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5,266 people sought child therapy help in Ohio in the last year

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29  therapists available in Ohio

Lakewood

I am and seek to be the type of therapist who is professional, trustworthy, honest, intellectually curious, fully present, hopeful...

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Beachwood

As a divorced woman, I understand how life can drastically change - often for the better, though, because life is truly what you m...

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Columbus

As someone that has struggled and watched loved ones struggle with mental health, I understand the crucial importance of taking c...

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Columbus

We all go through times in life when we struggle with our mental health- You are not alone and I am here to help you reach your me...

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Cleveland

Above all, I prioritize the importance of being both seen and heard....

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Beachwood

I believe to truly practice self-care, we must ensure we are taking time to address our mental health, the same as we ensure our d...

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Cincinnati

My approach is personal and flexible because I don't believe in one-size-fits-all therapy....

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Lakewood

As someone with experience supporting clients in helping individuals heal from toxic or abusive relationships, I bring a trauma-in...

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Cincinnati

As a disabled genderqueer person, I approach life struggles from multiple directions, asking "What changes do I need to make to so...

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Cleveland

As a neurodivergent therapist, I understand how powerful it can be to feel truly seen and supported in your uniqueness....

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Columbus

I am a solution-focused, client-centered therapist with experience treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, and trauma...

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Cleveland

As a psychologist, my role isn’t to tell you what to do, but to challenge you to reflect on what you’re doing and why....

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Columbus

Cecilia Siegel is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), who has dedicated her personal and professional commitments t...

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Cleveland

I combine evidence-based treatment with genuine human connection, helping you find balance through science and empathy....

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Lakewood

As a queer therapist and plant nerd, I understand that life can be complex and messy; let's dig deep and support you in growth eve...

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Columbus

As an African American cis-gender female who used to be a silent sufferer, I understand the difficulty, fear, and stigma of trusti...

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Columbus

As a woman of color, I am a culturally attuned counselor who values your unique experiences, providing support and empowerment tai...

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Cincinnati

As a mom, I have been very intentional about self-care and navigating life's challenges, while building community, remaining authe...

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Cleveland

Having personally experienced the transformative aspects of combining traditional talk therapy with creative arts, I strive to ass...

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Columbus

Lauren A. Carsten is an independently licensed clinical mental health counselor (PCC) and earned her MA in Clinical Mental Health ...

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Cincinnati

Getting help and admitting we need help is not always easy but the fact that you are here right now and you are reading this means...

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Cleveland

I connect with clients on a personal level, as building trust and encouraging active participation in their own care is crucial to...

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Columbus

I enjoy helping people find the best medication regimen to optimize their well-being....

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Cleveland

As a woman in her mid-30s, I understand the pressures that come with different life stages and coping with the changes we face as ...

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Columbus

I am a present-focused, client centered therapist with experience treating anxiety, trauma, substance use disorders, anxiety, depr...

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Columbus

Life can take some unexpected turns and cause some hurt; it is good to talk with someone when feeling ready to heal and finding th...

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Cleveland

As someone who has witnessed the struggles and resilience of the human spirit, I strive to walk alongside my clients with empathy,...

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Columbus

The key to health and happiness is balance: mentally, emotionally, physically, spiritually; trauma makes it hard to know what bala...

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Columbus

My hope each day is to make even the smallest positive difference in someone's life, whether by offering a safe space to process d...

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Starting Child therapy

What is child therapy?

Child therapy, also known as counseling for kids, helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst kids include behavioral issues, trauma, bullying, depression, and anxiety. All ages of children can attend and benefit from child therapy at Thriveworks .

How does child therapy work?

Child therapy works by using multiple techniques tailored to fit the child’s needs based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve play therapy for younger kids or cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks child therapists in , OH have the expertise and experience to help kids at their level.

Play therapy vs. child therapy

Child therapy is a type of therapy meant for clients within a specific age group, while play therapy is an approach to therapy that helps children with self-expression and stress relief, among others. Play therapy is a technique that is often used in child therapy to help children express what’s running through their minds when they do not have the words to express their thoughts and emotions. It can get children to express what’s wrong, what might be causing unwanted behaviors, or what they might need in a way that is accessible to them so that therapists can then work to treat the issue.

How to tell if my child needs counseling

It’s not always obvious when a child should see a therapist for their behavior, though in the midst of challenges like divorce, loss, bullying, and other mental health conditions, it’s often a good idea to seek it out. Common behaviors that can indicate a need for child therapy include separation anxiety, bedwetting (at inappropriate ages), and agitation/excessive irritability — especially if it reaches a point of physical violence.

What type of therapy is best for children?

Cognitive behavioral therapy at Thriveworks in , OH is one of the best types of therapy for children. However, it can be administered in child therapy sessions in a variety of ways that are more accessible to young minds, such as play therapy.

Is child therapy conducted in person or online?

Child therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does child therapy last?

The length of child therapy depends on your child’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, child therapy sessions will last for several months.

How much does child therapy cost?

At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.

Need more help deciding?

In July of 2020, Taylor Swift released a new album called “Folklore” that sent everybody into a tizzy. Fans call this album a portal of nostalgia, and one song in particular transports listeners back to their childhood: “Seven.” In “Seven,” Swift details memories from her childhood, like drinking sweet tea, pretending to be a pirate, and visiting her friend’s supposed haunted house.

The lyrics as well as the tune of the song have a way of making you feel like you’re young again—and your own childhood memories come flooding back. The majority of these memories are probably fond memories, from playing with friends to running free in the backyard. But you might also be reminded of the trouble that you got into with your parents; or the bullies that picked on you at school; or your first breakup. The point is that childhood isn’t all fond memories and whimsical feelings. Childhood is also rife with challenges, as this is a crucial stage of learning and developing—and these challenges have shaped us into who we are today.

Please picture me in the trees. I hit my peak at seven, feet in the

swing over the creek. I was too scared to jump in, but I was high in

the sky with Pennsylvania under me. Are there still beautiful things?”

–Taylor Swift

Swift’s song takes us back and reminds us of the importance of a happy, healthy childhood. The truth is that sometimes kids and teens face really difficult and unfortunate challenges that they must learn to overcome. The good news is that they don’t have to learn to overcome these challenges on their own. Child therapists specialize in helping these young individuals navigate this crucial stage of life, confronting the problems that they encounter along the way. If you think your child could benefit from talking to a therapist, you’re in the right place. Thriveworks Ohio Counseling has child therapy appointments available and you can schedule an appointment now.

When Is Child Therapy Necessary?

Child therapy is a form of counseling that is catered to help children, adolescents, and teens. These age groups don’t yet have the emotional and mental capacity to properly handle many of the challenges that might come their way, from traumatic experiences to divorcing parents or other major life changes. Fortunately, therapists can step in and contribute to the betterment of these young individuals. Now, child therapy might be necessary if a child is…

  • Having trouble sleeping
  • Exhibiting changes in appetite and/or weight
  • Suddenly failing or struggling at school
  • Isolating themselves from their peers
  • Harming themselves
  • Displaying unwarranted aggression
  • Exhibiting signs of a mental illness

In all of these situations, a child therapist can prove helpful. However, these are not the only instances in which your child might benefit from a therapist’s help. A child therapist can function as your child’s outlet each week; they’re there to listen and talk to your child about any difficult feelings he or she might be experiencing. Often, children would prefer not to talk to their parents about how they’re feeling. However, they are open to talking to a third party who they aren’t ashamed to vent to or too scared to talk to.

What Does Counseling for Kids Look Like?

Counseling for kids, or child therapy, equips children with essential tools for growing well through life. These tools help them work through current and future issues, better manage stress, and navigate the wide range of challenges that frequent this stage of life. Now, the ins and outs of therapy do change on a case by case basis. Why? Because your child’s therapist doesn’t design their plan for treatment until they get to know your child, including your child’s…

  • Needs
  • Challenges
  • Goals
  • Openness
  • Personality

These components will help your child’s therapist make a well-informed plan for treatment for your child moving forward. If you choose to pair your child with a therapist at Thriveworks Ohio Counseling, know that they are in good hands.

Set Your Child Up with a Therapist at Thriveworks Ohio Counseling

Child therapy at Thriveworks Ohio Counseling is here and available now. Our providers function entirely online, which means that your child will talk to their counselor via the phone or video. We’ve found that children and teens can find just as much success in virtual counseling, and we hope that you consider giving it a try.

If you’re ready to get started, just reach out to our office. Our scheduling team will assist you right away.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Ohio accept 26 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Ohio | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Ohio | BCBS

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • HealthSmart Accel

  • HealthSmart PPO

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Self-pay costs at
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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I like the availability and ease of making appointments. Debora is always responsive to my emails and always kind. She has become a good friend and confidant in my life. I value her professional skills and insight and wouldn't be where I'm at today without her!
Read more I like the availability and ease of making appointments. Debora is always responsive to my emails and always kind. She has become a good friend and confidant in my life. I value her professional skills and insight and wouldn't be where I'm at today without her!
Amy Sep 2025
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Cecilia has been amazing, very empathetic to my situation. Very understanding. She let's me get my complete thought out and then responds to it in a way that helps me see things with more clarity than before. I would recommend her and this service to anyone that I know.
Read more Cecilia has been amazing, very empathetic to my situation. Very understanding. She let's me get my complete thought out and then responds to it in a way that helps me see things with more clarity than before. I would recommend her and this service to anyone that I know.
Ben Sep 2025
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Alannah has been a fantastically safe space for me to be comfortable enough to share my true thoughts, experiences, and feelings, without having to feel the need to censor myself. They are working with me—not trying to change me—by giving me the tools I need to better express myself in a healthy, positive way. And, that, my friends, has made all the difference.
Read more Alannah has been a fantastically safe space for me to be comfortable enough to share my true thoughts, experiences, and feelings, without having to feel the need to censor myself. They are working with me—not trying to change me—by giving me the tools I need to better express myself in a healthy, positive way. And, that, my friends, has made all the difference.
Maggie Sep 2025
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★★★★★
She help find solutions to my problems
Ryan Sep 2025
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Jessica is kind, friendly, and caring. She helped me navigate through one of the hardest times of my life. She helped me see things that I couldn't at the time. #Healing
Robert Sep 2025
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I have a lot life experience & she ask questions & I was able to get through a lot of my history.
Judith Sep 2025
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Melissa always listens and she is helping me to understand what I'm struggling with. She always offers me ways/resources to do the work I need to do.
Suzette Sep 2025
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Kevin Atwell is great.
Alexander Sep 2025
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Where to find us

Phone number

(614) 428-0624

Languages spoken by OH providers

  • English
  • Spanish

Support Hours

Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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