Watching your child face emotional or developmental challenges can be tough. We offer compassionate, tailored support to help them overcome obstacles, build resilience, and thrive, focusing on their long-term happiness and well-being.
Child Psychologist Edmonton
Child Psychologist Near You
At Insight Psychological, your child’s well-being and success are our top priorities. We offer a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to meet each child’s needs, such as:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps children identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors.
- Play Therapy: Uses play to help children express emotions and process experiences in a safe environment.
- Family Counseling: Addresses family dynamics and improves communication and relationships within the family unit.
- EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing): Helps children process and recover from traumatic experiences using guided eye movements.
- Art Therapy: Uses art and creative expression to help children communicate emotions and experiences they might struggle to express verbally.
By using these approaches, we can address developmental and behavioral concerns and provide tools and strategies that help children succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. Our goal is to create a safe space where your child can learn to cope with life’s challenges and build resilience for the future.
We understand that every child’s situation is unique, and our psychologists are committed to finding the best approach for your family. From one-on-one sessions with your child to family therapy, we work collaboratively to ensure that everyone involved feels heard, supported, and empowered.
Whether your child is struggling with emotional regulation, behavioral issues, or developmental challenges, we’re here to help them discover their strengths and move forward with confidence. Our dedicated team is ready to support your child in building a brighter, healthier future.
How Can a Child Psychologist Help?
Child psychologists are specially trained to support kids and teens as they navigate the challenges and complexities of growing up. They use various therapeutic techniques to address mental health issues and everyday challenges, always considering the impact of family dynamics, friendships, and environmental factors on a child’s development.
Many children struggle to manage big emotions like anger, sadness, or anxiety. A child psychologist can provide a safe and supportive space that allows them to explore their thoughts and feelings and learn how to express themselves in healthy ways and build resilience.
Whether your child needs help with specific mental health issues or general support in handling everyday stress, therapy can be a transformative experience that fosters growth, understanding, and well-being.
Here are some signs that it may be time for a visit:
- Your child has a hard time making and keeping friends.
- Your child’s performance at school is declining.
- Your child is dealing with a stressful situation or big change.
- You’ve noticed significant changes in their personality and/or behaviors, or existing problems seem to be getting worse.
- Your child has experienced trauma.
Your child is dealing with a stressful situation or big changes.
You’ve noticed significant changes in their personality and/or behaviors, or existing problems seem to be getting worse.
Your child has experienced trauma.
Your child has a hard time making and keeping friends.
Your child’s performance at school is declining.
We Can Help Your Child or Teen With Any of the Following
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Physical, emotional, and sexual abuse
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Child neglect
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Anger issues
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Coping with divorce
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Coping with a chronic illness
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Learning and developmental challenges (dyslexia, autism, ADHD, etc.)
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Eating disorders
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Grief and loss
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Mental health conditions such as child anxiety, depression, phobias, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
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Self-esteem and identity issues (gender dysphoria, body dysmorphic disorder, etc.)
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Sleep disorders
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Stress
At Insight Psychological, we understand that every child’s experience is unique. Our psychologists start with a comprehensive assessment to understand your child’s specific struggles and challenges. From there, we develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to their needs.
Our commitment is to support your child throughout their journey, providing a safe and nurturing environment where they can grow, heal, and develop resilience.
We believe that every child has the potential to thrive with the right support. We’re here to support your family, offering guidance and tools to help your child navigate their challenges and build confidence.
Book Online Counselling
We are proud to offer counselling and other psychological services online for clients unable to attend on-site therapy. You can access services from home, the office, or another location using the OnCall Health video platform.
Who Needs a Child Psychologist?
Parenting can be challenging, especially when you notice your child struggling with emotions, behaviours, or social interactions.
It’s natural to wonder whether professional help might be needed.
Seeking support from a child psychologist isn’t just for severe issues—it’s about helping your child navigate difficult situations and emotions with confidence and resilience.
If you’ve noticed any of the following, it may be time to consider speaking with a child psychologist:
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They need help managing behavioural or emotional problems.
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You think that your child may have a condition that affects their social interactions and learning. This includes but is not limited to autism or ADHD.
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You want to make significant changes at home to better support your child.
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You want a more detailed diagnosis for your child.
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Increased irritability
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Disinterest in favourite activities
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Changes in hygiene or eating
Remember, reaching out for help is not a sign of failure. It’s a courageous step toward giving your child the tools they need to navigate their world with confidence and resilience.
Early intervention can lead to significant improvements in your child’s emotional well-being, helping them build a strong foundation for the future.
And Insight Psychological is here to help.
How Can Our Team Help?
More and more, children and youth are facing stressors. It could result in an increase in mental concerns. This could include depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, trauma, and more.
Insight Psychological offers assessments and support for various developmental and mental health disorders.
Our therapists conduct evidence-based approaches. Such as cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, and narrative therapy.
If you’re looking for a child psychologist in Edmonton, we are here when you need us!
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ about Child Psychologists
Navigating your child’s emotional and behavioral well-being can be challenging, and many parents have questions about how a child psychologist can help. To provide you with more clarity and peace of mind, we’ve compiled answers to some of the most common questions about our child psychology services. Explore below to learn more about how we can support your child's growth and mental health.
Here are some key signs that a child might need additional help or support:
• Sudden changes in behavior or mood
• Difficulty concentrating or declining academic performance
• Social withdrawal or isolation from friends and family
• Changes in eating or sleeping habits
• Excessive worry, anxiety, or fearfulness
• Aggressive behavior or frequent outbursts
• Physical complaints with no apparent medical cause
• Talk of self-harm or suicide
• Substance use or risky behaviors
• Regression to earlier developmental stages
If you notice several of these signs persisting over time, please give us a call today.
Counselling gives your child a safe, engaging and comfortable space where they can express themselves. Counselling can help your child:
• Heal from trauma
• Work through experiences of grief and loss
• Manage and cope with challenging emotions
• Boost their confidence and self-esteem
• Develop problem-solving skills
• Identify the root causes of their behavioural issues and guide them toward positive patterns
• Develop better social skills
• With support during major life changes or transitions
Counselling for a child can also provide significant benefits for parents, helping them in various ways:
• Help parents better understand their child’s emotional and psychological needs
• Strengthen the bond between parents and child through healthy communication patterns
• Support children during times of change, transition or loss
• Offer practical strategies and tools for managing behaviours, setting boundaries, and fostering a positive home environment
• Introduce and support new coping skills and problem-solving skills
• Empower them to make informed decisions and advocate for their child’s needs
• Relieve some of the worry and anxiety parents may be facing about their child
Counselling can be intimidating at any age, especially for children who may feel afraid to talk to someone they don’t know or be scared of the process. It is understandable that children may be hesitant to try something unfamiliar, but there are several approaches you can take to help your child feel more comfortable with the idea:
• Have an open and non-judgemental conversation with your child about counselling and how it can help
• Normalize therapy for your child, talk about how it is a common and helpful way for people to talk about their emotions and find solutions to their problems
• Allow your child to be involved in the process (finding the therapist, deciding on the topics they want to talk about/what they don’t want to talk about)
• Be supportive, let your child know they can talk to you about how they feel and how they feel about therapy
• Start gradually with therapy, suggest one session to see how it goes
• Consider alternative formats of therapy, like art therapy, play therapy, etc.
• Utilize positive reinforcements if needed, offering a small incentive can motivate a reluctant child to attend therapy. Use it as a reward, not a bribe.
At Insight Psychological, we provide services for children and adolescents between the ages of 3 to 17.
For children aged 3-9, therapy sessions will always include a parent. For those aged 10-12, parental involvement is typically included. For children aged 13-17, parents may be involved depending on the situation.
Various treatment methods are effective for children and youth, they include:
• Play Therapy refers to a large number of treatment methods, all of which make use of one or more of the natural benefits of play, using toys, dolls, games, etc. Play allows children a safe psychological distance from their problems and allows them to express their true thoughts and feelings in ways best suited to their developmental level.
• Art Therapy clients use their imagination to approach and explore their emotions, feelings, and thoughts. Especially useful in young people and people with developmental delays, when their motor skills exceed their verbal skills.
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based approach to treatment that focuses on how people’s thoughts, emotions, and beliefs influence their behaviour and how they perceive themselves.
• Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) is defined by EMDR Canada as an integrative psychotherapy approach that has been extensively researched and proven effective for the treatment of trauma and many other mental health problems that utilize bilateral eye stimulation or somatic responding.
Treatment methods that involve parents can include:
• Family Systems Therapy looks at the family as one emotional unit. This therapeutic approach looks at the relationships within the family and the structure as a whole.
• Structural Family Therapy involves looking at the structures within the family unit. Changing the underlying structure tends to cause a ripple effect on the family. This therapy analyzes the hierarchical structure, subsystems, and boundaries within the family.
The duration of counselling can vary depending on your child’s needs and the issues that are being addressed. Some children may benefit from short-term therapy, lasting only a few months, while others might need ongoing support over a longer period of time. Our therapists will regularly assess your child’s progress and discuss any sort of changes in the process. Our goal is to ensure your child receives the proper support they need to achieve the best outcomes.
Our standard counselling service fee is $225 per hour and the respective no show or late cancellation fee is $112.50.
For Senior Registered Psychologist our rate is $250 per hour.
A reduced rate is available counselling with any Master’s Level Practicum Student Interns:
• Practicum Therapists: First 3 sessions are $75.00 per hour and any sessions after are $100 per 1 hour session
• Post-Practicum Therapists: $150 per 1 hour session
• Canadian Certified Counsellors: $180 per 1 hour session
Session fees can also be claimed or arranged through one of the following:
• Child and Family Services
• Certain Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• Extended Health Care Coverage
• First Nations & Inuit Health Branch
DIRECT BILLING is available for Great West Life, Blue Cross and Greenshield clients.
PLEASE NOTE: with the reduced fee, since you will see a Practicum Intern (Student) Therapist and the FEES WILL BE NON-REIMBURSABLE by Extended Health Care Benefit Plans.
