Child Therapists in Cary, NC
Sara Salter
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27513
Believing that children are born with great potential, I have a passion for working with children, adolescents, and their families. When approaching therapy, I understand the importance of fostering a trusting and collaborative relationship in which clients can feel safe to explore their thoughts, feelings, and life challenges. In order to help you achieve your goals, I adhere to a positive, strength-based, and solution-focused approach that is highly collaborative and individualized. My services are provided in a professional and respectful manner, while maintaining the utmost confidentiality.
Believing that children are born with great potential, I have a passion for working with children, adolescents, and their families. When approaching therapy, I understand the importance of fostering a trusting and collaborative relationship in which clients can feel safe to explore their thoughts, feelings, and life challenges. In order to help you achieve your goals, I adhere to a positive, strength-based, and solution-focused approach that is highly collaborative and individualized. My services are provided in a professional and respectful manner, while maintaining the utmost confidentiality.
Kristin A Krippa
Psychological Associate, MA, LPA, HSP-PA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27518
Accepting new clients. Are you a parent with a child whose behavior is out of control? Is your tween or teen suffering from depression, anxiety, or irritable moods? Are you worried about their self-harm thoughts and behaviors? Are your problems more than you can manage on your own? Do you feel like you have tried everything and nothing has worked? Has your child or teen been resistant to therapy in the past? Are arguments and disagreements a daily occurrence? Does it feel like something needs to give before you give out? Would you like more enjoyment out of your life? You deserve happiness; Live a life worth living!
Accepting new clients. Are you a parent with a child whose behavior is out of control? Is your tween or teen suffering from depression, anxiety, or irritable moods? Are you worried about their self-harm thoughts and behaviors? Are your problems more than you can manage on your own? Do you feel like you have tried everything and nothing has worked? Has your child or teen been resistant to therapy in the past? Are arguments and disagreements a daily occurrence? Does it feel like something needs to give before you give out? Would you like more enjoyment out of your life? You deserve happiness; Live a life worth living!
Lucy Daniels Center
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27513
The Lucy Daniels Center is a 501c3 nonprofit that was founded in 1989 to provide mental health services to children and families in the Triangle. We believe that the earlier a child’s challenges are addressed, the better the chance to help that child develop emotionally, socially, and academically. Our mission is to help children live emotionally healthy lives through in-depth evaluation and treatment, family involvement, and education. Our vision is for a community in which all children feel safe, valued, respected, and supported. Have a look at our clinicians in the gallery photos below!
The Lucy Daniels Center is a 501c3 nonprofit that was founded in 1989 to provide mental health services to children and families in the Triangle. We believe that the earlier a child’s challenges are addressed, the better the chance to help that child develop emotionally, socially, and academically. Our mission is to help children live emotionally healthy lives through in-depth evaluation and treatment, family involvement, and education. Our vision is for a community in which all children feel safe, valued, respected, and supported. Have a look at our clinicians in the gallery photos below!
Priya Sheth, LCMHC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC, PLLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27511
I specialize in working with young children up to college age students in an individual and family setting.
Choosing to get help with life's difficulties is not always an easy decision to make. Congratulations in taking this first step, and thank you for considering me as a resource in helping you to successfully overcome the challenges you are currently facing.
I specialize in working with young children up to college age students in an individual and family setting.
Choosing to get help with life's difficulties is not always an easy decision to make. Congratulations in taking this first step, and thank you for considering me as a resource in helping you to successfully overcome the challenges you are currently facing.
Kymmalett Ross
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27513
I specialize in children, teenagers, adults, couples, family therapy, trauma, abuse, behavior problems, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, social skills, forensic assessment, court ordered evaluations and therapy, psychological testing, psychoeducational testing, and psychological assessments .
I live by the motto “I can and I will watch me” and I apply this mindset when working with clients to be their best selves. I enjoy providing treatment to children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families and strive to build an effective therapeutic relationship that develops life-long skills enhancing an individual's strengths to adjust to life in today's society. My approach is to provide a safe space and help others achieve fulfillment and happiness through believing that regardless of what life has thrown their way, they can persevere through it.
I specialize in children, teenagers, adults, couples, family therapy, trauma, abuse, behavior problems, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, social skills, forensic assessment, court ordered evaluations and therapy, psychological testing, psychoeducational testing, and psychological assessments .
I live by the motto “I can and I will watch me” and I apply this mindset when working with clients to be their best selves. I enjoy providing treatment to children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families and strive to build an effective therapeutic relationship that develops life-long skills enhancing an individual's strengths to adjust to life in today's society. My approach is to provide a safe space and help others achieve fulfillment and happiness through believing that regardless of what life has thrown their way, they can persevere through it.
Brigitte Zylaroch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27518
I specialize in working with children, teens, and their families.
Life does not come with an instruction manual (I know, it’s the worst!). But that doesn’t mean you have to give up hope. Sometimes a safe space and a listening ear is all you need to create your own manual. You are unique and so are your challenges. I am here to provide a warm, compassionate, playful, non-judgmental, safe space and empower you to join me in working through those challenges. I believe that therapy should be all-embracing, genuine and rooted in the therapeutic relationship.
I specialize in working with children, teens, and their families.
Life does not come with an instruction manual (I know, it’s the worst!). But that doesn’t mean you have to give up hope. Sometimes a safe space and a listening ear is all you need to create your own manual. You are unique and so are your challenges. I am here to provide a warm, compassionate, playful, non-judgmental, safe space and empower you to join me in working through those challenges. I believe that therapy should be all-embracing, genuine and rooted in the therapeutic relationship.
Nadiya Miraki
Counselor, LCMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27519
Hi, I'm Nadiya! Growing up is a time of wonder and challenges. Sometimes these challenges need a little help from a child therapist. I approach therapy for young people as an opportunity for them to grow from the challenges of life, develop a stronger sense of self, and feel more secure and connected to themselves and the world around them. Through therapy, they can develop a toolbox within themselves, an anchor, to always come back to as they continue to grow and successfully take on challenges. I hope through their time in therapy, they honor their capacity and strengths.
Hi, I'm Nadiya! Growing up is a time of wonder and challenges. Sometimes these challenges need a little help from a child therapist. I approach therapy for young people as an opportunity for them to grow from the challenges of life, develop a stronger sense of self, and feel more secure and connected to themselves and the world around them. Through therapy, they can develop a toolbox within themselves, an anchor, to always come back to as they continue to grow and successfully take on challenges. I hope through their time in therapy, they honor their capacity and strengths.
Alexis Gunipero Bunt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27518
I am honored you are here and I am hopeful that together, we can collaboratively begin a journey in which we help you to find a sense of balance, validation and empowerment. I am an LCSW with over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, families and couples struggling with a vast range of concerns. In my experience, presenting issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, social concerns, difficult family dynamics & significant life transitions can impact individuals in all spheres of life.
I am honored you are here and I am hopeful that together, we can collaboratively begin a journey in which we help you to find a sense of balance, validation and empowerment. I am an LCSW with over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, families and couples struggling with a vast range of concerns. In my experience, presenting issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, social concerns, difficult family dynamics & significant life transitions can impact individuals in all spheres of life.
Marcia Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27518
If you are exhausted and overwhelmed in your role as a parent, drained from the struggles of challenging child behavior, feeling anxious and second guessing your parenting approach, or simply want to get a handle on some current challenges before they turn into bigger issues, parent-child therapy can help. It is not uncommon to get to a point where you have tried so many different approaches, techniques, and books, that you aren't even sure what is working and what isn't anymore. Together we can focus on fundamental pieces that lead to real, lasting positive change for your child and your family.
If you are exhausted and overwhelmed in your role as a parent, drained from the struggles of challenging child behavior, feeling anxious and second guessing your parenting approach, or simply want to get a handle on some current challenges before they turn into bigger issues, parent-child therapy can help. It is not uncommon to get to a point where you have tried so many different approaches, techniques, and books, that you aren't even sure what is working and what isn't anymore. Together we can focus on fundamental pieces that lead to real, lasting positive change for your child and your family.
Spencer D Grinnell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27513
Waitlist for new clients
Teenagers and even children are more and more dealing with environmental pressure that results in them feeling overwhelmed, stressed and anxious and can often lead to depression among a host of concerns. Parents can be their child's biggest strength through these tough years and is why I am dedicated to strengthening the parent and child relationship to enable children and teens to be successful in dealing with these common issues.
Teenagers and even children are more and more dealing with environmental pressure that results in them feeling overwhelmed, stressed and anxious and can often lead to depression among a host of concerns. Parents can be their child's biggest strength through these tough years and is why I am dedicated to strengthening the parent and child relationship to enable children and teens to be successful in dealing with these common issues.
Emily Thompson
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27513
I work primarily with young children to college-aged individuals and my areas of expertise include: anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, social skills, behavior issues, trauma, self-harm and suicidality, autism, intellectual disabilities, and siblings of ASD/IDD.
I am a neurodiversity affirmative therapist and create a safe, accepting, non-judgmental environment where you can freely unmask and be your authentic self. I collaborate with you to identify and utilize your strengths and empower you to use those strengths to overcome difficult situations, successfully navigate relationships, and enhance positive coping skills to promote resiliency.
I work primarily with young children to college-aged individuals and my areas of expertise include: anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, social skills, behavior issues, trauma, self-harm and suicidality, autism, intellectual disabilities, and siblings of ASD/IDD.
I am a neurodiversity affirmative therapist and create a safe, accepting, non-judgmental environment where you can freely unmask and be your authentic self. I collaborate with you to identify and utilize your strengths and empower you to use those strengths to overcome difficult situations, successfully navigate relationships, and enhance positive coping skills to promote resiliency.
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Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27513
I have a passion for working with children and adolescents and their families. My commitment is to work with families and provide a road map that will help you make life changes through difficult times. I believe that every child and family wants to succeed. I believe in the inherent strength and resiliency within every child and adolescent. Parents and children respond well to my positive and solution- focused approach. My approach to therapy is professional and confidential, but highly individualized and collaborative. I form a team with parents and children by being an active participant in achieving your goals.
I have a passion for working with children and adolescents and their families. My commitment is to work with families and provide a road map that will help you make life changes through difficult times. I believe that every child and family wants to succeed. I believe in the inherent strength and resiliency within every child and adolescent. Parents and children respond well to my positive and solution- focused approach. My approach to therapy is professional and confidential, but highly individualized and collaborative. I form a team with parents and children by being an active participant in achieving your goals.
Edla Prevette
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27518
My primary focus is to help children, parents and adults reframe, rethink, then refresh their views, opinions, and actions. I enjoy taking research based theories and sharing the information in a pragmatic way. I believe my authentic and genuine interest in helping others is what enables my clients to "flip" their thinking and actions for positive change. With children I use various play and cognitive behavior therapies to help in navigating the academic, emotional and social stress they are faced with in today's digital world. Additionally, I work with parents to offer effective ways to parent their children for optimal success.
My primary focus is to help children, parents and adults reframe, rethink, then refresh their views, opinions, and actions. I enjoy taking research based theories and sharing the information in a pragmatic way. I believe my authentic and genuine interest in helping others is what enables my clients to "flip" their thinking and actions for positive change. With children I use various play and cognitive behavior therapies to help in navigating the academic, emotional and social stress they are faced with in today's digital world. Additionally, I work with parents to offer effective ways to parent their children for optimal success.
Deborah Howell
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27513
CHILD-TEEN - Are you concerned about your child? Are they anxious? angry? irritable? Or maybe you would just like to give your child some additional skills as they progress through their current developmental stage. Allow us to come alongside you. Give your child the gift of learning coping skills that will not only help them now but that they can take into their adult life. Children and teens are part of a larger family system so you are an integral part of treatment. Our goal is to strengthen the relationship between you and your child.
CHILD-TEEN - Are you concerned about your child? Are they anxious? angry? irritable? Or maybe you would just like to give your child some additional skills as they progress through their current developmental stage. Allow us to come alongside you. Give your child the gift of learning coping skills that will not only help them now but that they can take into their adult life. Children and teens are part of a larger family system so you are an integral part of treatment. Our goal is to strengthen the relationship between you and your child.
Emone Black
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27511
Helping your child or teen navigate their emotions and behaviors can be a big challenge. It can lead to everyone feeling frustrated with each other and unsure of how to continue. As an adult, life will feel like a rollercoaster and you are not sure what to expect or how to prepare for it. My mission is to help adults explore their past and present to help their future. I provide early intervention to children and teens to help them be successful in managing their behaviors and emotions. I also support you, the guardian, with tools to help them be successful.
Helping your child or teen navigate their emotions and behaviors can be a big challenge. It can lead to everyone feeling frustrated with each other and unsure of how to continue. As an adult, life will feel like a rollercoaster and you are not sure what to expect or how to prepare for it. My mission is to help adults explore their past and present to help their future. I provide early intervention to children and teens to help them be successful in managing their behaviors and emotions. I also support you, the guardian, with tools to help them be successful.
Kristin Krippa
Psychological Associate, MA, LPA, HSP-PA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27518
Are you a parent with a child whose behavior is out of control? Are your problems more than you can manage on your own? Do you feel like you have tried everything and nothing has worked? Has your child or teen been resistant to therapy in the past? Are arguments and disagreements a daily occurrence? Is school making you miserable? Does it feel like something needs to give before you give out? Would you like more enjoyment out of your life? You deserve happiness; I can help you and/or your child find it.
Are you a parent with a child whose behavior is out of control? Are your problems more than you can manage on your own? Do you feel like you have tried everything and nothing has worked? Has your child or teen been resistant to therapy in the past? Are arguments and disagreements a daily occurrence? Is school making you miserable? Does it feel like something needs to give before you give out? Would you like more enjoyment out of your life? You deserve happiness; I can help you and/or your child find it.
Allison Little
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27513
I provide individual therapy services to children, adolescents, and young adults, as well as parent coaching.
I provide assessment and therapy services in order to better understand the unique needs of my clients and help them achieve their goals in a collaborative and supportive environment. My approach to therapy is individualized, focusing on the unique strengths and challenges of each client. I have experience treating a variety of emotional and behavioral difficulties including anxiety, depression, self-harm, emotional dysregulation, ADHD, defiance, and anger issues. I also have experience working with parents to improve communication skills, use more effective discipline techniques, and develop helpful behavior management practices.
I provide individual therapy services to children, adolescents, and young adults, as well as parent coaching.
I provide assessment and therapy services in order to better understand the unique needs of my clients and help them achieve their goals in a collaborative and supportive environment. My approach to therapy is individualized, focusing on the unique strengths and challenges of each client. I have experience treating a variety of emotional and behavioral difficulties including anxiety, depression, self-harm, emotional dysregulation, ADHD, defiance, and anger issues. I also have experience working with parents to improve communication skills, use more effective discipline techniques, and develop helpful behavior management practices.
Willow Creek Counseling Associates
Counselor, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27518
Our expert clinicians specialize in child-centered play therapy for our young clients.
We specialize in providing counseling for children and teens grappling with issues like anxiety, depression, or behavioral challenges. We offer a warm and inviting space where your child can feel understood, valued, and supported. Our goal is to empower children and teens to navigate life's hurdles with confidence and resilience. Through personalized therapy tailored to their unique needs, we aim to help them uncover their inner strengths, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and build a positive outlook on life. We also provide additional counseling for adults and marital counseling.
Our expert clinicians specialize in child-centered play therapy for our young clients.
We specialize in providing counseling for children and teens grappling with issues like anxiety, depression, or behavioral challenges. We offer a warm and inviting space where your child can feel understood, valued, and supported. Our goal is to empower children and teens to navigate life's hurdles with confidence and resilience. Through personalized therapy tailored to their unique needs, we aim to help them uncover their inner strengths, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and build a positive outlook on life. We also provide additional counseling for adults and marital counseling.
Willow Creek Counseling Assoc, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27518
At our child and family counseling practice, we're dedicated to helping your family thrive.
We provide comprehensive counseling services for individuals of all ages, from children and teens to adults, as well as specialized marriage and family therapy. Our diverse clients, both individuals and families, seek compassionate, holistic counseling for issues like academics, emotions, stress, and relationships. They desire an empathetic, supportive environment to foster positive change, better relationships, and emotional well-being. Valuing our expert providers and evidence-based therapies, they seek self-discovery and a fulfilling life in a warm, understanding space, making us their choice for top-notch care.
At our child and family counseling practice, we're dedicated to helping your family thrive.
We provide comprehensive counseling services for individuals of all ages, from children and teens to adults, as well as specialized marriage and family therapy. Our diverse clients, both individuals and families, seek compassionate, holistic counseling for issues like academics, emotions, stress, and relationships. They desire an empathetic, supportive environment to foster positive change, better relationships, and emotional well-being. Valuing our expert providers and evidence-based therapies, they seek self-discovery and a fulfilling life in a warm, understanding space, making us their choice for top-notch care.
Karyn A Louritt
Counselor, MS, LCMHC-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27519
Being a parent is hard. Being a kid is hard. I can help navigate the hard! If your child is struggling with big emotions, difficult behavior, trauma or ongoing stress, play therapy may be a good fit for your family. Your child will receive play therapy and caregivers will be provided with necessary support.
Being a parent is hard. Being a kid is hard. I can help navigate the hard! If your child is struggling with big emotions, difficult behavior, trauma or ongoing stress, play therapy may be a good fit for your family. Your child will receive play therapy and caregivers will be provided with necessary support.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Cary, NC 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 Cary 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 Cary 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.