Child & Teen Therapy in Surrey, BC
Compassionate, Trauma-Informed Support for Children and Adolescents
When a child or teenager is struggling emotionally or behaviourally, it can affect the whole family. You may notice increased anxiety, emotional outbursts, avoidance, school challenges, or difficulty coping with change. I offer in-person counselling for children and adolescents in Surrey, grounded in trauma-informed, evidence-based practice and tailored to your child’s age, developmental stage, and lived experience.
Therapy sessions may include play, expressive arts, open discussion and exploration, and skill development—all designed to help children explore their feelings, thoughts, and relationships. Sometimes there will be ‘homework’ assigned, which parents can be actively involved in too. I work alongside you and your child to foster their psychological wellbeing and improve family relationships.
Therapeutic approaches may include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and gradual exposure, Play Therapy, and EMDR.
Therapy can be helpful for:
Anxiety, fears, or excessive worry
Emotional outbursts or difficulty regulating emotions
Behavioural changes at home or school
Low mood or withdrawal
Adjustment to family changes (separation, illness, moves)
Grief and loss
Social difficulties or low self-esteem
Stress related to school or peer relationships
Effects of trauma or overwhelming experiences
You do not need to wait for concerns to become severe. Early support can help prevent challenges from becoming more entrenched.
How Child & Teen Therapy Helps:
Therapy can help your child or teen:
Understand and express emotions safely
Develop emotion regulation and coping skills
Build confidence and tolerance for uncertainty
Strengthen relationships at home and school
Process traumatic experiences
Caregivers are included to support progress beyond the therapy room.
