Child Therapy in Calgary
Big feelings can be confusing — for children and for parents.
At Ten Psychology, we help children understand emotions through play, creativity, and connection. Child therapy here is gentle, engaging, and developmentally informed — designed to help kids feel safe, capable, and understood.
Because when children feel supported, growth feels possible.
With clarity comes calm. Clear skies ahead.
Understanding Big Feelings — When Emotions Feel Too Big
Every child experiences strong emotions. But when worry, anger, frustration, or sadness begin to interfere with daily life, therapy can help restore balance.
You might notice:
Worry, separation anxiety, or bedtime struggles
Anger outbursts or emotional shutdowns
Perfectionism or fear of making mistakes
Trouble focusing or following routines
School refusal or social withdrawal
Low confidence or frequent self-criticism
Stress related to big life changes or transitions
Even concerns that feel “small” matter. Early support helps children build lifelong skills for resilience, self-awareness, and emotional regulation.
With compassion comes care. Support you can count on.
How Child Therapy Works at Ten
Children don’t always have the words to explain what they’re feeling — so therapy at Ten uses more than conversation alone.
Sessions blend play, art, movement, and gentle conversation, giving children natural ways to explore emotions, practice coping skills, and build confidence.
Child therapy may include:
Creative play and hands-on activities
Exploring feelings through stories, games, or art
Learning calming and grounding strategies
Building flexibility and problem-solving skills
Strengthening confidence and emotional expression
Each therapy plan is personalized to your child’s age, temperament, and needs. We balance structure with imagination — because growth happens best when therapy feels safe and engaging.
How Child Therapy Works at Ten
Children don’t always have the words to explain what they’re feeling — so therapy at Ten uses more than conversation alone.
Sessions blend play, art, movement, and gentle conversation, giving children natural ways to explore emotions, practice coping skills, and build confidence.
Child therapy may include:
Creative play and hands-on activities
Exploring feelings through stories, games, or art
Learning calming and grounding strategies
Building flexibility and problem-solving skills
Strengthening confidence and emotional expression
Each therapy plan is personalized to your child’s age, temperament, and needs. We balance structure with imagination — because growth happens best when therapy feels safe and engaging.
What Children Learn in Therapy
Through guided play and reflection, children begin to understand that emotions aren’t something to fear — they’re information.
Therapy helps transform confusion into curiosity and feelings into communication.
Children learn to:
Recognize and name emotions
Use calming and grounding tools
Build problem-solving and flexibility skills
Develop healthy coping habits
Strengthen social confidence and empathy
Understand how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect
Over time, children feel more capable and confident — not because life becomes easier, but because they trust themselves to handle challenges.
At Ten, therapy is an experience of curiosity, courage, and connection.
Emotional Regulation & Growing Skills
Some children experience emotions in an “all-or-nothing” way — big reactions, quick frustration, or shutdowns when overwhelmed.
Therapy supports children in learning how to pause, notice what’s happening inside, and choose responses that help rather than overwhelm.
With courage comes calm. Growth begins today.
Growing Into the Teen Years
As children move toward adolescence, therapy evolves with them. Preteens and teens often need support with independence, identity, motivation, and increasing social or academic pressure.
→ Learn more about Teen Therapy in Calgary to see how support shifts as children grow.
Parent Involvement — You’re Part of the Process
Parent collaboration is one of the strongest predictors of success in child therapy.
At Ten, parents learn the same language and strategies used in sessions — so support continues at home.
Parents are supported in learning how to:
Respond to emotions with calm and clarity
Create predictable, supportive routines
Encourage growth without pressure
Model patience, empathy, and regulation
When parents and therapists work together, children thrive — in sessions and beyond.
→ Explore Parent Counselling in Calgary for additional guidance and coaching.
Collaboration builds bridges. Bridges create breakthroughs.
A Space Designed for Children
Our Bridgeland clinic was created with calm and curiosity in mind — bright light, open space, and creative materials that invite exploration. Children are free to move, imagine, and create without judgment. Every detail reflects our belief that growth begins with safety, trust, and play.
For younger children (ages 3–7), our sister clinic Creative Sky Psychology offers early childhood play therapy in Calgary’s Killarney community.
Care creates calm. Calm opens doors to growth.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
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We typically support children ages 8 and up. Our sister clinic, Creative Sky Psychology, supports children ages 3 and up.
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That’s very common. We begin with gentle curiosity and play, building trust before exploring big emotions.
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Not always. Some sessions are child-focused, while others include parent updates or coaching.
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Many families notice meaningful progress within a few months of consistent sessions and practice at home.
Why Families Choose Ten Psychology for Child Therapy
Boutique, family-focused clinic in Bridgeland / East Calgary
Specialized support for child emotional development
Play- and art-based approaches that feel natural and engaging
Strong parent collaboration and family support
In-person sessions in Calgary and secure online therapy across Alberta
No waitlist — start when you’re ready
Beyond Ten. Into Possibility.
Ten Child Psychology
172 9 St NE, Calgary AB T2E 4H2
📞 403-727-7473
Located just off Deerfoot Trail and easily accessible from Inglewood, Riverbend, Crescent Heights, Tuxedo Park, Hillhurst, Quarry Park, Douglasdale, McKenzie Towne, Cranston, Auburn Bay, Mahogany, and Seton. Secure online therapy is also available across Alberta.
