Toddler Therapists in Carrollton, TX

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Spectrum of Grace
MA, BCBA, LBA
Verified Verified
Carrollton, TX 75010
Waitlist for new clients
Does your child struggle with routines and transitions or engaging in play activities with peers? Are you struggling to teach self help skills? Are you preparing your child for school? Behavior Therapy can provide the tools to promote lasting behavior change for your child. During 1:1 sessions my goal is to create opportunities for learning and to improve upon skills to increase functional independence. Working with parents is an essential component to your child's progress, communication is highly encouraged throughout treatment to ensure confidence and retention in the new skills and resources.
Does your child struggle with routines and transitions or engaging in play activities with peers? Are you struggling to teach self help skills? Are you preparing your child for school? Behavior Therapy can provide the tools to promote lasting behavior change for your child. During 1:1 sessions my goal is to create opportunities for learning and to improve upon skills to increase functional independence. Working with parents is an essential component to your child's progress, communication is highly encouraged throughout treatment to ensure confidence and retention in the new skills and resources.
(469) 900-8063 View (469) 900-8063
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MCP Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carrollton, TX 75007
Online sessions and in-office sessions are available. We provide a nonjudgemental environment for you to move forward in if you have decided to work on yourself or your relationship. We work with clients 5+ that are dealing with abuse, stress, anxiety, and depression. Life can be overwhelming for individuals and families that are trying to do life on life's terms. Internal and external battles are not easy to face but with counseling, you do not have to do it alone. The staff at MCP Counseling is willing to help you learn how to create a balance and authentic self. You are not alone.
Online sessions and in-office sessions are available. We provide a nonjudgemental environment for you to move forward in if you have decided to work on yourself or your relationship. We work with clients 5+ that are dealing with abuse, stress, anxiety, and depression. Life can be overwhelming for individuals and families that are trying to do life on life's terms. Internal and external battles are not easy to face but with counseling, you do not have to do it alone. The staff at MCP Counseling is willing to help you learn how to create a balance and authentic self. You are not alone.
(214) 817-2994 View (214) 817-2994
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Kimberly Hansley-Parrish
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Carrollton, TX 75010
I work with a broad range of clients, which may not seem connected, but inevitably it is. I enjoy working with kids, teens, young adults, moms, and couples. What I incorporate into my sessions is authenticity, humor, and a pragmatic approach. I often say "let's throw spaghetti at the wall and see what works". I love working with those are actively involved in the therapy process. It's a collaboration between myself and the client. I draw from several modalities, so the approach is tailored to each client. I enjoy couples, divorce/separation, neurodivergent people, PDA (in children) and failure to launch.
I work with a broad range of clients, which may not seem connected, but inevitably it is. I enjoy working with kids, teens, young adults, moms, and couples. What I incorporate into my sessions is authenticity, humor, and a pragmatic approach. I often say "let's throw spaghetti at the wall and see what works". I love working with those are actively involved in the therapy process. It's a collaboration between myself and the client. I draw from several modalities, so the approach is tailored to each client. I enjoy couples, divorce/separation, neurodivergent people, PDA (in children) and failure to launch.
(469) 414-3740 View (469) 414-3740
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Qian 'Mimi' Desmarais
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
Carrollton, TX 75010
Thank you for your visit! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, parents, and adults with a variety of concerns. I specialize in play therapy and EMDR trauma counseling. With a set of skills, a sense of humor, and a genuine heart to help, I aim to help achieve your optimal emotional state and self-exploration in a safe environment. I will assist you or your child to instill hope, learn coping skills, manage symptoms, and have a newfound perspective on the path of healing.
Thank you for your visit! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, parents, and adults with a variety of concerns. I specialize in play therapy and EMDR trauma counseling. With a set of skills, a sense of humor, and a genuine heart to help, I aim to help achieve your optimal emotional state and self-exploration in a safe environment. I will assist you or your child to instill hope, learn coping skills, manage symptoms, and have a newfound perspective on the path of healing.
(940) 220-3854 View (940) 220-3854
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Jill Fenner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT, NCC
Verified Verified
Carrollton, TX 75010
I work with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of presenting concerns. My areas of interest include play therapy, anxiety, depression, self-harm, self-esteem and behavioral issues. I have specialized training in play therapy, adolescent counseling, autplay therapy and parent-child relationship therapy.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of presenting concerns. My areas of interest include play therapy, anxiety, depression, self-harm, self-esteem and behavioral issues. I have specialized training in play therapy, adolescent counseling, autplay therapy and parent-child relationship therapy.
(469) 903-3873 View (469) 903-3873
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Megan M Krizan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carrollton, TX 75007
We all wish life’s journey could be an easy one, but the reality is the path is not always smooth. Life can be filled with uncertainty, conflict, and hard choices. No matter what your age, there are times when life can leave you feeling lost. The good news is that this journey does not have to be faced alone. With a focus on compassion, connection, and what is developmentally appropriate, I can provide support and guidance through these challenges. Whether you are an adult, child, teen, parent, or whole family, I am able to help. I consider it a great privilege to be allowed to walk with people on their life's journey.
We all wish life’s journey could be an easy one, but the reality is the path is not always smooth. Life can be filled with uncertainty, conflict, and hard choices. No matter what your age, there are times when life can leave you feeling lost. The good news is that this journey does not have to be faced alone. With a focus on compassion, connection, and what is developmentally appropriate, I can provide support and guidance through these challenges. Whether you are an adult, child, teen, parent, or whole family, I am able to help. I consider it a great privilege to be allowed to walk with people on their life's journey.
(214) 934-0543 View (214) 934-0543
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Sara Pollard
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carrollton, TX 75007
Hi, I'm Sara. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, down, or alone? Struggling to cope with a traumatic event or stressful life transition? Need help for a child or teen with behavioral or learning difficulties? I can provide a supportive, compassionate, and judgement-free space, clarity amid the noise, and individualized strategies to help you feel better, improve your relationships, and enrich your life with meaning. I specialize in evaluations for children, and therapy for trauma, women in the postpartum period and other transitions, and the parent-child relationship.
Hi, I'm Sara. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, down, or alone? Struggling to cope with a traumatic event or stressful life transition? Need help for a child or teen with behavioral or learning difficulties? I can provide a supportive, compassionate, and judgement-free space, clarity amid the noise, and individualized strategies to help you feel better, improve your relationships, and enrich your life with meaning. I specialize in evaluations for children, and therapy for trauma, women in the postpartum period and other transitions, and the parent-child relationship.
(214) 393-6694 View (214) 393-6694
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Yunji Min
LPC Intern, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Carrollton, TX 75007
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised by Dr. Brooke. I currently work with kids, and teens dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, grief, and behavior issues.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised by Dr. Brooke. I currently work with kids, and teens dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, grief, and behavior issues.
(469) 373-9465 View (469) 373-9465
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Ellie Mental Health - Carrollton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Carrollton, TX 75006
We are here to fill the gap in access to care and destigmatize mental health! At Ellie Mental Health Carrollton we strive to fill the gaps in access to mental health through authentically fostering inclusive spaces that compassionately celebrate the diversity of our communities while staying determined to use every resources to provide equitable wellness outcomes for all.
We are here to fill the gap in access to care and destigmatize mental health! At Ellie Mental Health Carrollton we strive to fill the gaps in access to mental health through authentically fostering inclusive spaces that compassionately celebrate the diversity of our communities while staying determined to use every resources to provide equitable wellness outcomes for all.
(972) 426-2959 View (972) 426-2959
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Dove Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , CATP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Carrollton, TX 75011
Are you or your child struggling with past trauma? Unresolved trauma can manifest in many ways. Often people are depressed, anxious or constantly worried. You might find that even the most mundane tasks are overwhelming. In children, this can often look like frequent tantrums, defiance or poor performance. People often try a multitude of things before seeking therapy. But often exploring these traumas in a safe, non-judgmental space can be just the thing you or your child may need.
Are you or your child struggling with past trauma? Unresolved trauma can manifest in many ways. Often people are depressed, anxious or constantly worried. You might find that even the most mundane tasks are overwhelming. In children, this can often look like frequent tantrums, defiance or poor performance. People often try a multitude of things before seeking therapy. But often exploring these traumas in a safe, non-judgmental space can be just the thing you or your child may need.
(817) 646-9526 View (817) 646-9526
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Madee Hayes
LPC Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Carrollton, TX 75007
Your child has been bullied, feels overwhelmed easily, and has had difficulty making friends. Your teen may be showing signs of anxiety or depression and are having difficulty feeling confident and capable in their world. You as an adult may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed and you just need help making sense of it all.
Your child has been bullied, feels overwhelmed easily, and has had difficulty making friends. Your teen may be showing signs of anxiety or depression and are having difficulty feeling confident and capable in their world. You as an adult may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed and you just need help making sense of it all.
(214) 239-4987 View (214) 239-4987
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Carrollton
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Carrollton, TX 75006
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.
(855) 524-5193 View (855) 524-5193
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Sarah E Carlson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, E-RYT, YACEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carrollton, TX 75006
Sometimes, the smallest steps can lead to the biggest change! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, and Experienced-Registered Yoga Teacher 200 Hour, and Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider. I have been providing services in the DFW area since 2007, including services for children, adults, and families. Through a warm and caring approach, I can help you find within yourself the positive qualities to help you feel empowered. I can help you understand yourself and/or your child more fully, to be ready to face the big and little challenges that life can throw your way.
Sometimes, the smallest steps can lead to the biggest change! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, and Experienced-Registered Yoga Teacher 200 Hour, and Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider. I have been providing services in the DFW area since 2007, including services for children, adults, and families. Through a warm and caring approach, I can help you find within yourself the positive qualities to help you feel empowered. I can help you understand yourself and/or your child more fully, to be ready to face the big and little challenges that life can throw your way.
(469) 698-3590 View (469) 698-3590
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Karen Dumas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carrollton, TX 75006
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. I have worked with children and families for over 20 years. My passion is to help children express themselves through play, a child's natural way of communicating. To give children the tools to process and understand their world and what they have experienced in a way that cognitively and verbally they may not have the ability to do just yet.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. I have worked with children and families for over 20 years. My passion is to help children express themselves through play, a child's natural way of communicating. To give children the tools to process and understand their world and what they have experienced in a way that cognitively and verbally they may not have the ability to do just yet.
(214) 935-3958 View (214) 935-3958
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Dr. Eunah Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC, CCPRT-S
Verified Verified
Carrollton, TX 75006
The mission of Glad Heart Counseling & Equipping Center is to encourage and promote restoration in families through healing the heart. Glad Heart CEC is a family-focused center where children, adolescents, individuals, and families are provided with opportunities to understand who they are, cope with their life challenges, and strive for growth that brings about waves of healing in communities. Website: www.gladheartcec.com
The mission of Glad Heart Counseling & Equipping Center is to encourage and promote restoration in families through healing the heart. Glad Heart CEC is a family-focused center where children, adolescents, individuals, and families are provided with opportunities to understand who they are, cope with their life challenges, and strive for growth that brings about waves of healing in communities. Website: www.gladheartcec.com
(214) 247-1786 View (214) 247-1786

More Therapists Nearby

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Illumination Psychological Testing
Psychologist, PhD, LP, LSSP
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75252
We offer priority scheduling for toddler evaluations.
Illumination Psychological Testing is a welcoming and approachable clinic that offers comprehensive psychological testing services to individuals of all ages starting at 18 months. We believe that each person has unique strengths and challenges, and our goal is to provide personalized and thorough assessments that help clients gain insight into their strengths, areas for growth, and potential treatment options. With a commitment to evidence-based practices and a focus on individualized care, IPT is a trusted partner for clients seeking to gain a better understanding of their mental health and wellbeing.
We offer priority scheduling for toddler evaluations.
Illumination Psychological Testing is a welcoming and approachable clinic that offers comprehensive psychological testing services to individuals of all ages starting at 18 months. We believe that each person has unique strengths and challenges, and our goal is to provide personalized and thorough assessments that help clients gain insight into their strengths, areas for growth, and potential treatment options. With a commitment to evidence-based practices and a focus on individualized care, IPT is a trusted partner for clients seeking to gain a better understanding of their mental health and wellbeing.
(469) 946-9564 View (469) 946-9564
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Tannaz Moein
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
Frisco, TX 75033
With a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master's degree in Science of Counseling from Southern Methodist University, Dr. Moein works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. Dr. Moein has also gained advanced training in substance dependency and adolescence counseling. In psychotherapy, Tannaz pays close attention to the importance of whole and complete system of individuals. She believes in experiences, consciousness, and that people are creative and can shape their personality. Her approach to counseling is to help clients believe that individuals have within themselves the capacity for growth through better understanding of themselves, development of better relationships, and encouragement.
With a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master's degree in Science of Counseling from Southern Methodist University, Dr. Moein works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. Dr. Moein has also gained advanced training in substance dependency and adolescence counseling. In psychotherapy, Tannaz pays close attention to the importance of whole and complete system of individuals. She believes in experiences, consciousness, and that people are creative and can shape their personality. Her approach to counseling is to help clients believe that individuals have within themselves the capacity for growth through better understanding of themselves, development of better relationships, and encouragement.
(469) 269-0080 View (469) 269-0080
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Lizz Garza
LPC Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Lewisville, TX 75056
Welcome to the transformative journey of self-discovery and healing. Lizz Garza is dedicated to providing compassionate, warm and inclusive mental health support for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. As a dedicated therapist with a passion for facilitating emotional growth and healing, Lizz offers a range of therapeutic interventions to help clients of all ages find their path towards well-being and self-discovery.
Welcome to the transformative journey of self-discovery and healing. Lizz Garza is dedicated to providing compassionate, warm and inclusive mental health support for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. As a dedicated therapist with a passion for facilitating emotional growth and healing, Lizz offers a range of therapeutic interventions to help clients of all ages find their path towards well-being and self-discovery.
(214) 239-1004 View (214) 239-1004
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The Center in Arlington
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lewisville, TX 75067
The Center provides comprehensive and compassionate mental health care for individuals of all ages. Our team in Arlington specializes in working with children, teens, and adults, and we are dedicated to helping our clients improve their overall well-being. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health issues, we are here to support you on your journey towards healing and growth. Our evidence-based therapy approaches are tailored to meet your unique needs and goals, and we offer a safe and supportive environment to help you find your way through the difficulties that life may bring.
The Center provides comprehensive and compassionate mental health care for individuals of all ages. Our team in Arlington specializes in working with children, teens, and adults, and we are dedicated to helping our clients improve their overall well-being. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health issues, we are here to support you on your journey towards healing and growth. Our evidence-based therapy approaches are tailored to meet your unique needs and goals, and we offer a safe and supportive environment to help you find your way through the difficulties that life may bring.
(469) 205-7933 View (469) 205-7933
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Jessica Gustafson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75024
I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and adults facing challenges related to anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and PTSD. My goal is to assist you in processing the difficulties that may hinder your progress. I bring experience working with sexual abuse, parenting concerns, and behavioral issues.
I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and adults facing challenges related to anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and PTSD. My goal is to assist you in processing the difficulties that may hinder your progress. I bring experience working with sexual abuse, parenting concerns, and behavioral issues.
(512) 768-2731 View (512) 768-2731
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.