Child Psychologists and Child Therapists in Bowling Green, FL.

I work with children as young as three years old who have experienced traumatic situations such as accidents, medical trauma, divorce, abuse, neglect, traumatic grief, etc. Children who are struggling with the after effects of trauma may exhibit symptoms similar to ADHD. They may appear angry and irritable. Helping children process their trauma memories may resolve then difficulties or clarify other diagnoses. I have several evidence-based therapies to help children including Trauma- Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy and EMDR.

Although it’s a hard pill to swallow, I’ve found that young children often display anxiety, disobedience, and other problem-behaviors because they are absorbing chaos within the home... often because the parents haven’t dealt with their own issues. This isn’t a judgment. Parenting is tough. But if you’re looking for someone to “fix” your kid, I’m not your guy. However, if you’re open to parent coaching, and willing to work on individual healing and/or strengthening your marriage, I’m here to help. At Lion Counseling, our mission is to help you escape the cages that hold you back and become the lion God created you to be.

GRIT Kids exists to allow parents or caregivers to aid their children in the work of self-awareness—at every developmental stage— to better understand themselves and the world around them. Simple behavioral management fails to develop the internal locus of control that is necessary for developing character and self-discipline. Forming a self-identity and learning to live with purpose is a necessary life skill for children to learn in order to live into their fullest self. GRIT Kids Coaches are trained to help you do the work of raising your child with intention so you can see that little person grow into all they are capable of.

Many times, child therapists overdo the family system in their quest to seek effective solutions for emotional, learning or behavioral concerns with young children. And many times doctors overpathologize issues that shouldn’t be medicated necessarily. This leaves parents wondering what is the best route for their child? Introducing brainwave optimization technology. A fast, effective, natural, and less expensive way to allow your child's brain to make the optimizing changes it desires to make---on its own! Without any external force, opinion, medication, diagnostic, etc. Contact kevin@kevinflemingphd.com or 877-606-6161.

Children ages 3-11 suffer from separation anxiety, social anxiety, depression, night terrors and bereavement. These issues prevent children from functioning at their full potential. I use client-centered play therapy in a safe environment, enabling the child to express his/her emotions and thoughts through play. Play Therapy uses play, a child's natural medium of expression, to help them express their feelings more easily through toys instead of words.

Therapy can help children develop problem-solving skills and teach them the value of seeking help. It can help children and their families cope with stress and a variety of emotional and behavioral issues including stress from homework, test anxiety, bulling, peer pressure, and family issues such as separation and divorce. If you notice your child is delayed in language development, has attention problems, is acting out in anger, is sad or tearful, or withdrawing from family and friends, it may be a important to have your child see a therapist. This teaches your child that it is okay to ask for help, and will equip them with effective coping skills.