Children’s Therapy

As a parent, we know that you love your child and want the best for him.

It can be hard to know whether some of the behaviors you are seeing in your child are a cause to be concerned or are just part of the “bumps in the road” that are a normal part of childhood. Many children experience intense feelings that they do not understand and don’t know how to cope with. This can lead to sadness, moodiness, fear and difficulty controlling their behaviors.

Why might your child need counseling?

When children are struggling, it can show up in lots of different ways.  Children’s brains are different from adult brains, and they cannot think abstractly until around age 12.  This makes it hard for them to understand and process issues that are challenging.  Children often have difficulty expressing their emotions and many times act out their feelings instead.  They struggle with communicating their anxieties and worries directly.  

If they are going through a life transition such as a divorce, a move or a loss of a loved one, counseling can be helpful to provide a safe place for them to process their feelings.

Our professional staff will meet with you to take a thorough history of the issues you are having with your child.  We will also meet with your child utilizing child-appropriate techniques such as play therapy and sand tray therapy to assess your child’s needs and create an individualized treatment plan.  We will involve you in the therapy process to share feedback, recommendations and practical strategies you can implement at home. 

If you are unsure whether your child might need counseling, contact us or call us today, and we will reach out to discuss your concerns.