Child therapists in Apache Junction, Arizona AZ
Morgan Liptak
Marriage and Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LAMFT
I utilize different modalities to work with all ages of children and adolescents who may be struggling with school issues, bullying, anxiety, depression, self esteem issues, parent-child conflict, sibling rivalry, or life transitions.
Sheana Kupitz
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW, CFMTS
Our youth are facing increasing stressors, impacting both their present and their future success. I offer a calm, supportive, accepting place for children and adolescents to learn skills to support their health and grow in their confidence and sense of self. I encourage the participation of parents and caregivers to enhance successful outcomes. Hi. I'm Sheana, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Functional Medicine and Trauma Specialist. I engage with clients from a whole health perspective, considering mental, physical, and social health as equally important parts of a balanced life. I can't wait to meet you!
Michael Klinkner
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Working with children and adolescents requires a holistic approach. I help clients address their attention issues from a variety of different angles. I work with the child or adolescent on their specific issues, but I will also work with the family as a whole so that the family, as a whole, can heal.
Oasis Behavioral Health Hospital
Treatment Center
At Options Behavioral Health Hospital, we understand that children and adolescents face unique challenges when it comes to mental health. That's why we provide specialized treatment services designed specifically for children and adolescents. Our experienced team of mental health professionals provides evidence-based therapies and medication management to help children and adolescents achieve long-term stability and improve their overall well-being. We offer specialized programs for a range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and more. Our programs are tailored to meet the unique needs of each child or adolescent and their family, and we provide a safe and supportive environment where individuals can receive the care they need to achieve lasting recovery. We also offer educational support services to help children and adolescents maintain their academic progress while receiving treatment. Our goal is to provide compassionate and personalized care that helps children and adolescents achieve long-lasting recovery and lead a fulfilling life. If your child or adolescent is struggling with mental health issues, we invite you to contact us to learn more about our comprehensive adolescent and child services and how we can help.
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.
Kathy Anderson
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, LAMFT
Couple relationships have a very unique way of surfacing childhood issues. This is largely related to how human beings form their relational framework in childhood, which tends to also resurface within intimate relationships later. If you are noticing that you feel very powerless, helpless, withdrawn, or out of control in your relationship, you may be experiencing some resurfacing of childhood issues that are impacting your interactions with your partner. Couple therapy can be helpful to feel grounded, supported, and present in your relationship. This can largely be done through reflection, psychoeducation, processing (and reprocessing), and psychodrama. Couple relationships are a very powerful container for healing when it comes to childhood wounding. I can help you and your partner work towards establishing safety and trust, as well as building guardrails for how to show up well for each other in the midst of childhood pain. Let's find a way for your relationship to facilitate healing from your childhood instead of repeating it.
Amy Guido
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Perhaps your child seems to be struggling in ways that have you concerned. As a parent, we often want the change more than the child does, which can be a block to progress. If your child or other family members won't attend, beginning with change in even one family member can change the dynamic for the better. I often work predominantly or only with the parents so that the most motivated person is skilled in ways that help stuck patterns change for the better, leading to a calmer, more connected homelife.
Dr. Mark Richard Treegoob
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I work with children 13 to 17 and don't automatically do family therapy but always involve the parents.
Iliana Tintos, MSC
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
Navigating the unique challenges of childhood and adolescence can be complex, but our specialized counselors are here to provide expert support and guidance. With a deep understanding of the developmental stages and emotional needs of children and adolescents, our compassionate counselors work to create a safe and nurturing space for young individuals to explore their thoughts, emotions, and concerns. From managing anxiety and depression to addressing behavioral issues and fostering healthy relationships, our counselor utilizes age-appropriate techniques and evidence-based approaches tailored to each young person's specific needs. Through a collaborative and empowering therapeutic process, we strive to help children and adolescents develop resilience, enhance self-esteem, improve communication skills, and cultivate emotional well-being. Together, let's lay the foundation for a brighter and more fulfilling future for your child or adolescent.
Claire Karakey
Therapist, LPC, MC
Your child can worry and have anxiety over seemingly simple things or things they may not verbalize, leaving it difficult for you to know what to say or do to help them.
Children have an especially hard time identifying their emotions while trying to navigate through life. Heck, it’s even hard for ME to grasp what I’m sometimes feeling! How can we expect a youngster to know what’s going on and how to deal?
When kids don’t have a context to explore their feelings, they tend to lash out with anger, rage, down in the dirt-hurt, isolation, or other concerning behaviors.
Do you know how often we hear the word “tantrum”?