Child Therapists in Austin, TX
Ana El-Behadli
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
Dr. El-Behadli is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in evidence-based, family-centered care. She works with children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression, suicidality, self-harm, and chronic illness or pain. She also works directly with parents in support of their children with these conditions. Dr. El-Behadli is experienced in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and family- and parent-based treatments, such as Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE).
Dr. El-Behadli is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in evidence-based, family-centered care. She works with children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression, suicidality, self-harm, and chronic illness or pain. She also works directly with parents in support of their children with these conditions. Dr. El-Behadli is experienced in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and family- and parent-based treatments, such as Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE).
Gary G F Yorke
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
Dr. Yorke has a diverse practice. He enjoys working with parents, children, and adolescents. Dr. Yorke began working as a therapist in 1982 and in 1989 he received his Ph.D. from St. John's university. Dr. Yorke is a Licensed Psychologist and has a Diplomate in Child Psychology, American Board of Psychological Specialties. He has taught numerous workshops to parents and professionals on Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Autism Spectrum, and engaging difficult clients in treatment.
Dr. Yorke has a diverse practice. He enjoys working with parents, children, and adolescents. Dr. Yorke began working as a therapist in 1982 and in 1989 he received his Ph.D. from St. John's university. Dr. Yorke is a Licensed Psychologist and has a Diplomate in Child Psychology, American Board of Psychological Specialties. He has taught numerous workshops to parents and professionals on Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Autism Spectrum, and engaging difficult clients in treatment.
Dr. Kristie Engel
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78738
Is your child struggling? Children, teens and their parents face unprecedented challenges in today's rapidly changing world. Anxiety, depression, learning disabilities, attention problems, school stress, difficult relationships, life transitions, chronic illness, grief, mental illness and other experiences compound the inherent challenges of growing up. You and your child may feel discouraged and alone braving these challenges yet experiencing challenges is universal and affirms our connection to each other. How different would life be if we instinctively embraced this truth and reached out for connection to grow through challenges together?
Is your child struggling? Children, teens and their parents face unprecedented challenges in today's rapidly changing world. Anxiety, depression, learning disabilities, attention problems, school stress, difficult relationships, life transitions, chronic illness, grief, mental illness and other experiences compound the inherent challenges of growing up. You and your child may feel discouraged and alone braving these challenges yet experiencing challenges is universal and affirms our connection to each other. How different would life be if we instinctively embraced this truth and reached out for connection to grow through challenges together?
Robert M Seidel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
Individual, Couples, Family & Group Therapy With Adults, Children & Adolescents.
I am an Honors graduate of The University of Texas at Austin with over 30 years experience helping people overcome anxiety & depression, resolve conflicts, deal with past hurts & traumas, improve communication and self esteem, and increase the quality of their relationships, as well as their work or school performance, in order that they may lead happier and more fulfilling lives. I also recently completed training to become a state-licensed, Clinical Social Work Supervisor for newly-graduated clinicians-in-training.
Individual, Couples, Family & Group Therapy With Adults, Children & Adolescents.
I am an Honors graduate of The University of Texas at Austin with over 30 years experience helping people overcome anxiety & depression, resolve conflicts, deal with past hurts & traumas, improve communication and self esteem, and increase the quality of their relationships, as well as their work or school performance, in order that they may lead happier and more fulfilling lives. I also recently completed training to become a state-licensed, Clinical Social Work Supervisor for newly-graduated clinicians-in-training.
Linda Gamst
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
I enjoy working with children, adults, couples and families who are seeking support with relationships, managing emotion, co-parenting and navigating the obstacles of everyday life. Transitions can be challenging whether it be starting a new grade, adjusting to divorce, or leaving home to begin college. Mental health issues can complicate productivity making it difficult to experience happiness, joy and success. I enjoy working with the complex dynamics of couples and families. This might include helping children to improve peer or sibling relationships, adjust to a parent's divorce, or navigate their own powerful emotions.
I enjoy working with children, adults, couples and families who are seeking support with relationships, managing emotion, co-parenting and navigating the obstacles of everyday life. Transitions can be challenging whether it be starting a new grade, adjusting to divorce, or leaving home to begin college. Mental health issues can complicate productivity making it difficult to experience happiness, joy and success. I enjoy working with the complex dynamics of couples and families. This might include helping children to improve peer or sibling relationships, adjust to a parent's divorce, or navigate their own powerful emotions.
Jill Chrisman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78756
Is your child having trouble focusing and you don’t know how to help? Does your child keep “squeaking by” academically each year? Is your child “quirky” and having trouble making friends? Does your teen seem more stressed than usual? I can work with your family to determine why your child is struggling at home, school, or with friends, as well as what we can do to help. I specialize in collaborative, strength-based evaluations for attention problems, learning disorders, emotional symptoms, and autism.
Is your child having trouble focusing and you don’t know how to help? Does your child keep “squeaking by” academically each year? Is your child “quirky” and having trouble making friends? Does your teen seem more stressed than usual? I can work with your family to determine why your child is struggling at home, school, or with friends, as well as what we can do to help. I specialize in collaborative, strength-based evaluations for attention problems, learning disorders, emotional symptoms, and autism.
Heidi Schilling
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Waitlist for new clients
Everyone wants to be heard, seen, and understood. However, we often don't feel those things in life, especially when we have experienced trauma. It is easy to feel alone as you struggle in silence. However, you are not alone. I aim to create a safe, warm, empathetic space so you or your child/adolescent can find relief and power in sharing your story. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, as well as with adults who have experienced trauma. Working with children and adolescents gives me a unique perspective to help adults addressing childhood trauma. I provide individual and family therapy and parent coaching.
Everyone wants to be heard, seen, and understood. However, we often don't feel those things in life, especially when we have experienced trauma. It is easy to feel alone as you struggle in silence. However, you are not alone. I aim to create a safe, warm, empathetic space so you or your child/adolescent can find relief and power in sharing your story. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, as well as with adults who have experienced trauma. Working with children and adolescents gives me a unique perspective to help adults addressing childhood trauma. I provide individual and family therapy and parent coaching.
Amanda Campbell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78748
If you are looking for someone with experience to listen to your situation, help you identify things that need to change, and to help you make those changes, I would love to talk with you. I have been counseling children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families for 22 years. We will work together to develop treatment goals and strategies to get things back on course. It is so hard when relationships are stressed or broken, when children are having problems educationally or socially, and when anxiety or depression prevents you from being who you want to be. I can help.
If you are looking for someone with experience to listen to your situation, help you identify things that need to change, and to help you make those changes, I would love to talk with you. I have been counseling children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families for 22 years. We will work together to develop treatment goals and strategies to get things back on course. It is so hard when relationships are stressed or broken, when children are having problems educationally or socially, and when anxiety or depression prevents you from being who you want to be. I can help.
Shannon Rueter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78748
Waitlist for new clients
I have practiced psychotherapy for the past ten years with a focus on children and families, perinatal mental health, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
Deciding to speak to a therapist is a step in the direction of health - mental, emotional, and sometimes physical. My clients usually come to me after they have tried all they can think of - I feel honored to be their next step and honor the steps they've already taken. Whether a client's concerns pertain to parenting or becoming a parent, perinatal mental health, life transitions, ADHD, or general mental health, I enjoy working together with my clients to determine the best next steps for them.
I have practiced psychotherapy for the past ten years with a focus on children and families, perinatal mental health, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
Deciding to speak to a therapist is a step in the direction of health - mental, emotional, and sometimes physical. My clients usually come to me after they have tried all they can think of - I feel honored to be their next step and honor the steps they've already taken. Whether a client's concerns pertain to parenting or becoming a parent, perinatal mental health, life transitions, ADHD, or general mental health, I enjoy working together with my clients to determine the best next steps for them.
Carissa Cerda
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
A developmental framework guides me in my work with children and adolescents. I take an integrative approach to therapy which allows me to tailor therapeutic services to the unique needs of each individual child and family. I specialize in obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, generalized anxiety, school related anxiety, depression and disruptive behaviors.
A developmental framework guides me in my work with children and adolescents. I take an integrative approach to therapy which allows me to tailor therapeutic services to the unique needs of each individual child and family. I specialize in obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, generalized anxiety, school related anxiety, depression and disruptive behaviors.
Rachel Garner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
Rachel Garner, LCSW-S, PMH-C, has over 12 years of experience supporting individuals and families through change and challenges. She has a wide range of experience, specializing in Family Systems. Rachel provides individual and family therapy and therapy for children & adolescents. Trained in various parenting models, Rachel incorporates child development, attachment models and parenting education into her work with families and parents. Rachel is also a certified perinatal mental health counselor and is passionate about supporting parents through their pregnancy and postpartum journey.
Rachel Garner, LCSW-S, PMH-C, has over 12 years of experience supporting individuals and families through change and challenges. She has a wide range of experience, specializing in Family Systems. Rachel provides individual and family therapy and therapy for children & adolescents. Trained in various parenting models, Rachel incorporates child development, attachment models and parenting education into her work with families and parents. Rachel is also a certified perinatal mental health counselor and is passionate about supporting parents through their pregnancy and postpartum journey.
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Camilla Bolch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78745 (Online Only)
With an accepting, creative approach I strive to view the child's (or parent's) world as they see it.
I am passionate about helping children and their parents experience "less stress and more success" in their daily lives. My client-centered approach includes play-based activities, CBT, stress-management and mindfulness training. I offer therapeutic parenting support to help families reach their goals. With over 25 years of experience, I still delight in helping my clients recognize and affirm their unique strengths and find positive, creative solutions to overcome the challenges they face.
With an accepting, creative approach I strive to view the child's (or parent's) world as they see it.
I am passionate about helping children and their parents experience "less stress and more success" in their daily lives. My client-centered approach includes play-based activities, CBT, stress-management and mindfulness training. I offer therapeutic parenting support to help families reach their goals. With over 25 years of experience, I still delight in helping my clients recognize and affirm their unique strengths and find positive, creative solutions to overcome the challenges they face.
Christie Wilke
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-Asc
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78757
This is a safe space for you or your child to share & look at your goals.
Christie works with children, adolescents, and adults. Some of her specialties include phobias, selective mutism, autism, and dealing with traumatic experiences, as well as anxiety, depression and other emotional issues.
This is a safe space for you or your child to share & look at your goals.
Christie works with children, adolescents, and adults. Some of her specialties include phobias, selective mutism, autism, and dealing with traumatic experiences, as well as anxiety, depression and other emotional issues.
Kelly J Bodu
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
My extensive experience with working with children, teens, and parents along with my training in marriage and family systems, has made me uniquely qualified to assess and improve relationships within a family.
Life might have thrown you a new curveball that has gotten you off balance. OR nothing big has happened, but feelings of being stuck have emerged from somewhere. Psychotherapy offers you a safe place to make changes to old patterns that hold you back. I can help you navigate the uncharted path & assist in developing the insights & skills you need to thrive in life. Therapy works best when we collaborate toward created goals in a respectful & affirming setting. Our work involves identifying & working through unhealthy relationship patterns, helping to change the way you think to improve the way you feel, in order to live your life.
My extensive experience with working with children, teens, and parents along with my training in marriage and family systems, has made me uniquely qualified to assess and improve relationships within a family.
Life might have thrown you a new curveball that has gotten you off balance. OR nothing big has happened, but feelings of being stuck have emerged from somewhere. Psychotherapy offers you a safe place to make changes to old patterns that hold you back. I can help you navigate the uncharted path & assist in developing the insights & skills you need to thrive in life. Therapy works best when we collaborate toward created goals in a respectful & affirming setting. Our work involves identifying & working through unhealthy relationship patterns, helping to change the way you think to improve the way you feel, in order to live your life.
The Well Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC, LCPC, TBRI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731
She partners with children and teens, by coming alongside them to find healing in the midst of life’s difficulties.
The Well is a professional mental health practice with a team of clinicians serving Texas. We sincerely believe there is hope for all who are willing to seek help, no matter what their situation. With an integrated approach, using psychological proven techniques and skills from a Christian foundation, we draw from a variety of methodologies to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. We tailor our skills and therapeutic interventions to meet our individual client’s with love and understanding. Sascha is a advanced clinical supervising specialist for teen, child, marital, and online therapy.
She partners with children and teens, by coming alongside them to find healing in the midst of life’s difficulties.
The Well is a professional mental health practice with a team of clinicians serving Texas. We sincerely believe there is hope for all who are willing to seek help, no matter what their situation. With an integrated approach, using psychological proven techniques and skills from a Christian foundation, we draw from a variety of methodologies to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. We tailor our skills and therapeutic interventions to meet our individual client’s with love and understanding. Sascha is a advanced clinical supervising specialist for teen, child, marital, and online therapy.
Kat Postel
Master Social Work, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701
Hi there! I’m Kat and I’m so glad you’re reaching out. Grief, loss, and other significant life changes can feel all-consuming and overwhelming. I'm here to offer a safe space for navigating big emotions and new circumstances. I work closely with you (or your child), helping with emotional regulation, staying grounded in the body, and building resilience. We’ll use play, creativity, mindfulness, movement, storytelling, and talk therapy to feel into the hard parts of grief, loss, trauma, and relationships. I'm here to walk with you, to be an empowering companion, and to bear witness to your resilience and sense of self.
Hi there! I’m Kat and I’m so glad you’re reaching out. Grief, loss, and other significant life changes can feel all-consuming and overwhelming. I'm here to offer a safe space for navigating big emotions and new circumstances. I work closely with you (or your child), helping with emotional regulation, staying grounded in the body, and building resilience. We’ll use play, creativity, mindfulness, movement, storytelling, and talk therapy to feel into the hard parts of grief, loss, trauma, and relationships. I'm here to walk with you, to be an empowering companion, and to bear witness to your resilience and sense of self.
Jamie Benitez
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731 (Online Only)
Although my background is working with children and adolescents, I am open to working with any age range, from individuals to couples.
Hi, my name is Jamie Benitez and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker. I have dedicated my life's work to helping children, adolescents, and young adults in navigating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, and overall mental and emotional health. I have a background in education and therapy along with being yoga teacher certified. I am trained in trauma therapy, CBT and use different therapeutic modalities including art, Humanistic, Acceptance and Commitment, and Body-Mind to name a few. I explore with each client the obstacles they face and challenges they want to overcome.
Although my background is working with children and adolescents, I am open to working with any age range, from individuals to couples.
Hi, my name is Jamie Benitez and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker. I have dedicated my life's work to helping children, adolescents, and young adults in navigating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, and overall mental and emotional health. I have a background in education and therapy along with being yoga teacher certified. I am trained in trauma therapy, CBT and use different therapeutic modalities including art, Humanistic, Acceptance and Commitment, and Body-Mind to name a few. I explore with each client the obstacles they face and challenges they want to overcome.
Kellyn June Lappinga
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
I work with ages 3-18 using strengths-based, child/youth-centered play and expressive arts therapy, with a specialty in trauma.
My goal while working with children is to open up their capacity to grow more self-aware and socially and emotionally intelligent. This allows me to focus on them as a person and who they are capable of becoming. This approach can help with a variety of concerns your child may face including: anxiety, social-emotional issues, depression grief, behavioral concerns, and trauma-related symptoms.
I work with ages 3-18 using strengths-based, child/youth-centered play and expressive arts therapy, with a specialty in trauma.
My goal while working with children is to open up their capacity to grow more self-aware and socially and emotionally intelligent. This allows me to focus on them as a person and who they are capable of becoming. This approach can help with a variety of concerns your child may face including: anxiety, social-emotional issues, depression grief, behavioral concerns, and trauma-related symptoms.
Susan Anne Gallagher, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78729
My work is eclectic, drawing upon different therapeutic modalities: play therapy (particularly effective with children), filial therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy, depending upon individual needs.
Therapy is a collaborative effort. I am present to accompany, listen, and reflect. I work with a broad range of individuals. With over two decades as a school counselor, I particularly enjoy working with children and adolescents and their parents. I work effectively with clients who are going through a divorce, the death of a significant person, chronic family illness, job changes, domestic violence, or abuse. Clients can expect focused attention, quiet acceptance and honest feedback in a private space where they can clear their thoughts and feelings, sort through fears and pain, and redirect their lives.
My work is eclectic, drawing upon different therapeutic modalities: play therapy (particularly effective with children), filial therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy, depending upon individual needs.
Therapy is a collaborative effort. I am present to accompany, listen, and reflect. I work with a broad range of individuals. With over two decades as a school counselor, I particularly enjoy working with children and adolescents and their parents. I work effectively with clients who are going through a divorce, the death of a significant person, chronic family illness, job changes, domestic violence, or abuse. Clients can expect focused attention, quiet acceptance and honest feedback in a private space where they can clear their thoughts and feelings, sort through fears and pain, and redirect their lives.
Katie Fahrner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78745
I have a background in developmental psychology and specialize in working with children, adolescents and adults from diverse socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
Welcome to my practice. I thoroughly enjoy my work and thrive in helping people develop healthy, productive, and satisfying lives and relationships. I strive to create a welcoming environment where children, adolescents and adults feel comfortable exploring ways to achieve their goals. Research has shown that one of the most important aspects of change in therapy lies within the therapeutic relationship, so the benefits received from therapy are directly related to feelings of comfort and connection with a therapist. I consider my role as a therapist to be a privilege and will work to ensure you receive services best suited for you.
I have a background in developmental psychology and specialize in working with children, adolescents and adults from diverse socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
Welcome to my practice. I thoroughly enjoy my work and thrive in helping people develop healthy, productive, and satisfying lives and relationships. I strive to create a welcoming environment where children, adolescents and adults feel comfortable exploring ways to achieve their goals. Research has shown that one of the most important aspects of change in therapy lies within the therapeutic relationship, so the benefits received from therapy are directly related to feelings of comfort and connection with a therapist. I consider my role as a therapist to be a privilege and will work to ensure you receive services best suited for you.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Austin, TX 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 Austin 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 Austin 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.