Child Therapists in Baltimore, MD
Making the decision to go to therapy can be scary, daunting and overwhelming. I know that it takes a tremendous amount of courage to pursue therapy and I appreciate your effort in reaching out. My main interests are in working with children and effective ways to help children navigate their emotions, although I see clients across the lifespan. My primary areas of clinical concentration are; child abuse, ADHD, PTSD, and anxiety. I can offer a safe place to explore whatever challenges you are facing and provide guidance to aid you through your own process.
Making the decision to go to therapy can be scary, daunting and overwhelming. I know that it takes a tremendous amount of courage to pursue therapy and I appreciate your effort in reaching out. My main interests are in working with children and effective ways to help children navigate their emotions, although I see clients across the lifespan. My primary areas of clinical concentration are; child abuse, ADHD, PTSD, and anxiety. I can offer a safe place to explore whatever challenges you are facing and provide guidance to aid you through your own process.
Nicole Banks
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21210
Not accepting new clients
Nicole works with individuals to help them identify their strengths, and uses behavioral and experiential approaches to move towards their goals. She incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Client-Centered therapy to help her clients find their inner strengths for continued growth. She has training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) that allows her to incorporate and teach her clients skills to improve and maintain their social, emotional well-being. Nicole is also experienced in using games and play with children to help them reach their own goals.
Nicole works with individuals to help them identify their strengths, and uses behavioral and experiential approaches to move towards their goals. She incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Client-Centered therapy to help her clients find their inner strengths for continued growth. She has training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) that allows her to incorporate and teach her clients skills to improve and maintain their social, emotional well-being. Nicole is also experienced in using games and play with children to help them reach their own goals.
I have particular knowledge and expertise working with children and teenagers suffering with depression and anxiety.
I provide a safe, respectful, nonjudgmental environment for adults, children and adolescents to share their stories and gain insight into their current needs and challenges. Working together, we can build upon your skills to find balance and relief. My approach is eclectic utilizing different techniques to fit the needs of the individual client. Some of those techniques include CBT, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, Family Therapy and Play Therapy.
I have particular knowledge and expertise working with children and teenagers suffering with depression and anxiety.
I provide a safe, respectful, nonjudgmental environment for adults, children and adolescents to share their stories and gain insight into their current needs and challenges. Working together, we can build upon your skills to find balance and relief. My approach is eclectic utilizing different techniques to fit the needs of the individual client. Some of those techniques include CBT, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, Family Therapy and Play Therapy.
The single most important factor in helping children and adolescents heal after experiencing potentially traumatic events is having a supportive and responsive caregiver. This crucial piece of information applies to children and families who have experiences potentially traumatic events, or are struggling with depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, or behavioral/relational difficulties. As a licensed psychologist, I have had the opportunity to work with children, adolescents, and their families who have experienced a wide range of traumatic events. Visit us at brightstarthealth.com.
The single most important factor in helping children and adolescents heal after experiencing potentially traumatic events is having a supportive and responsive caregiver. This crucial piece of information applies to children and families who have experiences potentially traumatic events, or are struggling with depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, or behavioral/relational difficulties. As a licensed psychologist, I have had the opportunity to work with children, adolescents, and their families who have experienced a wide range of traumatic events. Visit us at brightstarthealth.com.
I specialize in evidence-based mental health care for children, adolescents, and their families. Offering a safe and welcoming space where youth feel supported and accepted is one of my primary goals as a therapist. I believe in forming partnerships that allow personal experiences, knowledge, and skills to help guide and shape our work together. Through positive affirmation, encouragement, and praise my clients work to build self-compassion and acceptance, learn new skills, and embrace progress-one session at a time.
I specialize in evidence-based mental health care for children, adolescents, and their families. Offering a safe and welcoming space where youth feel supported and accepted is one of my primary goals as a therapist. I believe in forming partnerships that allow personal experiences, knowledge, and skills to help guide and shape our work together. Through positive affirmation, encouragement, and praise my clients work to build self-compassion and acceptance, learn new skills, and embrace progress-one session at a time.
Tara Mechlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21224 (Online Only)
Children, adolescents and young adults sometimes experience stress related to school, activities, challenges at home, or periods of transition. These stressors may lead to mood swings, changes in behavior and difficulty expressing emotions and thoughts. My role as a therapist is to help kids and young adults cope with stress and learn strategies to maintain an emotionally balanced life. I provide a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation and then work with individuals and families to develop an individualized treatment plan that draws from the client's existing strengths. I utilize evidence-based treatment primarily drawing from CBT.
Children, adolescents and young adults sometimes experience stress related to school, activities, challenges at home, or periods of transition. These stressors may lead to mood swings, changes in behavior and difficulty expressing emotions and thoughts. My role as a therapist is to help kids and young adults cope with stress and learn strategies to maintain an emotionally balanced life. I provide a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation and then work with individuals and families to develop an individualized treatment plan that draws from the client's existing strengths. I utilize evidence-based treatment primarily drawing from CBT.
Karen Kochen Silverman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LLC
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21210
A child’s most natural activity is to play.
We all face various challenges in life. If your child is struggling in any way, it is natural to sometimes feel discouraged or overwhelmed. Perhaps you’ve noticed behavioral changes, or maybe they seem anxious, depressed, or angry. Whatever your concerns may be, I assure you that it is not too late! I am dedicated to helping you and your child or adolescent overcome their challenges and thrive. The therapy I offer will help them explore thoughts and emotions, work through any difficult experiences, and discover their inner strengths.
A child’s most natural activity is to play.
We all face various challenges in life. If your child is struggling in any way, it is natural to sometimes feel discouraged or overwhelmed. Perhaps you’ve noticed behavioral changes, or maybe they seem anxious, depressed, or angry. Whatever your concerns may be, I assure you that it is not too late! I am dedicated to helping you and your child or adolescent overcome their challenges and thrive. The therapy I offer will help them explore thoughts and emotions, work through any difficult experiences, and discover their inner strengths.
I also have significant experience with children and youth on grief/trauma histories, ADHD, behavioral issues, social skills, and familial or social stressors.
Hi! As a therapist, it is my privilege and passion to work with individuals to overcome challenging relationships, life stressors or transitions, and loss. I believe in a collaborative, person-centered, and strength-based perspective. Through individualized treatment using an ACT approach, I work to empower clients as they take those first small intentional steps in choosing the life they want in the face of challenges or struggles. I appreciate the opportunity to walk alongside you and provide support as we work towards personal growth and a fulfilling life that feels authentic to you.
I also have significant experience with children and youth on grief/trauma histories, ADHD, behavioral issues, social skills, and familial or social stressors.
Hi! As a therapist, it is my privilege and passion to work with individuals to overcome challenging relationships, life stressors or transitions, and loss. I believe in a collaborative, person-centered, and strength-based perspective. Through individualized treatment using an ACT approach, I work to empower clients as they take those first small intentional steps in choosing the life they want in the face of challenges or struggles. I appreciate the opportunity to walk alongside you and provide support as we work towards personal growth and a fulfilling life that feels authentic to you.
I also provide child-centered play therapy to children who are struggling with emotional and behavioral regulation, anxiety, and trauma.
I specialize in working with college age adults, mothers of young children, and families who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, and life stress, utilizing holistic, evidence-based approaches to meet your needs. As a therapist, I am passionate about helping individuals improve their emotional well-being and find a sense of peace and fulfillment in their lives. Therapy provides an opportunity to make growth in all areas from the inside out.
I also provide child-centered play therapy to children who are struggling with emotional and behavioral regulation, anxiety, and trauma.
I specialize in working with college age adults, mothers of young children, and families who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, and life stress, utilizing holistic, evidence-based approaches to meet your needs. As a therapist, I am passionate about helping individuals improve their emotional well-being and find a sense of peace and fulfillment in their lives. Therapy provides an opportunity to make growth in all areas from the inside out.
Brenna Neimanis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21218 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I also specialize in Parent, Child, & Family Therapy for those struggling with family relationships and emotional/behavioral concerns.
I currently have a waitlist - Welcome to therapy, I’m so happy you are here! My practice is focused on feeling at home within yourself & providing a safe place to explore your whole self through individual, partnered, and/or family therapy. I use an inclusive, holistic approach & understand that each client is a unique individual & is impacted by their experiences, as well as societal structures & norms. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, burn-out, disordered eating, body dysmorphia, mood disorders, difficulty coping, family/partner conflict, concerns with self-worth, & those who have experienced trauma.
I also specialize in Parent, Child, & Family Therapy for those struggling with family relationships and emotional/behavioral concerns.
I currently have a waitlist - Welcome to therapy, I’m so happy you are here! My practice is focused on feeling at home within yourself & providing a safe place to explore your whole self through individual, partnered, and/or family therapy. I use an inclusive, holistic approach & understand that each client is a unique individual & is impacted by their experiences, as well as societal structures & norms. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, burn-out, disordered eating, body dysmorphia, mood disorders, difficulty coping, family/partner conflict, concerns with self-worth, & those who have experienced trauma.
Matthew Figiel-Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21201
Not all therapists are the same. I help my clients find practical solutions to the issues facing them, and together we find ways to change the patterns behind these issues. Whether depression, anxiety, or dealing with a difficult life event, the situations facing us can feel overwhelming. For over 15 years I've empowered children, families, and adults as they move toward their goals. I am experienced in school and community settings, as well as inpatient, and I enjoy working with people of all backgrounds and orientations.
Not all therapists are the same. I help my clients find practical solutions to the issues facing them, and together we find ways to change the patterns behind these issues. Whether depression, anxiety, or dealing with a difficult life event, the situations facing us can feel overwhelming. For over 15 years I've empowered children, families, and adults as they move toward their goals. I am experienced in school and community settings, as well as inpatient, and I enjoy working with people of all backgrounds and orientations.
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I work with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of psychological concerns, cognitive abilities, and diverse family makeups.
Over the course of our life, we often need support in overcoming personal and/or professional challenges and addressing the roadblocks that prevent us from being successful and feeling fulfilled. Using a warm, genuine, and empathic approach, I aim to build trusting, collaborative relationships with my clients to help them gain a deeper understanding of themselves, experience emotional relief, and feel empowered to make profound change.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of psychological concerns, cognitive abilities, and diverse family makeups.
Over the course of our life, we often need support in overcoming personal and/or professional challenges and addressing the roadblocks that prevent us from being successful and feeling fulfilled. Using a warm, genuine, and empathic approach, I aim to build trusting, collaborative relationships with my clients to help them gain a deeper understanding of themselves, experience emotional relief, and feel empowered to make profound change.
Charlotte Jeanne
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21210
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and welcome! I primarily do individual work with children, teens/adolescents, and adults. Some areas I most frequently support clients with are: anxiety and panic, depression, adjustments and transitions, family change, identity, and academics. I hold a BS in child development and enjoy applying a developmental lens to counseling, particularly in my work with children/teens and their families.
Hello and welcome! I primarily do individual work with children, teens/adolescents, and adults. Some areas I most frequently support clients with are: anxiety and panic, depression, adjustments and transitions, family change, identity, and academics. I hold a BS in child development and enjoy applying a developmental lens to counseling, particularly in my work with children/teens and their families.
Grace Carmichael
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21210
I specialize in working with children, youth, adults and families impacted by trauma. Utilizing my trauma-focused training, combined with my background in domestic and relationship violence prevention, I bring a strengths-based approach that is both motivational and client-centered. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and integrate both psychoeducation and skills-based techniques into my work. My specialties include trauma and PTSD, grief, and relationship and domestic/sexual abuse. More broadly, I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and mood-related disorders.
I specialize in working with children, youth, adults and families impacted by trauma. Utilizing my trauma-focused training, combined with my background in domestic and relationship violence prevention, I bring a strengths-based approach that is both motivational and client-centered. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and integrate both psychoeducation and skills-based techniques into my work. My specialties include trauma and PTSD, grief, and relationship and domestic/sexual abuse. More broadly, I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and mood-related disorders.
Balance Point Wellness, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21212 (Online Only)
Johanna brings over 15 years of experience in the mental health field to Balance Point Wellness, LLC. She helps children, adolescents, and adults achieve their personal goals through a delicate balance of acceptance and change.
Johanna brings over 15 years of experience in the mental health field to Balance Point Wellness, LLC. She helps children, adolescents, and adults achieve their personal goals through a delicate balance of acceptance and change.
Choosing a child psychologist is not an easy task. I have been working as a licensed psychologist for over a decade, helping children, teens, young adults, and families cope with many of the difficulties they face. Primarily a specialist in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, I also use Behavior Therapy, Family Therapy, and traditional Individual/Interpersonal Therapy to help reach your goals. Also, I can perform psychological/psychoeducational evaluations to help guide a plan to improved grades and overall performance. Please feel free to call to discuss how I can help!
Choosing a child psychologist is not an easy task. I have been working as a licensed psychologist for over a decade, helping children, teens, young adults, and families cope with many of the difficulties they face. Primarily a specialist in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, I also use Behavior Therapy, Family Therapy, and traditional Individual/Interpersonal Therapy to help reach your goals. Also, I can perform psychological/psychoeducational evaluations to help guide a plan to improved grades and overall performance. Please feel free to call to discuss how I can help!
Batsheva (Beth) Hartstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21208
Play therapy is a "kid user friendly" way to help children.
Play therapy is my passion! As a registered play therapist, I conduct therapy using play to facilitate growth, change, communication, and work through a variety of issues using play techniques. Additionally, I work as a trainer sharing my knowledge and excitement of the incredible work that can be done using play!
Play therapy is a "kid user friendly" way to help children.
Play therapy is my passion! As a registered play therapist, I conduct therapy using play to facilitate growth, change, communication, and work through a variety of issues using play techniques. Additionally, I work as a trainer sharing my knowledge and excitement of the incredible work that can be done using play!
Elena Iannacito
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21202 (Online Only)
Everyone deserves a space where they feel empowered, seen, and heard. We can work through those hard feelings in a safe and supportive environment. My name is Elena, I am a Master of Social Work student at Grand Canyon University. I specialize in working with children and teens. I have experience working with anxiety and depression.
Everyone deserves a space where they feel empowered, seen, and heard. We can work through those hard feelings in a safe and supportive environment. My name is Elena, I am a Master of Social Work student at Grand Canyon University. I specialize in working with children and teens. I have experience working with anxiety and depression.
As a pediatric psychologist, my role is to help parents navigate the wide range of daily stressors and develop tools to better support your children.
Baltimore Pediatric Psychology is the private practice of Dr. Lucy Leibowitz. I am a licensed psychologist in Maryland with availability for therapy and psycho-educational evaluations. My specialty is in helping parents and children manage emotional and behavioral concerns, including anxiety and depression, tantrums, ADHD, and sleep problems across ages. I use cognitive-behavioral strategies and collaborate with families to develop effective and individualized treatment plans. I believe in sharing research and best practice with families and working together to implement these approaches for each unique family.
As a pediatric psychologist, my role is to help parents navigate the wide range of daily stressors and develop tools to better support your children.
Baltimore Pediatric Psychology is the private practice of Dr. Lucy Leibowitz. I am a licensed psychologist in Maryland with availability for therapy and psycho-educational evaluations. My specialty is in helping parents and children manage emotional and behavioral concerns, including anxiety and depression, tantrums, ADHD, and sleep problems across ages. I use cognitive-behavioral strategies and collaborate with families to develop effective and individualized treatment plans. I believe in sharing research and best practice with families and working together to implement these approaches for each unique family.
Canton Child and Family Therapy Clinic aspires to provide psychological treatment to many individuals and families in need of help.
Have trouble expressing your feelings or feel like you do not fit in or no one understands you? Does your family ned a nudge to live together more positively? When you receive care at our clinic, we do not only look at your condition(s); we look at you as an individual or family trying to improve your quality of life. Therefore, our approaches revolve around helping you to overcome your personal hurdles and thrive with a newfound sense of mental peace. We also focus on establishing affection and warmth in your relationship with your child in order to equip you in dealing with your child's struggles confidently.
Canton Child and Family Therapy Clinic aspires to provide psychological treatment to many individuals and families in need of help.
Have trouble expressing your feelings or feel like you do not fit in or no one understands you? Does your family ned a nudge to live together more positively? When you receive care at our clinic, we do not only look at your condition(s); we look at you as an individual or family trying to improve your quality of life. Therefore, our approaches revolve around helping you to overcome your personal hurdles and thrive with a newfound sense of mental peace. We also focus on establishing affection and warmth in your relationship with your child in order to equip you in dealing with your child's struggles confidently.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore 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 Baltimore 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.