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Find a Child Therapist in Coquitlam or Langley​

Professional therapy for preschoolers and children. We help your child build confidence, explore emotions, and adjust to changing environments.

Sometimes we recognize our child needs extra support. But as parents or guardians, we don’t yet have the tools to help.
 
From a lack of coping skills to constant developmental changes, the world can be a complex place for your child.

Whether it’s overcoming anxiety in social situations or processing a traumatic event, our child therapists offer a warm and engaging space for children to express themselves and learn new ways to manage their thoughts and feelings. Through play and expressive therapy, we help your child develop greater understanding and well-being, so that they may experience a daily sense of ease and belonging.

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Child therapy in Langley and Coquitlam
In-Person Counselling Helps Children Manage:

  • Tantrums and meltdowns

  • Impulsive behaviour

  • Separation difficulties

  • Anxiety / worries

  • Aggressive / explosive behaviour

  • School refusal

  • Bullying

  • Social difficulties

  • ADD/ADHD

  • Oppositional behaviour (ODD)

  • Self-esteem issues​

  • Separation and divorce

  • Transitions (e.g. starting pre/school, having a new sibling, moving, change in living arrangements, etc.)

  • Traumatic events (e.g. sexual abuse, domestic violence, grief, death in the family, etc.)

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Working Together

We know every child is unique, which is why every counselling session is tailored to their individual needs, preferences, and personality. 
 
However, in general we propose the following:
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Intake session with caregivers: We discuss your concerns, goals for therapy, and brainstorm new strategies to try at home or at school.

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Working with children: Weekly 50-minute sessions are recommended to give your child time to develop trust, get to know the environment, and process what brought them to counselling.

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Debrief with caregivers: After working with your child, we meet to discuss how to best support them. We identify strengths and areas of growth, and collaborate on ideas to continue their development and success. This is an important part of our process and one that ensures continued success for your child.

Our team proudly serves clients across:
Langley, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Burnaby, Port Moody, Pitt Meadows, 
Maple Ridge and Surrey.

Alongside Our Child Therapists, Watch Your Little One:

  • Better regulate emotions and behaviour

  • Increase sense of control

  • Feel motivated

  • Better relate with friends

  • Improve self-confidence

  • Express anger in a safer way

  • Decrease anxiety and tame worries

  • Learn social skills

  • Cope with trauma and grief

  • Solve problems and try different solutions

  • Adjust to changes in the environment

Therapy for children in Langley and Coquitlam
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Our journey with Strong Ties has been a game-changer! Our therapist kept us in the loop and made a real difference in our family. If you're on the lookout for an awesome child therapist, Gisella and her team are your go-to! Highly recommend!
  • What are the signs my child needs therapy?
    There are many signs children display that let us know they are struggling. In children and preschoolers, some of the most common are: Excessive tantrums and outbursts Changes in behaviour, such as refusing to eat or bed-wetting Social withdrawal and visible anxiety / nervousness Aggressive behaviour towards self or others Repetitive behaviour or rituals like washing hands Signs of teenagers struggling include: Persistent mood swings and angry outbursts Withdrawal from family and friends Decline in academic performance Talk of self-harm or suicide Changes in behaviour, such as inability to sleep or substance use If you’re concerned about your child’s well-being, we’re happy to discuss counselling and see if it’s a good fit. Our therapists work with parents to assess behaviours, and together, find ways to help your child improve their thoughts, feelings, and coping skills.
  • Who is child therapy for?
    Child counselling is for any child aged 3-11. Teen counselling is for any child aged 12-17. We welcome all types of family units, from blended families and single-parent-families to a diverse range of ethnicities, religions, gender expressions, and socioeconomics. No matter your child’s background or circumstance, we offer quality services to help them overcome any challenges they’re currently facing.
  • How involved will I be in my child's therapy?
    At Strong Ties, we value the involvement of parents/guardians/caregivers when it comes to the health and well-being of your child. With kids aged 3-14, although we provide 1:1 counselling sessions, our therapists will always include continuous updates, check-ins and debriefs afterwards, as well as tools and insights you can apply at home. Our registered clinical counsellors for teenagers always respect our client’s right to privacy. However, we do encourage teens to allow us to share updates on their progress, as well as insights or tools that can be implemented at home for extra support.

Access the support you need with our registered child therapists

Get in touch today for more information or to book your first appointment. From play therapy to cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and executive functioning coaching, our caring and dedicated team help your child build a happy and thriving life.

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