Child & Adolescent Counseling

Children and teens don’t always have the words to explain what they’re feeling. Changes in behavior, emotions, friendships, school performance, or family relationships can sometimes be their way of showing that something is difficult.
Child and adolescent counseling provides a supportive space where young people can better understand their emotions, develop healthy coping skills, and work through challenges in ways that fit their age and individual needs. We also recognize the important role parents and caregivers play and work collaboratively with families when appropriate.

What Counseling looks Like

A space to feel safe

We create a supportive environment where children and teens can feel comfortable expressing themselves, building trust, and talking about what they’re experiencing.

understanding what’s going on

Your therapist works to understand your child’s emotions, behaviors, relationships, and experiences while considering their age, development, and individual needs.

BUILDING skills that HELPS

Counseling helps children and teens develop practical skills for managing emotions, communicating their needs, solving problems, and navigating challenges at home, schools and others.

What Can We Help With

  • ADHD & Executive Functioning
  • Depression & Anxiety
  • Parenting & Divorce
  • Self Esteem & Confidence
  • Anger Management & Oppositional Defiance
  • Bullying & Academic Challenges

Questions Parents Asks

We know choosing counseling for your child can come with a lot of questions. Every child and family is different, and we want you to feel comfortable understanding what to expect. Here are answers to some of the questions parents ask us most often.

Your child may benefit from counseling if you notice ongoing changes in mood, behavior, sleep, school performance, friendships, or family relationships. Counseling can also help when a child is struggling with anxiety, emotional regulation, attention, self-esteem, life transitions, or simply seems overwhelmed.

Child and adolescent counseling can support concerns such as anxiety, ADHD, emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, low self-esteem, family changes, grief, school stress, social difficulties, and relationship concerns. Therapy is tailored to your child’s age, personality, needs, and developmental level.

Counseling looks different depending on the child’s age and needs. Younger children may benefit from play-based, creative, and activity-based approaches, while older children and teenagers may engage in more conversational therapy. The goal is to help your child better understand their emotions, build coping skills, and develop healthier ways of navigating challenges.

Parent involvement is often an important part of treatment, but the level of involvement depends on your child’s age, needs, and treatment goals. Therapists may provide parent consultations, education, and strategies while also protecting the child or teenager’s therapeutic space and appropriate confidentiality