Child therapists in Saint Petersburg, Florida FL
Find experienced child therapists in Saint Petersburg 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
Michael Zamrin
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, MSW, MA
I help adolescents navigate a wide range of challenges, including low self-esteem, bullying, depression, anxiety, social struggles, academic pressure, and relationship issues. While teletherapy may not be ideal for very young children, it can be highly effective for teens—and I continue to enjoy working with them in this format. My experience includes many years in a residential treatment setting for adolescents, which gave me deep insight into the unique pressures they face. I also bring advanced training in family therapy, which informs my work by considering each teen not just as an individual, but as part of a larger family system. This approach helps foster lasting change by improving communication, strengthening relationships, and supporting the whole family.
36 Years Experience
Online in Saint Petersburg, FL Florida (Online Only)
Child/Teen
Barbara Magnusson Coffee
Licensed Professional Counselor, Ph.D., LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapists are specifically trained in family dynamics as well as developmental and parenting issues that can help families and their children thrive.
33 Years Experience
In-Person in Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
Online in Saint Petersburg, FL Florida
Child/Teen
ClearPath Health LLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, EMDR, CBT, DBT, TF-CBT,
Children can experience a range of psychological and behavioral problems including anxiety, depression, OCD, defiance, school refusal, autism, aggression, social and performance anxiety, eating disorders, academic problems, and trauma.
If your child needs help for a psychological or behavioral problem or if you find yourself struggling to deal with these issues, our therapists can help.
What are Child Behavior Problems?
Many disorders are diagnosed during childhood. In addition to the distress and impaired functioning experienced by adults, children are at particular risk of developing comorbid disorders during critical periods of development. Many aspects of behavior, including effective social skills, organizational skills, self-schema, and body image are largely established at early ages of development.
Therefore, it is of great importance that accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment occur as soon as possible. In addition, it is always important to ensure that parents and other family members are involved as they often experience anxiety and other aversive experiences out of their concern for the behaviorally challenged child.
33 Years Experience
In-Person Near Saint Petersburg, FL
Online in Saint Petersburg, FL Florida
Child/Teen
Positive Pathways Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
We support children and teens in managing emotions, behavior, and everyday stressors such as school challenges, peer relationships, and life transitions. At Positive Pathways Counseling, our approach is tailored to each child’s developmental needs, helping them build resilience, confidence, and healthy coping skills.
6 Years Experience
Online in Saint Petersburg, FL Florida (Online Only)
Child/Teen
Dr. Le’ Isaac Gardner Msc.D. CTHT ORDM
Hypnotherapist, Doctorate in Metaphysical Science, MSc.D. Clinical and Transpersonal Hypnotherapist CTHT
As children become more adept at understanding things at an early age, they need more guidance with more issues than ever before. I work with children 7 & up, to bring them to a place where they can comprehend and make the proper choices with their actions, thoughts, and emotions.
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near Saint Petersburg, FL
Online in Saint Petersburg, FL Florida
Child/Teen
Molly Terry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LMHC
I am trained in child development and adolescent issues. I find working with this population to be rewarding. Children are eager to grow and helping them achieve this through family intervention, talk therapy and art therapy is my approach.
26 Years Experience
In-Person Near Saint Petersburg, FL
Online in Saint Petersburg, FL Florida
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 Saint Petersburg, FL
Online in Saint Petersburg, FL Florida
Child/Teen
Dr. John E. N. Daniel
Marriage and Family Therapist, EdD; EdS; MA; MA; LCMFT#0404011018; BCCLC#0131
Young children treatment interventions very often involve parents and caretakers at some point. Disruptive Behavior Problems are most prevalent, specifically Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and Conduct Disorder (CD), however fear, anxiety social issues also rank highly. In my practice, I use behavior therapy (parent management training), both individual and group cognitive behavioral therapy as well as multisystemic therapy. MST is goal-oriented and focuses on helping the caregivers manage and nurture their challenging children more effectively. As your child's therapist I become intimately involved in every aspect of their life and social network including peers, school and family.
26 Years Experience
In-Person Near Saint Petersburg, FL
Online in Saint Petersburg, FL Florida
St. Petersburg has undergone rapid transformation as an arts and culture hub, attracting young creatives, LGBTQ+ residents, and a growing tech community, and therapists here frequently work with identity exploration, life transitions, and the pressures of building an unconventional career in a mid-size city. The city has a well-established LGBTQ+ community centered around the Grand Central District, and affirming therapists are well represented relative to the city's size. St. Anthony's Hospital and Bayfront Health St. Petersburg provide institutional mental health resources alongside a growing private practice community. Many St. Pete therapists serve clients across the wider Tampa Bay area, making the region's therapeutic resources interconnected regardless of which side of the bay clients live on.
Child therapists in Saint Petersburg, Florida Statistics
Child therapists in Saint Petersburg, Florida average 18 years of experience and charge around $184 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (83%), Family Systems Therapy (46%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (44%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$184
Accept insurance
51%
Offer sliding scale
44%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
|
| 26% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 72% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 28% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 83% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 44% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 41% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 38% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 32% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 95% | Adult |
| 92% | Teen |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 69% | Children |
| 51% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 43% | Men |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 33% | Black / African American |