Understand what is happening
Give feelings, behaviors, and patterns language that makes sense to the child and family.
Who we help · Children
Support for children when something feels off, stuck, or harder than usual.
Children do not always have the words to explain what is bothering them. Worry, frustration, behavior changes, school difficulties, or problems with friends can sometimes be the first signs that they need more support.
You may be noticing…
Every child is different. Families often reach out when one or more of these concerns are getting in the way of everyday life:
- Frequent worry, fears, perfectionism, or avoidance
- Big emotional reactions, irritability, or difficulty calming down
- Changes in behavior at home or school
- School stress, attention or organization difficulties, or school avoidance
- Friendship challenges, social anxiety, or low confidence
- Difficulty adjusting to family changes, transitions, or loss
How we think about the work
Children make sense of the world differently than adults.
Therapy should meet them there. Depending on age and need, sessions may include conversation, play or creative activities, skill-building, behavioral strategies, and practical ways to recognize and manage emotions.
Parents are often an important part of the work. Your child’s clinician can help determine when caregiver involvement, parent coaching, or coordination around school concerns may be useful.
Build useful skills
Practice coping, emotional regulation, problem-solving, communication, and other tools that can carry into daily life.
Support the environment around them
When helpful, involve caregivers and consider what is happening at home, school, and in relationships.
Related support
Different concerns can call for different ways of working.
You do not need to decide which service is right before contacting the office. These are simply common starting points related to this page.
In-person in New City
130 N. Main Street, Suite 202, New City, NY 10956A first step
Not sure whether this is the right place to start?
You do not need to sort that out before reaching out. Tell us generally what is going on and we can help you think through fit, availability, and a reasonable next step.