Child & Youth Therapy
Sarah de la Roche, MACP, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Child Play Therapy
Through play, creativity, and connection, children find a place where they can process their experiences and express themselves in their own way. Play becomes a way for children to communicate what they may not yet have words for, while also building confidence and discovering new ways of responding to challenges.
Areas of focus: anxiety, loss, change or transition, confidence, big emotions, neurodivergence
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Child Therapy Process:
Initial Discovery Call
We discuss current concerns, answer any questions you may have, and explore whether therapy feels like a good fit.
15 - 20 minute phone call.
Caregiver Intake
Together, we discuss your child’s history, experiences, strengths, and relationships.
Intake sessions also provide opportunity to explore therapy goals, process, privacy & confidentiality, and planning.
50 - 60 minute session with caregiver(s).
Therapy Sessions
Individual (Child):
Your child will have space to explore their experiences at their own pace with their therapist.
Caregiver Integration:
At times, sessions may include both you and your child, supporting co-regulation, connection, and communication.
Caregiver Sessions:
Caregiver involvement is a valued part of therapy. These sessions are dedicated to caregivers, and can be included throughout the therapy process.
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Youth Counselling & Psychotherapy
Using an integrated approach, youth are offered a safe, non-judgmental space to explore challenges related to school, home, peer relationships, identity, and mental health. Therapy integrates talk-based and creative interventions, adapting sessions to meet each young person’s developmental stage, individual strengths, and unique experiences.
Approach
I work from a relational lens, primarily building from a child-centered foundation where your child is supported in leading and shaping the therapy process. My approach focuses on sensory exploration, emotional awareness, and creative expression, creating connections between both the mind and the body.
Modalities & Techniques
Child-Centered Play Therapy
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
Narrative Therapy
Directed & Non-Directed Play
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