Child therapists in The Villages, FL
Find experienced child therapists in The Villages, 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
Linda Friedman
Psychologist, Psy.D.
With over 20 years of specialized experience, I am an expert in addressing the unique and varied developmental needs of children and adolescents in therapy. I provide tailored treatment for a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional dysregulation, impulsivity, inattention, interpersonal difficulties, self-esteem, and oppositional behaviors.
22 Years Experience
Online in The Villages, FL
Child/Teen
Christina Duncan
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I specialize in working with children and adolescents navigating emotional, behavioral, and social challenges. This can include anxiety, mood changes, school difficulties, peer relationships, family stress, and life transitions. My approach is warm, developmentally appropriate, and strengths-based, helping young people feel safe expressing themselves while building skills for emotional regulation, communication, and problem-solving. I incorporate play-based and creative techniques with younger children, and a more collaborative, insight-oriented approach with teens. I also work closely with parents and caregivers to support consistency, strengthen relationships, and create a more supportive home environment. My goal is to help children and adolescents feel more confident, understood, and equipped to handle life’s challenges.
5 Years Experience
Online in The Villages, FL (Online Only)
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 The Villages, FL (Online Only)
Child/Teen
iRecovery Behavioral Healthcare
Counselor/Therapist, LCSW, LMHC
Young people rarely ask to come to therapy, so the work has to earn their trust before it can go anywhere. iRecovery addresses child and adolescent issues including school refusal, behavioral difficulties, anxiety, depression, social struggles, and the effects of family disruption. Because young people exist within families and schools, we involve parents and caregivers as partners, helping the adults around a child respond in ways that steady a situation rather than escalate it.
7 Years Experience
Online in The Villages, FL (Online Only)
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 The Villages, FL (Online Only)
Child therapists in The Villages, FL Statistics
Child therapists in The Villages, 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 |
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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 |