Toddler Therapists in Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new clients. Navigating mental health challenges can be overwhelming. Does your teenager need strategies to handle anxiety, depression, ADHD, or tics/Tourette Syndrome? Does your toddler need help with sleep, behavior, tantrums, toileting, or eating? Does your child need help adjusting to big changes: a new school, problems with friends, divorce, or a new and confusing medical diagnosis like diabetes, epilepsy, or migraines? Or perhaps you just need a place to talk, process, and grow? I have helped families navigate these challenges and more, creating space for positivity, warmth, gratitude, flexibility, and bravery.
Accepting new clients. Navigating mental health challenges can be overwhelming. Does your teenager need strategies to handle anxiety, depression, ADHD, or tics/Tourette Syndrome? Does your toddler need help with sleep, behavior, tantrums, toileting, or eating? Does your child need help adjusting to big changes: a new school, problems with friends, divorce, or a new and confusing medical diagnosis like diabetes, epilepsy, or migraines? Or perhaps you just need a place to talk, process, and grow? I have helped families navigate these challenges and more, creating space for positivity, warmth, gratitude, flexibility, and bravery.
I am Mark, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Philadelphia, holding licenses in both Pennsylvania and California. With 20 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to helping children and families navigate the challenges that impact their health and happiness. Most of my career was spent working for a nonprofit agency that serves trauma-impacted children and families in the San Francisco Bay Area. Through this work, I have come to understand both the grave impact of trauma and the healing power of psychotherapy.
I am Mark, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Philadelphia, holding licenses in both Pennsylvania and California. With 20 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to helping children and families navigate the challenges that impact their health and happiness. Most of my career was spent working for a nonprofit agency that serves trauma-impacted children and families in the San Francisco Bay Area. Through this work, I have come to understand both the grave impact of trauma and the healing power of psychotherapy.
I have been in practice for eighteen years. I work deeply and compassionately with patients focusing on the underlying issues of many common psychological problems. Therapist and patient work together to discover both positive and negative feelings about oneself, and what gets in the way of feeling good and making positive and healthy choices. This includes within oneself as well as in relationships. I work extensively with patients with health issues, especially cancer patients. I know how deep the changes that come from working this way can be, and have faith in the enormous benefit to patients.
I have been in practice for eighteen years. I work deeply and compassionately with patients focusing on the underlying issues of many common psychological problems. Therapist and patient work together to discover both positive and negative feelings about oneself, and what gets in the way of feeling good and making positive and healthy choices. This includes within oneself as well as in relationships. I work extensively with patients with health issues, especially cancer patients. I know how deep the changes that come from working this way can be, and have faith in the enormous benefit to patients.
Suzanne Eileen Elia-Hoyes
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC, NCC, LBS, BCBA
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
Over the last 24 years, as I have worked towards my graduate and post-graduate degrees and certifications, I have gained a wealth of experiences. These include exposure to various personalities, cultures, backgrounds, disabilities, and socioeconomic statuses. I have had the privilege of working as a professional school counselor, a licensed professional counselor in a school setting and in private practice, and a BCBA. These roles have allowed me to respond to the needs of diverse individuals, including those considered “at-risk” and those with special needs, through the primary interventions of individual and small group counseling
Over the last 24 years, as I have worked towards my graduate and post-graduate degrees and certifications, I have gained a wealth of experiences. These include exposure to various personalities, cultures, backgrounds, disabilities, and socioeconomic statuses. I have had the privilege of working as a professional school counselor, a licensed professional counselor in a school setting and in private practice, and a BCBA. These roles have allowed me to respond to the needs of diverse individuals, including those considered “at-risk” and those with special needs, through the primary interventions of individual and small group counseling
Everyone has a story and it is my privilege to be invited into yours. My unique blend of warmth and tenacity set me apart as a therapist and allow me to work with clients towards meaningful change. I value the relationships I form with clients and my goal is to make everyone I work with feel safe, respected and accepted for who they are. My practice is shaped by a combination of formal education and hands-on experience, including training in psychoanalysis, couples counseling, ExRP, play therapy and family therapy.
Everyone has a story and it is my privilege to be invited into yours. My unique blend of warmth and tenacity set me apart as a therapist and allow me to work with clients towards meaningful change. I value the relationships I form with clients and my goal is to make everyone I work with feel safe, respected and accepted for who they are. My practice is shaped by a combination of formal education and hands-on experience, including training in psychoanalysis, couples counseling, ExRP, play therapy and family therapy.
Every day is filled with parenting battles that leave you exhausted and guilt-ridden, having lost your temper too many times. You ache for a more peaceful home and a loving relationship with your child or teen, but you don’t know how to get there. General advice and tips sound good on paper but they are not working with your child, and you don’t know why. Your energy and resilience are taking a serious hit. Worst of all, you are afraid that your child will be emotionally harmed by all the turmoil that goes on from day to day.
Every day is filled with parenting battles that leave you exhausted and guilt-ridden, having lost your temper too many times. You ache for a more peaceful home and a loving relationship with your child or teen, but you don’t know how to get there. General advice and tips sound good on paper but they are not working with your child, and you don’t know why. Your energy and resilience are taking a serious hit. Worst of all, you are afraid that your child will be emotionally harmed by all the turmoil that goes on from day to day.
As a Licensed Psychologist, I help adults, teens, and younger children who are having trouble with sadness, worries, and other feelings that are distracting them from what they want to do.
As a Licensed Psychologist, I help adults, teens, and younger children who are having trouble with sadness, worries, and other feelings that are distracting them from what they want to do.
Holly Olshefski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19147
I specialize in therapy care for children, teens, young adults & families. Parents are included as part of the therapy process from start to finish. Individual clients are seen as well using a relational and humanistic lens. Issues you may want to focus on: building cooperation & fostering openness instead of hostility & defiance; growing self esteem & confidence instead of fearfulness, clinging & sadness; increasing tolerance, self control instead of tantrums & aggression. Our work will heal family patterns of discord, hurt & division & will help children along their journey of becoming a confident, well rounded individual.
I specialize in therapy care for children, teens, young adults & families. Parents are included as part of the therapy process from start to finish. Individual clients are seen as well using a relational and humanistic lens. Issues you may want to focus on: building cooperation & fostering openness instead of hostility & defiance; growing self esteem & confidence instead of fearfulness, clinging & sadness; increasing tolerance, self control instead of tantrums & aggression. Our work will heal family patterns of discord, hurt & division & will help children along their journey of becoming a confident, well rounded individual.
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.
Janeé Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
Therapy can create greater meaning in your life, illuminate and transform unhealthy patterns, and nourish a sense of connection to those around you. Whether you seek help with specific concerns---like childhood traumas, current traumas, anxiety, depression, or relationship crisis---maybe, you simply want to better understand yourself, I am here to help. I create a safe and supportive space to help your process your emotion, identify strengths and weaknesses, and barriers to reaching your ultimate goal of self healing.
Therapy can create greater meaning in your life, illuminate and transform unhealthy patterns, and nourish a sense of connection to those around you. Whether you seek help with specific concerns---like childhood traumas, current traumas, anxiety, depression, or relationship crisis---maybe, you simply want to better understand yourself, I am here to help. I create a safe and supportive space to help your process your emotion, identify strengths and weaknesses, and barriers to reaching your ultimate goal of self healing.
I am sorry to say that my practice is full at this time. I am a clinical psychologist and a psychoanalyst with 30 years experience. I enjoy working with people of all ages including children from 0 to 18, young adults, adults and elders. I also work with parents on parenting issues and growth promoting strategies for their children.
I am sorry to say that my practice is full at this time. I am a clinical psychologist and a psychoanalyst with 30 years experience. I enjoy working with people of all ages including children from 0 to 18, young adults, adults and elders. I also work with parents on parenting issues and growth promoting strategies for their children.
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of professional experience working collaboratively with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling to cope with addictions, alcohol use, anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, stress, substance use, trauma, PTSD, and women’s issues. I earned my Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. My counseling style is eclectic and focused on cognitive behavioral (CBT) treatment approaches and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of professional experience working collaboratively with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling to cope with addictions, alcohol use, anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, stress, substance use, trauma, PTSD, and women’s issues. I earned my Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. My counseling style is eclectic and focused on cognitive behavioral (CBT) treatment approaches and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
Akbar & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19150
WHO AM I? I am a licensed psychotherapist who has nearly 20 years of experience. My practice experience has reflected my commitment and passion for children, teens, and families, particularly those who have been impacted by trauma. WHO ARE YOU? Someone who has experienced depression or anxiety. Someone who is dealing with relationships, family, work stress, or transitions in your life. Someone who is exhausted from life in general! Maybe you are a trauma survivor. You are someone who wants to face your struggles and fears and work collaboratively towards a solution.
WHO AM I? I am a licensed psychotherapist who has nearly 20 years of experience. My practice experience has reflected my commitment and passion for children, teens, and families, particularly those who have been impacted by trauma. WHO ARE YOU? Someone who has experienced depression or anxiety. Someone who is dealing with relationships, family, work stress, or transitions in your life. Someone who is exhausted from life in general! Maybe you are a trauma survivor. You are someone who wants to face your struggles and fears and work collaboratively towards a solution.
Samantha Banjany
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103
I am a licensed social worker who works with children (ages 4 to 18), families and adults by providing a trusting and supportive environment. I have experience working with various clients from diverse backgrounds across settings including the community, schools, homes and outpatient settings. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, behavioral concerns, autism, and trauma. I am in the process of receiving supervision hours towards my clinical social work license.
I am a licensed social worker who works with children (ages 4 to 18), families and adults by providing a trusting and supportive environment. I have experience working with various clients from diverse backgrounds across settings including the community, schools, homes and outpatient settings. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, behavioral concerns, autism, and trauma. I am in the process of receiving supervision hours towards my clinical social work license.
Dr Robin Lowey & Associates Psychological Svcs
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Dr. Robin Lowey & Associates is a group psychology practice where experienced clinicians have been offering therapy and assessment services in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas for over 30 years. We provide psychotherapy, medication management, and psychological evaluations. The therapists at Dr. Robin Lowey & Associates have differing educational backgrounds and therapeutic styles, but the common theme is that we are all focused on heightening each client's overall happiness. We see the pain caused by depression, anxiety, trauma, or relationship turmoil as an opportunity for growth and change.
Dr. Robin Lowey & Associates is a group psychology practice where experienced clinicians have been offering therapy and assessment services in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas for over 30 years. We provide psychotherapy, medication management, and psychological evaluations. The therapists at Dr. Robin Lowey & Associates have differing educational backgrounds and therapeutic styles, but the common theme is that we are all focused on heightening each client's overall happiness. We see the pain caused by depression, anxiety, trauma, or relationship turmoil as an opportunity for growth and change.
We have the capacity to express ourselves beyond just talking about our experiences and feelings. It is in our innate nature to access other ways of processing that utilizes art as a language. Cambridge Dictionary defines "art"- a noun synonymous with expression, as: "the making of objects, images, music, etc. that are beautiful or that express feelings". Still Emerging Expressive Arts Therapy offers an unconventional approach to therapeutic work, utilizing various forms of expression, including: visual art, movement, writing and sound. No skill is necessary, just a deep longing and desire to express yourself free of judgment.
We have the capacity to express ourselves beyond just talking about our experiences and feelings. It is in our innate nature to access other ways of processing that utilizes art as a language. Cambridge Dictionary defines "art"- a noun synonymous with expression, as: "the making of objects, images, music, etc. that are beautiful or that express feelings". Still Emerging Expressive Arts Therapy offers an unconventional approach to therapeutic work, utilizing various forms of expression, including: visual art, movement, writing and sound. No skill is necessary, just a deep longing and desire to express yourself free of judgment.
Equilibria Psychological & Consultation Services
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19147
We are a group practice of over 70 therapists. At Equilibria, our goal is to help individuals achieve their personal potential and long term growth by compassionately and respectfully helping them live in balance. We utilize an integrative, strength based treatment model to address each individual's set of unique issues. Our belief is that treatment must be flexible and tailored to achieve symptom relief and increased self understanding.
We are a group practice of over 70 therapists. At Equilibria, our goal is to help individuals achieve their personal potential and long term growth by compassionately and respectfully helping them live in balance. We utilize an integrative, strength based treatment model to address each individual's set of unique issues. Our belief is that treatment must be flexible and tailored to achieve symptom relief and increased self understanding.
Frinnet Ruiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
Welcome to a space where your journey truly matters. I create an environment of trust and understanding, where you can freely explore your concerns, whether navigating life transitions, relationship issues, or communication challenges. Together, we’ll cultivate a path tailored to your needs, helping you overcome obstacles and move forward with confidence. As a bilingual (Spanish) therapist, I’m here to support you in embracing your unique path toward becoming the masterpiece God intended you to be. While I am Christian, I warmly welcome and work with clients from any denomination or belief system. Your growth is our shared victory.
Welcome to a space where your journey truly matters. I create an environment of trust and understanding, where you can freely explore your concerns, whether navigating life transitions, relationship issues, or communication challenges. Together, we’ll cultivate a path tailored to your needs, helping you overcome obstacles and move forward with confidence. As a bilingual (Spanish) therapist, I’m here to support you in embracing your unique path toward becoming the masterpiece God intended you to be. While I am Christian, I warmly welcome and work with clients from any denomination or belief system. Your growth is our shared victory.
Clinical Services: Couples counseling, psychotherapy, evaluation, coaching for self-advocacy & other skills, and business consultation to address group conflict. Consultation for mental health providers: clinical supervision; peer consultation; 2nd opinion. Forensic Services: Evaluations, record review, & expert testimony for civil and criminal proceedings.
Clinical Services: Couples counseling, psychotherapy, evaluation, coaching for self-advocacy & other skills, and business consultation to address group conflict. Consultation for mental health providers: clinical supervision; peer consultation; 2nd opinion. Forensic Services: Evaluations, record review, & expert testimony for civil and criminal proceedings.
I am a Licensed Psychologist with several years of experience working with children, adolescents, parents, and adults. I offer both individual and family therapy sessions as well as additional consultation sessions to provide the child with holistic support (e.g. providing strategies to teachers, coaches, etc). My goal is to help children and adolescents improve their mental health, quality of life and functioning across contexts through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Interventions as well as motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapies and problem-solving therapies.
I am a Licensed Psychologist with several years of experience working with children, adolescents, parents, and adults. I offer both individual and family therapy sessions as well as additional consultation sessions to provide the child with holistic support (e.g. providing strategies to teachers, coaches, etc). My goal is to help children and adolescents improve their mental health, quality of life and functioning across contexts through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Interventions as well as motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapies and problem-solving therapies.
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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.