Toddler Therapists in Farmers Branch, TX
Erica N. Thomason
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Farmers Branch, TX 75244
Let's face it; sometimes being human can be downright overwhelming. Managing a family and a household on top of navigating work stresses and relationship and interpersonal difficulties, might leave you feeling stretched to your physical and emotional limit. Just when you think you are going to snap, your child begins having emotional or behavioral difficulties that you can’t seem to solve in the ways you have in the past. When we experience difficulties in life, it is often the hardest to ask for help, but sometimes the strongest and most important action is to reach out and request the assistance of others.
Let's face it; sometimes being human can be downright overwhelming. Managing a family and a household on top of navigating work stresses and relationship and interpersonal difficulties, might leave you feeling stretched to your physical and emotional limit. Just when you think you are going to snap, your child begins having emotional or behavioral difficulties that you can’t seem to solve in the ways you have in the past. When we experience difficulties in life, it is often the hardest to ask for help, but sometimes the strongest and most important action is to reach out and request the assistance of others.
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.
WellNest Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC, RPT, NBCC
Verified Verified
Farmers Branch, TX 75244
I began working as a therapist in 2017 after graduating from Southern Methodist University with a Master’s in Counseling specializing in play therapy, adolescent therapy, and parent training. My biggest passion in life is giving families the tools they need in order to feel confident, happy, and successful. I believe that you are the expert of your family and your child. I just happen to know a lot about child development, best parenting practices, and coping skills. We will work together to meet your families individual needs to bring peace and joy back into the home.
I began working as a therapist in 2017 after graduating from Southern Methodist University with a Master’s in Counseling specializing in play therapy, adolescent therapy, and parent training. My biggest passion in life is giving families the tools they need in order to feel confident, happy, and successful. I believe that you are the expert of your family and your child. I just happen to know a lot about child development, best parenting practices, and coping skills. We will work together to meet your families individual needs to bring peace and joy back into the home.
Lori K. Shaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Farmers Branch, TX 75244
Lori K. Shaw, M.S. LPC earned her undergraduate degree in Education from North Texas State University and her master's degree in Counseling from East Texas State University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Texas certified school counselor and teacher. Lori has spent the majority of her career in the school setting. Having worked with students and families in all school levels, she is at ease and experienced in counseling all age groups. Lori is passionate about helping clients of all ages with behavioral, emotional and social concerns in a collaborative and client centered approach.
Lori K. Shaw, M.S. LPC earned her undergraduate degree in Education from North Texas State University and her master's degree in Counseling from East Texas State University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Texas certified school counselor and teacher. Lori has spent the majority of her career in the school setting. Having worked with students and families in all school levels, she is at ease and experienced in counseling all age groups. Lori is passionate about helping clients of all ages with behavioral, emotional and social concerns in a collaborative and client centered approach.
Life can throw obstacles at us at the most unforeseen times and invite emotions that are hard to understand. Have you ever felt a wave of emotions? Have you felt misunderstood or trapped inside yourself knowing you wanted change or more for yourself? Parents, do you feel your child needs support emotionally or behaviorally? At HOPE we offer play therapy for children. Through play your child will learn coping skills, social skills, improve self-esteem, and achieve optimal growth. Hope also offers activity therapy for adolescents and talk therapy for teens and adults.
Life can throw obstacles at us at the most unforeseen times and invite emotions that are hard to understand. Have you ever felt a wave of emotions? Have you felt misunderstood or trapped inside yourself knowing you wanted change or more for yourself? Parents, do you feel your child needs support emotionally or behaviorally? At HOPE we offer play therapy for children. Through play your child will learn coping skills, social skills, improve self-esteem, and achieve optimal growth. Hope also offers activity therapy for adolescents and talk therapy for teens and adults.
Seeking therapy can be a challenging step, and we want to reassure you that you're already taking steps toward healing. Life can throw unexpected challenges and overwhelming emotions our way. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, relational issues, or simply striving for personal growth, we are here to create a safe and supportive environment where you can freely explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.
Seeking therapy can be a challenging step, and we want to reassure you that you're already taking steps toward healing. Life can throw unexpected challenges and overwhelming emotions our way. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, relational issues, or simply striving for personal growth, we are here to create a safe and supportive environment where you can freely explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.
Current daytime and evening availability! Phoenix Arise is a group counseling office owned by Dr. Nicole Black, PhD, LPC-S, LCDC, RPT in Lubbock, TX. When creating Phoenix Arise, she envisioned a counseling office that would be focused on treating clients through a trauma informed lens. Phoenix Arise has 13 therapists who offer counseling to a wide range of populations with various modalities such as EMDR, DBT, solution focused therapy, talk therapy, and more. What makes our counselors unique is the underlying focus and emphasis on trauma recovery.
Current daytime and evening availability! Phoenix Arise is a group counseling office owned by Dr. Nicole Black, PhD, LPC-S, LCDC, RPT in Lubbock, TX. When creating Phoenix Arise, she envisioned a counseling office that would be focused on treating clients through a trauma informed lens. Phoenix Arise has 13 therapists who offer counseling to a wide range of populations with various modalities such as EMDR, DBT, solution focused therapy, talk therapy, and more. What makes our counselors unique is the underlying focus and emphasis on trauma recovery.
Jennifer “Jenny Rette” Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
Farmers Branch, TX 75244
Stuck? Lost? Broken? If what you are trying isn’t working I would love to work with you to promote change. I see people ages 3 to 103 for struggles in their family relationships, medical trauma, previous abuse, self harm, behavior difficulties, and whatever else comes up along the way. I’m a registered play therapist with years of experience in trauma of all sorts, including medical trauma. Additionally I focused my research in graduate school on siblings of chronically ill children as they often by necessity have less time with their parents which can have a variety of outcomes similar to chronic trauma.
Stuck? Lost? Broken? If what you are trying isn’t working I would love to work with you to promote change. I see people ages 3 to 103 for struggles in their family relationships, medical trauma, previous abuse, self harm, behavior difficulties, and whatever else comes up along the way. I’m a registered play therapist with years of experience in trauma of all sorts, including medical trauma. Additionally I focused my research in graduate school on siblings of chronically ill children as they often by necessity have less time with their parents which can have a variety of outcomes similar to chronic trauma.
I’m a Licensed clinical professional counselor and "licensed mental health counselor that provides group, individual, and family therapy sessions to people struggling with alcohol or drug problems. I am a mental health service provider, trained to work with individuals, families, and groups in treating mental, behavioral, and emotional problems and disorders.
I’m a Licensed clinical professional counselor and "licensed mental health counselor that provides group, individual, and family therapy sessions to people struggling with alcohol or drug problems. I am a mental health service provider, trained to work with individuals, families, and groups in treating mental, behavioral, and emotional problems and disorders.
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Carrington Counseling and Play Therapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Carrollton, TX 75006
My training and interest is in helping young children and their parents cope effectively with big emotions and problem behaviors.
My training and interest is in helping young children and their parents cope effectively with big emotions and problem behaviors.
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.
Acculturation is the process of adopting cultural traits or social norms of another group, and is a common experience for individuals who have migrated. People who migrate often encounter stress and adjustment problems with limited access to mental health support. Relationship and family conflicts, traumatic experiences, life transition challenges, loss, problems related to boundary setting, poor self-esteem and self-concept are common issues, only to name a few. The goal of therapy is to help you become most resilient and adaptive in your family and community by managing these challenging circumstances.
Acculturation is the process of adopting cultural traits or social norms of another group, and is a common experience for individuals who have migrated. People who migrate often encounter stress and adjustment problems with limited access to mental health support. Relationship and family conflicts, traumatic experiences, life transition challenges, loss, problems related to boundary setting, poor self-esteem and self-concept are common issues, only to name a few. The goal of therapy is to help you become most resilient and adaptive in your family and community by managing these challenging circumstances.
Amy Harberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75229
I believe that each individual, regardless of age, has the ability to grow and change given the proper tools and support. By providing a meaningful and nurturing environment, I lay the groundwork for personal insight and transformation to occur. I use a non-directive Person Centered Approach to counseling which often involves expressive arts and games. At times, when a more directive approach is appropriate, I use cognitive and/or behavioral techniques.
I believe that each individual, regardless of age, has the ability to grow and change given the proper tools and support. By providing a meaningful and nurturing environment, I lay the groundwork for personal insight and transformation to occur. I use a non-directive Person Centered Approach to counseling which often involves expressive arts and games. At times, when a more directive approach is appropriate, I use cognitive and/or behavioral techniques.
Claire Joy Jobe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75254
Waitlist for new clients
I believe we are all capable of growth and wellness. My goal is to offer you a safe place to come and work on your most personal and inner self. My theoretical approach is client-centered, focusing on the counseling relationship and self-exploration. The counseling relationship is the most important part of the process to me because it models what unconditional acceptance and authenticity feels like. I offer a holistic perspective to wellness, working with you to consider self-care routines and mindfulness practices.
I believe we are all capable of growth and wellness. My goal is to offer you a safe place to come and work on your most personal and inner self. My theoretical approach is client-centered, focusing on the counseling relationship and self-exploration. The counseling relationship is the most important part of the process to me because it models what unconditional acceptance and authenticity feels like. I offer a holistic perspective to wellness, working with you to consider self-care routines and mindfulness practices.
Christopher Pieper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LSOTP
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75254 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I believe the counseling journey is a joint effort between the client and counselor. The objective for my clients during this journey is to create a partnership where they feel safe, free to speak their minds, and introduce them to a process void of judgment focused on overall well-being and mutual respect.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I believe the counseling journey is a joint effort between the client and counselor. The objective for my clients during this journey is to create a partnership where they feel safe, free to speak their minds, and introduce them to a process void of judgment focused on overall well-being and mutual respect.
Laura Elpers Pierce
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT-S, RPT, IMH-E, PMH-C
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75229
I help children and families in many different ways. Some are struggling with a range of psychological and emotional challenges, others are proactively seeking support and guidance. My therapeutic style is open and accepting, and varies slightly depending upon the age of the client. With younger children, my goal is to ensure they feel successful and understood. For parents, I hope to educate and encourage their interactions with their child or children.
I help children and families in many different ways. Some are struggling with a range of psychological and emotional challenges, others are proactively seeking support and guidance. My therapeutic style is open and accepting, and varies slightly depending upon the age of the client. With younger children, my goal is to ensure they feel successful and understood. For parents, I hope to educate and encourage their interactions with their child or children.
Whether you, your child, or a loved one is struggling with any of the following: anxiety, trauma, self-harm, behavioral challenges, divorce-related issues, or feeling overwhelmed by life's demands, you've come to the right place. If you're feeling trapped in emotional distress or stuck in repetitive patterns, I'm here to help. My passion lies in nurturing the emotional growth of children and teens, strengthening family bonds, and guiding individuals to confront life's hurdles with empathy and resilience.
Whether you, your child, or a loved one is struggling with any of the following: anxiety, trauma, self-harm, behavioral challenges, divorce-related issues, or feeling overwhelmed by life's demands, you've come to the right place. If you're feeling trapped in emotional distress or stuck in repetitive patterns, I'm here to help. My passion lies in nurturing the emotional growth of children and teens, strengthening family bonds, and guiding individuals to confront life's hurdles with empathy and resilience.
I help children, teens, and young adults navigate a variety of stressors, including mood and anxiety disorders, interpersonal challenges, behavioral challenges, acute and chronic medical conditions, trauma, as well as the process of transitioning from adolescence to early adulthood. I approach therapy as a component of health care, of which we are all deserving.
I help children, teens, and young adults navigate a variety of stressors, including mood and anxiety disorders, interpersonal challenges, behavioral challenges, acute and chronic medical conditions, trauma, as well as the process of transitioning from adolescence to early adulthood. I approach therapy as a component of health care, of which we are all deserving.
Life is often difficult and unexpected. Relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and all sorts of other stressful situations can distract and disorient us from the healthy, joyful, and full lives we desire. Being with clients of all ages through seasons of difficulty, major life changes, depression, anxiety, and stress is one of my greatest honors. Sometimes, you need an unbiased person in your life to offer a safe place to process and equip you with tools to help ease your stressors. You want tools to feel better and make sense of what is going on. I want to help provide that.
Life is often difficult and unexpected. Relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and all sorts of other stressful situations can distract and disorient us from the healthy, joyful, and full lives we desire. Being with clients of all ages through seasons of difficulty, major life changes, depression, anxiety, and stress is one of my greatest honors. Sometimes, you need an unbiased person in your life to offer a safe place to process and equip you with tools to help ease your stressors. You want tools to feel better and make sense of what is going on. I want to help provide that.
Brittany has worked as a mental health counselor in settings including public schools, residential substance use treatment facility, and Child Advocacy Centers. She is skilled and trained in the treatment of ADHD, Depression, Adjustment Disorders, Coping Skills, School Concerns, Family Conflict, LGBTQ+ issues, Attachment Disorders, Self-esteem, Life Transitions, Substance Use issues, Anger Management, Grief, Complex Trauma, Sensory Processing, and Self-harm. At her core, Brittany is a calming agent, who is focused on seeing the world through her clients’ eyes while helping them reach their goals and fullest potential.
Brittany has worked as a mental health counselor in settings including public schools, residential substance use treatment facility, and Child Advocacy Centers. She is skilled and trained in the treatment of ADHD, Depression, Adjustment Disorders, Coping Skills, School Concerns, Family Conflict, LGBTQ+ issues, Attachment Disorders, Self-esteem, Life Transitions, Substance Use issues, Anger Management, Grief, Complex Trauma, Sensory Processing, and Self-harm. At her core, Brittany is a calming agent, who is focused on seeing the world through her clients’ eyes while helping them reach their goals and fullest potential.
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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.