Child therapists in Punta Gorda, FL
Find experienced child therapists in Punta Gorda, 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
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
In-Person Near Punta Gorda, FL
Online in Punta Gorda, FL
Child/Teen
Karen Hartfield, MA, LMHC, Fearless Heart Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Sandplay Therapist with STA
Every young person is unique, and I seek to listen, support, and provide understanding and coping skills. Games, artwork, and mindfulness can provide support in the process of better managing one's life.
12 Years Experience
Online in Punta Gorda, FL (Online Only)
Child/Teen
EMDR and Wellness Solutions
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologists, Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage & Family Therapist
One or more of our clinicians have a specialized treatment focus in child or adolescent issues, using evidence-based approaches tailored to each individual's needs.
21 Years Experience
Online in Punta Gorda, FL
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 Punta Gorda, FL
Child/Teen
Shameshia B. Corley
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LISW-CP
Individual Therapy combing approaches like CBT and MI to address teen specific issues like low self-esteem or difficulty making friends.
12 Years Experience
Online in Punta Gorda, FL (Online Only)
Child therapists in Punta Gorda, FL Statistics
Child therapists in Punta Gorda, 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 (45%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (42%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$184
Accept insurance
52%
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) |
| 45% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 41% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 40% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 38% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 37% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 92% | Teen |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 65% | Children |
| 55% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 62% | Women |
| 47% | Men |
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 34% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 32% | Military / Veterans |