{"id":1642,"date":"2020-10-20T23:09:58","date_gmt":"2020-10-20T23:09:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/psychotherapyandcounselingservices.com\/?page_id=1642"},"modified":"2021-11-01T20:09:16","modified_gmt":"2021-11-01T20:09:16","slug":"child-therapy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/psychotherapyandcounselingservices.com\/en\/child-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Child Therapy"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Do You Wish You Knew How To Help Your Child?<\/span><\/h2>\n

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If your child is suffering from ADHD, they are likely having trouble paying attention or keeping up in school. Or they may be sad and angry, because there\u2019s conflict in the home or their parents are in the process of divorcing. Regardless of their situation, children often lack the development and self-awareness to understand where their own emotions are coming from and what they mean. This makes it hard for them to express what they are going through. They may be suffering in silence.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you feel like your young one\u2019s challenges are outside your experience and control, you may need the help of a child behavior specialist. Here at SMPsychotherapy & Counseling, we offer professional, compassionate support for you and your child as you navigate life together. We can help your little one learn to regulate their emotions, understand the root of their troubles, and improve their confidence and self-esteem.<\/span><\/p>\n

Many Children Learn Differently And Need Extra Support In Life<\/span><\/h3>\n

Every child is different, and every child learns differently. Unfortunately, the modern education system isn\u2019t built with this fact in mind. Nor is society at large. Many children need extra support and accommodations in life. They may require alternate ways of learning, added time on school assignments, or even extra care in the home. But without these accommodations, they may come to see themselves as the problem, rather than society or the school system as the source of their issues. They may develop lower self-esteem, or think there\u2019s something wrong with them. <\/span><\/p>\n

As hard as these hurdles are for kids, they\u2019re also hard for parents. Your child may seem lazy, rebellious, or simply troubled, when in fact there are deeper, subtler issues going on. They could be dealing with trauma, bullying, self-harm, social anxiety, depression, or ADHD. If you want to know what\u2019s really bothering your child, one of our child therapists can help you get to the root of their issues and offer practical strategies for conquering their symptoms. <\/span><\/p>\n

Child Therapy Is A Time For Your Little One To Relax, Unwind, And Learn Real-Life Skills<\/span><\/h3>\n

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In our initial session, one of our child counselors will meet with you to gather information and gain a clearer understanding of your child\u2019s situation. From there, we will begin meeting individually with your child. We\u2019ll still communicate with you as needed, though, so you can expect to be an active participant in your little one\u2019s healing process. Together, we will co-create a treatment plan that caters to directly to their needs, goals, and desires. If your child needs extra help academically, for instance, we may collaborate with the school to develop a 504 plan (a legal document that specifies what accommodations your child needs). <\/span><\/p>\n

Therapy may seem intimidating for kids, but not here. We want children to be able to express themselves, and that\u2019s why play therapy and art therapy are integral to our approach. Our office has a playroom full of games, toys, and crafts. We also encourage drawing, journaling, and other creative arts. For children struggling to focus or stay calm, we utilize mindfulness techniques such as meditation or deep-breathing to help them stay grounded and relaxed. Additionally, we\u2019ll teach them child-friendly ways to resolve conflict, study more effectively, and create more meaningful relationships with others.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here at SMPsychotherapy, we believe that family is the best medicine, and no one can heal alone. By working as a team, we can help your child get back on track academically, socially, and behaviorally while strengthening their relationship with you. Between us, our staff has over 20 years of experience working with children. In that time, we\u2019ve come to see the healing power of child therapy and want to help you and child experience the same opportunity for a happier, healthier life together. <\/span><\/p>\n

You may have some concerns about counseling for children\u2026<\/span><\/h3>\n
What if my child doesn\u2019t want to come therapy?<\/i><\/span><\/h5>\n

In that case, I would encourage you to tell your child that therapy isn\u2019t always serious and formal. Yes, we\u2019ll be addressing serious issues, but we\u2019ll have fun along the way. In our sessions, your child can express themselves through play, art, or whatever they enjoy doing. This is a time for them to unwind. Here, they can step back from the pressures of school or home and just relax and be themselves.<\/span><\/p>\n

Therapy is for people with serious issues, and my child doesn\u2019t have any.<\/i><\/span><\/h5>\n

Counseling is not just for people with \u201cserious\u201d issues\u2014it\u2019s for ordinary people, too. What\u2019s more, our practice approaches therapy in a way that\u2019s anything but intimidating. We\u2019re not here to make your child feel like a number or label them with a diagnosis\u2014we\u2019re here to empower them to fulfill their goals and live joyfully in the years ahead. There is no standard for how serious your child\u2019s problems must be to receive therapy. Given how common depression, anxiety, and ADHD are in children, most kids could benefit from therapy.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why do children need therapy?<\/i><\/span><\/h5>\n

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Find Practical, Compassionate, Empowering Support For Your Child<\/span><\/h3>\n

If your child\u2019s mental health struggles are getting in the way of their social and academic success, we\u2019d be honored to help. To get started and schedule an appointment, you can call us at 203-800-9778<\/a> or send us an email<\/a>. At the moment, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all our child therapy sessions are online. We look forward to getting to know you!<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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