Child and Youth Therapy in Stratford and Online Across Ontario
Support for anxiety, emotional regulation, behaviour challenges, and helping your child feel more like themselves again
Free 15 minute call to see if it feels like a good fit
Is your child struggling right now?
As a parent, it can be hard to watch your child feel anxious, overwhelmed, or not like themselves. You might notice big emotions, withdrawal, or behaviour that feels out of character.
We provide child and youth therapy in Stratford and online across Ontario for children and teens experiencing anxiety, emotional challenges, behavioural concerns, and difficulty coping.
Therapy can help your child feel understood, supported, and better able to manage what they’re going through. Over time, many children begin to feel more confident, more regulated, and more secure in themselves.
A space where your child can feel safe and understood.
Therapy gives children a place to express themselves, explore big feelings, and build confidence in a way that feels natural and supportive.
Common reasons parents seek therapy for their child
You don’t need to wait until things feel serious to reach out. Many families come to us when their child or teen is:
feeling anxious, worried, or overwhelmed
experiencing meltdowns, tantrums, or emotional outbursts
struggling with anger or emotional regulation
showing low confidence or self-esteem
having difficulty with friendships or peer relationships
navigating divorce, grief, or family transitions
avoiding school or struggling socially or academically
processing a traumatic or distressing experience
navigating ADHD or neurodivergence
not seeming like themselves
Please note: In Ontario, Registered Social Workers cannot provide a formal mental health diagnosis. If a diagnosis is something you’re hoping to explore, we recommend speaking with your family doctor.
How child and youth therapy can help
build emotional regulation and coping skills
improve confidence and self-esteem
support social skills and friendships
help process difficult experiences
strengthen communication and connection
create more stability at home
Sessions are adapted to your child’s age, personality, and needs, helping them engage in a way that feels comfortable and supportive.
Children don’t always have the words, but they still need to be heard.
Through play, creativity, and connection, children can begin to express what they are feeling and build confidence in themselves.
Our approach
We tailor therapy to your child’s developmental stage and needs using a combination of approaches:
play-based therapy
talk therapy for older children and teens
cognitive and emotional regulation strategies
creative expression such as art, games, and storytelling
parent support and guidance
Our team includes clinicians who specialize in working with children and youth, including one who holds both a Master of Social Work (MSW) and a Child & Youth Worker Diploma (CYW) - offering deeper knowledge of child development and family dynamics.
In person and online therapy available
We offer child and youth therapy in Stratford and online across Ontario, giving your family flexibility based on what works best.
We support families across Ontario, including London, Toronto, Ottawa, Kitchener-Waterloo, Guelph, Stratford, and surrounding communities.
Supporting your child also means supporting you.
Therapy can help strengthen connection, understanding, and a sense of safety within your family.
Why choose Reclaim & Rise
Experienced child and youth therapists
Our team understands the emotional and developmental needs of children and teens.
A supportive, child-centered approach
Sessions are adapted to your child’s comfort level and communication style.
Parent support included when helpful
We help you understand what your child is experiencing and how to support them at home.
Flexible therapy options
Meet in Stratford or access therapy online across Ontario.
You don’t have to figure this out on your own
If your child is struggling, therapy can help them feel understood, supported, and better able to manage what they are going through.
You can also explore support for anxiety, ADHD, and parenting to better understand how different challenges may be connected.
Free 15 minute call to see if it feels like a good fit