Great Lakes Wellness Counseling: Providing Therapy for Children
Therapy for Children
in Grand Rapids, MI
At Great Lakes Wellness Counseling, we understand the importance of your
child’s mental and emotional well-being.
We offer specialized therapy services that support your child’s individual needs. Our team of dedicated therapists for children is committed to providing caring, professional, and effective therapy, helping them thrive and reach their potential.
Therapy for Children at Great Lakes Wellness Counseling Kids! is where we want you to find some rest, some help, and relief from a situation that’s probably been happening for a while now. You’re a good parent. We want you to remember that we know that! Sometimes though, we all just need an extra bit of help to ease tension, stop the fighting, and wipe the tears away to bring life, love, and laughter back to you and your child.
Parenting is No Easy Task!
We want you to know that we see you, and we acknowledge the effort you put into shaping those young lives. We’re here with you every step of the way. Remember that you’re doing an amazing job even on those tough days when you question yourself.
Our Approach to Therapy
for Children in Michigan
At Great Lakes Wellness Counseling, we take a personalized and child-centered approach to therapy. We believe that each child is unique, special, and awesome in their own way! Our therapy sessions and interventions are designed in ways that are practical, helpful, and easy to use at home as well. Our child therapists use evidenced-based techniques, age-appropriate strategies, and real-life experiences to help your child.
How do I know if my child needs therapy?
Excessive anger, sadness, worry, or frequent mood swings.
Withdrawal, aggression, excessive fearfulness, or difficulty concentrating.
Declines in academic performance or increased problems with friends.
Struggles with learning or developmental delays.
Traumatic events such as abuse, loss, or a major life change.
Family changes such as divorce, moving, or the birth of a new sibling.
Physical complaints such as frequent headaches, body aches, or nausea with no medical cause.
Unresolved grief or loss due to the death or loss of a loved one.
What are the benefits of counseling for children?
Counseling for children or child therapy offers many benefits that can positively impact a child or teen’s development.
To clarify there are seven key benefits to therapy for children:
01 | Emotional Regulation
Child therapy provides a space where children can learn and develop healthy coping strategies to manage their emotions such as anger, sadness, or anxiety.
02 | Improved Communication Skills
Child therapy provides a space where children can learn and develop healthy coping strategies to manage their emotions such as anger, sadness, or anxiety.
03 | Increased Self-Esteem
Child therapy provides a space where children can learn and develop healthy coping strategies to manage their emotions such as anger, sadness, or anxiety.
04 | Social Skill Development
Child therapy provides a space where children can learn and develop healthy coping strategies to manage their emotions such as anger, sadness, or anxiety.
05 | Trauma & Grief Support
Child therapy provides a space where children can learn and develop healthy coping strategies to manage their emotions such as anger, sadness, or anxiety.
06 | Behavioral Management
Child therapy provides a space where children can learn and develop healthy coping strategies to manage their emotions such as anger, sadness, or anxiety.
07 | Academic Support
Child therapy provides a space where children can learn and develop healthy coping strategies to manage their emotions such as anger, sadness, or anxiety.
How does therapy for
children in Michigan work?
How do I know when therapy is done?
Therapy is likely finished when the child has made significant progress or achieved their goals. After that, it’s common for children to have monthly maintenance sessions to make sure those changes are there to stay. You can always bring your child in for a tune-up session too!
Have your child start therapy for
children in Grand Rapids today!
Are you in need of some time to recharge? Allow our child therapists to help. Your child can feel happy and empowered with therapy for children at Great Lakes Wellness Counseling. Watch your child become resilient!
01 | Contact us or call (616)202-1910 for a free consultation.
Other Therapy Services We Offer
Near Grand Rapids, MI
At our counseling office in Jenison, MI, we understand that every child’s life experiences are different. That’s why we offer a variety of mental health services provided by our therapists who recognize the uniqueness of each child.
We specialize in: