Child Therapy

Child Therapy

Child therapy is a type of therapy that is used by a therapist who specialize in working with children and teens. Child therapists use a variety of techniques to help children understand and express their thoughts and feelings. Child therapy can be used to address a wide variety of issues, including behavioral problems, emotional difficulties, and social skills deficits.

Our Child Therapist:

Dr. Angela Dover, PhD

Psychologist

Melanae Soos, LSW

Social Worker

Cyrene Kafer, LPC

Counselor

Dustin Vacha, LPCC-S

Counselor

Abby Moore, LSW

Social Worker

Jessica Holland, LPCC-S

Counselor

What is child therapy?

Child therapy is a type of therapy that helps children work through their issues and understand what is happening. It offers children a safe space and an empathetic ear for to express themselves and resolve conflict. Child therapy can be practiced with one child, multiple children, and/or their parents.

Types of Child Therapy Techniques

Child-Centered Play Therapy

Child-centered play therapy is a type of therapy that is aimed at reducing stress in the parent-child relationship and strengthening the bond between parents and children. Parents learn how to respond effectively to their child’s needs during play sessions at home.

Child-Parent Relationship Therapy

Child-parent relationship therapy (CPRT) is a type of therapy that aims to reduce stress in the parent-child relationship and strengthen the bond between parents and their children. Parents learn how to effectively respond to their children’s needs through play sessions at home.

CPRT has been shown to be an effective treatment for many different types of problems, including behavioral problems, emotional difficulties, and social skills deficits. It is also effective in reducing parental stress and improving parent-child communication.

Behavioral Therapy

Behavioral therapy is a type of psychotherapy that aims to help people change their behavior. It can be used to treat a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.

Behavioral therapy can be very effective for kids with ADHD. Behavior therapy techniques can be easily implemented at home and school.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive behavioral therapy is a type of therapy that helps children change negative thought patterns and behaviors. CBT challenges children’s belief systems in order to help them accurately view themselves and the situation. CBT can help your child deal with challenging and stressful situations. CBT can be delivered in a variety of ways, including face-to-face meetings or online courses.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of therapy which focuses on cognitive behavioral techniques. It can be helpful for adults and kids with mental health issues, such as self-regulation and destructive behavior. DBT includes strategies such as mindfulness, emotion regulation, and interpersonal skills.

Child Trauma Therapy

Child trauma therapy is a type of therapy that helps children who have experienced trauma or loss. This type of therapy can help children to talk about memories and feelings that are upsetting, and to explore these through play. Parent-child therapy can also help to improve the child’s attachment to their parent.

How is child therapy effective?

Child therapy is effective in treating a wide range of emotional and behavioral problems in children. It can help children to cope with difficult life events, such as divorce or the death of a loved one. Child therapy can also help children to overcome anxiety, depression, and other mental health disorders.

When Is the Right Time to Seek Child Therapy

There is no one answer to this question, as the right time to seek child therapy can vary depending on the individual child and family situation. However, some general signs that may indicate that it is time to seek child therapy include:

-Your child is experiencing significant emotional or behavioral difficulties that are impacting their daily functioning

-Your child has experienced a traumatic event or loss

-You as a parent are struggling to cope with your child’s challenges and feel like you need additional support

-Your child’s difficulties are impacting your family as a whole

If you are concerned about your child and feel like they may benefit from therapy, it is important to reach out to a professional for guidance.

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How to Talk to Your Child About Therapy

If your child is struggling with their mental health, it may be time to consider therapy. Talking to your child about therapy can be a difficult conversation, but it is important to have. Here are a few tips on how to talk to your child about therapy:

1. Explain why you are considering therapy for them. Let them know that you are concerned about their mental health and that you want to help them get the support they need.

2. Ask them if they would be open to the idea of seeing a therapist. If they are hesitant, try to explain how therapy can help them.

3. Help them find a therapist that they feel comfortable with. Ask around for recommendations or look for therapists who specialize in treating children and adolescents.

4. Attend the first few sessions with your child. This can help them feel more comfortable and can also give you an opportunity to see how they are doing in therapy.

5. Check in with your child regularly about how therapy is going. Ask if they are feeling better and if they have any concerns or questions about therapy.

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