Child Psychologists and Child Therapists in Wheat Ridge, CO.

Karen provides a warm, playful, and supportive environment where children feel safe to express themselves and work through emotional or behavioral challenges. Using age-appropriate, evidence-based approaches such as play therapy, she helps children build emotional awareness, improve communication, and develop healthy coping skills. Karen collaborates closely with parents and caregivers to support the child’s growth both in and outside of sessions. Her goal is to help children feel understood, confident, and better equipped to navigate their world.

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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.

Katie’s approach to counseling children is warm, relational, and grounded in the belief that kids do their best when they feel safe, understood, and supported. She creates a welcoming therapeutic space where children can express themselves in ways that feel natural to them, using developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and strengths-based interventions. Katie integrates creative therapies such as play and movement to help children communicate feelings they may not yet have words for, while also building emotional regulation, self-esteem, and coping skills. She works collaboratively with caregivers when appropriate, honoring family systems and attachment, and always centers the child’s voice, pace, and unique strengths in the healing process.

Erik Peaslee approaches counseling with a compassionate and individualized perspective, believing that each child’s experiences and challenges are unique and deserving of understanding. He creates a safe, nonjudgmental environment where children can express themselves authentically, explore their emotions, and develop coping skills at their own pace. By combining evidence-based strategies with empathy and patience, Erik helps children navigate anxiety, depression, social difficulties, and family transitions. His goal is not only to address immediate concerns but to empower children to build resilience, self-confidence, and long-lasting emotional well-being, fostering growth that extends beyond the counseling room.

Madi Nigro approaches counseling for children with warmth, patience, and creativity, creating a safe and supportive space where young clients feel heard and understood. She integrates play therapy, art, movement, and other creative techniques to help children express emotions, build coping skills, and process challenging experiences in ways that feel natural to them. By collaborating with families and focusing on each child’s unique strengths, Madi helps children develop confidence, resilience, and healthy communication skills, fostering growth, emotional well-being, and positive relationships at home, school, and in their communities.

Children under 6 years of age are not yet developmentally ready to communicate their thoughts and feelings in words. Moreover, understand why they feel the way they feel and appropriately display their emotions. Children need to be nurtured, supported and guided navigating through uncharted territory. I provide a safe, warm environment for your child to learn about social interactions and express their emotions in a healthy manner. I offer play therapy, art therapy and animal assisted therapy, which promotes communication skills, helps escape stress and learn coping strategies. Moreover, parents and caregivers are involved in the therapeutic process.

Jackie Woodward approaches counseling with children by creating a warm, playful, and supportive environment where young clients feel safe to express themselves in ways that feel natural to them. She uses developmentally appropriate, movement-based, and creative techniques to help children communicate their feelings, understand their experiences, and build emotional regulation skills. Jackie blends Person-Centered, Strengths-Based, and Cognitive-Behavioral strategies to gently guide children in recognizing their strengths, developing coping tools, and improving communication at home and school. With patience, curiosity, and intuitive awareness, she helps children gain confidence, navigate challenges, and form healthier patterns that support long-term emotional well-being.

Therapy for young children supports emotional expression, behavioral regulation, and healthy development during early years. Using developmentally appropriate, relational approaches, therapy helps children communicate feelings, build coping skills, and feel safer navigating big emotions or transitions. Caregivers are often included to strengthen attachment, improve understanding of a child’s needs, and support positive changes at home, school, and in relationships.

At Foundations Counseling, we offer counseling services to children and adolescents between the ages of 2 and 18, who may be struggling with inappropriate behaviors, difficult emotions, and upheaval or trauma in their life. For younger children, our specialists utilize play therapy to effectively address their needs. For older children, traditional cognitive-behavioral therapy is often the most effective stragey. We also offer art therapy for all ages. If you feel a child in your life would benefit from therapy, please call us at (970) 227-2770.

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.

I highly specialize in working with young children. I have extensive training and knowledge in early childhood development and use a combination of play therapy and EMDR when treating children. I believe trust is the most important component of therapy with kids and put a large emphasis on building the therapeutic relationship in the beginning. This allows kids to feel safe and benefit long term from the therapy process.

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.