Child Therapists in Lakeway, TX
Shelley Buresh Coleman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78734
The services I provide include parent education, play therapy, child and adolescent therapy, and family therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist with 16 years of clinical experience, 10 years of business management experience, and 20 years of parenting experience. The concentration of my work is with children, adolescents, and families. I am fortunate to have worked in foster care, psychiatric inpatient care, and outpatient settings with these populations. My practice is equipped with a therapeutic play room and I provide services for children as young as 3.
The services I provide include parent education, play therapy, child and adolescent therapy, and family therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist with 16 years of clinical experience, 10 years of business management experience, and 20 years of parenting experience. The concentration of my work is with children, adolescents, and families. I am fortunate to have worked in foster care, psychiatric inpatient care, and outpatient settings with these populations. My practice is equipped with a therapeutic play room and I provide services for children as young as 3.
I work with every age and specialize in working with children and young adults.
Taking the first step in searching for a counselor can be one of the most challenging aspects of therapy. Whether you are here to find a counselor for yourself or your child, welcome. As your future therapist, it is my goal to create a safe and comfortable environment for you to explore your most authentic self. I bring a warm and gentle approach to counseling and believe that each client is the expert on themself and their life. No two people are exactly the same, and I strive to help my clients better understand their unique needs, wants, and dreams and how to best communicate and work toward them.
I work with every age and specialize in working with children and young adults.
Taking the first step in searching for a counselor can be one of the most challenging aspects of therapy. Whether you are here to find a counselor for yourself or your child, welcome. As your future therapist, it is my goal to create a safe and comfortable environment for you to explore your most authentic self. I bring a warm and gentle approach to counseling and believe that each client is the expert on themself and their life. No two people are exactly the same, and I strive to help my clients better understand their unique needs, wants, and dreams and how to best communicate and work toward them.
Leslie Doctor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78734
For children, play is the language in which they communicate and therefore the therapeutic process is based in play.
I work with adults, children and adolescent who struggle with stress, self-esteem, difficult behaviors, screen time/technology addiction, history of trauma or abuse, relationships, school or big life transition such as divorce, death, or illness - or those with anxiety or depression with no known trigger. I provide a safe therapeutic space to work through emotions and build on coping strategies. While much of my practice is dedicated to child/adolescent clients, I see adults and couples, especially those impacted by cancer, bereavement, neurodiversity (ADHD/Gifted/2e/Autistic) burnout, addictions, trauma or parenting concerns.
For children, play is the language in which they communicate and therefore the therapeutic process is based in play.
I work with adults, children and adolescent who struggle with stress, self-esteem, difficult behaviors, screen time/technology addiction, history of trauma or abuse, relationships, school or big life transition such as divorce, death, or illness - or those with anxiety or depression with no known trigger. I provide a safe therapeutic space to work through emotions and build on coping strategies. While much of my practice is dedicated to child/adolescent clients, I see adults and couples, especially those impacted by cancer, bereavement, neurodiversity (ADHD/Gifted/2e/Autistic) burnout, addictions, trauma or parenting concerns.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor with special training and interest in areas of marriage and relationships, postpartum depression, separation and divorce, parent- child relations and women's issues. In my practice I strive to create a compassionate, respectful and trusting environment in which clients feel comfortable to explore their individual experiences. I conduct individual, couples, and family therapy, which includes practice with adults, adolescents, and children.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor with special training and interest in areas of marriage and relationships, postpartum depression, separation and divorce, parent- child relations and women's issues. In my practice I strive to create a compassionate, respectful and trusting environment in which clients feel comfortable to explore their individual experiences. I conduct individual, couples, and family therapy, which includes practice with adults, adolescents, and children.
Mandi Melendez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT-S, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78734
Favorite topics include working with gifted children and families, technology and screen time, children and trauma, sandtray, play therapy, and expressive therapies.
As a parent myself I understand that raising children can be challenging, and I am passionate about supporting families in realizing their full potential for love, growth and peaceful relationships. I use evidence based practices to facilitate empowerment, self-control and healing through play, artistic expression, and sandtray therapy. I specialize in work with children, adolescents, and their caregivers, and have served as President of the Texas Association for Play Therapy and Clinical Editor for Play Therapy Magazine.
Favorite topics include working with gifted children and families, technology and screen time, children and trauma, sandtray, play therapy, and expressive therapies.
As a parent myself I understand that raising children can be challenging, and I am passionate about supporting families in realizing their full potential for love, growth and peaceful relationships. I use evidence based practices to facilitate empowerment, self-control and healing through play, artistic expression, and sandtray therapy. I specialize in work with children, adolescents, and their caregivers, and have served as President of the Texas Association for Play Therapy and Clinical Editor for Play Therapy Magazine.
Jennifer Heggem
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78738
I work with adults and children 6 and up.
Sometimes life will bring difficulties that challenge our ability to experience it to the fullest and meet our potential. Helping you to navigate the tough parts of your life and discover your true potential for success and happiness is what I enjoy most in my practice. I have spent several years working with individuals, couples, and families experiencing depression, anxiety, relational problems, life transitions, self-harm, substance abuse, suicidal thoughts, physical, emotional and sexual abuse.
I work with adults and children 6 and up.
Sometimes life will bring difficulties that challenge our ability to experience it to the fullest and meet our potential. Helping you to navigate the tough parts of your life and discover your true potential for success and happiness is what I enjoy most in my practice. I have spent several years working with individuals, couples, and families experiencing depression, anxiety, relational problems, life transitions, self-harm, substance abuse, suicidal thoughts, physical, emotional and sexual abuse.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with 10 years of private practice experience providing services for children and families with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues. I offer a family systems approach tailored to each family's needs in a comfortable and supportive enviornment.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with 10 years of private practice experience providing services for children and families with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues. I offer a family systems approach tailored to each family's needs in a comfortable and supportive enviornment.
Camilla Bolch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lakeway, TX 78734 (Online Only)
With an accepting, creative approach I strive to view the child's (or parent's) world as they see it.
I am passionate about helping children and their parents experience "less stress and more success" in their daily lives. My client-centered approach includes play-based activities, CBT, stress-management and mindfulness training. I offer therapeutic parenting support to help families reach their goals. With over 25 years of experience, I still delight in helping my clients recognize and affirm their unique strengths and find positive, creative solutions to overcome the challenges they face.
With an accepting, creative approach I strive to view the child's (or parent's) world as they see it.
I am passionate about helping children and their parents experience "less stress and more success" in their daily lives. My client-centered approach includes play-based activities, CBT, stress-management and mindfulness training. I offer therapeutic parenting support to help families reach their goals. With over 25 years of experience, I still delight in helping my clients recognize and affirm their unique strengths and find positive, creative solutions to overcome the challenges they face.
Claudia Legarreta
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78734
With over eight years of experience working with children, young adults and parents she has gained great knowledge and training in a variety of specialties.
At Relational Pathways we strive to offer a safe and non-judgmental environment where families are able to strengthen their connections and achieve their therapeutic goals. Whether you are looking for parental mentoring, child therapy or neurofeedback therapy , we offer an array of services that can assist you and your family reach your gaols.
With over eight years of experience working with children, young adults and parents she has gained great knowledge and training in a variety of specialties.
At Relational Pathways we strive to offer a safe and non-judgmental environment where families are able to strengthen their connections and achieve their therapeutic goals. Whether you are looking for parental mentoring, child therapy or neurofeedback therapy , we offer an array of services that can assist you and your family reach your gaols.
I prioritize protecting your child's and family's privacy and right to make informed healthcare decisions.
Is your child struggling? Children, teens and their parents face unprecedented challenges in today's rapidly changing world. Anxiety, depression, learning disabilities, attention problems, school stress, difficult relationships, life transitions, chronic illness, grief, mental illness and other experiences compound the inherent challenges of growing up. You and your child may feel discouraged and alone braving these challenges yet experiencing challenges is universal and affirms our connection to each other. How different would life be if we instinctively embraced this truth and reached out for connection to grow through challenges together?
I prioritize protecting your child's and family's privacy and right to make informed healthcare decisions.
Is your child struggling? Children, teens and their parents face unprecedented challenges in today's rapidly changing world. Anxiety, depression, learning disabilities, attention problems, school stress, difficult relationships, life transitions, chronic illness, grief, mental illness and other experiences compound the inherent challenges of growing up. You and your child may feel discouraged and alone braving these challenges yet experiencing challenges is universal and affirms our connection to each other. How different would life be if we instinctively embraced this truth and reached out for connection to grow through challenges together?
Stephanie M Arsenault
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78738
Waitlist for new clients
I want to help your child get to a place where they can be happy and feel confident.
If you are reading my profile, then you are probably looking for someone to help you with the problems that you and your family are facing. Perhaps your child is struggling with social anxiety, is depressed, acting out aggressively, having difficulties accepting a divorce, experiencing stress from school and extracurricular activities, or they just want someone to talk things through with. My practice focuses on helping youth learn how to cope with the stressors life brings them and to reach their potential.
I want to help your child get to a place where they can be happy and feel confident.
If you are reading my profile, then you are probably looking for someone to help you with the problems that you and your family are facing. Perhaps your child is struggling with social anxiety, is depressed, acting out aggressively, having difficulties accepting a divorce, experiencing stress from school and extracurricular activities, or they just want someone to talk things through with. My practice focuses on helping youth learn how to cope with the stressors life brings them and to reach their potential.
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Therapy is a special relationship that fosters behavioral and thought changes while increasing personal growth through the creation of a secure environment. Through effective communication, therapeutic techniques, and positive support together we can work on the difficulties and struggles in your and your family's lives. I enjoy working with individuals and families struggling with a variety of issues. I specialize in anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, self-esteem and trauma. I have been working with children, adolescents and adults for the past 10 years in a variety of therapeutic settings.
Therapy is a special relationship that fosters behavioral and thought changes while increasing personal growth through the creation of a secure environment. Through effective communication, therapeutic techniques, and positive support together we can work on the difficulties and struggles in your and your family's lives. I enjoy working with individuals and families struggling with a variety of issues. I specialize in anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, self-esteem and trauma. I have been working with children, adolescents and adults for the past 10 years in a variety of therapeutic settings.
Brittany L Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78738
I now enjoy working with ages 4-21, particularly nuerodivergent children and adults and Deeply Feeling Kids.
I specialize in play therapy and mental health counseling for children, adolescents, and young adults. I have fifteen years of experience working with children presenting with anxiety, behavioral challenges, twice exceptional/gifted, autism, ADHD, OCD, high achieving/perfectionism, depression, and more. I prioritize an authentic relationship with clients and use a strength-based approach that is child-led to ensure kids feel safe and connected. I am also passionate about supporting parents and caregivers throughout the process. My office is a warm and inviting space where kids can be fully themselves.
I now enjoy working with ages 4-21, particularly nuerodivergent children and adults and Deeply Feeling Kids.
I specialize in play therapy and mental health counseling for children, adolescents, and young adults. I have fifteen years of experience working with children presenting with anxiety, behavioral challenges, twice exceptional/gifted, autism, ADHD, OCD, high achieving/perfectionism, depression, and more. I prioritize an authentic relationship with clients and use a strength-based approach that is child-led to ensure kids feel safe and connected. I am also passionate about supporting parents and caregivers throughout the process. My office is a warm and inviting space where kids can be fully themselves.
Michelle Monahan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Lakeway, TX 78734
I have knowledge as to the difficulties children face today and as they take on adulthood.
Parents, are you struggling with knowing how to help your child? Life can come with challenges and seeking additional support can provide welcomed growth. Let me help you on this journey! My practice offers a safe and reassuring environment in which clients can feel seen, heard, and encouraged to explore their own vulnerabilities. My background and passions are in supporting neurodiverse school-aged children, young adults, and parents to collaborate and make a lasting change. Working together is my goal to develop coping skills, build resilience, and thrive. Booking now for an August start!
I have knowledge as to the difficulties children face today and as they take on adulthood.
Parents, are you struggling with knowing how to help your child? Life can come with challenges and seeking additional support can provide welcomed growth. Let me help you on this journey! My practice offers a safe and reassuring environment in which clients can feel seen, heard, and encouraged to explore their own vulnerabilities. My background and passions are in supporting neurodiverse school-aged children, young adults, and parents to collaborate and make a lasting change. Working together is my goal to develop coping skills, build resilience, and thrive. Booking now for an August start!
Ashley Laird
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78734
I like to use expressive modalities, such as art and play therapy so children can communicate wants and needs in a developmentally appropriate manner.
As a counselor I aim to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment where clients feel seen, heard and accepted. I want to help individuals in their journey through healing, and I believe that process begins with trust and genuineness from one’s therapist.
I like to use expressive modalities, such as art and play therapy so children can communicate wants and needs in a developmentally appropriate manner.
As a counselor I aim to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment where clients feel seen, heard and accepted. I want to help individuals in their journey through healing, and I believe that process begins with trust and genuineness from one’s therapist.
I am a postpartum support professional with a passion for working with women and their families as they navigate infertility, difficult pregnancies, pregnancy loss, child loss, birth trauma and perinatal mood disorders.
Therapy is one of the most valuable measures of self-care one can take to live a well-balanced life. I am honored to support my clients as they navigate rocky or unfamiliar waters during periods of adjustment, anxiety and depression. These seasons of our lives can feel unsettling and cause us to feel “stuck” in an unpleasant place. Fortunately, they also present us with the opportunity for growth toward a more rewarding life. Unveiling anxiety, depression, unsettling thoughts, insecurities, trauma and disappointment requires courage- I commend you for taking this first step!
I am a postpartum support professional with a passion for working with women and their families as they navigate infertility, difficult pregnancies, pregnancy loss, child loss, birth trauma and perinatal mood disorders.
Therapy is one of the most valuable measures of self-care one can take to live a well-balanced life. I am honored to support my clients as they navigate rocky or unfamiliar waters during periods of adjustment, anxiety and depression. These seasons of our lives can feel unsettling and cause us to feel “stuck” in an unpleasant place. Fortunately, they also present us with the opportunity for growth toward a more rewarding life. Unveiling anxiety, depression, unsettling thoughts, insecurities, trauma and disappointment requires courage- I commend you for taking this first step!
Our child and adolescent therapists pursue the highest level of specialty for working with young clients, the Registered Play Therapist credential, while Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists support couples and family groups.
We specialize in work with children, adolescents, families and couples. Family and other supportive relationships are vital to a sense of safety and well-being, and we will work closely with you to create an environment that will nurture optimal growth and development, both individually and in the context of important relationships. We work to make sense of your experiences and set attainable goals for a more satisfying and fulfilling future.
Our child and adolescent therapists pursue the highest level of specialty for working with young clients, the Registered Play Therapist credential, while Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists support couples and family groups.
We specialize in work with children, adolescents, families and couples. Family and other supportive relationships are vital to a sense of safety and well-being, and we will work closely with you to create an environment that will nurture optimal growth and development, both individually and in the context of important relationships. We work to make sense of your experiences and set attainable goals for a more satisfying and fulfilling future.
I see clients who have come to the realization that some areas in their lives aren't working and/or they're not on the path that they would like to be following. Many of them have also experienced childhood trauma and/or trauma later in life, complex PTSD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and depression. I can help you identify the factors that are keeping you stuck and provide support while you develop the necessary skills and insights to move forward. I use a combination of talk therapy and EMDR in treating clients. I see adults, adolescents and children 10 years of age and older. I offer a free 30-minute phone consultation.
I see clients who have come to the realization that some areas in their lives aren't working and/or they're not on the path that they would like to be following. Many of them have also experienced childhood trauma and/or trauma later in life, complex PTSD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and depression. I can help you identify the factors that are keeping you stuck and provide support while you develop the necessary skills and insights to move forward. I use a combination of talk therapy and EMDR in treating clients. I see adults, adolescents and children 10 years of age and older. I offer a free 30-minute phone consultation.
I also enjoy working with tweens and adolescents as they learn to who they are and how to maneuver the world they live in, and partnering with parents to enjoy their children in every developmental stage of their maturation process.
Each of us is complex with a physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspect. My goal is to help you explore every part of your being and promote integration instead of compartmentalization, for true wholeness. I work with those who have struggled with anxiety, depression, fear, anger and shame to discover healing, giftedness and purpose.
I also enjoy working with tweens and adolescents as they learn to who they are and how to maneuver the world they live in, and partnering with parents to enjoy their children in every developmental stage of their maturation process.
Each of us is complex with a physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspect. My goal is to help you explore every part of your being and promote integration instead of compartmentalization, for true wholeness. I work with those who have struggled with anxiety, depression, fear, anger and shame to discover healing, giftedness and purpose.
Tony Vitela, LCSW, SAP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAP
Verified Verified
Lakeway, TX 78734
Licensed since 1993 and in private practice since 1999. Previous work-related experience includes working at a residential treatment center, youth shelter, juvenile detention center, chemical dependency unit, adolescent and adult in-patient hospital, Employee Assistance Program, crisis intervention, in-take assessments, and intensive out-patient programming. Over the past two decades, I have served individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly. I am a certified and approved DOT Substance Abuse Professional.
Licensed since 1993 and in private practice since 1999. Previous work-related experience includes working at a residential treatment center, youth shelter, juvenile detention center, chemical dependency unit, adolescent and adult in-patient hospital, Employee Assistance Program, crisis intervention, in-take assessments, and intensive out-patient programming. Over the past two decades, I have served individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly. I am a certified and approved DOT Substance Abuse Professional.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Lakeway, 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 Lakeway 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 Lakeway 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.