Toddler Therapists in Port Washington, NY
My name is Rebecca Versaci. I am a psychotherapist and parenting coach with expertise in supporting children, adolescents, and families who are grieving the death of a loved one. As a creative, compassionate therapist and parent coach, I specialize in providing support for families who are navigating grief. This can be the grief experienced after the death of a loved one, the grief experienced after a big change within the family, such as a divorce or medical diagnosis. My aim is to provide a nurturing space for children to give voice to their unique grief story, and to help caregivers attune to the needs of their children.
My name is Rebecca Versaci. I am a psychotherapist and parenting coach with expertise in supporting children, adolescents, and families who are grieving the death of a loved one. As a creative, compassionate therapist and parent coach, I specialize in providing support for families who are navigating grief. This can be the grief experienced after the death of a loved one, the grief experienced after a big change within the family, such as a divorce or medical diagnosis. My aim is to provide a nurturing space for children to give voice to their unique grief story, and to help caregivers attune to the needs of their children.
Marni Siegel Tuch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Port Washington, NY 11050 (Online Only)
Parenting a young child can be challenging! I am a Licensed, Clinical Social Worker with 25 years experience working with young children and their families. I specialize in individual therapy with children and their parents to reach behavioral and therapeutic goals. My work addresses: • School concerns • Hitting and biting • Temper tantrums • Bed-time routines • Toilet training and toileting issues • Working through fears • Bereavement support • Special-education issues • Eating patterns • Social anxiety • Divorce/family changes. • Adoption •
Parenting a young child can be challenging! I am a Licensed, Clinical Social Worker with 25 years experience working with young children and their families. I specialize in individual therapy with children and their parents to reach behavioral and therapeutic goals. My work addresses: • School concerns • Hitting and biting • Temper tantrums • Bed-time routines • Toilet training and toileting issues • Working through fears • Bereavement support • Special-education issues • Eating patterns • Social anxiety • Divorce/family changes. • Adoption •
Dr Jaclyn M. Levy - Gold Coast Psychology, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Port Washington, NY 11050
Beginning therapy, whether you are going for the first time, or are restarting a process can feel difficult and even lonely. There is a never a "bad" time to take that first step, and finding the right therapist can help you make that long lasting change that you deserve. By building a relationship centered on safety, authenticity, and collaboration, I help to foster an environment where you can begin to explore, heal, and grow. My approach to psychotherapy is focused on finding a treatment that is tailored to your needs - not "one-size-fits-all."
Beginning therapy, whether you are going for the first time, or are restarting a process can feel difficult and even lonely. There is a never a "bad" time to take that first step, and finding the right therapist can help you make that long lasting change that you deserve. By building a relationship centered on safety, authenticity, and collaboration, I help to foster an environment where you can begin to explore, heal, and grow. My approach to psychotherapy is focused on finding a treatment that is tailored to your needs - not "one-size-fits-all."
Christina Fiorvanti
Psychologist, PhD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Washington, NY 11050 (Online Only)
Pregnancy and parenting through the early childhood years can be incredibly rewarding and incredibly challenging at the same time. I specialize in supporting families during the transition to parenthood through childhood. Whether you are experiencing the expected stress related to parenting in general or you have concerns about your child's development, behavior, mood, or sleep, I am happy to be part of your support team. I also have specialized certification in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C). We will work collaboratively to find unique solutions to support your family's needs and help you find the joy in parenting.
Pregnancy and parenting through the early childhood years can be incredibly rewarding and incredibly challenging at the same time. I specialize in supporting families during the transition to parenthood through childhood. Whether you are experiencing the expected stress related to parenting in general or you have concerns about your child's development, behavior, mood, or sleep, I am happy to be part of your support team. I also have specialized certification in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C). We will work collaboratively to find unique solutions to support your family's needs and help you find the joy in parenting.
Erin Shockey
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Port Washington, NY 11050
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to therapy is to create a warm, supportive, collaborative relationship with you or your child. I will work to fully understand where you are feeling "stuck" and then provide evidence-based treatments to help you get back on track. As a doctoral level practitioner, I am experienced in treating a wide range of behavioral and emotional issues: Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Tics/Tourette's, ADHD, Parenting Issues, and Social Issues.
My approach to therapy is to create a warm, supportive, collaborative relationship with you or your child. I will work to fully understand where you are feeling "stuck" and then provide evidence-based treatments to help you get back on track. As a doctoral level practitioner, I am experienced in treating a wide range of behavioral and emotional issues: Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Tics/Tourette's, ADHD, Parenting Issues, and Social Issues.
Deborah J Adler
Art Therapist, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Port Washington, NY 11050
I'm quite diverse in the clientele that I treat, but specialize in children and adults, with a wide range of medical and psychological needs such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism spectrum, behavior issues and more. Also, in working with adults and elderly clients with various medical conditions dealing with cancer, stroke, cerebral palsy, anxiety, depression, family issues etc, I cater to the needs of the client in a wholistic, humanistic style using creative arts.
I'm quite diverse in the clientele that I treat, but specialize in children and adults, with a wide range of medical and psychological needs such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism spectrum, behavior issues and more. Also, in working with adults and elderly clients with various medical conditions dealing with cancer, stroke, cerebral palsy, anxiety, depression, family issues etc, I cater to the needs of the client in a wholistic, humanistic style using creative arts.
Lori Zlotoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Port Washington, NY 11050
Waitlist for new clients
Are you or your child: Emotionally exhausted? Struggling socially? Having a hard time in school or work? Unable to express themselves? Anxious? Experiencing a major life change? Experienced a trauma? Nervous about going to camp? The victim of bullying or conflictual sibling relationships? Being the bully? Struggling with learning disabilities or ADHD? Unable to communicate properly? A sibling of a child with a disability? Are you ready to make a change? If you answer yes to these questions, you and/or your child are ready to get to work!
Are you or your child: Emotionally exhausted? Struggling socially? Having a hard time in school or work? Unable to express themselves? Anxious? Experiencing a major life change? Experienced a trauma? Nervous about going to camp? The victim of bullying or conflictual sibling relationships? Being the bully? Struggling with learning disabilities or ADHD? Unable to communicate properly? A sibling of a child with a disability? Are you ready to make a change? If you answer yes to these questions, you and/or your child are ready to get to work!
I have immediate openings to assist those that need assistance during this difficult time.. I offer tele-therapy through private and secure video and/or phone sessions. Contact us for a free 10 minute consultation to gain a preliminary understanding of your situation and concerns. .We can help guide you to get appropriate support and resources.
I have immediate openings to assist those that need assistance during this difficult time.. I offer tele-therapy through private and secure video and/or phone sessions. Contact us for a free 10 minute consultation to gain a preliminary understanding of your situation and concerns. .We can help guide you to get appropriate support and resources.
Clark R. Goldstein, Ph.D., is the founder of Growth Psychology, P.C. He is a former Clinical Assistant Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the NYU School of Medicine at the Child Study Center. He specializes in the evaluation and treatment of anxiety and mood disorders in children, teens, and adults. Previously, Dr. Goldstein served as a clinical psychologist at the Child Mind Institute where he worked with children, adults, and their families working to overcome anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues. His responsibilities also included training and supervision of advanced doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows.
Clark R. Goldstein, Ph.D., is the founder of Growth Psychology, P.C. He is a former Clinical Assistant Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the NYU School of Medicine at the Child Study Center. He specializes in the evaluation and treatment of anxiety and mood disorders in children, teens, and adults. Previously, Dr. Goldstein served as a clinical psychologist at the Child Mind Institute where he worked with children, adults, and their families working to overcome anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues. His responsibilities also included training and supervision of advanced doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows.
Patricia Newmark-Carren, LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Port Washington, NY 11050
Together we will identify and modify existing actions and behaviors to move off "dead center." We'll find a more productive and positive place that works for you. Working from a strength based perspective will enable individuals, families, children and their parents to meet life's challenges better. My many years of experience will facilitate the process.
Together we will identify and modify existing actions and behaviors to move off "dead center." We'll find a more productive and positive place that works for you. Working from a strength based perspective will enable individuals, families, children and their parents to meet life's challenges better. My many years of experience will facilitate the process.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, sexual dysfunction, or relationship issues? Regardless of the severity of your problems, I am confident that I can help. Often clients are reluctant to contact a psychologist because they are afraid of what to expect. Meeting with me is in many ways like talking to a knowledgeable, good friend. You will quickly see that I love being a clinical psychologist. I limit the number of clients I see each week so that each person receives the optimal level of personalized care.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, sexual dysfunction, or relationship issues? Regardless of the severity of your problems, I am confident that I can help. Often clients are reluctant to contact a psychologist because they are afraid of what to expect. Meeting with me is in many ways like talking to a knowledgeable, good friend. You will quickly see that I love being a clinical psychologist. I limit the number of clients I see each week so that each person receives the optimal level of personalized care.
Seeking help is not always easy, but I have found that most patients end up feeling relieved and more optimistic once they have taken that first step. As a therapist, I try my best to make you feel comfortable and understood. I work in a supportive, interactive, and collaborative manner and it is my goal to help you develop tools, right from the start, to help you manage your situation as we continue to get to know one another. I have over 15-years experience working with adults, adolescents and young families with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, difficult transitions, stress, and parenting challenges.
Seeking help is not always easy, but I have found that most patients end up feeling relieved and more optimistic once they have taken that first step. As a therapist, I try my best to make you feel comfortable and understood. I work in a supportive, interactive, and collaborative manner and it is my goal to help you develop tools, right from the start, to help you manage your situation as we continue to get to know one another. I have over 15-years experience working with adults, adolescents and young families with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, difficult transitions, stress, and parenting challenges.
The journey of life is one filled with joy, happiness, sadness, disappointments, loss and renewal. I feel my goal as a psychologist is to enable a child, adolescent, young adult, and adult find the strength to review life's troubling issues and form new perceptions which enables different outlooks on problems. I feel the only problems in life are situations that can not be resolved. Many times the resolutions are not what we thought life would offer us, but that is what we have. Books written by Dr. Pitta: "Solving Modern Family Dilemmas: An Assimilative Therapy Approach" and " Integrative Couples Therapy".
The journey of life is one filled with joy, happiness, sadness, disappointments, loss and renewal. I feel my goal as a psychologist is to enable a child, adolescent, young adult, and adult find the strength to review life's troubling issues and form new perceptions which enables different outlooks on problems. I feel the only problems in life are situations that can not be resolved. Many times the resolutions are not what we thought life would offer us, but that is what we have. Books written by Dr. Pitta: "Solving Modern Family Dilemmas: An Assimilative Therapy Approach" and " Integrative Couples Therapy".
With all the therapists out there, why see me? 1) I have trained and supervised hundreds of psychologists, so you are seeing an expert 2) I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, am a tenured psychology professor at Long Island University, with 20 years of clinical experience 3) I am a cognitive-behavioral (CBT) psychologist and the developer of Independence Therapy for child and adolescent anxiety 4) I am a recognized expert, having appeared on MSNBC, Parents magazine, the NY Times, the Washington Post and other media outlets.
With all the therapists out there, why see me? 1) I have trained and supervised hundreds of psychologists, so you are seeing an expert 2) I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, am a tenured psychology professor at Long Island University, with 20 years of clinical experience 3) I am a cognitive-behavioral (CBT) psychologist and the developer of Independence Therapy for child and adolescent anxiety 4) I am a recognized expert, having appeared on MSNBC, Parents magazine, the NY Times, the Washington Post and other media outlets.
The 13th Child Autism & Behavioral Coaching, Inc
MSEd, BCBA
Verified Verified
Port Washington, NY 11050
The 13th Child Autism & Behavioral Coaching, Inc. is a consulting company focused on those living with Autism Spectrum Disorder & other socio-behavioral uniqueness. Direct teaching is available in a 1-1 setting within the home or school, as well as incidental teaching in the natural environment of classrooms and households. We focus on children, teens and adults that struggle academically, behaviorally and socially.
The 13th Child Autism & Behavioral Coaching, Inc. is a consulting company focused on those living with Autism Spectrum Disorder & other socio-behavioral uniqueness. Direct teaching is available in a 1-1 setting within the home or school, as well as incidental teaching in the natural environment of classrooms and households. We focus on children, teens and adults that struggle academically, behaviorally and socially.
Elizabeth Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Port Washington, NY 11050 (Online Only)
Elizabeth Kaplan, LCSW works with children, adolescents, young adults, and families who are experiencing an array of life transitions, social stressors, anxiety, depression and conflicts in relationships and friendships. It can be challenging for children as they enter adolescence and experience new life situations. Elizabeth works with her clients to provide effective and productive coping skills that they can use when navigating their busy day to day lives.
Elizabeth Kaplan, LCSW works with children, adolescents, young adults, and families who are experiencing an array of life transitions, social stressors, anxiety, depression and conflicts in relationships and friendships. It can be challenging for children as they enter adolescence and experience new life situations. Elizabeth works with her clients to provide effective and productive coping skills that they can use when navigating their busy day to day lives.
Dr. Sazer is a licensed clinical psychologist with nearly thirty years working in the public school sector at all levels from pre-kindergarten through high school as well as in private practice. She works with children, adolescents, and adults, treating a wide range of behavioral, adjustment, and emotional difficulties. Dr. Sazer is committed to compassionate care for her patients and is dedicated to helping them attain their personal goals. Dr. Sazer earned her doctorate from Hofstra University.
Dr. Sazer is a licensed clinical psychologist with nearly thirty years working in the public school sector at all levels from pre-kindergarten through high school as well as in private practice. She works with children, adolescents, and adults, treating a wide range of behavioral, adjustment, and emotional difficulties. Dr. Sazer is committed to compassionate care for her patients and is dedicated to helping them attain their personal goals. Dr. Sazer earned her doctorate from Hofstra University.
Ellie Mental Health Manhasset / Great Neck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Port Washington, NY 11050
We have immediate openings with an amazing team of therapists! Ellie Mental Health in Manhasset / Great Neck, New York, is proud to serve the Long Island community, dedicated to making high-quality mental health care accessible for all. We believe in a stigma-free, judgment-free environment where everyone can show up as their authentic selves. Mental health care is for everyone—it’s a vital part of holistic wellness. Whether you’re facing life’s challenges or just want to check in on your well-being, confidential support from our compassionate, qualified therapists can help you become your best self.
We have immediate openings with an amazing team of therapists! Ellie Mental Health in Manhasset / Great Neck, New York, is proud to serve the Long Island community, dedicated to making high-quality mental health care accessible for all. We believe in a stigma-free, judgment-free environment where everyone can show up as their authentic selves. Mental health care is for everyone—it’s a vital part of holistic wellness. Whether you’re facing life’s challenges or just want to check in on your well-being, confidential support from our compassionate, qualified therapists can help you become your best self.
I want to begin by applauding your initiative in seeking counseling services. Acknowledging the need for help and reaching out is a commendable and courageous step. It demonstrates self-awareness and a willingness to prioritize your well-being. I want to help individuals manage ADHD, Relationship and Interpersonal issues, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, Stress, Burnout, and more.
I want to begin by applauding your initiative in seeking counseling services. Acknowledging the need for help and reaching out is a commendable and courageous step. It demonstrates self-awareness and a willingness to prioritize your well-being. I want to help individuals manage ADHD, Relationship and Interpersonal issues, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, Stress, Burnout, and more.
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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.