Children and Youth Counselling
Child and youth therapy, or child counseling, provides a safe space for children and teens to address emotional, social, and behavioral challenges, offering tools and support to improve their well-being and coping skills.
Child and youth therapy, also known as child counseling, aims to support children and youth in navigating emotional, social, and behavioral difficulties.
The goal isn’t to “fix” the child, but rather to equip them with the skills and strategies to manage challenges, improve their well-being, and build healthy relationships.
Therapists use various approaches, including play therapy, expressive arts, and talk therapy, to connect with children and help them express their feelings and experiences.
Therapy can help children and youth cope with a wide range of issues, such as: Emotional: Anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and difficulty regulating emotions. Social: Bullying, social isolation, difficulty making friends, and relationship problems. Behavioural: Disruptive behaviours, attention problems, and difficulty following rules. Family: Family conflict, divorce, and substance abuse in the family.
Therapists create a safe and supportive environment where children can explore their thoughts and feelings, develop coping skills, and build self-esteem.
Therapy often involves parents or caregivers, providing them with tools and strategies to support their child’s emotional and behavioral well-being.
Play Therapy: For younger children, play therapy uses toys and games to help them express their feelings and work through difficult experiences.
Talk Therapy: As children get older, talk therapy becomes more prominent, allowing them to express their thoughts and feelings verbally.
Skill-Building: Therapy can help children learn new skills, such as problem-solving, communication, and emotional regulation.
EMDR can also be a great resource to teach children how to process and regulate emotions.