Child Psychologists and Child Therapists in Kent, BC.

Carey will safely guide your child through play and art therapy to creatively use their senses for an inner journey of discovery. Trauma, abuse, bullying, anger, aggression, anxiety or withdrawal are concerns that a child may not be able to express or control. The transformation of a child happens as she or he discovers how to open up their feelings, learn social skills, experience healthy respect and self esteem. Carey's 20 years of experience using child centered approaches is family friendly and promotes healthy development through the growing years.

Counseling for children provides a safe and nurturing environment where they can express their thoughts and emotions freely. My approach emphasizes building trust and using age-appropriate techniques, such as play therapy, creative activities, and storytelling, to help children process their experiences. I focus on understanding their unique perspective and working collaboratively with families to support their growth. Children benefit from improved emotional regulation, enhanced self-esteem, and the tools to navigate challenges, fostering resilience and healthy development.

Critically important with youth is to build rapport through an interest shared by them and often this is better achieved through conversation. I work with kids who are verbal and who are open to counselling, usually youth or teens. Once rapport and trust are established it becomes possible for the child to share information very sensitive to them, and this openness allows problems such as depression, anxiety, ADHD to be understood and addressed.

Utilizing play therapy, I help children recover from trauma and process their pain. I use art therapy to build resilience and inner strength, and engage interested parents in building long-lasting healthy relationships with their children. Children feel easily connected with me and I help you strengthen attachment with your child. I work well with the following childhood disorder: ADHA, autism, trauma and abuse, separation anxiety, issues with bullying, OCD and adjustment disorders. My play therapy room is conducive to every form of art therapy and very welcoming for children. I also support parents in re-parenting and building healthy boundaries with their children.

Because children and youth show their problems in different areas of their lives and in a variety of ways, and because children or adolescents who function well at home may have problems in another setting, such as in the classroom or with peers, parents or caregivers, may feel confused and anxious about meeting the needs of these children or youths. Some young people may show signs of anxiety or depression, while others may exhibit aggression, get in trouble with the law. I work together with these young people with mental health or addiction problems including their parents to agree upon evidence- based interventions that equip them to function better at home, in school and with peers.

Children, like adults, can be affected by anxiety, stress, pressure and self-esteem issues. It can be very challenging for children to balance a busy lifestyle of sports, school, friends, and personal growth. It can also be very challenging for parents to watch and support their child as they struggle. We use child play therapy as a great tool to support young children in expressing their inner thoughts and feelings, while also creating tools and strategies for how they can cope with things better. We will also work with the parents, as needed to better understand their child and learn tools on how to support them.

My approach to counselling children is rooted working with the parents. Incorporating principles of attachment theory, I recognize the significance of secure emotional bonds in a child's development. I aim to address any attachment-related concerns with parents directly which will support the child in developing healthy connections. I tailor interventions with the parents to meet the unique needs of each child. Through exploration of emotions, coping strategies, and building resilience, children benefit from a supportive environment that facilitates their emotional growth and overall well-being.

I treat children who present with ADHD. We would discuss strategies that work to provide support for your child to succeed in school, be happy socially, and improve their overall daily function. By accomplishing these goals, it would improve their self esteem and give them confidence in themselves to be successful. Additionally, we would use the creativity that comes with the ADHD brain to its full potential. Symptoms often include: struggle with time management, outbursts, talking excessively, being impulsive, forgetful, fidgeting, and many others. Using behaviour therapy techniques, such as CBT, we would jointly create a plan that is feasible, and address many symptoms.