Child Therapy

Child therapy can help your child work through changes in their life, such as loss and grief. It can help them work through difficult emotions associated with trauma and changes in the family due to blended families, the death of a loved one, the loss of a loved one due to incarceration, and divorce and separation. Child therapy can help your child develop life-long skills to manage unproductive behaviors, stress, and anxiety, increase self-esteem and acquire healthy behaviors.  If your child is struggling with emotions and behaviors, one of the best things you can do for them is to seek professional help from a child therapist to help them work through the difficult emotions. Depending on your child's needs, a child therapist may also be able to help you help your child during this challenging time in a safe and supportive environment. Here’s an overview of what to expect when working with a child therapist. 

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What Is Child Therapy? 

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Child therapy is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on the developmental stage of your child and help them work through changes in their life, work through loss and grief, help them heal from traumatic experiences, and develop life-long skills to help them manage stress, anxiety, and empower them to evolve into healthy adults. This type of therapy is tailored to each child's developmental stage, needs, and goals. It can combine different types of therapies, such as play therapy, art therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). The goal of child therapy will depend on your child's needs but are tailored towards helping your child process and work through difficult emotions, heal from trauma, and develop life-long skills that will help them cope during difficult times.  
 

What Does a  Child Therapist Do? 

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A child therapist near me will work with you and your child to identify the presenting concern. They will then develop an individualized plan for helping your child work through difficult emotions and develop coping skills through healthy behaviors. Your child's therapist may also use various techniques like relaxation exercises, guided imagery, or various forms of expressive arts to help your child explore their feelings about their presenting concern.

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The goal of child therapy is to help your child work through the presenting concern and equip them with tools and strategies for dealing with unhealthy emotions or triggers in the future. Child therapists are trained professionals who understand how difficult it can be for a child to understand stressful and traumatic events, especially because of their cognitive development. Child therapists strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental atmosphere where children can feel comfortable talking about their feelings without fear or shame.  

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At Family Legacy Therapy, we understand the importance of providing specialized treatment for your child's developmental stage. Our child therapists specialize in helping children work through difficult emotions and traumatic experiences. We provide a safe and supportive environment where children can explore their feelings and learn how to cope with them in healthy ways. If you are  looking for a child therapist, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are  here to help you and your child rebuild your life and find peace in life transitions and traumatic experiences.