Child and Youth Counseling (8+) in Barrie
Therapy rooted in trust, authenticity, and good faith
Service One
Compassionate Support for Adolescents and Teens
Bona Fide Psychotherapy & Counselling offers specialized Children and Youth Therapy, depending on provider availability.
Adolescence is a period of significant emotional and social change, and our services provide a supportive space for teens to navigate these complexities.
Our team is relatable and uses genuine, casual language to create a comfortable, engaging therapeutic experience where young people feel safe to open up. We are dedicated to helping them develop emotional regulation and effective coping tools.
A Partnership with Parents and Guardians
While the therapeutic relationship remains confidential and focused on the youth client, we believe in a collaborative approach that includes guardians in the overall wellness plan. We work to keep you informed about the general goals of therapy while respecting the privacy and trust established with your child. Our goal is to create a holistic support system that empowers the entire family unit. We offer services in both English and Spanish.
Addressing Core Youth Challenges
Our therapy for youth is trauma-informed and strength-based, focusing on empowering the client to find their voice and build self-compassion. We provide guidance for issues such as:
Anxiety and Stress
Managing academic pressure, social anxiety, and generalized worry.
Emotional Regulation
Learning healthy ways to process and express intense feelings, including anger and sadness.
Self-Esteem and Identity
Building confidence and navigating questions of self-worth and peer relationships.
Trauma
Utilizing specialized approaches like EMDR to help adolescents process distressing memories in a safe manner.
Virtual and In-Person Accessibility
We offer flexible options to ensure consistent and convenient access to care. Youth can engage in Virtual Therapy from anywhere in Ontario, offering privacy and comfort, or attend In-Person Therapy at our office in Barrie (4 Cedar Pointe Drive). Our commitment is to meet the client where they are, both geographically and emotionally. We want to ensure that access to quality mental health care is never a barrier to your child's well-being.
Fostering Resilience and Transformation
Our dedicated professionals are here to accompany your child every step of the way, helping them to thrive during their critical developmental years. We believe in the power of authenticity and a genuine therapeutic connection to foster transformation. We invite you to book a complimentary 15-minute consultation to discuss your youth's specific needs and explore how our services can provide the supportive, high-quality care they deserve.
FAQS
Children and Youth Therapy FAQs
At what age do you start seeing youth clients?
We offer specialized therapy for youth clients ages 8 and older, depending on provider availability.
How involved are parents in the sessions?
Therapy is private between the therapist and the youth. We collaborate with parents/guardians to share general goals and progress while respecting the youth's confidentiality and fostering their trust in the process.
However, it is important to note that in particular children, child and family therapy is most successful when parents/caregivers play an active part in their child’s therapy. we do make sure our children and youth feel safe in disclosing and their confidentiality is important. Our goal is to provide a safe space for children to explore emotions, build resilience, and develop skills, while supporting parents in understanding and strengthening family relationships.
What therapeutic modalities are used for youth?
We use evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR for trauma, and Strength-Based and Solution-Focused modalities, tailored to the adolescent experience.
