Child therapists in Santa Clarita, California CA

Our counselors assist you in learning about the stage of development your child is in and how that stage may be playing a role in your child current distress. We help you learn how to manage or eliminate mental health symptoms in children and teens related to ADHD, Anxiety, bullying and being bullied, depression, self-esteem, social anxiety and other social and relational issues.  

Our mission here at West Valley Counseling is to provide affordable therapy to individuals and families. All of our therapists are licensed to practice as pre-licensed and licensed therapists in the State of California. Our staff is diverse, multi-cultural and LGBT informed.  

I love working with adolescents, especially males. All young men need a mentor that is not there father. Also, having worked at the Department of Children and Family Services for 27 years, I understand the dynamics of childhood trauma and the lasting affects of untreated trauma. It is extremely important that children get therapy as soon as possible after a traumatic event so the trauma does not turn into lifelong dysfunction. The work here is to help adolescents process their experience in a way that leads to a healthier state of mind and empowerment. It has never been harder to be a parent. This is because it has never been harder to navigate the mind field of adolescence.  

My private practice has been established for over 30 years and focuses on the unique needs of every adult, child and family that I see. Therapy is about helping you understand yourself better, solve problems that have effected your relationships and work and to help enhance your life in many ways.  

Dr. Karrie specializes in working with children ages 2-10 years old struggling with ADHD, anxiety, defiance, disruptive behaviors, and high functioning autism. When working with children, Dr. Karrie takes a play-based approach incorporating developmentally tailored cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness. She also offers parent-child coaching to strengthen positive family communication and create more harminous and joyful family time.  

Helping people find peace in their relationships & meaning in their lives is what my work is about. If you're looking for extra support & guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to take your life to the next level, then I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.  

"As a Marriage and Family Therapist, my clinical area of expertise is the treatment of Depression and Anxiety disorders, Couple Relational Issues, Dependency issues, Parenting education, and Self Esteem issues.   

My majority of my clinical experience and practice is working with adolescents, young adults and college students. I love working with adolescents as they have a unique and creative perspective on life and what they are struggling about. Adolescents often do not feel heard or seen and my work includes understanding of what they are trying to express to those within their life. Much of my clinical work allows for adolescents to gain some understanding of their situation and how to communicate with their parents and those within their circle of support.  

Compassionate Healing, collaborate with children/teens and their parents to guide children with overcoming their challenges, whether at home, school, with family, teachers, or peers. We can help your child/teen with a variety of concerns- anxiety, ADHD, self-esteem, trauma, depression, school refusal, anger, defiance, separation fears, relationship difficulties, learning problems- and others.  

I have worked extensively with adolescents. Years ago, in my training I did some intensive training with homeless teenagers. This has translated tremendously to my work in private practice with all sorts of issues that affect teenagers. I learned to quickly establish a trusted rapport.