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Counseling Services
Our counseling services provide a safe and supportive space where children can explore their feelings, understand their behavior, and learn healthy ways to cope. Each session is designed to meet your child where they are, helping them build resilience, and stronger emotional skills.
Anxiety & Worry
Helping children manage worries, fears, and daily stress.
Emotional Regulation
Supporting healthy expression and control of emotions like anger or frustration.
Depression & Low Mood
Helping children cope with sadness, withdrawal, or loss of motivation.
Social Skills
We support friendship building, problem-solving, and confidence in social settings.
Behavioral Challenges
Helping children manage worries, fears, and daily stress.
Academic Motivation
Encouraging engagement and persistence in learning.
Attention & Focus
Improving concentration, self-control, and task completion.
Self-Esteem & Confidence
Helping children develop a positive sense of self and celebrate their strengths.
Coping & Resilience
Teaching healthy coping skills to handle challenges and stress effectively.
Our goal is to help every child feel understood, supported, and empowered to grow into their best selves—at home, at school, and beyond.
When emotions affect learning, and learning affects emotions, children need support that connects both. Our services combines our background in education and clinical practice to create a counseling experience that's clear, collaborative, and effective.
Family Collaboration
We partner closely with families to understand their perspectives, identify priorities, and create shared goals. Ongoing communication ensures that progress is meaningful both at home and at school.
Adaptive Support
Every child's needs are unique. We combine structure with flexibility, using a mix of evidence-based methods and open dialogue to help each student grow at their own pace.
Whole Child Perspective
Growth happens in many areas. We consider emotional, behavioral, academic, and social factors together to promote balance, well-being, and lasting progress.
Evidence Based Practices
Our services are rooted in research and guided by real-world experience. We apply proven approaches while adapting them to fit each child's individual context and strengths.
Strength Based Growth
We focus on what children do well, building skills, confidence, and resilience through positive reinforcement and meaningful connection.
Step 1
Free Consultation Call
Book a free call with our Client Care & Scheduling Coordinator to learn more about our approach and whether our counseling services are the right match for your child’s needs.
Step 2
Starting Made Simple
After an initial meeting, we design a personalized plan that reflects your child’s goals, strengths, and areas for growth, making the path forward clear and supportive.
Step 3
Individual Sessions Begin
Your child begins one-on-one sessions designed to develop practical skills, confidence, and emotional resilience, all with the support of our compassionate, experienced therapist.
COMMON QUESTIONS FROM PARENTS
Answers to the most common questions families ask before getting started.
What can counseling help with?
Counseling supports children and teens with challenges such as anxiety, low mood, behavior concerns, emotional regulation, attention difficulties, social skills, motivation, and coping with stress or life changes.
How do I know if my child needs counseling?
If your child often feels overwhelmed, has trouble expressing emotions, struggles at school, or seems disconnected or irritable, counseling can help them develop healthy coping tools and restore balance.
What happens during a counseling session?
Each session is personalized to your child’s needs and comfort level. Activities may include conversation, play, art, journaling, or skill-building exercises that help children express themselves and learn strategies for managing emotions.
How long are sessions and how often do they take place?
Sessions typically last 45–50 minutes. Most children start with weekly sessions to build consistency, and frequency can adjust as progress continues.
Will parents be involved in the process?
Absolutely. We value collaboration with families. Parents receive regular updates and guidance on how to reinforce strategies at home, while respecting the child’s privacy and therapeutic space.
How long does my child need counseling?
The length of counseling depends on each child’s goals and progress. Some children benefit from short-term focused support, while others may continue longer for ongoing growth and skill-building.
Do you offer virtual or in-person sessions?
Yes. We offer both in-person sessions at our Bakersfield office and secure telehealth sessions for families who prefer online support.
What is the difference between counseling and therapy?
Counseling often focuses on specific challenges (like emotional regulation or behavior), while therapy may explore deeper emotional patterns. Our approach blends both—meeting each child where they are and guiding them toward meaningful change
How do I prepare my child for their first session?
Keep it positive and simple! Let them know they’ll be meeting someone who helps kids understand feelings, solve problems, and learn ways to feel better at home and school.
Is what my child says confidential?
Yes. Everything your child shares is confidential unless there are safety concerns. We explain confidentiality clearly so both you and your child understand the boundaries of privacy and trust.
What qualifications does the psychologist have?
Our counseling services are provided by licensed educational psychologist with extensive experience supporting children and adolescents in both school and private settings.
How do I get started?
Simply schedule a complimentary consultation call with our Client Care & Scheduling Coordinator. We’ll discuss your child’s needs, answer questions, and help you determine if our counseling services are the right fit.
Do you work with schools or teachers?
Yes. With parent consent, we can collaborate with your child’s school team to ensure consistency and support across settings, especially for behavior or emotional goals.
What ages do you work with?
We work with children, teens, and young adults, generally from ages 4 through 18, adapting strategies to each developmental stage.
What kinds of strategies do you use in counseling?
Our sessions integrate evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused strategies, mindfulness, and social–emotional learning tools, all tailored to your child’s age and needs.
How is progress measured?
Progress is reviewed collaboratively through therapist observations, parent feedback, and child self-reflection. We set clear goals together and celebrate growth along the way.
Can counseling help with school motivation or behavior?
Yes! Many students struggle with focus, organization, or frustration tolerance. Counseling helps identify underlying challenges and teaches practical skills for classroom and social success.
What if my child doesn’t want to attend counseling?
It’s normal for some children to feel unsure at first. We create a welcoming, non-judgmental space that builds trust at their pace—helping them feel comfortable opening up over time
How are parents updated about progress?
Parents receive periodic check-ins and can request brief updates. We also share take-home strategies when appropriate to help you reinforce skills outside of sessions.
Do you accept insurance or provide superbills?
We are an out-of-network provider, but we offer superbills you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement. We’re happy to walk you through this process.
Connect With Our Team
Let us know how we can support you. You're welcome to fill out our contact form or call (661) 379-7977 for more immediate assistance.
We offer a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your needs, answer questions about our services, and help determine the best next steps for your child or family. Please reach out to schedule a time that works best for you, we are here to help.