Child Therapists in Charlotte, NC | Anxiety, Behavior Support & Telehealth

Connect your child with licensed child therapists in Charlotte offering play-based, age-matched sessions, with parents involved throughout. We accept most major insurance plans and help your child work through worry, big emotions, and change.

Child therapists in Charlotte, NC

Your Child's Care Team of Licensed Therapists in Charlotte, NC

Natashia Shelley, MA, LCMHC

Natashia Shelley

MA, LCMHC · NPI 1497158661

A Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor since 2013, Natashia holds a degree in Psychology with a minor in Child Development and Family Relations. She has worked with children, families, special needs, and at-risk youth across home, community, and office settings, and puts young clients at ease quickly.

Benjenus Jenkins, MSW, LCSWA, LCAS-A

Benjenus Jenkins

MSW, LCSWA, LCAS-A · NPI 1902386360

Behavioral Health Director at C.W. Williams Community Health Center in Charlotte, Benjenus works closely with youth and families. She is an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Provider with intensive trauma and ACES training, and builds practical strategies parents can use at home.

Kalia Lapomarel, LCSW, LCASA

Kalia Lapomarel

LCSW, LCASA · NPI 1467125930

Dually licensed as an LCSW and LCASA, Kalia works with adolescents on depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, and trauma. She draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing, making her a strong fit for teens.

What our child therapists in Charlotte offer

What Our Child Therapists in Charlotte Offer

Every child is different, so care at NuTrans Health is built around what your child actually needs. Here is how our therapists help.

Individual Therapy for Children

One-on-one sessions matched to your child's age, using play, conversation, and simple coping tools to work through worry, sadness, and big feelings.

Anxiety and Mood Support

Practical help for children facing worry, fear, low mood, or pulling away from friends, with skills they can use at school and at home.

Behavior and Emotional Regulation

Support for frequent meltdowns, anger, and frustration, helping your child build calmer, steadier responses over time.

Trauma-Informed Support

Gentle, paced care for children after a scary, upsetting, or life-changing event, always at a pace your child feels safe with.

Parenting and Family Support

Guidance for parents, including Positive Parenting strategies, so the progress your child makes in session continues at home.

Teen Therapy

Dedicated support for adolescents navigating anxiety, mood, adjustment, and the pressures of growing up.

When to consider therapy for your child

When to Consider Therapy for Your Child

Every child has hard days. Therapy tends to help when a pattern lasts for weeks, interferes with daily life, or leaves your child stuck. Common reasons Charlotte families reach out include:

  • Worry or fear that shows up as stomachaches, trouble sleeping, or avoiding school
  • Frequent meltdowns, anger, or behavior that feels bigger than the moment
  • Sadness, low mood, or pulling away from friends and activities
  • A recent divorce, move, loss, or other family change
  • Trouble focusing, following routines, or managing frustration
  • Big reactions to a scary or upsetting event
  • Low confidence, harsh self-talk, or struggles with friendships
  • Increased screen time or digital media use that affects sleep, mood, schoolwork, relationships, or daily routines

You do not need to wait for a crisis. Early support often makes hard seasons shorter and gentler for everyone at home.

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Your Child's Therapy Journey, Step by Step

Starting therapy is a big step for your child and for you. Here is how it unfolds at NuTrans Health.

1

First Conversation

The therapist gets to know your child and family, then shapes a plan around your child's age and needs.

2

Getting Comfortable

Early sessions use play, drawing, and easy conversation to help your child feel safe before deeper work begins.

3

Skill Building

Your child gains practical, age-matched tools for handling worry, frustration, and big feelings at home and at school.

4

Parent Partnership

You receive regular updates and simple strategies to use at home, with your involvement matched to your child's age.

5

Steady Review

The therapist tracks what is working and adjusts the plan as your child grows, so you always know what comes next.

Why Charlotte Parents Choose NuTrans Health

Choosing care for your child is a big decision. Families across Charlotte choose NuTrans Health for reasons that matter when a child is struggling.

  • Licensed, Child-Experienced Clinicians: Your child works with credentialed therapists who have real experience with children, teens, and families, not general practitioners seeing kids on the side.
  • Care Matched to Your Child's Age: Therapy looks different for a 6-year-old than a 15-year-old. Sessions use play, art, or conversation depending on what fits your child's stage.
  • Parents Kept in the Loop: You receive regular updates and practical strategies, so the progress your child makes in session carries into home and school.
  • Support for the Whole Family: Positive Parenting guidance and family sessions help everyone at home respond in ways that keep your child moving forward.
  • Care That Fits Real Life: With in-person visits, secure telehealth, and weekend availability, busy families across Charlotte find a time that works.
  • Most Major Insurance Accepted: Coverage includes many major plans, keeping quality care for your child within reach.
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Why Charlotte parents choose NuTrans Health

Hear From Charlotte Parents and Families

Here is what families have shared about their experience with NuTrans Health Charlotte.

Highly recommend them . Ms Natashia has been help my daughter a lot . Thank you

Alicia Lopez

My session with BJ is always above and beyond what I could ever ask. I am thankful for how she carefully helps and guides me.

Jackie Stamps

My experience with Kalia has been amazing. I decided to try virtual therapy and I am not disappointed. I feel connected to her, just like I would in the office.

Katrina Latimer

My experience had always been pleasant with Ms. Natasha. I am enjoying my experience in talking with someone.

vickie davis

We Accept Major Insurance and Self-Pay

NuTrans Health works with most major insurance plans and offers clear self-pay options, so care stays within reach.

Insurance We Accept

Plans accepted at the Charlotte office include the following.

  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Optum
  • Wellcare
  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Carolina Complete Health
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth Caritas Medicaid

If you do not see your plan here, contact the Charlotte office. We may be able to add your insurance within about two weeks.

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Self-Pay Options

Prefer to pay out of pocket or between plans? Self-pay rates are available for therapy and family sessions.

Initial Evaluation

$150.00

60-minute therapy session

Follow-Up Session

$100.00

60-minute therapy session

Location and Service Areas

NuTrans Health Charlotte serves families across the Charlotte including South Charlotte and surrounding neighbourhoods.

NuTrans Health Charlotte Office
Address: 3440 Toringdon Way #205, Charlotte, NC 28277, United States
Phone: (984) 205-3822
Hours: Monday to Sunday, 8 AM to 8 PM EST

Telehealth sessions are available for families throughout North Carolina.

Frequently Asked Questions

At what age can my child start therapy?

Children and teens can benefit from therapy when they are experiencing emotional, behavioral, or life challenges. Younger children often respond well to play-based sessions, while older children and teens use more conversation. Contact the Charlotte office to confirm the right fit for your child's age.

Will I be involved in my child's sessions?

Yes. Parent involvement is part of the process. You will receive regular updates and practical strategies to support your child at home, with the level of direct involvement matched to your child's age and needs.

How long does child therapy take?

Every child is different. Some families see progress in a few months, while others benefit from longer support. Your child's therapist reviews the plan regularly and talks with you about what is working.

Do you offer telehealth child therapy in Charlotte?

Yes. NuTrans Health offers secure telehealth appointments for children and families throughout North Carolina, along with in-person sessions at our Charlotte office.

How do I choose the right therapist for my child?

The best fit depends on your child's age, personality, concerns, and goals. Our team will help match your child with a licensed therapist who has experience supporting children, teens, and families.

What does child therapy cost at NuTrans Health?

NuTrans Health offers transparent self-pay pricing for families who choose to pay out of pocket. The initial evaluation is 60 minutes and costs $150, while follow-up therapy sessions are 60 minutes and cost $100. We also accept most major insurance plans and can help verify your coverage before your first appointment.

Help Your Child Feel More Confident, Calm, and Supported

The right support at the right time can make a meaningful difference in your child's life. Whether your family is facing a recent challenge or ongoing emotional or behavioral concerns, our child therapists are here to provide thoughtful guidance, practical tools, and care that grows with your child.