When Your Child Is Struggling, It Can Be Hard to Know How to Help
You may notice your child worrying more, avoiding things they once enjoyed, becoming easily frustrated, losing confidence, or having difficulty with friendships, school or changes at home. You want to help—but reassurance and conversations may not seem to be enough.
Therapy gives children a safe and supportive space to express themselves, understand what they are experiencing and develop healthier ways to cope. Sessions are adapted to each child and may include talking, play, creative activities and other age-appropriate approaches.
Therapy is also available for adults experiencing anxiety, grief, stress, relationship concerns or difficult life transitions. Together, we can explore what is weighing on you and help you move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Child Therapy in Bradford
Individual therapy to help children manage anxiety, build confidence and cope with challenges at home, at school and with friends.
Children do not always have the words to explain what they are experiencing. Their worries or distress may show up through frustration, withdrawal, perfectionism, changes in behaviour, frequent reassurance-seeking or difficulty at school and with friendships.
Jennifer provides a warm, accepting space where children can express themselves at their own pace. Depending on the child’s age and needs, sessions may include conversation, creative activities, therapeutic games and play-based approaches.
Therapy is tailored to each child’s personality, strengths and developmental stage. The goal is to help your child feel understood while developing greater confidence, emotional awareness and practical coping skills they can use in everyday life.
Adult Therapy in Bradford and Across Ontario
Support for anxiety, grief, stress, relationship concerns and difficult life transitions.
You may be managing work, relationships, parenting and everyday responsibilities while privately feeling anxious, exhausted, stuck or unlike yourself. Sometimes a loss, relationship difficulty or major change can make it especially hard to cope on your own.
Therapy offers a confidential, non-judgmental space to talk openly about what you are experiencing, understand patterns that may be keeping you stuck and develop practical ways to cope and move forward.
Jennifer works collaboratively with you, tailoring therapy to your experiences, strengths and goals. Adult sessions are available in person in Bradford and virtually throughout Ontario.
A Warm & Supportive Approach
Collaborative Care
A Safe, Welcoming Space
Flexible Therapy Options
Meet Jennifer
Jennifer Shneer, M.S.W., RSW, is a Registered Social Worker with more than 25 years of professional experience. Her background includes child and family services, working in the criminal justice system, mental health support and private practice, where she has worked since 2012.
Jennifer brings extensive training in child development, trauma and play-based therapeutic techniques to her work as a child and adult therapist.
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Areas of Support
Therapy for concerns affecting children, adults and families.
For Children
Anxiety & Worry
Fears, overthinking, frequent reassurance-seeking, avoidance and difficulty managing uncertainty.
Confidence & Self-Esteem
Self-doubt, perfectionism, fear of making mistakes and negative self-talk.
Behaviour & Emotional Expression
Frustration, outbursts, withdrawal and difficulty understanding or expressing feelings.
School & Social Challenges
School-related stress, friendship difficulties, peer concerns and adjusting to change.
For Adults
Anxiety, Stress & Burnout
Persistent worry, overwhelm, exhaustion and difficulty coping with everyday demands.
Grief & Life Transitions
Loss, relationship changes, parenting concerns and periods of uncertainty or adjustment.
Not Sure Where to Begin?
A free consultation is an opportunity to briefly discuss what you or your child is experiencing, ask questions and determine whether working together feels like the right fit.
