Child Therapists in Altoona, PA
I am an experienced and empathic marriage/family therapist that provides services to individuals, couples, and families for issues including relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, parent/ child difficulties, co-parenting struggles, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and trauma/PTSD. I take pride in my ability to make people feel comfortable and safe. My office is a judgment-free space.
I am an experienced and empathic marriage/family therapist that provides services to individuals, couples, and families for issues including relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, parent/ child difficulties, co-parenting struggles, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and trauma/PTSD. I take pride in my ability to make people feel comfortable and safe. My office is a judgment-free space.
Bernadette Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Altoona, PA 16602
Hello! My name is Bernadette, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that you are the expert of your life and I am here to support and provide guidance while we work through your concerns. I work with children, teens and adults who have experienced trauma, who are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, low self-esteem, grief/loss and more.
Hello! My name is Bernadette, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that you are the expert of your life and I am here to support and provide guidance while we work through your concerns. I work with children, teens and adults who have experienced trauma, who are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, low self-esteem, grief/loss and more.
Dennisha Shaw-Gonzales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Altoona, PA 16602
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! I’m Dennisha, a licensed social worker offering outpatient therapy to school-aged children and adults. I use a trauma-informed, person-centered, and strengths-based approach to help you navigate life’s challenges. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, or trauma, I’m here to support you in building resilience and achieving your goals. My aim is to create a safe, empowering space where you can grow and thrive. Let’s work together to foster positive change and emotional well-being.
Hi! I’m Dennisha, a licensed social worker offering outpatient therapy to school-aged children and adults. I use a trauma-informed, person-centered, and strengths-based approach to help you navigate life’s challenges. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, or trauma, I’m here to support you in building resilience and achieving your goals. My aim is to create a safe, empowering space where you can grow and thrive. Let’s work together to foster positive change and emotional well-being.
Currently accepting new clients. Do you or your child struggle with stress and anxiety? Do you feel overwhelmed, sad, angry, or have low-self esteem? Does this affect the relationships around you? I help children, adolescents, adults and families strengthen relationships, regulate emotion and behavior management, and help build social and coping skills. I would love to work together with you to help overcome barriers and empower yourself to make positive changes.
Currently accepting new clients. Do you or your child struggle with stress and anxiety? Do you feel overwhelmed, sad, angry, or have low-self esteem? Does this affect the relationships around you? I help children, adolescents, adults and families strengthen relationships, regulate emotion and behavior management, and help build social and coping skills. I would love to work together with you to help overcome barriers and empower yourself to make positive changes.
Alison J Seltzer LPC LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LLC
Verified Verified
Altoona, PA 16602
It is a privilege to be an Outpatient Therapist. My clients are the BEST teachers. I would like to teach my clients to be their own therapists and/or to re-parent their parts to function in this world at their highest ability. I completely and thoroughly appreciate and am grateful for every moment even the not so good ones (usually the lesson we need to learn). I want to help my clients learn happiness comes from within, happiness is their responsibility and we ALL deserve to be happy and to feel loved and accepted. The journey is the challenge and turning challenges into opportunities is the goal.
It is a privilege to be an Outpatient Therapist. My clients are the BEST teachers. I would like to teach my clients to be their own therapists and/or to re-parent their parts to function in this world at their highest ability. I completely and thoroughly appreciate and am grateful for every moment even the not so good ones (usually the lesson we need to learn). I want to help my clients learn happiness comes from within, happiness is their responsibility and we ALL deserve to be happy and to feel loved and accepted. The journey is the challenge and turning challenges into opportunities is the goal.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Bishop Dr James Edgar Litzinger Jr
Pastoral Counselor, LCARC, LCSAC, LCMFC, LPPT, LCPT
Verified Verified
Altoona, PA 16601
A message to the client...I am here for you no matter how great or small the need is.The call is to help mend broken lives and ways of New beginnings.Everything is approached with Biblical standards and understanding.
A message to the client...I am here for you no matter how great or small the need is.The call is to help mend broken lives and ways of New beginnings.Everything is approached with Biblical standards and understanding.
Michael David Hollen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Altoona, PA 16602 (Online Only)
Hello! I am a licensed therapist practicing in Pennsylvania and working with a variety of clientele. I work with a variety of ages, from anyone from 12 and above. I'm also willing to work afternoons, weekends, and evenings to meet anyone where they need to be, should that be needed.
Hello! I am a licensed therapist practicing in Pennsylvania and working with a variety of clientele. I work with a variety of ages, from anyone from 12 and above. I'm also willing to work afternoons, weekends, and evenings to meet anyone where they need to be, should that be needed.
Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Altoona, PA 16601
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Clarissa (Lisa) Reed
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Altoona, PA 16602
I work with individuals and couples, from ages 14 to 85. I address issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief, drug and alcohol addiction, marital and relationship issues, positive communication, positive parenting, behavior modification, goal and career setting, self esteem, personality and relationship enhancement. My view of counseling is a helping process. Helping you make positive choices about what you want to be, have, do, and give to others, and live a happy life. I will help you learn about your personality type and cope with stressors and past traumas in a confidential, safe and accepting environment.
I work with individuals and couples, from ages 14 to 85. I address issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief, drug and alcohol addiction, marital and relationship issues, positive communication, positive parenting, behavior modification, goal and career setting, self esteem, personality and relationship enhancement. My view of counseling is a helping process. Helping you make positive choices about what you want to be, have, do, and give to others, and live a happy life. I will help you learn about your personality type and cope with stressors and past traumas in a confidential, safe and accepting environment.
Brad E Peters
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Altoona, PA 16602 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients! Let me introduce myself. My name is Bradley Peters. I have been a therapeutic specialist for over 17 years. I believe that everyone deserves to be heard and understood, especially during their toughest times. As a therapist, I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where my clients can openly express their emotions and concerns. My goal is to help them develop coping skills, overcome challenges, and find a sense of inner peace. It is an honor to walk alongside my clients on their journey towards healing and self-discovery.
Accepting New Clients! Let me introduce myself. My name is Bradley Peters. I have been a therapeutic specialist for over 17 years. I believe that everyone deserves to be heard and understood, especially during their toughest times. As a therapist, I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where my clients can openly express their emotions and concerns. My goal is to help them develop coping skills, overcome challenges, and find a sense of inner peace. It is an honor to walk alongside my clients on their journey towards healing and self-discovery.
Dr Mary Berge & Associates
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Altoona, PA 16601 (Online Only)
At Dr. Mary Berge and Associates, we offer individual, family, and relationship therapy treating issues, such as anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, behavioral issues, conflict resolution, anger management, trauma, and more. Our therapists are extensively trained to use a variety therapeutic models and techniques based on your needs, such as cognitive behavioral, existential, person centered, psychodynamic, family systems, IFS, EMDR, and more.
At Dr. Mary Berge and Associates, we offer individual, family, and relationship therapy treating issues, such as anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, behavioral issues, conflict resolution, anger management, trauma, and more. Our therapists are extensively trained to use a variety therapeutic models and techniques based on your needs, such as cognitive behavioral, existential, person centered, psychodynamic, family systems, IFS, EMDR, and more.
Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Altoona, PA 16602
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Online Therapists
Amber Kresovich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellefonte, PA 16823
Over the last 15 years I have had the pleasure of working with children, teens, families, and adults in school, home, community, and office settings. I strive to provide an environment that clients feel safe, supported, and validated. In turn, this will lead to a positive therapeutic relationship in which self-reflection and processing can take place. My goal is for you to recognize your strengths that I see in you and help uncover your hidden potential. I hope to help you, your child, or your family with whatever obstacles or challenges you may be facing.
Over the last 15 years I have had the pleasure of working with children, teens, families, and adults in school, home, community, and office settings. I strive to provide an environment that clients feel safe, supported, and validated. In turn, this will lead to a positive therapeutic relationship in which self-reflection and processing can take place. My goal is for you to recognize your strengths that I see in you and help uncover your hidden potential. I hope to help you, your child, or your family with whatever obstacles or challenges you may be facing.
My office is tailored specially for children.
Children need a safe space to express themselves and navigate their emotions. Together, we work towards developing coping strategies, fostering resilience, and enriching their emotional well-being. My goal is to empower them to overcome challenges and thrive, equipping them with the tools they need to navigate life's complexities confidently. Through play therapy, I facilitate a nurturing environment where children feel understood, supported, and encouraged to explore their feelings at their own pace.
My office is tailored specially for children.
Children need a safe space to express themselves and navigate their emotions. Together, we work towards developing coping strategies, fostering resilience, and enriching their emotional well-being. My goal is to empower them to overcome challenges and thrive, equipping them with the tools they need to navigate life's complexities confidently. Through play therapy, I facilitate a nurturing environment where children feel understood, supported, and encouraged to explore their feelings at their own pace.
Colin O'Grady
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Squirrel Hill, PA 15217
****Teletherapy Available****Hello and nice to meet you. I look forward to supporting your journey of problem solving, gaining insight and living a fuller life. Are your family members practicing "unhealthy" communication habits? Is your child, adolescent or college age student struggling in school? If so, counseling may be an option. I am a former School Counselor for 12 years, so I am well versed in a variety of school related issues such as academic and career counseling and personal or social difficulties.
****Teletherapy Available****Hello and nice to meet you. I look forward to supporting your journey of problem solving, gaining insight and living a fuller life. Are your family members practicing "unhealthy" communication habits? Is your child, adolescent or college age student struggling in school? If so, counseling may be an option. I am a former School Counselor for 12 years, so I am well versed in a variety of school related issues such as academic and career counseling and personal or social difficulties.
With experience in working with children, teenagers, families, and couples, I draw from a variety of proven methods, including Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT,) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DPT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and, Functional Family Therapy (FFT).
I am currently accepting new clients - in-person in our welcoming office space as well as virtually! I'm a graduate of the Wurzweiler School of Social Work and a licensed social worker in Pennsylvania. With a client-centered approach, I aim to empower my clients to harness their strengths for lasting improvements. Ready to embark on a journey of positive transformation? Let's work together to unlock your potential and create positive changes in your life. Contact me today to schedule your first session!
With experience in working with children, teenagers, families, and couples, I draw from a variety of proven methods, including Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT,) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DPT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and, Functional Family Therapy (FFT).
I am currently accepting new clients - in-person in our welcoming office space as well as virtually! I'm a graduate of the Wurzweiler School of Social Work and a licensed social worker in Pennsylvania. With a client-centered approach, I aim to empower my clients to harness their strengths for lasting improvements. Ready to embark on a journey of positive transformation? Let's work together to unlock your potential and create positive changes in your life. Contact me today to schedule your first session!
I have years of experience working specifically with children and adolescents with anxiety and OCD disorders.
Working with children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing OCD, anxiety, eating disorders and other life stressors.
I have years of experience working specifically with children and adolescents with anxiety and OCD disorders.
Working with children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing OCD, anxiety, eating disorders and other life stressors.
Tiffany is a mother and has served in ministry for years, volunteering in different capacities, but mostly working with children and teens.
Tiffany’s experience includes working as an addiction’s counselor, a caseworker, a TSS, and also includes work as a group care counselor in an adolescent group home all ranging between the years of 2010 to present. Tiffany has experience working with a variety of mental health needs including depression, anxiety, and grief. She is available for individual counseling with adults, teens, and children ages 8 and up. Tiffany desires to help client's meet their goals for treatment and help them take steps in their lives as they work through the events of their past and present.
Tiffany is a mother and has served in ministry for years, volunteering in different capacities, but mostly working with children and teens.
Tiffany’s experience includes working as an addiction’s counselor, a caseworker, a TSS, and also includes work as a group care counselor in an adolescent group home all ranging between the years of 2010 to present. Tiffany has experience working with a variety of mental health needs including depression, anxiety, and grief. She is available for individual counseling with adults, teens, and children ages 8 and up. Tiffany desires to help client's meet their goals for treatment and help them take steps in their lives as they work through the events of their past and present.
My areas of specialty: trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, life adjustments and emotional regulation with children.
Life can be overwhelming. It throws you curve balls, and sometimes it just feels hard to navigate. Maybe it’s a divorce, job change, becoming a parent, death in the family, or any other life transition. Life can bring us baggage and even though we think we have it contained, it can seep into other areas of our life that we are trying to navigate through. I work with people who want to understand themselves better so they can continue to thrive in life. I want to help empower you to find balance within yourself and learn to fine tune your ability to respond to situation in which you feel in control with better balance and regulation.
My areas of specialty: trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, life adjustments and emotional regulation with children.
Life can be overwhelming. It throws you curve balls, and sometimes it just feels hard to navigate. Maybe it’s a divorce, job change, becoming a parent, death in the family, or any other life transition. Life can bring us baggage and even though we think we have it contained, it can seep into other areas of our life that we are trying to navigate through. I work with people who want to understand themselves better so they can continue to thrive in life. I want to help empower you to find balance within yourself and learn to fine tune your ability to respond to situation in which you feel in control with better balance and regulation.
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Child psychologists in Altoona, PA provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Altoona build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Altoona build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.