Child Therapists in Hagerstown, MD

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Lisa Hughes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21742
'Courage does not always roar. Sometimes, courage is that quiet voice at the end of the day saying, 'I will try again tomorrow.' Dealing with life's challenges requires a great amount of strength and courage. Whether for you or your child, sometimes the most courageous act of all is asking for someone to help you during the difficult times. My hope is to be this person for you as your therapist. Collaborating together in a non-judgmental environment, I will work to provide you with the support, empathy, and tools needed to take those first steps towards change.
'Courage does not always roar. Sometimes, courage is that quiet voice at the end of the day saying, 'I will try again tomorrow.' Dealing with life's challenges requires a great amount of strength and courage. Whether for you or your child, sometimes the most courageous act of all is asking for someone to help you during the difficult times. My hope is to be this person for you as your therapist. Collaborating together in a non-judgmental environment, I will work to provide you with the support, empathy, and tools needed to take those first steps towards change.
(301) 710-6586 View (301) 710-6586
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KTS Mental Health Group, Inc.
Counselor, MS, LCPC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hagerstown, MD 21740
This is especially effective with children.
Thank you for considering services through KTS Mental Health Group, Inc. Our passion and breadth of experience is in treating families, couples, adolescence, and children. At KTS, we believe the therapeutic relationship between the clients, their families and the therapist is paramount for achieving positive, long lasting results. We will try, to the best of our abilities and while abiding by the Code of Ethics, to meet the needs of clients and to ensure that services will render clients emotionally and mentally strong. We will also help clients with creating tools and coping skills for managing life's challenges.
This is especially effective with children.
Thank you for considering services through KTS Mental Health Group, Inc. Our passion and breadth of experience is in treating families, couples, adolescence, and children. At KTS, we believe the therapeutic relationship between the clients, their families and the therapist is paramount for achieving positive, long lasting results. We will try, to the best of our abilities and while abiding by the Code of Ethics, to meet the needs of clients and to ensure that services will render clients emotionally and mentally strong. We will also help clients with creating tools and coping skills for managing life's challenges.
(443) 280-6586 View (443) 280-6586
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Willow Tree Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21742
We provide child/play therapy, individual and family counseling, parent coaching, marital/couples counseling, and psychological assessments.
We have immediate openings! Welcome to Willow Tree Counseling Center's profile. Willow Tree Counseling Center specializes in assisting young children (3 years and up), teens, young adults and families with the stressors of life. Common things we hear often are "Why is it so hard to get my child to listen?"; "My teen just stays in her room all day"; "We have no peace in our home"; and "We just don't know what to do anymore." If this sounds familiar, we can help.
We provide child/play therapy, individual and family counseling, parent coaching, marital/couples counseling, and psychological assessments.
We have immediate openings! Welcome to Willow Tree Counseling Center's profile. Willow Tree Counseling Center specializes in assisting young children (3 years and up), teens, young adults and families with the stressors of life. Common things we hear often are "Why is it so hard to get my child to listen?"; "My teen just stays in her room all day"; "We have no peace in our home"; and "We just don't know what to do anymore." If this sounds familiar, we can help.
(240) 376-4208 View (240) 376-4208
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Michelle Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hagerstown, MD 21740
I have a strong passion for working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I work to restore balance to my clients; helping them use their strengths to move forward, providing support and guidance, and finding clarity in obstacles they face in life. Additionally, I work with parents who are struggling to understand their child’s challenging behavior. I use the Nurtured Heart Approach to strengthen the parent-child relationship for the promotion of healing, forward momentum, and relationship growth.
I have a strong passion for working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I work to restore balance to my clients; helping them use their strengths to move forward, providing support and guidance, and finding clarity in obstacles they face in life. Additionally, I work with parents who are struggling to understand their child’s challenging behavior. I use the Nurtured Heart Approach to strengthen the parent-child relationship for the promotion of healing, forward momentum, and relationship growth.
(681) 433-8509 View (681) 433-8509
Rhonda R Bradley-Shabazz
Licensed Professional Counselor, DSW, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740
My career has been connected to the child welfare system as either social worker or therapist. My specialties have evolved from that experience to include, trauma recovery, child therapy, and familial relationships. My own personal loss and journey through widowhood, shaped my interest in grief and loss.
My career has been connected to the child welfare system as either social worker or therapist. My specialties have evolved from that experience to include, trauma recovery, child therapy, and familial relationships. My own personal loss and journey through widowhood, shaped my interest in grief and loss.
(240) 616-4612 View (240) 616-4612
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Shire Counseling and Coaching, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hagerstown, MD 21740
We are a small group practice of mental health professionals with diverse backgrounds and specialties serving children, adolescents, adults and seniors.
It is our passion that we take insurances to ensure that all have access to Mental Health Care. We are currently accepting clients with Aetna, United Health Care, Maryland State Insurance (Optum) and in addition we do offer self pay at reasonable rates. Our practice sees children 10 and older, virtually to anyone in the state of Maryland and we also have a physical location in Hagerstown, Maryland (Washington County) to see clients in person. In addition, we have evening and weekends available via telehealth so that access to care doesn't add an additional barriers to your schedule.
We are a small group practice of mental health professionals with diverse backgrounds and specialties serving children, adolescents, adults and seniors.
It is our passion that we take insurances to ensure that all have access to Mental Health Care. We are currently accepting clients with Aetna, United Health Care, Maryland State Insurance (Optum) and in addition we do offer self pay at reasonable rates. Our practice sees children 10 and older, virtually to anyone in the state of Maryland and we also have a physical location in Hagerstown, Maryland (Washington County) to see clients in person. In addition, we have evening and weekends available via telehealth so that access to care doesn't add an additional barriers to your schedule.
(240) 641-0710 View (240) 641-0710
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Dr. Ashley Lawal
PhD, BCBA, LBA, IBA
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740
As a parent or caregiver, you advocate for your child navigating developmental differences like autism. You seek a nurturing environment where neurodiversity is celebrated and your child's unique qualities are honored. You value compassion, empathy, inclusivity, and tailored interventions that empower your child to flourish authentically.
As a parent or caregiver, you advocate for your child navigating developmental differences like autism. You seek a nurturing environment where neurodiversity is celebrated and your child's unique qualities are honored. You value compassion, empathy, inclusivity, and tailored interventions that empower your child to flourish authentically.
(240) 698-3724 View (240) 698-3724
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Michael Thoerig
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Facing personal or family struggles is often difficult; making the decision to seek help can be even more so. I view the therapeutic process as a joint endeavor between the therapist and the individual or family involved. While the techniques and strategies employed in session are important, an individual's motivation and willingness to work are critical. When appropriate, this process can include an individual's family or specific family members. I often seek caregiver participation when working with children and adolescents. Parents and loved ones can be a powerful tool in eliciting growth and development.
Facing personal or family struggles is often difficult; making the decision to seek help can be even more so. I view the therapeutic process as a joint endeavor between the therapist and the individual or family involved. While the techniques and strategies employed in session are important, an individual's motivation and willingness to work are critical. When appropriate, this process can include an individual's family or specific family members. I often seek caregiver participation when working with children and adolescents. Parents and loved ones can be a powerful tool in eliciting growth and development.
(301) 363-2731 View (301) 363-2731
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HughesCounselingService
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740  (Online Only)
Greetings, I am Ms. Hughes and if you are seeking a therapist to journey along side you as you evolve into an authentic version of yourself, please contact me, I am willing. The following summary describes my experiences to assist you with achieving the above stated endeavor. I am a License Clinical Professional Counselor and a Certified Trauma Professional. I have over fifteen years of work helping individuals manage depression, anxiety, regulation of emotions, impulsive behaviors and processing traumatic events. I am a seasoned therapist in the helping profession and have helped children, families and couples.
Greetings, I am Ms. Hughes and if you are seeking a therapist to journey along side you as you evolve into an authentic version of yourself, please contact me, I am willing. The following summary describes my experiences to assist you with achieving the above stated endeavor. I am a License Clinical Professional Counselor and a Certified Trauma Professional. I have over fifteen years of work helping individuals manage depression, anxiety, regulation of emotions, impulsive behaviors and processing traumatic events. I am a seasoned therapist in the helping profession and have helped children, families and couples.
(240) 770-0009 View (240) 770-0009
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Ikenna Gray Lughna
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740  (Online Only)
I help by giving you (or your child) a space where you can learn to accept all parts of you (them).
Society is confusing. You're neurodivergent and/or queer trying to figure out how to exist while a part of a world that pushes for "one size fits all." You're torn between wanting to "get it right" and rejecting the rigid boxes dominant culture wants you in. People's reactions make you question if you did the right thing when placing boundaries or making a request. Or... You're a parent trying to determine what's best for your child. They have big feelings and behaviors. Where do you start? You've learned from "experts" which emotions are correct at certain times which doesn't sit quite right when helping your kid.
I help by giving you (or your child) a space where you can learn to accept all parts of you (them).
Society is confusing. You're neurodivergent and/or queer trying to figure out how to exist while a part of a world that pushes for "one size fits all." You're torn between wanting to "get it right" and rejecting the rigid boxes dominant culture wants you in. People's reactions make you question if you did the right thing when placing boundaries or making a request. Or... You're a parent trying to determine what's best for your child. They have big feelings and behaviors. Where do you start? You've learned from "experts" which emotions are correct at certain times which doesn't sit quite right when helping your kid.
(240) 759-2008 View (240) 759-2008
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Kathy A Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Kathy Jones earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from West Virginia University. She has over 20 years experience working with children and families as a social worker. Kathy has worked in a variety of therapeutic settings: outpatient, inpatient, and residential treatment, as well as a working with clients ranging from children, adolescents, and adults. She generally treats clients who are seeking to address trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, behavioral issues, life transitions, and/or everyday life challenges.
Kathy Jones earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from West Virginia University. She has over 20 years experience working with children and families as a social worker. Kathy has worked in a variety of therapeutic settings: outpatient, inpatient, and residential treatment, as well as a working with clients ranging from children, adolescents, and adults. She generally treats clients who are seeking to address trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, behavioral issues, life transitions, and/or everyday life challenges.
(681) 539-5292 View (681) 539-5292
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MacKenzie Colgan
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hagerstown, MD 21740
I work with children, adolescents, and adults utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness and person-centered therapeutic approaches. I often see clients on the autism spectrum or who identify as neurodiverse. I also work with clients who have ADHD and can provide both mental health therapy and executive function coaching.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness and person-centered therapeutic approaches. I often see clients on the autism spectrum or who identify as neurodiverse. I also work with clients who have ADHD and can provide both mental health therapy and executive function coaching.
(240) 712-5479 View (240) 712-5479
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A Brighter Tomorrow Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740
As the Clinical Director at A Brighter Tomorrow Counseling, I desire to help individuals and families discover solutions for the challenges they face. Whether dealing with relationship problems, depression, anxiety or other mental health issues, your treatment will be individualized to help you work toward restoration of mental health, improved relationships and spiritual growth. Our therapists operate from a Christian perspective, and serve people of all faiths and denominations. We always honor the personal beliefs of every client and all clients choose IF and how they would like to incorporate their personal faith in their treatment.
As the Clinical Director at A Brighter Tomorrow Counseling, I desire to help individuals and families discover solutions for the challenges they face. Whether dealing with relationship problems, depression, anxiety or other mental health issues, your treatment will be individualized to help you work toward restoration of mental health, improved relationships and spiritual growth. Our therapists operate from a Christian perspective, and serve people of all faiths and denominations. We always honor the personal beliefs of every client and all clients choose IF and how they would like to incorporate their personal faith in their treatment.
(304) 807-9172 View (304) 807-9172
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Alison J. Bomba, Psy.D., LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Hagerstown, MD 21742
Waitlist for new clients
A licensed psychologist, I provide grief therapy as well as exposure-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Ages served: 3-25. Services are provided both in-office and via telehealth.
A licensed psychologist, I provide grief therapy as well as exposure-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Ages served: 3-25. Services are provided both in-office and via telehealth.
(301) 281-6159 View (301) 281-6159
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Melissa Clawson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Ideally, I try to create a comfortable environment so that the client can feel a connection. I realize that one of the hardest things to do as a person, is to admit that you need to talk a problem through with someone outside of your circle of family and friends. When meeting with the client, I try to distinguish where they are and go above and beyond to make the therapeutic process a success.
Ideally, I try to create a comfortable environment so that the client can feel a connection. I realize that one of the hardest things to do as a person, is to admit that you need to talk a problem through with someone outside of your circle of family and friends. When meeting with the client, I try to distinguish where they are and go above and beyond to make the therapeutic process a success.
(678) 922-0514 View (678) 922-0514
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Dr. Dianne Kleckner
Pastoral Counselor, Doctora
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Hello from Bridge of Life Counseling. Our main focus is working with those who are surviving yet suffering with trauma. Being a survivor means you've lived through the tragedy and abuse but now dealing with life can be distorted and hard. Dr. Kleckner has worked 18 years helping people with C/PTSD, Dissociative Disorders and Generalized Anxiety. Perhaps a day such as this is your time to call. Professional, experienced and caring, Dr. Kleckner can help you. There is Hope for your Future. References are available.
Hello from Bridge of Life Counseling. Our main focus is working with those who are surviving yet suffering with trauma. Being a survivor means you've lived through the tragedy and abuse but now dealing with life can be distorted and hard. Dr. Kleckner has worked 18 years helping people with C/PTSD, Dissociative Disorders and Generalized Anxiety. Perhaps a day such as this is your time to call. Professional, experienced and caring, Dr. Kleckner can help you. There is Hope for your Future. References are available.
(301) 710-0764 View (301) 710-0764
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Kimberly Rowe
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, EAS-C, CBT-I
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Please visit my website at krowecounseling.com to read about my practice. You can also find me on ZocDoc and schedule an appointment online through that site.
Please visit my website at krowecounseling.com to read about my practice. You can also find me on ZocDoc and schedule an appointment online through that site.
(240) 257-7537 View (240) 257-7537
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Connections Health Center LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAC, LCPC, C-DBT, CSOTP
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740
I enjoy working with clients where they are and helping them to work through the difficult situations they are experiencing. Each person has their own unique gifts and strengths that they can learn to depend on. The transition through life can be a very difficult time for both the patient and their family. My goals when working with patients are to help them increase their communication, teach them to embrace differences, help them accept themselves and empower them to tell their own story to find out who they want to be. I have worked with a vast variety of patients from residential, acute, crisis, PHP and IOP services.
I enjoy working with clients where they are and helping them to work through the difficult situations they are experiencing. Each person has their own unique gifts and strengths that they can learn to depend on. The transition through life can be a very difficult time for both the patient and their family. My goals when working with patients are to help them increase their communication, teach them to embrace differences, help them accept themselves and empower them to tell their own story to find out who they want to be. I have worked with a vast variety of patients from residential, acute, crisis, PHP and IOP services.
(571) 378-3979 View (571) 378-3979
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Innovative Therapeutic Services, Corp.
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC-S, LCSW-C, LGPC, LMSW
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740
As therapists, we understand how hard it is when you're worried about your family, providing the daily necessities, and trying to take care of yourself. Life can be overwhelming to say the least and sometimes we all just need a place to let go of those feelings with no judgment. The therapists of Innovative Therapeutic Services, provide a warm environment where clients are able to express themselves knowing that what they are saying is being held in the deepest confidence. We take the journey with our clients to help them find a path of understanding.
As therapists, we understand how hard it is when you're worried about your family, providing the daily necessities, and trying to take care of yourself. Life can be overwhelming to say the least and sometimes we all just need a place to let go of those feelings with no judgment. The therapists of Innovative Therapeutic Services, provide a warm environment where clients are able to express themselves knowing that what they are saying is being held in the deepest confidence. We take the journey with our clients to help them find a path of understanding.
(301) 393-3949 x01 View (301) 393-3949 x01
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Accepting New Clients! Contact Us to Schedule!
Counselor, #1, MD, 5, Star, Rating
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740  (Online Only)
Are you going through a stage in your life where you feel lost, confused, or conflicted? Is your mental health making you feel like you’re disconnected with your peers, friends, co-worker’s, or even with yourself? Are you feeling a lack of motivation, or understanding of your true purpose? Do you struggle with functioning socially, mentally or emotionally? With my specialization in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, I frequently work with my clients on improving their mental health by helping them to develop coping mechanisms to overcome any current mental health struggle
Are you going through a stage in your life where you feel lost, confused, or conflicted? Is your mental health making you feel like you’re disconnected with your peers, friends, co-worker’s, or even with yourself? Are you feeling a lack of motivation, or understanding of your true purpose? Do you struggle with functioning socially, mentally or emotionally? With my specialization in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, I frequently work with my clients on improving their mental health by helping them to develop coping mechanisms to overcome any current mental health struggle
(301) 918-5583 View (301) 918-5583
Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Hagerstown, 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 Hagerstown 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.