Child therapists in Wichita, Kansas KS
Find experienced child therapists in Wichita 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.
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Child or Adolescent Issues
Jamie Roach
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, MDiv, NCC
Growing up today comes with immense pressure, often leaving children and adolescents feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or alone. I offer a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where young people can express what they’re experiencing beneath the surface. My work focuses on emotional regulation, resilience, and helping them develop a secure sense of self as they navigate school, relationships, and identity.
6 Years Experience
Online in Wichita, KS Kansas
Child or Adolescent Issues
Pathways Counseling KC
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, LPC, LMFT, IAT Coach
Are you ready to change your life, but feel like nothing you try ever works? Are you tired of feeling this way? Do you want lasting results? At Pathways Counseling KC we understand that true and lasting change needs to take place at the subconscious level. Anything else is simply putting a band-aid on a wound. PCKC provides actionable strategies to target the subconscious and heal unhealthy patterns for good. We work with individuals, couples, and families in the Kansas City area to provide support as you uncover the past, embrace the present, and pursue your best path forward.
10 Years Experience
Online in Wichita, KS Kansas
Child or Adolescent Issues
Tracy Hadel
Counselor/Therapist, LSCSW
If your child or teen is struggling with life transitions, I am here to give them a place to land.
36 Years Experience
Online in Wichita, KS Kansas (Online Only)
Child or Adolescent Issues
Dr. Yanet Vanegas
Psychologist, PsyD
In my practice, I adopt a holistic approach to addressing the unique challenges faced by children and adolescents. By integrating cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), behavioral techniques, and parent management training, I ensure that each intervention is grounded in evidence-based practices. Working closely with children and teens, I help them identify and challenge the negative thought patterns and behaviors that may be contributing to their difficulties, empowering them to make positive changes in their lives.
10 Years Experience
Online in Wichita, KS Kansas (Online Only)
Child or Adolescent Issues
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 Wichita, KS Kansas
Wichita's economy is anchored by aerospace manufacturing and agriculture, and therapists here frequently address the psychological pressures of industrial work, shift schedules, and the boom-bust cycles of manufacturing employment. The city has a large Hispanic population and growing Somali and Burmese communities from refugee resettlement, creating demand for multilingual and culturally informed therapists who work with immigration stress and cross-cultural family dynamics. Via Christi Health and Wesley Medical Center provide major institutional mental health resources, while the city's mid-size scale means many therapists maintain more accessible practices than in larger metros. Wichita's conservative faith community means spiritually integrated therapy is a common offering across many local practices.
Child therapists in Wichita, Kansas Statistics
Child therapists in Wichita, Kansas average 20 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (83%), Family Systems Therapy (44%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (37%).
Average years in practice
20 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
33%
Offer sliding scale
43%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
|
| 33% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 71% |
In Person and Online |
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| 29% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 83% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 37% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 33% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
Ages Served
| 90% | Teen |
| 89% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 62% | Children |
| 44% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 43% | Men |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 30% | Jewish |
| 29% | Military / Veterans |