Child therapists in South Portland, Maine ME
Find experienced child therapists in South Portland 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 or Adolescent Issues
Eve Palmatier
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I have spent the last 7 years working with children and families. It's a really rewarding age group to support. This is a time when children are building their sense of self, figuring out how they want to engage with their world, and building an understanding of how society works. When I'm able to connect with someone so early on in their life, and provide them with the skills to understand and address whatever mental health struggle they're dealing with--it can change the trajectory of their lives. Therapy for this age group is so incredibly powerful, especially when parents and families are pulled in to reinforce the work being done in sessions. It is a rare chance to get ahead of difficulties before they become deep seated and difficult to uproot. I often feel that I'm trying to help my young clients figure out who they want to be, and support them in growing into the healthiest and strongest version of themselves.
7 Years Experience
Online in South Portland, ME Maine (Online Only)
Child or Adolescent Issues
Heather Watson-Perez
Psychologist, PhD
I specialize in working with children and teens navigating emotional, behavioral, and social challenges. Therapy is tailored to the developmental needs of each child, often incorporating parents as key partners in the process. I aim to help young people build resilience, confidence, and healthy coping skills that carry into adulthood.
21 Years Experience
Online in South Portland, ME Maine
Child or Adolescent Issues
Kelli Tahaney
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Ph.D.
I have focused my private clinical practice on working with adolescents and young adults in particular. I have a lot of experience clinically and through volunteering working with adolescents. Whether in middle school, high school, college/early 20s, I really enjoy providing support and guidance to individuals in the incredibly important developmental phase of adolescence. It's important for adolescents to have their own safe, trusted outlet to explore the time period between childhood and full independence, which can include a lot of growth edges such as familial conflict, tumultuous peer relationships, overwhelming emotions, and new risk behaviors.
5 Years Experience
Online in South Portland, ME Maine
Child or Adolescent Issues
Authentically You Counseling
Treatment Center, LCMHC
Scheduling at AYC is easy - schedule an intake as soon as next week. Finding the courage to be true to yourself despite the challenges you have to overcome is the ultimate goal of therapy. I believe one of the greatest grievances is living an inauthentic life with who you are. Regardless of what you’ve been through, if something is stopping you from living your truth - if fear prevents you from engaging in life the way you want or you are attempting to live up to some societal or personal expectation so far out of reach it hurts - If something is preventing you from living your fullest life, you can make a difference!
I want to help you reach your fullest potential according to your personal truth, values and beliefs. If we embark on this journey together, you will be the driver. I will simply help you see the different paths to reaching your end goal. In the end, you must be true to yourself in choosing the path you wish to take - or none at all.
Finding your truth sometimes means making a decision about whether or not to live your full truth. We can work together to help you explore your options to make the right choice for You. Making the call (or email) to start your journey is the first step - Let us start your journey together!
12 Years Experience
Online in South Portland, ME Maine
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 South Portland, ME Maine (Online Only)
Child therapists in South Portland, Maine Statistics
Child therapists in South Portland, Maine average 21 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (84%), Family Systems Therapy (48%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (39%).
Average years in practice
21 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
34%
Offer sliding scale
41%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
|
| 32% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 70% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 30% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 84% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 39% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 33% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 94% | Teen |
| 91% | Adult |
| 83% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Children |
| 47% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 64% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 30% | Jewish |
| 30% | Military / Veterans |