Child therapists in Mankato, Minnesota MN
Find experienced child therapists in Mankato 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
Becky Magner
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
With specialized expertise in working with children and adolescents, I create a warm and supportive space where young people feel heard and understood. My approach focuses on addressing emotional, behavioral, and social challenges while fostering resilience and growth. Whether navigating school stress, family dynamics, or self-identity, I partner with children and teens to develop coping strategies and build confidence, empowering them to thrive during these pivotal years.
11 Years Experience
Online in Mankato, MN Minnesota (Online Only)
Child/Teen
Orka Health and Wellness, PLLC
Counselor/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LMFT, LPCC
Empowering the Next Generation
Through our team’s close connections with the thoughts, struggles, and dreams of children and their families, one thing has become abundantly clear: mental health, self-esteem, and how a child sees themselves in the world mean everything.
We know that for a child to thrive, they need to feel understood in their own language. That is why we work with clients ages 10 and older using a blend of deep clinical empathy and modern innovation. To bridge the gap between traditional talk therapy and a child’s natural way of engaging, we utilize specialized software designed to keep them interested and empowered in their own healing.
Our clinicians begin with a full assessment of your child’s needs, partnering with both the child and the family to set meaningful goals. From building self-esteem to processing trauma, we are here to help your child see themselves as the resilient individuals they truly are.
5 Years Experience
Online in Mankato, MN Minnesota (Online Only)
Child/Teen
Dr. Michael J. Gennari
Psychologist, Ph.D.
My sensitive and engaging, direct and practical, style is reported by my clients as one of their attractions to working with me. I work with Children, Adolescents and Adults, addressing ADHD, depression and anxiety, divorce, loss and medical trauma. . I would be honored with your trust in me.
39 Years Experience
Online in Mankato, MN Minnesota
Child/Teen
Amanda Wolfsteller
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
As an experienced therapist, I specialize in working with children and adolescents. I address a wide range of concerns, including:
Anxiety: Guiding kids through coping strategies, relaxation techniques, and gradual exposure to manage anxiety symptoms.
Depression: Providing a safe space for expression, exploring emotions, and fostering resilience.
Trauma: Assisting children in processing traumatic experiences, building resilience, and promoting healing.
Self-Confidence: Boosting self-esteem through positive reinforcement, self-awareness, and skill-building.
Perfectionism: Helping kids navigate high standards, embrace imperfections, and develop a healthy mindset.
Whether it’s supporting teens through emotional transitions, helping children cope with anxiety, or fostering healthy development, I am committed to providing compassionate care.
12 Years Experience
Online in Mankato, MN Minnesota (Online Only)
Child/Teen
Maria T. Alonso, Ph.D.
Psychologist
I use a strength-based approach to support children and adolescents in therapy, by focusing on their inherent strengths, passions and potential rather than solely addressing problems or deficits. My therapeutic approach emphasizes identifying and harnessing each young person’s unique abilities, talents, and resilience in order to foster personal growth and improve problem-solving skills. Understanding the current landscape and challenges faced by youth today—such as academic pressures, social media influences and evolving family dynamics—is crucial for tailoring interventions that are relevant and impactful. I intentionally integrate the child’s or adolescent’s imagination and creativity into therapy as well, in order to create a therapeutic process that is interesting, engaging and ultimately empowering. Working with children and adolescents also requires a multidisciplinary approach which can involve parents, extended family, teachers, school counselors and pediatricans in the process. Parents understand the child’s home environment and family dynamics, teachers have insights into the child’s academic and social performance at school, and pediatricians offer medical, historical and developmental perspectives. Combining these viewpoints provides a more comprehensive understanding of the child’s situation and provides information that guides the therapeutic process and ensures greater treatment efficacy across the child or adolecent's environments.
29 Years Experience
Online in Mankato, MN Minnesota
Child therapists in Mankato, Minnesota Statistics
Child therapists in Mankato, Minnesota average 20 years of experience and charge around $210 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (83%), Family Systems Therapy (51%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (38%).
Average years in practice
20 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$210
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
|
| 30% |
Male |
|
Session Type
| 67% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 33% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 83% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 51% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 38% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 37% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 33% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 94% | Teen |
| 94% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Children |
| 49% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 46% | Men |
| 38% | LGBTQ+ |
| 30% | Black / African American |
| 27% | Jewish |