Child Therapy at Houston, TX

When Your Child is Struggling, It Affects the Whole Family

• Watching your child feel anxious, sad, or overwhelmed can leave you feeling helpless.

• Big emotions like anger, fear, or frustration may surface in ways that are hard to manage at home or school.

• Social challenges, bullying, or academic stress can impact their confidence and self-esteem.

• Life transitions or traumatic events can leave them confused and unsure of how to cope.

We are here for you—and your children.

What Is Child Therapy?

Child therapy provides a safe and supportive space for children to explore their emotions, learn coping skills, and navigate life’s challenges. Through play, conversation, and age-appropriate therapeutic techniques, kids gain tools to understand their feelings and develop healthy ways of expressing them.

At Therapy Center of Houston, our team works with children of all ages experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bullying, trauma, or difficult life transitions. Our goal is to help them build emotional resilience, flexibility, and long-term well-being.

Why is Child Therapy Important?

Childhood experiences lay the foundation for future growth. When emotional struggles go unaddressed, they can affect relationships, school performance, and overall development. Early therapeutic support helps children:

• Learn to regulate emotions and reduce stress.

• Improve communication and problem-solving skills.

• Strengthen self-esteem and confidence.namics.

• Develop resilience in the face of challenges.

Therapy isn’t just about addressing problems—it’s about empowering children to thrive.

Licensed, Experienced, and Compassionate Therapists

All of our clinicians are licensed, highly trained, and experienced in working with children and families. With patience and compassion, we create a safe environment where your child feels heard, supported, and respected

Our Approach to Child Therapy in Houston

We use evidence-based and developmentally appropriate approaches to meet your child’s unique needs:

• Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - (TF-CBT)  structured, evidence-based type of therapy designed specifically for children, adolescents, and their caregivers who are experiencing significant emotional or behavioral difficulties as a result of traumatic events. It can also be adapted for adults, but it was originally developed with younger clients in mind.

• Play Therapy – Helping children express emotions and resolve challenges through play, the language they know best.

• Child-Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT) – Strengthening communication and connection between children and caregivers.

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Teaching children to recognize and reframe unhelpful thoughts that impact emotions and behavior.

• Trauma-Informed Supportive Therapy / EMDR – Gently addressing trauma in ways that build safety, trust, and healing.

Each treatment plan is tailored to your child and family, blending these methods to provide the best possible care.