Indy Child Therapist, LLC

03/25/2026

YOU ARE INVITED- to join the ICT Team for the 2026 OCD Walk this fall.
Join us on September 19, 2026 from 10a-2p at Holland Park in Fishers for food, fun, games, raffles, and MORE! If you are not able to attend but would like to support us, you can also make a donation on our team page! Hope to see you there.
https://support.iocdf.org/team/815978

03/21/2026

When therapy is working, it doesn’t always look like big, obvious change right away.

More often, it shows up in subtle shifts:
• Your child begins to open up or express themselves more
• Big emotions feel a little less intense or pass more quickly
• You notice small moments of coping, even if the struggle is still there

In child therapy, progress often starts with connection.
When a child feels safe, understood, and supported, change follows.

And it’s not just about your child. You may find yourself feeling more confident, more clear, and more equipped in how you respond and support them at home.

Therapy working doesn’t mean everything is “fixed.”
It means your child and your family are building the tools, insight, and support needed to move forward.

If your child or family is struggling, we’re here to support you with care that is thoughtful, intentional, and tailored to your needs.

03/19/2026

If you’re starting therapy for your child, it’s completely normal to wonder:
- How long will this take?
- Is this just something they go to once a week?
- What am I supposed to be doing?

These are good questions and here is what we know- therapy is most effective when:
✦ It is consistent
Weekly sessions build momentum. Gaps make it harder to see progress.

✦ Parents are involved
Especially with kids—what happens at home matters just as much as what happens in session.

✦ Skills are practiced at home
Skills only stick when they’re used in real life.

We also know that therapy:
✦ Takes time
Meaningful, lasting change doesn’t happen overnight.

✦ It won’t always feel easy
Some parts of the process can feel uncomfortable before things improve.

If your child or family is struggling, we would love to come alongside you to help support your child, and you, in feeling more confident, connected, and equipped.

Reach out today at 317-683-0031 or newclient @ indychildtherapist.com

03/17/2026

This is an ongoing enrollment group. It runs through the end of May and is a charged by the weekly session!

NOW ENROLLING
Our Neurodiverse Social Group for teens provides a supportive and inclusive environment where participants can build confidence, develop meaningful connections, and enhance social communication skills. Through engaging activities and guided discussions, group members learn strategies to navigate social situations.
This group is designed to empower teens diagnosed as Autism (level 1), AuADHD, and ADHD with practical tools and a sense of community, fostering growth and resilience in a judgment-free space.
You do not need to be a client of ICT to enroll.

03/17/2026

When therapy is working, families can feel the difference.

We regularly ask parents for feedback so we can stay accountable to what actually matters.

Are we perfect? No.
Are we committed to listening, adjusting, and improving? Absolutely.

These numbers reflect what matters most:
✔ Kids feeling understood
✔ Parents feeling confident in the fit
✔ Sessions that stay focused and meaningful

And when something isn’t working, we want to know, so we can make it right.

Because your child deserves therapy that truly helps.

03/06/2026

Today our owner, Jessica Hood, completed another 2 day training on OCD and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). With this training, the number of therapists we’ve trained in ERP has now surpassed 100 🎉

We are passionate about making sure children, teens, and families have access to excellent, effective OCD treatment, even if that care isn’t with us! Every training means more therapists in our community who can provide evidence-based treatment for OCD.

We’re excited to add more names to our referral list and proud that all of our clinicians at Indy Child Therapist are fully ERP-trained.

Know a child or teen struggling with OCD or anxiety?
We’re always happy to help families connect with the right support, whether that’s with our team or another ERP trained therapist in the community.

02/23/2026

NOW ENROLLING
Our Neurodiverse Social Group for teens provides a supportive and inclusive environment where participants can build confidence, develop meaningful connections, and enhance social communication skills. Through engaging activities and guided discussions, group members learn strategies to navigate social situations.
This group is designed to empower teens diagnosed as Autism (level 1), AuADHD, and ADHD with practical tools and a sense of community, fostering growth and resilience in a judgment-free space.
You do not need to be a client of ICT to enroll.

02/18/2026

We wanted to take a minute to highlight our newest clinician, Katy. She is a fully licensed therapist who loves working with most ages. She brings a calm but playful presence to her therapy sessions and loves to work with anxiety, ADHD, ASD, and trauma. She has openings as soon as next week and can take most insurances!
317-683-0031
newclient@indychildtherapist.com

02/10/2026

We have several new posts up on our website:
When Your Child “Flips Their Lid”
https://indychildtherapist.com/when-your-child-flips-their-lid/
and
The Power of “I’m Sorry”: How Repair Heals Parent-Child Relationships
https://indychildtherapist.com/im-sorry-repair-after-rupture/

If you’ve ever seen your child go from calm to overwhelmed in seconds, you’re not alone. What to do when you kid flips their lid

02/07/2026

GROUPS STILL OPEN- We have pushed back the start dates on a few of our groups.
We have changed the age range for the Bridges Divorce Group to 8-10 yr olds. If you are interested in enrolling please email groups@indychildtherapist.com or call 317-683-0031

02/05/2026

KEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINE
Owner and mom, Jessica Hood, shares some tips for keeping your kids safe online.
1. Have ongoing conversations with your kids.
Start talking about online safety around age 5 and continue as kids grow. Teach them never to share their name, phone number, address, school, or location with anyone online they do not know in real life. Around ages 8–10, begin talking about online grooming and explain that it often does not look obvious or dangerous at first.

2. Set app download permissions.
Require a passcode for downloading new apps and ensure your child cannot change that password (typically in privacy settings). Know what apps your child is using and what they are designed to do, especially whether they allow messaging, chat, or contact with strangers (YES roblox does all!). Common Sense Media is a helpful resource for understanding apps and age recommendations.

3. Set internet limitations.
Ensure their internet turns off at a certain time and no phone in bedrooms after bedtime (yes, they should have one of these!). Sleep science and child safety guidelines both support keeping devices in common areas during bedtime!

4. Monitor and stay involved.
Know who your child is communicating with online and regularly review their friend lists and activity. Ask about anyone you do not recognize and encourage open communication if something online feels uncomfortable or confusing.

Youtube Link to Video: https://youtu.be/lSxAP6bgieI?feature=shared

Additional Links:
https://childrescuecoalition.org/educations/10-expert-tips-for-protecting-children-from-online-sexual-predators/
https://www.dhs.gov/know2protect/take-action
https://support.apple.com/en-us/105121
https://www.pcmag.com/how-to/ways-kids-are-getting-around-parental-controls-on-apple-screen-time
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/app-reviews

02/02/2026

We are devasted to hear of the outcome of the Hailey Buzbee investigation. We have several therapists specially trained in grief if you have a teen needing to process this tragedy. 317-683-0031

Also, we will be posting a short video later this week on internet safety and steps parents can take to try to reduce the likelihood of online child seduction and other predatory behaviors.