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Therapy for Children and Teens
Support for emotions, relationships, and navigating changes at school and home.
When your child is struggling, it can be hard to understand what’s happening or how to help. They may be feeling anxious or down, having difficulty managing frustration, experiencing conflict with friends or family, or finding school increasingly stressful.
We work with children and teens to understand their experiences, build on their strengths, and develop practical ways to manage emotions, communicate their needs, and handle everyday challenges. We collaborate with parents when appropriate to support progress beyond sessions.
How We Can Help
We tailor therapy to your child’s age, experiences, and needs. Areas we can work on together include:
Anxiety and Low Mood
Understand worries, sadness, or withdrawal, and develop ways to handle difficult situations, reconnect with activities, and feel more comfortable in everyday life.
School Stress and Responsibilities
Address academic pressure, perfectionism, motivation, and difficulties attending or participating in school. Develop practical approaches to managing expectations and daily responsibilities.
Emotional Regulation and Behavior
Recognize what contributes to frustration and strong reactions, put feelings into words, and practice ways to respond to conflict, disappointment, and limits.
Self-Esteem and Identity
Explore self-criticism, comparison, body image, and questions about identity, including gender or sexual orientation. Support a fuller understanding of strengths, interests, and what matters to your child or teen.
Friendships and Communication
Work through friendship difficulties, social anxiety, and family misunderstandings. Build confidence in expressing needs, setting boundaries, and connecting with others.
Changes and Family Transitions
Work through changes such as starting a new school, moving, parental separation, or loss. Make space for feelings and develop ways to adjust to new routines and expectations.
Our Approach
Our approach is collaborative, practical, and tailored to your child’s age, strengths, and needs. We take time to build trust and understand their perspective, while working together on goals that matter to them and your family. Sessions may include conversation, activities, and practicing skills in ways that fit their interests and stage of development.
Depending on their needs, we may draw on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), DBT-informed coping and emotion regulation skills, and work on communication and understanding different perspectives. We involve parents when helpful, while respecting your child or teen’s need for privacy. With your permission, we can also collaborate with school staff or other providers to support progress across settings.
In-Person & Telehealth Support
Support in Fairfield and Westchester Counties
Meet with us at our Stamford office for therapy tailored to children, teens, and their families. Sessions offer space to work through emotional concerns, relationship difficulties, and challenges at school and home. We welcome clients from across Fairfield County, including Greenwich, Darien, New Canaan, Norwalk, and Westport, as well as nearby Westchester County communities, such as Rye and Pound Ridge.
Telehealth Support
Meet with us online for therapy tailored to your child or teen’s needs, with opportunities for parent involvement when helpful. Virtual sessions allow us to work on concerns and practice skills without traveling to the office. Telehealth is available to clients located in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey, with additional availability through PSYPACT. We’ll confirm availability based on your location and the therapist’s licensure and discuss whether online sessions fit your child’s age, needs, and ability to participate.
Areas We Serve
In-Person Support for Fairfield and Westchester Counties
Telehealth Availability
Telehealth is available to clients located in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey, with additional availability through PSYPACT. We’ll confirm availability based on your location and the therapist’s licensure.
What to Expect
Starting therapy often comes with questions. We’ll talk through your concerns, get to know your child and family, and discuss how we can help.
Initial Consultation
Start with a free 15-minute consultation to share your concerns, ask questions, and discuss whether our services fit your child’s and family’s needs.
Getting to Know Your Child
We meet with you and your child to understand their experiences, strengths, relationships, and challenges at school and home. We also discuss what your child would like help with.
Setting Goals
Together, we identify priorities for therapy, such as managing emotions, navigating friendships, improving communication, or responding to school stress. Goals reflect your child’s perspective alongside your concerns as a parent.
Ongoing Sessions
Sessions give your child space to talk, explore their experiences, and practice useful skills. We review progress, adjust our approach as needed, and involve parents when helpful to support changes beyond therapy.
Frequently Asked Questions About Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy
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If your child’s anxiety is persistent or begins affecting school, relationships, daily activities, or self-confidence, it may be time to seek professional support. A consultation can help you discuss what your child is experiencing and whether psychotherapy is appropriate.
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Yes, child and adolescent psychotherapy can address school-related stress along with the emotional and behavioral concerns that may accompany it. Sessions can focus on healthier ways to manage these pressures while building confidence and self-understanding.
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You can still discuss your concerns during a consultation. Psychotherapy gives children and adolescents a supportive setting to explore social anxiety, self-confidence concerns, and peer relationship difficulties at a pace that feels comfortable for them.
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No, you do not need to have a formal diagnosis before reaching out. You can contact us to discuss emotional, behavioral, social, relationship, or academic concerns and learn whether child and adolescent psychotherapy fits your child’s needs.
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Start by explaining that you want to understand what they are experiencing and offer support rather than presenting therapy as something they are being sent to because they have done something wrong. Encourage your child to ask questions and share any concerns they have about getting started.
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Yes, our child and adolescent psychotherapy services address both emotional and behavioral challenges, including anxiety, depression, irritability, and emotional dysregulation. Sessions focus on developing healthier ways to manage these concerns while building confidence, resilience, and self-understanding.
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Telehealth is available for eligible clients in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey. Availability depends on the client’s location, therapist licensure, age, and the specific service requested.
Let’s Talk About How We Can Help
If you're concerned about your child's emotional well-being, behavior, or development, we're here to help. Contact us to learn more about our services and find the right support for your family.