Toddler Therapists in Hendersonville, NC
Ashley Newbrough
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA, MT-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Do you feel the pain of grief, disconnect, or relational strain? Maybe your relationship with yourself needs tending. My clients have taught me that our struggles make sense in context! At the same time, you don't have to remain "stuck" there in the struggle. Together, we will take a systemic and holistic view, where we put the pieces together to make shifts to help you thrive. I don't believe in "therapist talk" and try to learn how you experience the world so I can help you develop new ways of being with yourself, with others, with the people and things that matter most and give your life meaning.
Do you feel the pain of grief, disconnect, or relational strain? Maybe your relationship with yourself needs tending. My clients have taught me that our struggles make sense in context! At the same time, you don't have to remain "stuck" there in the struggle. Together, we will take a systemic and holistic view, where we put the pieces together to make shifts to help you thrive. I don't believe in "therapist talk" and try to learn how you experience the world so I can help you develop new ways of being with yourself, with others, with the people and things that matter most and give your life meaning.
DC Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MS/P, NCC
Verified Verified
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Waitlist for new clients
Damaris works as an outpatient/school-based counselor providing services to both children and adults in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language (ASL). Damaris loves to listen to people and guide them to identify and build their strengths on what they truly love. Some of the issues she currently addresses include understanding and managing anxiety, defiant behaviors, bipolar disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), as well as navigating new mental health and physical health diagnosis, grief or divorce.
Damaris works as an outpatient/school-based counselor providing services to both children and adults in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language (ASL). Damaris loves to listen to people and guide them to identify and build their strengths on what they truly love. Some of the issues she currently addresses include understanding and managing anxiety, defiant behaviors, bipolar disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), as well as navigating new mental health and physical health diagnosis, grief or divorce.
Valerie B Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, AAPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hendersonville, NC 28739
Children, teenagers and adults are welcome at my office. For 30 years, I have helped those ages 2 years to 75 years to lead confident and comfortable lives. I provide developmentally focused psychotherapy for chilren and teenagers. I also work with adults who want their lives to change. You and/or your family's relationship with me is confidential and respectful.
Children, teenagers and adults are welcome at my office. For 30 years, I have helped those ages 2 years to 75 years to lead confident and comfortable lives. I provide developmentally focused psychotherapy for chilren and teenagers. I also work with adults who want their lives to change. You and/or your family's relationship with me is confidential and respectful.
Michael James Tui- II
Counselor, MSCP, NCC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be such a challenge especially if we find ourselves walking our path alone. On this journey, my hope is to help guide and provide skill training that will help you increase confidence, self-worth, and self-empowerment. I serve all ages and have specialized training to address disorders and challenges in ages 3 years old - 100+ My love and passion is supporting the health of our families. I passionately that by healing our families we heal the world.
Life can be such a challenge especially if we find ourselves walking our path alone. On this journey, my hope is to help guide and provide skill training that will help you increase confidence, self-worth, and self-empowerment. I serve all ages and have specialized training to address disorders and challenges in ages 3 years old - 100+ My love and passion is supporting the health of our families. I passionately that by healing our families we heal the world.
Grace Davis
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hendersonville, NC 28792
My ideal client is willing to rethink what therapy looks and feels like - being open to a variety of techniques; collaborating; and engaging body, mind, and emotions, particularly in the outdoors. I conduct experiential outdoor sessions (when weather permits), helping clients in connecting with themselves by grounding in the supportive power of nature. Walking and talking in an outdoor space allows us to engage in an informal environment, while still providing therapeutic benefits.
My ideal client is willing to rethink what therapy looks and feels like - being open to a variety of techniques; collaborating; and engaging body, mind, and emotions, particularly in the outdoors. I conduct experiential outdoor sessions (when weather permits), helping clients in connecting with themselves by grounding in the supportive power of nature. Walking and talking in an outdoor space allows us to engage in an informal environment, while still providing therapeutic benefits.
Stepping into therapy can be daunting. We have all had times in our life of feeling stuck and unable to find a way to move forward without assistance. Consider this if you find yourself hesitant to ask for help. If you are ready to take the next step, just send me a short inquiry email or text. I respond to all contacts. My style of working is very individualized. I use a variety of approaches to meet people where they are.
Stepping into therapy can be daunting. We have all had times in our life of feeling stuck and unable to find a way to move forward without assistance. Consider this if you find yourself hesitant to ask for help. If you are ready to take the next step, just send me a short inquiry email or text. I respond to all contacts. My style of working is very individualized. I use a variety of approaches to meet people where they are.
Each person's therapeutic journey is unique. The biggest step is the willingness and desire to seek help, especially when things are difficult. Openness and engagement are the pillars of a strong therapeutic relationship. My clinical practice focuses on the needs of the client. Allowing your needs to guide the treatment process. Determining which pathways work best for your needs.
Each person's therapeutic journey is unique. The biggest step is the willingness and desire to seek help, especially when things are difficult. Openness and engagement are the pillars of a strong therapeutic relationship. My clinical practice focuses on the needs of the client. Allowing your needs to guide the treatment process. Determining which pathways work best for your needs.
Your Next Chapter Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hendersonville, NC 28792
At Your Next Chapter Counseling, we believe that every person is deserving of love, acceptance, and authenticity. We believe that humans are hardwired for healing, and we strive to provide a therapeutic, supportive environment for all of our clients on their healing journey.
At Your Next Chapter Counseling, we believe that every person is deserving of love, acceptance, and authenticity. We believe that humans are hardwired for healing, and we strive to provide a therapeutic, supportive environment for all of our clients on their healing journey.
Open Path Psychotherapy Collective
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, PhD
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Hendersonville, NC 28791
We're a network of specialized, licensed therapists in the Asheville area who have joined together to provide reasonably priced therapy (between $40 and $70 a session) to middle income individuals and couples. If you make between $25,000 and $100,000 annually our network is designed to meet your needs.
We're a network of specialized, licensed therapists in the Asheville area who have joined together to provide reasonably priced therapy (between $40 and $70 a session) to middle income individuals and couples. If you make between $25,000 and $100,000 annually our network is designed to meet your needs.
Carl D Losacco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hendersonville, NC 28791 (Online Only)
You've tried everything and your child is still scared or angry and think they can't change. I work with children ages 3-13 to feel better and get along. They're not to blame for what's happened in their lives but do need to take responsibility for their actions. I support kids in not feeling broken or thinking they are "bad". I use play, art projects and stories to help them express feelings. I teach them skills to understand and manage their feelings and teach them to share their feelings to get support and feel safe.
You've tried everything and your child is still scared or angry and think they can't change. I work with children ages 3-13 to feel better and get along. They're not to blame for what's happened in their lives but do need to take responsibility for their actions. I support kids in not feeling broken or thinking they are "bad". I use play, art projects and stories to help them express feelings. I teach them skills to understand and manage their feelings and teach them to share their feelings to get support and feel safe.
Jonathan Jay Esslinger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
Hendersonville, NC 28791
I work with people to discover the tools and techniques that will help them experience greater fulfillment in their relationships, work, mind, body, and spirit. As a clinician, I love supporting individuals from all walks of life to find, create, or strengthen their most meaningful relationships. Building your relational skill set can aid you with all your interactions: from strangers, acquaintances, and co-workers, to friends, family, your children, and your lover.
I work with people to discover the tools and techniques that will help them experience greater fulfillment in their relationships, work, mind, body, and spirit. As a clinician, I love supporting individuals from all walks of life to find, create, or strengthen their most meaningful relationships. Building your relational skill set can aid you with all your interactions: from strangers, acquaintances, and co-workers, to friends, family, your children, and your lover.
FFC-Asheville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, QS
Verified Verified
Hendersonville, NC 28739
Our local licensed therapists have extensive training and experience in issues affecting adults, couples, children, adolescents and their families. We specialize in treating a range of conditions including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, attachment, addiction, grief, women/men's issues, ADHD, oppositional/defiance, trauma, post traumatic stress disorder, OCD, and much more. We also offer extensive effective parenting training if your child is oppositional, defiant, and sometimes even aggressive.
Our local licensed therapists have extensive training and experience in issues affecting adults, couples, children, adolescents and their families. We specialize in treating a range of conditions including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, attachment, addiction, grief, women/men's issues, ADHD, oppositional/defiance, trauma, post traumatic stress disorder, OCD, and much more. We also offer extensive effective parenting training if your child is oppositional, defiant, and sometimes even aggressive.
Jillian Kelly-Wavering
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Hendersonville, NC 28793
I'm a therapist for grieving children and their families in Asheville, NC, and previously in the Bronx, NY. My training includes a Master’s degree from Columbia University, fellowship with the National Health Service Corps, certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and the Registered Play Therapist Supervisor credential. I've served as the VP of the NY Association for Play Therapy, taught as an adjunct lecturer, and authored several publications (including children's books addressing grief). My hope is to be a therapeutic companion to children and families experiencing grief and loss.
I'm a therapist for grieving children and their families in Asheville, NC, and previously in the Bronx, NY. My training includes a Master’s degree from Columbia University, fellowship with the National Health Service Corps, certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and the Registered Play Therapist Supervisor credential. I've served as the VP of the NY Association for Play Therapy, taught as an adjunct lecturer, and authored several publications (including children's books addressing grief). My hope is to be a therapeutic companion to children and families experiencing grief and loss.
Mark S Ackerman Jr
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and I have worked with children and families for nearly 16 years. I have worked primarily in the public school setting and specialize in working with children and families who struggle with social skills, ODD behavior, conduct disorder, self-esteem, trauma, and emotional regulation. I work with children and families that may exhibit some adjustment difficulties including but not limited to divorce, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, and other issues facing the LGBTQ+ community. I believe relationship building is the key to healing and growth.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and I have worked with children and families for nearly 16 years. I have worked primarily in the public school setting and specialize in working with children and families who struggle with social skills, ODD behavior, conduct disorder, self-esteem, trauma, and emotional regulation. I work with children and families that may exhibit some adjustment difficulties including but not limited to divorce, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, and other issues facing the LGBTQ+ community. I believe relationship building is the key to healing and growth.
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Jennifer Gill
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA, NBCC, MA
Verified Verified
Arden, NC 28704
Hi! Thanks for stopping by my profile. I’m Jennifer Gill, a Montreat College graduate who’s worked in public health with all ages to address their mental health needs since 2020. I focus on working with children & adolescents, but I also have had great success working with individuals and couples. Currently I am an associate working under Katherine Therell LPC, PLLC, who has served the greater WNC area for over 38 years. I am licensed by the state of NC to practice as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate.
Hi! Thanks for stopping by my profile. I’m Jennifer Gill, a Montreat College graduate who’s worked in public health with all ages to address their mental health needs since 2020. I focus on working with children & adolescents, but I also have had great success working with individuals and couples. Currently I am an associate working under Katherine Therell LPC, PLLC, who has served the greater WNC area for over 38 years. I am licensed by the state of NC to practice as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate.
Asheville Counseling & Wellness Center
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LPC, BCN, CCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arden, NC 28704
The staff and clinicians at Asheville Counseling & Wellness Center are dedicated to improving the quality of life of our Clients. We offer a multitude of treatment modalities in order to provide the best care possible. Our clients can expect to receive effective and efficient treatments, while we provide the best possible client/clinician experience. Our focus is helping the public achieve health, healing and well-being. We look forward to working with you and your family.
The staff and clinicians at Asheville Counseling & Wellness Center are dedicated to improving the quality of life of our Clients. We offer a multitude of treatment modalities in order to provide the best care possible. Our clients can expect to receive effective and efficient treatments, while we provide the best possible client/clinician experience. Our focus is helping the public achieve health, healing and well-being. We look forward to working with you and your family.
Life is really rough right now in so many ways! We have never experienced anything like what we are experiencing right now. Life has been flipped upside down, anxiety is sky high, depression is increasing, relationships are suffering, and those with children are being forced to become homeschool teachers. The sense of balance in our lives has been thrown out. We feel stuck, depressed, anxious, and maybe even hopeless. It is really important to take care of yourself in this space and reach out for help, to talk things through, and figure out how to move forward in a positive direction. You don’t need to stay stuck in this space.
Life is really rough right now in so many ways! We have never experienced anything like what we are experiencing right now. Life has been flipped upside down, anxiety is sky high, depression is increasing, relationships are suffering, and those with children are being forced to become homeschool teachers. The sense of balance in our lives has been thrown out. We feel stuck, depressed, anxious, and maybe even hopeless. It is really important to take care of yourself in this space and reach out for help, to talk things through, and figure out how to move forward in a positive direction. You don’t need to stay stuck in this space.
Kristin C Goodman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arden, NC 28704
Hi! I’m Kristin, a therapist and momma of two wild little boys. As parents, we hold these perfect, vulnerable creatures in our arms for the first time and vow to never let them feel an ounce of pain. But then they do. They have their own complex set of fears and worries and it’s terrifying not knowing how to help them. By even reading this and considering counseling for yourself or your kid, You’re making such a brave choice. We ALL need the support of the greater village to raise kind, well-adjusted kids.
Hi! I’m Kristin, a therapist and momma of two wild little boys. As parents, we hold these perfect, vulnerable creatures in our arms for the first time and vow to never let them feel an ounce of pain. But then they do. They have their own complex set of fears and worries and it’s terrifying not knowing how to help them. By even reading this and considering counseling for yourself or your kid, You’re making such a brave choice. We ALL need the support of the greater village to raise kind, well-adjusted kids.
Online Therapists
Kathryn Marshall is a Licensed Psychological Associate and Nationally Certified School Psychologist. Kathryn utilizes a strengths based assessment approach and is passionate about helping children and their families understand their unique skills and needs. Kathryn has special interests in early childhood, autism, and Traumatic Brain Inuries.
Kathryn Marshall is a Licensed Psychological Associate and Nationally Certified School Psychologist. Kathryn utilizes a strengths based assessment approach and is passionate about helping children and their families understand their unique skills and needs. Kathryn has special interests in early childhood, autism, and Traumatic Brain Inuries.
We may be the North Carolina’s top ABA agency, but for us, it’s always been about the people, not the numbers. We value every child for who they are. We meet every family where they are. We’re proud to be an advocate for thousands of kids on the autism spectrum. When they feel isolated or misunderstood, we ’re here to make connections and make their voices heard. We know how tough it can be when your child isn ’t communicating, learning, or developing the way you always thought they would. At North Carolina Behavior, we ’re here for you. We ’ll nurture their rich inner world and help them enjoy and participate in the world around.
We may be the North Carolina’s top ABA agency, but for us, it’s always been about the people, not the numbers. We value every child for who they are. We meet every family where they are. We’re proud to be an advocate for thousands of kids on the autism spectrum. When they feel isolated or misunderstood, we ’re here to make connections and make their voices heard. We know how tough it can be when your child isn ’t communicating, learning, or developing the way you always thought they would. At North Carolina Behavior, we ’re here for you. We ’ll nurture their rich inner world and help them enjoy and participate in the world around.
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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.