Child therapists in Whitehorse, YT
Find experienced child therapists in Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada who provide testing, counselling 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
Shauna Switzer, MCP, MA RP
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MCP, Registered Psychotherapist
Children and adolescents may experience a wide range of emotional, behavioural, social, and academic challenges as they grow and navigate different stages of development. Anxiety, depression, school difficulties, peer relationships, emotional regulation, family conflict, low self-esteem, and behavioural concerns can all impact a young person’s well-being. Therapy provides a safe, supportive, and age-appropriate environment where children and teens can express themselves, develop healthy coping skills, build resilience, and strengthen emotional confidence while receiving guidance and support tailored to their unique needs.
26 Years Experience
Online in Whitehorse, YT
Child/Teen
Our Landing Place
Therapist, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP, RCT
We support youth and caregivers navigating big feelings, identity, behaviour, and systems, using developmentally informed and affirming approaches that centre connection and safety.
16 Years Experience
Online in Whitehorse, YT (Online Only)
Child/Teen
Kirsty Matthews
Counsellor/Therapist, MA CCC
The formative years of a person's life are critical to ensuring sound mental health in adulthood. I provide a compassionate, non-judgemental space for clients, and their families to freely express themselves and to explore their issues openly. Together we can learn how to confront challenges, heal trauma and develop self-compassion to enhance your life and move closer toward your goals.
6 Years Experience
Online in Whitehorse, YT (Online Only)
Child/Teen
Tehmina Ayana Meherali
Counsellor/Therapist, M.Ed, CCC, CMHP
I have experience working in the public education system and understand the unique challenges adolescents/teenagers experience in the school system with stress, anxiety, overwhelm and procrastination. I guide and counsel students on organizational strategies, perfectionism, post secondary planning and peer-related issues.
19 Years Experience
Online in Whitehorse, YT
Child/Teen
Sanofer Ansari
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, MACP
Approach: Developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, emotion-focused and CBT-informed approaches.
I help younger clients understand and express emotions, develop coping skills, build confidence, and navigate relationships, school, family changes, or stressful experiences. Parent/caregiver involvement is incorporated when appropriate and clinically beneficial.
7 Years Experience
Online in Whitehorse, YT
Child therapists in Whitehorse, YT Statistics
Child therapists in Whitehorse, YT average 16 years of experience and charge around $148 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (71%), Existential / Humanistic Therapy (65%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (59%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$148
Accept insurance
71%
Offer sliding scale
59%
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
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| 19% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 76% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 24% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 71% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 65% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 59% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 59% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 59% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 47% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 47% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 88% | Teen |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 71% | Senior |
| 35% | Children |
Client Focus
| 76% | Women |
| 65% | Christian |
| 65% | Men |
| 65% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 59% | Black / African American |