Helena · Birmingham · Online in Alabama

Therapy for Children, Teens & Families

Helping young people feel understood, build confidence, and navigate life’s challenges—with support for the families who love them.

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Growing Up Is Hard. No One Should Do It Alone.

Every stage of development brings its own challenges and real opportunities for growth. Whether it’s a young child working through big emotions, a preteen feeling the weight of social pressure, or a teen navigating identity, anxiety, or self-esteem, therapy can offer a safe and supportive space.

Reaching out doesn’t mean something is wrong with your child or your family. Many families come to therapy to understand one another better, learn new skills, and feel more connected.

Support at Every Stage

We work with children and teens ages 3 through 18. Each therapist has their own age focus.

Ages 3–12

Children’s Therapy

Young children often express themselves best through play. Depending on the therapist, sessions may include play, art, movement, storytelling, conversation, and skill-building to help children explore feelings, learn coping skills, and grow in confidence.

Ages 9–18

Preteen & Teen Therapy

Therapy gives preteens and teens a place to be heard as they work through anxiety, depression, identity development, peer relationships, bullying, school stress, emotional regulation, self-esteem, and family communication.

Caregivers & Families

Family Therapy & Parent Support

Some of our therapists offer family sessions and parent coaching to strengthen communication, navigate transitions, and support routines and emotional regulation at home. We welcome whoever you define as family, including biological and chosen families.

Preteens ages 9–12 may work with either a children’s or a teen therapist, depending on their needs.
Not every therapist offers play therapy or family therapy, and we’re happy to help you find the right fit.

What We Help With

These are some of the reasons families reach out. This list isn’t complete.

Anxiety, Fears & Emotional Overwhelm

Worry, fears, or separation anxiety
Trouble with sleep
Feeling overwhelmed or emotionally stuck

Behavior & Emotional Regulation

Big emotions and outbursts
Trouble calming down
Frustration, anger, or irritability

Trauma, Grief & Difficult Experiences

Loss of a loved one
Frightening or painful experiences
Medical or family crises

School Stress, Bullying & Peer Relationships

Academic stress and perfectionism
Peer conflict or bullying
Friendship and social challenges

Self-Esteem, Identity & Transitions

Low self-worth
Questions about identity, gender, sexuality, or belonging
Developmental changes and transitions

Family Conflict & Changing Family Dynamics

Divorce or separation
Blended families and new routines
Communication struggles at home

Our Approach

Every child and family is different, so therapy is shaped around your child’s age, needs, and goals.

Individualized

Sessions are developmentally appropriate and tailored to each child or teen.

Emotional Safety

We create a warm, welcoming space where young people can feel seen and understood.

Evidence-Informed

Therapists draw on research-supported approaches suited to your child’s needs.

Caregiver Collaboration

We partner with caregivers to support growth at home, at school, and in relationships.

Parent Involvement & Teen Privacy

Your therapist will explain how involvement and privacy work at the start of therapy.

How Caregivers Are Involved

How involved parents and caregivers are depends on your child’s age and needs, your therapist’s clinical judgment, and applicable Alabama law. Caregivers of younger children are often closely involved. Teens are given appropriate privacy so they can speak openly, while therapists keep caregivers informed in ways that support progress.

Limits of Confidentiality

Confidentiality has legal and safety limits. A therapist may need to share information if there is a risk of serious harm to your child or others, if abuse or neglect is suspected, or when otherwise required by law. Please ask your therapist any questions about privacy.

What to Expect

The process varies by therapist and family, but it often looks like this.

Initial Inquiry & Therapist Matching
Reach out to share your concerns, and we’ll help match your child or teen with a therapist suited to their age and needs.
Intake & Assessment
Therapy often begins with a caregiver consultation, plus a teen intake when appropriate, to understand history, strengths, and goals.
Treatment & Family Collaboration
Sessions are tailored to your child, and caregivers are included in ways that fit your child’s age and needs.
Ongoing Review of Goals
Regular check-ins help keep therapy aligned with progress at home and school.