Child Therapists in New York Helping Kids with Anxiety, Behavior, and Emotional Regulation

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When to Seek a Child Therapist

Parents are often the first to notice when something feels off. You may sense that your child is becoming more anxious, having frequent meltdowns lasting more than a few minutes, refusing to go to school, or withdrawing from family and friends—even if they cannot explain why. When these challenges start to interfere with daily life at home, school, or with peers, therapy can help your child learn how to manage big emotions, build coping skills, and feel more in control.

Seeking in-person or online therapy for children sooner rather than later helps children develop healthy coping strategies before concerns become more overwhelming. Our child counseling services in Rockland County can also give parents clarity, reassurance, and practical tools to better support their child through difficult moments.

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Therapy That Meets Your Child Where They Are

There’s often a lot happening beneath the surface for children. This is a safe, supportive space where they can slow down, share what feels heavy, and receive guidance and care for the areas where they need it most.

Feel Seen and Heard

Become More Centered

Manage Stress With Support

Strengthen Relationships

Therapy Services for Children, Teens, and Families

Our child therapy in Nyack is designed to support children and families at every stage of development. We focus on outcomes that matter most to parents, including improved communication, emotional regulation, problem-solving skills, and stronger relationships. Each service is tailored to the child’s age, needs, and goals, with an emphasis on practical skills that can be applied outside of therapy sessions.

Child Therapy

Individual sessions help children better understand their emotions, improve behavior, and develop coping strategies.

Teen Therapy

Adolescent counseling supports emotional awareness, communication, and decision-making.

Family Therapy

Family sessions strengthen understanding, communication, and collaboration so parents and children can work together more effectively.

Online Therapy

Virtual therapy provides flexible access to care while maintaining the same level of individualized attention as in-person sessions.

Group Therapy

Small, structured groups offer peer connection, confidence-building, and social skill development.

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Why Families Choose Courageous Kids Counseling

Choosing a therapist for your child is a deeply personal decision. Families come to Courageous Kids Counseling for thoughtful, individualized care that emphasizes trust, collaboration, and meaningful progress over one-size-fits-all approaches. By building trust with both children and parents, we create a supportive foundation that encourages growth and lasting change.Our therapists include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs) licensed in both New York and New Jersey, providing professional, evidence-based care families can feel confident in.

Explore our areas of treatment to learn how we can support your child’s unique needs.

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Anxiety Treatment for Children

Helping children feel calmer and more confident as they learn to manage worries and fears.

Depression Treatment for Children

Supporting children in understanding their feelings and rediscovering hope, connection, and joy.

Trauma Therapy for Children

Providing a safe, nurturing space for children to process difficult experiences and begin healing.

ADHD Treatment for Children

Helping children build focus, self-regulation, and confidence while honoring their unique strengths.

OCD Treatment for Children

Supporting children in understanding intrusive thoughts and learning gentle, effective coping strategies.

How Our Child and Teen Therapy Works

If you feel your child is not functioning well inside their home, school, or social environment, and you can’t get them to open up, then working with child therapists and child counseling in New York can help. The main goal is to define problems in bite-sized pieces that your child understands and can cope with. If you’re seeking child therapy services in New York then you’ll be pleased to know that at Courageous Kids Counseling, we offer therapy by licensed therapists that’s tailored for children and teens.

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Play Therapy

Behavioral Therapy for Preschoolers

Pediatric Biofeedback Therapy

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

EMDR for Children

Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD Treatment

Executive Functioning Coaching

Supporting Both Children and Parents

We understand that many parents seek therapy feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, or unsure how to best help their child. Trying to navigate emotional, behavioral, or social challenges alone can feel confusing and isolating. Our approach is designed to support both children and parents by creating a space where everyone feels heard, respected, and understood.

Through collaboration, we help families clarify goals, strengthen communication, and develop practical strategies that support progress at home and in daily life. Therapy is not just about addressing concerns. It’s about empowering children and parents to move forward together with greater confidence and clarity.

Throughout the process, children learn to:

Communicate thoughts and feelings more clearly

Approach parents or caregivers for support

Manage anger, stress, and strong emotions in healthy ways

Cope with challenges without shutting down

Develop problem-solving skills for everyday situations

Start With a Free 15-Minute Phone Consultation

Whether you are considering in-person therapy in Nyack or online sessions anywhere in New York, a free consultation is the first step toward understanding your child’s needs and options. This brief conversation is designed to help parents feel supported, informed, and less alone as they begin the therapy process. You will have the opportunity to share what you are noticing at home or school and ask questions in a low-pressure setting.

During this conversation, parents gain clarity, reassurance, and guidance on next steps, including whether individual, family, or group therapy may be the best fit. There is no obligation to commit, only an opportunity to explore support.

Erica Smuckler, LCSW, Courageous Kids Counseling, child and teen therapist, New City, NY.

Hi, I’m Erica Smuckler.

Erica Smuckler, LCSW, is the founder of Courageous Kids Counseling and a licensed clinician specializing in child and adolescent mental health. Her work focuses on supporting children and teens as they navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation challenges, and behavioral concerns using compassionate, evidence-based care. Erica has extensive experience working with children at different developmental stages and understands how emotional struggles can impact a child’s behavior, relationships, and sense of self.

Erica brings a relationship-centered approach to therapy, emphasizing collaboration with parents and caregivers throughout the therapeutic process. She believes meaningful progress happens when children feel heard, understood, and emotionally safe, and when families are equipped with practical tools they can use outside of sessions. By fostering strong therapeutic relationships and maintaining open communication with parents, Erica helps families create lasting change that supports growth both during therapy and long after it ends.

Rates, Scheduling, and What to Expect

Starting therapy comes with practical considerations, and we aim to make those clear from the start. Individual therapy sessions for children and teens are $210 for 45 minutes, with a $235 initial intake that includes a comprehensive assessment to understand your child’s needs and establish goals.

We are an out-of-network provider, which allows for greater flexibility and clinical quality, and many families choose to seek reimbursement through their insurance plans. Therapy is available both in person and through secure, HIPAA-compliant virtual sessions for families across New York.

Appointments are offered after school during the week and on Saturdays to support busy schedules, with an emphasis on consistent session times. Parents are encouraged to attend the first session and may be involved in future sessions as appropriate, helping reinforce progress at home and support meaningful, lasting change.

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What Parents & Caregivers Are Saying

Parents and caregivers consistently share how therapy has supported positive changes in their children and families.

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"Thank you so much!! Allison is the best ever! We couldn’t be happier with her. She is so accommodating and understanding and my daughter just adores her. Thank you."

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"My granddaughter has had some serious issues and always seemed sad and moody. Recently she opened up and told her mother she liked Erica-which was a really good sign. She also seemed happier - more mellow and confident...a big change. It seems therapy is helping. We are very grateful."

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"Erica was amazing helping us work through co-parenting issues. She was kind, patient, took her time to listen and help us come up with solution that worked for us.”

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"Hi Allison, just wanted to share that today at parent teacher conference, his teacher mentioned how much he has improved in handling his emotions and getting over issues. Thanks so much for your patience, guidance and encouragement so far...I really appreciate all you have done and continue to do."

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"Erica is an astute clinician utilizing the most current strategies to help your child in both individual and group settings. Her approach is warm and gentle."

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Want to know where to start?

In our work together, we will uncover what is missing from your child’s life, what’s holding them back in worry and despair, and what are the ways we can help them move toward a place of happiness and fulfillment.

We provide convenient in-person and online therapy sessions for children. We also offer individual and group therapy services. Schedule an appointment today. You will then receive electronic intake form and consent forms to sign. Lastly, you will meet in person or online with your child's therapist. It's that easy and can make all the difference!

By giving your child a voice, you help them triumph over difficulties and become the best versions of themselves. Together, we can make life-lasting changes happen.

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Locations

13 North Broadway, Nyack, NY 10960

300B Lake Street, Suite 4, Ramsey, NJ 07446

Our Phone Number 914-348-3040

Operating Hours
Monday-Friday: 9:00 am-8:30 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am-6:00pm

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