Child
Therapy
Therapy offers kids the tools and skills they need to build their own courage, confidence and happiness.
Do they seem more angry, sad, or withdrawn?
Display behavioral issues?
Is academic motivation disappearing?
Do you notice they struggle to stay focused?
Children learn experientially, instinctively taking to play as they grasp skills, understand relationships and the world around them. Our therapists practice play therapy, and help them work through challenges, self regulate their emotion and express themselves, so they can grow into their full potential.
We believe that therapy can help people at all different stages in life and that children can benefit by learning effective communication and boundary-building skills as youngsters. In addition to working through situational distress at home or school, we also work with children managing attention deficit disorder and its accompanying challenges.
It is so powerful for children to work through issues as they bring that knowledge and resilience with them as they age into teenhood and adulthood. After all, happy, healthy children form happy, healthy adults.
ADHD
Oppositional Defiant Behavior
Depression
Separation Anxiety
Anxiety
Grief and Loss
Sibling Conflict
Child therapy aims to support children in developing healthy coping skills, building resilience, and fostering emotional well-being. By addressing emotional, behavioral, and social concerns, child therapists help children thrive and reach their full potential.
Key Features
of Child
Therapy
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Utilizes play therapy techniques, such as games, toys, art, and role-playing, to facilitate communication and expression in a developmentally appropriate manner.
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Focuses on the child’s interests and developmental stage, allowing your child to lead the therapeutic process. We employ techniques to meet the individual needs, interests and preferences of each child.
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Provide a safe and supportive environment for children to explore their feelings, concerns, and experiences.
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Teaches children coping skills, problem-solving techniques, and emotional regulation strategies to manage challenges and stressors effectively.
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Addresses past adverse experiences using evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches.
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Collaborates with you or additional caregivers to understand your child’s needs and implement strategies for support at home.
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Addresses behavioral challenges such as aggression, defiance, social difficulties, with behavior management techniques and positive reinforcement.
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Incorporates cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques to help children identify and challenge negative thought patterns and develop more adaptive coping strategies.
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Provides age-appropriate psychoeducation to children and families about mental health, emotions, and coping skills.
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Tools that help your child withstand challenges and setbacks, while highlighting their unique strengths and encouraging positive self-concept.
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Support healthy attachment between children and parents, so that children form healthy attachments, confidence and self-esteem as they grow.
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Our practitioners are open to collaborating with school counselors, teachers and other professionals to address academic and social-emotional concerns in the academic setting.
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We are skilled at assessing and evaluating this age group for delays and disorders that may impact their functioning.
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Tailors interventions and therapeutic techniques to meet the individual needs, interests, and preferences of each child.
Get Started By Booking a Consult
Taking the first steps towards finding support to heal, change, and grow takes courage. Whether you are ready to schedule a session or you are still deciding if therapy is for you, We encourage you to reach out to our team. We would be happy to answer any questions you may have and to discuss options with you. To make sure we are a good fit, we can provide a free 20 min consultation.
Please provide your information in the contact form below and we will get back to you as soon as possible to schedule a session or answer your questions.
Mentaya
We have partnered with Mentaya to help clients use their out-of-network benefits to save money on therapy. Use this tool below to see if you qualify for reimbursement for my services.
Here's how it works:
1. Sign up for Mentaya: https://mentaya.co/inviteclient/mapleleafcounseling
2. Our practice will enter your sessions into the platform.
3. Mentaya submits the claim and handles any insurance follow-up.
4. You get reimbursed by insurance!
Mentaya charges a 5% fee per claim, which includes handling any paperwork required, dealing with denials, and calling insurance companies.