Children's Individual Therapy

Q: What approach do you use for children's therapy?

We use a relational, play-based approach , recognizing that play is the natural language of children. Our services are personalized, flexible, and grounded in research-backed methods. Therapy is a wellness tool that can strengthen confidence, emotional insight, and social connection.

Nurturing Young Minds: Children's Individual Therapy at Ethos Wellness

At Ethos Wellness, we are dedicated to fostering healthy emotional, academic, behavioral, and social development in children ages 11 and under. We understand that childhood, while a time of immense growth and discovery, can also present unique challenges that require compassionate and specialized support.

Our approach to individual therapy for children is rooted in the belief that every child possesses an innate capacity for healing and growth, and that therapy, much like a skilled tutor or sports coach, can significantly strengthen their confidence, emotional insight, and social connections.

Our Foundational Philosophy:
Relational Healing

Recognizing that play is the natural language of children, our therapeutic services are built upon a relational, play-based foundation. This developmentally appropriate, evidence-based approach allows young clients to express emotions, process experiences, and learn new coping strategies in a safe, creative, and accessible space.

Our licensed clinicians, with expertise in child development and mental health, guide children through structured sessions that may involve imaginative play, storytelling, art, sand trays, and role-playing, ensuring engagement and fostering intrinsic motivation for change. We believe that connection is the cornerstone of healing, and our therapists foster strong rapport with children, creating a secure environment that encourages exploration and growth.

Common Conditions and Support Areas for Children We Address:

Our compassionate and experienced therapists provide support for children navigating various emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns, including but not limited to:

Emotional Regulation & Mood Disorders

Helping children identify, understand, and manage emotions like anxiety, sadness, irritability, and anger in healthy, productive ways. This includes support for anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation.

Behavioral Challenges

Addressing aggression, impulsivity, oppositional defiant disorder, and disruptive behaviors, while teaching constructive coping mechanisms and fostering improved behavior and mood regulation.

Trauma & Loss

Providing a safe and supportive environment for children to process trauma, PTSD, grief, and loss, helping them develop resilience and adapt to significant life transitions.

ADHD & Executive Functioning Challenges

Building essential cognitive processes like planning, focus, attention, time management, organization, impulse control, and self-regulation.

Social & Relational Difficulties

Enhancing interpersonal effectiveness, communication skills, and supporting children who struggle with social withdrawal or building strong peer and family relationships.

Academic & Developmental Concerns

Addressing learning disabilities, developmental delays, school refusal, and poor academic performance, with a focus on improving academic performance and focus.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Providing support for social communication needs and fostering overall development.

Personalized Treatment for Your Child's Journey

Every child’s journey at Ethos Wellness begins with a comprehensive assessment to understand their unique personality, developmental needs, strengths, and challenges. Based on this understanding, our therapists develop personalized treatment plans, tailored to guide each child toward their specific goals. We are committed to ongoing support through regular progress evaluations, ensuring the therapy remains relevant and effective as the child grows.

Our individual therapy sessions are designed to address a wide spectrum of concerns, supporting children whether they are facing significant struggles or simply need additional support to thrive.

Collaborative Care for
the Whole Family

At Ethos Wellness, we firmly believe that mental health affects the entire family unit. Our commitment extends beyond the child to include active participation from parents and caregivers.

We value collaboration, working closely with families, schools, and pediatricians to create well-rounded care plans. This ensures that skills learned in therapy are reinforced at home, contributing to family-wide healing and consistent support across all areas of a child’s life. Our service offerings often include:

Parent Coaching and Teacher Consultations: Empowering caregivers and educators with strategies and insights.

School Observations and ARD/IEP Support: Assisting families in navigating educational support systems and advocating for their child’s needs.

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Benefits of Individual Children's Therapy:

The benefits of engaging in individual therapy at Ethos Wellness are profound and long-lasting, contributing to a child’s overall well-being and future success:

Improved Emotion and Behavior Control

Children learn healthy strategies to navigate anxiety, frustration, and other challenges.

Stronger Relationships

Enhanced connections with peers and family members.

Greater Resilience and Academic Performance

Building the capacity to bounce back from challenges and excel in school.

Enhanced Self-Esteem and Confidence

Fostering a positive self-image and belief in their abilities.

Long-Term Improvements in Confidence and Resilience

Equipping children with lifelong tools for emotional health.

Developed Coping Skills:

Acquiring healthy strategies to navigate anxiety, frustration, and other challenges.

Mental Health Is a Right, Not a Privilege

With the aim of restoring hope, clinicians and patients work together to develop meaningful and realistic goals creating a pathway towards healing and wellness all the while those goals and establishing a strong sense of personal agency and hope.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What age range does Ethos Wellness serve for children's therapy?

Our comprehensive therapy services are designed for children ages 11 and under, along with their families.

What approach do you use for children's therapy?

We use a relational, play-based approach, recognizing that play is the natural language of children. Our services are personalized, flexible, and grounded in research-backed methods. Therapy is a wellness tool that can strengthen confidence, emotional insight, and social connection.

What types of issues can children's therapy address?

We support growth in all aspects of a child’s development—emotional, academic, behavioral, and social. This includes anxiety, ADHD, grief, autism, trauma, learning disabilities and developmental delays, anger management and conduct disorders, depression, and emotional regulation.

Are parents/caregivers involved in the children's therapy process?

Yes, we actively involve parents or caregivers in the process, ensuring consistency across all aspects of their child's life. Parent coaching and family consultations are offered.

What are the typical service offerings for children's therapy?

Service offerings include individual therapy, child-centered play therapy, group therapy, parent coaching and family consultations, teacher consultations and school observations, as well as support with ARD/IEP meetings and advocacy.

Begin the Journey Together

Whether your child is struggling with specific challenges or simply needs additional support to thrive, Ethos Wellness is here to help. Our team of compassionate therapists and specialists works hand-in-hand with families to nurture emotional well-being and unlock each child’s full potential. We offer both in-person and telehealth options, striving to make high-quality care inclusive and accessible to all families.

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