Helping Children: Child Psychology Services

Helping Children: Child Psychology Services Welcome! We are a specialized child psychology clinic for children (2 to 12) and their families.

02/01/2026

WHY PLAY THERAPY?

Play therapy is child-centered, meaning it focuses on your child's specific needs and pace of development. 🏠🌈 It allows them to explore and process their experiences in a way that feels safe and supportive.

Embrace the healing journey of play therapy for your child! 🌻👦

Discover how play becomes a tool for exploring and processing difficult experiences, developing emotional regulation, and creating a path towards mental well-being. In the comforting space of play therapy, your child engages in activities that help them process emotions, develop self-awareness, and build coping strategies. Join the play therapy revolution for a happier, healthier child. 🌈🌿












🌟 Understanding the Complexity of Childhood Grief 🌟Behind the laughter and playful antics lies a realm of emotions too v...
01/31/2026

🌟 Understanding the Complexity of Childhood Grief 🌟

Behind the laughter and playful antics lies a realm of emotions too vast for their tender souls to comprehend. Children, too, bear the weight of grief, mourning not only the death of a loved one but the shattered fragments of their once familiar world. 👴💔

As adults we know, it's imperative that they process the depth of their sorrow and we provide them with the tools to navigate this uncharted territory. We can create a sanctuary where their grief is not met with dismissal but with open arms and understanding. 🤗📚











🧩 Child Therapy Tailored for Each KidTo an outsider, child therapy might look like a playdate 🎲—but to a registered chil...
01/31/2026

🧩 Child Therapy Tailored for Each Kid

To an outsider, child therapy might look like a playdate 🎲—but to a registered child psychologist, which “play” is packed with meaning. 🧩 Every movement, drawing, or story is a doorway into a child’s inner life. Child therapy is creative and clinical—just as it should be. 🎭

👦🏽 👧🏻🧠 Looking for Support for Your Child?

If you're in Alberta (virtual therapy) or the Edmonton area (in-person sessions) and wondering if child therapy could help, our services might be the right fit for your family. 💛

At Helping Children: Child Psychology Services, we work exclusively with children ages 2 to 12 and their families. Whether in-person or online, our therapy is designed to meet kids where they are—emotionally, developmentally, and playfully. 🎨🧩

✨ Book a FREE 15-minute consultation to explore how we can support your child’s emotional wellbeing.

📧 Email us at: info@helpingchildren.ca

🌍 Outside Alberta? We encourage you to connect with a local registered child psychologist for specialized support.










🧗 Did you know overprotection can actually make children more anxious?When kids are shielded from all risks, they learn ...
01/31/2026

🧗 Did you know overprotection can actually make children more anxious?

When kids are shielded from all risks, they learn the world is scary—and that they’re not capable. Resilience grows through trying, failing, and learning. Overprotection sends the opposite message: “You can’t handle it.”

👨👩👧 Parents: Start with “yes” more often. Let your child climb, fall, speak up, and try again. Stay nearby, but don’t step in too soon.

🏫 Teachers: Give students opportunities to solve problems, make choices, and experience natural consequences. Celebrate courage and persistence—not just perfection.











🌈 How Parents Can Support Children with Generalized Anxiety DisorderReassurance helps... until it doesn’t. 🔁Children wit...
01/30/2026

🌈 How Parents Can Support Children with Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Reassurance helps... until it doesn’t. 🔁

Children with Generalized Anxiety Disorder often need tools 🧰 more than answers.

Try this:
🧘 Deep breaths.
🗣️ Talking back to the worry.
🎨 Drawing what they feel.

You’re not alone in teaching these skills—they’re learnable and life-changing. ✨🌟










01/30/2026

🍿📚 Unplug to truly connect! Movie night, story time, or a backyard adventure—family nights without screens remind kids that presence matters more than pixels. Build relationships, not distractions. 💫
















🛷 ⛄ 🎿 Winter Outdoor Play Not sure what to do outside? Try these: ice skating ⛸️, tobogganing 🛷, snow scavenger hunts 🔍,...
01/30/2026

🛷 ⛄ 🎿 Winter Outdoor Play

Not sure what to do outside? Try these: ice skating ⛸️, tobogganing 🛷, snow scavenger hunts 🔍, bird watching 🦅, or simply jumping in the snow! 🍂 Reduced outdoor time often means increased screen time, which can dampen kids’ ability to focus and regulate emotions. Keep those screens off and the winter play on! 🌲















👧💔🧠🗣️📚🖍️💬 Kids Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) for Family Changes – Divorce Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for children i...
01/29/2026

👧💔🧠🗣️📚🖍️💬 Kids Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) for Family Changes – Divorce

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for children is designed to be engaging and interactive, utilizing hands-on activities to reinforce key concepts and skills 🎨. By incorporating play and creativity into therapy sessions, CBT makes learning enjoyable and accessible. Activities like creating a “worry box” 📦 or practicing positive self-talk in a mirror 🪞 not only reinforce the lessons learned but also empower children to take an active role in managing their emotional health in their everyday lives.

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) is a structured approach that focuses on helping children understand and articulate their feelings in a safe environment. By providing children with the tools to express themselves, CBT developing emotional awareness and validates children’s experiences, paving the way for healthier emotional processing.















☀️ Self-Compassion Here’s the truth: You can’t pour from an empty cup. 🫗💔 And yet, so many parents try. Every. Single. D...
01/29/2026

☀️ Self-Compassion

Here’s the truth: You can’t pour from an empty cup. 🫗💔 And yet, so many parents try. Every. Single. Day.
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You show up tired, stretched thin, and still trying to give your best. 😩 On the hardest days, it’s not more effort you need—it’s more grace. 🌸
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These self-compassion statements are gentle reminders that your needs matter too. 🫶 That being human doesn’t disqualify you from being a good parent. 👏
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You’re not failing. You’re just exhausted—and worthy of care. 🛁☕💛














Inspiring Recycle Artists ♻️📦🖼️👩🎨 🌟Art with a Purpose! 🎨💡" "Encourage your child to make something magical from everyday...
01/29/2026

Inspiring Recycle Artists ♻️📦🖼️👩🎨 🌟

Art with a Purpose! 🎨💡" "Encourage your child to make something magical from everyday items! You can make plastic bottle sculptures, cardboard playhouses, or a cardboard city. Recycled art isn’t just about fun—it teaches kids to think about sustainability and the value of reusing materials. 🌍👧👦








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EMOTIONAL LITERACY: Understanding and Expressing Emotions 😊💬: Emotional Literacy 😊❤️ is the ability to recognize, unders...
01/28/2026

EMOTIONAL LITERACY: Understanding and Expressing Emotions 😊💬:

Emotional Literacy 😊❤️ is the ability to recognize, understand, and express emotions in oneself and understand that emotions are felt by others. For children, developing emotional literacy means they can better identify their feelings, manage their emotions, and empathize with the emotions of others. This skill is crucial as it helps children build strong relationships, handle social situations with confidence, and enhances overall emotional well-being and mental health.
















01/28/2026

Play is a child’s first classroom. 🍎📚

Long before formal education begins, play is teaching essential life skills. When kids build a tower, they’re learning about physics. When they engage in pretend play, they’re developing social-emotional skills. And when they explore the outdoors, they’re discovering science in action. Every moment of play is a lesson in creativity, resilience, and discovery. 🌿🔍🎭









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T6B1E6

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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