Child and Teen Therapy
Trauma-Informed, Neuro-Based Therapy for Children, Teens & Families
Children and teens often struggle to put their inner experiences into words. Emotional pain may instead show up through anxiety, emotional outbursts, perfectionism, withdrawal, behavioural changes, difficulty concentrating, conflict at home, or feeling disconnected from themselves and others.
At Elevare , we understand that beneath many behaviours is a nervous system trying to adapt to stress, overwhelm, trauma, or unmet emotional needs. Rather than asking “What is wrong with this child?”, we gently explore, “What has happened to them, and what does their nervous system need?”
Our child and teen therapists provide compassionate, trauma-informed care that helps young people feel safer in their emotions, relationships, and bodies so healing, resilience, and connection can emerge.
A Trauma-Informed & Neuro-Based Approach
Children and teens communicate through behaviour long before they can fully explain what they are feeling internally.
Our therapists use integrative, neuroscience-informed approaches that support emotional regulation, nervous system healing, attachment repair, and resilience. Therapy is tailored to the developmental needs of each child or teen while creating a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship.
Signs Your Child or Teen May Benefit From Therapy
Children and teens do not always express emotional distress directly. Sometimes the signs are subtle, while other times they can feel overwhelming for both the child and family. Therapy can help children and teens better understand themselves, regulate emotions, strengthen self-worth, and build healthier relationships with themselves and others.
You may notice:
- Increased anxiety or fears
- Emotional outbursts or meltdowns
- Withdrawal from family or friends
- Difficulty managing emotions
- Increased irritability or anger
- Difficulty sleeping
- Trouble concentrating or focusing
- School avoidance or academic stress
- Excessive self-criticism or perfectionism
- Ongoing sadness or hopelessness
- Relationship difficulties
- Behavioural changes after stressful experiences
- Feeling emotionally disconnected or numb
Child & Teen Therapy Services
- Anxiety and excessive worry
- Emotional dysregulation
- Trauma and PTSD
- School stress and overwhelm
- Social anxiety and peer struggles
- Family conflict
- Emotional shutdown or withdrawal
- Anger and irritability
- Perfectionism and high self-pressure
- Attachment wounds
- Low self-esteem and self-worth struggles
- Grief and loss
- Bullying and social challenges
- Stress related to separation or divorce
- ADHD-related emotional difficulties
- Identity and emotional development struggles
- Nervous system dysregulation
- Behavioural challenges rooted in emotional distress
Supporting Parents & Families
Therapists Specializing In
Child and Teen Therapy
Armin Ovaisy-Moakhar
REGISTERED psychotherapist
Kristina Kutsitaru
REGISTERED psychotherapist (qualifying)
Camille Lloyd
Registered social worker
Ashley Davidson
Registered social worker
Gabrielle Arruda
Registered Psychotherapist
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We offer child and teen therapy in Toronto and the GTA, with virtual sessions available across Ontario.
3,000+
Client’s Served
24
Years Experience
15,000+
Sessions Delivered
20+
Psychotherapists, Clinical Social Workers Specialized in Trauma Care
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages do you work with?
We support children, pre-teens, adolescents, and teens. Therapy is tailored to each child’s developmental stage and emotional needs.
Do you offer virtual therapy for teens?
Yes. We provide virtual therapy across Ontario for teens and families seeking accessible trauma-informed support.
What approaches do your therapists use?
Our therapists integrate trauma-informed and neuroscience-based approaches including EMDR, DBR, attachment-focused therapy, somatic approaches, nervous system regulation strategies, and psychotherapy.
Can therapy help with emotional regulation and behavioural struggles?
Yes. Many behavioural challenges are connected to stress, overwhelm, nervous system dysregulation, or unresolved emotional experiences. Therapy can help children and teens develop healthier regulation patterns and coping skills.
Are parents involved in the therapy process?
Depending on the child’s age and needs, therapy may include parent sessions, caregiver support, and collaborative family involvement.
How To Get Started
Starting therapy can feel like a lot. We make the first step simpler.
Step 1 — Book a Free Consultation
Get your questions answered, tell us what you are looking for, and let us help place you with the right therapist or service.
Step 2 — Get Matched Thoughtfully
Based on your needs, goals, age, symptoms, and preferences, we help guide you toward the best-fit next step.
Step 3 — Begin Care at the Right Pace
We start by understanding your history and present concerns, then create a plan that supports meaningful change without overwhelming your system.
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Let us guide you toward healing.
Healing does not have to feel vague, endless, or out of reach. With the right support, it can become clearer, steadier, and more possible than you think.