REFLECTIONS MENTAL HEALTH GROUP
Child Therapy
Building Bright Futures.
Offering child therapy for Ayr, Brant, Brantford, Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo, and online across Ontario.
Express Big Emotions
Learn Coping Skills
Enjoy family time
“I just want my child to be happy.”
It can be challenging to understand your child’s behaviour and needs.
You have always wanted the best for them, but you feel unsure how to support them with their emotions, connections, and challenges as they learn to navigate the world.
At Reflections Mental Health Group, we provide compassionate youth therapy, with a safe space for your child to express themselves freely.
Does your child struggle with:
Frequent outbursts and irritability?
Consistent sleeping and eating patterns?
Withdrawing from friends, family, and activities they used to enjoy?
- Behaviour challenges at home and school?
- Self-confidence and body image?
- Difficulty concentrating and staying focused?
- Intense fear of separation from parents or caregivers?
- Anxiety and worry?
With child therapy, we can help your child be a kid again.
Reflections Mental Health Group
Areas We Can Support Children
Our compassionate child therapy services include support for ADHD, autism, depression, PTSD, trauma, and more. We are dedicated to offering counselling that helps your child thrive.
Anxiety disorders can manifest in your child as excessive fear, worry, or nervousness. This can include general anxiety, social anxiety, specific phobias, separation anxiety, or selective mutism. If your child is struggling with anxiety, you might notice they are excessively worried, avoid social interactions, have intense fears, struggle with being away from you, or stop speaking in certain settings. Therapy can help your child manage their anxiety, develop coping strategies, and improve their overall quality of life.
OCD is characterised by unwanted repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and behaviours (compulsions) that your child feels driven to perform to alleviate anxiety. These behaviours are often time-consuming and can interfere with daily functioning. You might observe your child engaging in repetitive actions like excessive hand washing, checking things repeatedly, or arranging items in a specific way. Therapy can help your child understand and manage their OCD, reducing the impact on their daily life.
Persistent low mood or sadness in children can indicate depression or other mood disorders. This goes beyond occasional sadness and involves prolonged periods of feeling down, hopeless, or uninterested in activities they once enjoyed. You might notice your child being withdrawn, irritable, tearful, or uninterested in playing or engaging in activities they once loved. Therapy can help your child understand and manage their depression, leading to improved mood and a more fulfilling life.
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterised by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Children with ADHD may have trouble focusing, following through on tasks, and controlling their impulses. You might notice your child being easily distracted, constantly moving, acting without thinking, or struggling to complete homework. Therapy can help your child develop skills to manage their ADHD symptoms and improve their daily functioning.
Behavioural challenges can manifest as frequent temper tantrums, defiance, aggression, or difficulty following rules. These behaviours often disrupt daily routines and can impact a child’s ability to function at home and school. Parents might observe their child struggling with authority, having frequent outbursts, or facing disciplinary actions in school. Therapy can provide strategies to manage these behaviours, improving their interactions at home and school.
Autism is a developmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction, and behaviour. Children with autism may have difficulty understanding social cues, forming relationships, and may engage in repetitive behaviours or have restricted interests. Parents might observe their child struggling with eye contact, preferring routine, having intense interests in specific topics, or experiencing sensory sensitivities. Therapy can provide support tailored to their needs, helping them thrive.
School difficulties can involve challenges with academic performance, motivation, or social integration in the school environment. This can stem from various underlying issues such as learning disabilities, anxiety, or attention disorders. Parents might notice their child struggling to keep up with homework, avoiding school, or receiving poor grades. Therapy can help your child address these challenges, improving their academic performance and school experience.
Social issues refer to difficulties in interacting with peers, understanding social norms, or forming and maintaining friendships. These issues can lead to feelings of loneliness and social isolation. Parents might observe their child having trouble making friends, being excluded from group activities, or misinterpreting social cues. Therapy can help your child develop social skills, build meaningful relationships, and increase their self-confidence.
Parenting isn't easy—we're here to help.
We offer in-person child therapy services in Ayr and online child therapy sessions across Ontario
Therapy For Children In Ayr & Across Ontario
How We Can Help Children
Our therapists and counsellors use a variety of tools and modalities such as CBT, DBT, EFT, ACT, Mindfulness, and more to aid in the therapeutic process of helping improve your child’s mental and emotional well-being.
We provide personalized one-on-one sessions with your child to address their unique needs and goals. Parents are involved when possible to keep them informed about our progress and to equip them with strategies to manage their child’s behaviour and emotions effectively.
We utilize CBT to help children identify and change negative thought patterns. This approach empowers your child to develop healthier behaviours and better coping mechanisms, leading to improved emotional well-being.
Through play therapy, we create a safe and engaging environment where your child can express their feelings and experiences. This method helps children process emotions and develop problem-solving skills in a way that feels natural and enjoyable to them.
We teach your child the importance of self-compassion, encouraging them to treat themselves with kindness and understanding. This practice helps reduce self-criticism, fostering a positive self-image and enhancing overall mental health and resilience.
Get the support you need to nurture your child’s growth and foster their happiness.
About Us
Why Choose Reflections Mental Health Group
We believe having the right mindset can change how you live.
We offer space where you can breathe:
From the time you walk through the door, our goal is to ensure we build a connection with you.
We make it easy to get started:
Our team is welcoming and will help you overcome the challenges you might be facing with getting started in therapy.
We have an experienced & specialized team:
Our team of psychologists & psychotherapists have in-depth skills and knowledge working with kids, teens & adults.
We help you manage the challenges you’re facing so you can live with more ease.
Therapists Offering Youth Therapy
Meet our psychotherapists and counsellors offering in-person therapy sessions in Ayr and online sessions across across Ontario.
Our Approach
How Our Child Therapy Works
We get to know your child
Understanding your child's experiences, and challenges is the first step in building a relationship based on trust and connection.
We create a plan
Together, we identify struggles and goals for therapy to create a personalized plan tailored to their unique needs and priorities.
We work with your child
Each session is a stepping stone to move your child forward. We continuously adjust their plan and coping strategies to grow with them.
Questions About Child Therapy
Therapy can help children in a few different ways. It provides children with an emotional vocabulary so that they have the language to express how they are feeling. It can help them learn to identify their emotions and how their body feels. Parents also learn the strategies their kids are learning so that they can help them use the tools at home.
Being a kid can be tough, with lots of big emotions to navigate. Children’s brains aren’t fully developed to manage and regulate their feelings and behaviours, making intense emotions and reactions developmentally normal. However, if these feelings or behaviours negatively impact their well-being, functioning at home, school, or socially, or disrupt family life, therapy can provide the support they need. Therapy helps children gain control and better manage their challenges, leading to improved overall functioning and well-being.
Reflections Mental Health Group
Positive Outcomes of Child Therapy
While we can’t guarantee specific results or a set timeline, with consistency and commitment, your child may:
Experience less worry and become more involved in their life, avoiding things less.
Feel happier and more content.
Show improved behaviour both at home and school.
Learn how to regulate their emotions and reduce outbursts.
Become more connected socially and have an easier time making friends.
As a parent, you may feel more confident in your parenting and have more tools to help your child with their feelings and behaviour.
We provide the support your child needs to feel at ease and unlock their potential.
Contact Us
Book an Appointment
If you’re ready to get started with Reflections Mental Health Group, we’d love to hear from you! You can call us, submit an inquiry via our contact form, or email us directly.
Fax
(226)215-3144
Address
12 Northumberland Street Ayr, ON N0B 1E0