Child therapists in Santa Ana, California CA
Find experienced child therapists in Santa Ana 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
Dr. Cristal Lopez
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Welcome! You might be feeling disconnected from your family, friends, children, job, or even the world. I'm Dr. Cristal Lopez, and I believe that we all have powerful strengths. Together, we will explore yours to help you unlock your full potential, connect authentically with others, and show up as your true self. My training at top U.S. children's hospitals, including Children's Hospital Los Angeles, California Pacific Medical Center, Texas Children’s Hospital, and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, has provided me with over 6 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young and mid-life adults, and families.
For my younger clients, I use behavioral and play therapy techniques, while also supporting parents and families to foster healthy connections. With adolescents and adults, I draw on strength-based, humanistic, and relational principles to guide our work together.
Beyond traditional mental health concerns, I specialize and publish work in: coping with chronic illnesses, career-related issues (burnout, work-life balance), trauma, adverse childhood experiences, and stress related to first-responder families. I’m committed to guiding you, your child, or family to a more connected and fulfilling life. Invest in yourself!
9 Years Experience
Online in Santa Ana, CA California (Online Only)
Child/Teen
Hiroko Saeki, MA, LMFT, RDT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Registered Drama Therapist
I have experience of working with children 5 years and older, with various issues including depression, anxiety, earlier trauma, self-esteem, relational issues, and "acting out" behaviors. If your child is having a hard time at home or school, please give me a call—I would love to help.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Online in Santa Ana, CA California
Child/Teen
Barry Ross
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am a psychologist, marriage family therapist, bioenergetic analyst, and psychoanalyst with more than 30 years of clinical experience in treating adolescents, adults, and marital couples. I am skilled in helping a person to feel understood and related to in a new and helpful way.
42 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Online in Santa Ana, CA California
Child/Teen
Shellee Moore
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.F.T., M.S., M.A.
Don't spend more time in therapy discussing your childhood than it took to live it! Learn problem solving techniques to reduce: depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, ADD, behavior problems. WALK AND TALK THERAPY IRVINE; office location Irvine; or phone sessions. Please call for a free consultation.
34 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Child/Teen
John Fry
Psychologist, Ph.D.
My first specialty out of grad school was working with children and teens and I have kept up with research on what works with kids.
49 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Online in Santa Ana, CA California
Child/Teen
Micha Noble, MA
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
As client-centered therapists, I am experienced in working with children in the past and would love to welcome all parts of kids and adolescents with open arms, warmth, and kindness.
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Online in Santa Ana, CA California
Child/Teen
Dr. Carla DeFraine
Therapist, M.Ed, Ph.D.
I trained at Harvard and Vanderbilt, I have a sense of humor, and I am dedicated to the people who enter my office. If things were fine the way they are you would not need me, so be prepared to be challenged, and be prepared to work hard. I will be with you every step of the way.
36 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Child/Teen
Monica M. Huston
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Children and adolescents often express what they’re struggling with through behavior rather than words. I work with young clients and their families to understand the emotional and relational dynamics underlying these behaviors. Therapy focuses on improving communication, emotional understanding, and creating a more supportive environment at home.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Online in Santa Ana, CA California
Child/Teen
Jeanette Abney
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, SAP
I have many years of experience with assisting individuals with child and adolescent issues.
27 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Online in Santa Ana, CA California
Child/Teen
Dr. Lois Nightingale
Psychologist, MA, Ph.D.
I have been working with children and adolescents since 1981. I have worked in research on ADD/ADHD and have years of experience with positive behavior modification interventions. I have written several children's self-help books and believe kids deserve to have coping skills for their emotions and personal interactions. www.amazon.com/author/loisnightingale
43 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Online in Santa Ana, CA California
Santa Ana is one of the most densely populated cities in the United States and has an overwhelmingly Latino population — predominantly Mexican American, with significant Central American communities — making Spanish-speaking and bicultural therapists not a specialty but a baseline requirement for meaningful access to care. The city's families navigate a complex mix of immigration stress, economic precarity, and the particular challenges of raising children across cultures, and therapists fluent in both language and cultural context serve an essential community function. CHOC Children's and the broader Orange County healthcare system provide institutional mental health resources, though access can be limited by insurance and immigration-related barriers. Telehealth has meaningfully expanded therapy access for Santa Ana residents who prefer culturally matched care over what is available locally.
Child therapists in Santa Ana, California Statistics
Child therapists in Santa Ana, California average 18 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 96% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Family Systems Therapy (51%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (45%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Accept insurance
47%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
|
| 31% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 79% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 17% |
Online Only |
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| 4% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 51% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 45% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 38% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 34% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 93% | Teen |
| 70% | Children |
| 66% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Men |
| 32% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 31% | Black / African American |