Child Therapists in Canyon Lake, TX

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Jackie Engelhardt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
Canyon Lake, TX 78130  (Online Only)
As a mother of grown children and step-children; and someone who has experienced divorce, re-marriage, and step-families both as a child and an adult, I have a real understanding of many of the issues that bring individuals and families into therapy.
Therapy should not be complicated - it's really about sitting down and talking with another person without feeling judged, talked down to, or being told what to do. My goal is to provide safe, nurturing, and effective psychotherapy to adults. I use practical and individually tailored approaches. I strive to create an atmosphere of teamwork that allows clients to educate me about their lives and they changes they want. I am not seeing couples at this time.
As a mother of grown children and step-children; and someone who has experienced divorce, re-marriage, and step-families both as a child and an adult, I have a real understanding of many of the issues that bring individuals and families into therapy.
Therapy should not be complicated - it's really about sitting down and talking with another person without feeling judged, talked down to, or being told what to do. My goal is to provide safe, nurturing, and effective psychotherapy to adults. I use practical and individually tailored approaches. I strive to create an atmosphere of teamwork that allows clients to educate me about their lives and they changes they want. I am not seeing couples at this time.
(210) 446-4684 View (210) 446-4684
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Justin Ruiz, Counseling-Mental Health Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canyon Lake, TX 78133
Justin Ruiz is a dedicated therapist with a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges. With years of experience, Justin specializes in providing compassionate and effective therapy to men, adolescents, and children facing issues such as anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, and adoption-related concerns. Driven by a commitment to making a positive impact, Justin focuses on creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions openly. His approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual, employing evidence-based techniques and personalized sessions.
Justin Ruiz is a dedicated therapist with a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges. With years of experience, Justin specializes in providing compassionate and effective therapy to men, adolescents, and children facing issues such as anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, and adoption-related concerns. Driven by a commitment to making a positive impact, Justin focuses on creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions openly. His approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual, employing evidence-based techniques and personalized sessions.
(830) 689-6443 View (830) 689-6443
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Amanda Arriola
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, AAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canyon Lake, TX 78132
Play therapy is a developmentally appropriate way for children to process and express their feelings.
I have a passion for working with children and have worked with kiddos of all ages as a public school teacher and a counselor since 2011. I love incorporating play, art therapy techniques, and animal assisted interventions in my sessions. I strive to create a trusting relationship with each child and their family and create a safe and fun space for processing feelings. I believe that each client has innate strengths and abilities that can help them work toward therapeutic goals. I provide play therapy, individual counseling and canine assisted counseling for children, adolescents and teens ages 3-18.
Play therapy is a developmentally appropriate way for children to process and express their feelings.
I have a passion for working with children and have worked with kiddos of all ages as a public school teacher and a counselor since 2011. I love incorporating play, art therapy techniques, and animal assisted interventions in my sessions. I strive to create a trusting relationship with each child and their family and create a safe and fun space for processing feelings. I believe that each client has innate strengths and abilities that can help them work toward therapeutic goals. I provide play therapy, individual counseling and canine assisted counseling for children, adolescents and teens ages 3-18.
(830) 402-6913 View (830) 402-6913
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Rhonda D Dyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Canyon Lake, TX 78133  (Online Only)
When you need help with life's challenges, whether it be parenting, relationships, children's behavior problems or issues holding you back from you or your family's full potential, please give me a call. I can help you learn how to cope with life's challenges and the feelings and behaviors that accompany them. Together, I can help you understand the issues and offer ideas to balance your life and restore relationships effected by your challenges. I can offer insight and ideas for resiliency for you and your family.
When you need help with life's challenges, whether it be parenting, relationships, children's behavior problems or issues holding you back from you or your family's full potential, please give me a call. I can help you learn how to cope with life's challenges and the feelings and behaviors that accompany them. Together, I can help you understand the issues and offer ideas to balance your life and restore relationships effected by your challenges. I can offer insight and ideas for resiliency for you and your family.
(512) 572-4281 View (512) 572-4281
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Molly Weatherby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canyon Lake, TX 78133
I counsel adolescents and adults, supporting clients who find themselves in a life transition. Changes in life can be difficult, but can also be an opportunity for growth and insight. My work as a therapist blends traditional and tailored approaches to finding solutions, while providing a safe and encouraging environment. Together we will explore solutions, learn new skills, and work to achieve balance in your life, as you define it. I believe the counseling process should allow you to feel a more balanced and fulfilled life.
I counsel adolescents and adults, supporting clients who find themselves in a life transition. Changes in life can be difficult, but can also be an opportunity for growth and insight. My work as a therapist blends traditional and tailored approaches to finding solutions, while providing a safe and encouraging environment. Together we will explore solutions, learn new skills, and work to achieve balance in your life, as you define it. I believe the counseling process should allow you to feel a more balanced and fulfilled life.
(830) 715-4497 View (830) 715-4497
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Katya Parra
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFTA
Verified Verified
Canyon Lake, TX 78132
I'm Katya, a bilingual Marriage and Family Therapist committed to nurturing solid connections. Fluent in English and Spanish, I create an emotionally inclusive and culturally sensitive space for my clients. With a master's focus on psychology and a license in Marriage and Family Therapy, I specialize in guiding individuals, couples, and families through the complexities of relationships. My very truthful and empathetic approach and cross-cultural understanding make me a trusted guide toward healthier and more fulfilling connections.
I'm Katya, a bilingual Marriage and Family Therapist committed to nurturing solid connections. Fluent in English and Spanish, I create an emotionally inclusive and culturally sensitive space for my clients. With a master's focus on psychology and a license in Marriage and Family Therapy, I specialize in guiding individuals, couples, and families through the complexities of relationships. My very truthful and empathetic approach and cross-cultural understanding make me a trusted guide toward healthier and more fulfilling connections.
(210) 960-1530 View (210) 960-1530

More Therapists Nearby

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Lisa Remey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC, RPT-S, IPT-CST
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Waitlist for new clients
I am a play therapist who specializes in working with children and families to help address the challenges that come with parenthood and to help children cope with life changes, difficult behaviors, and learn to communicate emotions. As a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, I am trained in counseling children in their natural language of play with includes games, art, sand tray, puppet, music and non-directed play. I am also a retired military spouse who has dealt with seven deployments and 13 moves, and specialize in helping military families cope with the challenges that come with the military lifestyle.
I am a play therapist who specializes in working with children and families to help address the challenges that come with parenthood and to help children cope with life changes, difficult behaviors, and learn to communicate emotions. As a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, I am trained in counseling children in their natural language of play with includes games, art, sand tray, puppet, music and non-directed play. I am also a retired military spouse who has dealt with seven deployments and 13 moves, and specialize in helping military families cope with the challenges that come with the military lifestyle.
(830) 264-5021 View (830) 264-5021
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Tarah Glover
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Braunfels, TX 78130  (Online Only)
I have been working with children and families since 2010, and found success in working with children through play therapy and the use of therapeutic techniques to help families and couples grow closer.
New Evening Sessions Available! I provide counseling to children, couples, and families within a relational framework. I understand that people face problems in the context of relationships with others and our lives can be affected by outside influences. When your child’s tantrums feel overwhelming and frustrating, I help guide and direct you towards confidence in parenting. Since I apply Gottman Method Couples Therapy when working with couples, I support couples to build a deeper connection from arguments and anger in their relationship.
I have been working with children and families since 2010, and found success in working with children through play therapy and the use of therapeutic techniques to help families and couples grow closer.
New Evening Sessions Available! I provide counseling to children, couples, and families within a relational framework. I understand that people face problems in the context of relationships with others and our lives can be affected by outside influences. When your child’s tantrums feel overwhelming and frustrating, I help guide and direct you towards confidence in parenting. Since I apply Gottman Method Couples Therapy when working with couples, I support couples to build a deeper connection from arguments and anger in their relationship.
(830) 331-5991 View (830) 331-5991
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Kelly Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
New Braunfels, TX 78130
I specialize in using Cognitive Behavior Therapy to help adolescents and adults achieve their goals. Through goal setting, challenging negative thinking patterns, and learning new skills to practice outside of session, clients work to improve their symptoms and take control of their life. I also specialize in the treatment of trauma by using a structured approach to overcome negative life events. Part of KM Counseling Services, PLLC offering services for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Telehealth and In Person Services Offered.
I specialize in using Cognitive Behavior Therapy to help adolescents and adults achieve their goals. Through goal setting, challenging negative thinking patterns, and learning new skills to practice outside of session, clients work to improve their symptoms and take control of their life. I also specialize in the treatment of trauma by using a structured approach to overcome negative life events. Part of KM Counseling Services, PLLC offering services for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Telehealth and In Person Services Offered.
(210) 756-3313 View (210) 756-3313
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Shauna Markowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Not accepting new clients
Congratulations on taking the first step to seeking assistance. Choosing a therapist is an extremely important part of your journey, so let me introduce myself. I am a graduate of the University of Texas at San Antonio. Since graduating, I have focused on the children/adolescent population in talk therapy and play therapy. Play therapy is a style of counseling that provides a safe place to express self through the natural communication of the age group/stage child is in. Play therapy affords the opportunity to teach coping skills and concepts on that same communication level.
Congratulations on taking the first step to seeking assistance. Choosing a therapist is an extremely important part of your journey, so let me introduce myself. I am a graduate of the University of Texas at San Antonio. Since graduating, I have focused on the children/adolescent population in talk therapy and play therapy. Play therapy is a style of counseling that provides a safe place to express self through the natural communication of the age group/stage child is in. Play therapy affords the opportunity to teach coping skills and concepts on that same communication level.
(210) 774-6623 View (210) 774-6623
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Brandi Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PLLC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New Braunfels, TX 78132
With 15 years in public education and 7 years as a school counselor, the lens I have allows me to provide a wide variety of counseling approaches to meet the needs of children, adolescents, teens, adults, couples and families where they are.
***Telehealth and/or In office Counseling!*** Are you seeking solutions, peace, results, or balance? As your counselor, I will listen and guide YOU to just those things as we process whatever it is that you bring to the table. There are no problems or goals too big or too small. It is important that my clients feel safe in order to make progress as individuals or as a couple. Progress looks different for each person but we will work together to improve you socially, emotionally, behaviorally, physically, and/or spiritually.
With 15 years in public education and 7 years as a school counselor, the lens I have allows me to provide a wide variety of counseling approaches to meet the needs of children, adolescents, teens, adults, couples and families where they are.
***Telehealth and/or In office Counseling!*** Are you seeking solutions, peace, results, or balance? As your counselor, I will listen and guide YOU to just those things as we process whatever it is that you bring to the table. There are no problems or goals too big or too small. It is important that my clients feel safe in order to make progress as individuals or as a couple. Progress looks different for each person but we will work together to improve you socially, emotionally, behaviorally, physically, and/or spiritually.
(830) 267-2772 View (830) 267-2772
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Nikkala Kordzik
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, LCDC, NCC
Verified Verified
New Braunfels, TX 78130
I specialize in counseling children, adolescents, and adults, who are experiencing anxiety, ADD/ADHD, and life transitions, as well as career and substance use concerns. I also provide play therapy services to children and teenagers, and counsel Texas clients in-office and via telehealth. I offer flexible counseling appointment times, including daytime, evening, and weekend appointments. I provide individualized and holistic counseling techniques, and help clients create solutions to meet their goals and needs. Visit my website at www.solutionfocusedcounselingtexas.com and call me at (830) 376-2657, today to schedule an appointment!
I specialize in counseling children, adolescents, and adults, who are experiencing anxiety, ADD/ADHD, and life transitions, as well as career and substance use concerns. I also provide play therapy services to children and teenagers, and counsel Texas clients in-office and via telehealth. I offer flexible counseling appointment times, including daytime, evening, and weekend appointments. I provide individualized and holistic counseling techniques, and help clients create solutions to meet their goals and needs. Visit my website at www.solutionfocusedcounselingtexas.com and call me at (830) 376-2657, today to schedule an appointment!
(830) 376-2657 View (830) 376-2657
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Psychological Associates of Central Texas (PACT)
Psychologist, LP, LSSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Our providers offer a range of services from psychological consultations to therapy. We all have extensive expertise in working with school-aged children and their families. Our comprehensive psychological evaluation services are able to identify potential neurodevelopmental or other emotional or behavioral difficulties. We have experience in educational as well as community and hospital settings and are able to assist individuals and families presenting with a wide range of concerns.
Our providers offer a range of services from psychological consultations to therapy. We all have extensive expertise in working with school-aged children and their families. Our comprehensive psychological evaluation services are able to identify potential neurodevelopmental or other emotional or behavioral difficulties. We have experience in educational as well as community and hospital settings and are able to assist individuals and families presenting with a wide range of concerns.
(512) 812-7995 View (512) 812-7995
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Jeremy W Gunn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Braunfels, TX 78130
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I aim to provide a warm, welcoming environment focusing on my relationship with my client. I believe the individual is the expert about themselves, and my role is to help facilitate their journey towards their goals. My primary areas of specialization are in working with children and adolescents and individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, child abuse, depression, grief, anger, trauma, abuse, sexual identity, parent/peer conflict, and transitional issues.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I aim to provide a warm, welcoming environment focusing on my relationship with my client. I believe the individual is the expert about themselves, and my role is to help facilitate their journey towards their goals. My primary areas of specialization are in working with children and adolescents and individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, child abuse, depression, grief, anger, trauma, abuse, sexual identity, parent/peer conflict, and transitional issues.
(210) 610-2439 View (210) 610-2439
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Elizabeth Barnard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Braunfels, TX 78135
I work with parents, children, teens, college students, and women experiencing difficulties in a range of issues including depression, anxiety, post partum depression, PTSD, sexual abuse, domestic violence, behavioral issues, bullying, sibling rivalry, and grief.
It’s hard to be vulnerable. Especially with someone you don’t know. I work hard to establish a therapeutic relationship built on trust. I provide a holistic approach exploring all parts of a person’s past and current circumstances so that the process can help in giving insight for healing and growth.
I work with parents, children, teens, college students, and women experiencing difficulties in a range of issues including depression, anxiety, post partum depression, PTSD, sexual abuse, domestic violence, behavioral issues, bullying, sibling rivalry, and grief.
It’s hard to be vulnerable. Especially with someone you don’t know. I work hard to establish a therapeutic relationship built on trust. I provide a holistic approach exploring all parts of a person’s past and current circumstances so that the process can help in giving insight for healing and growth.
(830) 500-5618 View (830) 500-5618
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Kristalyn (Kris) Allison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S, RPT-S, CATP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Braunfels, TX 78130
I work with a wide range of clients and concerns. Anxiety, depression, past trauma, relationship struggles, and behavior difficulties in teens and children are among a few of the common issues I treat. I have several years of experience with play therapy as well as therapy with adults and teens. I see each client and their experiences as unique to them with their own needs and strengths. I am very open minded and non-judgmental and really do care about each one of my clients. I consider the relationship I have with my clients to be central their success.
I work with a wide range of clients and concerns. Anxiety, depression, past trauma, relationship struggles, and behavior difficulties in teens and children are among a few of the common issues I treat. I have several years of experience with play therapy as well as therapy with adults and teens. I see each client and their experiences as unique to them with their own needs and strengths. I am very open minded and non-judgmental and really do care about each one of my clients. I consider the relationship I have with my clients to be central their success.
(830) 620-1175 View (830) 620-1175
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Laura Frame
Psychologist, PhD, LP, LSSP, HSP, NCSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Throughout my career, I have served children and families from diverse settings, ranging from preschool and school-age children to young adults.
I believe that a supportive therapeutic relationship is a key factor in motivating positive life changes. During sessions, I strive to help clients experience acceptance, respect, and positive regard. I offer developmentally-appropriate therapy, consultation, and coaching for my clients. My intervention experience encompasses a variety of challenges including learning difficulties, autism spectrum disorders, depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, attention disorders, and other health impairments. I have specialized training in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and behavioral consultation.
Throughout my career, I have served children and families from diverse settings, ranging from preschool and school-age children to young adults.
I believe that a supportive therapeutic relationship is a key factor in motivating positive life changes. During sessions, I strive to help clients experience acceptance, respect, and positive regard. I offer developmentally-appropriate therapy, consultation, and coaching for my clients. My intervention experience encompasses a variety of challenges including learning difficulties, autism spectrum disorders, depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, attention disorders, and other health impairments. I have specialized training in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and behavioral consultation.
(512) 851-0460 View (512) 851-0460
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Katrina Spivey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Waitlist for new clients
As a person-centered therapist I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship with the client is essential in the healing process. I view my clients as independent and resourceful individuals who take an active role in their own healing process. My role as therapist is to promote the necessary conditions for change to occur. Although I work with all ages, I am primarily a Registered Play Therapist working with children and adolescents experiencing emotional, behavioral and social issues, past trauma, abuse, depression and anxiety.
As a person-centered therapist I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship with the client is essential in the healing process. I view my clients as independent and resourceful individuals who take an active role in their own healing process. My role as therapist is to promote the necessary conditions for change to occur. Although I work with all ages, I am primarily a Registered Play Therapist working with children and adolescents experiencing emotional, behavioral and social issues, past trauma, abuse, depression and anxiety.
(830) 212-4147 View (830) 212-4147
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Cherri Mettler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ASDCS
Verified Verified
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I am a licensed Professional Counselor and hold certification as an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS) and Certified AutPlay Provider. I am experienced in treating children ages 3- 12 dealing with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), anxiety, depression, life changes, and other behavioral concerns. I have extensive training in Play Therapy, TraumaPlay Therapy, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I am devoted to fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where children feel genuinely heard and accepted.
Hello, I am a licensed Professional Counselor and hold certification as an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS) and Certified AutPlay Provider. I am experienced in treating children ages 3- 12 dealing with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), anxiety, depression, life changes, and other behavioral concerns. I have extensive training in Play Therapy, TraumaPlay Therapy, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I am devoted to fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where children feel genuinely heard and accepted.
(210) 791-0472 View (210) 791-0472
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Shannon Schimelpfening
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
New Braunfels, TX 78132
Are you, or your child or teen, experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or difficulty with life transitions? I work with families to help identify areas of concern and provide solutions to problems. My specialty is working with children and teens, but I also provide services to young adults and adult women. I enjoy helping those who are experiencing anxiety and depression learn coping strategies and learn to explore thought patterns to help provide relief from symptoms. I love helping women navigate through various life stages (from motherhood to empty nest and beyond).
Are you, or your child or teen, experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or difficulty with life transitions? I work with families to help identify areas of concern and provide solutions to problems. My specialty is working with children and teens, but I also provide services to young adults and adult women. I enjoy helping those who are experiencing anxiety and depression learn coping strategies and learn to explore thought patterns to help provide relief from symptoms. I love helping women navigate through various life stages (from motherhood to empty nest and beyond).
(210) 361-1732 View (210) 361-1732

Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Canyon Lake, TX 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 Canyon Lake 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.