Child and Adolescent Therapy

Children and Adolescents are ever changing beings. They are continuously developing new skills and gaining more independence from their families as they age. if you are a parent or caretaker of a child you must know that kids and teens change quickly. Just when you think you have them figured out....boom, there's something new! With all of the changes that children and teens have to endure, it makes complete sense that they would be confused, frightened, overwhelmed and unsure of what lies ahead. This confusion and uneasiness can take on many different forms such as depression, anxiety, defiance, impulsive behaviors and even attention problems. For these young individuals, it is often easier to talk to a neutral party rather than their parents or older caretakers. 

If a child or teenager has experienced any form of trauma in their short life, then the confusion and effects on their development and behaviors are exacerbated. Trauma impacts brain development so even if a child may say that they are "over it", there could be other factors that are still affected by the trauma. Counseling can be an excellent avenue to help children and adolescents process trauma in a manner which they are comfortable with and that is developmentally appropriate so that they don't have to be plagued by the painful memories any longer . All four of the therapists at Restorative Solutions Counseling specialize in trauma. 

If you and your child have been separated for long periods of time because of deployments, medical issues, divorce, adoption or any other reason, you may want help strengthening the attachment between you and your child. The attachments that children build with caregivers has an impact on the relationships that they build throughout their lives. A separation or disruption does not have to break the bond that you desire to have with your child. Attachment therapy is possible with children of all ages. 

Children and adolescents are the future and we would like to help them have the best opportunity possible to be healthy, happy and successful.