Child Therapy
Empowering Children to Grow, Flourish, and Thrive
ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT YOUR CHILD'S WORRIES OR OVERWHELMED BY TANTRUMS?
If so, you’re not alone. Many parents feel unsure how to support a child who struggles to express big emotions or is gripped by persistent fears. Our goal is to help families move from chaos to calm using evidence‑based therapies that allow children to grow, flourish and thrive.
DOES THIS SOUND FAMILIAR?
It can be heartbreaking to watch your child grapple with anxiety or outbursts. You may notice:
Physical symptoms
Anxiety can look like stomachaches, headaches or trouble sleeping.
Big emotions and tantrums
Temper tantrums are common between 18 months and age 4 and can include whining, crying, screaming, throwing things or lying on the floor.
Avoidance and fear
They may refuse sleepovers, avoid school or constantly ask for reassurance when faced with uncertainty
Hesitation and clinginess
Children with anxiety often become shy, clingy, tearful or may protest during separations
If any of these resonate with your family, our child therapists can help. Early intervention teaches children coping skills and gives parents tools to feel confident handling challenging moments.
HOW OUR CHILD THERAPISTS HELP?
Our child therapists help families move from chaos to calm, teaching children coping skills and giving parents tools to feel confident handling challenging moments. Our work together may help your child:
Develop problem-solving skills
Reprocess distressing memories and reduce emotional distress
Learn new ways of relating to others
Build resilience, regulate feelings, and rediscover joy
Recognize unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with more realistic ones
OUR APPROACH
Play Therapy
Children naturally communicate through play rather than words. In our play therapy sessions, carefully selected toys, art supplies and games become the child’s “language,” allowing them to express feelings, develop problem‑solving skills and learn new ways of relating. Play therapy is especially effective for children ages 3–12 and helps with trauma, anxiety, ADHD, autism and other challenges.
Specialized Approaches
Theraplay focuses on strengthening the bond between child and parent through playful, structured, and nurturing activities that promote connection and trust.
AutPlay integrates play and behavioral therapy for neurodivergent children, supporting emotional regulation, social interaction, and sensory integration.
TraumaPlay, for children who have experienced trauma, offers a structured yet flexible approach to help them process difficult memories safely through play.
Sandplay Therapy offers a creative, sensory-based technique where children build scenes in a tray of sand—giving form to inner experiences and allowing unconscious thoughts and emotions to surface in a non-verbal, healing way.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT teaches children to recognize unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with more realistic ones. We tailor CBT activities to be developmentally appropriate and incorporate games, stories and parent coaching so children can practice skills at home.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
For children dealing with trauma or intense fears, EMDR helps the brain reprocess distressing memories. Through an eight‑phase approach that includes preparation, assessment, desensitization and installation of positive beliefs, EMDR has been extensively researched and shown to reduce the emotional distress associated with traumatic experiences.
WHAT TO EXPECT: OUR THREE-STEP PROCESS
Connect with us. Schedule a free consultation (10–15 minutes) using the button below or call our office. We’ll listen to your concerns and match your family with a therapist who specializes in your child’s age and challenges.
Comprehensive assessment. During the first session, we’ll gather information about your child’s history, strengths and goals. You’ll learn more about evidence‑based therapies and together we’ll develop a personalized treatment plan.
Ongoing therapy and support. Regular sessions (in‑person in Sandy Springs or virtually across Georgia) will focus on helping your child build coping skills, understand emotions and practice new behaviors. You’ll receive regular progress updates and home exercises to reinforce skills between sessions.
MEET OUR THERAPISTS
Our child therapists are compassionate, licensed professionals with advanced training in play therapy, CBT, EMDR and positive discipline. They specialize in working with children and families and are committed to creating a safe, fun and engaging environment for your child.
Aurélie Weinstein
Founder and Director
Candace Johnson
Child/Teen Therapist
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What areas do you serve?
Our office is located in Sandy Springs near Buckhead, and we welcome families from across Atlanta, Dunwoody, East Cobb and other nearby communities. Virtual therapy is available statewide.
How do I know if my child’s worry is serious?
Occasional nervousness is normal, but persistent worry, avoidance of activities, trouble sleeping or physical symptoms like stomachaches could indicate anxiety. A consultation with a child therapist can help determine whether intervention is appropriate.
Is it normal for children to have tantrums?
Yes. Tantrums often begin around 18 months and can continue until about age 4. They are a normal part of development as children learn to navigate autonomy and emotions. Severe or daily tantrums, violence or self‑harm, or tantrums with no obvious trigger may signal a need for professional support.
