Child Psychology & Play Therapy
Little hearts, big emotions – kids feel it all, just like grown-ups!
From being overwhelmed to excited, jealous to embarrassed, and everything in between, kids feel it all, even before they can say it.
Sometimes, they experience complex emotions like guilt and shame, even as young as two! It’s a wild emotional adventure for them, but they might not have all the words or tools yet to navigate it.
So, as their sidekicks, we’ll help them understand and manage these fantastic emotions as they grow and soar through life!
Their emotions paint a vivid story through actions, not just words.
Welcome to the unpredictable world of kid emotions! We’ve all witnessed their unique ways of expressing feelings – from epic tantrums to sassy back-talk and everything in between. Clinginess, school refusal, and even nighttime drama can add to the mix.
It’s not all rainbows and unicorns, right? Kids will be kids, and some of these expressions are only a part of growing up. We all face moodiness, friendship fiascos, sibling skirmishes, and school challenges.
Now, here’s the tricky part – when does the regular roller coaster of childhood emotions take an unexpected turn? How do you know if there’s more to these behaviors than meets the eye? Let’s unravel this puzzle together!
Here are reasons parents seek therapy for their child at Therapy is Love (TIL).
Here at TIL, we support parents and caregivers in their quest to shield their children from struggles and empower them to discover their strengths. We address a wide range of concerns to help children thrive, including:
Navigating ADD/ADHD challenges- Embracing the journey of adoption
- Mastering anger management
- Coping with grief
- Addressing bullying issues
- Managing depression and mood disorders
- Healing from trauma, including sexual and physical abuse and natural disasters
- Mastering stress management techniques
- Easing social anxiety
- Building self-esteem and self-worth
- Helping with selective mutism
- Stepping away from risky behaviors
- Supporting children with school refusal concerns
- Embracing relaxation and mindfulness training
- Conquering phobias
- Strengthening parent-child communication
- Empowering parents with behavior management strategies
- Resolving family and parent-child conflicts
- Nurturing positive body image
- Overcoming anxiety and obsessive-compulsive tendencies
- Mastering anger management
Here is what therapy looks like for your child at TIL.
We get it – therapy for your child might initially seem a bit mysterious. But fear not; we’re here to show how it all works!
First, we’ll sit down with you, the parents, to gather some background info and understand what you hope to achieve through therapy for your child. This way, we can create personalized treatment goals.
Next, it’s time for your child to meet the therapist. We want them to feel safe, comfortable, and understood in this space. Our child therapists are experts at using cool stuff like board games, toys, and art to build that special connection with your little one. It might take a session or two, but we’ll get there!
And guess what? Kids usually love coming to therapy! They might ask you when they can see their “feelings doctor” again. Throughout the process, we’ll keep you in the loop with regular check-ins and valuable tools you can use at home to support their progress.
Our approach is all about mindfulness and positive parenting.
We’ll help you connect with your child on a whole new level and equip you with the skills to handle any parenting challenge that comes your way. You’ll uncover your parental superpowers while learning new ways to strengthen your bond and navigate those tricky moments.
So, let’s embark on this journey together, where we’ll empower your child to grow and thrive and boost your parenting confidence along the way!
Listen to that parental instinct!
Don’t hesitate to reach out if your child faces challenges beyond your comfort zone.
We’re here to join forces with you and be part of your support team.
Call us today at (305) 761-9584, and let’s work together to help your child thrive!