Child therapists in Merritt Island, FL
Find experienced child therapists in Merritt Island, Florida 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
Lyubov Gonina
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCAT, ATR-BC, NCC
I help children and teens express what’s hard to say with words. Using art, play, and mindfulness, I create a safe space where they can explore emotions, build confidence, and develop healthy coping skills. Together, we work to strengthen resilience, improve communication, and support emotional growth at home and school.
15 Years Experience
Online in Merritt Island, FL
Child/Teen
Haven Psychology Group
Psychologist
Adolescence can bring intense emotions, family conflict, identity questions, academic stress, impulsivity, and mental health symptoms that affect the entire household. Our psychologists work with teens and their families to better understand what is driving difficult patterns while building coping skills, communication, and healthier ways of responding to stress.
3 Years Experience
Online in Merritt Island, FL (Online Only)
Child/Teen
Rising Calm Center
Professional Christian Counselor, MS, CMHC, CLC
Raising a loving, united family today means facing pressures no generation has ever seen. The constant pace, screens, and stress leave many parents—and their kids—exhausted and disconnected. What should be years of joy and discovery can become seasons of anxiety, defiance, or quiet withdrawal. You might see your child losing motivation, melting down over small things, struggling in school, or shutting you out completely. It’s hard to know when to step in or what to say—and even harder to watch them hurt.
At Rising Calm Center, we come alongside both parents and kids to restore understanding, structure, and peace in the home. Our Christian counselors create a warm, judgment-free space where young people can express emotions, build healthy coping skills, and grow in confidence—rooted in who God created them to be.
We even offer same-week appointments, in-person and virtual sessions, and a sliding fee scale that works with any insurance or budget—so care is flexible and accessible when you need it most.
We use developmentally attuned, evidence-based approaches—CBT, DBT skills training, play and art therapy, family systems work, and somatic calming tools—woven together with faith-based encouragement and practical family coaching.
Together, we help your child:
• Understand and manage big emotions
• Reduce anxiety, irritability, and impulsivity
• Strengthen focus, responsibility, and resilience
• Heal from trauma, bullying, or self-esteem wounds
• Improve communication and rebuild trust at home
Whether your child is battling school stress, peer pressure, family conflict, or identity challenges, we help them—and you—find peace, purpose, and lasting growth.
You don’t have to parent through the storm alone. Hope and healing can begin here.
Call or email us today for your FREE CONSULTATION.
14 Years Experience
Online in Merritt Island, FL
Child/Teen
Kingdom Dwelling Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Our counselors take the time to connect with the child or teen to understand their current mindset and thought processes, as well as, connecting with the parents to understand personal history or trauma that may contribute to current issues. Using CBT, DBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Person Centered Therapy and other modalities we teach them to recognize emotions, thought patterns and provide tools to work through them. Check our website to learn about our group therapy options as well.
7 Years Experience
Online in Merritt Island, FL
Child/Teen
Theresa McCay Boutross
Marriage and Family Therapist, LCSW, CADC. CMFT
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) specializing in child (Pre-teen) and adolescent therapy, I am committed to providing a safe, nurturing environment where young individuals can explore their feelings and develop essential coping skills. With a focus on evidence-based practices, I work collaboratively with children and teens to address a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, and family dynamics. By utilizing engaging therapeutic techniques tailored to their unique developmental needs, I empower young clients to express themselves and build resilience. Together, we will foster emotional growth, improve communication, and enhance overall well-being, paving the way for a brighter future. Let’s embark on this transformative journey together, helping your child thrive both now and in the years to come.
27 Years Experience
Online in Merritt Island, FL (Online Only)
Child therapists in Merritt Island, FL Statistics
Child therapists in Merritt Island, FL average 17 years of experience and charge around $184 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (85%), Family Systems Therapy (44%), and Behavioral Therapy (42%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$184
Accept insurance
53%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
|
| 27% |
Male |
|
| 4% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
|
Session Type
| 70% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 30% |
Online Only |
|
Top Treatment Approaches
| 85% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 42% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 40% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 38% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 37% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 93% | Teen |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 65% | Children |
| 54% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 62% | Women |
| 47% | Men |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 33% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 32% | Military / Veterans |