Common Reasons Parents Seek Therapy for Their Child
Every child struggles sometimes, but additional support may be helpful when concerns persist, interfere with daily life or leave you unsure about how to help. Parents often reach out when their child is experiencing:
- Anxiety, fears or frequent worry
- Low confidence or negative self-talk
- Perfectionism or fear of making mistakes
- Frequent frustration, outbursts or difficulty coping
- School stress, avoidance or behavioural concerns
- Friendship difficulties, bullying or social challenges
- Difficulty expressing or talking about feelings
- Grief, family changes or other significant transitions
Therapy That Fits Your Child
Children vary in how they communicate, build trust and respond to support. Jennifer does not expect every child to sit and talk directly about difficult feelings or experiences.
Drawing on her training in play therapy, Jennifer may use conversation, therapeutic games, creative activities and play-based techniques depending on the child’s age, interests and needs. These methods give children different ways to communicate and participate in therapy.
Working Together with Parents
Parents and caregivers are important partners in child therapy. Jennifer invites you to share your concerns, observations and relevant background so she can better understand what your child is experiencing in different parts of their life.
The level of parent involvement will depend on your child’s age and needs. When appropriate, Jennifer may provide parent check-ins, discuss general progress and offer practical ideas for supporting your child at home, while also respecting the child’s need for privacy and trust within therapy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Child therapy appointments are 50 minutes. The exact structure may vary depending on your child’s age, attention span and needs.
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Parent involvement is an important part of the counselling process. Jennifer works collaboratively with parents while supporting each child’s emotional needs, strengths, and overall growth.
Yes. Jennifer incorporates creative and play-based approaches when appropriate to help children express emotions, build self-awareness, strengthen confidence, and navigate challenges in ways that feel natural and emotionally safe.
Yes. Virtual counselling options are available for children and families across Ontario when appropriate for the child’s age, needs, and level of engagement.
Jennifer supports school-aged children, pre-teens, and teens. Counselling approaches are tailored to each individual’s developmental stage and unique needs.
Begin Child Therapy
If you are concerned about your child and unsure what the next step should be, reach out to schedule a free consultation.
In-person child therapy is available in Bradford, with virtual appointments offered across Ontario when appropriate for the child.
