Child therapists in Charlottesville, Virginia VA
Find experienced child therapists in Charlottesville 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
Stacia Reinhardt
Counselor/Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Art Therapist
I work with children as young as 6 years old, through teenagers. I use a combination of creative and expressive therapies, play therapy, and talk therapy to meet the clients where they are at, and support the most accessible way for younger clients to express themselves.
14 Years Experience
In-Person in Charlottesville, VA 22901
Online in Charlottesville, VA Virginia
Child/Teen
Hannah Hayden with Sapphire Counseling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Children and teens face unique challenges as they navigate emotions, friendships, school pressures, family dynamics, identity development, and life transitions. Our counselors provide a supportive, age-appropriate environment where young people can express themselves, build coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and develop greater confidence while also partnering with parents when appropriate.
4 Years Experience
Online in Charlottesville, VA Virginia
Child/Teen
Elisha S Lee
Counselor/Therapist, NCCA CTCC CPC
Our counseling services are designed to address the unique challenges faced by children and adolescents as they navigate through pivotal stages of development. Appreciating the complexities of youth experiences, from the pressures of academic performance to social integration and identity formation, we provide a nurturing environment that fosters growth, self-understanding, and resilience.
Tailored Support for Young Individuals
* Developmentally Appropriate Counseling: Our approaches are specifically chosen to match the developmental stage of the child or adolescent.
* Family Involvement: Recognizing the importance of the family system, we encourage family involvement in the counseling process when it's beneficial. This can help ensure that the home environment supports the child’s therapeutic goals.
* Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): For older children and adolescents, CBT can be effective in addressing thought patterns and behaviors linked to their challenges, helping modify their responses to various situations.
* Skills Building: We focus on developing key life skills, like effective communication, problem-solving, emotion regulation, and social skills, which can empower children and adolescents to overcome personal obstacles and interact more confidently with their peers.
* Self-Esteem Enhancement: We work to strengthen a young person's sense of self-worth, highlighting their strengths, and encouraging positive self-expression.
Goals of Counseling for Child or Adolescent Issues
With a compassionate and holistic approach, our therapy aims to help young people:
* Navigate Emotional Challenges: Equip children and adolescents with tools to process and articulate their emotions to cope with challenges in a healthy manner.
* Improve Behavioral Outcomes: Address behavioral issues by identifying their root causes and fostering positive change.
* Boost Social Skills: Encourage the development of social skills that can improve interactions with peers and family members.
* Strengthen Family Relationships: Work towards creating a supportive family environment where each member understands and respects one another's needs and boundaries.
* Action Plan for Future Challenges: Build resilience and an action plan so that young individuals can handle future challenges with confidence and adaptability.
Whether your child or teen is dealing with anxiety, behavioral challenges, adjusting to family changes, or simply needs someone to talk to, we're here to support their journey and celebrate their unique personalities. Reach out to us, and together, we can lay the groundwork for a happier, healthier future.
9 Years Experience
Online in Charlottesville, VA Virginia
Child/Teen
Across Counseling llc
Counselor/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LPC
Kathianne Smith, and Alexandra Harvey both work with adolescents at Across Counseling. Kathianne also works with children from age 3 and up.
Alexandra Harvey works successfully with many adolescents and young adults. She helps adolescents with varied issues including social challenges with peers, difficulty with self esteem, challenges with parents and siblings and other stressors. She guides them in understanding these interactions and feelings and with developing coping mechanisms that are created specifically for each individual situation.
Her training and experience with this age group gives her excellent connection and success with teens and young adults.
Kathianne Smith, child and family specialist has over 30 years of experience and also works with children from age 3 and up. She says “as a psychotherapist for over 30 years, I believe there is nothing more important than the well-being of our children. I specialize in providing psychological therapy and psycho-educational services to adolescents and children, aged three to eighteen and their families. Parents come to me concerned about such issues as attachment, adoption, concentration and attention problems, learning and developmental disabilities, behavior challenges, abuse and neglect, and emotional issues that include anxiety and depression.
There is a focus on the child’s strengths. Intervention strategies are outlined, and a specialized treatment plan is put into place. The child's parents are always central in the process."
Kathianne Smith is Adoption Competent (TAC trained) & is trained in formal Attachment Assessments & Theraplay. Her specializations also include: Parenting, including around divorce, Step-parenting, Adoption & related issues, Attachment disorder, Autism spectrum disorder, and being a Trauma Informed & Certified Competent Trauma Professional, & EMDR II trained with extensive experience partnering with clients of all ages to resolve the negative effects of trauma.”
25 Years Experience
Online in Charlottesville, VA Virginia
Child/Teen
MySpectrum Counseling & Coaching
Therapist, LCSW, LPC, CSAC, NCC
At MySpectrum Counseling & Coaching, we work with all ages, including children and adolescents. We offer play therapy in the office as well as teleplay techniques via Teletherapy! For adolescents, we recognize that it might be tough to open up as you’re figuring out life, and we are willing to be right by your side on this journey. If you would feel more comfortable talking with a Therapist on your phone or tablet, our Teletherapy platform is perfect for this. We also work with parents, siblings, and families as we recognize that sometimes the whole unit is impacted. Give us a call today and we can get you started: 804-924-2236, or visit our website to learn more: www.myspectrumcc.com
20 Years Experience
Online in Charlottesville, VA Virginia
Child therapists in Charlottesville, Virginia Statistics
Child therapists in Charlottesville, Virginia average 18 years of experience and charge around $199 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (85%), Family Systems Therapy (44%), and Behavioral Therapy (40%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$199
Accept insurance
48%
Offer sliding scale
39%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 72% |
In Person and Online |
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| 28% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 85% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 40% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 40% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 35% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 95% | Adult |
| 91% | Teen |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Children |
| 44% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 54% | Women |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Men |
| 31% | Black / African American |
| 31% | Military / Veterans |