Child Therapists in Alexandria, VA
Helping children, adolescents, families connect and communicate better with the ones they care about most, and in the communities that matter to them.
At times, we all struggle with the inevitable trials of being human. You may be a parent or partner in a significant relationship struggling with connection, and in need of both practical and emotional support. At times, feelings of anxiety, apathy, and depression arise, and feelings of disconnection and loneliness can take hold. For others, we may be at a crossroads in our life, brought about by divorce, relocation, caregiving for a loved one, or a desire to have a bigger impact in our communities and the world. We may be asking ourselves BIG questions, “what’s next”, “what should I do”, and “what do I want from life”.
Helping children, adolescents, families connect and communicate better with the ones they care about most, and in the communities that matter to them.
At times, we all struggle with the inevitable trials of being human. You may be a parent or partner in a significant relationship struggling with connection, and in need of both practical and emotional support. At times, feelings of anxiety, apathy, and depression arise, and feelings of disconnection and loneliness can take hold. For others, we may be at a crossroads in our life, brought about by divorce, relocation, caregiving for a loved one, or a desire to have a bigger impact in our communities and the world. We may be asking ourselves BIG questions, “what’s next”, “what should I do”, and “what do I want from life”.
I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist specializing in at-risk child and adolescent mental health care. I am committed to assisting patients in achieving long-term self-management of their mental health. I firmly believe the first step in youth mental health treatment is recognizing that therapy is not a punishment but an opportunity to unlock one's potential. I strive to create a safe and supportive space that fosters growth and development, allows individual development of coping skills, identifies sources of support, increases mindfulness, and promotes accountability of mental health goals.
I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist specializing in at-risk child and adolescent mental health care. I am committed to assisting patients in achieving long-term self-management of their mental health. I firmly believe the first step in youth mental health treatment is recognizing that therapy is not a punishment but an opportunity to unlock one's potential. I strive to create a safe and supportive space that fosters growth and development, allows individual development of coping skills, identifies sources of support, increases mindfulness, and promotes accountability of mental health goals.
Vanessa Durrant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LCSW, RMT, RYT-
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
If you or your child are looking for mind-body healing, I am it!.
Are you or your child struggling at home, school, work, or in peer relationships? I specialize in helping people heal from any difficult situation, experience, or trauma. I'm here to support you into new insights and get you unstuck. I work with children, teens, and adults who are looking to find integrative and holistic methods to real mind-body healing. Anxiety, trauma, depression, perfectionism, grief, and life transitions. Together we will make sure that you take charge of your life in a way that helps you thrive. I especially love to blend ancient healing approaches with modern therapies for true somatic based healing.
If you or your child are looking for mind-body healing, I am it!.
Are you or your child struggling at home, school, work, or in peer relationships? I specialize in helping people heal from any difficult situation, experience, or trauma. I'm here to support you into new insights and get you unstuck. I work with children, teens, and adults who are looking to find integrative and holistic methods to real mind-body healing. Anxiety, trauma, depression, perfectionism, grief, and life transitions. Together we will make sure that you take charge of your life in a way that helps you thrive. I especially love to blend ancient healing approaches with modern therapies for true somatic based healing.
When working with children and adolescents, I take care to address the individual patient's needs and the family environment.
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in helping adults, adolescents, and children and their families deal with depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I have specialized experience working with grief, behavioral problems and anger management, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and identity and relationship issues. In addition to my private practice, I have experience working in outpatient clinics, university counseling centers, and schools.
When working with children and adolescents, I take care to address the individual patient's needs and the family environment.
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in helping adults, adolescents, and children and their families deal with depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I have specialized experience working with grief, behavioral problems and anger management, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and identity and relationship issues. In addition to my private practice, I have experience working in outpatient clinics, university counseling centers, and schools.
Janell N Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, RPT, ACS, WISA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
Through therapeutic play, I allow children to express experiences and feelings in a safe and natural environment.
Building confident kids with social skills, advocating for the disabled with skills for employment, and strengthening family communications are the pillars of my passion. Helping children to cope and confidence for happiness, health, and healing can be answered with Play Therapy. Beginning and maintaining employment for individuals with disabilities can be intimidating. I provide support to adults with strategies to navigate through employment. Also, the home environment is first place where healthy family communication should begin through family counseling.
Through therapeutic play, I allow children to express experiences and feelings in a safe and natural environment.
Building confident kids with social skills, advocating for the disabled with skills for employment, and strengthening family communications are the pillars of my passion. Helping children to cope and confidence for happiness, health, and healing can be answered with Play Therapy. Beginning and maintaining employment for individuals with disabilities can be intimidating. I provide support to adults with strategies to navigate through employment. Also, the home environment is first place where healthy family communication should begin through family counseling.
A Place of Peace
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
I have extensive experience working with women, adolescents, and children.
I have 25+ years experience in the Counseling field working in the areas of mental health, substance abuse, corrections and leadership. My ideal client is anyone who is at a stuck point in their lives and need support and guidance to assist them in moving forward no matter the problem. I offer Counseling and Psychotherapy Services to address: Relationship Issues, Anger, Depression, Anxiety, Work/Home Stress, Life Transitions, Grief and Loss, Healing from Current and Past Trauma, Interpersonal Relations, Parenting, Self-Esteem, Women's Issues, and other impasses. My treatment modalities are Individual and Family Counseling.
I have extensive experience working with women, adolescents, and children.
I have 25+ years experience in the Counseling field working in the areas of mental health, substance abuse, corrections and leadership. My ideal client is anyone who is at a stuck point in their lives and need support and guidance to assist them in moving forward no matter the problem. I offer Counseling and Psychotherapy Services to address: Relationship Issues, Anger, Depression, Anxiety, Work/Home Stress, Life Transitions, Grief and Loss, Healing from Current and Past Trauma, Interpersonal Relations, Parenting, Self-Esteem, Women's Issues, and other impasses. My treatment modalities are Individual and Family Counseling.
Wise Family Wellness, Counseling & Assessment
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
Our experienced professional team focuses on strengthening connections between children, teens & families with essential knowledge, tools, and resources.
Wise Family Wellness supports the emotional and intellectual strengths of children, teens and families. Through individual and group counseling, strategic psychoeducation with families, and educational assessment, Wise Family Wellness works to encourage the growth of emotional intelligence, flexibility, resilience and family connection in order to ensure success both at home and in life.
Our experienced professional team focuses on strengthening connections between children, teens & families with essential knowledge, tools, and resources.
Wise Family Wellness supports the emotional and intellectual strengths of children, teens and families. Through individual and group counseling, strategic psychoeducation with families, and educational assessment, Wise Family Wellness works to encourage the growth of emotional intelligence, flexibility, resilience and family connection in order to ensure success both at home and in life.
Nicole Jalazo Halpern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
It is a great privilege to join my clients, children and adults in their process to relieve pain, work through fears and to create and sustain joyfulness.
I believe in the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship and work with clients to create a safe space in which they can develop insight, expand coping skills, grieve losses, process traumas and explore their internal worlds. When it comes to working with children, as a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, I am a strong believer in the power of play and expressive therapies as a means of accessing, expressing and processing emotions and conflict.
It is a great privilege to join my clients, children and adults in their process to relieve pain, work through fears and to create and sustain joyfulness.
I believe in the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship and work with clients to create a safe space in which they can develop insight, expand coping skills, grieve losses, process traumas and explore their internal worlds. When it comes to working with children, as a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, I am a strong believer in the power of play and expressive therapies as a means of accessing, expressing and processing emotions and conflict.
In addition to higher education experience, my trainings in Play Therapy, Child-Parent Relationship Training, Theraplay, and Animal-Assisted Counseling provide ground for my tools and skills in working with children and families.
I meet my clients in their desire for change and strive to understand their experience of the world. I work to support my clients by forming a trust-based relationship to create a healing environment where compassion and kindness become healing agents. I utilize a variety of expressive modalities meeting the needs of my clients. I believe in the power of people's inner strengths and resources and work to explore these with my clients while empowering them in reaching their goals for change.
In addition to higher education experience, my trainings in Play Therapy, Child-Parent Relationship Training, Theraplay, and Animal-Assisted Counseling provide ground for my tools and skills in working with children and families.
I meet my clients in their desire for change and strive to understand their experience of the world. I work to support my clients by forming a trust-based relationship to create a healing environment where compassion and kindness become healing agents. I utilize a variety of expressive modalities meeting the needs of my clients. I believe in the power of people's inner strengths and resources and work to explore these with my clients while empowering them in reaching their goals for change.
Jen Lerma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314 (Online Only)
I work with children and families who are navigating ADHD, depression, adjustment, anxiety, grief and loss, behavioral concerns, and family changes.
The process of therapy is much like a flower blooming: each petal unfolds gently at its own pace under nurturing conditions, eventually revealing a unique and lovely creation where the sum of its parts is greater than the whole. I value the process of unfolding and seek to create a warm and safe space for your story and growth to unfold organically in our work together. The therapeutic relationship is the foundation of my approach and I hope to support you on your journey towards a balanced and meaningful life. I believe in the power of play and utilizing expressive therapies to help you expand, explore, and move through challenges.
I work with children and families who are navigating ADHD, depression, adjustment, anxiety, grief and loss, behavioral concerns, and family changes.
The process of therapy is much like a flower blooming: each petal unfolds gently at its own pace under nurturing conditions, eventually revealing a unique and lovely creation where the sum of its parts is greater than the whole. I value the process of unfolding and seek to create a warm and safe space for your story and growth to unfold organically in our work together. The therapeutic relationship is the foundation of my approach and I hope to support you on your journey towards a balanced and meaningful life. I believe in the power of play and utilizing expressive therapies to help you expand, explore, and move through challenges.
I utilize an eclectic treatment approach to meet the needs of each family, and provide play therapy, parent guidance, and parent- child sessions.
Early childhood is a time of tremendous growth. Young children's ability to communicate, solve problems, socialize, and understand feelings is constantly evolving. They gain independence and confidence, experience joy in successes, and learn how to persevere. Ups and downs during this progression are normal, and your child's development can be smooth sailing one moment, and rocky the next. But, what happens when the moments of struggle overshadow the success? When your child experiences symptoms that impact his mood and behavior, social relationships, school performance, or your family's overall well-being, it may be time to seek help.
I utilize an eclectic treatment approach to meet the needs of each family, and provide play therapy, parent guidance, and parent- child sessions.
Early childhood is a time of tremendous growth. Young children's ability to communicate, solve problems, socialize, and understand feelings is constantly evolving. They gain independence and confidence, experience joy in successes, and learn how to persevere. Ups and downs during this progression are normal, and your child's development can be smooth sailing one moment, and rocky the next. But, what happens when the moments of struggle overshadow the success? When your child experiences symptoms that impact his mood and behavior, social relationships, school performance, or your family's overall well-being, it may be time to seek help.
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Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
We also have other clinicians who work with adults, teens and young children.
Dennis J Hunt, PhD., Licensed Clinical Psychologist, CEO of the International Psychological and Consulting Services (IPCS), Inc. At our practice, we use a Positive Psychology approach, working with individuals to develop the understanding and skills they need to achieve a higher level of daily functioning and quality of life. For more information, instructions for making appointments, and clinicians available, please go to www.ipcspositivechange.com . E-mail is the best way to get in touch with us! Due to being a small operation, we are often unable to answer calls.
We also have other clinicians who work with adults, teens and young children.
Dennis J Hunt, PhD., Licensed Clinical Psychologist, CEO of the International Psychological and Consulting Services (IPCS), Inc. At our practice, we use a Positive Psychology approach, working with individuals to develop the understanding and skills they need to achieve a higher level of daily functioning and quality of life. For more information, instructions for making appointments, and clinicians available, please go to www.ipcspositivechange.com . E-mail is the best way to get in touch with us! Due to being a small operation, we are often unable to answer calls.
I work with children, adolescents, college-aged, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, trauma and loss.
I have spent my career working with persons across the lifespan, providing individual, group, family, parent- child, and couples therapy. My therapeutic approach focuses on using your strengths to help you develop coping strategies for difficulties you are experiencing. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and the value of hearing your story. My commitment to you includes a belief that things can and will begin to get better. Much of my work has been with trauma survivors, and I have witnessed and been humbled by the power of resiliency and posttraumatic growth.
I work with children, adolescents, college-aged, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, trauma and loss.
I have spent my career working with persons across the lifespan, providing individual, group, family, parent- child, and couples therapy. My therapeutic approach focuses on using your strengths to help you develop coping strategies for difficulties you are experiencing. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and the value of hearing your story. My commitment to you includes a belief that things can and will begin to get better. Much of my work has been with trauma survivors, and I have witnessed and been humbled by the power of resiliency and posttraumatic growth.
I have dedicated my practice to help children, adolescents and adults transform their lives. In working with you, I focus on your resources and strengths to bring about the positive change that will improve your relationship with yourself and others and ultimately lead to a more satisfying life. In collaboration with you, I tailor treatment to your unique situation and personality, My work is influenced by my passion for healthy and balanced living, and therefore I treat you as a whole: mind, body, and spirit.I invite you to visit www.centerforpositivechange.us to learn more about me.
I have dedicated my practice to help children, adolescents and adults transform their lives. In working with you, I focus on your resources and strengths to bring about the positive change that will improve your relationship with yourself and others and ultimately lead to a more satisfying life. In collaboration with you, I tailor treatment to your unique situation and personality, My work is influenced by my passion for healthy and balanced living, and therefore I treat you as a whole: mind, body, and spirit.I invite you to visit www.centerforpositivechange.us to learn more about me.
Dr. Michele Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, BSW, BS, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
We do observations in the class setting and make recommendations to your child's teacher, to you or your school system.
My practice specializes in helping children, adolescents, adults, couples and the family system collectively to work through and move forward past one's anxiety, depression, adjustment issues from separation/divorce or grief, social skill challenges, past trauma, addictions, obsessive compulsive issues, disruptive behaviors and attention issues.
We do observations in the class setting and make recommendations to your child's teacher, to you or your school system.
My practice specializes in helping children, adolescents, adults, couples and the family system collectively to work through and move forward past one's anxiety, depression, adjustment issues from separation/divorce or grief, social skill challenges, past trauma, addictions, obsessive compulsive issues, disruptive behaviors and attention issues.
Larkspur Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with children, adolescents and adults to teach coping strategies to manage depression, anxiety and bereavement/loss.
As parents, you establish the teaching, training and expectations for your child in the first 7 years of their life. After that, you live out what you set up. Parenting is one of the most rewarding and difficult journeys in a person's life and at times, it may become overwhelming. I provide parenting consultations, as well as, counseling, support and education to new and expectant parents.
I work with children, adolescents and adults to teach coping strategies to manage depression, anxiety and bereavement/loss.
As parents, you establish the teaching, training and expectations for your child in the first 7 years of their life. After that, you live out what you set up. Parenting is one of the most rewarding and difficult journeys in a person's life and at times, it may become overwhelming. I provide parenting consultations, as well as, counseling, support and education to new and expectant parents.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), pediatric psychology, and family therapy. I work with children and families on a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, attention disorders/executive dysfunction, stress, coping with medical illness, learning disabilities, neuropsychological challenges, and developmental issues. I can assist with interpreting and implementing treatment plans and related recommendations in consultation with parents, teachers, and other professionals (e.g., medical doctors, speech-language therapists, tutors).
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), pediatric psychology, and family therapy. I work with children and families on a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, attention disorders/executive dysfunction, stress, coping with medical illness, learning disabilities, neuropsychological challenges, and developmental issues. I can assist with interpreting and implementing treatment plans and related recommendations in consultation with parents, teachers, and other professionals (e.g., medical doctors, speech-language therapists, tutors).
I specialize in providing trauma-informed therapy for children and adolescents and parent coaching, with expertise in navigating difficulties such as mood disorders, anxiety, developmental and attachment trauma, self-esteem issues, attention difficulties, learning challenges, behavioral issues, stress management, compulsive media use, and life transitions.
My training in EMDR, Play Therapy, Expressive Arts (Sand Tray & Art), and DBT, among other evidenced-based techniques, allows me to tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each client. I aim to provide a welcoming space where your authentic self feels valued, open, and ready to embark on the healing journey. Rather than dwelling on the past or worrying about the future, let me help you in fully embracing your life in the present moment. I am honored to serve as a helper in your journey towards healing and growth and look forward to supporting you in achieving your goals.
I specialize in providing trauma-informed therapy for children and adolescents and parent coaching, with expertise in navigating difficulties such as mood disorders, anxiety, developmental and attachment trauma, self-esteem issues, attention difficulties, learning challenges, behavioral issues, stress management, compulsive media use, and life transitions.
My training in EMDR, Play Therapy, Expressive Arts (Sand Tray & Art), and DBT, among other evidenced-based techniques, allows me to tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each client. I aim to provide a welcoming space where your authentic self feels valued, open, and ready to embark on the healing journey. Rather than dwelling on the past or worrying about the future, let me help you in fully embracing your life in the present moment. I am honored to serve as a helper in your journey towards healing and growth and look forward to supporting you in achieving your goals.
I have experience and specialized interest/training working children and adults with medical disorders and the emotional issues that oftentimes come along with them; such as oncology patients & their families and children with crohn's disease or allergies.
I practice care through psychotherapy with children, adolescents and adults. I help patients address a range of issues, including: depression, anxiety, ADD and ADHD, trauma, perinatal and postnatal issues, grief, difficulties managing anger, pervasive developmental disorders, low self-esteem, family conflicts, academic difficulties, peer conflict, and chronic medical illness. I seek to understand the unique needs each of my clients within the context of their own ethnic, cultural, and racial identity. I collaborate regularly with parents when treating children.
I have experience and specialized interest/training working children and adults with medical disorders and the emotional issues that oftentimes come along with them; such as oncology patients & their families and children with crohn's disease or allergies.
I practice care through psychotherapy with children, adolescents and adults. I help patients address a range of issues, including: depression, anxiety, ADD and ADHD, trauma, perinatal and postnatal issues, grief, difficulties managing anger, pervasive developmental disorders, low self-esteem, family conflicts, academic difficulties, peer conflict, and chronic medical illness. I seek to understand the unique needs each of my clients within the context of their own ethnic, cultural, and racial identity. I collaborate regularly with parents when treating children.
Grace VanDerMeid
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMFT-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
I help you understand the needs and emotions that underpin your child/teen's behavior.
In an ideal world, our relationship experiences are secure, safe, accessible, and responsive and we learn we can trust and are loveable, worthy, and deserving of our needs being met. When this is not our experience, we find ways to adapt and survive moments of disconnection, invalidation, hurt, or overwhelm. This plays out as self-limiting beliefs, hiding parts of who we are, denying or being flooded with emotions, shutting down, people pleasing, perfectionism, hustling for our worth, and/or building up our protections. I work with adults, children (2-18), parents, and families to connect, heal, and be each other's greatest resource
I help you understand the needs and emotions that underpin your child/teen's behavior.
In an ideal world, our relationship experiences are secure, safe, accessible, and responsive and we learn we can trust and are loveable, worthy, and deserving of our needs being met. When this is not our experience, we find ways to adapt and survive moments of disconnection, invalidation, hurt, or overwhelm. This plays out as self-limiting beliefs, hiding parts of who we are, denying or being flooded with emotions, shutting down, people pleasing, perfectionism, hustling for our worth, and/or building up our protections. I work with adults, children (2-18), parents, and families to connect, heal, and be each other's greatest resource
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Child psychologists in Alexandria, VA 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 Alexandria 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 Alexandria 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.