children & youth Counselling

 In my work with your child/youth, I will:

Address their needs through develpmentally appropriate approaches

Take time to develop a safe environment where their specific needs are met

Tailor each session to ensure they feel supported, heard, and seen in the counselling room

I will make suggestions of activities that incorporate play, art, narrative, mindfulness, movement, and visualizations that we can do together, but it’s always up to them to decide what feels right for them and what does not feel right. Part of the work is learning to tune into what is a “yes” and what is a “no”.   

Children/ Youth Counselling can help to:

Increase self-esteem and self-worth

Express emotions in a safe and non-judgmental environment

Identify needs, listen to their inner voice and set healthy boundaries

Develop confidence and a greater awarness of their thoughts and beliefs

 Build emotional and nervous system regulation “tool kits” so your child/youth feels more equipped to take on life's challenges  

Navigate uncertainty, transition, pain and grief to build resilience

Explore solutions to challenging situations

Recreate negative narratives that children/youth carry about themselves