Child Therapists in Arlington, VA
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults seeking help for a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, and stress related to work, school, or family. My approach to therapy is interactive and supportive, as I listen carefully to the client's thoughts and feelings and provide feedback with the aim of increasing self-awareness to help promote change. In addition, I have specialized experience working in therapy with victims of sexual abuse and trauma, families going through divorce, and women experiencing fertility problems.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults seeking help for a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, and stress related to work, school, or family. My approach to therapy is interactive and supportive, as I listen carefully to the client's thoughts and feelings and provide feedback with the aim of increasing self-awareness to help promote change. In addition, I have specialized experience working in therapy with victims of sexual abuse and trauma, families going through divorce, and women experiencing fertility problems.
I and my team at Child and Family Associates of Greater Washington (CFA) motivate our clients to work through difficulties by facilitated self reflection and behavior modification.
In my work with adults, children and teenagers, I focus on their strengths and encourage them to think beyond difficulties and identify achievable goals. I coach parents skills to better communicate with their children and become "safely unpredictable," particularly as many children (if not all) become experts in how to push their parents buttons! I have been told by many of my clients over the past 18 years that my warm and directive, confident approach has been most helpful. Many children and teenagers referred to my practice have been in therapy before, with limited success.
I and my team at Child and Family Associates of Greater Washington (CFA) motivate our clients to work through difficulties by facilitated self reflection and behavior modification.
In my work with adults, children and teenagers, I focus on their strengths and encourage them to think beyond difficulties and identify achievable goals. I coach parents skills to better communicate with their children and become "safely unpredictable," particularly as many children (if not all) become experts in how to push their parents buttons! I have been told by many of my clients over the past 18 years that my warm and directive, confident approach has been most helpful. Many children and teenagers referred to my practice have been in therapy before, with limited success.
I support children living with divorced, blended or non-traditional family structures.
Feeling overwhelmed and/or stuck? Are you struggling to enjoy your family or loved ones? Welcome to my practice and I look forward to working with you. Providing a safe and comfortable environment, I will listen to you and offer fresh perspectives on challenging and/or overwhelming life circumstances. With 20 years of experience, my areas of focus include but are not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment and transitions, and crisis management. I enjoy working with children, adults and families. My practice includes consultation, assessment and evaluation and when warranted I will provide in-home and school observations.
I support children living with divorced, blended or non-traditional family structures.
Feeling overwhelmed and/or stuck? Are you struggling to enjoy your family or loved ones? Welcome to my practice and I look forward to working with you. Providing a safe and comfortable environment, I will listen to you and offer fresh perspectives on challenging and/or overwhelming life circumstances. With 20 years of experience, my areas of focus include but are not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment and transitions, and crisis management. I enjoy working with children, adults and families. My practice includes consultation, assessment and evaluation and when warranted I will provide in-home and school observations.
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.
John W Cornelius
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22209
With children, adolescents, and young adults, I combine relationship and calming skills to reduce ADHD and family discord and increase self-efficacy.
I help individuals work on life issues tied to anxiety and depression, relationship difficulties, stress symptoms tied to childhood trauma, and families struggling with behavioral challenges. I teach communication skills that help with difficult relationships. These skills include helping my clients improve their power, voice, and contact with significant others. I employ many approaches in psychotherapy, including psychodynamic, gestalt, somatic experiencing (SE), accelerated experiential dynamic (AEDP), cognitive behavioral (CBT) and emotionally focused couples therapy (EFT).
With children, adolescents, and young adults, I combine relationship and calming skills to reduce ADHD and family discord and increase self-efficacy.
I help individuals work on life issues tied to anxiety and depression, relationship difficulties, stress symptoms tied to childhood trauma, and families struggling with behavioral challenges. I teach communication skills that help with difficult relationships. These skills include helping my clients improve their power, voice, and contact with significant others. I employ many approaches in psychotherapy, including psychodynamic, gestalt, somatic experiencing (SE), accelerated experiential dynamic (AEDP), cognitive behavioral (CBT) and emotionally focused couples therapy (EFT).
Nicole Jalazo Halpern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22201
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.
Katie Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT-S, NCC
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22207
As a parent, seeing your child face emotional or behavioral challenges can feel overwhelming.
As a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, I work with children ages 3 and up who may be struggling with anxiety, behavioral challenges, trauma, or emotional regulation. Parents seek my support when their child is having difficulty expressing feelings or coping with life transitions. My goal is to create a safe, playful environment where children can process their emotions, build resilience, and develop healthy coping skills. I partner with parents to empower their children, helping them thrive both emotionally and socially
As a parent, seeing your child face emotional or behavioral challenges can feel overwhelming.
As a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, I work with children ages 3 and up who may be struggling with anxiety, behavioral challenges, trauma, or emotional regulation. Parents seek my support when their child is having difficulty expressing feelings or coping with life transitions. My goal is to create a safe, playful environment where children can process their emotions, build resilience, and develop healthy coping skills. I partner with parents to empower their children, helping them thrive both emotionally and socially
What I'm especially good at is helping people get clarity about their relationships and their boundaries. This means I work well with individuals in difficult marriages, children and parents trying to establish adult bonds, codependent people, and with anyone who wants warmer, happier, more peaceful interactions in their life. If you can't figure out why your relationships go off the rails, I can help. I like to work with adults, teens and parents, couples, minor-attracted persons (pedophiles), LGBTQ folks and people who don't know why they feel bad.
What I'm especially good at is helping people get clarity about their relationships and their boundaries. This means I work well with individuals in difficult marriages, children and parents trying to establish adult bonds, codependent people, and with anyone who wants warmer, happier, more peaceful interactions in their life. If you can't figure out why your relationships go off the rails, I can help. I like to work with adults, teens and parents, couples, minor-attracted persons (pedophiles), LGBTQ folks and people who don't know why they feel bad.
At Resto Family Services, we strive to provide individuals with the highest quality of care. Through compassion, knowledge, and respect, we work with children, teens, adults, and families to encourage personal growth and development. Whether struggling with anxiety, depression, family relational problems, ADHD, or any number of other difficulties, it is our goal to help you and your family in achieving your goals and improving your quality of life. At some point in our lives, we all will need assistance and someone with whom to talk. We are here to assist you on your journey toward a happier and healthier future.
At Resto Family Services, we strive to provide individuals with the highest quality of care. Through compassion, knowledge, and respect, we work with children, teens, adults, and families to encourage personal growth and development. Whether struggling with anxiety, depression, family relational problems, ADHD, or any number of other difficulties, it is our goal to help you and your family in achieving your goals and improving your quality of life. At some point in our lives, we all will need assistance and someone with whom to talk. We are here to assist you on your journey toward a happier and healthier future.
International Psychological & Consulting Svs Inc
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22201
Waitlist for new clients
Usually, adult, teen and parent sessions are conducted online, while child sessions are in-person.
At International Psychological and Consulting Services (IPCS), Inc., 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 currently have a waitlist for new clients.
Usually, adult, teen and parent sessions are conducted online, while child sessions are in-person.
At International Psychological and Consulting Services (IPCS), Inc., 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 currently have a waitlist for new clients.
With background in child/adolescent/adult work, I have developed a special interest in treating adults of all ages struggling with balancing competing demands of work, family, social life, and self-care. Having enjoyed a successful, though unusual, career path I have a particular affinity for individuals in the science/tech fields and for those undertaking advanced degrees in highly competitive programs, including the arts. I am well placed to appreciate the unspoken challenges attending living and thriving in and around the Nation’s Capital.
With background in child/adolescent/adult work, I have developed a special interest in treating adults of all ages struggling with balancing competing demands of work, family, social life, and self-care. Having enjoyed a successful, though unusual, career path I have a particular affinity for individuals in the science/tech fields and for those undertaking advanced degrees in highly competitive programs, including the arts. I am well placed to appreciate the unspoken challenges attending living and thriving in and around the Nation’s Capital.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22201 (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 co-author of "An Environmental Communication Profile; Evaluation and Procedure" for children with pragmatic social language disorders.
I have been a pediatric speech therapist in private practice since 1988. Previously, I was on staff at Children's Hospital Hearing and Speech Center, Washington D.C. While at CHNMC, I provided evaluation and therapy for children and was the coordinator for the learning disabilities school. I specialize in children with delays in articulation and early language development and young adults with pragmatic language disorders. My book, Bailey Speaks! Book One: Sounds and Gestures has won numerous book awards nationally and internationally. Book Two! Words and Phrases will be published in 2023.
I am co-author of "An Environmental Communication Profile; Evaluation and Procedure" for children with pragmatic social language disorders.
I have been a pediatric speech therapist in private practice since 1988. Previously, I was on staff at Children's Hospital Hearing and Speech Center, Washington D.C. While at CHNMC, I provided evaluation and therapy for children and was the coordinator for the learning disabilities school. I specialize in children with delays in articulation and early language development and young adults with pragmatic language disorders. My book, Bailey Speaks! Book One: Sounds and Gestures has won numerous book awards nationally and internationally. Book Two! Words and Phrases will be published in 2023.
I have have taught graduate classes in child development and psychotherapy.
The focus of my practice is on work with children, adolescents, and familes. I have extensive experience with children and teenagers with a broad variety of challenges including anxiety and depression, emotional and behavioral dysregulation, oppositional behavior, ADHD, developmental disorders including sensory integration and language development disorders, Aspergers Syndrome, and life disruptions including divorce and loss. I have expertise in play therapy with younger children; providing support to parents around behavior management and relationship development; and in interpsersonal and talk therapy with older children and adolescents. I run an extensive children's group therapy program, Circle in the Square, with my partner, David Flohr, PhD.
I have have taught graduate classes in child development and psychotherapy.
The focus of my practice is on work with children, adolescents, and familes. I have extensive experience with children and teenagers with a broad variety of challenges including anxiety and depression, emotional and behavioral dysregulation, oppositional behavior, ADHD, developmental disorders including sensory integration and language development disorders, Aspergers Syndrome, and life disruptions including divorce and loss. I have expertise in play therapy with younger children; providing support to parents around behavior management and relationship development; and in interpsersonal and talk therapy with older children and adolescents. I run an extensive children's group therapy program, Circle in the Square, with my partner, David Flohr, PhD.
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).
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.
My goal is to help children, teens, parents, and expats develop a sense of well-being during stressful times. I focus on my clients' thinking, find the gaps in their skills and teach coping strategies to help them be more successful. I look closely at family dynamics and help parents develop effective ways to support their children. My research and experience in the school system and private practice have instilled in me a keen awareness of factors contributing to underachievement and learning difficulties. These include anxiety and depression, learning disabilities and other special needs that can present obstacles to success.
My goal is to help children, teens, parents, and expats develop a sense of well-being during stressful times. I focus on my clients' thinking, find the gaps in their skills and teach coping strategies to help them be more successful. I look closely at family dynamics and help parents develop effective ways to support their children. My research and experience in the school system and private practice have instilled in me a keen awareness of factors contributing to underachievement and learning difficulties. These include anxiety and depression, learning disabilities and other special needs that can present obstacles to success.
Gentle Spirit Therapy & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22204
Waitlist for new clients
Gentle Spirit, Bold Faith, Impactful Interactions! I am Ayanna Pulley, a Licensed Clinician, with 25+years of experience providing mental health therapy to children, adolescents & families. I'm honored to be a faith-based, strengths perspective clinician with a heart to stand with those who desire change. I work with individuals who long to take charge of their emotional health and want to be supported in that courageous process. Many clients experience relief from processing trauma, loss and other unwanted changes in a supportive & validating way. My clients value therapy interactions that amplify their voices, interests and needs.
Gentle Spirit, Bold Faith, Impactful Interactions! I am Ayanna Pulley, a Licensed Clinician, with 25+years of experience providing mental health therapy to children, adolescents & families. I'm honored to be a faith-based, strengths perspective clinician with a heart to stand with those who desire change. I work with individuals who long to take charge of their emotional health and want to be supported in that courageous process. Many clients experience relief from processing trauma, loss and other unwanted changes in a supportive & validating way. My clients value therapy interactions that amplify their voices, interests and needs.
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.
These are especially challenging times, and sometimes a conversation to problem solve how best to support the needs of your children and family is all you might need.
It can be difficult under normal circumstances to know when to seek outside help for your child. If your child is experiencing distress or engaging in behaviors that are interfering with their ability to participate successfully in life, then you are on the right track in seeking additional support. I work in collaboration with children and the adults in their life to help target goal areas and provide practical support. As a licensed school psychologist I have a range of experience working with children-teens in support of their social, emotional, learning, and behavioral needs in private and public school settings.
These are especially challenging times, and sometimes a conversation to problem solve how best to support the needs of your children and family is all you might need.
It can be difficult under normal circumstances to know when to seek outside help for your child. If your child is experiencing distress or engaging in behaviors that are interfering with their ability to participate successfully in life, then you are on the right track in seeking additional support. I work in collaboration with children and the adults in their life to help target goal areas and provide practical support. As a licensed school psychologist I have a range of experience working with children-teens in support of their social, emotional, learning, and behavioral needs in private and public school settings.
