If you are experiencing crisis or are in need of immediate support, please call 9-1-1. If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, call or text 9-8-8. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. CMHA 24/7 Crisis Phone Line Local: 705-728-5044 or Toll-Free: 1-888-893-8333.
If you are experiencing crisis or are in need of immediate support, please call 9-1-1. If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, call or text 9-8-8. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. CMHA 24/7 Crisis Phone Line Local: 705-728-5044 or Toll-Free: 1-888-893-8333.
Child and Youth Therapy: Helping Our Future See a Brighter Future
Life can be overwhelming for children and youth as they navigate the pressures of school, friendships, and growing responsibilities. At Words of Hope Counselling Services, we understand these challenges and offer supportive, compassionate therapy to help young minds manage their emotions, build resilience, and thrive.
Child and Youth Therapy at Words of Hope in Barrie
If your child or teen is feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure about life’s challenges, child and youth therapy can offer a safe space for them to work through their feelings. Whether it’s anxiety, stress from school, or family conflicts, therapy helps to find healthier ways to cope and build positive habits that will support them as they grow. Every session is tailored to individual needs and provides a non-judgmental environment where they can be themselves.
We provide children and youth a safe, non-judgmental space where children and teens can express themselves, explore their feelings, and develop the tools they need to face life’s challenges with confidence.
Relationships
First relationships and breakups can bring up intense emotions for youth. In therapy, we help young individuals navigate these experiences by offering emotional support and guidance, helping them understand and manage their feelings in a healthy way. This sets the foundation for positive relationships in the future.
Depression and Anxiety
Many young people today face overwhelming pressures that can lead to feelings of sadness, anxiety, or hopelessness. Our therapists work closely with children and teens to help them manage these emotions and find strategies that promote emotional well-being. We provide compassionate support to guide them toward brighter futures.
For parents
As a parent, you want the best for your child but may wonder when therapy is the right choice. Therapy can help children and teens work through emotional or behavioral challenges, giving them the tools to build confidence and resilience. Our therapists provide a safe space for children to process their emotions and develop lifelong coping skills. We work with parents to support the child’s journey toward emotional health, offering feedback and guidance along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my child needs therapy?
If they are showing signs such as mood swings, social withdrawal, or academic struggles, your child might benefit from therapy.
Will my child have to talk about everything?
Therapy is a safe space for everybody, especially children and youth. Children are encouraged to open up at their own pace and will never be forced to speak about anything they aren't ready for, or anything that makes them uncomfortable.
How long does therapy take?
Each person's therapy journey varies in length, and is focused on progress rather than timeline. You can speak with your child's therapist about their individualized treatment plan.
Helping Kids and Teens with life's struggles
Growing up isn’t easy. Kids and teens today face complex issues—from school pressures and social anxiety to bigger questions about identity, the future, and the world around them. These challenges can be overwhelming, but therapy offers a space to sort through these thoughts and feelings in a way that encourages growth and resilience.
At Words of Hope Counselling, we focus on creating personalized coping strategies to help kids and teens manage stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. By focusing on their strengths, we empower them to approach challenges with confidence, ultimately leading to healthier, happier lives. Our goal is to equip young people with the emotional tools they need to navigate life successfully—now and in the future.
Therapy Approaches for Children and Youth
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – Helps children recognize and change negative thought patterns that lead to anxiety or depression.
Play Therapy – Engages younger children through storytelling, toys, and games to express emotions and cope with stress.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy – Teaches kids relaxation and coping techniques for emotional regulation.
Family Therapy – Helps strengthen family relationships and improve communication between parents and children.
Ready to support your child or teen on their journey to emotional well-being?
Contact us today to learn more about our child and youth therapy services and take the first step toward a brighter future.
Therapy and counselling services in person for residents of Barrie, Midhurst, Angus, Midland, Innisfil, Bradford, Alliston, Collingwood and Surrounding Areas. Virtual therapy and counselling services province-wide in Ontario.
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