Child and Adolescent Therapy

Specialized Child & Adolescent Counseling

Is your child or teenager struggling with big emotions, behavioral shifts, or overwhelming academic and social pressure? You are not alone. Across Texas, youth mental health challenges are on the rise. Data shows that more than 40% of Texas high school students report persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness, underscoring a genuine crisis that affects families right here in Frisco, TX, and the entire DFW area.

Schedule Appointment
Specialized Child & Adolescent Counseling
Child & Adolescent Therapy in Frisco

Child & Adolescent Therapy: Finding Clarity and Hope

At Mindful Brooke Therapy, we understand the unique complexity of growing up in today’s world, especially in a fast-paced environment like North Texas. We provide expert Child & Adolescent Therapy, creating a warm, professional, and non-judgmental space for your child to heal and thrive. Our commitment is to partner with you, offering specialized strategies designed not just to manage symptoms, but to build lasting resilience, strong communication skills, and emotional intelligence. Whether you are seeking in-person appointments in the DFW area or need flexible virtual appointments throughout Texas, we are here. Learn how we can help your family move toward peace and greater connection today, by addressing issues like these:

  • Disruptive or Oppositional Behavior
  • Substance Use
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Peer & Social Issues
  • Adjustment Issues
  • Self-Esteem & Identity
  • Family Conflict
  • Divorce or Blended Family Issues
  • Academic Stress
  • Anger Management

Building a Foundation for Emotional Health in Children

For younger children, emotions can feel too big for their bodies, often manifesting as behavioral challenges, temper tantrums, or extreme withdrawal. Child therapy in Frisco, TX, with Mindful Brooke Therapy focuses on meeting your child where they are developmentally, using proven, evidence-based methods that feel natural and engaging.

Book Child Therapy

The Power of Play Therapy

We utilize Play Therapy, a technique often described as the language of a child, to help young ones express feelings they cannot yet articulate verbally. Through carefully chosen toys and guided play, children gain a sense of control and safety, allowing them to process difficult events, anxieties, and changes (such as parental separation, moving, or school struggles). This approach facilitates improved emotional regulation skills, helping children learn to identify and cope with frustration, anger, or fear in healthier ways. As a result, parents frequently see a decrease in disruptive behaviors and an increase in peaceful interactions at home and school.

Essential Parent Partnership and Skill Building

We firmly believe that the most effective child therapy involves the whole family. We frequently engage in parent-focused sessions and coaching to ensure that the tools and strategies learned in the therapy room are effectively translated to your home environment. Techniques like Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) or behavior management training are vital for creating a consistent, supportive structure. By helping you, the parent, understand your child’s emotional needs and respond with confidence, we empower your family system to grow stronger together. Our goal is to equip both children and parents with the coping skills necessary for sustainable, long-term success.

ABOUT

Your Trusted Local and Virtual Therapy Partner for Children and Teens

Mindful Brooke Therapy provides flexible and accessible mental healthcare, recognizing that finding specialized therapy for your child or teen shouldn’t add stress to what is likely already an emotionally draining time in the life of your family.

We know that seeking support is a significant step, and we honor the trust you place in us. Mindful Brooke Therapy is here to guide your child, adolescent, and family toward a brighter, more mindful future.

Learn More About Us
  • Evidence-Based Excellence: We do not rely on guesswork. Our therapists are skilled in proven, effective modalities like CBT and DBT, ensuring your sessions are goal-oriented and productive.
  • Accessible Care, When You Need It: We understand that when your child is in crisis, you need help now. We prioritize fast access, offering same-week availability and guaranteeing a follow-up from your therapist within 12 hours. We believe therapy should be personal and responsive.
  • Local and State-Wide Reach: Whether you prefer the calming, in-person environment of our Frisco office serving the DFW community, or the flexibility of virtual sessions, we provide consistent, expert care across all of Texas.

Empowering Adolescents With Specialized Teen Counseling in Texas

The adolescent years are a crucial period of identity formation, navigating intense academic demands, and managing complex social dynamics. For teens and young adults in Frisco and the greater DFW metroplex, the pressure to succeed academically and socially often leads to issues like youth anxiety, teen depression, and self-esteem concerns.

Book adolescent Therapy

Addressing Modern Teen Challenges

Our Adolescent Counseling DFW services are specifically designed to address the issues impacting teens today, including:

  • Academic Stress and High Expectations: Teens in high-achieving school districts often face immense pressure, which can contribute to generalized anxiety disorder and burnout.
  • Social Media and Peer Dynamics: Navigating cyberbullying, social anxiety, and maintaining healthy relationships requires specialized support.
  • Mood Fluctuations: Persistent sadness, irritability, hopelessness, or changes in sleep and appetite are common signs that a teen needs support for depression or other mood disorders.

We employ highly effective therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps teens recognize and challenge distorted thinking patterns that fuel anxiety and depression. Additionally, we may use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to teach concrete skills in mindfulness, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance.

Fostering Independence and Strong Communication

Therapy for teens is fundamentally about creating a confidential space where they feel heard and respected. We respect their growing need for privacy while promoting open communication with parents. A key focus of our work is helping teens develop better communication skills with their families, moving away from conflict and toward mutual understanding. We support them in establishing a healthy, positive self-identity and building the resilience needed to manage future life challenges, preparing them for a confident transition into young adulthood.

Frequently Asked Questions About Child & Adolescent Therapy

It can be difficult to tell the difference between typical developmental “growing pains” and a mental health concern. Generally, we suggest looking for patterns: Is their behavior interfering with school, friendships, or family life? Are they withdrawing from activities they used to love? If symptoms like irritability, anxiety, or sadness persist for more than two weeks, a professional assessment can provide clarity and peace of mind.

We work with children across a broad developmental spectrum. For younger children, therapy often involves play-based techniques to help them express emotions they may not have the words for yet. For older children and adolescents, we shift toward more traditional talk therapy and skill-building approaches like CBT and DBT.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach that is particularly effective for teens who struggle with intense emotions, impulsivity, or self-harming behaviors. It focuses on four key areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. It provides teens with a “toolkit” to handle the pressures of adolescence without feeling overwhelmed.

Yes. While the child or teen needs a private space to build trust with their counselor, parent involvement is a vital component of successful treatment. We typically include regular parent consultations to provide you with updates on progress and to teach you the same skills your child is learning, ensuring a supportive environment at home.

Trust is the foundation of the therapeutic relationship with an adolescent. We maintain a high level of privacy regarding what a teen shares in session to encourage honesty. However, we are very clear from the start: if a teen is at risk of hurting themselves or someone else, or if there is an issue of safety, parents will be informed immediately.

In a competitive school district like Frisco ISD, academic stress is one of the most common issues we treat. We help students manage “perfectionism,” develop organizational and executive functioning skills, and build resilience against the social pressures that often accompany high-achieving environments.

We meet children where they are. For younger clients, this might mean using art, games, or storytelling to bridge the gap. For teens, it means building a genuine connection based on their interests, whether that is music, sports, or digital life. We avoid a “clinical” feel, opting for a boutique environment that feels more like a comfortable living room than a doctor’s office.

Absolutely. Modern adolescence is heavily influenced by digital spaces. We address the impact of social media on self-esteem, digital boundaries, and the anxiety that can stem from constant connectivity. We work with both the teen and the parents to create healthy, sustainable habits around technology.

The duration of therapy depends on the specific goals and the nature of the challenges. Some children find relief in a few months of skill-building, while others benefit from longer-term support as they navigate different developmental milestones. We conduct regular progress reviews to ensure therapy remains effective and necessary.

GET STARTED

Compassionate, Effective Child & Adolescent Therapy

Take the first step toward lasting change and connection. Contact Mindful Brooke Therapy today to schedule your consultation and see how our specialized approach can empower your child to thrive.

sCHEDULE aPPOINTMENT