Child Therapists in Highland Village, TX
I am kid tested and mom approved! I have been recognized by North Texas Child Magazine in 2013, 2014, and 2015 as a "Mom-Approved" Counselor, Therapist, and Alternative Health Practitioner.
I believe everyone encounters struggles and challenges in their lives and that everyone has personal strengths and the abilities to overcome life's obstacles. I see my role as a therapist to be one that provides support, education, play, collaboration, listening, and assists with intervention toward attaining personal growth. I have extensive experience counseling those struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, school problems, abuse, trauma, family conflict, divorce, self-esteem, substance use and emotional or behavioral disorders. I possess a holistic perspective to therapy that focuses on building healthy relationships and boundaries, both with self and others.
I am kid tested and mom approved! I have been recognized by North Texas Child Magazine in 2013, 2014, and 2015 as a "Mom-Approved" Counselor, Therapist, and Alternative Health Practitioner.
I believe everyone encounters struggles and challenges in their lives and that everyone has personal strengths and the abilities to overcome life's obstacles. I see my role as a therapist to be one that provides support, education, play, collaboration, listening, and assists with intervention toward attaining personal growth. I have extensive experience counseling those struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, school problems, abuse, trauma, family conflict, divorce, self-esteem, substance use and emotional or behavioral disorders. I possess a holistic perspective to therapy that focuses on building healthy relationships and boundaries, both with self and others.
Caroline Walton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland Village, TX 75077
Waitlist for new clients
I have been an educator and therapist for over a decade, and I have worked with children, teens, and adults in areas such as substance use * anxiety * depression * trauma * blended-families * divorce * grief * self & emotional regulation issues * social skills difficulties * and self-esteem issues.
I CAN DO THIS! These four words seem easy to say but can be difficult for many to believe. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my approach to counseling places you in the driver's seat of your life, giving you the tools necessary for success. Whether a child, teen or adult, we all need to feel capable and courageous. I believe the flaws in how we view ourselves and the world around us can be deconstructed through the evaluation and elimination of false thinking. As your advocate and ally, together WE CAN DO THIS!
I have been an educator and therapist for over a decade, and I have worked with children, teens, and adults in areas such as substance use * anxiety * depression * trauma * blended-families * divorce * grief * self & emotional regulation issues * social skills difficulties * and self-esteem issues.
I CAN DO THIS! These four words seem easy to say but can be difficult for many to believe. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my approach to counseling places you in the driver's seat of your life, giving you the tools necessary for success. Whether a child, teen or adult, we all need to feel capable and courageous. I believe the flaws in how we view ourselves and the world around us can be deconstructed through the evaluation and elimination of false thinking. As your advocate and ally, together WE CAN DO THIS!
Chelsea Yurkovich
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Highland Village, TX 75077
If you or your child is in need of support, please call and I would be happy to share about our services here at EmpathyWell.
I believe counseling is a supportive environment within which all persons can seek both understanding and acceptance. Within my counseling work, I emphasize the importance of a trusting, therapeutic relationship with each and every client in order to allow for healthy growth and change. My passion lies with working with children, adolescents, and families in a safe, non-judgmental environment. My experience includes working with children, adolescents, teens, parents, and adults dealing with various mental health issues.
If you or your child is in need of support, please call and I would be happy to share about our services here at EmpathyWell.
I believe counseling is a supportive environment within which all persons can seek both understanding and acceptance. Within my counseling work, I emphasize the importance of a trusting, therapeutic relationship with each and every client in order to allow for healthy growth and change. My passion lies with working with children, adolescents, and families in a safe, non-judgmental environment. My experience includes working with children, adolescents, teens, parents, and adults dealing with various mental health issues.
Emily Angus
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
Highland Village, TX 75077
If you think you, your child, your teen, or your family could benefit from counseling or testing, please call or email today to learn more.
I believe counseling is beneficial for individuals of all ages who are looking for support in reaching personal goals. I work to provide a supportive and nonjudgmental environment to help clients feel safe enough to engage in self-exploration of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to achieve change. I strive to understand each person’s unique story in order to help facilitate happiness and feelings of success.
If you think you, your child, your teen, or your family could benefit from counseling or testing, please call or email today to learn more.
I believe counseling is beneficial for individuals of all ages who are looking for support in reaching personal goals. I work to provide a supportive and nonjudgmental environment to help clients feel safe enough to engage in self-exploration of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to achieve change. I strive to understand each person’s unique story in order to help facilitate happiness and feelings of success.
Meredith Holland
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Highland Village, TX 75077
I have extensive clinical experience treating children & adolescents, adults, couples & families.
You are not alone. In a society of unattainable standards it can appear that everyone has it together. From relationships to careers, parenting or happiness, we can be illusioned to others living a blissfully smooth life without fear, sadness or conflict. At some point in our lives, each of us may feel anxious, isolated, depressed or lonely and need help dealing with life's challenges. You are not alone. Problems with marriage or relationships, family situations, substance abuse, loss of a job, burnout, or parenting issues life can be overwhelming or debilitating, and at times beyond our ability to manage alone.
I have extensive clinical experience treating children & adolescents, adults, couples & families.
You are not alone. In a society of unattainable standards it can appear that everyone has it together. From relationships to careers, parenting or happiness, we can be illusioned to others living a blissfully smooth life without fear, sadness or conflict. At some point in our lives, each of us may feel anxious, isolated, depressed or lonely and need help dealing with life's challenges. You are not alone. Problems with marriage or relationships, family situations, substance abuse, loss of a job, burnout, or parenting issues life can be overwhelming or debilitating, and at times beyond our ability to manage alone.
Ashley Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Highland Village, TX 75077
For child clients: I use aspects of play, art, activity, and talk therapy in all my sessions.
If you or your child are struggling with excessive worry or anxiety, then you have come to the right place. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Play Therapist who specializes in working with people ages 5 - 35 who struggle with anxiety. Let's partner together to find the right coping skills for you to get back to loving yourself and loving your life!
For child clients: I use aspects of play, art, activity, and talk therapy in all my sessions.
If you or your child are struggling with excessive worry or anxiety, then you have come to the right place. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Play Therapist who specializes in working with people ages 5 - 35 who struggle with anxiety. Let's partner together to find the right coping skills for you to get back to loving yourself and loving your life!
Laurie Adkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland Village, TX 75077
I have extensive training and experience in play therapy and specialize in working with young children through adolescents.
I offer counseling in a natural, outdoor environment, which provides a peaceful and comfortable setting for sessions. Partnering with animals in therapy provides a powerful and relational alternative to traditional counseling. I am committed to walking alongside you through the process of healing. I believe in the healing power of safe and healthy relationships, which includes relationships with our animals at the barn.
I have extensive training and experience in play therapy and specialize in working with young children through adolescents.
I offer counseling in a natural, outdoor environment, which provides a peaceful and comfortable setting for sessions. Partnering with animals in therapy provides a powerful and relational alternative to traditional counseling. I am committed to walking alongside you through the process of healing. I believe in the healing power of safe and healthy relationships, which includes relationships with our animals at the barn.
Denise Butler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Highland Village, TX 75077 (Online Only)
For children, I believe parents should be involved in the therapeutic process.
Through diverse academic and professional experiences, I have developed a unique skillset and approach to therapy. I spent 8 years as a nanny before getting my undergraduate degree in early childhood education. I was a special education teacher for Lewisville ISD for 5 years. While working as a teacher, I completed my masters degree in counseling specializing in Play Therapy. Other professional work history includes the mobile Crisis Team for Denton County MHMR and counseling families in crisis at the Children's Advocacy Center. I am currently providing therapy to children ages 10+, teens, and women using a TeleHealth platform.
For children, I believe parents should be involved in the therapeutic process.
Through diverse academic and professional experiences, I have developed a unique skillset and approach to therapy. I spent 8 years as a nanny before getting my undergraduate degree in early childhood education. I was a special education teacher for Lewisville ISD for 5 years. While working as a teacher, I completed my masters degree in counseling specializing in Play Therapy. Other professional work history includes the mobile Crisis Team for Denton County MHMR and counseling families in crisis at the Children's Advocacy Center. I am currently providing therapy to children ages 10+, teens, and women using a TeleHealth platform.
Julie Ann Ballinger
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, BCN
Verified Verified
Highland Village, TX 75077
I have specialty training to help across the life-span including play therapy for children and activity therapy for tweens and adolescents.
I believe we can discover a life to love - and while life presents us with periods of stability and order, it also contains times of challenge and uncertainty. I trust that the periods of instability that require change can be successfully negotiated through self-exploration and self-compassion. My role as a counseling professional is to create and maintain a supportive, empathic, collaborative environment where you feel safe to explore and experiment with different solutions to your personal difficulties.
I have specialty training to help across the life-span including play therapy for children and activity therapy for tweens and adolescents.
I believe we can discover a life to love - and while life presents us with periods of stability and order, it also contains times of challenge and uncertainty. I trust that the periods of instability that require change can be successfully negotiated through self-exploration and self-compassion. My role as a counseling professional is to create and maintain a supportive, empathic, collaborative environment where you feel safe to explore and experiment with different solutions to your personal difficulties.
David Huffman
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland Village, TX 75077
I believe we all possess the potential to meet our challenges and find a fulfilling life. I look forward to accompanying you along this important journey. Through exploration of your experiences and through creative and courageous responses in your relationships, new pathways emerge. I provide conversation, expressive arts, and activity-based therapies with adults, couples, and teens. I provide play therapy for children, allowing them to feel safe, express themselves, and find solutions to problems, all in their natural language of play. I also enjoy collaborating with parents and caregivers to enhance relationships with their children and ease parenting challenges.
I believe we all possess the potential to meet our challenges and find a fulfilling life. I look forward to accompanying you along this important journey. Through exploration of your experiences and through creative and courageous responses in your relationships, new pathways emerge. I provide conversation, expressive arts, and activity-based therapies with adults, couples, and teens. I provide play therapy for children, allowing them to feel safe, express themselves, and find solutions to problems, all in their natural language of play. I also enjoy collaborating with parents and caregivers to enhance relationships with their children and ease parenting challenges.
Jennifer Tipton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland Village, TX 75077
When seeing children and adolescents, I believe in working collaboratively with parents, family, school counselors, and pediatricians for the highest level of care.
As a parent, former educator, and as counselor, I have insight into the challenges children, adolescents, and their parents face in the world today. I am passionate about creating a safe space for my clients to explore their feelings. They find themselves heard, accepted, and at ease in a compassionate, laid-back environment. Clients are able to develop the skills they need to bring about positive changes, self confidence and improve relationships.
When seeing children and adolescents, I believe in working collaboratively with parents, family, school counselors, and pediatricians for the highest level of care.
As a parent, former educator, and as counselor, I have insight into the challenges children, adolescents, and their parents face in the world today. I am passionate about creating a safe space for my clients to explore their feelings. They find themselves heard, accepted, and at ease in a compassionate, laid-back environment. Clients are able to develop the skills they need to bring about positive changes, self confidence and improve relationships.
Catherine Langston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Highland Village, TX 75067
I specialize in play therapy and activity therapy for children and adolescents, as well as talk therapy with adults.
Whether you are dealing with parenting struggles, loss, depression, anxiety, stress, new life adjustments, or seeking services for your child, we all need support sometimes. I believe that all people, children and adults alike, have the power within themselves to strive towards positive growth and change when provided with a safe, accepting environment. My approach to counseling focuses on facilitating a strong therapeutic relationship grounded in empathy, genuineness, and unconditional acceptance. I see my clients as collaborative partners, and together we work towards meeting their goals.
I specialize in play therapy and activity therapy for children and adolescents, as well as talk therapy with adults.
Whether you are dealing with parenting struggles, loss, depression, anxiety, stress, new life adjustments, or seeking services for your child, we all need support sometimes. I believe that all people, children and adults alike, have the power within themselves to strive towards positive growth and change when provided with a safe, accepting environment. My approach to counseling focuses on facilitating a strong therapeutic relationship grounded in empathy, genuineness, and unconditional acceptance. I see my clients as collaborative partners, and together we work towards meeting their goals.
I don’t just give parent homework; I work with you and your child to find that connection which is there.
Everyday leaves you feeling more defeated as a parent. You listen to other parents who seem to have it all together but for you it’s just failure, shame, and disappointment. The daily schedule of life with kids leaves you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and frustrated. The Joy of Parenting is just not there for you. I get it! Working with kids and families is my superpower!
I don’t just give parent homework; I work with you and your child to find that connection which is there.
Everyday leaves you feeling more defeated as a parent. You listen to other parents who seem to have it all together but for you it’s just failure, shame, and disappointment. The daily schedule of life with kids leaves you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and frustrated. The Joy of Parenting is just not there for you. I get it! Working with kids and families is my superpower!
Kathy N Jordon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD, AAMFT
Verified Verified
Highland Village, TX 75077
I work with couples, families, individuals,adolescents, and children (age 9 and older) who struggle with relational difficulties, depression, grief, poor communication, divorce, or adjustment to new situations.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. My training and 20+years of experience as a psychotherapist have equipped me with tools to share with individuals, partners, and families who want positive change in their lives.
I work with couples, families, individuals,adolescents, and children (age 9 and older) who struggle with relational difficulties, depression, grief, poor communication, divorce, or adjustment to new situations.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. My training and 20+years of experience as a psychotherapist have equipped me with tools to share with individuals, partners, and families who want positive change in their lives.
Lisa H. Lang
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LPC, LMFT, CCBT, CCHT
Verified Verified
Highland Village, TX 75077
I am a Cognitive Behavioral therapist and life coach and have been in practice for over 30 years. I have worked with adults, adolescents, and children in individual settings and as families and large groups. I have all three Texas licenses: LPC, LMFT, and LMSW. I teach clients Skills so they will be able to communicate effectively, problem solve, and team play/work using a variety of techniques, including hypnosis. I will help you learn to Focus on the Facts, live in the present moment, resolve issues from your past and move forward in a healthy and productive manner. Please see my website for more information.
I am a Cognitive Behavioral therapist and life coach and have been in practice for over 30 years. I have worked with adults, adolescents, and children in individual settings and as families and large groups. I have all three Texas licenses: LPC, LMFT, and LMSW. I teach clients Skills so they will be able to communicate effectively, problem solve, and team play/work using a variety of techniques, including hypnosis. I will help you learn to Focus on the Facts, live in the present moment, resolve issues from your past and move forward in a healthy and productive manner. Please see my website for more information.
Michele Smiley Greer
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, LPC-S, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland Village, TX 75077
Greer works with individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and children.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a systems trained therapist, Dr. Greer's goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, she will assist you in unearthing long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Dr. Greer's counseling utilizes interactive, experiential , and cognitive behavioral techniques. Dr. Greer believes therapy is collaboration between the client and therapist.
Greer works with individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and children.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a systems trained therapist, Dr. Greer's goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, she will assist you in unearthing long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Dr. Greer's counseling utilizes interactive, experiential , and cognitive behavioral techniques. Dr. Greer believes therapy is collaboration between the client and therapist.
Rebeca Mata
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Highland Village, TX 75077
I am Rebeca Mata, founder of Mata Counseling Services in Flower Mound. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with extensive experience working with children/teens and adults with diverse issues- specifically trauma. I am certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). My compassionate team provides professional individual counseling to children and adults who are survivors of trauma and/or experiencing a wide array of issues, including but not limited to, depression, self-harm, anxiety, grief, anger, self-esteem, and relationships.
I am Rebeca Mata, founder of Mata Counseling Services in Flower Mound. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with extensive experience working with children/teens and adults with diverse issues- specifically trauma. I am certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). My compassionate team provides professional individual counseling to children and adults who are survivors of trauma and/or experiencing a wide array of issues, including but not limited to, depression, self-harm, anxiety, grief, anger, self-esteem, and relationships.
Ryleigh Loser
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Highland Village, TX 75067
Whether you're an individual facing personal challenges, or a parent seeking support for your child, I'm here to help you build a path forward. While I bring a peaceful, cozy vibe to our sessions, I don’t shy away from addressing the deeper, more challenging issues. I have extensive experience in treating trauma, life transitions, self-acceptance, anxiety, depression, mens issues and sexual abuse. Together we will create a relational environment that feels safe, grounded, and connected. Cozy blankets are encouraged!
Whether you're an individual facing personal challenges, or a parent seeking support for your child, I'm here to help you build a path forward. While I bring a peaceful, cozy vibe to our sessions, I don’t shy away from addressing the deeper, more challenging issues. I have extensive experience in treating trauma, life transitions, self-acceptance, anxiety, depression, mens issues and sexual abuse. Together we will create a relational environment that feels safe, grounded, and connected. Cozy blankets are encouraged!
I work with individuals and families from all walks of life, provide play-based therapy to children and adolescents, and specialize in anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, and relationship issues.
Whether I am working with a five-year-old adjusting to a new environment, a teenager dealing with depression, or an established adult suffering from grief, my goal is to create an atmosphere of vulnerability, honesty, and trust so that my clients can feel safe to express whatever burden they carry. I approach every session with curiosity, gentleness, and a genuine desire for clients to feel known, respected, and valued.
I work with individuals and families from all walks of life, provide play-based therapy to children and adolescents, and specialize in anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, and relationship issues.
Whether I am working with a five-year-old adjusting to a new environment, a teenager dealing with depression, or an established adult suffering from grief, my goal is to create an atmosphere of vulnerability, honesty, and trust so that my clients can feel safe to express whatever burden they carry. I approach every session with curiosity, gentleness, and a genuine desire for clients to feel known, respected, and valued.
Taylor Daniel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Highland Village, TX 75067
I understand how overwhelming it can feel to navigate your child's intense emotions or your own neurodivergence.
You’re a parent feeling overwhelmed by your child’s intense emotions or behaviors, unsure of how to support their autism, ADHD, or sensory needs. Or maybe you’re an adult, navigating life with neurodivergence, feeling misunderstood or disconnected. You need someone who "gets it," who can help you understand the "why" behind behaviors and provide tools that actually work. Your goal is to embrace your or your child’s uniqueness, reduce stress, and create a sense of peace and understanding at home or within yourself. You want guidance from someone with lived experience who can empower you with lasting solutions.
I understand how overwhelming it can feel to navigate your child's intense emotions or your own neurodivergence.
You’re a parent feeling overwhelmed by your child’s intense emotions or behaviors, unsure of how to support their autism, ADHD, or sensory needs. Or maybe you’re an adult, navigating life with neurodivergence, feeling misunderstood or disconnected. You need someone who "gets it," who can help you understand the "why" behind behaviors and provide tools that actually work. Your goal is to embrace your or your child’s uniqueness, reduce stress, and create a sense of peace and understanding at home or within yourself. You want guidance from someone with lived experience who can empower you with lasting solutions.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Highland Village, 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 Highland Village build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Highland Village 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.