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Children & Youth Counselling (Age 10 and Up)

Supportive, practical counselling for kids and teens navigating big emotions, school stress, friendships, and growing-up challenges.

Children and youth experience stress in ways adults often don’t see—from school pressure, friendships, bullying, changing bodies, identity questions, family conflict, and the impact of social media. Our counselling for ages 10+ focuses on building confidence, emotional regulation, resilience, and healthy communication skills in a developmentally-appropriate, engaging, and supportive environment.

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Sessions are tailored to your child’s age, strengths, interests, and learning style, helping them understand their emotions and build tools that last into adulthood.

What We Help With

Supportive, practical counselling for kids and teens navigating big emotions, school stress, friendships, and growing-up challenges.

  • Anxiety, fears, panic & excessive worry

  • School stress, academic pressure, test anxiety

  • Behavioural or emotional outbursts

  • Difficulty communicating feelings

  • Low self-esteem or confidence struggles

  • Social challenges, conflict with peers

  • Bullying (in person or online)

  • Adjustment to transitions (moving, divorce, new school)

  • Grief, loss & big life changes

  • Anger, irritability & frustration tolerance

  • Identity exploration (cultural, gender, values)

  • Family conflict and parent–child tension

  • Screen time issues, gaming stress & digital boundaries

How Therapy Works for Kids & Teens

Supportive, practical counselling for kids and teens navigating big emotions, school stress, friendships, and growing-up challenges.

We use evidence-based, youth-friendly approaches that help children make sense of their emotions while giving them practical tools they can apply daily.

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Play-Informed & Developmentally Appropriate Therapy

Using stories, visuals, activities, and age-appropriate conversations, kids learn skills in a way that feels natural and safe.

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Helps kids understand thoughts, feelings and actions while learning coping skills, problem solving and healthier thinking patterns.

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Emotion Regulation & DBT Skills

Tools for managing overwhelming feelings, calming the body, communicating needs, and staying grounded when upset.

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Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

Future-oriented, strengths-based strategies that empower kids and teens to build small wins and meaningful progress.

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Social Skills & Communication Coaching

Practical help with making friends, navigating conflict, and improving confidence in social situations.

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Family & Parenting Support (When Helpful)

We involve parents as appropriate to strengthen communication, routines, and supportive strategies at home.

Who This Service Is For

Supportive, practical counselling for kids and teens navigating big emotions, school stress, friendships, and growing-up challenges.

This service is designed for:

  • Children ages 10–12 needing support with emotional awareness and coping skills

  • Middle school and high school students

  • Youth dealing with school avoidance, bullying or academic overwhelm

  • Teens navigating identity, friendships, anxiety and transitions

  • Children adjusting to divorce, blended families or major life changes

  • Newcomer youth balancing cultural expectations and acculturation stress

  • Neurodivergent youth (ADHD/ASD) needing structure and regulation strategies

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Sessions are available in person and online across BC and Ontario.

FAQ

1. Do parents attend the sessions?

For younger children, parents may join the first session and participate periodically. For teens, sessions are usually confidential but parents receive updates with the youth’s consent.

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2. How long will my child need counselling?

Some children benefit from short-term (6–10 sessions) support, while others prefer ongoing guidance. Your counsellor will discuss a plan that fits your child’s needs.

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3. How do I know if my child needs therapy?

If you notice increased worry, emotional outbursts, withdrawal, sleep changes, school struggles, or social conflict, therapy can provide support before things escalate.

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4. What if my child refuses to talk?

That’s normal. Our counsellors gently build rapport and introduce activities that help children open up at their own pace.

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5. Do you communicate with schools or teachers?

With parental consent, we can collaborate with school staff to support your child across environments.

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6. Is online therapy effective for kids and teens?

Yes—youth often enjoy virtual sessions. We use interactive tools to keep them engaged and comfortable.

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