadness. Rage. Loneliness. Melancholy. Annoyance and many others. If you are experiencing any of these emotions among others, I can help you. I understand that you may be reluctant to reach out to a counselor, but reaching out to a counselor to ensure that you maintain good Mental Health is just as important as reaching out to a medical doctor to maintain good Physical Health.
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I have experienced working with adults, children, and families to address a broad range of struggles.
Are you struggling with daily stressors that are impacting your mental health? Do you need additional support and guidance in your life right now? Whether you are a single mom, struggling with social anxiety, or have a child or teen who is in need of support, I am here to guide and assist you and your family throughout this journey we call life. I can help you with determining what your triggers may be and provide you with skills to better your life. If you are interested and determined in improving you or your family's mental health or just need additional support, I am here for you.
I have experienced working with adults, children, and families to address a broad range of struggles.
Are you struggling with daily stressors that are impacting your mental health? Do you need additional support and guidance in your life right now? Whether you are a single mom, struggling with social anxiety, or have a child or teen who is in need of support, I am here to guide and assist you and your family throughout this journey we call life. I can help you with determining what your triggers may be and provide you with skills to better your life. If you are interested and determined in improving you or your family's mental health or just need additional support, I am here for you.
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Turning Point Family Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCMHC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Concord, NC 28025
Our goal is to provide a nurturing and therapeutic environment for children, adults and families.
Turning Point Family Services offers a variety of outpatient services. These services include individual and family therapy, group therapy, comprehensive clinical assessments, and psychiatric medication management. These services are customized to meet the needs of the children and families that we serve, and can be conducted via telehealth as well.
Our goal is to provide a nurturing and therapeutic environment for children, adults and families.
Turning Point Family Services offers a variety of outpatient services. These services include individual and family therapy, group therapy, comprehensive clinical assessments, and psychiatric medication management. These services are customized to meet the needs of the children and families that we serve, and can be conducted via telehealth as well.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Concord, 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 Concord 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 Concord 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.