Child therapists in Fort Mill, South Carolina SC
Find experienced child therapists in Fort Mill 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
Modern Wellness Family Counseling, LLC
Marriage and Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT/S, RPT/S
Play is an enjoyable, fun activity that elevates our spirits and brightens our outlook on life. Play relieves feelings of stress and boredom and, most importantly, helps us express ourselves.
What is Play Therapy?
Play therapy refers to a large number of treatment methods, all applying the therapeutic benefits of play. Play therapy helps children to address and resolve their own problems, and builds on the natural way that children learn about themselves and their relationships in the world around them.
APT defines play therapy as the “systematic use of a theoretical model to establish an interpersonal process wherein trained play therapists use the therapeutic powers of play to help clients prevent or resolve psychosocial difficulties and achieve optimal growth and development.”
What does Play Therapy help?
Play therapy helps children:
Become more responsible for their behaviors and develop more successful strategies
Develop new and creative solutions to problems
Develop respect and acceptance of self and others
Learn to experience and express emotion
Cultivate empathy and respect for thoughts and feelings of others
Learn new social skills and relational skills with family
Develop self-efficacy and a better assuredness about their abilities
Play therapy aims to help a child’s growth and development. The practice of play therapy requires extensive, specialized education, training and experience. With our knowledge and background in play therapy, we are confident that we can set your child up for success.
If you’re interested in learning more about play therapy and how it can help your child grow, contact us today.
*Please note we are not trained in the following: educational testing and modification, reunification, child custody evaluations, or low functioning neurodevelopment disorders requiring Applied Behavioral Analysis. Please visit our resource page for referral sources.
19 Years Experience
Online in Fort Mill, SC South Carolina
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 Fort Mill, SC South Carolina
Child/Teen
Lauren Feliciano Nieles
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Growing up isn’t always easy, and sometimes kids and teens need extra support to navigate big feelings, changes, or challenges. In therapy, I create a welcoming space where young people can express themselves, build coping skills, and feel truly understood. Whether it’s anxiety, behavior struggles, school stress, or just needing someone to talk to, I’m here to help them thrive.
3 Years Experience
Online in Fort Mill, SC South Carolina
Child/Teen
Therapy Solutions, LLC
Psychologist
We offer therapy and psychological assessment to children and adolescents ages 6-18. We are also pleased to be able to provide fully virtual, comprehensive ADHD evaluation and intelligence testing for this age group.
24 Years Experience
Online in Fort Mill, SC South Carolina
Child/Teen
Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LCMHC, LCAS
Providing age-appropriate support for emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges in youth.
7 Years Experience
Online in Fort Mill, SC South Carolina
Child therapists in Fort Mill, South Carolina Statistics
Child therapists in Fort Mill, South Carolina average 18 years of experience and charge around $198 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (85%), Family Systems Therapy (49%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (41%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$198
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 65% |
In Person and Online |
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| 35% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 85% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 49% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 41% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 37% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 35% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 35% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 94% | Teen |
| 94% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 62% | Children |
| 47% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 62% | Women |
| 44% | Men |
| 38% | LGBTQ+ |
| 34% | Black / African American |
| 31% | Christian |