Child therapists in Meads, KY
Find experienced child therapists in Meads, Kentucky 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.
Dr. C. Shawn Oak, Oak & Associates, LLC
Marriage and Family Therapist, PHD, MSSW, LMFT (KY/IN) LSCW (IN), ACS, CLC, CMC
Our staff assess the problem(s) and co-create a treatment plan that can include therapy, skills training, family therapy, medication, or a combination of these. We collaborate with educators, health care professionals, psychiatrists, and other caregivers to assure a comprehensive plan and success.
19 Years Experience
Online in Meads, KY
Brave Young Minds
Psychologist
Our therapists specialize in the treatment of children, teens, and young adults because the growing mind and body are actually quite different from adults!
8 Years Experience
Online in Meads, KY
Dr. Tracy Mallett
Psychologist, Psy.D., L.M.F.T., Licensed Psychologist
Childhood and adolescence can be times of tremendous growth — but also stress, confusion, and emotional challenges. I specialize in helping children and teens navigate issues such as anxiety, depression, school difficulties, peer and family conflict, self-esteem concerns, and adjustment to change.
My approach is collaborative, supportive, and developmentally attuned. I work to create a safe, trusting space where young people can express themselves freely and begin to understand their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Sessions often include age-appropriate cognitive-behavioral techniques (CBT), emotional regulation skills, and guided problem-solving — all tailored to the child’s developmental level and individual needs.
Equally important, I work closely with parents and caregivers to strengthen communication and consistency at home. By helping families learn practical tools for support and structure, therapy becomes not just a place for the child to grow, but a foundation for the whole family to thrive.
Whether a child is struggling with school stress, social anxiety, mood swings, or family changes, my goal is to help them build resilience, confidence, and emotional understanding that will serve them for life.
22 Years Experience
Online in Meads, KY (Online Only)
Beth Janis
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Childhood and adolescence can be a confusing and overwhelming time for many, and it can be full of transitions, competing stressors, and uncertainty regarding who they are or where they belong. In our sessions, I strive to co-create a safe space where they can talk through the things that are most on their mind. By following their pace and providing support and guidance along the way, we can work to lessen the overwhelming impact of emotions, untangle confusing and painful beliefs, and find ways to navigate the situations in which they feel stuck.
8 Years Experience
Online in Meads, KY
Sarita R. Schapiro, Ph.D., P.A.
Psychologist, Florida Licensed Psychologist PY4914, APIT Certified
Supportive counseling for teens, parent guidance, school consultation
44 Years Experience
Online in Meads, KY
Meads is a small community in Boyd County in eastern Kentucky, part of the Ashland area where Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia meet along the Ohio River. The area shares the broader mental health challenges of Appalachian communities — economic transition after the decline of steel and coal-linked industries, one of the country's most severe opioid epidemics, and cultural expectations of self-reliance that can delay help-seeking. Care is anchored by Ashland's regional providers, including King's Daughters Medical Center, with telehealth increasingly important for specialist access.
Child therapists in Meads, KY Statistics
Child therapists in Meads, KY average 19 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (82%), Family Systems Therapy (47%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (39%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
33%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
|
| 28% |
Male |
|
| 2% |
Non-Binary |
|
Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 32% |
Online Only |
|
Top Treatment Approaches
| 82% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 37% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 32% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 32% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
Ages Served
| 93% | Adult |
| 93% | Teen |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Children |
| 47% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 46% | Men |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 28% | Military / Veterans |
| 26% | Black / African American |