Child Therapists in Pleasanton, TX
Victoria Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pleasanton, TX 78064 (Online Only)
Coming from a background in the school system, I have a unique perspective into how children, teens, and young adults process information and engage with situations in their daily life.
Therapy isn’t what it used to be! It doesn’t have to be stuffy or scary. I want you to feel comfortable, safe, and enjoy the process! This is your journey, your time, and your money, so I want to make sure the experience is tailored to you and your needs. Whether you want to talk about a traumatic event or just process every day life, I’m here for you.
Coming from a background in the school system, I have a unique perspective into how children, teens, and young adults process information and engage with situations in their daily life.
Therapy isn’t what it used to be! It doesn’t have to be stuffy or scary. I want you to feel comfortable, safe, and enjoy the process! This is your journey, your time, and your money, so I want to make sure the experience is tailored to you and your needs. Whether you want to talk about a traumatic event or just process every day life, I’m here for you.
Elizabeth Tofani-Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCDC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, TX 78064
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with advanced training and over 14 years experience providing effective psychotherapy to adults, children and families, with a broad range of difficulties.
My goal is to help people who are struggling with personal and interpersonal challenges. Whether you're struggling with a long-term problem or just going through a rough patch, my goal is to help you move forward, feel more empowered and in control of your life. The therapeutic relationship offers a thoughtful, sensitive and safe space where you will feel heard and understood, and where you will get honest, objective feedback. We will start with where you feel stuck, and develop a plan to help you make changes. Each of us has a unique personal history.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with advanced training and over 14 years experience providing effective psychotherapy to adults, children and families, with a broad range of difficulties.
My goal is to help people who are struggling with personal and interpersonal challenges. Whether you're struggling with a long-term problem or just going through a rough patch, my goal is to help you move forward, feel more empowered and in control of your life. The therapeutic relationship offers a thoughtful, sensitive and safe space where you will feel heard and understood, and where you will get honest, objective feedback. We will start with where you feel stuck, and develop a plan to help you make changes. Each of us has a unique personal history.
Charlotte M Taber
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, TX 78064
People who seek therapy are the sanest of us all. They look around at their lives and they realize that they want something better and they have the courage to go out and get it.
People who seek therapy are the sanest of us all. They look around at their lives and they realize that they want something better and they have the courage to go out and get it.
La Luz Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pleasanton, TX 78064
Feel like you're getting lost in your own thoughts? Are you worried your situation won't get any better? Does it feel like you're missing out on so much life because you feel so worried, anxious and stressed all the time? Every day seems to be getting harder and harder and your main goal lately seems to be "just get through it." We want to help you get to a point where you're not just getting through each day, but actually living an anxious-free life.
Feel like you're getting lost in your own thoughts? Are you worried your situation won't get any better? Does it feel like you're missing out on so much life because you feel so worried, anxious and stressed all the time? Every day seems to be getting harder and harder and your main goal lately seems to be "just get through it." We want to help you get to a point where you're not just getting through each day, but actually living an anxious-free life.
Tabitha Strong
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasanton, TX 78064
Counseling requires vulnerability and hard work, but that work can lead to hope and the ability to achieve goals and overcome challenges. I am here to walk with you every step of the way, from life changes to anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. I believe that people have the capacity to change and become the best versions of themselves. My goal in counseling is to help individuals overcome past trauma, confront upcoming challenges, and cope with current struggles using effective tools they can continue to utilize in their daily lives.
Counseling requires vulnerability and hard work, but that work can lead to hope and the ability to achieve goals and overcome challenges. I am here to walk with you every step of the way, from life changes to anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. I believe that people have the capacity to change and become the best versions of themselves. My goal in counseling is to help individuals overcome past trauma, confront upcoming challenges, and cope with current struggles using effective tools they can continue to utilize in their daily lives.
As a therapist, I believe that counseling services are a means for those in need, to seek professional, impartial and nonjudgmental assistance in a safe and comfortable environment
As a therapist, I believe that counseling services are a means for those in need, to seek professional, impartial and nonjudgmental assistance in a safe and comfortable environment
Laquetta Wright
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, TX 78064 (Online Only)
I decided to pursue a professional career in the sciences requiring the ability to treat and explore human beings. After careful consideration, I discovered Counseling/ Psychology to be a perfect avenue. Completing my education and mastering the professional licensure examinations has led to a fulfilling occupational advancement. Current therapy focuses on rural and urban areas. Experienced diagnoses difficulties including but not limited to autism, attention deficit disorder, conduct disorder, bipolar, learning disabilities, oppositional defiant disorder, mood disorder, adjustment disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
I decided to pursue a professional career in the sciences requiring the ability to treat and explore human beings. After careful consideration, I discovered Counseling/ Psychology to be a perfect avenue. Completing my education and mastering the professional licensure examinations has led to a fulfilling occupational advancement. Current therapy focuses on rural and urban areas. Experienced diagnoses difficulties including but not limited to autism, attention deficit disorder, conduct disorder, bipolar, learning disabilities, oppositional defiant disorder, mood disorder, adjustment disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
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Jennifer R Iruegas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Jourdanton, TX 78026 (Online Only)
I really enjoy working with children and adolescents and caregivers.
I am a Licensed Clinical social worker, currently licensed in the state of Texas. I am a native Texan and live in the rural south. I have a passion for working with children and families. I worked for Child Protective Services for almost a decade and have since worked for various agencies targeting the mental health needs of children and adolescents. I have experience working with the Juvenile justice system as a detention officer and a therapist. I have experience with CPS court systems as well as working with victims of abuse and/or neglect.
I really enjoy working with children and adolescents and caregivers.
I am a Licensed Clinical social worker, currently licensed in the state of Texas. I am a native Texan and live in the rural south. I have a passion for working with children and families. I worked for Child Protective Services for almost a decade and have since worked for various agencies targeting the mental health needs of children and adolescents. I have experience working with the Juvenile justice system as a detention officer and a therapist. I have experience with CPS court systems as well as working with victims of abuse and/or neglect.
Online Therapists
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Rebecca Valdez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78258 (Online Only)
My areas of competence include adolescent therapy, children & family therapy, anxiety, depression, and immigration issues.
I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor in San Antonio, Texas. I have a masters in Individual and Family Psychotherapy from Our Lady of the Lake University. I have worked with families and individuals diagnosed with depression, anxiety, and those who struggle with behavior problems and communication. I help people to utilize their existing strengths and abilities to overcome personal, relational and psychological difficulties.
My areas of competence include adolescent therapy, children & family therapy, anxiety, depression, and immigration issues.
I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor in San Antonio, Texas. I have a masters in Individual and Family Psychotherapy from Our Lady of the Lake University. I have worked with families and individuals diagnosed with depression, anxiety, and those who struggle with behavior problems and communication. I help people to utilize their existing strengths and abilities to overcome personal, relational and psychological difficulties.
Jeffrey N. McDaniel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Rio Frio, TX 78879
For people experiencing marital problems, child behavior issues, stress from work, blended families, financial, grief, divorce and custody conflicts, anger, substance abuse, depression and anxiety issues, I specialize in brief, solution focused therapeutic approaches.
As a therapist working for over twenty-five years with Family Counseling Service, Charlie's Place Recovery Center, multiple Employee Assistance Programs, and in private practice, I have assisted many employees of the City of Corpus Christi, CCISD, the RTA, Christus Spohn Health Care Systems, and many national EAP Programs. I worked for over 15 years in the Nueces County Juvenile Justice Center, am a Designated Mental Health Provider for multiple State Licensing Boards, and as a Critical Incident Stress De-Briefer. My experience has taught me that there are life situations that people go through which can benefit from counseling.
For people experiencing marital problems, child behavior issues, stress from work, blended families, financial, grief, divorce and custody conflicts, anger, substance abuse, depression and anxiety issues, I specialize in brief, solution focused therapeutic approaches.
As a therapist working for over twenty-five years with Family Counseling Service, Charlie's Place Recovery Center, multiple Employee Assistance Programs, and in private practice, I have assisted many employees of the City of Corpus Christi, CCISD, the RTA, Christus Spohn Health Care Systems, and many national EAP Programs. I worked for over 15 years in the Nueces County Juvenile Justice Center, am a Designated Mental Health Provider for multiple State Licensing Boards, and as a Critical Incident Stress De-Briefer. My experience has taught me that there are life situations that people go through which can benefit from counseling.
Brittany L Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Rollingwood, TX 78746
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.
You can click on my website link to directly set up an appointment. I enjoy working with people of all ages. I specialize in working with children and adolescents dealing with anger management, anxiety, low self-esteem, aspergers, depression, school and family problems and self-identity issues. I believe in working closely with parents and families. Working together we can make things better for the family. To my work I bring thirty years of experience as a therapist in private practice, a therapist at Jewish Family Service, and a classroom teacher.
You can click on my website link to directly set up an appointment. I enjoy working with people of all ages. I specialize in working with children and adolescents dealing with anger management, anxiety, low self-esteem, aspergers, depression, school and family problems and self-identity issues. I believe in working closely with parents and families. Working together we can make things better for the family. To my work I bring thirty years of experience as a therapist in private practice, a therapist at Jewish Family Service, and a classroom teacher.
Mending Hearts Play Therapy & Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78232
Waitlist for new clients
If you're ready to empower your child's journey, navigate life's challenges, and provide them with the support they need, please reach out to us.
We help the child who has been struggling with divorce, behavioral issues, & regulating emotions by providing a safe spot to feel seen, heard, & accepted to create healthy change. Our sessions will prioritize trust in the therapeutic relationship to process life’s challenges, by the power of play! Oftentimes children will feel like they’re just having fun. That’s the experience we prioritize they have! But actually through their play, we are processing their life situations & learning coping skills. As counselors, we encourage our clients to openly share their challenges, and together, we carry the load until it's time to let go.
If you're ready to empower your child's journey, navigate life's challenges, and provide them with the support they need, please reach out to us.
We help the child who has been struggling with divorce, behavioral issues, & regulating emotions by providing a safe spot to feel seen, heard, & accepted to create healthy change. Our sessions will prioritize trust in the therapeutic relationship to process life’s challenges, by the power of play! Oftentimes children will feel like they’re just having fun. That’s the experience we prioritize they have! But actually through their play, we are processing their life situations & learning coping skills. As counselors, we encourage our clients to openly share their challenges, and together, we carry the load until it's time to let go.
Scott A Harpst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78704 (Online Only)
I am an experienced mental health and life transitions counselor and psychotherapist with 25+ years of experience. I have trained in brief and family therapy and Ericksonian psychotherapy and offer hypnosis as an adjunct to therapy. My style is synthesis of many approaches and techniques that I have created over the years which really works. I see children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
I am an experienced mental health and life transitions counselor and psychotherapist with 25+ years of experience. I have trained in brief and family therapy and Ericksonian psychotherapy and offer hypnosis as an adjunct to therapy. My style is synthesis of many approaches and techniques that I have created over the years which really works. I see children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
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.
Roberta M. Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78232
She has been told that she has a gift for working with children, adolescents and parents.
Counseling and therapy can provide new hope, helping clients discover or redefine the path to achieving goals and bringing deeper meaning to their lives. Roberta believes that each person is unique, with individual purposes and gifts. She works well with individuals, children, adolescents and families, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other integrative therapeutic techniques from a holistic perspective. Roberta has done extensive postgraduate work in art therapy and often utilizes expressive arts therapies and play therapy to help clients work through difficulties and trauma.
She has been told that she has a gift for working with children, adolescents and parents.
Counseling and therapy can provide new hope, helping clients discover or redefine the path to achieving goals and bringing deeper meaning to their lives. Roberta believes that each person is unique, with individual purposes and gifts. She works well with individuals, children, adolescents and families, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other integrative therapeutic techniques from a holistic perspective. Roberta has done extensive postgraduate work in art therapy and often utilizes expressive arts therapies and play therapy to help clients work through difficulties and trauma.
Dr. Kirstie Carmichael
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DBH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with clients who want to begin a journey into a new chapter of growth , healing , and empowerment . Challenges like anxiety , depression , life stressors , school issues , relationship growth , and grief and loss do not have to be tackled alone and I am here to help my clients learn new skills and resilience. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, active-duty military service members, hospice, and individuals who are incarcerated.
I enjoy working with clients who want to begin a journey into a new chapter of growth , healing , and empowerment . Challenges like anxiety , depression , life stressors , school issues , relationship growth , and grief and loss do not have to be tackled alone and I am here to help my clients learn new skills and resilience. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, active-duty military service members, hospice, and individuals who are incarcerated.
Ashley J Stancil
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, CSC, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78705 (Online Only)
I have experience working with addiction, trauma, pre-marital/marital counseling, and families with special needs children.
I am a woman who wears many hats, and my life experiences have led to my passion and career pursuit in counseling. I believe in the importance of self-care and adopting a fresh perspective when life's adversities can leave us feeling "stuck." Not everything in life is within our control. However, we can foster our inner resilience while employing researched intervention strategies and theoretical approaches in counseling to sustain ourselves during the unexpected.
I have experience working with addiction, trauma, pre-marital/marital counseling, and families with special needs children.
I am a woman who wears many hats, and my life experiences have led to my passion and career pursuit in counseling. I believe in the importance of self-care and adopting a fresh perspective when life's adversities can leave us feeling "stuck." Not everything in life is within our control. However, we can foster our inner resilience while employing researched intervention strategies and theoretical approaches in counseling to sustain ourselves during the unexpected.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
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.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
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.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Pleasanton, 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 Pleasanton 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 Pleasanton 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.