Toddler Therapists in Weaverville, NC

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Emmi Lohrentz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Weaverville, NC 28787
Waitlist for new clients
It is natural for us to encounter bumps in the road every now and then. But sometimes, those bumps feel like mountains and it can feel like we’re stuck. I am here to walk with you and help you move forward in times like these. I believe deeply in the power of human connection in the path to healing and self-compassion. I understand the vulnerability that it can take to seek therapy. My goal in our work together is to create a safe space where you can bring your whole, authentic self. My work as a therapist is grounded in a client-centered approach, meaning that your goals will guide our work together.
It is natural for us to encounter bumps in the road every now and then. But sometimes, those bumps feel like mountains and it can feel like we’re stuck. I am here to walk with you and help you move forward in times like these. I believe deeply in the power of human connection in the path to healing and self-compassion. I understand the vulnerability that it can take to seek therapy. My goal in our work together is to create a safe space where you can bring your whole, authentic self. My work as a therapist is grounded in a client-centered approach, meaning that your goals will guide our work together.
(828) 374-1775 View (828) 374-1775
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Kristin C Goodman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Weaverville, NC 28787
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.
(828) 944-8494 View (828) 944-8494
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FFC-Asheville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, QS
Verified Verified
Weaverville, NC 28787
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.
(828) 367-1010 View (828) 367-1010
Dominique Huneycutt
Psychologist, PhD, JD
Verified Verified
Weaverville, NC 28787
(828) 475-4517 View (828) 475-4517

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Renee A Picone
LCSW Associate, MSW, LCSWA, LCASA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28806
Life comes with challenges, stressors and big emotions that can feel unmanageable. Therapy can provide support and empowerment for you to overcome these life challenges. As a clinical social worker, I have experience working with ages ranging from toddler to adult, LGBTQ+ and substance use. I believe in a person centered, strength-based approach with focus on modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, and emotional regulation.
Life comes with challenges, stressors and big emotions that can feel unmanageable. Therapy can provide support and empowerment for you to overcome these life challenges. As a clinical social worker, I have experience working with ages ranging from toddler to adult, LGBTQ+ and substance use. I believe in a person centered, strength-based approach with focus on modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, and emotional regulation.
(828) 680-8373 View (828) 680-8373
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Asheville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(828) 571-7133 View (828) 571-7133
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Amy Lorette Robichaud
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28806
Trying to manage daily life is hard work. If you have come here for relief and guidance, then I commend you. I have over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents and families in need. My specialty is in working with youth of all ages, as well as providing support to parents who wake up every morning and take on the toughest job in the world, which is raising kids. You are not alone. I am incredibly skilled at connecting with young people of all ages and I know how to build rapport quickly. Together we will find solutions that will help restore peace in your home and sanity in your life.
Trying to manage daily life is hard work. If you have come here for relief and guidance, then I commend you. I have over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents and families in need. My specialty is in working with youth of all ages, as well as providing support to parents who wake up every morning and take on the toughest job in the world, which is raising kids. You are not alone. I am incredibly skilled at connecting with young people of all ages and I know how to build rapport quickly. Together we will find solutions that will help restore peace in your home and sanity in your life.
(828) 383-9211 View (828) 383-9211
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Heather Ulrich
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28806
Dr. Ulrich is using the latest technology to provide a new way to support separated or divorced parents navigating their separation for the best interest of their children including co-parenting therapy and parenting coordination. Using secure video conferencing, Dr. Ulrich assists parents and families in navigating their current environments in a healthy, adaptive manner to minimize further conflict or trauma. Dr. Ulrich also provides remote parent coaching for a wide range of child problems and specializes in parenting support for developmental trauma, reactive attachment disorder, and adoption/foster care families.
Dr. Ulrich is using the latest technology to provide a new way to support separated or divorced parents navigating their separation for the best interest of their children including co-parenting therapy and parenting coordination. Using secure video conferencing, Dr. Ulrich assists parents and families in navigating their current environments in a healthy, adaptive manner to minimize further conflict or trauma. Dr. Ulrich also provides remote parent coaching for a wide range of child problems and specializes in parenting support for developmental trauma, reactive attachment disorder, and adoption/foster care families.
(828) 668-5332 View (828) 668-5332
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J Ann Lentini
MD
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
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.
(828) 782-0343 View (828) 782-0343
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Jonathan Jay Esslinger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
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.
(828) 457-8295 View (828) 457-8295
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Katie Ford
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
Life can be tough. You had expectations of what you thought life would be. What you thought it would be like to perhaps be a mother, to raise a child, and to connect with your family. You imagined it, maybe even dreamed about it. However now you find that living it is not what you expected. Or perhaps not as fulfilling as you had imagined and hoped for. You feel disconnected, and maybe even guilty or frustrated.
Life can be tough. You had expectations of what you thought life would be. What you thought it would be like to perhaps be a mother, to raise a child, and to connect with your family. You imagined it, maybe even dreamed about it. However now you find that living it is not what you expected. Or perhaps not as fulfilling as you had imagined and hoped for. You feel disconnected, and maybe even guilty or frustrated.
(828) 528-4240 View (828) 528-4240
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Blair Hamel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy can be useful to people from all walks of life. Attending therapy can be helpful for everyone. No matter how big or small your struggle, never hesitate to ask for help. I'm here to support you! I'm Dr. Blair Hamel and I have over nine years of experience helping children, teens, and adults in various clinical settings.
Therapy can be useful to people from all walks of life. Attending therapy can be helpful for everyone. No matter how big or small your struggle, never hesitate to ask for help. I'm here to support you! I'm Dr. Blair Hamel and I have over nine years of experience helping children, teens, and adults in various clinical settings.
(704) 769-2542 View (704) 769-2542
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Jennifer Gill
Counselor, LCMHCA, NBCC, MA
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28804
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.
(828) 989-6090 View (828) 989-6090
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Terryn Maher
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
Terryn Maher is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience working in enhanced levels of mental health care. She is passionate about helping young children who have been through trauma or major life changes utilizing play therapy, as well as adults who have identified issues that they find impact their everyday lives, relationships, and ability to parent in a healthy way. Terryn specializes in trauma-related issues, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, and anxiety disorders. Terryn completed her Master of Arts in Community Counseling at the University of North Carolina - Charlotte.
Terryn Maher is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience working in enhanced levels of mental health care. She is passionate about helping young children who have been through trauma or major life changes utilizing play therapy, as well as adults who have identified issues that they find impact their everyday lives, relationships, and ability to parent in a healthy way. Terryn specializes in trauma-related issues, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, and anxiety disorders. Terryn completed her Master of Arts in Community Counseling at the University of North Carolina - Charlotte.
(704) 396-4589 View (704) 396-4589
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Chiara Marrapodi
CCHt, HTI, HMI, BSc, MA
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801  (Online Only)
Do you feel stuck and don’t know how to move forward? Does it feel like you have tried many things but you have made little progress? Do you feel like you are not good enough? Are you looking for connection and have difficulty finding it and feeling it? My goal is to support you to discover a deeper and richer connection to yourself, the life you create and in your relationships. I specialize in reframing and releasing old traumas and patterns to find your authentic self and an aliveness and curiosity about life.
Do you feel stuck and don’t know how to move forward? Does it feel like you have tried many things but you have made little progress? Do you feel like you are not good enough? Are you looking for connection and have difficulty finding it and feeling it? My goal is to support you to discover a deeper and richer connection to yourself, the life you create and in your relationships. I specialize in reframing and releasing old traumas and patterns to find your authentic self and an aliveness and curiosity about life.
(760) 621-7925 View (760) 621-7925
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Jillian Kelly-Wavering
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
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.
(828) 827-5861 View (828) 827-5861
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Makayla Thompson
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
Navigating life while understanding and being in control of your emotions can be difficult. Although recovery may be tough it isn’t impossible and I would love to support you through this process. Therapy is helpful because not only will it help regulate these emotions and feelings but improve overall wellbeing as well.
Navigating life while understanding and being in control of your emotions can be difficult. Although recovery may be tough it isn’t impossible and I would love to support you through this process. Therapy is helpful because not only will it help regulate these emotions and feelings but improve overall wellbeing as well.
(828) 522-9866 View (828) 522-9866
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Jillian Krupp Martindale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
I specialize in shifting your relationship with anxiety. One of the bravest things you can do is to explore your own patterns and notice the ways they do or do not serve you. Maybe you keep hitting the same wall in your relationship to your self and with others. I commit to support you in noticing your strengths and finding compassion through depth work. Together we will grow joy and presence in your life, while learning to attend to, and possibly resolve, unhelpful feelings and patterns. I believe in finding space to be ok in our humanness, while also staying accountable for telling ourselves the truth.
I specialize in shifting your relationship with anxiety. One of the bravest things you can do is to explore your own patterns and notice the ways they do or do not serve you. Maybe you keep hitting the same wall in your relationship to your self and with others. I commit to support you in noticing your strengths and finding compassion through depth work. Together we will grow joy and presence in your life, while learning to attend to, and possibly resolve, unhelpful feelings and patterns. I believe in finding space to be ok in our humanness, while also staying accountable for telling ourselves the truth.
(828) 536-4291 View (828) 536-4291
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Sandy Van Horn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT200, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
I believe growth occurs when we courageously stay along the edges of our comfort zone and gently press into that boundary widening it inch by inch. I believe healing occurs when we fully allow ourselves to feel our pain, to sit with it, to befriend it, and to find out that it has edges and boundaries ... a beginning and an end. If you've been struggling with life - that can be big and small things - we can work together to identify challenges and build your capacity to move in the direction of optimal healing and wellness.
I believe growth occurs when we courageously stay along the edges of our comfort zone and gently press into that boundary widening it inch by inch. I believe healing occurs when we fully allow ourselves to feel our pain, to sit with it, to befriend it, and to find out that it has edges and boundaries ... a beginning and an end. If you've been struggling with life - that can be big and small things - we can work together to identify challenges and build your capacity to move in the direction of optimal healing and wellness.
(828) 268-3363 View (828) 268-3363
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Open Path Psychotherapy Collective
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, PhD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
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.
(828) 592-2517 View (828) 592-2517

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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.