Child Therapist
Marie Zeledon, M.A., LPCC
Counselor
In 80533 - Nearby to Gunbarrel.
Marie provides a warm, nurturing, and developmentally sensitive space for children to express themselves and navigate life’s challenges. She uses evidence-based approaches, including play therapy, along with mindfulness and creative techniques, to help children process emotions, build coping skills, and develop self-esteem. By creating a safe and supportive environment, Marie helps children communicate what they may not yet have the words to express, fostering emotional resilience, confidence, and healthy relationships with themselves, their peers, and their families.
Child Therapist
Claire Harstine, M.A., LPCC
Counselor
In 80533 - Nearby to Gunbarrel.
Claire approaches counseling for children with warmth, patience, and a deep understanding of developmental needs. She creates a safe, nurturing environment where children feel comfortable expressing themselves through play, art, and creative therapies. By tailoring her approach to each child’s unique strengths and challenges, Claire helps them build emotional regulation, confidence, and healthy coping skills. She also partners closely with families to support the child’s growth and healing both in and outside of therapy, fostering lasting positive change.
Child Therapist
Jamie Smiertelny, M.S.W, LCSW
Counselor
In 80533 - Nearby to Gunbarrel.
If your child is acting out, experiencing big emotions, or acting unusual it may be a sign your child needs some extra support. Whether your child is experiencing a major life change, bullying, struggling in school, or something else entirely, Jamie Smiertelny has the knowledge and skills to help your child get back on track and eventually thrive. She uses methods such as play therapy, art therapy, and sand tray therapy to help your child understand and work through their emotions. Call (970) 227-2770 to schedule a free consultation with Jamie.
Child Therapist
Angela Dotzenrod, MA, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
In 80002 - Nearby to Gunbarrel.
Teens can have a variety of difficulties including questioning their identities, struggling with self esteem and acceptance issues, worrying about meeting expectations, lacking organizational skills, and recovering from abandonment or trauma. I work with teens to help them develop their personal values, identify their unique talents and abilities, develop social and practical skills, and heal from past hurts and trauma. Anxiety and bullying are also common issues I work with.
Child Therapist
Griffin Kauffman, B.A.
Counselor
In 80533 - Nearby to Gunbarrel.
Griffin works with children ages 5 and up, providing a warm, supportive space where they can express themselves through play, art, and creativity. Using child-centered play therapy and expressive arts techniques, she helps children explore emotions, build self-esteem, and develop healthy coping skills. Griffin meets each child with patience, curiosity, and compassion, creating a safe environment for growth. She also collaborates with caregivers to support progress at home and school, fostering resilience and emotional well-being in every child.
Child Therapist
Liz Rand, M.A., LPC
Counselor
In 80503 - Nearby to Gunbarrel.
Child and teen counseling involves working to address the emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs of young people. My priority is creating a nurturing and supportive environment. I will work with your child to uncover underlying sources of distress and equip them with effective coping strategies. A welcoming setting where thoughts and emotions are expressed openly, without fear of judgement. Therapy sessions customized to address specific challenges, goals, and developmental needs. A comprehensive approach that ensures compassionate and individualized care.
Child Therapist
Ryan Battaglia, M.S., LPCC
Counselor
In 80533 - Nearby to Gunbarrel.
Ryan creates a warm and supportive environment tailored to the unique needs of children, helping them express their feelings and navigate challenges in a safe space. He uses age-appropriate techniques, including play therapy, to engage children in healing and growth. Ryan collaborates closely with families to support the child’s emotional and social development, helping them build resilience, improve self-esteem, and develop healthy coping skills that promote long-term well-being and confidence.
Child Therapist
Lisa Taylor, M.S.W., LSW
Counselor
In 80533 - Nearby to Gunbarrel.
Lisa Taylor creates a safe, nurturing space for children ages 5 and up to express themselves and work through challenges. She incorporates creative therapies like art, play, and movement alongside somatic and mindfulness techniques to help children build emotional regulation, self-esteem, and coping skills. Lisa collaborates closely with families to support healthy development and address issues such as anxiety, trauma, and peer conflict. Her compassionate, trauma-informed approach fosters resilience and empowers children to grow and thrive.
Child Therapist
Kelsey Edwards, M.S.W., SWC
Counselor
In 80533 - Nearby to Gunbarrel.
Kelsey Edwards has a wealth of knowledge and experience working one on one with children and families to help foster strong and supporting relationships. Kelsey has experience working with and advocating for children who have undergone abuse and neglect and is skilled in helping family units heal from adversity. Kelsey is passionate about working with children to help them learn grow and overcome anything life throws in their way. Contact Kelsey at Foundations Counseling and see how individual counseling can benefit your child.
Child Therapist
Dennis H. Harris, MA
Registered Psychotherapist
In 80026 - Nearby to Gunbarrel.
I use non-directive, directive and sand play therapy when working with children. Given that younger children's brains are in a process of development and many of the more complex cognitive skills don't develop until later, play is the most effect method of learning to solve problems and process emotions or issues. As a school counselor I worked with families, teachers and children. I have trained as a synergistic play therapist, a person centered play therapist and in sand play.
Child Therapist
Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.
Coach/Change Agent/Consultant
In 80202 - Nearby to Gunbarrel.
Many times, child therapists overdo the family system in their quest to seek effective solutions for emotional, learning or behavioral concerns with young children. And many times doctors overpathologize issues that shouldn’t be medicated necessarily. This leaves parents wondering what is the best route for their child? Introducing brainwave optimization technology. A fast, effective, natural, and less expensive way to allow your child's brain to make the optimizing changes it desires to make---on its own! Without any external force, opinion, medication, diagnostic, etc. Contact kevin@kevinflemingphd.com or 877-606-6161.
Child Therapist
Margibel Vazquez, M.S., MFTC
Counselor
In 80533 - Nearby to Gunbarrel.
Margibel Vazquez specializes in counseling children by creating a safe, nurturing space where young clients feel seen, heard, and understood. She uses play therapy, art therapy, and child-centered approaches to help children express emotions, build coping skills, and navigate challenges such as anxiety, trauma, or family changes. Margibel tailors her techniques to each child’s developmental needs, supporting their emotional growth and resilience while collaborating with families to foster a supportive environment for lasting healing and well-being.
Child Therapist
Sue McCullough, LCSW
Licensed Clincial Social Worker
In 80027 - Nearby to Gunbarrel.
Young children do not have the verbal skills to explain what is bothering them and may become angry or depressed. I communicate with children at the appropriate age level using books, games, and drawing. As we play together, your child will feel safe and find a way to express feelings not easily expressed because of lack of words. I will help your child develop new coping and verbal skills that will allow expression of feelings. I will, or course, communicate with you as the parent and make suggestions to help you interact better with your child
You have found the top therapists in Gunbarrel, CO who specialize in helping children.
Thank you for visiting our Colorado page of licensed child psychologists and child therapists in Gunbarrel, Colorado who are trained and experienced in helping children and youth. Working with children requires a different skillset from other types of therapy and here you will find therapists who are skilled, patient and experienced. Please note that while all therapists here work with children, not all may be a registered psychologist. You can easily verify this on each profile. Reach out to a child therapist or child psychologist in Gunbarrel today, our contact forms are "open" 24/7.
Gunbarrel is located in Boulder County, Colorado. It has a land area of 6.28 square miles and a water area of 0.06 square miles.  The population of Gunbarrel is 8,933 people with 4,195 households and a median annual income of $80,367. .
Therapy Affordability Meter for Gunbarrel, CO
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Establishing weekly sessions with a professional therapist is considered affordable in Gunbarrel for the average family. While sustaining a commitment to therapy is usually not an issue, if mental health treatment feels like a burden please ask your counselor about accepted insurance plans or sliding scale fees. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Gunbarrel public health department.