Child Therapists in Washington

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Juan Pablo Valbuena
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98103
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.
(425) 903-8858 View (425) 903-8858
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Nick Farkas
Counselor, LMHC, CMHS
Verified Verified
Burien, WA 98166
I work with men, women, adolescents, and children impacted by anxiety, depression, trauma, lack of meaning, unsatisfying relationships, and the many other genuine difficulties we encounter.
Are you having increased anxiety or depression during the COVID-19 pandemic? Are particular relationships proving to be difficult? Are you looking for something to change? I believe in deep goodness and healing that occurs when we share our brokenness with one another to grieve the past, accept the present, and voice hope for the future. We will spend time making sense of your past and how it impacts your relationships. I will work with you, your children, or your family to develop relational and coping skills, with the ultimate goal of developing self-compassion. I will approach our work with empathy and compassion.
I work with men, women, adolescents, and children impacted by anxiety, depression, trauma, lack of meaning, unsatisfying relationships, and the many other genuine difficulties we encounter.
Are you having increased anxiety or depression during the COVID-19 pandemic? Are particular relationships proving to be difficult? Are you looking for something to change? I believe in deep goodness and healing that occurs when we share our brokenness with one another to grieve the past, accept the present, and voice hope for the future. We will spend time making sense of your past and how it impacts your relationships. I will work with you, your children, or your family to develop relational and coping skills, with the ultimate goal of developing self-compassion. I will approach our work with empathy and compassion.
(206) 203-7091 View (206) 203-7091
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Amberlyn Casperson
MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Puyallup, WA 98373
If you are someone or your child is someone that would like to take their first step into the world of therapy, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Seeking help from others can be very challenging, and in my experience, it is those that seek help that express the utmost courage. As a therapist, most of my experience has been centered around helping children and their families, many of whom have viewed therapy as a last resort. As a therapist, my mission is to help my clients heal and recover from things like depression, anxiety, or trauma in a way that is central to who they are. I utilize both art and play therapy to help understand my clients in expressive ways. I also utilize psychodynamic therapy to gain a bigger perspective of my clients’ past, present and futures.
If you are someone or your child is someone that would like to take their first step into the world of therapy, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Seeking help from others can be very challenging, and in my experience, it is those that seek help that express the utmost courage. As a therapist, most of my experience has been centered around helping children and their families, many of whom have viewed therapy as a last resort. As a therapist, my mission is to help my clients heal and recover from things like depression, anxiety, or trauma in a way that is central to who they are. I utilize both art and play therapy to help understand my clients in expressive ways. I also utilize psychodynamic therapy to gain a bigger perspective of my clients’ past, present and futures.
(253) 446-7176 View (253) 446-7176
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Terri Cole
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Federal Way, WA 98003
I utilize highly effective methods of Person Centered, Child Centered Play, Autplay, Sandtray, Emotionally Focused, Experiential, Cognitive Behavior, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Welcome to Sound Clarity Counseling! I'll work collaboratively with you to enhance your quality of life by combining insight, neutral support and guidance. You’ll gain relief by developing healthier ways of coping, expanding inner growth and strengthening relational bonds. I work with couples, children, families and individuals from a integrated approach that considers all the experiences, relationships and connections that may be affecting areas you wish to change.
I utilize highly effective methods of Person Centered, Child Centered Play, Autplay, Sandtray, Emotionally Focused, Experiential, Cognitive Behavior, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Welcome to Sound Clarity Counseling! I'll work collaboratively with you to enhance your quality of life by combining insight, neutral support and guidance. You’ll gain relief by developing healthier ways of coping, expanding inner growth and strengthening relational bonds. I work with couples, children, families and individuals from a integrated approach that considers all the experiences, relationships and connections that may be affecting areas you wish to change.
(253) 243-0741 View (253) 243-0741
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Caitlynn Vogl
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CASDCS
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99201  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you are a parent or caregiver who is having a difficult time finding support for your children or teens during this time, I want you to know I am here to help. I provide a warm and caring relationship where children and families can express themselves, grow independently, adjust to life's difficult circumstances and find a way to navigate relationships both in and out of the family. I specialize in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and ego state therapy in my practice but am experienced in a variety of therapies and want to ensure children and their families feel supported in whatever therapy model is chosen.
If you are a parent or caregiver who is having a difficult time finding support for your children or teens during this time, I want you to know I am here to help. I provide a warm and caring relationship where children and families can express themselves, grow independently, adjust to life's difficult circumstances and find a way to navigate relationships both in and out of the family. I specialize in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and ego state therapy in my practice but am experienced in a variety of therapies and want to ensure children and their families feel supported in whatever therapy model is chosen.
(509) 210-6675 View (509) 210-6675
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Lucy Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005
I am accepting new clients. My clients are adults, children, and families. Adult clients are usually motivated to enter therapy by intrapersonal or interpersonal issues. Children often present internalized or externalized behavior problems and are brought into therapy by a concerned caregiver. Children may be depressed, withdrawn, angry, defiant, or underachieving. Therapy with children is very different from therapy with adults and requires an approach that is developmentally appropriate. I provide a confidential, safe place to explore psycho dynamic issues and collaborate on approaches that feel right for you.
I am accepting new clients. My clients are adults, children, and families. Adult clients are usually motivated to enter therapy by intrapersonal or interpersonal issues. Children often present internalized or externalized behavior problems and are brought into therapy by a concerned caregiver. Children may be depressed, withdrawn, angry, defiant, or underachieving. Therapy with children is very different from therapy with adults and requires an approach that is developmentally appropriate. I provide a confidential, safe place to explore psycho dynamic issues and collaborate on approaches that feel right for you.
(425) 217-3596 View (425) 217-3596
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Lizzie Munday
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98408
With a background working in schools as well as community mental health, I have experience working with children/adolescents, adults and families, helping to manage: depression, anxiety, mild to severe behavior and mental disabilities, grief and loss, LGBTQ issues, relationships, trauma, career and academic exploration and crisis stabilization.
Therapy and the process of change can be daunting but, YOU ARE WORTH IT! My focus and goal in my work with you is to help navigate through your personal process of growth and change. I use a strength based, client centered and cognitive/behavioral approach to help develop techniques and coping skills to get you to where you want to be to feel solace and peace in your life. The most important step in the process is establishing a client/therapist relationship based on mutual respect and integrity.
With a background working in schools as well as community mental health, I have experience working with children/adolescents, adults and families, helping to manage: depression, anxiety, mild to severe behavior and mental disabilities, grief and loss, LGBTQ issues, relationships, trauma, career and academic exploration and crisis stabilization.
Therapy and the process of change can be daunting but, YOU ARE WORTH IT! My focus and goal in my work with you is to help navigate through your personal process of growth and change. I use a strength based, client centered and cognitive/behavioral approach to help develop techniques and coping skills to get you to where you want to be to feel solace and peace in your life. The most important step in the process is establishing a client/therapist relationship based on mutual respect and integrity.
(253) 444-2946 View (253) 444-2946
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Ashley Sedlacek
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98112
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families dealing with all kinds of anxiety and OCD, as well as early childhood behavior problems and school issues.
Experiencing anxiety is a normal part of life, but sometimes it can start taking over your life, and this is when therapy can help. Sometimes it is hard to know what to do, or hard to do what we want when we are overwhelmed by certain fears, feelings or ideas. This too is when therapy can help. Whether you or your child is experiencing anxiety that is causing distress and limiting life, I would love to work with you. I believe therapy is a collaborative process, which will be driven by your needs, desires, and motivations.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families dealing with all kinds of anxiety and OCD, as well as early childhood behavior problems and school issues.
Experiencing anxiety is a normal part of life, but sometimes it can start taking over your life, and this is when therapy can help. Sometimes it is hard to know what to do, or hard to do what we want when we are overwhelmed by certain fears, feelings or ideas. This too is when therapy can help. Whether you or your child is experiencing anxiety that is causing distress and limiting life, I would love to work with you. I believe therapy is a collaborative process, which will be driven by your needs, desires, and motivations.
(206) 785-3607 View (206) 785-3607
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Port Gardner Counseling and Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Everett, WA 98201
Waitlist for new clients
My clinical focus is children and teens in their families. My work with families is through an attachment lens. With the goal of helping families grow in relationship with each other so that emotions can be experienced in a new, meaningful and healing way. I help caregivers shift their perspective on their child's tantrums, meltdowns, and testing/defiant behaviors to grow the caregiver/child relationship to a secure and safe training ground. The child will learn to trust their emotions and through this practice grow into teens and adults who can set boundaries, trust their gut and take healthy risks as their sense of self grows.
My clinical focus is children and teens in their families. My work with families is through an attachment lens. With the goal of helping families grow in relationship with each other so that emotions can be experienced in a new, meaningful and healing way. I help caregivers shift their perspective on their child's tantrums, meltdowns, and testing/defiant behaviors to grow the caregiver/child relationship to a secure and safe training ground. The child will learn to trust their emotions and through this practice grow into teens and adults who can set boundaries, trust their gut and take healthy risks as their sense of self grows.
(425) 470-4047 View (425) 470-4047
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Annette Berlin
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sequim, WA 98382
My professional experience encompasses eight years with children, adults, and families in providing a safe space to feel, sense, and experience oneself in a truer way.
Do you feel isolated? Are you facing difficult situations and life decisions Alone and don't know where to turn? Are you getting sucked into negativity and drama around you? Do you need support navigating the new challenges that are happening in your life and everywhere around you? You deserve to get the support you need moving past your obstacles. Give yourself some breathing room, calm down, and let me help you help yourself. Reaching out is a healthy step in caring for yourself. It is time to get past your challenges in a better way to handle life.
My professional experience encompasses eight years with children, adults, and families in providing a safe space to feel, sense, and experience oneself in a truer way.
Do you feel isolated? Are you facing difficult situations and life decisions Alone and don't know where to turn? Are you getting sucked into negativity and drama around you? Do you need support navigating the new challenges that are happening in your life and everywhere around you? You deserve to get the support you need moving past your obstacles. Give yourself some breathing room, calm down, and let me help you help yourself. Reaching out is a healthy step in caring for yourself. It is time to get past your challenges in a better way to handle life.
(360) 401-8777 View (360) 401-8777
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Brian J Warren
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
I enjoy helping couples, families and individuals in working on relationship issues and concerns in a wide variety of areas these may be facing or dealing with. Some of the issues I can help with include depression, anxiety, health and medical problems, grief, loss, transitions, adjustment, self-esteem, troubled/at-risk youth or children, marriage and couple relationship issues, step-families, relationship concerns, sexual issues, teen concerns, child development, sibling and extended family concerns, and more. I work with clients on their issues and help them attain their goals. I focus on strengths, successes, emotions, thoughts and feelings in helping them.
I enjoy helping couples, families and individuals in working on relationship issues and concerns in a wide variety of areas these may be facing or dealing with. Some of the issues I can help with include depression, anxiety, health and medical problems, grief, loss, transitions, adjustment, self-esteem, troubled/at-risk youth or children, marriage and couple relationship issues, step-families, relationship concerns, sexual issues, teen concerns, child development, sibling and extended family concerns, and more. I work with clients on their issues and help them attain their goals. I focus on strengths, successes, emotions, thoughts and feelings in helping them.
(206) 818-3223 View (206) 818-3223
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Dr. Isabel E. Kaufman Forensic Expert/Therapist
Counselor, DR, LMHCC, CFC, Forensi, Expert
Verified Verified
Bellingham, WA 98229
Through Life Stages: offers an array of services including but not limited to individual, children, couples and group counseling, crisis intervention, grief and loss therapy and conflict resolution. Dr Kaufman uses state of the art Mental Health Assessments. The Assessment includes a comprehensive social history, referral information, diagnostic impression, significant findings, and recommendations for treatment. A thorough Mental Health Evaluation like this is the best way to help yourself, your child, and your family. As a Professional Counselor Isabel E. Kaufman is experienced, knowledgeable and able to help!
Through Life Stages: offers an array of services including but not limited to individual, children, couples and group counseling, crisis intervention, grief and loss therapy and conflict resolution. Dr Kaufman uses state of the art Mental Health Assessments. The Assessment includes a comprehensive social history, referral information, diagnostic impression, significant findings, and recommendations for treatment. A thorough Mental Health Evaluation like this is the best way to help yourself, your child, and your family. As a Professional Counselor Isabel E. Kaufman is experienced, knowledgeable and able to help!
(360) 927-1980 View (360) 927-1980
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Rebecca VanderLouw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99202
As a parent, you're deeply invested in your child's well-being, constantly ensuring their needs are met. Yet, it's disheartening when you see them struggling emotionally or behaviorally, leaving you feeling anxious and questioning your own abilities. Parenting is undeniably challenging, full of unexpected hurdles that can leave you feeling out of your depth. Seeking help is a sign of strength, and you are here because you're ready to make a positive change for your child. You're committed to helping your child gain confidence, emotional intelligence, and grit. Let's embark on this journey together.
As a parent, you're deeply invested in your child's well-being, constantly ensuring their needs are met. Yet, it's disheartening when you see them struggling emotionally or behaviorally, leaving you feeling anxious and questioning your own abilities. Parenting is undeniably challenging, full of unexpected hurdles that can leave you feeling out of your depth. Seeking help is a sign of strength, and you are here because you're ready to make a positive change for your child. You're committed to helping your child gain confidence, emotional intelligence, and grit. Let's embark on this journey together.
(509) 331-7515 View (509) 331-7515
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Grace C Weigel
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98115
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.
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Kimberly Noel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98662
Being a parent, or caregiver, is no small thing.  There are so many challenges now-a-days.  The child mental health crisis has grown, and with it, the family mental health crisis, which means treatment must include the family as a whole.  My role as a therapist is to assist your child and family as a whole in working towards your goals by offering a supportive and safe space, and providing the opportunity for growth as a family.
Being a parent, or caregiver, is no small thing.  There are so many challenges now-a-days.  The child mental health crisis has grown, and with it, the family mental health crisis, which means treatment must include the family as a whole.  My role as a therapist is to assist your child and family as a whole in working towards your goals by offering a supportive and safe space, and providing the opportunity for growth as a family.
(360) 583-6932 View (360) 583-6932
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Sue Jean Jerald
Counselor, MA, ABS, LMHC, CMHS
Verified Verified
Richland, WA 99352  (Online Only)
I also am a Washington Children's Mental Health Specialist and treat teens.
Feeling overwhelmed? We all do at times. Current openings with 25+ years of experience in teaching, counseling, and business consulting. I will address your counseling and consulting needs in a respectful, confidential, and caring manner. The areas I address are stress management, conflict resolution, creative problem solving, communication skills, and overcoming depression. I can help you with anxiety by encouraging self- care and discovering and using your strengths. I can assure you that my intention is for you to feel heard and validated. I will help you find the answers you need as we enter a new journey together.
I also am a Washington Children's Mental Health Specialist and treat teens.
Feeling overwhelmed? We all do at times. Current openings with 25+ years of experience in teaching, counseling, and business consulting. I will address your counseling and consulting needs in a respectful, confidential, and caring manner. The areas I address are stress management, conflict resolution, creative problem solving, communication skills, and overcoming depression. I can help you with anxiety by encouraging self- care and discovering and using your strengths. I can assure you that my intention is for you to feel heard and validated. I will help you find the answers you need as we enter a new journey together.
(509) 774-5302 View (509) 774-5302
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John D Dunn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, MHP
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99201  (Online Only)
I work with children and parents on appropriate communication between each other.
Are you experiencing anxiety? Have you or your child gone through a traumatic event or experienced a major loss? Are you having trouble maintaining a healthy relationship? Do you struggle from low self-esteem and/or low self-confidence? I practice client centered strengths based approaches that teach the client skills to successfully become their own therapist for the times they face barriers in their life.
I work with children and parents on appropriate communication between each other.
Are you experiencing anxiety? Have you or your child gone through a traumatic event or experienced a major loss? Are you having trouble maintaining a healthy relationship? Do you struggle from low self-esteem and/or low self-confidence? I practice client centered strengths based approaches that teach the client skills to successfully become their own therapist for the times they face barriers in their life.
(509) 722-8405 x1 View (509) 722-8405 x1
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Urmi S Saraiya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Shoreline, WA 98155
Empowering Children/Adolescents and Their Families Our Children watch us live - what we do shouts louder than what we say!
Empowering Children/Adolescents and Their Families Our Children watch us live - what we do shouts louder than what we say!
(253) 214-9616 View (253) 214-9616
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Jennifer Drake
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402
I strive to create an environment that encourages growth and healing. Issues such as anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, abuse, trauma, domestic violence, anger, relationship and identity crisis leave one feeling depressed and alone. Working closely with individuals, couples, and families, together we will face life's struggles. My experience as a family therapist has provided me with extensive opportunity to work with families and children in the foster care system, or those families at risk of children being removed from the home. Additionally, working as a mental health professional in hospital emergency rooms has provided hands on crisis intervention with individuals facing extreme emotional situations.
I strive to create an environment that encourages growth and healing. Issues such as anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, abuse, trauma, domestic violence, anger, relationship and identity crisis leave one feeling depressed and alone. Working closely with individuals, couples, and families, together we will face life's struggles. My experience as a family therapist has provided me with extensive opportunity to work with families and children in the foster care system, or those families at risk of children being removed from the home. Additionally, working as a mental health professional in hospital emergency rooms has provided hands on crisis intervention with individuals facing extreme emotional situations.
(253) 252-5079 View (253) 252-5079
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Alyson Gamache Hervatine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LICSW-A
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99204
I work with individuals and families from an attachment perspective. I have worked extensively with children ages three and up in individual and family therapy, utilizing play, art and talk therapies to help individuals handle challenging situations at home and/or school, or within their own internal world. I can help children build resilience, self-reliance, and their self-regulatory skills. I work with parents, helping them to better meet their children's needs while fostering a better relationship. I work with adults on the myriad of life transitions they are working through, helping them better cope with their everyday stresses.
I work with individuals and families from an attachment perspective. I have worked extensively with children ages three and up in individual and family therapy, utilizing play, art and talk therapies to help individuals handle challenging situations at home and/or school, or within their own internal world. I can help children build resilience, self-reliance, and their self-regulatory skills. I work with parents, helping them to better meet their children's needs while fostering a better relationship. I work with adults on the myriad of life transitions they are working through, helping them better cope with their everyday stresses.
(509) 779-6216 View (509) 779-6216
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Washington 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.

The best child therapists in Washington 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.