How Counseling Helps Children: What Parents Can Expect

Thrive Staff

3 days ago

2 min read

Many parents feel unsure about whether a child could use someone to talk to. You do not have to have the right words for it yet. This article explains how counseling can work for children, what parents can expect, and how to take the first step in Oklahoma City.

Why parents look into counseling for a child

Families reach out for many reasons. A big change at home or at school, a stretch of stress, or a child who seems to be carrying something alone can all lead a parent to ask questions. You do not need a label to ask.

What counseling can look like for a child

Counseling for children often looks different from counseling for adults. Talking, play and drawing are common ways for a child to share, at a pace that fits them. The counselor adjusts the approach to your child's age and comfort.

What parents can expect

Parents usually share background in an early conversation, so the counselor understands the family. Parents are kept informed about how their child is doing, in a way that fits the child's age. You are welcome to ask questions along the way.

Faith and family values

Thrive Christian Counseling is biblically faithful and clinically skilled. Clients decide the role that spirituality plays in counseling. Families can choose faith-based counseling or counseling without a faith focus, and your family's values are respected either way.

How to start in Oklahoma City

Our offices are in Oklahoma City. Here are three ways to start:

Text your name and phone number to (405) 784-6981.
Request a time on our online calendar.
Look at our team page and text the number under the picture of a counselor who works with children and families.

Counselors who work with children

These counselors work with children and families:

Mindy Atkinson, LPC
Abby Tooley, LMFT
Ashley Burns, LMFT Candidate
Londyn Rouse, LMSW U/S
MaryKathryn Nuthman, Intern

Next step

To read more about our services for children and teens, visit our child and teen counseling page. You can also see the Thrive Christian Counseling homepage.