Child therapy in Colorado Springs, CO
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Therapy in Colorado Springs by the numbers
Based on 2748 licensed therapists across the US, including 32 in Colorado Springs · Updated July 2026
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What to expect from therapy in Colorado Springs
You don't need a crisis or a diagnosis to reach out to a therapist in Colorado Springs. Here's what the process usually looks like.
Meeting the parents
Most child therapists start with a session for parents only: your child's history, what you've noticed at home and school, and what you hope will change.
Earning your child's trust
A child needs to feel safe before they'll share much, so the first few sessions are relaxed and low-pressure, at a pace set by your child.
Methods that fit the age
Play therapy is common for young children; school-age children and teens often work with CBT, art or talk therapy. The therapist explains which approach they're using and why.
Family check-ins
Expect periodic sessions with parents or the whole family to review progress, agree on next steps, and decide together when therapy can wind down.
Example searches in Colorado Springs
Illustrative examples, not real client stories — describe your own situation to see who fits.
"My child won't go to school in Colorado Springs"
Situation: Parents in Colorado Springs whose child is refusing to attend school due to anxiety and social difficulties
Example match: Matched with a child psychologist specializing in school refusal and anxiety
"Anxious child therapist in Colorado Springs"
Situation: Parents in Colorado Springs whose child has stomachaches before school and struggles to separate at drop-off
Example match: Matched with a child therapist using CBT and parent coaching for childhood anxiety
"Help my child after our divorce"
Situation: A family in Colorado Springs whose child became withdrawn and tearful after the parents separated
Example match: Connected with a child therapist experienced in divorce adjustment, involving both parents where possible
Play and behavioral therapy for children in Colorado Springs
Is it a phase, or something more? It's the question most parents start with. Local pressures in Colorado Springs, such as military family transitions, high-altitude living adjustments, and outdoor recreation pressures, can reach children through the adults around them. If a change has lasted several weeks, keeps growing, or gets in the way of school, sleep or friendships, it's worth a conversation with a child therapist in Colorado Springs.
Play therapy works well for younger children, who often show what's bothering them through play before they can say it. Collaborative problem solving helps parents and children work through recurring flashpoints together instead of relying on punishment.
What happens when you contact a child therapist
In military families, watch for changes around deployments, homecomings and moves — regression, anger or withdrawal often cluster around those transitions. Sleep problems that last — trouble falling asleep, frequent nightmares, or needing a parent nearby again — can signal worry a child can't put into words.
Ask what a typical session looks like for a child your child's age, and when you might expect to see changes. If you need testing for ADHD, autism or a learning difference, look for a child psychologist who does evaluations; a therapist can usually refer you to one. If orders could move you, ask whether online sessions could continue for a while afterward; that depends on the therapist being licensed in your new state. Reading two or three child therapist profiles in Colorado Springs side by side — focus areas, approach, fees — is often the quickest way to a short list.
What the listings show for children's counseling in Colorado Springs
FindSupport lists 32 therapists based in Colorado Springs, CO, and 3% of them work with children — one profile in all. The share of therapists who work with children is 3% in Colorado Springs, against 3% in Denver and 13% in Boulder. Next to the 3% for child therapy, Colorado Springs profiles show 6% with couples and 3% with families.
Video sessions are an option with about 3% of the therapists listed in Colorado Springs, 1 in all. Video sessions tend to suit older children and teens better than young children, who usually do best in a room with toys and art materials.
Sessions in Colorado Springs typically run $90–$200, below the $100–$210 in Denver; ask about insurance and sliding-scale fees before you book child therapy.
Beyond Colorado Springs: child therapy elsewhere in Colorado
Colorado Springs holds 32 of the 94 therapists listed across Colorado, more than any other city in the state. Video sessions open up the whole state list when you look for a child therapist.
The nearest listings outside Colorado: Phoenix, AZ lists 18, 6% of whom work with children; Scottsdale, AZ lists 32, 3% of whom work with children. Video sessions with them are possible only if they hold a Colorado license.
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Find child therapy help in Colorado Springs →Frequently Asked Questions
Where else in Colorado can I find a child therapist?
Outside Colorado Springs, the Colorado listings with the most therapists are: 31 therapists in Denver, 3% of whom work with children; 31 therapists in Boulder, 13% of whom work with children. A therapist licensed in Colorado can work with you by video from anywhere in the state.
How much does child counseling cost in Colorado Springs, CO?
Child therapy in Colorado Springs typically costs $90–$200 per session. For a sense of scale, twelve weekly sessions at that rate come to about $1,080–$2,400 before insurance or sliding-scale discounts. Ask about insurance and sliding-scale fees when you reach out — many therapists offer one or the other.
Can I see a child therapist online in Colorado?
Yes. Online child therapy works well for many people. The therapist needs to be licensed in Colorado (where you are during the session), so they don't have to be based nearby. About 3% of the Colorado Springs therapists on FindSupport list video sessions, so meeting a local therapist online is an option. Online parent sessions are a practical option even when your child's own sessions are in person.
How many therapists does FindSupport list in Colorado Springs for child therapy?
The Colorado Springs list has 32 therapists; 3% of them work with children, which is one profile. Their profiles show how each one approaches work with children and whether they see clients online.
Should my child see a therapist, a psychologist or a psychiatrist?
Therapists and counselors provide talk and play therapy. Psychologists do too, and can also carry out formal testing, for example for ADHD or learning differences. Child psychiatrists are medical doctors who can diagnose and prescribe medication. Many families start with a therapist, who can refer on if testing or medication seems worth considering.
Can my teenager see a therapist without me?
Rules on minors' consent vary by state, and many teens do better with some privacy in sessions. Most therapists agree up front with parents and teens what will be shared and what stays private.
What's the difference between child therapy and family therapy?
Child therapy focuses on the child, with parents involved through check-ins and parent sessions. Family therapy treats the family as a whole and works on how everyone interacts. Some therapists do both, and may suggest family sessions if patterns at home are part of the problem.
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