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/Teen
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/Teen
Rosemarie Manfredi
Psychologist, Psy.D.
As a neuropsychologist and certified school psychologist, I have a great deal of experience in the evaluation and diagnosis of a variety of child and adolescent issues. I specialize in comprehensive evaluations that allow for recommendations to address concerns about development, learning, and behavior. As a certified school psychologist, my evaluations can be considered in the public school setting.
17 Years Experience
Online in South Portland, ME Maine
Child/Teen
Greta Carlson, Psy.D., ABPP
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
I am board certified in clinical child and adolescent psychology and provide psychotherapy through telehealth to children and adolescents ages 9 and up. I treat a range of concerns for children and teens, including childhood anxiety, specific fears (phobias), OCD, depression, and state of life concerns such as a transition to middle school, relationship challenges, and working through grief and loss of important people in a child's life. I can also work with you directly on problem-solving situations that arise in parenting, how to help your kids regulate big emotions, and explore patterns that may arise in your parenting style.
7 Years Experience
Online in South Portland, ME Maine (Online Only)
Child/Teen
Clear Path Counseling and Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA. LPC
Brad provides compassionate, trauma-informed counseling for children, adolescents, teens, and families facing emotional, behavioral, social, and mental health challenges. Growing up in today’s fast-paced world can be overwhelming for many children and teenagers, especially with increasing academic pressure, social stress, family conflict, bullying, anxiety, and the constant influence of social media. Many young people struggle silently with emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, isolation, trauma, or difficulty coping with everyday stressors.
Brad takes a holistic and personalized approach to child and adolescent therapy, helping young clients feel safe, supported, understood, and empowered throughout the counseling process. Therapy is tailored to each child or teen’s unique personality, experiences, emotional needs, and developmental stage. His goal is to help young people improve emotional well-being, strengthen confidence, develop healthier coping skills, and create more positive relationships at home, school, and socially.
Many children and adolescents experience emotional struggles connected to bullying, peer pressure, social media stress, family difficulties, trauma, grief, behavioral challenges, self-esteem issues, or major life transitions. Brad provides a safe, non-judgmental environment where children and teens can openly discuss difficult emotions, experiences, fears, or concerns without feeling criticized or misunderstood. No topic is off limits, and therapy is focused on helping young clients feel emotionally secure while working through the challenges affecting their lives.
As an experienced trauma therapist and EMDR therapist, Brad integrates EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), trauma-focused counseling, emotional regulation strategies, and holistic therapeutic approaches to help children and teens process difficult experiences, reduce emotional distress, and build resilience. Therapy may focus on improving emotional regulation, reducing anxiety, strengthening communication, healing from trauma, improving self-esteem, and developing healthier coping strategies and relationships.
Brad also understands the importance of involving parents and families when appropriate to support healthy communication, emotional connection, consistency, and long-term progress. The counseling process is collaborative and focused on creating lasting positive change that supports both the child and the family system as a whole.
Healing, growth, and emotional resilience are possible. With the right support, children and teens can move beyond emotional struggles, develop greater confidence and self-awareness, and create healthier and more fulfilling lives.
Virtual counseling and online therapy sessions for children, adolescents, and families are available, providing confidential and convenient access to professional trauma-focused counseling from the comfort of home.
28 Years Experience
Online in South Portland, ME Maine (Online Only)
Child/Teen
Dr. Jennifer Baumgardner
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Dr. Baumgardner holds a double doctorate focusing not only on clinical and treatment methods but also on human development. She has worked with experts across the globe and has served as the lead psychologist providing inpatient and outpatient care for adolescents in crisis.
20 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) (83%), Family Systems Therapy (49%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (39%).
Average years in practice
21 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
32%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
|
| 31% |
Male |
|
Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 83% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 49% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 37% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 36% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 32% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 32% | Eclectic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 93% | Adult |
| 93% | Teen |
| 83% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Children |
| 44% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 47% | Men |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 29% | Jewish |
| 29% | Military / Veterans |