Children & Adolescents

Growing up comes with challenges at every stage. Whether your child is struggling with big emotions, anxiety, social difficulties, life changes, or stress, therapy can provide support, skills, and a safe place to process what they're experiencing.

Our therapists tailor treatment to each child's developmental needs. For younger children, we often use play, art, and other expressive approaches that allow them to communicate naturally. For teens, therapy focuses on building coping skills, emotional awareness, confidence, and healthy relationships.

Common Concerns We Help With

  • Anxiety and worries

  • Depression, sadness, and withdrawal

  • Emotional regulation and "big feelings"

  • Social skills and peer relationships

  • Family stress and conflict

  • Life transitions and adjustment

  • Grief and loss

  • Trauma

  • Attention and school-related challenges

  • Self-esteem and identity development

  • Self-harm and suicidal thoughts

  • Mindfulness and coping skills

Child Therapy (Ages 4–11)

Children often experience emotions they don't yet have the words or tools to express. Through play, art, and other developmentally appropriate approaches, therapy helps children build emotional awareness, coping skills, and resilience.

Therapists Seeing Children

  • Alayna Gruss (5+)

  • Allison Pritt (6+)

  • Brittany Bartley (4+)

  • Brittany Rinehart (6+)

  • Hailey Mostacciuolo (6+)

  • Hailee Tate (6+)

  • Terri Bunbar (4+)

  • Naomi Crickenberger (6+)

Adolescent Therapy (Ages 12–18)

The teen years can bring increased academic, social, family, and emotional pressures. Therapy provides a confidential and supportive space where teens can explore challenges, strengthen coping skills, and build confidence as they navigate adolescence.

Therapists Seeing Adolescents

  • Alayna Gruss (15+)

  • Allison Pritt (15+)

  • Angela Wagner (16+)

  • Brittany Bartley (15+)

  • Brittany Rinehart (15+)

  • Brittany Henderson (12+)

  • Hailey Mostacciuolo (15+)

  • Kayla Harris (16+)

  • Hailee Tate (15+)

  • Brenda Everett (15+)

  • Terri Bunbar (15+)

  • Naomi Crickenberger (15+)

What to Expect

We want children, teens, and families to feel comfortable from the moment they arrive. Our office offers welcoming spaces for children, teens, parents, and siblings while they wait.

During the first few sessions, your therapist will get to know your child, learn about your family's goals, and develop a plan tailored to their needs. Depending on your child's age and preferences, sessions may include conversation, play, art, games, skill-building activities, and parent collaboration.

We believe therapy works best when children and teens feel safe, respected, and supported.

For Parents & Caregivers

Parents are an important part of the healing process. We often encourage caregivers to seek support for themselves as well, recognizing that children benefit from calm, connected, and emotionally supported adults.

"The greatest gift we can give our children is our own healing." — Dr. Gabor Maté

Raising Unbound Children Newsletter

Looking for support between sessions?

Brittany Bartley, LPC, NCC, PMH-C, publishes Raising Unbound Children, a monthly newsletter designed to support parents through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.

Each issue includes:

  • Parenting insights and practical tools

  • Child development education

  • Emotional wellness and self-care strategies

  • Reflection questions for caregivers

  • Tips for navigating stress, anxiety, and family life

Sign up for Raising Unbound Children → https://forms.gle/ZRCe6FsKW1Nx2EL87