![James Christensen, LMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/james-christensen.jpg)
Child Therapist
James Christensen, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
In 95678 - Nearby to Vineyard.
I am a father of four and have extensive experience working with children and parents. I can help you and your child deal with: • Anxiety • Depression • Rebellious behavior • ADHD • Autism Spectrum • OCD • Cutting and self-harm • Eating disorders • Emotional reactivity • Trauma I believe in helping parent and child work together to create a long-term solution. Children in today’s world face so much pressure. I’d love to give your child the support they need to thrive in this crazy world.
![Kimberly Greene, LMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kimberly-greene.jpg)
Child Therapist
Kimberly Greene, LMFT
Kimberly Greene Royce, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
In 95630 - Nearby to Vineyard.
“I love working with adolescents (I see clients 10 years and up). My inner child comes out and I meet them where they are at. My background in dance, love for art, work with horses/animals and my athletic side really help me relate with them.” Therapy includes: art therapy, movement therapy, behavioral therapy, guided imagery and Eye Movement Desensitization (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Heart Centered Therapy (HCT), attachment focused therapy and Brain Spotting (BSP).
![Nancy Ryan, LMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/nancy-ryan.jpg)
Child Therapist
Nancy Ryan, LMFT
Licensed Marriage Family Therapist
In 95628 - Nearby to Vineyard.
Young children use play for therapy. We have specialists who help children express their emotions and learn coping skills through play therapy, art therapy, and sand tray therapy. If you have a concern about your child’s mental health or behavior. Getting a professional’s opinion on what to do is recommended. However, common things that bring children to counseling include: Anxiety Extreme separation anxiety Depression or extreme and persistent sadness Trauma and/or PTSD Grief and loss ADHD Conduct concerns, aggression, and poor emotional regulation Nightmares and bedwetting School refusal Social anxiety or becoming socially withdrawn Life transitions such as divorce, parental separation, moving, etc.
![Well Coached Life, PhD, MA, SEP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/well-coached-life.jpg)
Child Therapist
Well Coached Life, PhD, MA, SEP
WELL COACHED LIFE| Individuals | Couples | Youth
Available for Online Therapy
GRIT Kids exists to allow parents or caregivers to aid their children in the work of self-awareness—at every developmental stage— to better understand themselves and the world around them. Simple behavioral management fails to develop the internal locus of control that is necessary for developing character and self-discipline. Forming a self-identity and learning to live with purpose is a necessary life skill for children to learn in order to live into their fullest self. GRIT Kids Coaches are trained to help you do the work of raising your child with intention so you can see that little person grow into all they are capable of.
![Patricia Temple, LMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/patricia-temple.jpg)
Child Therapist
Patricia Temple, LMFT
Patricia Temple MS
In 95691 - Nearby to Vineyard.
Children are wonderful. It is through understanding, respect and commitment we can effectively work with a child. A parent successfully can connect with that child by engaging in their feelings and emotions. We can work together and engage the child in a way that will count and you will learn to really be there. When your child is acting out and they are sad, frightened or angry you will be there with them and coach them through these emotional times. This is not about a particular theory or a set of rules It is based from feeling of love and respect for the child even if there feelings are running high. We can work together engage the child and create a positive change.
![Mariann Arney, M.A., LMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/mariann-arney.jpg)
Child Therapist
Mariann Arney, M.A., LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist
In 95258 - Nearby to Vineyard.
Children and teens express themselves through play and activities. I have a separate play area with sand tray and art available for the purpose of expressing emotions that children are otherwise unable to express. These methods allow children and teens to fully express what they feel inside and allow healing to occur in a natural way. I also utilize multiple projective methods as evaluation tools.
![John Kane, LMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/john-kane.jpg)
Child Therapist
John Kane, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
In 95624 - Nearby to Vineyard.
After 11 years of working with children, I find it more effective to work with you, the parent. This is not because you are responsible for the way your child is behaving or what your child is going through, but because you have the most positive power and influence in your child's life. If I can use what I know through education and experience to empower you the parent to connect to your child, it will be more impactful and long lasting than if I spend therapy sessions with them. Your child will also find healing through their relationship with you, increasing trust, and strengthening your relationship for the present and future. You will have your Parenting Power back, stronger than ever!
![Kristen Ewers, MA, LMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kristen-ewers.jpg)
Child Therapist
Kristen Ewers, MA, LMFT
Licenced Marriage Family Therapist and Interns
In 95608 - Nearby to Vineyard.
Decades of research has taught us that the world of the child is one of exploration and play. A child lacks the ability to verbalize their feelings, but, if given the opportunity, can “play out” those feelings in a safe environment. Therefore, we believe that a child’s primary language for expressing their feelings is through their play. In our therapy sessions we strive to meet the child at his/her level and invite them to play freely in our playroom under the watchful eye of our trained play therapist. Through the vehicle of play we help the child to express their confusing and often overwhelming feelings, help them to change negative behavior, and learn more adaptive behaviors.
![Suzanne Greene, JD, MA, LMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/suzanne-greene.jpg)
Child Therapist
Suzanne Greene, JD, MA, LMFT
Psychotherapist, LMFT
Available for Online Therapy
Today it is more complicated than ever to be a teen. With so much going on, it’s common for teens and children feel anxiety, irritability, isolation, low self esteem, and sadness. Teens just need someone to talk to, that isn’t a family member about difficult topics they are experiencing. It’s not that they don’t trust their family, but many times teens need a private, non-judge mental space of their own to gain insight. I have extensive experience working with teens and children, even those resistant to therapy. I specialize with teens managing high academic & athletic achievement. Through therapy teens will learn to manage their emotions, reach goals, and grow into healthy young adults.
![Deborah Cohen, LMFT, MPH,CHT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/deborah-cohen.jpg)
Child Therapist
Deborah Cohen, LMFT, MPH,CHT
Marriage and Family Therapist
In 95819 - Nearby to Vineyard.
Some of the therapists at our Soul Wisdom Therapy group practice work with young children and their parent(s). We offer play therapy and art therapy for the children and a powerful parent-child therapy called Watch, Wait and Wonder for parents with their young child. Please contact us for more information.
![Kimberly Koljat, LMFT, LIMFT-S, RPT-S, RDT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kimberly-koljat.jpg)
Child Therapist
Kimberly Koljat, LMFT, LIMFT-S, RPT-S, RDT
Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor
Available for Online Therapy
Many therapists share they use play therapy in their practice with children, but have not taken further training on its use in therapy. I am a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, which means I completed 3 years and 3000 additional hours of practice after licensure, clinical supervision, consistent continued education courses, and significant focus in at least two play therapy evidence based practices. I utilize Child Centered Play Therapy, Filial Therapy, Digital Play Therapy, and Prescriptive Play Therapy to address children's needs in addition to creative arts therapies (Drama Therapy, Art Therapy interventions).
![Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kevin-fleming,-ph.d..jpg)
Child Therapist
Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.
Coach/Change Agent/Consultant
In 94207 - Nearby to Vineyard.
Many times, child therapists overdo the family system in their quest to seek effective solutions for emotional, learning or behavioral concerns with young children. And many times doctors overpathologize issues that shouldn’t be medicated necessarily. This leaves parents wondering what is the best route for their child? Introducing brainwave optimization technology. A fast, effective, natural, and less expensive way to allow your child's brain to make the optimizing changes it desires to make---on its own! Without any external force, opinion, medication, diagnostic, etc. Contact kevin@kevinflemingphd.com or 877-606-6161.
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Vineyard is located in Sacramento County, California. It has a land area of 17.20 square miles and a water area of 0.00 square miles.  The population of Vineyard is 25,640 people with 7,695 households and a median annual income of $78,647. .
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Establishing weekly sessions with a professional therapist is considered affordable in Vineyard for the average family. While sustaining a commitment to therapy is usually not an issue, if mental health treatment feels like a burden please ask your counselor about accepted insurance plans or sliding scale fees. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Vineyard public health department.