Child Therapists in Seattle, WA
I specialize in working with adults, teens and children around issues related to trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, big life changes and improving personal relationships.
As of 12/15/23 I am currently taking new patients via Zoom. Late afternoon and evening appointments available.
I specialize in working with adults, teens and children around issues related to trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, big life changes and improving personal relationships.
As of 12/15/23 I am currently taking new patients via Zoom. Late afternoon and evening appointments available.
I am a bilingual and bicultural licensed clinical psychologist with more than 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults (college-age up to 25), and their families from a variety of cultural backgrounds. I take an active role in my work with patients using cognitive-behavioral and family systems techniques in a supportive and compassionate environment.
I am a bilingual and bicultural licensed clinical psychologist with more than 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults (college-age up to 25), and their families from a variety of cultural backgrounds. I take an active role in my work with patients using cognitive-behavioral and family systems techniques in a supportive and compassionate environment.
Erika Falit-Baiamonte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98115
In my work with children, I utilize play therapy, as children usually do not express their feelings directly but do so figuratively though their play.
I have over 20 years of experience providing therapy and support to those who struggle with depression, anxiety, interpersonal and family conflicts, job related stress, behavioral issues in children, parenting concerns and the impact of trauma, illness and life transitions. I am particularly interested in supporting families in their relationships with one another and I believe in encouraging choices that are nurturing to all family members.
In my work with children, I utilize play therapy, as children usually do not express their feelings directly but do so figuratively though their play.
I have over 20 years of experience providing therapy and support to those who struggle with depression, anxiety, interpersonal and family conflicts, job related stress, behavioral issues in children, parenting concerns and the impact of trauma, illness and life transitions. I am particularly interested in supporting families in their relationships with one another and I believe in encouraging choices that are nurturing to all family members.
I currently hold a Washington State Associate License in Mental Health Counseling after receiving my Master’s in Counseling from Central Washington University. Prior to this I received a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Western Washington University. My primary work in therapy has been with children and teens, though I have also spent a great deal of time working with adults of all ages in individual and couples counseling. My main areas of focus include adjustment issues/life transitions, mood and anxiety disorders, behavioral issues, attachment issues, family issues, identity issues, family trauma, parenting, and mindfulness.
I currently hold a Washington State Associate License in Mental Health Counseling after receiving my Master’s in Counseling from Central Washington University. Prior to this I received a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Western Washington University. My primary work in therapy has been with children and teens, though I have also spent a great deal of time working with adults of all ages in individual and couples counseling. My main areas of focus include adjustment issues/life transitions, mood and anxiety disorders, behavioral issues, attachment issues, family issues, identity issues, family trauma, parenting, and mindfulness.
Darcy Greene
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98107
If your child is struggling with anxiety, depression or behavioral issues, and if you as their parent/caregiver are unsure how to best support them, I am here to help. I use Child Centered Play Therapy (CCPT), an effective, research-based therapy for many childhood diagnoses. I meet with the child weekly and with their parents/caregivers every 4 sessions to increase support for the child and cohesion in the family. I enjoy working with teens and adults using CBT, mindfulness, collaborative and attachment based modalities. I have daytime openings for adults with flexibility in their schedules or younger kids and their parents.
If your child is struggling with anxiety, depression or behavioral issues, and if you as their parent/caregiver are unsure how to best support them, I am here to help. I use Child Centered Play Therapy (CCPT), an effective, research-based therapy for many childhood diagnoses. I meet with the child weekly and with their parents/caregivers every 4 sessions to increase support for the child and cohesion in the family. I enjoy working with teens and adults using CBT, mindfulness, collaborative and attachment based modalities. I have daytime openings for adults with flexibility in their schedules or younger kids and their parents.
Children know what they need to heal.
Hello- I am not taking new clients until September 2023. Thank you for taking a look at my profile. Choosing to engage in therapy is an opportunity for growth and change. In my practice, I strive to meet you where you are and help illuminate your path a bit. The focus of my therapeutic work is within the relationship and the belief in your autonomy and ability to empower yourself. With trust and respect, we can work together to explore areas of your life that may need a fresh perspective. Speciality areas include traumatic loss, transition, depression, and family relationship struggles with children, adolescents, and adults.
Children know what they need to heal.
Hello- I am not taking new clients until September 2023. Thank you for taking a look at my profile. Choosing to engage in therapy is an opportunity for growth and change. In my practice, I strive to meet you where you are and help illuminate your path a bit. The focus of my therapeutic work is within the relationship and the belief in your autonomy and ability to empower yourself. With trust and respect, we can work together to explore areas of your life that may need a fresh perspective. Speciality areas include traumatic loss, transition, depression, and family relationship struggles with children, adolescents, and adults.
I work with people of all ages—child, adolescent, and adult. I have strengths in working with children, with people experiencing depression, anxiety, and trauma reactions, and with people who have been abused in the past. My goals are to help you make the changes you are ready to make, and to help relieve the struggles you are having.
I work with people of all ages—child, adolescent, and adult. I have strengths in working with children, with people experiencing depression, anxiety, and trauma reactions, and with people who have been abused in the past. My goals are to help you make the changes you are ready to make, and to help relieve the struggles you are having.
Spiro completed her doctorate degree in clinical psychology from the University of Denver, her pre-doctoral internship at Morrison Child and Family Services in Gresham, Oregon, and her post-doctoral fellowship at MindSights in Portland, Oregon where she conducted psychological assessments with children in the foster care system.
Chelsea Spiro, PsyD, is a licensed psychologist who works with children, adolescents, parents, and families. Dr. Spiro enjoys building strong relationships with her clients and their communities, and utilizing a client's unique strengths to inform treatment. She uses evidence-based strategies to help clients achieve their goals and create rewarding relationships with others. She specializes in infant and early childhood mental health, childhood trauma, attachment/relational concerns, and adoption. Dr. Spiro has significant experience collaborating with teachers, foster parents, caseworkers, and the judicial system.
Spiro completed her doctorate degree in clinical psychology from the University of Denver, her pre-doctoral internship at Morrison Child and Family Services in Gresham, Oregon, and her post-doctoral fellowship at MindSights in Portland, Oregon where she conducted psychological assessments with children in the foster care system.
Chelsea Spiro, PsyD, is a licensed psychologist who works with children, adolescents, parents, and families. Dr. Spiro enjoys building strong relationships with her clients and their communities, and utilizing a client's unique strengths to inform treatment. She uses evidence-based strategies to help clients achieve their goals and create rewarding relationships with others. She specializes in infant and early childhood mental health, childhood trauma, attachment/relational concerns, and adoption. Dr. Spiro has significant experience collaborating with teachers, foster parents, caseworkers, and the judicial system.
Chessie Rebecca Snider
Counselor, MEd-MHP, LMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98108
I use Parent Coaching, somatic approaches, Internal Family Systems, the Neurorelational Framework, Child-Centered Play, Multimodal, ND Affirming DBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, & Narrative Therapy.
I’m an individual & family therapist with a background based in research and evidence based practice. I provide support for kids, adults & caregivers in transition & needing support with life’s many challenges. I specialize in skill building for friendships, trans affirming treatment, emotional dysregulation, confidence, general anxiety & grief. My goal is to provide a space for adults, parents & children to engage in therapy to promote strong bonds within themselves & community, and become a self-sufficient unit outside of my care. I look forward to connecting with you and/or your family!
I use Parent Coaching, somatic approaches, Internal Family Systems, the Neurorelational Framework, Child-Centered Play, Multimodal, ND Affirming DBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, & Narrative Therapy.
I’m an individual & family therapist with a background based in research and evidence based practice. I provide support for kids, adults & caregivers in transition & needing support with life’s many challenges. I specialize in skill building for friendships, trans affirming treatment, emotional dysregulation, confidence, general anxiety & grief. My goal is to provide a space for adults, parents & children to engage in therapy to promote strong bonds within themselves & community, and become a self-sufficient unit outside of my care. I look forward to connecting with you and/or your family!
Through a strengths-based and collaborative approach, I offer a safe and nurturing space where children, teens, parents, and couples can explore, grow, and thrive.
With a mindful and compassionate approach, I provide individual, family and couples counseling on a wide range of topics including depression and anxiety, self-esteem, relational trauma, conflict resolution, identity issues, perinatal struggles, and the transition to new parenthood. My ideal clients span across age groups, encompassing children, teens, and adults who are seeking greater self-understanding and inner wholeness. With a a passion for fostering deeper and more fulfilling relationships, I offer a safe and nurturing space for individuals and families to explore and grow.
Through a strengths-based and collaborative approach, I offer a safe and nurturing space where children, teens, parents, and couples can explore, grow, and thrive.
With a mindful and compassionate approach, I provide individual, family and couples counseling on a wide range of topics including depression and anxiety, self-esteem, relational trauma, conflict resolution, identity issues, perinatal struggles, and the transition to new parenthood. My ideal clients span across age groups, encompassing children, teens, and adults who are seeking greater self-understanding and inner wholeness. With a a passion for fostering deeper and more fulfilling relationships, I offer a safe and nurturing space for individuals and families to explore and grow.
Kirsten Jensen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98117 (Online Only)
You and your children develop healthy communication patterns that address your concerns and behavior issues, while helping your family connect in a warm, genuine way.
You’ve already tried the parenting tools you know, and the strategies you learned from a class or a book aren't working. I help parents use connection rather than control to create the relationship they want with their kids. Your children's anxiety diminishes and their behavior improves as they feel your warm connection. Enjoy more peace in your home, and more confidence as you shape your family culture. Together, we work to help you build confidence in your parenting and add playfulness and laughter back into your home. Get the support you deserve, and fill your own tank in the process.
You and your children develop healthy communication patterns that address your concerns and behavior issues, while helping your family connect in a warm, genuine way.
You’ve already tried the parenting tools you know, and the strategies you learned from a class or a book aren't working. I help parents use connection rather than control to create the relationship they want with their kids. Your children's anxiety diminishes and their behavior improves as they feel your warm connection. Enjoy more peace in your home, and more confidence as you shape your family culture. Together, we work to help you build confidence in your parenting and add playfulness and laughter back into your home. Get the support you deserve, and fill your own tank in the process.
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My initial training was in family therapy, and I later completed Seattle's first ever child therapy program.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (with a doctorate from Columbia University) with over 40 years of practice experience with children, families, couples, and adults. My approach to our work is "psychodynamic" and I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship. I am open to consultation, crisis intervention, short term therapy, and more intensive, insight oriented treatment. The "ideal client" is the one who is willing to work hard. So am I!
My initial training was in family therapy, and I later completed Seattle's first ever child therapy program.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (with a doctorate from Columbia University) with over 40 years of practice experience with children, families, couples, and adults. My approach to our work is "psychodynamic" and I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship. I am open to consultation, crisis intervention, short term therapy, and more intensive, insight oriented treatment. The "ideal client" is the one who is willing to work hard. So am I!
Today's young adults have the ability to enact positive change in the world around us. With years of experience in supporting children, teens, and adults achieve their full potential and navigate rough patches, allow me to lend a hand. I view you as the expert on yourself, and come alongside as a coach to support and guide you in your journey. With families and children I utilize a team-based approach. All young adults can use an extra person in their corner to help navigate childhood, and I believe that working as a team with the family system allows for family members to grow and learn together.
Today's young adults have the ability to enact positive change in the world around us. With years of experience in supporting children, teens, and adults achieve their full potential and navigate rough patches, allow me to lend a hand. I view you as the expert on yourself, and come alongside as a coach to support and guide you in your journey. With families and children I utilize a team-based approach. All young adults can use an extra person in their corner to help navigate childhood, and I believe that working as a team with the family system allows for family members to grow and learn together.
I love working with children, teens, and young adults (ages 5-25) going through all stages of development. Growing up is hard, and it’s normal to need help along the way. I have extensive training and experience partnering with families to treat children struggling with traumatic experiences, emotional distress, relationships, anxiety, depression, or grief and loss. I work with young people and family systems to build skills, understanding, and connections that support healing. I believe that we are stronger together and my goal is to support your family in achieving your goals and fostering positive, fulfilling relationships.
I love working with children, teens, and young adults (ages 5-25) going through all stages of development. Growing up is hard, and it’s normal to need help along the way. I have extensive training and experience partnering with families to treat children struggling with traumatic experiences, emotional distress, relationships, anxiety, depression, or grief and loss. I work with young people and family systems to build skills, understanding, and connections that support healing. I believe that we are stronger together and my goal is to support your family in achieving your goals and fostering positive, fulfilling relationships.
I specialize in psychological and psycho-educational evaluations with both children and adolescents. I have extensive clinical experience in the assessment of children with academic, social-emotional, and behavioral difficulties. My expertise is in the diagnostic assessment of developmental delays, learning disabilities, intellectual disability, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD), and autism. I use a child's pattern of strengths and weaknesses to help guide treatment recommendations. I also provide IQ/Gifted evaluations, early entrance Kindergarten and College Board documentation testing, and school consultation.
I specialize in psychological and psycho-educational evaluations with both children and adolescents. I have extensive clinical experience in the assessment of children with academic, social-emotional, and behavioral difficulties. My expertise is in the diagnostic assessment of developmental delays, learning disabilities, intellectual disability, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD), and autism. I use a child's pattern of strengths and weaknesses to help guide treatment recommendations. I also provide IQ/Gifted evaluations, early entrance Kindergarten and College Board documentation testing, and school consultation.
I have worked a lot with parents with young children & am very passionate about early intervention & educating parents on social & emotional needs of thier children.
My passion is working with all who have suffered, loss, pain, trauma and anything else that can make life hard. I enjoy supporting parents, students, third culture kids and immigrants . I offer therapeutic care on issues including emotional challenges, trauma, life transitions, what it means to parent in our modern world, how to cope with being an outsider in the US and how to navigate our stories of pain. I believe that caring for our emotional wellbeing is such important & lifegiving work.
I have worked a lot with parents with young children & am very passionate about early intervention & educating parents on social & emotional needs of thier children.
My passion is working with all who have suffered, loss, pain, trauma and anything else that can make life hard. I enjoy supporting parents, students, third culture kids and immigrants . I offer therapeutic care on issues including emotional challenges, trauma, life transitions, what it means to parent in our modern world, how to cope with being an outsider in the US and how to navigate our stories of pain. I believe that caring for our emotional wellbeing is such important & lifegiving work.
Melissa Gaytán Johnson
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98198 (Online Only)
Limited appts avail: Families are facing difficult feelings in these unprecedented times, challenging their sense of wellness & in creating safety resilience & peace. Adjusting to new situations within one's life includes finding coping skills to lessen the impact on your mental & physical well-being. I offer support to children, teens, adults & parents as they navigate their feelings, relationships, and place within their community, school & family. I promote the balance of mind, body & spirit utilizing compassionate holistic interventions, honoring inner strength, individuality & respecting multiculturalism.
Limited appts avail: Families are facing difficult feelings in these unprecedented times, challenging their sense of wellness & in creating safety resilience & peace. Adjusting to new situations within one's life includes finding coping skills to lessen the impact on your mental & physical well-being. I offer support to children, teens, adults & parents as they navigate their feelings, relationships, and place within their community, school & family. I promote the balance of mind, body & spirit utilizing compassionate holistic interventions, honoring inner strength, individuality & respecting multiculturalism.
Michael Kaufman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW, MHP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98103
I have been a child and family therapist since 2009, and volunteered in the field of grief and loss for 14 years, working with grieving children (ages 3 to 18) who lost a loved one. I'm client-centered and strengths-based, and believe my job is to try to understand how my client's brain works, to best assist each individual understand her/ himself. I have learned from the last 9 years working with a wide variety of amazing individuals that I must be very creative and flexible. I'm grateful for how much I have and continue to learn from my clients.
I have been a child and family therapist since 2009, and volunteered in the field of grief and loss for 14 years, working with grieving children (ages 3 to 18) who lost a loved one. I'm client-centered and strengths-based, and believe my job is to try to understand how my client's brain works, to best assist each individual understand her/ himself. I have learned from the last 9 years working with a wide variety of amazing individuals that I must be very creative and flexible. I'm grateful for how much I have and continue to learn from my clients.
If you, or someone you care for, are having difficulties with relationships, personal challenges, emotional balance, or past trauma, I can help. I have 30 years of experience working with adults, couples, children and adolescents supporting emotional health and well being. People seek my help because they find me easy to talk with, experienced and insightful, genuine, open and supportive. My areas of expertise include: anxiety and stress management, child/adolescent/adult depression, family conflict, relationship counseling, communication skills development, anger management, adoption and attachment, sexual and physical trauma, ADD/ADHD, divorce, childhood adjustment and self-esteem.
If you, or someone you care for, are having difficulties with relationships, personal challenges, emotional balance, or past trauma, I can help. I have 30 years of experience working with adults, couples, children and adolescents supporting emotional health and well being. People seek my help because they find me easy to talk with, experienced and insightful, genuine, open and supportive. My areas of expertise include: anxiety and stress management, child/adolescent/adult depression, family conflict, relationship counseling, communication skills development, anger management, adoption and attachment, sexual and physical trauma, ADD/ADHD, divorce, childhood adjustment and self-esteem.
Before becoming a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) I worked within various child mental health care systems for the past 7 years, providing care coordination and hands on skill building support to children within residential and hospital settings, as well as school and home/community settings.
My name is Eryn Kruk. “I believe that each person has innate abilities and strengths to help them overcome issues and challenges that are impacting their lives and that each person has the power to improve their lives and relationships. My goal is to help clients attend to and understand their emotional and relational needs both inside and outside the therapy room so that clients may feel empowered and in charge of their own journey toward health and healing.
Before becoming a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) I worked within various child mental health care systems for the past 7 years, providing care coordination and hands on skill building support to children within residential and hospital settings, as well as school and home/community settings.
My name is Eryn Kruk. “I believe that each person has innate abilities and strengths to help them overcome issues and challenges that are impacting their lives and that each person has the power to improve their lives and relationships. My goal is to help clients attend to and understand their emotional and relational needs both inside and outside the therapy room so that clients may feel empowered and in charge of their own journey toward health and healing.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Seattle, WA 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 Seattle 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 Seattle 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.