Child therapists in Islamorada, Florida FL
Child or Adolescent Issues
Alan Jacobson, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist, Nationally Registered Health Service Provider
I help adolescents navigate the stresses and challenges and learn about their strengths and potential. I use a positive psychology and cognitive-behavioral approach, all within a respectful and powerful client-centered therapy environment. Subspecialties include sports psychology, college admission counseling, and academic performance psychology.
23 Years Experience
Child or Adolescent Issues
Ailyn Payan, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in treating children and adolescents with a wide variety of issues. These include depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, anger, inattention, impulsivity, isolation, poor social skills, etc. In addition,
I focus on improving the parent-child relationship at any stage in the child's life (infancy through young adulthood).
14 Years Experience
Child or Adolescent Issues
Kaji Martinez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, CMHS, LMHC
I am also a Child Mental Health Specialist and work with adolescents often. Challenges include Depression, high functioning anxiety, and family and social challenges .
22 Years Experience
Child or Adolescent Issues
Strides in Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PSY.D.
Usually, when people think about psychotherapy, they imagine sitting on a couch in an office talking to a therapist about their problems. This style of therapy works just fine for many adults and adolescents. However, most younger children express themselves better through play than through words—for them, play is a primary method of communication. Even very bright and highly verbal children may find it difficult to talk about situations when strong feelings are involved. This is why they might shrug their shoulders, refuse to answer or say “I don’t know” when asked what is wrong. They might also “act out” or try to communicate to you through their behavior rather than through words, and sometimes these behaviors can get them into trouble at home or at school or be misunderstood by those around them. In addition, children often find it hard to sit still and talk for 45 minutes in a row, and they enjoy coming to therapy much more when play is a part of the equation.
23 Years Experience
Child or Adolescent Issues
Michaela Decker
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT
It can feel overwhelming when your child is experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, or peer/family conflict. You have started to look for help in behavioral health which has been a whirlwind of confusion. This is frustrating, & all you want is to help your teen. As a family therapist with over 10 years experience, I help teens and families navigate stressful life transitions and find balance and joy in their lives. Contact me today for a free 15 minute phone consultation to see how I can help you and your family.
14 Years Experience