Child Therapist
Rebecca Frank, MA, LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate
In 80128 - Nearby to Thornton.
Adolescents can be a beautiful time in life, but for some it can be terrifying. Navigating through life as we try to find who we are and where we belong can be a daunting task. Support and guidance is always necessary through this time, but also learning through our experiences is vital to development as well. The pressures and expectations that adolescents carry around with them is a huge weight. Having a supportive and caring adult to walk them through this time in their life can be vital to get through this stage in life and thrive.
Child Therapist
Ryan Battaglia, M.S., LPCC
Counselor
In 80530 - Nearby to Thornton.
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 80530 - Nearby to Thornton.
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
Claire Harstine, M.A., LPCC
Counselor
In 80530 - Nearby to Thornton.
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
Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.
Coach/Change Agent/Consultant
In 80202 - Nearby to Thornton.
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
Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.
Coach/Change Agent/Consultant
In 80013 - Nearby to Thornton.
Many times, child stherapists 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 shouldnt be medicated necessarily. This leaves parents wondering what is the best route for their child? Introducting 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
Dennis H. Harris, MA
Registered Psychotherapist
In 80031 - Nearby to Thornton.
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
Meghan Ekins, M.A., NCC, LPCC
Counselor
In 80530 - Nearby to Thornton.
Meghan Ekins creates a warm, safe, and nurturing environment for children to express themselves freely and feel understood. She uses play-based and expressive therapies tailored to each child’s developmental needs, helping them explore emotions, build coping skills, and improve social and behavioral challenges. Meghan collaborates closely with caregivers to support the whole child and family system, fostering resilience, emotional growth, and positive communication, so children can thrive both at home and in their broader environments.
Child Therapist
Marie Zeledon, M.A., LPCC
Counselor
In 80530 - Nearby to Thornton.
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
Kelsey Edwards, M.S.W., SWC
Counselor
In 80530 - Nearby to Thornton.
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
Keira Olivas, M.A., LMFT, LPC-S
Counselor
In 80504 - Nearby to Thornton.
Is your child or teenager struggling in some way with their feelings, behaviors, or relationships? Are you worried about ADD/ADHD, cutting, eating disorders, anxiety or depression? Is your child having difficulty recovering from a traumatic event or death of a loved one? I have helped innumerable children and adolescents recover and improve their lives. If you are worried about a child in your life, call today to find out if child counseling is the answer.
Child Therapist
Sue McCullough, LCSW
Licensed Clincial Social Worker
In 80027 - Nearby to Thornton.
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
Child Therapist
Carole Brooks, Ph.D, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
In 80235 - Nearby to Thornton.
Diamond Counseling provides therapy services for children ages 5 and older. Even though your child may not be able to articulate their need for therapy, they have other ways of letting you know. This can include their performance at school, behavioral issues at home or school that may be problematic, fear, depression, or having difficulty sharing what they are feeling. As your therapist, I work to engage your child in an emotionally safe manner. I also involve, you, the parent(s) whenever possible. I provide evening office hours to fit both your school and work schedules. The Diamond Counseling office location is at Wadsworth and Hampden.
You have found the top therapists in Thornton, CO who specialize in helping children.
Thank you for visiting our Colorado page of licensed child psychologists and child therapists in Thornton, 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 Thornton today, our contact forms are "open" 24/7.
Thornton is a city that is located in multiple counties- Adams County and Weld County in Colorado. It has a land area of 35.73 square miles and a water area of 1.06 square miles.  The population of Thornton is 133,451 people with 42,679 households and a median annual income of $66,948. .
Therapy Affordability Meter for Thornton, CO
Generally Affordable
Therapists in Thornton are often within budget with some potential challenges for longer term commitments. Your mental health and well being are a top priority. If accessibility is a concern, ask your counselor about sliding scale fees or inquire about accepted insurance plans. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Thornton public health department.