Therapy for Children and Teens in San Antonio
Growing Up Can Be Tough
ICFE therapists strive to provide a supportive and caring space for children and teens. Our therapists understand child development and use therapeutic techniques, such as play therapy and art therapy, to work effectively with children. We also actively include parents and caregivers to support lasting growth at home and beyond.
Supporting Kids and Families With Life’s Challenges
ICFE therapists can address a wide range of issues, including social anxiety, separation anxiety, phobias, depression and other mood disorders, divorce adjustment, school and peer challenges, ADHD and ADD, behavioral issues, grief and loss, major life transitions, emotional regulation, Autism, sensory processing issues, low self-esteem, loneliness and isolation, sleep problems, school refusal, trauma and stress, preparing for independent living, sexual orientation, and screen and gaming management.
Play Therapy
Decades of research consistently demonstrate the power of play therapy to help children with a wide variety of emotional, behavioral, and relational goals. ICFE therapists working with young children are trained and experienced to incorporate play therapy specific techniques and approaches based on the needs of the child and the child’s family. Play-based and creative types of therapy can also be very effective for older children and adolescents.
Research-Backed and Effective Child Therapy
Active participation of parents or caregivers
A child's relationships with their primary caregivers are vital to healthy development and are often impacted when problems arise. Our therapists work collaboratively with parents, not only as experts on their child's history and needs, but also as key agents of change. The therapist will build a relationship with the whole family to understand the child's environment and help parents modify that environment to facilitate desired changes.
Developmentally appropriate therapy techniques
Because children have a limited ability to verbalize their feelings, play therapy uses their natural form of communication to help them work through issues. Play is a critical part of child development, and our therapists are trained to use it to achieve therapeutic goals. As part of the process, your therapist will educate you on how to better understand your child through play. You'll also learn how their developmental stage may be connected to the problems they are experiencing.
Dedicated to supporting children and their families
Many therapists at ICFE specialize in working with children and adolescents, and much of our office space is dedicated to child and family therapy to support social, emotional, and psychological health of children. It is important for parents to understand a few aspects of ICFE policies and procedures regarding therapy involving minors.
Find Your Therapist
Meet our therapists who specialize in working with kids and teens.
