Child & teen therapy
Support for feelings and everyday challenges
Therapy offers children and teens a place to work on emotional, social and behavioural concerns. The approach is shaped around the young person’s needs.
Reasons families reach out
Worry or low mood
Anxiety, sadness, fears or changes in confidence that affect daily life.
Strong emotions
Difficulty managing anger, feelings or stressful situations.
Difficult experiences
Concerns about relationships, trauma or other challenges that affect well-being.
Working together
An approach that makes sense for your child
Therapy approaches may include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), mindfulness and play-based work.
You do not need to know these terms before asking for help. Your clinician can explain what an approach involves, why it may fit and how you will discuss goals together.
Ask how parents or caregivers take part and how your child’s privacy is respected.
Find out if we are the right fit
You can also ask about support for attention, body image, eating-related concerns, social anxiety and trauma-related concerns. The clinic can discuss whether its services fit your needs.
How do we get started?
Contact the clinic to describe the kind of support you are looking for. Staff can explain the intake process and help you arrange the next step.
Who will take part in sessions?
Ask the clinician who should attend and how parents or caregivers may be involved. This depends on the young person’s needs and the plan for support.
What should I check before booking?
Confirm the ages served, provider, fee, appointment length and whether sessions are in person or virtual. If you plan to use insurance, check the details with your insurer.
A conversation is a place to start
Ask about therapy for your child or teen.