Child therapists in Palm Desert, CA
Find experienced child therapists in Palm Desert, California who provide testing, counseling and support for children, and their families. Our directory features detailed therapist profiles so you can compare specialties, experience, and treatment approaches to find the provider that’s right for you.
Child/Teen
Stuart Hellebrand, M.S., C.Ht.
Hypnotherapist
I began a 32 year career with Los Angeles County in 1970. During the entirety of my career I worked in residential and community based treatment programs providing treatment services to youth ages 13-18. My responsibilities ranged from having counseling and supervision responsibility for a caseload of twenty-four 15-18 year old minors, to having administrative responsibility for a 130 bed residential treatment program. In between these vastly different areas of responsibility, I served as a consultant to 24 residential treatment programs providing treatment services to roughly 2,100 adolescents. Despite that I have been retired from LA County for 23 years, I still work with 10-18 year old youth on a selective basis.
59 Years Experience
In-Person Near Palm Desert, CA
Online in Palm Desert, CA
Child/Teen
Rachel Thomasian
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
Children and teens often show us they’re struggling through behavior, mood changes, or withdrawal. I offer a safe, supportive environment where young clients can process feelings, develop emotional tools, and build confidence. My approach helps them strengthen self-awareness, resilience, and skills for managing challenges at school, home, and in relationships.
19 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA
Child/Teen
Amita Khare
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Sometimes children and families face challenging problems. Maybe it's a separation or divorce of parents, death in the family, or moving. I have worked with children, teens, and families from diverse backgrounds for the last 17 years. Depending on the client, I use play therapy, art, and cognitive-behavioral approaches to help children and teens be successful in managing anxiety, emotional outbursts, anger management, and defiance, as well as trauma experiences.
11 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA
Child/Teen
Kayzim Suárez-Reyes
Psychologist, PhD
I provide specialized developmental assessment services for children and adolescents to gain a clear, comprehensive understanding of their cognitive, emotional, social, and academic functioning. Utilizing standardized, evidence-based tools, I evaluate a range of developmental areas, with particular proficiency in conducting diagnostic and developmental testing for ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). My reports go beyond mere scores; they offer actionable, personalized recommendations for parents, schools, and treatment providers. My goal is to pinpoint the strengths and needs of the child or adolescent to ensure they receive the precise support necessary for optimal development and success.
19 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA (Online Only)
Child/Teen
Oak Bend Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LPC, NCC, LMHC
Supporting a child’s mental health involves a playful, age-appropriate approach that honors their unique developmental stage. By utilizing behavioral strategies and family-inclusive interventions, I help young ones express themselves and build confidence in a safe, welcoming setting. We collaborate closely with caregivers to navigate behavioral hurdles and school-related stress, ensuring your child feels heard and understood. Our goal is to provide children with the emotional foundation and social tools they need to flourish at home and within their peer groups.
6 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA (Online Only)
Child therapists in Palm Desert, CA Statistics
Child therapists in Palm Desert, CA average 17 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (76%), Family Systems Therapy (43%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
46%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 81% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 19% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 76% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 35% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 33% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 32% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 93% | Adult |
| 92% | Teen |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 61% | Children |
| 50% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 53% | Women |
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 34% | Men |
| 31% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 27% | Christian |