Child therapists in Echo Park, California CA
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Child or Adolescent Issues
Alan Jacobson, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist, Nationally Registered Health Service Provider
I help adolescents navigate the stresses and challenges and learn about their strengths and potential. I use a positive psychology and cognitive-behavioral approach, all within a respectful and powerful client-centered therapy environment. Subspecialties include sports psychology, college admission counseling, and academic performance psychology.
23 Years Experience
Online in Echo Park, California (Online Only)
Child or Adolescent Issues
Alexus Padilla, MS, APCC
Counselor/Therapist, Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor
Working with children and adolescents requires a tailored approach that considers their unique developmental needs. I provide a safe and supportive environment where young clients can express themselves, explore their emotions, and develop healthy coping skills. Whether dealing with behavioral issues, academic stress, or social challenges, I help guide them towards positive growth and resilience.
2 Years Experience
Online in Echo Park, California (Online Only)
Child or Adolescent Issues
Growth and Change Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
We want parents to know that behavioral problems are relational problems. Anytime we work with a child, we work with the parent because anything that goes from the parent to the child is way more meaningful and effective than anything that goes from us to your child, because you have the permanent relationship. While we work with the child we look at ways in which parents can strengthen their relational bonds with their child and crystalize their child's trust and respect for them.
6 Years Experience
Online in Echo Park, California (Online Only)
Child or Adolescent Issues
WELL COACHED LIFE
Counselor/Therapist, PhD Clinical Psychology, MA Marriage & Family Therapy, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, EMDR, Havening
Unlocking the Power of GRIT in Children: Fostering Resilience, Independence, and Growth
GRIT, that remarkable ability to persevere in the pursuit of long-term goals even when faced with adversity, is a quality we all desire for our children. It's the cornerstone of resilience, a vital trait that paves the way for independence and success. And at Well Coached Life, we believe in cultivating GRIT in children from the earliest possible age.
GRIT Kids—Who Are They?
GRIT Kids represent a diverse spectrum of young individuals, ranging from the bold to the timid, the curious to the cautious, the serious to the playful. They encompass children between the ages of 2 and 12, each on their unique journey of self-discovery and growth.
The GRIT Kids Mission:
At Well Coached Life, we've established GRIT Kids with a singular purpose: to provide parents and caregivers with the tools and guidance they need to nurture self-awareness in their children at every developmental stage. We understand that simple behavioral management isn't enough to cultivate the internal locus of control required for character development and self-discipline.
Why GRIT Matters:
GRIT is more than just a buzzword; it's a vital life skill. It's about teaching children to persevere, adapt, and transform in the face of challenges. It's about fostering curiosity about their own thoughts and feelings, enabling them to develop insight, evolve, and embrace their unique potential.
Our Expert GRIT Kids Coaches:
Our dedicated team of GRIT Kids Coaches is specially trained to assist you in the intentional upbringing of your child. We provide the guidance and support needed to help your child form a strong self-identity, learn to live with purpose, and grow into their fullest, most capable self.
Join Us on This Journey:
Let's cultivate GRIT in your child as soon as possible. Together, we'll empower them to face life's challenges with resilience, independence, and unwavering determination. With Well Coached Life and GRIT Kids, your child's path to personal growth and self-discovery begins today.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Echo Park, CA
Online in Echo Park, California
Child or Adolescent Issues
Sabrina Gramatica
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
I work with children and teens to address a range of emotional and behavioral issues, including anxiety, depression, and challenges with self-esteem. Using a compassionate and client-centered approach, I integrate play therapy, parts work, and other age-appropriate strategies to help young clients express themselves, build resilience, and develop healthy coping skills. My focus is on creating a supportive environment where they can explore their emotions, navigate challenges, and develop a stronger sense of self.
1 Years Experience
Online in Echo Park, California (Online Only)
Child or Adolescent Issues
Alessandra Snavely
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Navigating adolescence can be a challenging journey filled with unique pressures and changes. Whether it's dealing with academic stress, social dynamics, self-identity, or mental health concerns, I’m here to support teens in finding their voice and developing resilience. In our sessions, we’ll create a safe and confidential space for open dialogue, allowing teens to express their thoughts and feelings without judgment. Using a combination of therapeutic approaches, including mindfulness and person-centered techniques, I help adolescents build coping skills, enhance self-esteem, and foster healthier relationships. Together, we’ll work towards empowering them to navigate this pivotal stage of life with confidence and clarity.
9 Years Experience
Online in Echo Park, California (Online Only)
Child or Adolescent Issues
Janee Young
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I bring a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for working with children and adolescents. Throughout my career, I have dedicated myself to the well-being of young minds, specializing in those aged 9 and up. My approach is infused with warmth and expertise, and I utilize play therapy techniques to create a safe and engaging space for children facing issues such as bullying, anxiety, depression, school performance, and family dynamics.
8 Years Experience
Online in Echo Park, California (Online Only)
Child or Adolescent Issues
PBA Psychology Group, Inc.
Psychologist, Clinical and Forensic Psychology
Many of our clinicians have specific training in working with children and adolescents and are pleased to provide age-appropriate psychotherapy.
28 Years Experience
In-Person Near Echo Park, CA
Online in Echo Park, California
Child or Adolescent Issues
David Strah
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I have worked with several adolescents listening to them and helping to empower them.
In-Person Near Echo Park, CA
Online in Echo Park, California
Child or Adolescent Issues
Jonathan Kruger Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Your child is the most precious vessel in your life, and finding a trusted therapist to address your child’s emotional challenges is one of the toughest decisions a parent can face. Engaging with children in a safe, supportive way has been a lifelong passion of mine. I was blessed to be raised in a household that was joyous, accepting, filled with music, and also filled with children. My mother was a music therapist for children with special needs and disabilities, and observing her connect through music to deeply impaired youth had a profound impact on my life. Her example taught me to understand and engage children at their level, and I have taken those lessons into my therapeutic process, whether it be working closely with troubled children and teens throughout the Los Angeles County Unified Schools district, or engaging with children in my private practice.
My approach to child therapy is two-pronged. First, I seek to engage the child as an active participant in the therapeutic process. Deploying imagination, play, art, music, breathing, dancing, and energy work, the purpose is to build deep trust and communication at a level the child can embrace and that feels authentic to the child’s experience. Since children clearly do not have the communication skills of adults, building this connectivity, sense of safety, and environment of trust is vital. This is often accomplished through transitional objects, such as toys, dolls, and musical instruments. This signals to the child that our communication will take place at a level which is understandable to them, as well as comfortable and trusting. Once this attachment has taken place, it then becomes possible to infuse and suggest different thought and behavior patterns that address the child’s underlying issues.
Building this foundation of trust with the child is vital, but it is often just the first step. The second element of my child therapy practice is to fully enlist the family in understanding, supporting, and resolving the child’s emotional challenges. Clearly, the family and parenting dynamic is critical to the child’s behavior. Yet truly understanding that family dynamic is a sensitive process, especially given the enormous pressure parents are under in today’s world to be, simply put, perfect. My approach with parents is to, first, actively defuse this “perfection pressure.” No parent is perfect, and a key step is to uncover and explore the internal parenting dynamic absent the external pressures parents face today. Another key step is active “re-parenting” where I work closely with parents to identify different parenting techniques that will help support the child’s therapeutic process.
A holistic approach to child and family therapy is critical to long term healing and opening new, positive behaviors. Crafting a trusting, safe, and child-centric environment is a lifelong passion and a key part of my overall practice.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Echo Park, CA
Online in Echo Park, California