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Child & Youth Therapy

When Words Aren’t Enough, Play Becomes Their Voice.

We understand how hard it is to watch your child struggle. Through the magic of play therapy, we help children express what they can’t put into words—guiding them toward emotional healing, resilience, and joy.

Our Therapists for Children Ages 12 and Under

Keera Anton - InnerSight Psychotherapy
Chantal Ruzsa - InnerSight Psychotherapy
Sara Galloro-De Faveri - InnerSight Psychotherapy
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Why Child Play Therapy?

As parents, you want nothing more than to see your child happy, confident, and thriving. But sometimes, emotions get too big, behaviours feel out of control, and it’s hard to know how to help. That’s where we come in.

At InnerSight Psychotherapy, we specialize in play therapy—a proven approach that speaks the language of children. Through play, we create a safe space where your child can explore feelings, process challenges, and develop the skills they need to navigate the world with confidence.

Why Choose Us:

We know you’ve tried so much already—comforting, encouraging, even searching online for answers late at night. Parenting through tough times is exhausting, but you don’t have to do it alone.

  • Safe & Nurturing Environment: Your child will feel seen, heard, and understood.
  • Specialized Expertise: With years of experience in play therapy, we know how to gently guide children toward healing.
  • Holistic Support: We work alongside you, offering practical tools and insights to strengthen your bond with your child.
  • A Tailored Approach: Every child is unique. We customize every session to meet your child’s specific needs.

Together, we’ll help your child grow stronger, braver, and more at peace.

What Can Play Therapy Help With?

Anxiety Therapy | Innersight Psychotherapy

Anxiety

Common challenges:

  • Difficulty expressing fears and stress
  • Lack of effective coping and calming strategies
  • Low confidence in facing new challenges

How therapy helps:

  • Helps children express fears in a safe space
  • Facilitates learning calming strategies
  • Builds confidence to face challenges

Trauma and PTSD | | Innersight Psychotherapy

Trauma

Common challenges:

  • Difficulty processing painful experiences directly
  • Struggles with emotional regulation after a traumatic event
  • Loss of a sense of safety and security

How therapy helps:

  • Helps children process trauma through symbolic play
  • Facilitates emotional healing without reliving painful events
  • Aids in regaining safety and emotional well-being

Behavioural Challenges | InnerSight Psychotherapy

Behavioural Challenges

Common challenges:

  • Negative, disruptive, or difficult behaviours
  • Poor impulse control and self-regulation
  • Difficulty forming and maintaining positive interactions

How therapy helps:

  • Identifies underlying emotions driving behaviours
  • Improves self-regulation and impulse control
  • Fosters and supports positive social interactions

ADHD Therapy | InnerSight Psychotherapy

ADHD

Common challenges:

  • Difficulty with self-regulation and social skills
  • Struggles managing energy and focus
  • Challenges with attention and following tasks

How therapy helps:

  • Teaches children self-regulation and coping strategies
  • Helps manage energy, focus, and attention difficulties
  • Develops essential social skills through engaging sessions

Grief and Loss

Common challenges:

  • Difficulty processing intense feelings like sadness, anger, or confusion
  • Struggling to cope with the change after a significant loss
  • Emotional overwhelm impacting daily life

How therapy helps:

  • Provides a compassionate and supportive environment
  • Helps children process sadness, anger, and confusion related to loss
  • Supports coping and healing after a significant loss

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Social and Peer Difficulties

Common challenges:

  • Conflict with peers and difficulty resolving disputes
  • Struggles with communication and social interactions
  • Lack of confidence in forming friendships and social connections

How therapy helps:

  • Helps children develop empathy and conflict resolution skills
  • Builds and improves communication skills
  • Boosts confidence to form meaningful friendships and connections

Self-Esteem Issues | Innersight Psychotherapy

Low Self-Esteem

Common challenges:

  • Lack of confidence and self-doubt
  • Difficulty identifying and validating strengths
  • Struggles with problem-solving and expressing needs

How therapy helps:

  • Fosters problem-solving abilities and explores strengths
  • Encourages validation and self-acceptance
  • Helps children build confidence and a positive self-image

Anger and Emotional Regulation | InnerSight Psychotherapy

Anger and Emotional Regulation

Common challenges:

  • Difficulty recognizing and managing strong emotions, especially anger
  • Overwhelming feelings leading to unhealthy coping responses
  • Outbursts or inability to express anger constructively

How therapy helps:

  • Teaches children to recognize and manage strong emotions and anger
  • Develops healthier ways to handle overwhelming feelings
  • Promotes effective emotional regulation

Common Questions

What is play therapy?

Play therapy is a therapeutic approach that uses play to help children express their feelings, process experiences, and develop coping skills in a safe and natural way. It’s especially effective for children who may not yet have the words to articulate their emotions.

During play therapy sessions, children use toys, games, and creative activities to express themselves. The therapist observes, engages, and guides them, helping uncover emotions or challenges and teaching healthier ways to navigate their feelings and behaviors.

Play therapy supports children dealing with anxiety, trauma, ADHD, behavioural challenges, grief, low self-esteem, social difficulties, and emotional regulation. It’s a versatile approach tailored to each child’s unique needs.

The timeline varies for each child. Some may show progress in a few sessions, while others may need ongoing support. The therapist works with you to monitor and celebrate your child’s progress.

While play therapy is often associated with younger children, it can be adapted for older children and even teens, depending on their developmental stage and specific needs.

Yes, parental involvement is essential. Therapists often provide updates, tools, and strategies to help you support your child at home. Some sessions may also include family participation.

In play therapy, the therapist uses play intentionally as a tool for assessment and intervention. It’s guided and therapeutic, helping children work through emotions, behaviours, or challenges in a structured way.

Sessions may include activities like drawing, storytelling, role-playing, or playing with toys. The therapist observes and interacts with the child, using the play to address emotions and foster growth.

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About Us

At InnerSight Psychotherapy, we understand the unique challenges children and families face. Our compassionate therapists create a supportive, child-centered environment where young minds can express their feelings, overcome struggles, and grow toward emotional well-being. Through play therapy, we help children and their families find clarity, connection, and the tools for a brighter, more fulfilling future.

Therapists Who Truly Care

At InnerSight Psychotherapy, our therapists are the heart of what we do—dedicated, compassionate professionals deeply committed to your child’s emotional well-being and growth. Each member of our team brings extensive experience and specialized training, including expertise in play therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy. More than clinicians, our therapists are empathetic guides who create a safe, nurturing space for children and families to navigate challenges, discover strengths, and build resilience together. Your child’s journey toward healing and confidence is our greatest priority.

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