Child therapists in West Plains, MO
Find experienced child therapists in West Plains, Missouri 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/Teen
Audrey Stempel, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
It is important to provide a safe, judgment-free space for children to express their feelings and struggles. It is important for them to have a neutral person in their lives to help them navigate their struggles and learn the skills they need to be successful.
20 Years Experience
Online in West Plains, MO
Child/Teen
Sara Fraser
Psychologist, PhD
From the outset of my graduate training and research interests, I have worked in multiple settings with children, teens and families to encourage closeness, connection and regulation. Attachment frames the work that I do with kids to ensure that existing attachments relationships-parents, extended family, siblings, teachers, friends-are seen as the connective tissue of healthy growth and development for folks at all ages across the life span.
26 Years Experience
Online in West Plains, MO (Online Only)
Child/Teen
Peter Gould
Psychologist, Ph.D.
As a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in adolescent issues, I provide compassionate and effective treatment for adolescents and young adults facing the stresses of modern pressures in the digital age. I worked for over 10 years in specialized high school programs for students with serious mental health challenges, I offer valuable support to parents navigating difficulties with their adolescent children. My approach, informed by evidence-based therapies, is tailored to meet the unique needs of each child.
22 Years Experience
Online in West Plains, MO (Online Only)
Child/Teen
Carolyn Murphy, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Counseling Psychology
I have many years of experience working with children and adolescents. Most children need to be seen in-person, but many teens are comfortable doing therapy virtually and this can be an effective treatment mode for them. With children and younger teens, parent consultations are usually part of the treatment so that we all work together as a "team" to help your child with whatever issues they are struggling. Older teens often do better when the therapy is more confidential, so that they can feel comfortable being open with me. I highly encourage you to choose a therapist that feels like a "good fit" for you and your child. I always start with an initial consultation appointment where I can learn more about your child, your family, and reasons for seeking therapy. I then meet with your child once or twice to get a sense of the issues with which they are struggling and determine if it appears therapy can be useful. At that point I give parents some feedback and we plan together from there. My approach to therapy is interactive and supportive, with an overall goal of increasing self-awareness and coping skills to help promote the kind of changes that kids and parents would like to see.
36 Years Experience
Online in West Plains, MO
Child/Teen
Maria Elena Lara, Ph.D. LLC
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I love working with teenagers, and utilize the latest research-backed information and therapy techniques to assist adolescents with the challenges inherent in those years, including but not limited to behavior rehearsal, cognitive reframing, coping strategies, assertiveness, communications skills, crisis resolution, emotional containment, homework, interpersonal skills, problem solving, stress reduction, and recommended reading
26 Years Experience
Online in West Plains, MO
Child therapists in West Plains, MO Statistics
Child therapists in West Plains, MO average 18 years of experience and charge around $200 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (83%), Behavioral Therapy (43%), and Family Systems Therapy (41%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$200
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
32%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
|
| 28% |
Male |
|
| 2% |
Non-Binary |
|
Session Type
| 71% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 29% |
Online Only |
|
Top Treatment Approaches
| 83% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 41% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 29% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 94% | Teen |
| 91% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 62% | Children |
| 49% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 45% | Men |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 29% | Black / African American |
| 28% | Christian |