Children and Youth
Our child and family therapists provide in-person and video counselling.
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Need help booking your appointment? Contact us at 905-321-0550.
Supporting Your Child’s Emotional Well-Being
Is your child or teen struggling with overwhelming emotions, anxiety, or behavior challenges?
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Do you feel unsure how to support them
or worried they might not share what they’re going through?
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You don’t have to do this alone.
Counselling for children and youth provides a safe space for them to express their feelings, build resilience, and develop healthier ways to cope.
What We Do​
We help children, adolescents, teens, parents and families navigate many issues, including:
Emotional Challenges
Self Esteem
Building Confidence and Reslience
Anxiety
Helping manage fears and worries
Depression
Finding hope in times of sadness and discouragement
Stress
Tools for managing pressure and overwhelm
School And Social Issues
Peer Pressure
Navigating difficult social dynamics.
Learning Challenges
Support for focus and academic challenges
Bullying
Coping with harassment and social conflict
School Avoidance
Helping kids overcome barriers to attendance
Family And Behavior
Separation and Divorce
Helping families adjust to life changes
Parenting Issues
Guidance for effective parenting
Blended Families
Building strong family connections
Challenging Behaviors
Addressing behavioral concerns thoughtfully
Health And Risk
Social Media
Supporting healthy online habits
Isolation
Helping teens reconnect and build relationships
Eating Disorders
Promoting body positivity and healthy habits
Self-Harm
Providing tools for safety and emotional regulation
Each of our therapists specializes in one or more of the areas listed above. With their unique expertise and compassionate approach, they are committed to helping your child, teen, or family navigate challenges and build a healthier, happier future.
Our Approach: Caring for the Whole Family
We understand that every child and family is unique, so we tailor our approach to meet your specific needs.
CHILDREN & TEENS
Our sessions provide a safe and supportive space where your child or teen can express themselves freely, explore their emotions, and develop tools to manage challenges like anxiety, frustration, or sadness.
CAREGIVERS
We work closely with parents and caregivers, offering guidance and strategies to support your child’s emotional growth at home. Whether it’s understanding their needs better, improving communication, or navigating specific challenges, we’re here to help you feel confident in your role.
TOGETHER
Depending on the situation, we may meet with children individually, bring parents into the process, or work with the entire family. Our collaborative approach ensures that everyone involved feels supported and equipped to move forward.
What You Can Expect
Whether through creative play, meaningful conversation, or collaborative problem-solving, we strive to create a safe and supportive environment for growth.
We work closely with children, teens, and caregivers to ensure that the therapeutic process is effective, compassionate, and empowering.
Here’s what therapy looks like for each group:
Children
Counselling for young children often looks different from traditional talk therapy.
Instead, we use Play Therapy, which allows children to "play out" their feelings and challenges in a safe, supportive environment.
Through Play Therapy, children can:
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Learn to recognize, understand, and express their feelings in healthy ways.
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Build self-confidence.
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Develop trust in themselves and others.
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Learn healthy boundaries and behaviors.
Our therapists incorporate creative approaches such as art, dramatic play, crafts, and other tailored activities to meet each child’s unique needs.
We also encourage caregivers to actively participate in the process by reinforcing progress at home.
Adolescents
Adolescence is a time of significant growth and change, often accompanied by unique challenges. Our therapy sessions for teens provide a relaxed, confidential environment where they can feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment.
Youth and Teens can expect to:
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Develop practical tools and strategies to manage life’s challenges.
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Build resilience and self-confidence.
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Learn healthy ways to manage and express emotions
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Strengthen communication and problem-solving skills.
Our approach blends talk-based therapy with experiential techniques tailored to the teen’s needs. This may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, or creative methods like journaling and art.
While parental involvement is encouraged to support progress, we balance this with the teen’s need for privacy and autonomy to foster trust and independence.
Parents & Caregivers
Every parent knows it—parenting is difficult. No amount of reading, studying, or planning can fully prepare you for the awesome responsibility of raising children. As Charles Dickens might put it, parenting often feels like “the best of times and the worst of times.”
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If your family seems stuck in “the worst of times,” there may be specific stressors at play, such as:
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Frequent conflicts or power struggles.
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Difficulty managing challenging behaviors.
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Stress from life changes, such as separation, divorce, or a blended family.
While occasional parenting challenges are completely normal, feeling stuck or overwhelmed by frequent and intense struggles doesn’t have to be your new normal. Just a few targeted parenting sessions can provide:
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Practical strategies for managing challenges effectively.
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Tools to help you reconnect with your child.
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Confidence to guide your family toward harmony and growth.
Parenting is hard, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Let us help you become the parent you aspire to be.
Families
Family counselling is a collaborative form of therapy that involves all members of a family—and sometimes extended family members—working together to address challenges that may be disrupting the home environment.
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We view each family as a unique ecosystem, with its own strengths, characteristics, patterns, and challenges. Our role is to understand your family dynamics and work with you to help your family thrive.
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Our skilled family therapist can help your family:
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Improve Communication: Foster open and respectful dialogue.
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Solve Family Problems: Address conflicts and find effective solutions.
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Navigate Special Situations: Support families dealing with trauma, physical or mental health concerns, or child and adolescent challenges.
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Create Greater Harmony: Build a more positive, relaxed, and supportive home environment.
Family counselling provides a safe space to address issues, strengthen bonds, and create a foundation for a healthier, happier family life.
No matter the age or situation, our goal is to provide a supportive and understanding space where every child, teen, and family member feels heard and valued.
By working together, we are here to help foster growth, resilience, and stronger connections within your family.
Your greatest contribution to the world may not be something you do, but someone you raise.
- Andy Stanley