Support for kids, grounded in relationship
Sometimes children and teens need their own space to feel understood, express themselves, and build new ways of coping. Therapy can give them that safe, steady place.
My approach with kids and youth is relational, developmentally informed, and responsive to their unique needs. Whether your child is autistic, ADHD, gifted, highly sensitive, strong-willed and spirited, or just going through a difficult season, I focus on helping them feel safe, seen, and supported—because growth only happens when kids feel secure.
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What therapy sessions
look like
Each child is different, and sessions are shaped around who they are and how they connect. That might include:
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Play and creative activities for younger children
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Drawing, stories, or games to explore feelings
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Gentle conversation and reflection for older kids and teens
For many kids, therapy starts with building trust. Talking about the hard stuff often comes later—and that’s not avoidance, it’s the work.
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More than coping strategies
Therapy isn’t about handing kids a list of tools and hoping for the best. It’s about understanding what’s underneath their behaviour, supporting emotional regulation, and helping them develop skills in ways that feel safe and doable.
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Parents are part of the process
I involve parents regularly, so you can understand what we’re working on and how to support it at home. Kids don’t grow in isolation; they grow in relationship. Supporting you is part of supporting them.
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Common reasons families seek therapy​
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Challenging behaviours or frequent meltdowns
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Anxiety, worry, or perfectionism
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Difficulty with flexibility or transitions
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Challenges in friendships or social settings
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Aggression, withdrawal, or shutdowns
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Coping with loss, separation, or change
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