Child Psychologists and Child Therapists in Yaletown Vancouver, BC.

Children, like adults, can be affected by anxiety, stress, pressure and self-esteem issues. It can be very challenging for children to balance a busy lifestyle of sports, school, friends, and personal growth. It can also be very challenging for parents to watch and support their child as they struggle. We use child play therapy as a great tool to support young children in expressing their inner thoughts and feelings, while also creating tools and strategies for how they can cope with things better. We will also work with the parents, as needed to better understand their child and learn tools on how to support them.

As a Certified Play Therapy Supervisor, I have extensive training working with children and teens. I use play therapy and a combination of other modalities that may fit the child's/teens needs. I use these methods to help children process difficult situations and find new healthy ways of coping. We also work with parents as we know how important their roles are on-going. We help them help their children.

Children often express feelings through behavior rather than words. Using play therapy and other child-focused approaches, we provide a safe space for children to explore emotions, build coping skills, and work through challenges. Therapy supports children with anxiety, grief, behavioral issues, and more. We also partner with parents to foster growth and healing beyond the sessions.

Angela has worked with children for over 30 years, helping them to develop healthy attachments, heal from difficult transitions, and learn skills to cope with challenges and developmental milestones. Children are very perceptive and communicate differently than adults. Children use symbolic play and imagery to express themselves and their experiences. Angela offers both art & play therapy including sandtray as modalities for children to share their experiences and work through conflicts. Angela works collaboratively with parents, schools, and specialized support services to support children's mental & social wellness. Please call Angela today for your free consultation!

Young children are a very sensitive group when it comes to counselling. In counselling with young children, we use play therapy, art therapy, and sand tray therapy. We believe it is through these therapies that we can work through deeper emotions with children and understand their stories. Sometimes, children are able to narrate their stories, and by increasing their insights through play and art therapy, we can help them re-narrate their stories. We also include parents in therapy by providing them with appropriate feedback to modify their behaviour toward their children or help their children modify their behaviour at home.