Play is the highest expression of human development in childhood for it alone is the free expression of what is in a child’s soul.
– Friedrich Fröbel
Young children understand and express their emotions through play, and therapy provides a safe, supportive space where they can process feelings, develop emotional awareness, and build coping skills in a way that feels natural to them. Using play therapy and developmentally appropriate interventions, therapy helps children navigate worries, intense emotions, and behavioral challenges while strengthening their sense of security and self-expression. Sessions focus on fostering emotional resilience, self-regulation, and a deeper connection to themselves and their world. Paige takes an integrative approach to child therapy, recognizing the importance of communication between caregivers, schools, and other support systems. She incorporates parent sessions and collaborates with teachers or school counselors when appropriate, ensuring that progress in therapy is supported across environments.
Adolescence is a time of growth, change, and increasing pressures, which can sometimes feel overwhelming. Therapy gives teens a judgment-free space to explore their thoughts, process difficult experiences, and develop strategies to manage stress, relationships, and self-confidence. Whether they’re working through intense emotions, intrusive thoughts, past trauma, or daily pressures, therapy helps them build resilience, improve emotional regulation, and feel more in control of their lives. Sessions are tailored to each teen’s unique needs, ensuring they feel heard, understood, and supported as they navigate this stage of life. Therapy is most effective when supported by a wider network. Paige incorporates school collaboration and uses parent sessions when appropriate. This integrative approach helps reinforce therapeutic goals at home and in the teen’s daily life.
If your child or teen could benefit from therapy, reach out to learn how we can support their emotional well-being and growth.