
Our practice is heart-centered, where children are provided with a space to feel safe, seen, and supported - just as they are.
Whether they’re struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, grief, or navigating big life transitions, this is a place where they can play, express themselves freely, build trust, and grow.
Through connection and play, we help children make sense of their experiences and build confidence from within.
Each therapist brings their own unique strengths and approaches, drawing from a range of evidence-based and creative approaches to support each child’s individual needs.

We use a playful, creative, and developmentally attuned approach that helps children feel at ease. Whether it’s through art, Lego, social stories, sensory materials, or a game of checkers, we invite kids to explore and express their feelings in ways that feel natural and engaging. We're always open to incorporating your child’s interests - even if they would like to teach us something new!
We help children build self-awareness. We use play-based approaches to help children express emotions, process experiences, and explore their inner world in a safe and developmentally appropriate way. Our work is strengths-based and trauma-informed, and we prioritize building a safe, respectful relationship with each child. That relationship becomes the foundation for everything we do together.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step - for both children and their parents. Our goal is to make the process feel easy-going, supportive, and collaborative from the very beginning.
We invite parents or caregivers to attend the intake session with their child. This is a time for us to get to know one another and begin to understand your child’s story. We’ll talk about your child’s history; including medical, developmental, family, and school background - as well as any current challenges or concerns. Children are welcome to bring something comforting along with them to sessions, such as a toy, a favorite stuffy, or a snack. We’ll also go over important counselling and psychotherapy policies, and we will walk you through the consent forms to ensure everything is clear.
If you prefer to speak privately without your child present, we offer the option of scheduling a parent intake session to hear your concerns.
After the intake session, we typically work one-on-one with children. This one-on-one time helps build trust, safety, and connection - which are essential components for meaningful therapeutic work. In these early sessions, we focus on building rapport and creating a space where your child feels seen, heard, and accepted as they are.
Regular weekly or bi-weekly sessions offer the best opportunity for progress, and as your child begins to feel more regulated and supported, we can begin to space out appointments based on their needs.
Building a trusting relationship is essential for effective therapy. Just like with adults, we hold your child’s confidentiality with great care. Knowing they have a private space helps children build trust and explore their feelings. We explain to each child, in age-appropriate language, that what they share is confidential, meaning we won't share it with others without their permission. However, there are limits to confidentiality, which will be clearly explained during the intake session.
We understand the importance of keeping you informed about your child's progress. We are happy to offer parent consultation sessions where we can discuss general themes, strategies to support your child at home, and address questions that you may have. This collaborative approach helps reinforce the therapeutic work and supports your child's growth and well-being.
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