Individual Therapy for Children and Adolescents

 

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Children often express their frustrations, worries and distress through unusual behaviors or symptomatic physical manifestations.

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Fear of the dark, sadness, bedwetting, restlessness, or even aggression are symptoms that can appear temporarily during events encountered by the child: birth of a younger sibling, parents' separation, loss of a grandparent, bullying, etc.

If these persist, and when all physical causes have been ruled out, they may indicate a psychological difficulty for the child, which they may not necessarily talk about. Allowing them to see a psychologist and to put words to what they are experiencing can help alleviate the symptoms.

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Whether your child needs support with behavioural difficulties, anxiety, emotional regulation, or social challenges, I provide a tailored one-on-one session. As part of this work we might explore together the child and parents' attachment patterns,  and its reasons.

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My approach is gentle, respectful, and tailored to each child’s needs. Sessions are designed to help children express themselves in a safe and supportive environment, often using play, conversation, and creative activities.

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Adolescence

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Adolescence is a stage of life that is particularly dear to me, although it can be challenging both for adolescents themselves and for those around them, it represents a special time of growth and transformation.

 

During this time  adolescents must not only face the adult world - for which they are not fully prepared - but, simultaneoulsy  they must distance themselves from the childhood world, where their needs were met and their roles clearly defined.

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In their search for independence and autonomy, the adolescent often faces their inability to meet all these new  demands and contradictions. This struggle may lead them to turn to adults (or peers) in search of  reassurance and support.

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​Helping Parents

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Parents and caregivers are an essential part of the therapeutic process. Guidance and support are provided to help extend progress beyond sessions and into everyday life.

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Together, we explore what may be happening in your child’s inner world - understanding the reasons behind their behaviors - so you can respond with greater confidence and clarity.