Child Therapy

Play Therapy for Children Ages 3–12

Play is a child’s natural language—and one of the most effective ways for them to process emotions and experiences. Through imagination, art, movement, games, and storytelling, children express what they often cannot put into words.

Why Play Therapy Helps Children Heal

Play Therapy allows children to:

• Understand and express emotions safely

• Reduce anxiety and stress

• Improve emotional regulation

• Build confidence and resilience

• Strengthen coping and problem-solving skills

• Process difficult experiences

• Communicate needs more clearly

• Regain a sense of safety and predictability

Developmentally Tailored Benefits

Ages 3–5

• Releases emotional tension through symbolic play

• Supports early coping and communication skills

• Builds emotional vocabulary

• Helps children feel secure and understood

Ages 6–9

• Helps with school stress, friendship struggles, and frustration

• Strengthens problem-solving and emotional regulation

• Encourages expression through art, games, and stories

Ages 10–12

• Combines play with age-appropriate talk therapy

• Builds insight and emotional awareness

• Supports identity, self-esteem, and peer relationships

• Offers a judgment-free space to share more complex feelings

Play Therapy is often a central part of treatment for children experiencing anxiety, behavioral issues, stress, emotional overwhelm, grief, or social challenges.

Talk Therapy for Older Children (Ages 8–12)

As children grow, they become more capable of reflecting on their thoughts and feelings. For older children, we integrate talk therapy with creative or play-based interventions.

Talk therapy helps children:

• Identify, name, and understand their emotions

• Gain insight into behaviors and patterns

• Build communication and coping skills

• Navigate school, friendships, and family dynamics

• Develop personal confidence and resilience

This gentle, supportive approach helps children express themselves freely and learn new ways of handling life’s challenges.

Family Therapy: Supporting the Whole Family System

Child therapy is most effective when families are involved. When your child is struggling, everyone in the household is impacted—and everyone can play a role in healing.

Family Therapy helps families:

• Strengthen communication

• Create predictable routines that promote emotional safety

• Reduce conflict and misunderstandings

• Improve empathy and connection

• Learn strategies to support a child’s unique needs

A connected, supportive family environment is one of the strongest predictors of positive outcomes in child therapy.

Neurofeedback for Children (BrainPaint®)

We offer BrainPaint® Neurofeedback, a research-supported approach that helps the brain self-regulate more effectively. Because children’s brains are still developing, neurofeedback can be especially helpful for emotional and behavioral regulation.

Children who use Neurofeedback often experience:

• Reduced anxiety and stress

• Improved sleep

• Fewer depressive or irritable symptoms

• Increased focus, calm, and attention

• Better emotional regulation

• Greater resilience during transitions and daily routines

Neurofeedback pairs well with Play Therapy, talk therapy, and family therapy for comprehensive support.