Child therapy, also known as counseling for kids, helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst kids include behavioral issues, trauma, bullying, depression, and anxiety. All ages of children can attend and benefit from child therapy at Thriveworks Grand Rapids Charter Township.
It’s not always obvious when a child should see a therapist for their behavior, though in the midst of challenges like divorce, loss, bullying, and other mental health conditions, it’s often a good idea to seek it out. Common behaviors that can indicate a need for child therapy include separation anxiety, bedwetting (at inappropriate ages), and agitation/excessive irritability — especially if it reaches a point of physical violence.
Your Child’s Foundation for a Fulfilling Life – Therapy in Grand Rapids
When it comes to our children’s well-being and happiness, there are few measures that we won’t take. We might as well paint our vehicles yellow and throw a “taxi” sign on the roof with all the events and activities we spend our days shuttling them to: sports practice, school functions, birthday parties, trips to the park or a museum — you name it.
One thing we can forget to do, though, is to consider what it takes to establish a firm basis of emotional health that they can grow from for the rest of their lives. At Thriveworks Grand Rapids Child Therapy, we believe that children, just like adults, can benefit from meeting with a mental health professional, and so we’re here to offer our services to individuals of all ages.
Even if your child or children appear relatively happy-to-lucky, there is a lot that a counselor can help them to understand and explore that will equip them for present and future challenges.
Why Pursue Grand Rapids, Forest Hills Child Therapy?
Your child can benefit from meeting with a skilled, professional for many reasons. Maybe a teacher or school guidance counselor pointed out some potential concerns with your son or daughter. Perhaps you’ve spotted some concerns of your own, such as increased moodiness, detachment or a loss of interest in formerly pleasurable activities, and you’re considering what a counselor could do for your young one. While it may be difficult to face these issues, know that Thriveworks Grand Rapids Child Therapy is here for you and your child, and the sooner your son or daughter begins to confront whatever is going on, the better.
Reasons to pursue child therapy include:
- Difficulty making friends
- Inability to focus on schoolwork
- Autism concerns or diagnosis
- Violent outbursts
- Loss of a friend or family member
- Undue stress or anxiety
- Eating disorder concerns
- Lack of personal confidence
It’s important that we mention that child therapy isn’t only for healing past and present emotional wounds. It’s also a way to help them experience higher levels of personal understanding and compassion, which leads to a better understanding of others — empathy.
In other words, bringing your son or daughter to child therapy makes the world a better place. (Yes, we really do believe that.)
Child Therapy Techniques
Child therapy techniques include:
- Play therapy
- Art therapy
- Talk therapy
- Teaching relaxation and breathing techniques
- Distinguishing between medical and psychological issues
- Teaching methods for coping
- Teaching interpersonal skills
Just like no two children are truly identical (even when they’re twins), no two therapy plans are exactly the same. We will tailor our methods to suit the personality and needs of your son or daughter, to make sure your son or daughter leaves each session with a rejuvenated sense of self-worth and a more positive life outlook.
Thriveworks Grand Rapids Child Therapy is Here to Help
Not only do we accept many major insurance providers, but we answer the phone when you call and will schedule the first appointment right away, often for this week, to make sure your child is given the care they need right when they need it.
Thriveworks is a growing national community that believes everyone can change for the better with the help of a caring professional — which is why we only work with the best in the industry. Our clinicians are ready to use their expert knowledge and experience to helping your son or daughter live a happy, fulfilled life.
Call us today at 616-425-2176 or click the button below to learn more about our child therapy practice!
