Child Therapy
Professional Counseling & Life Coaching
Professional Counseling & Life Coaching
Child Therapy Services
Providing Comprehensive Therapeutic Approaches 
Child therapy encompasses a variety of techniques and approaches designed to help children cope with emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges. At our therapy center, we specialize in six distinct methods: play therapy, EMDR with play therapy, expressive arts therapy, sand tray therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and child-parent relational therapy. Each approach is tailored to the unique needs of the child, ensuring a supportive and nurturing environment for healing and growth.
Play Therapy
Play therapy is a structured, theoretically based approach to therapy that uses play as a means of helping children express their feelings and resolve psychosocial challenges. Through play, children can explore their emotions, develop coping mechanisms, and communicate their experiences in a safe and controlled setting. Our play therapy sessions often include the use of toys, games, and creative activities that engage the child and facilitate meaningful interactions.
Benefits of Play Therapy
- Helps children express their emotions in a non-verbal way
- Encourages creativity and problem-solving skills
- Promotes healthy development and self-esteem
- Provides a safe space for children to explore their feelings
- Strengthens the child-therapist relationship
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) & Play Therapy
Using the therapeutic playroom and the evidence-based intervention EMDR to resolve traumatic experiences through Bilateral Stimulation (alternating sensory input to engage both sides of the brain for healing). This approach combines trauma processing techniques with expressive arts and symbolic powers of Play. Bilateral stimulation is activated through a variety of mediums, such as with drawing, use of toys, and role-playing.
Benefits of EMDR & Play Therapy
- Improve emotional expression
- Improve safety for emotional healing
- Shift negative thinking to positive thinking
- Improve coping skills
Expressive Arts Therapy
Expressive arts therapy integrates various forms of creative expression—such as drawing, painting, music, and dance—into the therapeutic process. This type of therapy allows children to use their creativity to express their emotions and experiences, often leading to greater self-awareness and emotional release. Our therapists work closely with each child to identify the most effective forms of artistic expression for their specific needs.
Benefits of Expressive Arts Therapy
- Encourages self-expression and emotional release
- Fosters creativity and imagination
- Helps children process trauma and difficult experiences
- Promotes personal growth and self-awareness
- Enhances communication skills
Sand Tray Therapy
Sand tray therapy is a form of expressive therapy that uses a sandbox and miniature figures to create scenes and narratives. This technique allows children to project their inner world onto the sand tray, providing a tangible medium for exploring emotions, resolving conflicts, and gaining insight into their experiences. Our therapists guide children through the process, helping them interpret and understand the symbolic meanings of their creations.
Benefits of Sand Tray Therapy
- Provides a non-threatening way to express emotions
- Facilitates self-discovery and insight
- Encourages storytelling and narrative skills
- Helps children process and resolve trauma
- Offers a creative outlet for emotional expression
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, goal-oriented approach that focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors. CBT helps children understand the connections between their thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches them strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and other emotional challenges. Our therapists work with children to develop practical skills and techniques that can be applied in everyday life.
Benefits of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Helps children identify and challenge negative thoughts
- Teaches practical coping strategies and problem-solving skills
- Promotes emotional regulation and resilience
- Improves communication and interpersonal skills
- Supports long-term mental health and well-being
Child-Parent Relational Therapy (CPRT)
A therapeutic approach, aimed to strengthen the attachment between children and their caregivers. This approach is typically completed in 10 therapeutic sessions with both the child and caregiver(s) present. In CPRT, caregivers become more in tune with the physical and emotional needs of their child. Caregivers improve communication with their child to facilitate co-regulation for emotional stability. In this framework, the child begins to feel more understood and accepted.
CPRT Benefits
For Child:
- Feeling more understood
- Feeling accepted
- Increased positive self-dialogue
- Reduced Behavioral Problems
- Developing a stronger and more secure bond with the caregiver
- Establishing safety with the caregiver
For Parents:
- Improving the understanding of child's emotional needs
- Enhancing parenting skills
- Improving the ability to recognize and understand their child in a new way
- Developing a stronger and more secure bond with the child
- Establishing safety with the child
We help children ages 3 and up who are experiencing:
- Anxiety and overwhelming worries
- Focus and attention challenges (ADHD)
- Emotional outbursts or behavior changes
- School-related stress
- Social anxiety or friendship struggles
- Signs of depression or mood changes
- Difficulty with life transitions
- Trauma or difficult past experiences
- OCD or repetitive behaviors
Our child therapy center is committed to providing a comprehensive range of therapeutic approaches that cater to the individual needs of each child. Whether through play, expressive arts, sand tray, or cognitive behavioral therapy, we strive to create a supportive and nurturing environment where children can heal, grow, and thrive. Our dedicated therapists are here to guide and empower children on their journey to emotional and mental well-being. Schedule your free 15-minute consult today by calling (321) 757-4015.
Please watch this great video that explains how play therapy can benefit your child.
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