Child Therapist
Richard Bates, LCMFT, RN
Richard D Bates, Marriage and Family Therapist
In 66048 - Nearby to De Soto.
I help young children by helping the family. Often times, a child's behavior is related to a problem within the family. If we help your family, usually the child will get better. Sometimes, especially in the case of foster care or adoption, there is a "wound" that needs addressing, primarily by helping the child receive a loving adult to hang on to. Academically speaking, we may refer you to a psychologist to rule out a learning disability. A family therapist is the best place to start.
Child Therapist
Hannah Sedgwick, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
In 66048 - Nearby to De Soto.
Young children often struggle to communicate what they are feeling in the ways the adults are capable of. This can become a problem if the child is struggling with something and cannot find the right way to communicate or express what is wrong. When working with children I use play as a form of therapy. It allows them to let their guard down and feel comfortable in a space that may otherwise be stressful. Through this play during therapy, children are able to express their emotions in healthy and productive ways.
Child Therapist
Cheryl Pendell, MA, LPC, NCC, CPT
Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Play Therapist
In 64152 - Nearby to De Soto.
A parent is only as happy as their saddest child. It is extremely painful to watch our children suffer and be at a loss of what is going on or how to help them. I am a certified Play Therapist and work with children ages 2 and up. When a child is acting out that is a sign that something is wrong in their world. Play Therapy is the preferred form of therapy for children under the age of ten and it is highly effective for children suffering from abuse, neglect, bullying, low self esteem, divorce etc. Play was a child's first language and we use play in session to gain insight into what is going on in a child's world when they don't have the ability to put words to it themselves.
You have found the top therapists in De Soto, KS who specialize in helping children.
Thank you for visiting our Kansas page of licensed child psychologists and child therapists in De Soto, Kansas 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 De Soto today, our contact forms are "open" 24/7.
De Soto is located in Johnson County, Kansas. It has a land area of 11.08 square miles and a water area of 0.12 square miles. The population of De Soto is 6,074 people with 2,166 households and a median annual income of $51,259. .
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Affordable with Planning
Therapy in De Soto is generally within financial reach for the average family, but some budget planning may be needed for a real commitment to weekly counseling. Remember that your mental health and happiness are important. Check with your De Soto therapist about insurance coverage or ask about sliding scale fees if there are any difficulties with accessibility. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local De Soto public health department.