Child Psychologists and Child Therapists in Progress Village, FL.

I have been working with children since 2002. I am passionate about helping children. I also enjoy working with parents to help them overcome the challenges that come with raising children with special needs. I have extensive experience working with children that have been diagnosed with autism, learning disabilities, hyperactivity, attention problems, defiance, and many others. I can provide comprehensive assessments to help identify learning disabilities and special needs. I also provide therapy to children and their families to help overcome difficulties.

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Children are often misunderstood by grown-ups because they tend to express their feelings and perceptions through actions instead of words, and grown-ups often find these actions challenging or troublesome, which in turn leads to more misunderstanding. My approach with a child is thus to develop a therapeutic rapport, so the child can understand that he or she won't be judged personally for his or her actions or difficulties. This encourages the child to express him- or herself honestly and to appreciate counseling as an opportunity. I often also work closely with the parent(s) or guardian(s) since they play such an important part in the child's life and in how that child thinks and feels.

Profile For: Dr. John Knight,PhD,LMHC Dr. Knight is a seasoned therapist and has served as a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor over 16years. His professional and relational approach is empathic , sensitive and intuitive. A committed supporter of parent - child relationship development. Dr. Knight is a Certified Relationship Specialist with the American Psychotherapy Association.

With over 10 years of experience working with children and teens, I've learned how to make them feel understood and empowered to make good choices for themselves. Although different from the problems grown-ups might experience, children and teens still experience BIG emotions and deal with real problems that they need help with. Therapy can help your child or teen express themselves in a positive way through healthy coping skills. I will provide empathy and validation and provide practical tools for dealing with their mental health issues. With kids and teens, I love to incorporate play and art therapy and creative outlets that work for them.

I work with children as young as three years old who have experienced traumatic situations such as accidents, medical trauma, divorce, abuse, neglect, traumatic grief, etc. Children who are struggling with the after effects of trauma may exhibit symptoms similar to ADHD. They may appear angry and irritable. Helping children process their trauma memories may resolve then difficulties or clarify other diagnoses. I have several evidence-based therapies to help children including Trauma- Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy and EMDR.

Children and adolescents can be challenging when it comes to therapy, as they are changing and evolving into small humans. Counseling and therapy can assist children in identifying healthy strategies and coping skills to develop their personality, as well as bonding and building a relationship with peers. We can assist your child in identifying a sense of self, focusing on healthy skills.

Young children treatment interventions very often involve parents and caretakers at some point. Disruptive Behavior Problems are most prevalent, specifically Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and Conduct Disorder (CD), however fear, anxiety social issues also rank highly. In my practice, I use behavior therapy (parent management training), both individual and group cognitive behavioral therapy as well as multisystemic therapy. MST is goal-oriented and focuses on helping the caregivers manage and nurture their challenging children more effectively. As your child's therapist I become intimately involved in every aspect of their life and social network including peers, school and family.