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You’ve Noticed Changes in Your Child’s Mood
The child you once knew seems to be hiding behind a cloud of stress, frustration, and sadness. You’ve started to see them pull away from the things they once loved—whether it’s playing with friends, excelling at school, or enjoying their hobbies. They’ve begun withdrawing from life, and it’s hard to watch them struggle like this.
It’s not just the normal ups and downs. This feels different, more concerning. Your child has stopped engaging with the world around them, and it’s clear they’re not thriving the way you know they could. They’re crying more, getting upset over small things, or shutting down altogether.
You never imagined your child would feel this lost or isolated. Now, you’re worried that if you don’t step in, this could start to hold them back from becoming who they’re meant to be.
The Child You Know is Still There
You know your child has so much potential, and you can see how much they still have left to experience and grow. But right now, it feels like they’re stuck, unable to push through the weight of their negative emotions. You want them to feel free to express themselves again, to find joy in their daily life, and to reconnect with friends and family.
You’ve tried to help, but it seems like the challenges they’re facing go beyond what a parent can fix. That’s where therapy comes in.
When You Seek Help for Your Child’s Depression
Therapy for your child can help them start to feel like themselves again. Our therapists use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help your child understand how their thoughts influence their feelings and behaviors, and they’ll develop practical tools to challenge negative thinking.
For children who struggle with intense emotions, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides them with skills to regulate those feelings, manage stress, and improve their interactions with others. And with Play Therapy, we give your child a safe space to express their emotions in a way that feels natural and engaging, helping them process their feelings through creative play.
Through therapy, your child will:
- Show renewed interest in school, friends, and hobbies.
- Develop better coping skills to handle emotions and stress.
- Understand the causes behind their mood swings and depression.
- Learn to communicate their thoughts and feelings more openly and effectively.
Who Benefits Most from Child Therapy?
Therapy is ideal for children aged 6 to 17 who are struggling with depression and need support coping with day-to-day challenges. Through CBT, DBT, and Play Therapy, your child will have a safe space to process their feelings, so they can feel more secure and stable in their world.
Signs your child might benefit from therapy:
- Frequent crying or difficulty managing emotions.
- Emotional or angry outbursts.
- Withdrawal from friends, family, or favorite activities.
- Changes in eating or sleeping patterns, such as overeating, oversleeping, or losing appetite.
Certain Situations May Require Additional Support
In some cases, a child may need different or more intensive care before starting therapy with us. This may include situations such as:
- Severe mental health challenges.
- Ongoing substance abuse issues.
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