Child Therapists in Denver, CO
Daniela Y Perez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80212 (Online Only)
I work with children (ages 6+), adolescents, young adults, and parents. Many of my clients are dealing with challenges related to managing stress, anxiety, and behavioral concerns. These concerns may be related to trauma, such as bullying, emotional, physical, or sexual abuse, and immigration-related trauma. I help with developing coping skills, working with big feelings like anger and grief, addressing depression, and navigating mood disorders. In other words, I work with young people and families who are looking for both guidance and practical solutions to improve their mental health and quality of life.
I work with children (ages 6+), adolescents, young adults, and parents. Many of my clients are dealing with challenges related to managing stress, anxiety, and behavioral concerns. These concerns may be related to trauma, such as bullying, emotional, physical, or sexual abuse, and immigration-related trauma. I help with developing coping skills, working with big feelings like anger and grief, addressing depression, and navigating mood disorders. In other words, I work with young people and families who are looking for both guidance and practical solutions to improve their mental health and quality of life.
Kathleen Gruszka Best
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80207 (Online Only)
I only practice therapeutic modalities that are highly evidenced based. When working with children it is imperative to work with their parent. 1 hour of individual child therapy once a week is a mere drop in the bucket in comparison to what I can accomplish if I work directly with the parent to help them become the "therapist" to their child at home.
I only practice therapeutic modalities that are highly evidenced based. When working with children it is imperative to work with their parent. 1 hour of individual child therapy once a week is a mere drop in the bucket in comparison to what I can accomplish if I work directly with the parent to help them become the "therapist" to their child at home.
Growing up isn't easy, and neither is parenting! My goal is to be a resource for you and your child as you navigate the challenges of life together. Through the use of Play Therapy, I strive to provide a place where your child can feel safe to communicate and process their emotions, fears, and experiences in a way that feels natural and comfortable to them.
Growing up isn't easy, and neither is parenting! My goal is to be a resource for you and your child as you navigate the challenges of life together. Through the use of Play Therapy, I strive to provide a place where your child can feel safe to communicate and process their emotions, fears, and experiences in a way that feels natural and comfortable to them.
Summer Flos (Accepting New Clients)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222
I have worked closely with individuals, couples and families experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harming thoughts, traumas, intensive child behaviors/emotions, life transitions, domestic abuse and much more by using techniques from EMDR, play therapy, art, DBT, CBT, client centered counseling.
Accepting new clients for morning and early afternoon appointment times. I look at everyone's individual healing journey through a collaborative lens focusing on mind & body. Our minds & bodies hold on to traumas, depression, anxiety, etc & store it. I will help you assess the true roots to your issues & walk the path of growth together. I do not believe in “cookie cutter” therapy methods, which is giving every client the same skills and treatment. Instead we get to know the client & personalize their treatment to fit their needs, wants, beliefs & life experiences.
I have worked closely with individuals, couples and families experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harming thoughts, traumas, intensive child behaviors/emotions, life transitions, domestic abuse and much more by using techniques from EMDR, play therapy, art, DBT, CBT, client centered counseling.
Accepting new clients for morning and early afternoon appointment times. I look at everyone's individual healing journey through a collaborative lens focusing on mind & body. Our minds & bodies hold on to traumas, depression, anxiety, etc & store it. I will help you assess the true roots to your issues & walk the path of growth together. I do not believe in “cookie cutter” therapy methods, which is giving every client the same skills and treatment. Instead we get to know the client & personalize their treatment to fit their needs, wants, beliefs & life experiences.
Bethany Marie Crile
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80203
As a passionate and empathetic mental health professional, I seek to provide creative, exploratory therapeutic practices to help children and adolescents flourish. I hold space for children to think, feel, explore, and make sense of their innermost worlds. I seek to enhance their brain/body connections to aid in healthy, autonomous development while healing from past traumatic experiences. My approach is very playful, child-directed, and trauma-informed. I am simply an instrument to help children unlock their unique gifts and potentials. Together, we will work towards integration of mind, body, and spirit.
As a passionate and empathetic mental health professional, I seek to provide creative, exploratory therapeutic practices to help children and adolescents flourish. I hold space for children to think, feel, explore, and make sense of their innermost worlds. I seek to enhance their brain/body connections to aid in healthy, autonomous development while healing from past traumatic experiences. My approach is very playful, child-directed, and trauma-informed. I am simply an instrument to help children unlock their unique gifts and potentials. Together, we will work towards integration of mind, body, and spirit.
Is your child verbally and physically aggressive that it is impossible to go out to even a store or you dread their teachers reporting their "behaviors" at school? Are you worried that your child is too shy to engage in positive friendship and activities? Parenting can be very challenging at times, and I am here to listen, understand, and create treatment plan that are unique and meaningful for your child and your family. I believe (& witnessed!) children thrive despite trauma and life challenges with consistent supportive caregiving!!!
Is your child verbally and physically aggressive that it is impossible to go out to even a store or you dread their teachers reporting their "behaviors" at school? Are you worried that your child is too shy to engage in positive friendship and activities? Parenting can be very challenging at times, and I am here to listen, understand, and create treatment plan that are unique and meaningful for your child and your family. I believe (& witnessed!) children thrive despite trauma and life challenges with consistent supportive caregiving!!!
Natalie Gallardo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80224
Not accepting new clients
I provide English & Spanish child, teen, family, parent-child, couples or ethical non-monogamy relationships in the Denver, Englewood, Glendale, Centennial, and Aurora areas. I support my clients in discovering ways to share emotions, feel connected to themselves and others, and increase feelings of security and resilience so you feel ready to cope with present, past, and future challenges. I am passionate about connecting families at difficult times. I specialize in trauma, as well as guiding parents and parent-child relationships to be more regulated and connected. All identities are welcome!
I provide English & Spanish child, teen, family, parent-child, couples or ethical non-monogamy relationships in the Denver, Englewood, Glendale, Centennial, and Aurora areas. I support my clients in discovering ways to share emotions, feel connected to themselves and others, and increase feelings of security and resilience so you feel ready to cope with present, past, and future challenges. I am passionate about connecting families at difficult times. I specialize in trauma, as well as guiding parents and parent-child relationships to be more regulated and connected. All identities are welcome!
Janessa Henninger
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80212 (Online Only)
I have worked with individuals, children, and groups in a clinical setting, and have experience working with families in crisis.
Change can be scary and challenging for children and adults. We develop many different ways of coping with change, some that are healthy and others that are not. While you are the expert in your own life, I am here to help you (regardless of age) process through change and make life choices that are healthy for you in a safe, non-judgmental space. I have experience working with individuals of all ages, and cultures, as well as different presenting concerns. Working with me, we will explore your life at your pace.
I have worked with individuals, children, and groups in a clinical setting, and have experience working with families in crisis.
Change can be scary and challenging for children and adults. We develop many different ways of coping with change, some that are healthy and others that are not. While you are the expert in your own life, I am here to help you (regardless of age) process through change and make life choices that are healthy for you in a safe, non-judgmental space. I have experience working with individuals of all ages, and cultures, as well as different presenting concerns. Working with me, we will explore your life at your pace.
Whether you’re a parent with a young child trying to connect or struggling with pregnancy, infant loss, infertility issues or postpartum depression, Hilary looks forward to partnering with you on your therapy journey.
Hilary is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience and training supporting young children and their families, as well as perinatal women. She received her Masters in Social Work from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor and specializes in Infant/Early Childhood and Perinatal Mental Health. Additionally, Hilary has experience in providing mental health consultation to early learning centers. Hilary is also a rostered Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) clinician. Hilary is passionate about creating warm and authentic relationships with families to create space for vulnerability.
Whether you’re a parent with a young child trying to connect or struggling with pregnancy, infant loss, infertility issues or postpartum depression, Hilary looks forward to partnering with you on your therapy journey.
Hilary is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience and training supporting young children and their families, as well as perinatal women. She received her Masters in Social Work from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor and specializes in Infant/Early Childhood and Perinatal Mental Health. Additionally, Hilary has experience in providing mental health consultation to early learning centers. Hilary is also a rostered Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) clinician. Hilary is passionate about creating warm and authentic relationships with families to create space for vulnerability.
Heather Bosler Carroll
Psychologist, PsyD, PLLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80224
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with children/adolescents/young adults with developmental disabilities and/or cognitive impairments. My goal is to help indiviudals and their families make connections between difficult behaviors and their underlying causes, and to find interventions that work well for the family. I believe that assessing and identifying strengths in both the client and the family is just as important as identifying the problems.
I specialize in working with children/adolescents/young adults with developmental disabilities and/or cognitive impairments. My goal is to help indiviudals and their families make connections between difficult behaviors and their underlying causes, and to find interventions that work well for the family. I believe that assessing and identifying strengths in both the client and the family is just as important as identifying the problems.
Do you wish you could explore your thoughts, feelings and patterns of behavior without fear of judgment or abandonment while gaining the tools to handle the future? Do you want to declutter your assumptions and better understand others’ intentions and motivations? Maybe you have a child or teen who is struggling with finding their confidence, or navigating positive relationships with friends. They might be feeling anxious about going to school or having a hard time opening up to you about their challenges. Therapy provides the opportunity to bring you self-awareness and to help foster your connections with others.
Do you wish you could explore your thoughts, feelings and patterns of behavior without fear of judgment or abandonment while gaining the tools to handle the future? Do you want to declutter your assumptions and better understand others’ intentions and motivations? Maybe you have a child or teen who is struggling with finding their confidence, or navigating positive relationships with friends. They might be feeling anxious about going to school or having a hard time opening up to you about their challenges. Therapy provides the opportunity to bring you self-awareness and to help foster your connections with others.
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Dr. Grady-Speckhals received her M.A. and Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Denver. She completed an APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship and a post-doctoral fellowship in child clinical psychology at Primary Children's Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. Her graduate training and experiences focused on providing assessment and treatment for children and adolescents with mood and behavioral concerns, complex trauma, ADHD, learning disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Grady-Speckhals has worked in a number of settings, including both inpatient and outpatient hospital clinics.
Dr. Grady-Speckhals received her M.A. and Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Denver. She completed an APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship and a post-doctoral fellowship in child clinical psychology at Primary Children's Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. Her graduate training and experiences focused on providing assessment and treatment for children and adolescents with mood and behavioral concerns, complex trauma, ADHD, learning disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Grady-Speckhals has worked in a number of settings, including both inpatient and outpatient hospital clinics.
I am trained as a Child Family Investigator for the Courts.
I have become very interested in the brain's functioning powers and how people can learn to re-wire neural networks, using strategies that can calm, relax, heighten a sense of personal control, diminish the power of old patterns, and strengthen healthy neural pathways. Research now shows that talking about what is causing tension, stress, or discomfort for you is good for your brain. It is good to find a therapist, a trusted friend or clergy worker to confide in and improve your life. I work with children of all ages, adult individuals, and couples and families who are having difficulties.
I am trained as a Child Family Investigator for the Courts.
I have become very interested in the brain's functioning powers and how people can learn to re-wire neural networks, using strategies that can calm, relax, heighten a sense of personal control, diminish the power of old patterns, and strengthen healthy neural pathways. Research now shows that talking about what is causing tension, stress, or discomfort for you is good for your brain. It is good to find a therapist, a trusted friend or clergy worker to confide in and improve your life. I work with children of all ages, adult individuals, and couples and families who are having difficulties.
I am a child, adolescent, and adult psychologist licensed in CO and pending license in CA with 6 years of experience.
Are you ready to take control over your life and embark on the journey of getting to know the deeper depths of who you are? Are you currently having challenging behaviors with your child? Is your child currently having a hard time with peer relationships and emotional regulation? Are you tired of living in the past while craving freedom in the present moment of past traumas? I support and empower people to make the changes they want to see by encouraging insight and awareness of where these challenges came from and how they can take control and change their own life.
I am a child, adolescent, and adult psychologist licensed in CO and pending license in CA with 6 years of experience.
Are you ready to take control over your life and embark on the journey of getting to know the deeper depths of who you are? Are you currently having challenging behaviors with your child? Is your child currently having a hard time with peer relationships and emotional regulation? Are you tired of living in the past while craving freedom in the present moment of past traumas? I support and empower people to make the changes they want to see by encouraging insight and awareness of where these challenges came from and how they can take control and change their own life.
Play therapy uses the language of children, the language of play, to address struggles and difficult topics.
Currently accepting clients. Is your smart daughter struggling to get out of her own way? Are you an overwhelmed mom struggling to "do it all?" Whether it is huge emotions, or feeling consumed by it all, I empower pre-teen girls and overwhelmed moms to overcome hurdles and live with more confidence. It's the brave who go to therapy, not the weak.
Play therapy uses the language of children, the language of play, to address struggles and difficult topics.
Currently accepting clients. Is your smart daughter struggling to get out of her own way? Are you an overwhelmed mom struggling to "do it all?" Whether it is huge emotions, or feeling consumed by it all, I empower pre-teen girls and overwhelmed moms to overcome hurdles and live with more confidence. It's the brave who go to therapy, not the weak.
As a play therapist and family therapist, I believe that healing is a family affair, and, I include parents as an integral part of their child's therapy. I specialize in trauma, attachment, adoption, blended families, difficult and severe behaviors, as well as parenting, and issues stemming from any and all of the above. I love working with children and their parents and families. Children seem to have an innate sense of what is going on and what needs to happen in order for healing to occur, and, when they are able to express that and be heard, the whole family can shift and change.
As a play therapist and family therapist, I believe that healing is a family affair, and, I include parents as an integral part of their child's therapy. I specialize in trauma, attachment, adoption, blended families, difficult and severe behaviors, as well as parenting, and issues stemming from any and all of the above. I love working with children and their parents and families. Children seem to have an innate sense of what is going on and what needs to happen in order for healing to occur, and, when they are able to express that and be heard, the whole family can shift and change.
Mount Saint Vincent has been helping children and families in the Denver area for over 135 years. Let us help you and your child with our Pediatric Behavioral Health services: Outpatient Therapy, In-Home Therapy and Day Treatment. Our Masters level clinicians offer evidenced based counseling modalities specific to client needs, including: Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Play Therapy, Trauma Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Mount Saint Vincent has been helping children and families in the Denver area for over 135 years. Let us help you and your child with our Pediatric Behavioral Health services: Outpatient Therapy, In-Home Therapy and Day Treatment. Our Masters level clinicians offer evidenced based counseling modalities specific to client needs, including: Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Play Therapy, Trauma Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I believe that play is essential to a child's growing and learning process as children naturally communicate through play. Play therapy can be utilized as a way for children and adolescents to express themselves, explore and process their experiences and feelings through play/art. I am here to partner with you and your family to support in growing a child or adolescent's ability to process through, cope and regulate with difficult life transitions, school related difficulties, emotional and behavioral challenges, grief/loss, social skills, attachment, trauma and self-exploration.
I believe that play is essential to a child's growing and learning process as children naturally communicate through play. Play therapy can be utilized as a way for children and adolescents to express themselves, explore and process their experiences and feelings through play/art. I am here to partner with you and your family to support in growing a child or adolescent's ability to process through, cope and regulate with difficult life transitions, school related difficulties, emotional and behavioral challenges, grief/loss, social skills, attachment, trauma and self-exploration.
Parenting is a life-long commitment that demands nurturing, attention, and patience. It can be a stressful experience when a child becomes aggressive, defiant, and controlling. If you feel defeated and blaming yourself for your child's behavior, you are not alone. Early intervention is key in supporting your child’s adaptability and resilience as well as your own well-being as a caregiver. My role as a psychologist is to partner with you to highlight your strengths, restore your confidence, and find lasting resolutions for challenges you and your child are experiencing.
Parenting is a life-long commitment that demands nurturing, attention, and patience. It can be a stressful experience when a child becomes aggressive, defiant, and controlling. If you feel defeated and blaming yourself for your child's behavior, you are not alone. Early intervention is key in supporting your child’s adaptability and resilience as well as your own well-being as a caregiver. My role as a psychologist is to partner with you to highlight your strengths, restore your confidence, and find lasting resolutions for challenges you and your child are experiencing.
David Neale
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211
Welcome! I am a passionate mental health professional ready to assist children, teens, and adults in overcoming the issues that are holding them back from reaching their highest potential. I specialize in mood disorders, trauma, behavioral issues, substance use and abuse, challenging life transitions, attachment and family issues. Let's work together to identify a path through the challenges life is throwing at you.
Welcome! I am a passionate mental health professional ready to assist children, teens, and adults in overcoming the issues that are holding them back from reaching their highest potential. I specialize in mood disorders, trauma, behavioral issues, substance use and abuse, challenging life transitions, attachment and family issues. Let's work together to identify a path through the challenges life is throwing at you.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Denver, CO 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 Denver 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 Denver 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.