Child therapists in New London, CT
Find experienced child therapists in New London, Connecticut 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
Shoreline Psychological
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Clinicians at our practice are well-trained and seasoned in the speciality of child and adolescent issues. We may draw from CBT, DBT, and play therapy approaches to meet the unique needs of children and adolescents across the spectrum of mood and behavioral issues.
21 Years Experience
In-Person Near New London, CT
Online in New London, CT
Child/Teen
Dr. Karina Luaces
Psychologist, PsyD.
The teenage and young adult years can be some of the most emotionally complex. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where young people can feel truly heard — whether they're navigating self-esteem struggles, peer relationships, school stress, or intense emotions.
7 Years Experience
Online in New London, CT
Child/Teen
Chananya Abraham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC
I work with parents and families to strengthen connection, communication, and mutual understanding between parents and their children and adolescents. We focus on identifying underlying emotional and behavioral patterns, improving healthy boundaries, and developing practical strategies that support both structure and empathy in the home. My goal is to help parents feel more confident in their role while helping children and teens feel understood, supported, and capable of navigating their developmental and life challenges.
17 Years Experience
Online in New London, CT
Child/Teen
Maria T. Alonso, Ph.D.
Psychologist
I use a strength-based approach to support children and adolescents in therapy, by focusing on their inherent strengths, passions and potential rather than solely addressing problems or deficits. My therapeutic approach emphasizes identifying and harnessing each young person’s unique abilities, talents, and resilience in order to foster personal growth and improve problem-solving skills. Understanding the current landscape and challenges faced by youth today—such as academic pressures, social media influences and evolving family dynamics—is crucial for tailoring interventions that are relevant and impactful. I intentionally integrate the child’s or adolescent’s imagination and creativity into therapy as well, in order to create a therapeutic process that is interesting, engaging and ultimately empowering. Working with children and adolescents also requires a multidisciplinary approach which can involve parents, extended family, teachers, school counselors and pediatricans in the process. Parents understand the child’s home environment and family dynamics, teachers have insights into the child’s academic and social performance at school, and pediatricians offer medical, historical and developmental perspectives. Combining these viewpoints provides a more comprehensive understanding of the child’s situation and provides information that guides the therapeutic process and ensures greater treatment efficacy across the child or adolecent's environments.
29 Years Experience
Online in New London, CT
Child/Teen
Keri Downs, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Keri Downs specializes in addressing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and social challenges faced by children, adolescents, and young adults. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Downs provides compassionate and evidence-based therapy to help young clients navigate these critical developmental stages.
Common issues that Dr. Downs addresses include:
- Anxiety and Depression: Dr. Downs utilizes cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques to help clients manage anxiety and depression, promoting emotional regulation and resilience.
- Behavioral Problems: Through behavioral therapy and family systems therapy, Dr. Downs helps children and adolescents develop healthier behavior patterns and improve family dynamics.
- ADHD: Dr. Downs offers comprehensive evaluations and tailored treatment plans to help clients with ADHD improve focus, organization, and impulse control.
- Social Difficulties: Using social skills training and interpersonal therapy, Dr. Downs assists clients in building and maintaining healthy relationships.
- Trauma: Dr. Downs is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and other trauma-informed approaches to help clients process and heal from traumatic experiences.
Dr. Downs’s approach is holistic and integrative, ensuring that each client’s unique needs are met. She creates a safe and supportive environment where children and adolescents can explore their feelings, develop coping strategies, and achieve personal growth. In addition to in-person sessions, Dr. Downs offers telehealth services in over 40 states, making it convenient for clients to access high-quality care from the comfort of their own homes.
21 Years Experience
Online in New London, CT
Child therapists in New London, CT Statistics
Child therapists in New London, CT average 20 years of experience and charge around $210 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (83%), Family Systems Therapy (47%), and Behavioral Therapy (40%).
Average years in practice
20 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$210
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
|
| 29% |
Male |
|
| 3% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
|
Session Type
| 67% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 33% |
Online Only |
|
Top Treatment Approaches
| 83% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 40% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 37% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 35% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
Ages Served
| 95% | Adult |
| 93% | Teen |
| 83% | Young Adult |
| 65% | Children |
| 48% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 28% | Black / African American |
| 27% | Hispanic / Latino |