Child Therapists in Broward County, FL
Susan B. Flax - Licensed School Psychologist
Psy S
Verified Verified
Coral Springs, FL 33067
It is so hard to see a child struggle.
My goal is for every student to be his or her personal best. I want my clients to realize their abilities and attain what they want to achieve. I empower your student, by helping him or her realize strengths and provide skills to overcome or compensate for challenges. We ALL have some attention deficit, anxiety, depression, learning, and autism spectrum disorder characteristics that interfere at times. Private psychological testing helps us know when these behaviors or feelings are beyond what is age expected and how it may hinder success. Individual therapy helps us learn to minimize the negatives, feel confident and be happy.
It is so hard to see a child struggle.
My goal is for every student to be his or her personal best. I want my clients to realize their abilities and attain what they want to achieve. I empower your student, by helping him or her realize strengths and provide skills to overcome or compensate for challenges. We ALL have some attention deficit, anxiety, depression, learning, and autism spectrum disorder characteristics that interfere at times. Private psychological testing helps us know when these behaviors or feelings are beyond what is age expected and how it may hinder success. Individual therapy helps us learn to minimize the negatives, feel confident and be happy.
Edelys M. Diaz - Child And Teen Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Weston, FL 33326
Does your child struggle with expressing themselves? Is your child having a hard time with self-regulation? Does your child not know how to manage with big emotions and lacks healthy coping skills? You just landed in the right place! Welcome to play therapy! A place where a child’s mind, heart and soul meet! Play therapy is a fantastic way for kids to develop communication skills, learn coping strategies, and improve emotional regulation. By playing and interacting with others in a safe environment, your child can develop healthy social skills and improve emotional intelligence, all while having fun!
Does your child struggle with expressing themselves? Is your child having a hard time with self-regulation? Does your child not know how to manage with big emotions and lacks healthy coping skills? You just landed in the right place! Welcome to play therapy! A place where a child’s mind, heart and soul meet! Play therapy is a fantastic way for kids to develop communication skills, learn coping strategies, and improve emotional regulation. By playing and interacting with others in a safe environment, your child can develop healthy social skills and improve emotional intelligence, all while having fun!
Kathleen A Corcoran
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Weston, FL 33326 (Online Only)
My specialties include single-incident and chronic childhood trauma (cPTSD) in children through adults, attachment issues and adoption work, anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, panic attacks, separation anxiety, school refusal, OCD and phobias, and consultations for parents of infants/toddlers, children, adolescents and emerging adults.
I extend a personal welcome to you. I have been fortunate to receive intensive, high-quality training in clinical psychology; I completed internship and postdoctoral fellowship in Child/Family treatment at Dartmouth Medical School/National Center for PTSD. I am pleased to be able to provide effective, high-quality services to the community. During my time in residency, I received intensive training in evidence-based Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/Prolonged Exposure for treatment of victims of physical, sexual, emotional abuse and neglect. I also specialize in treatment of anxiety and OCD.
My specialties include single-incident and chronic childhood trauma (cPTSD) in children through adults, attachment issues and adoption work, anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, panic attacks, separation anxiety, school refusal, OCD and phobias, and consultations for parents of infants/toddlers, children, adolescents and emerging adults.
I extend a personal welcome to you. I have been fortunate to receive intensive, high-quality training in clinical psychology; I completed internship and postdoctoral fellowship in Child/Family treatment at Dartmouth Medical School/National Center for PTSD. I am pleased to be able to provide effective, high-quality services to the community. During my time in residency, I received intensive training in evidence-based Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/Prolonged Exposure for treatment of victims of physical, sexual, emotional abuse and neglect. I also specialize in treatment of anxiety and OCD.
Adrianna Brown
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coconut Creek, FL 33063
I am also trauma informed and have experience working with children, adolescents and adults for over 5 years.
If you are looking for someone to aid you in clearing your mental space and help you to manifest your best self, then you are in the right place. Strengthened Souls is all about utilizing the best in yourself to build YOUR best self. Our goal is to be able to build strong client-therapist rapport, working to dispel past traumas, negative thoughts and unhelpful behaviors. Together, we approach mental health concerns as obstacles that can be overcome, and together we can work to find your inner strength and allow your positive light to shine!
I am also trauma informed and have experience working with children, adolescents and adults for over 5 years.
If you are looking for someone to aid you in clearing your mental space and help you to manifest your best self, then you are in the right place. Strengthened Souls is all about utilizing the best in yourself to build YOUR best self. Our goal is to be able to build strong client-therapist rapport, working to dispel past traumas, negative thoughts and unhelpful behaviors. Together, we approach mental health concerns as obstacles that can be overcome, and together we can work to find your inner strength and allow your positive light to shine!
Alberto Gamarra
PhD, NCSP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Davie, FL 33330
Working with children and adolescents in the public schools has provided me with contacts and experience that I can use to help you manage what's best for your child. Learning difficulties are being looked at in new ways, especially in Florida and I can help you make sense of it. In addition, I have spent the last few years researching the effects of Sports Related Concussions on student-athletes and can provide consultation, baseline assessment, and follow-up for your child.
Working with children and adolescents in the public schools has provided me with contacts and experience that I can use to help you manage what's best for your child. Learning difficulties are being looked at in new ways, especially in Florida and I can help you make sense of it. In addition, I have spent the last few years researching the effects of Sports Related Concussions on student-athletes and can provide consultation, baseline assessment, and follow-up for your child.
Dione Hilaire
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MACP, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Margate, FL 33063 (Online Only)
My clients are everyday people that need help dealing with extraordinary circumstances. Whether you are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, separation, divorce, PTSD, grief/loss, or trauma. My goal is to equip you with the coping skills needed to overcome life's challenges. Having worked as a professional in the fields of social services, education, and mental health counseling, I have helped children, teens, and adults develop life skills to succeed. And I'm here to help you do the same.
My clients are everyday people that need help dealing with extraordinary circumstances. Whether you are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, separation, divorce, PTSD, grief/loss, or trauma. My goal is to equip you with the coping skills needed to overcome life's challenges. Having worked as a professional in the fields of social services, education, and mental health counseling, I have helped children, teens, and adults develop life skills to succeed. And I'm here to help you do the same.
Robin Horvitz
Counselor, JD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33065
Is your child or teenager struggling? Maybe they are coping with worry, mood changes, or problems at school. Perhaps there is family conflict, including divorce or separation. Or they are dealing with bullying, relationship drama, or low self-esteem. As parents, we want nothing more than for our kids to be happy. We want them to learn healthy ways to manage their emotions and feel good about themselves.
Is your child or teenager struggling? Maybe they are coping with worry, mood changes, or problems at school. Perhaps there is family conflict, including divorce or separation. Or they are dealing with bullying, relationship drama, or low self-esteem. As parents, we want nothing more than for our kids to be happy. We want them to learn healthy ways to manage their emotions and feel good about themselves.
Dr. Alyssa Weiss Quittner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSEd, PhD, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Weston, FL 33331
I engage in research on Autism, coping strategies for families with children who have Autism and treatments for children who have special needs.
I provide comprehensive individual, couple, and family therapy for those who may be experiencing difficulties in their relationship. I assist individuals, couples and families by facilitating positive change in their behavior, interactions and relationships. I feel clients have the answers they need within themselves and I use a strength-based approach to help bring about the desired understanding and change they are seeking.
I engage in research on Autism, coping strategies for families with children who have Autism and treatments for children who have special needs.
I provide comprehensive individual, couple, and family therapy for those who may be experiencing difficulties in their relationship. I assist individuals, couples and families by facilitating positive change in their behavior, interactions and relationships. I feel clients have the answers they need within themselves and I use a strength-based approach to help bring about the desired understanding and change they are seeking.
Bayview Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Whether you want to feel happier, more fulfilled in your relationships, experience greater work/life balance, successfully navigate life transitions such as having your first baby, parenting a teenager, or launching your children out of the nest, our team of expert counselors can help! We help children, teens, adults, couples, and families across their lifespan so that no matter what life throws your way, you can overcome it. We are skilled at helping people overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, grief/loss, addiction, anger, divorce, parenting struggles, relationship/family discord, and life transitions.
Whether you want to feel happier, more fulfilled in your relationships, experience greater work/life balance, successfully navigate life transitions such as having your first baby, parenting a teenager, or launching your children out of the nest, our team of expert counselors can help! We help children, teens, adults, couples, and families across their lifespan so that no matter what life throws your way, you can overcome it. We are skilled at helping people overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, grief/loss, addiction, anger, divorce, parenting struggles, relationship/family discord, and life transitions.
Jennifer Perez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
You want a healthy child, thriving in this world.
Children are faced with new challenges, some of which are unique to their generation. It can be a struggle to find the balance between parent and friend. It takes a while to work up the nerve to even have a conversation with your child, and then..they blow you off. Despite your best efforts, talking, good cop/bad cop, rewards, consequences, you just can't get through to them. The tension is getting thicker, arguing more often, and disciplining is just not working. Let's work together to help your child grow and learn through life's many challenges.
You want a healthy child, thriving in this world.
Children are faced with new challenges, some of which are unique to their generation. It can be a struggle to find the balance between parent and friend. It takes a while to work up the nerve to even have a conversation with your child, and then..they blow you off. Despite your best efforts, talking, good cop/bad cop, rewards, consequences, you just can't get through to them. The tension is getting thicker, arguing more often, and disciplining is just not working. Let's work together to help your child grow and learn through life's many challenges.
A Destiny with Courage
LMHC
Verified Verified
North Lauderdale, FL 33068
I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor who graduated from Nova Southeastern University, and has 6+ years of experience working with children and adults.
A Destiny with Courage strives to inspire individuals in building a positive outlook of self and help find their way. Clients are challenged to confront fears, troubles, and achieve milestones. Our goal is to create an empathetic and transparent relationship for therapy. Working together, we build clarity towards a finer destiny.
I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor who graduated from Nova Southeastern University, and has 6+ years of experience working with children and adults.
A Destiny with Courage strives to inspire individuals in building a positive outlook of self and help find their way. Clients are challenged to confront fears, troubles, and achieve milestones. Our goal is to create an empathetic and transparent relationship for therapy. Working together, we build clarity towards a finer destiny.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Davie, FL 33314
For over a decade I worked with children, families and individuals using evidenced based therapeutic models that use family systems to effect lasting behavioral changes.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapist in the state of Florida. I have 11 years of experience working with children, individuals and couples. I also work individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD and self-esteem issues. I am a trained systemic therapist who see individuals as part of a system. Your current issues may have a lot to do with your past. Trauma, stress and conflicts don't happen in a vacuum they happen within the framework of systems. Looking deeper at that system helps to understand context and patterns which is crucial in gaining insight.
For over a decade I worked with children, families and individuals using evidenced based therapeutic models that use family systems to effect lasting behavioral changes.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapist in the state of Florida. I have 11 years of experience working with children, individuals and couples. I also work individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD and self-esteem issues. I am a trained systemic therapist who see individuals as part of a system. Your current issues may have a lot to do with your past. Trauma, stress and conflicts don't happen in a vacuum they happen within the framework of systems. Looking deeper at that system helps to understand context and patterns which is crucial in gaining insight.
Christopher Gelinas
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC AS, ADC-C, GC-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
I am highly experienced working with children and adolescents dealing with issues including ADHD, depression, anxiety, grief, divorce, behavior problems, self esteem issues, and parenting support. With older adolescents and young adults, I've been helpful with issues including navigating social situations with peers, parents and teachers, dating and relationships, self esteem, as well as ADHD, depression, and anxiety.
I am highly experienced working with children and adolescents dealing with issues including ADHD, depression, anxiety, grief, divorce, behavior problems, self esteem issues, and parenting support. With older adolescents and young adults, I've been helpful with issues including navigating social situations with peers, parents and teachers, dating and relationships, self esteem, as well as ADHD, depression, and anxiety.
Dr. Natalie Giraldo Barrios
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Weston, FL 33326 (Online Only)
I am dedicated to working with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
Dr. Giraldo’s nurturing personality, patience, and innate ability to help you feel at ease allows you to open up about your struggles. She loves equipping parents with the tools necessary to effectively and lovingly communicate with their children. Dr. Giraldo believes the bond developed between therapist and client is essential for change and is based on respect and positive regard. She takes an engaging and collaborative approach with patients while providing a warm and nonjudgmental environment. She prides herself in establishing a supportive relationship focused on trust to help her clients grow and overcome current struggles.
I am dedicated to working with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
Dr. Giraldo’s nurturing personality, patience, and innate ability to help you feel at ease allows you to open up about your struggles. She loves equipping parents with the tools necessary to effectively and lovingly communicate with their children. Dr. Giraldo believes the bond developed between therapist and client is essential for change and is based on respect and positive regard. She takes an engaging and collaborative approach with patients while providing a warm and nonjudgmental environment. She prides herself in establishing a supportive relationship focused on trust to help her clients grow and overcome current struggles.
David Krasky
Psychologist, PsyS, MS
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Davie, FL 33330
My focus is on psychoeducational and psychological testing for children, teenagers and young adults who are having academic, emotional, social or behavioral difficulties. The first step in any assessment is establishing a strong relationship with the family and/or child to ensure valid and reliable results. Assessments are individualized for each client and consist of but are not limited to standardized tests, self-report, parent and teacher checklists, direct observations, formal and informal interviews and gathering of background information.
My focus is on psychoeducational and psychological testing for children, teenagers and young adults who are having academic, emotional, social or behavioral difficulties. The first step in any assessment is establishing a strong relationship with the family and/or child to ensure valid and reliable results. Assessments are individualized for each client and consist of but are not limited to standardized tests, self-report, parent and teacher checklists, direct observations, formal and informal interviews and gathering of background information.
Tiara Leavitt-Celestina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Weston, FL 33331
Tiara Leavitt-Celestina, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), received her Master’s degree in Social Work from Barry University in 2011. Mrs. Leavitt-Celestina has over a decade of experience working with outpatient for profit and non-profit community-based agencies. She has direct care experience working with individuals, families, and groups. Mrs. Leavitt-Celestina specializes in children, adults, trauma, substance abuse, mental health, and co-occurring disorders.
Tiara Leavitt-Celestina, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), received her Master’s degree in Social Work from Barry University in 2011. Mrs. Leavitt-Celestina has over a decade of experience working with outpatient for profit and non-profit community-based agencies. She has direct care experience working with individuals, families, and groups. Mrs. Leavitt-Celestina specializes in children, adults, trauma, substance abuse, mental health, and co-occurring disorders.
Brad Paley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QS
Verified Verified
Pompano Beach, FL 33060
ADOLESCENTS: Teenage years are challenging, and given my experience working with families, I know that sometimes it’s the parents that need to do some adjusting as well as their children. After directing treatment facilities for adolescents as well as Substance Abuse/Mental Health programs for adults, I have dedicated myself to helping others to overcome emotional/behavioral problems and the difficulty they often experience with coping with feelings. I focus on strengths, build self-esteem and improve coping skills.
ADOLESCENTS: Teenage years are challenging, and given my experience working with families, I know that sometimes it’s the parents that need to do some adjusting as well as their children. After directing treatment facilities for adolescents as well as Substance Abuse/Mental Health programs for adults, I have dedicated myself to helping others to overcome emotional/behavioral problems and the difficulty they often experience with coping with feelings. I focus on strengths, build self-esteem and improve coping skills.
Jeymarie Guerra
LMHC, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Davie, FL 33314
Hola! I'm glad you found me. I am here to support you as a whole. I enjoy working with children as young as 3-years-olds, pre-teens, and adolescents, and young adults to learn to self-regulate, and express themselves, gain courage and feel capable of mastering the world without hesitation. Every parent wants the best for their children and it can be heartbreaking when a child feels discouraged, uninspired, and unsure of themselves. I encourage parents and clients to actively participate in sessions, whether it's directly or non-directly, to get the best results.
Hola! I'm glad you found me. I am here to support you as a whole. I enjoy working with children as young as 3-years-olds, pre-teens, and adolescents, and young adults to learn to self-regulate, and express themselves, gain courage and feel capable of mastering the world without hesitation. Every parent wants the best for their children and it can be heartbreaking when a child feels discouraged, uninspired, and unsure of themselves. I encourage parents and clients to actively participate in sessions, whether it's directly or non-directly, to get the best results.
Danielle Glancz
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plantation, FL 33324 (Online Only)
Danielle, currently pursuing her Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Keiser University, embodies the spirit of empathy in her approach to therapy. Inspired by Alfred Adler's words, “empathy is seeing with the eyes of another, listening with the ears of another and feeling with the heart of another,” Danielle is deeply committed to understanding and resonating with the experiences of her clients. Danielle has gained valuable experience working with families, children, adolescents, and specializing in addiction treatment.
Danielle, currently pursuing her Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Keiser University, embodies the spirit of empathy in her approach to therapy. Inspired by Alfred Adler's words, “empathy is seeing with the eyes of another, listening with the ears of another and feeling with the heart of another,” Danielle is deeply committed to understanding and resonating with the experiences of her clients. Danielle has gained valuable experience working with families, children, adolescents, and specializing in addiction treatment.
Melanie Darling
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hollywood, FL 33020 (Online Only)
I have 10+ years of Clinical Mental Health experience working with children & teens ranging from ages 2-17yrs old, couples, and families.
“You deserve to live a life of abundance filled with happiness, peace, & joy” We are living in incredibly challenging and uncertain times, and it is okay not to feel okay. The good news is that there is hope on the other side. If you or someone you may know are struggling with anxious feelings, relationship issues, marital/family conflict, child/teen issues, and pending divorce/co-parenting issues. I am here to help you.
I have 10+ years of Clinical Mental Health experience working with children & teens ranging from ages 2-17yrs old, couples, and families.
“You deserve to live a life of abundance filled with happiness, peace, & joy” We are living in incredibly challenging and uncertain times, and it is okay not to feel okay. The good news is that there is hope on the other side. If you or someone you may know are struggling with anxious feelings, relationship issues, marital/family conflict, child/teen issues, and pending divorce/co-parenting issues. I am here to help you.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Broward County 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 Broward County 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Broward County 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.