Understanding Your Child’s Needs

For many parents, concluding that their child or teen may benefit from therapy for their mental or emotional health may be difficult. While a parent has the critical duty of sheltering, feeding, and loving their child, it may be overwhelming when they are confronted with mental health issues that they have not had to live through themselves. No parent wants to think about the struggle of anxiety or depression that their child may be undergoing, but facing those issues head-on is the only way to help their child grow past the pain and ensure the steps they take forward are positively impacting their life. The unique aspect of child development is that they feel all of the same emotions as adults do, but are still learning how to process and cope with what they feel on a day-to-day basis. Therapy can help children/teens and their parents know how to actively listen and engage with each other to support the big emotions they are experiencing and/or life events they are experiencing.

How Can Therapy Help My Child?

Therapy for children and teens offers a unique experience of exploration and acceptance for anyone who chooses to participate. The safe space that is created allows your child to truly dig deep into what may be bothering them and how they can begin to progress from their troubles. Every child will react differently to the tools that therapy provides, which is why we are dedicated to tailoring each session to the individual needs of whoever steps through the door. Below are some areas of expertise that we can provide for a child in need:

● Anxiety disorders (general or social)

● Depression or depressive episodes

● Traumatic experiences and their lingering effects

● Loss of a loved one and grief counseling

● Panic Disorders

● Life transitions such as starting school, moving to a new location, or starting a new journey

● Sibling relationships

● Communication skills and barriers

● Boundary setting between the child and their family

● Healthy coping skills for any of life’s obstacles

● Emotional regulation tools

Here To Help Your Child Succeed

If you believe that your child or teen could benefit from some extra support, please do not hesitate to contact our office. Together we can help your child find the confidence to be their best and brightest selves while still maintaining healthy relationships with those around them.