Child Psychologists and Child Therapists in Irricana, AB.

I help young children using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), a research-based approach in which I am certified. Just as I help older children and adults change their thinking and behaviours to address their issues, I help young children do the same by teaching CBT skills in a child-friendly manner. Parents help me to help their children.

Is your child bullied or isolated from others? Is your child reluctant to go to school, has trouble making friends, or seems withdrawn and lonely? Many children have trouble with self confidence, anxiety or social skills. Improving self esteem, emotional regulation, and social skills deficits in the younger years reduces difficulties later. We all want the best for our children, and as a parent myself I know how it can hurt to watch your child suffer and not know how to help. Find out how your child can be helped by in-person counselling, online coaching, or online educational programs.

Medication for ADHD (Ritalin etc.) is not just controversial in the social media; it often is a big and difficult decision for the parents of young children. Some say it is totally overprescribed, while others shy away from getting their children the help they need because of media hype, mostly unfounded. Dr Mervin (Paraklesis Counselling) can come alongside you, and as psychopharmacologist assist you in making the best evidence-based decision for the mental and emotional wellbeing of your child. If it’s you that needs the ‘sedative’ and not the child, he will tell you – the best interest of the child will always be the focus.

If you are a parent looking for support for your child we practice EMDR therapy for children. With this method you take an active participation in by attending the sessions with your child. This is due to our approach is an attachment based EMDR therapy approach .If your child has been struggling with the symptoms that feel like your child is “acting out” these behaviours could be related to either small t or big t traumas. Call us today to learn more about EMDR for children.

[I OFFER VIDEO SESSIONS THROUGHOUT ALBERTA AND ONTARIO]. I have seen children with various disorders, but mostly those who are 6 years of age and older. I have been a psychologist since 1986, and I have expertise in several approaches. My main approaches include cognitive behaviour therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and humanistic therapy. BOOK AN APPOINTMENT NOW: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=14249112

Our Counsellor Deborah Flowers works specifically with Children and is passionate about her work. As a teacher turned counsellor, Deborah integrates techniques of play therapy and talk therapy into her practice. Sometimes for adults counselling can be daunting and this is no different for children. With Deborahs warm demeanour, she creates a safe space when littles can open up and find healing.

We work with young children and their families to help mange challenging behaviors and regulate emotions. Our approach to working with children is to involve the parents and teach skills to improve communication. We help you and your young child work together. We offer online E-Sessions to children older than 8 years old; otherwise, we offer in-person sessions in the Duluth and Hinckley areas.

As children we acquire non-nurturing elements in our formative years we can either be raised in nurturing environments or non-nurturing environments. Regardless of which environment we were raised in there are always flaws that get in the way of us being adaptive or feeling like we’re unconditionally supported and loved. There can be themes such as a caregiver being critical or controlling, never being home, or having addictions.

Kids and teens don't say "i'm Struggling, they say what they need through anger, silence, stomaches, shutting down or trying to be perfect. Growing up in our world is not easy and sometimes downright overwhelming. That's why our approach to therapy for children and teens is built on two things that actually help: connection and compassion. Because that is a safe place to talk.

Creative Sky Psychology specializes in providing therapy for young children. We aim to find the root cause of a child's issues and target intervention towards such. We use a strength-based approach and a child's unique learning strengths to create the best outcome in therapy. We use a combination of talk therapy, play therapy, and art therapy to help children process their thoughts and emotions. When children feel better, they do better!

My approach to helping young children is to listen and assist them in processing negative implicit memories from early childhood, as well as adverse or traumatic experiences that have created blocks in their day-to-day functioning. We use a mix of talk and play therapy to work through challenging relationships, anxious thoughts, low energy or motivation, and behavior issues. This approach includes parenting support.

At Core Psychology, our team includes skilled clinicians who specialize in supporting young children through therapy tailored to their unique developmental needs. We create a warm, safe, and engaging environment where children feel comfortable expressing themselves, often using play, art, and age-appropriate activities to explore feelings and experiences. Our approach focuses on helping children build emotional awareness, develop coping skills, and strengthen resilience, while also collaborating closely with parents and caregivers to support the child’s growth and well-being in all areas of life.

Children receiving therapy with Lurline will benefit from advanced training in a number of play and creative arts strategies, as well as parent-child attachment. Play methods are more naturally designed to assist children with processing their emotional difficulties. Children feel more comfortable dealing with their strong emotions using play and art. The expectation of working through difficult themes using traditional talk therapies that were never designed with children in mind is rarely successful. Parents who bring their children in are kept informed, given suggestions for how best to support their child, and often may be asked to become involved in therapy sessions to improve success.