Child Psychologists and Child Therapists in Wellington, CO.

Is your child or teenager struggling in some way with their feelings, behaviors, or relationships? Are you worried about ADD/ADHD, cutting, eating disorders, anxiety or depression? Is your child having difficulty recovering from a traumatic event or death of a loved one? I have helped innumerable children and adolescents recover and improve their lives. If you are worried about a child in your life, call today to find out if child counseling is the answer.

Aubri approaches counseling for children with warmth, patience, and creativity, recognizing that each child experiences the world differently and may express feelings in unique ways. She creates a safe, supportive environment where children feel seen, heard, and understood, using age-appropriate strategies such as play, art, movement, and guided conversation. By helping children build emotional awareness, coping skills, and problem-solving abilities, Aubri empowers them to navigate challenges like anxiety, school stress, social difficulties, and self-esteem concerns, fostering resilience, confidence, and a stronger sense of self.

Jackie Woodward approaches counseling with children by creating a warm, playful, and supportive environment where young clients feel safe to express themselves in ways that feel natural to them. She uses developmentally appropriate, movement-based, and creative techniques to help children communicate their feelings, understand their experiences, and build emotional regulation skills. Jackie blends Person-Centered, Strengths-Based, and Cognitive-Behavioral strategies to gently guide children in recognizing their strengths, developing coping tools, and improving communication at home and school. With patience, curiosity, and intuitive awareness, she helps children gain confidence, navigate challenges, and form healthier patterns that support long-term emotional well-being.

Erik Peaslee approaches counseling with a compassionate and individualized perspective, believing that each child’s experiences and challenges are unique and deserving of understanding. He creates a safe, nonjudgmental environment where children can express themselves authentically, explore their emotions, and develop coping skills at their own pace. By combining evidence-based strategies with empathy and patience, Erik helps children navigate anxiety, depression, social difficulties, and family transitions. His goal is not only to address immediate concerns but to empower children to build resilience, self-confidence, and long-lasting emotional well-being, fostering growth that extends beyond the counseling room.

Katie’s approach to counseling children is warm, relational, and grounded in the belief that kids do their best when they feel safe, understood, and supported. She creates a welcoming therapeutic space where children can express themselves in ways that feel natural to them, using developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and strengths-based interventions. Katie integrates creative therapies such as play and movement to help children communicate feelings they may not yet have words for, while also building emotional regulation, self-esteem, and coping skills. She works collaboratively with caregivers when appropriate, honoring family systems and attachment, and always centers the child’s voice, pace, and unique strengths in the healing process.