At Kids Thrive, we understand that providing therapy to young children must be specialized. That’s why our programs use evidence-based therapies that are based on current research. Treatment is individualized to each child so they can get the most benefit from the therapy. Our facilities feature interactive therapeutic environments to help children feel safe and supported while working toward their goals.
Structured therapy sessions are provided by a licensed provider and designed to help children explore underlying thoughts and feelings through play. Play therapy allows children to process everything from sadness or anxiety to grief or traumatic experiences. In addition to traditional play therapy methods, the use of art, games and sensory items enhances the therapeutic experience for children in treatment.
Children engage in creative activities such as drawing, painting, collage or coloring, led by qualified mental health professionals, that encourage self-expression, build confidence and teach frustration tolerance.
Children take part in groups where music is used to help improve their mood, encourage self-expression and build self-confidence. Children have the opportunity to both listen to and create their own music with a variety of instruments.
Trained pets are incorporated into group and individual sessions to help children decrease depression or anxiety, improve self-control and build social awareness. Interactions with the animals help children become more comfortable in the environment and calm down when experiencing stress.
Children are given opportunities throughout the day to take part in gross motor activities that help with learning appropriate self-regulation, releasing energy and increasing self-confidence. The gross motor room and outside play area are part of daily program schedules.
Children have access to our sensory room, where they can engage in self-soothing or sensory input activities. Children are also given sensory tools within their groups to help them learn calming techniques they can use in other environments.
We recognize that children’s mental health and behavioral treatment are vital for their future success. Mental health disorders in children can develop into more complex problems in the future if left untreated. Early intervention is key to preventing these problems from escalating.
With proper diagnosis and treatment, children can learn to manage their mental health, which leads to better outcomes. At Kids Thrive we foster the relationship between children and their primary caregivers. Promoting healthy relationships is one of our primary objectives, and it leads to healthy, happy and productive lives for children and their parents.
Our goal is to help every child reach their fullest potential. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help your child thrive.
