Toddler Therapists in Somerville, NJ
Taylar Kelly - Blueprint Mental Health
Licensed Social Worker , LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somerville, NJ 08876
Blueprint Mental Health offers specialized outpatient counseling services for children, teens, and adults. We offer in person sessions in Somerville, New Jersey and virtual sessions anywhere in the state. Our expert team is dedicated to providing tailored support and guidance to individuals navigating through various mental health challenges. From anxiety and depression to behavioral issues and trauma, we offer comprehensive solutions to promote healing and well-being. Explore our website to learn more about our approach, services, and how we can support you or your loved ones on the journey to mental wellness.
Blueprint Mental Health offers specialized outpatient counseling services for children, teens, and adults. We offer in person sessions in Somerville, New Jersey and virtual sessions anywhere in the state. Our expert team is dedicated to providing tailored support and guidance to individuals navigating through various mental health challenges. From anxiety and depression to behavioral issues and trauma, we offer comprehensive solutions to promote healing and well-being. Explore our website to learn more about our approach, services, and how we can support you or your loved ones on the journey to mental wellness.
Being a therapist for twenty plus years, it always fascinates me to watch someone overcome their difficulties and find peace and joy in their life. I hope you will allow me to assist you in your journey! I have experience working with individuals, couples and families and have been trained in a wide variety of techniques. I utilize an eclectic approach and the methods are driven by your needs. I have a direct, nurturing approach and feel that a good relationship between us is crucial to the therapeutic process.
Being a therapist for twenty plus years, it always fascinates me to watch someone overcome their difficulties and find peace and joy in their life. I hope you will allow me to assist you in your journey! I have experience working with individuals, couples and families and have been trained in a wide variety of techniques. I utilize an eclectic approach and the methods are driven by your needs. I have a direct, nurturing approach and feel that a good relationship between us is crucial to the therapeutic process.
Stress has brought you here, and together we will pave the path toward reducing that stress. I am passionate about working with children, teens, and adults. Whether it is anxiety that paralyzes you, depression that isolates you, or relationship stress that weighs you down, there is hope in the therapeutic process to change and renew your life. In the safe, compassionate environment I provide you will begin to work through those thoughts, feelings, and patterns holding you back from the happiness you so deserve.
Stress has brought you here, and together we will pave the path toward reducing that stress. I am passionate about working with children, teens, and adults. Whether it is anxiety that paralyzes you, depression that isolates you, or relationship stress that weighs you down, there is hope in the therapeutic process to change and renew your life. In the safe, compassionate environment I provide you will begin to work through those thoughts, feelings, and patterns holding you back from the happiness you so deserve.
Are you interested in developing a more compassionate and meaningful relationship with yourself, your children, or life in general? Are you interested in learning from your symptoms in addition to suffering less from them? Do you wish to be the kind of parent that helps your child to develop the depth of self-worth and self-awareness that build resilience and life-skills? Are you seeking therapeutic support for yourself or your child that goes beyond symptom management and helps you/your child to thrive?
Are you interested in developing a more compassionate and meaningful relationship with yourself, your children, or life in general? Are you interested in learning from your symptoms in addition to suffering less from them? Do you wish to be the kind of parent that helps your child to develop the depth of self-worth and self-awareness that build resilience and life-skills? Are you seeking therapeutic support for yourself or your child that goes beyond symptom management and helps you/your child to thrive?
Samantha Zelnock - Blueprint Mental Health
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somerville, NJ 08876
Blueprint Mental Health offers specialized outpatient counseling services for children, teens, and adults. We offer in person sessions in Somerville, New Jersey and virtual sessions anywhere in the state. Our expert team is dedicated to providing tailored support and guidance to individuals navigating through various mental health challenges. From anxiety and depression to behavioral issues and trauma, we offer comprehensive solutions to promote healing and well-being. Explore our website to learn more about our approach, services, and how we can support you or your loved ones on the journey to mental wellness.
Blueprint Mental Health offers specialized outpatient counseling services for children, teens, and adults. We offer in person sessions in Somerville, New Jersey and virtual sessions anywhere in the state. Our expert team is dedicated to providing tailored support and guidance to individuals navigating through various mental health challenges. From anxiety and depression to behavioral issues and trauma, we offer comprehensive solutions to promote healing and well-being. Explore our website to learn more about our approach, services, and how we can support you or your loved ones on the journey to mental wellness.
Cara Tilghman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Somerville, NJ 08876
I have been working with adults, teenagers, young children, and families as a whole for many years, using a positive strengths-based approach. I specialize in a number of evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for adults and teenagers, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Sandplay Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and general behavioral modification for younger children and adolescents. I am committed to helping people of all ages with a range of challenges such as sells-harm, suicidal ideation, divorce, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, school refusal, trauma, attachment/adjustment difficulties, oppositional behaviors, and general family conflict.
I have been working with adults, teenagers, young children, and families as a whole for many years, using a positive strengths-based approach. I specialize in a number of evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for adults and teenagers, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Sandplay Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and general behavioral modification for younger children and adolescents. I am committed to helping people of all ages with a range of challenges such as sells-harm, suicidal ideation, divorce, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, school refusal, trauma, attachment/adjustment difficulties, oppositional behaviors, and general family conflict.
MKF Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Somerville, NJ 08876
Welcome to MKF Counseling! We know that life can be difficult at times, and seeking help can be scary. At MKF Counseling, we aim to create a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere so that you can feel truly comfortable in talking with someone in how to better take care of you and meet your individual needs. We also know that each individual is unique and has their own way of meeting their goals. Each of our therapists is unique in their own style and we will work with you to match you with the right therapist so that together you can be on your way to becoming the best version of you. Visit us in one of our 2 locations.
Welcome to MKF Counseling! We know that life can be difficult at times, and seeking help can be scary. At MKF Counseling, we aim to create a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere so that you can feel truly comfortable in talking with someone in how to better take care of you and meet your individual needs. We also know that each individual is unique and has their own way of meeting their goals. Each of our therapists is unique in their own style and we will work with you to match you with the right therapist so that together you can be on your way to becoming the best version of you. Visit us in one of our 2 locations.
Rebecca (Olszyk) Hartman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Somerville, NJ 08876
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in psychotherapy and assessment of preschoolers, children, teens, and college students who present with concerns such as social problems, school difficulties, ADHD, self-esteem issues, autism spectrum disorders, trauma history, divorce, as well as mood and anxiety disorders. I also work with motivated adults who seek to improve their lives through psychotherapy. I can help you to learn about diagnoses, understand child development, and provide strategies to help with problem behavior. I also help children become aware of their actions, relate better socially, work through feelings, and improve problem solving skills.
I specialize in psychotherapy and assessment of preschoolers, children, teens, and college students who present with concerns such as social problems, school difficulties, ADHD, self-esteem issues, autism spectrum disorders, trauma history, divorce, as well as mood and anxiety disorders. I also work with motivated adults who seek to improve their lives through psychotherapy. I can help you to learn about diagnoses, understand child development, and provide strategies to help with problem behavior. I also help children become aware of their actions, relate better socially, work through feelings, and improve problem solving skills.
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Services offered can be provided in-home, center-based, virtual training/teletherapy, routine-based intervention (birthday parties, haircuts, bike riding) and infant/ toddler developmental coaching.
Founder of Devoted to Kids, Jennifer Luongo has 23 years of experience in the field of pediatrics with an advanced Master's Degree in occupational therapy. She is dedicated to providing the most comprehensive and holistic intervention for her clients and their families. Her experience ranges from infants to young adults with autism spectrum disorder, low muscle tone, global developmental delays, cerebral palsy, developmental coordination disorder, ADHD and more. Devoted to Kids is focused on maximizing a child’s full potential in the areas of sensory processing, self-regulation, executive functioning, coordination, strength, etc.
Services offered can be provided in-home, center-based, virtual training/teletherapy, routine-based intervention (birthday parties, haircuts, bike riding) and infant/ toddler developmental coaching.
Founder of Devoted to Kids, Jennifer Luongo has 23 years of experience in the field of pediatrics with an advanced Master's Degree in occupational therapy. She is dedicated to providing the most comprehensive and holistic intervention for her clients and their families. Her experience ranges from infants to young adults with autism spectrum disorder, low muscle tone, global developmental delays, cerebral palsy, developmental coordination disorder, ADHD and more. Devoted to Kids is focused on maximizing a child’s full potential in the areas of sensory processing, self-regulation, executive functioning, coordination, strength, etc.
I have experience working with people of all ages and stages in life. Imagine meeting someone who understands you and can help you sort through life’s twists and turns. From young children to older adults and couples I have an eclectic approach to suit the needs of each individual client. My office is a safe and comfortable space where clients feel supported while they learn effective coping skills.
I have experience working with people of all ages and stages in life. Imagine meeting someone who understands you and can help you sort through life’s twists and turns. From young children to older adults and couples I have an eclectic approach to suit the needs of each individual client. My office is a safe and comfortable space where clients feel supported while they learn effective coping skills.
In these stressful times, feelings of anxiety and isolation can be overwhelming. I am here to support you. I can help you cope with all your stress, whether you feel depressed, anxious, disconnected ... or just feel like you are stuck where you are. Together we can explore strategies to help you manage your feelings, what's getting in your way, and uncover ways you can begin to move forward. We can develop a treatment plan with goals that are both meaningful and achievable. Then I can help you understand where you are, decide where you want to be, and very importantly, how to get there. Call me for a consultation to get going!
In these stressful times, feelings of anxiety and isolation can be overwhelming. I am here to support you. I can help you cope with all your stress, whether you feel depressed, anxious, disconnected ... or just feel like you are stuck where you are. Together we can explore strategies to help you manage your feelings, what's getting in your way, and uncover ways you can begin to move forward. We can develop a treatment plan with goals that are both meaningful and achievable. Then I can help you understand where you are, decide where you want to be, and very importantly, how to get there. Call me for a consultation to get going!
Holistic Health Counseling Center
Psychologist, PhD, CG
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bridgewater, NJ 08807 (Online Only)
Art Therapy Groups are open now. We provide Counseling, Psychotherapy and Art Therapy to adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families. Using a holistic approach to mental health and a client-centered approach to therapy, we use a wide range of therapeutic techniques and interventions to help you overcome the issues that brought you to therapy. Effective therapy is collaborative and interactive. We are here to help you feel better and overcome obstacles with the tools and techniques you need to move forward positively in your life.
Art Therapy Groups are open now. We provide Counseling, Psychotherapy and Art Therapy to adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families. Using a holistic approach to mental health and a client-centered approach to therapy, we use a wide range of therapeutic techniques and interventions to help you overcome the issues that brought you to therapy. Effective therapy is collaborative and interactive. We are here to help you feel better and overcome obstacles with the tools and techniques you need to move forward positively in your life.
As a music therapist and psychodramatist, I support and foster my clients' innate spontaneity and creativity, which are powerful resources for growth, change, and healing. In my 20 years of clinical work, I have extensive experience helping children, teens, and adults who are coping with difficult family situations, children and teens who have experienced trauma, and children and teens with autism spectrum disorder or other neurodevelopmental disabilities. My practice also includes work with adults who are seeking to develop new alternatives for living, wanting to break free from old, unhealthy patterns that are no longer helpful.
As a music therapist and psychodramatist, I support and foster my clients' innate spontaneity and creativity, which are powerful resources for growth, change, and healing. In my 20 years of clinical work, I have extensive experience helping children, teens, and adults who are coping with difficult family situations, children and teens who have experienced trauma, and children and teens with autism spectrum disorder or other neurodevelopmental disabilities. My practice also includes work with adults who are seeking to develop new alternatives for living, wanting to break free from old, unhealthy patterns that are no longer helpful.
Olive Branch Therapy Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raritan, NJ 08869
We’re pleased you’ve made your first step towards healing. We understand that seeking help, whether for yourself or for your children isn’t always easy. Unfortunately, life doesn’t come with a user’s manual, and when times get tough, many of us are left feeling confused, angry, depressed and helpless. While we can’t provide you with a magical user’s manual to life, we can offer you an ancient symbol of peace, an olive branch. We want to help you extend that olive branch to not only the important relationships in your life but to yourself as well. Because at the end of the day, we all deserve inner peace.
We’re pleased you’ve made your first step towards healing. We understand that seeking help, whether for yourself or for your children isn’t always easy. Unfortunately, life doesn’t come with a user’s manual, and when times get tough, many of us are left feeling confused, angry, depressed and helpless. While we can’t provide you with a magical user’s manual to life, we can offer you an ancient symbol of peace, an olive branch. We want to help you extend that olive branch to not only the important relationships in your life but to yourself as well. Because at the end of the day, we all deserve inner peace.
Dr. Hui Shi Jiang | 3E Center Inc
Psychologist, PsyD, LP, NASP
Verified Verified
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Are you seeking to truly understand your child’s educational or behavioral needs? Do you feel there is a gap between the guidance provided by professionals and what a school can do for your child? Are you frustrated by the lack of communication among various providers, leaving you to coordinate all the support your child needs? With extensive training in both psychology and education, I am uniquely positioned to understand your child’s challenges. Formerly a teacher and a teacher educator, and now a licensed psychologist, I am uniquely positioned to understand your child’s challenges, both at home and in school.
Are you seeking to truly understand your child’s educational or behavioral needs? Do you feel there is a gap between the guidance provided by professionals and what a school can do for your child? Are you frustrated by the lack of communication among various providers, leaving you to coordinate all the support your child needs? With extensive training in both psychology and education, I am uniquely positioned to understand your child’s challenges. Formerly a teacher and a teacher educator, and now a licensed psychologist, I am uniquely positioned to understand your child’s challenges, both at home and in school.
For over 30 years CPS works hard at getting you and your family the results you need. Specialties include EMDR, bipolar disorder, OCD, panic disorders, anxieties, depression, and trauma and addiction. We work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Iwe offer a solution oriented motivvating approach with an emphasis on skill building through Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (CBT, DBT). We help develop effective strategies to cope with stress, build self_esteem and improve relationships. We offer Group therapy, Mindfulness, EMDR, Play and Sand Therapy, Hypnotherapy and mediation/divorce coaching.
For over 30 years CPS works hard at getting you and your family the results you need. Specialties include EMDR, bipolar disorder, OCD, panic disorders, anxieties, depression, and trauma and addiction. We work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Iwe offer a solution oriented motivvating approach with an emphasis on skill building through Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (CBT, DBT). We help develop effective strategies to cope with stress, build self_esteem and improve relationships. We offer Group therapy, Mindfulness, EMDR, Play and Sand Therapy, Hypnotherapy and mediation/divorce coaching.
I am a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at the Doctoral level at Behavior Therapy Associates. I am also the Program Director of the HI-STEP® Summer Social Skills Program: Pennington Location, an intensive 5-week day program for children to improve social emotional learning. I have expertise providing individual, family, and group therapy to children, adolescents and adults.
I am a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at the Doctoral level at Behavior Therapy Associates. I am also the Program Director of the HI-STEP® Summer Social Skills Program: Pennington Location, an intensive 5-week day program for children to improve social emotional learning. I have expertise providing individual, family, and group therapy to children, adolescents and adults.
Michele C McEntee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Raritan, NJ 08869
Waitlist for new clients
*I am currently accepting client's for a 4-5 month waiting list only* I have over 16 years of experience working with children, adolescents and families. I am strength based, solution focused and strive to empower you to build on what is already working in life. I am trained to work with children ages 0-5 and have an expertise with struggling teens. Whether it be life situations, depression, anxiety or trauma, I will partner with you to improve general happiness and well being.
*I am currently accepting client's for a 4-5 month waiting list only* I have over 16 years of experience working with children, adolescents and families. I am strength based, solution focused and strive to empower you to build on what is already working in life. I am trained to work with children ages 0-5 and have an expertise with struggling teens. Whether it be life situations, depression, anxiety or trauma, I will partner with you to improve general happiness and well being.
Life is filled with many opportunities as well as challenges. My goal is to help children and adolescents recognize and seize those opportunities and overcome any challenges and obstacles that get in their way. By helping them create a positive mindset, build effective coping strategies, and expand their repertoire of problem-solving skills, they can live a healthy, satisfying, and successful social and academic life. The earlier these skills are cultivated within the child or adolescent, the greater the opportunities to practice and utilize them to their benefit.
Life is filled with many opportunities as well as challenges. My goal is to help children and adolescents recognize and seize those opportunities and overcome any challenges and obstacles that get in their way. By helping them create a positive mindset, build effective coping strategies, and expand their repertoire of problem-solving skills, they can live a healthy, satisfying, and successful social and academic life. The earlier these skills are cultivated within the child or adolescent, the greater the opportunities to practice and utilize them to their benefit.
Are you feeling worried or unable to fully enjoy previous hobbies or interests that you once looked forward to? Or are you a parent of a child who is struggling emotionally or behaviorally in school or at home? It takes a great amount of strength to admit an answer to any of these, let alone seek therapy. I admire the courage of each and every person who makes the decision to come to therapy. My experience involves providing individual, group, and school counseling services to children as young as 2 years old, adolescents, young adults, and adults. I have unique experience in working with individuals on the autism spectrum.
Are you feeling worried or unable to fully enjoy previous hobbies or interests that you once looked forward to? Or are you a parent of a child who is struggling emotionally or behaviorally in school or at home? It takes a great amount of strength to admit an answer to any of these, let alone seek therapy. I admire the courage of each and every person who makes the decision to come to therapy. My experience involves providing individual, group, and school counseling services to children as young as 2 years old, adolescents, young adults, and adults. I have unique experience in working with individuals on the autism spectrum.
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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.