Children (6 to 10) Therapists in Moorestown, NJ

I specialize in working with children, teenagers, and young adults who have experienced trauma or are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and low self-esteem. I like clients who are creative or will allow for me to help them heal through creativity. I like to work with families to best support their children and teenagers with their struggles.

Clients want dignified and empathetic experiences of therapy where they are always treated with respect, actively listened and attuned into, engage in a safe space, and therapeutic alliance created by the therapist. Clients will enjoy completing integrative in-session and between-session creative therapeutic activities, engaging in relaxation and self-care techniques, and receiving feedback as well as providing feedback for therapist while actively pursuing their journeys/goals in life and exploring different modalities of therapy (i.e. children, play therapy, teens, mindfulness, EMDR, couples and systemic models, trauma-focused, DB

Depression causes hopelessness. Anxiety affects work, family, relationships, enjoyment of life's simple pleasures. Exposure to trauma can cause a multitude of symptoms. If you are facing any of these stressors, if you are a survivor of/or witness to trauma, treatment can help. Through cognitive therapy, my clients have learned to overcome depression, anxiety, PTSD. I also treat individuals court mandated for treatment through Children and Youth Services, probation and parole, etc. Additionally I work with adolescents dealing with behavior concerns, referred by schools/families. Family/couples counseling is also available, as well as treatment for psychosis.

Are you puzzled by why your child seems different from other kids? Perhaps they struggle to make friends their age. Do you wish your child could have a more "normal" childhood, despite feeling guilty or embarrassed for thinking so? Functional family therapy aims to foster connection within your family by exploring shared perspectives. Whether delving into family trauma or simply providing a safe space for expressing feelings, you're not alone in facing these challenges. There's a supportive and inclusive space here for you and your family.

My ideal client would be the individual reading this who is ready to take the next step to betterment- YOU.

I believe that the therapeutic process is a valuable vehicle for positive change in a client's life. I help children, adolescents and adults find relief from depression, anxiety, and anger and develop coping skills to deal with the many stressors that life presents.

I work with individuals of all ages to achieve a greater sense of wellbeing. I believe that by learning behavioral skills clients can enhance their capabilities to live the life that they want to live. Our feelings are closely connected to how we perceive situations and if those perceptions are distorted or inaccurate it can lead to feelings of distress including anxiety and depression. By using evidenced based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy the connection between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can be explored to achieve more adaptive and accurate perspectives.

Life can be overwhelming when you are experiencing intense emotions, making tough decisions, adjusting to loss or transition, and caring for others—sometimes all at the same time. It is okay to struggle. When everything feels like too much, I am here to help with warmth, radical acceptance, and without judgement. I have supported many people facing challenges like emotional dysregulation, self-harm, stress, trauma, personality disorders, burnout, grief, low self-esteem, and high self-criticism. If you are ready to find support and start your healing journey, I would be honored to walk beside and support you.

At Serenity Counseling, we work to foster growth at every stage of life in a comfortable, relaxing, supportive environment. Our offices in Moorestown, Haddonfield and Cinnaminson offer both in-person and telehealth appointments.

Jessica is an Ordained Minister of Pastoral Care and is a Certified Temperament Counselor. She is currently working towards a Doctorate Degree in Clinical Christian Counseling. Jessica specializes in grief, depression, anxiety, anger, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and ADHD.

Taking new clients in October. Hope, positivity, and resiliency are achievable outcomes from therapy. To get there, I aim to create a safe and open space to allow for change and ultimate wellness. I believe the client is the expert, and I thrive working with people who want to feel more empowered in their own lives. I advocate for social justice with my clients and in the community, and part of that advocacy includes healthy boundaries and radical self-care. I am able to acknowledge my visible privilege and hold space for others' seen and unseen marginalized identities as we work through complex issues related to their unique lives.

I am an ordained minister of pastoral care and a certified temperament counselor working towards my Masters degree in clinical Christian counseling. I felt the Lord calling me into this field when I was 17 years old struggling with my own emotions. I didn't always feel understood by those around me which caused me to bottle up my emotions. My passion today is making children and teens feel heard and understood. My goal is to draw struggling teens and children closer to God while helping them discover who God created them to be.

Leah Annarelli is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2019. She received her Master in Social Work from Rutgers University. Leah utilizes a strengths-based approach that aims to provide a safe and nurturing environment for youth to find their voice, heal from past traumas, and develop a more healthy, positive sense of self. She is supportive and empathetic yet challenging in order to stimulate your thought process to reach your goals. Leah also uses a creative, play-based approach in order to heal your inner-child.

Dakhari Psychological Services, LLC works with very young children, school-aged kids, teenagers, young adults, and adults. Our clinicians address a range of needs and our passion is ignited by helping individuals to explore, develop, or even to enhance healthy patterns for living. We want you to cultivate self-esteem, fulfilling relationships, greater awareness, and meaningful life experiences. As therapists we value wellness and focus on healthy functioning. However, when life's journey leads you through difficult times we are here to help build hope, resilience, and lasting change.

Peace of Mind. The goal of therapy is the relief of emotional distress, empowering you to approach life challenges with a feeling of calm and increased competence. We can work to reduce anxiety, improve mood, learn coping skills and calming strategies. These tools can be applied to a variety of issues including parenting skills, childhood behavior, pregnancy, postpartum and motherhood, relationships, medical stressors, anxiety and depression. I am offering in-office sessions as well as telehealth video sessions to let you choose what is most helpful to you.

At LFC our core values are described in the acronym of R.E.A.C.H. R = Relationships: building a healthy relationship with Jesus to have healthy relationship with others. E = Empathy & Compassion: all our counselors have experienced their own trials and tribulations in life. A = Acceptance: We believe God created us all uniquely and all individuals respond differently to their environment, others and situations. C = Confidentiality: confidentiality is of utmost importance. H = Healing: the ultimate goal in our counseling is to bring healing to mind, body and spirit.

My name is Patricia M. Green and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 35 years of experience with young children, adolescents, adults and families. My Master's Degree in Social Work is from Rutgers University. I specialize in helping individuals, children and families impacted by trauma, depression, abuse/neglect, domestic violence, behavioral challenges, grief/loss, and various disabilities including ADHD, Autism, and Multiple Disabilities. I am Trauma-Focused Trained. I am behaviorally based so clients often learn strategies in sessions to practice, explore and carry over in their daily lives.

You can reach out to me for assistance if you look for someone who will listen attentively, respond with empathy and understanding of your needs, and expertly guide you towards finding your own unique solutions. Many of my clients deal with stress, anxiety, depression or trauma related to their families, relationships, jobs, or other situations. My traditional clients also seek help for stress related, chronic mental health issues, child behavior-or parenting problems, as well for dealing with or recovering from narcissistic abuse, stage of life problems, academic or career issues, chronic pain, and co-parenting issues.

When you are able to take the time and effort to learn about your responses to difficult situations, you become empowered to make choices. Healing from painful relationships, and facing life's daily challenges, are skills that are often learned by accident. Dealing with unfinished business, and, learning skills to manage stress and loss, at this painful time, can help you to prevent future difficulties. I am most interested in helping people to grow. I am able to bring over 35 years of experience to help you learn more about how to manage difficult feelings, thoughts, behaviors, and relationships.