Child Therapists in Baltimore
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Our Approach to Child Therapy
At Baltimore Therapy Group, we understand that every child is unique, and their emotional and behavioral concerns require a personalized approach. Our team of experienced child therapists is dedicated to providing evidence-based treatment services that cater to the specific needs of each child and their family. We believe in fostering a collaborative relationship with parents and caregivers to ensure that our therapy services are effective and sustainable.
Our approach to child therapy is grounded in the principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), which is highly effective in addressing a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and behavioral problems. We also incorporate elements of parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT) and play therapy to create a comprehensive treatment plan that addresses the child’s emotional, social, and behavioral needs.
Our child therapists are trained to work with children and adolescents of all ages, from young children to young adults, and are experienced in addressing a range of concerns, including school refusal, social skills deficits, and anxious childhood emotions. We believe in creating a safe and supportive environment that allows children to feel comfortable and confident in expressing their emotions and concerns.
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Our work with your family begins with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a popular type of therapy. According to the American Psychological Association, CBT is the “gold standard’ in treatment for a wide range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and low self-esteem.
CBT can also address medical concerns, particularly for families dealing with chronic illnesses and related anxieties.
As a short-term treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a present-focused, problem-solving approach that helps individuals identify behavioral problems and negative thinking. During CBT therapy sessions, your counselor will work with your child to recognize negative thinking patterns and behavior and replace them with more positive self-talk. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can help children and adolescents recognize their strengths, navigate a traumatic experience, communicate more effectively, and learn healthy ways to cope with stress.
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your parent-child relationship or help your child learn new skills to cope with stress, CBT isn’t the only scientifically proven approach to child therapy. The American Psychological Association has also given its stamp of approval to other treatment approaches used by therapists in the Baltimore Therapy Group, including Emotion-Focused Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy.
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy for Behavioral Problems
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), a form of child counseling, is an evidence-based treatment for young children with behavioral problems. The PCIT model involves live coaching sessions, where you and your child are in a playroom while your therapist observes your behavior from an observation room through a one-way mirror and/or real-time video conferencing.
Children who participate in PCIT often develop greater self-esteem, experience less disruptive behavior, and learn how to better express feelings. In addition, PCIT can help parents, guardians, and caregivers learn how to discipline children in a healthy way and may contribute to greater confidence in dealing with behavioral problems, whether publicly or at home.
From working on relationship enhancement to decreasing the frequency of negative behaviors, PCIT offers a unique opportunity to manage your child's behaviors while remaining calm, consistent, and confident. If your child tends to throw tantrums, struggles with school refusal, or experiences other behavioral problems, one of our licensed therapists can help you explore your treatment options, including our PCIT program.
Specialized Child Therapy Services
In addition to our general child therapy services, we offer specialized services that cater to the unique needs of children and families. These services include:
Behavioral Parent Training: Our behavioral parent training program is designed to help parents and caregivers develop the skills and strategies they need to manage their child’s behavioral concerns. Our trained therapists work with parents to identify the underlying causes of their child’s behavior and develop a personalized plan to address these concerns.
Family Therapy: Our family therapy services are designed to help families work together to address the emotional and behavioral concerns of their child or adolescent. Our therapists work with families to identify the underlying causes of their child’s behavior and develop a comprehensive plan to address these concerns.
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At the Baltimore Therapy Group, we strive to provide a safe space for children and their families to navigate mental health concerns, practice emotional regulation, and cultivate positive feelings. Whether you’re seeking mental health treatment for the first time or searching for a compassionate child therapist, our experienced mental health providers will support you and your child every step of the way. We also address medical concerns as part of our comprehensive care, ensuring that families dealing with chronic illnesses receive the psychological support they need.
New Child Therapy Patients
If you are considering seeking therapy services for your child or adolescent, we invite you to contact us to schedule an initial consultation. During this consultation, we will work with you to identify your child’s specific needs and develop a personalized treatment plan that addresses these concerns.
Our intake process is designed to be efficient and effective, and we strive to schedule appointments within a week of initial contact. We believe that every child deserves access to high-quality therapy services, and we are committed to providing a safe and supportive environment that allows children to thrive. If you have any questions or concerns about our services, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Meet Our Baltimore Child Therapists
Our child counselors use empirically supported treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Expressive Therapies, such as play therapy, art, and sand tray, to help children and their family members build resilience and overcome the struggles that bring them to therapy. Stress management is a crucial part of our therapeutic services, where we teach strategies to manage stress effectively, fostering better communication and resilience within families. Meet our Baltimore child therapists Jessica Jones, LCSW-C, and Rachel Greenberg, LCPC.
Rachel Greenberg Larson, LCPC
Rachel helps children, adolescents, and families cope with a variety of issues from anxiety and depression to behavioral problems and emotion regulation. Throughout the process of therapy, Rachel cultivates a warm and genuine therapeutic relationship. She draws on her certification in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to guide her work. Rachel sees children as young as 3 years old and also enjoys her work with adolescents. She sees children and adolescents for in-person therapy sessions in our Baltimore Therapy office and also works with children in virtual sessions. Rachel also focuses on stress management techniques to help children and families cope with various challenges.
Jessica Jones, LCSW-C
Jessica, one of our expert child therapists, enjoys working with children aged 7 and up. Her work is informed by evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She believes that these approaches, along with a strong and authentic therapeutic relationship, will help your child overcome the challenges bringing them into therapy. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, trauma, depression and grief. Jessica sees children and adolescents for virtual therapy sessions only. She also addresses medical concerns, particularly for families dealing with chronic illnesses and related anxieties.