Therapy for Children (5+)
Helping children understand their feelings, build confidence, and thrive, one step at a time.
Is Your Child Struggling? Signs to Look For
- Persistent worry or fear
- Trouble sleeping or changes in appetite
- Frequent meltdowns or irritability
- Avoiding school or activities they used to enjoy
- Social withdrawal or isolation
- Difficulty with transitions or new environments
- Feeling “overwhelmed” by daily tasks
How Therapy Helps Children
Children benefit from therapy when they struggle with:
Emotional Concerns
- Anxiety, fears, or excessive worry
- Sadness, irritability, or withdrawal
- Mood changes or difficulty self-regulating
- Separation anxiety
Behavioral Challenges
- Tantrums or emotional outbursts
- Difficulty following directions
- Impulsivity or trouble focusing
- Sibling conflict
School or Social Challenges
- Academic stress or performance changes
- Bullying or peer conflict
- Difficulty making or keeping friends
- Avoiding school or activities
Life Events & Transitions
- Divorce, separation, or co-parenting changes
- Moving or adjusting to new environments
- Grief or loss
- Changes in routine or major transitions
Neurodivergence Support
- ADHD or sensory challenges
- Autism-related needs
- Executive functioning difficulties
- Parent-child communication challenges
Low Self-Esteem Issues
- Low self-confidence
- Difficulty expressing emotions
- Fear of failure
- Feeling unworthy or inadequate
What to Expect in Child Therapy
1. Parent Intake Session
Before meeting your child, we meet with you to understand concerns, strengths, and goals.
2. Child Sessions (Play-Based & Supportive)
We build trust, explore emotions, and develop tools through play, conversation, and creativity.
3. Parent Guidance & Collaboration
You’ll receive ongoing communication, resources, and support so you can reinforce skills at home.
4. Progress That Feels Real
Parents often notice improvements in behavior, confidence, communication, and emotional resilience.
Our Approach to Child Therapy
We believe children thrive when therapy feels safe, empowering, and fun. Our child therapists integrate:
Play Therapy Techniques
Helping children explore emotions through imagination, art, games, and storytelling.
Emotional Regulation Skills
Teaching children how to recognize, name, and manage big feelings.
Cognitive Behavioral Tools (CBT)
Helping kids understand thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a simple, child-friendly way.
Parent Collaboration
Regular check-ins to support you with tools for home, school, and daily routines.
Neurodiversity-Affirming Care
Respecting each child’s wiring, strengths, sensory needs, and communication style.
A Whole-Family Lens
Seeing challenges not as “problems to fix,” but as opportunities to strengthen connection and understanding.
Give Your Child the Support They Deserve
Your child’s feelings matter. Their voice matters.
And with the right support, they can learn tools that empower them for life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Parent involvement is essential. While sessions focus on your child, we provide regular updates, guidance, and tools to support progress at home.
That’s okay, many children open up through play, drawing, or games. We meet children where they are and build trust gradually.
Every child is different. We’ll create a personalized plan and adjust it as your child progresses. Many families see improvements within a few months.
Yes, depending on the child’s age and needs. Some children benefit greatly from teletherapy, while others do better in person. We’ll help determine what fits best.
We are neurodiversity-affirming and experienced in supporting ADHD, autism, sensory needs, and executive functioning challenges. Therapy is adapted to your child’s strengths and communication style.