In your child’s life, there may come a time when hugs and kisses aren’t enough. If you feel like you’ve tried everything but your child is still experiencing anxiety and stress or is displaying uncharacteristic fits of anger, then it may be time to seek outside help. We all want only the best for our children, but sometimes you can’t provide them with the help they need. Whether your child is starting preschool, elementary school, middle school, or high school; we understand how hard and emotionally trying it has been for you to try to help your child through their current struggles and we’re here to help.
If your child’s emotions and behaviors have reached the level of interfering with their relationships, daily routine, attention, and schoolwork then it’s time to come talk to one of our compassionate child psychologists. At ELEOS Psychology Center we take pride in having some of the best child psychologists in Minneapolis. No matter what challenges your child is facing, young or old, our therapists can work closely with you and your family to provide the care, attention, and empathy needed to start on a path to happiness for all. By working closely with your young child or teen to find the roots of their disruptive behaviors and emotions our therapists will create a custom tailored therapy plan that can be utilized both in and out of the office. In session, we’ll teach you and your child skills to use in-between visits, and build a path toward courage, calm, and resilience.
The methods all of our caring therapists use are deeply rooted in compassion: compassion through the therapeutic relationship, compassion for the self, and compassion toward others. The first step in the healing process is to create a compassionate therapeutic relationship between you and your child to make therapy feel safe and comfortable for you both. Part of this step is completed by teaching you how to have compassion for your child, replacing the frustration and anger, and providing you with a deeper insight as to why your child is acting the way he or she is.
Developing social skills, self-esteem, emotional regulation skills, and other critical emotional stepping-stones takes time—and experience. All of the therapy performed by our therapists at ELEOS is curated with the goal of helping your child to achieve long-term happiness and health, whether that’s in the home, at school, or with friends. Our experienced therapists have a special knack for helping children and teens work through their toughest thoughts and problems. With a multitude of therapeutic techniques, our therapists will implement custom tailored strategies when working with your child.
Help Your Child at ELEOS through Child Therapy in Minneapolis
At ELEOS we understand that no two children are the same, that’s why our child psychologists take the time to get to know you and your child before constructing a therapeutic course of action. Your child’s therapist will be able to help him, or her, understand how their environment affects their thoughts, how their thoughts shape their emotions, and how their emotions impact their behaviors. Being a kid is hard, whether they’re just starting preschool or are the star quarterback at their high school, childhood is a time in one’s life that demands constant change. These changes can be emotional or physical, and find a way through can be difficult and sometimes overwhelming. By giving your child the skills they need to identify their emotions, your child will gain the ability to put his or her thoughts and feelings into words so that they can more appropriately express themselves, leading to less destructive behavior and a more constructive lifestyle.
Your child’s therapist will help you as a parent to understand how to meet your child’s emotional needs as well as many other positive and effective parenting strategies that will build both a stronger parent-child relationship and improve your child’s behavior. Our talented therapists will help you take their teachings beyond your child’s therapy session by instructing you on how to be more effective in your child’s learning. You’ll learn how to be more effective while helping your child be compliant or while assisting them with regulating their mood. From homework time to bedtime, you’ll gain the skills you need to help your child stay calm and happy.
The key to successful child therapy lies in getting to know your child, establishing a trusting relationship and understanding what will help them best. Because of the variety of ways in which children interact with therapy, ELEOS is prepared with a wide array of techniques. A therapy session at ELEOS could include drawing a picture, playing a game, playing with toys or doing whatever else they enjoy. For teens, this might be also include discussing their extracurricular activities, favorite tv show, video games, or Youtube videos. We know that more than 1 out of 20 American teenagers experiences depression and anxiety, that’s why we’ve use evidence based practices that work to make a lasting change in your adolescent’s life.
For younger children, speaking and interacting with your child in a way they feel most comfortable enables them to feel less inhibited and more comfortable with the entire therapy process. That’s why we implement play therapy when possible. Play therapy is an evidence based practice used by ELEOS child psychologists to help children learn crucial social skills, communication skills, and self-regulation. What may seem like just play to you is, in reality, an exercise that has the power to teach your child many important lessons. By understanding the interaction and various scenarios happening between toys, or during a game, children can learn all sorts of skills; self-soothing, empathy, understanding, and compassion are just a few your child will walk away with over time.
Playing a game or talking about their interests, for your child, is a very natural activity and is a comfortable way for them to communicate, which is why our therapists use this everyday activity to impart healing techniques and concepts to your child in a friendly and non-threatening manner. One of the best parts about utilizing these strategies in a child’s therapy plan is the ability for you, the parent or guardian, to replicate the experience at home.
Finding a Child Psychologist in Minneapolis
Know that whatever strategies your therapist uses, you’ll be involved in the process of your child’s healing. Our therapists understand that you have been trying very hard and doing everything within your power to help your child. Our therapy sessions will build upon the relationship that you’ve already created with your child to make the healing process easier for both parent and child. Our goal is to help you and your entire family learn from your child’s therapy sessions to make lasting positive changes in your lives.
If your child is acting out or withdrawing from you and your family, you are not alone. It can be difficult to determine, or admit, that your child needs therapy. Any child at any age can benefit from the communication skills, coping skills, and social skills learned through therapy. Common signs that your child may need to see a therapist include mood swings, low self-esteem, loss of energy, difficulty sleeping, or changes in eating habits.
The Therapy Your Child Needs In Minneapolis
Wherever you live throughout the Minneapolis area, our location in St. Louis Park is easily accessible to all. Our Minneapolis child therapy services can help open communication between you and your child as well as within your family as we work towards the health and well-being of your child together.
Our therapists are here for you anytime you need them. We have helped hundreds of children of varying ages from all across Minneapolis find the help they need with our innovative and evidence based strategies. With our collaborative approach, your child can get the help he or she needs today.