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Counseling for Children
Children, like adults, can experience mental health challenges that negatively impact their well-being.
Some common mental health problems children experience:
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Anxiety
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Adjusting to situations (divorce, moving, new sibling, etc.)
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Behavioral Disorders
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Bullying
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Peer-Pressure
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
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Grief
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Social Anxiety
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If left untreated, these issues can make your child's daily functioning more difficult, including their ability to achieve developmental milestones, reach educational goals, socialize and most of all enjoy their precious years of being a KID!
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At Blooming Through It, we meet your child where they are at emotionally and guide them to learn new skills to help them grow in this season of their life.
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Benefits of using these approaches
Integrating art, music, and games into therapy can offer a range of benefits, making the therapeutic process more enganging, expressive and effective.
Below are some advantages:
Enhanced Engagement: Incorporating creative elements like art, music and games can make therapy sessions more enjoyable and engaging especially for children and adolescents.
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Expression of Emotions: Art, music and games provide alternative channels for expressing emotions that may be difficult to convey through traditional verbal communication.
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Stress Reduction and Relaxation: Activities such as creating art or playing music can promote relaxation and stress reduction, contributing to a more conductive therapeutic environment.
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Creative Problem-Solving: Engaging in these type of activities often involve problem-solving, fostering creativity and helping clients develop new perspectives on challenges they may be facing.
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Personal Empowerment: Achieving success in creative endeavors, whether its completing an art project or winning a game, can empower individuals and boost their self-esteem.
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Mindfulness and Focus: Engaging in creative activities requires focus and concentration, promoting mindfulness and helping individuals stay present in the the therapeutic process.
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Ileana Abreu
Working with kids means making therapy fun, engaging, and creative! I use play, art, storytelling, and games to help children express their emotions in a way that feels natural and safe. Whether they’re struggling with big feelings, anxiety, behavior challenges, or confidence, I create a space where they can learn coping skills, build resilience, and feel understood. My goal is to help kids grow, heal, and thrive—one playful step at a time!
