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Child Therapy

Kids don’t always have the words for what they’re feeling. Therapy gives them another way to work through it.
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Child Therapy
Licensed Therapists
HIPAA Compliant & Confidential
LGBTQ+ Affirming & Anti-Racist Practice
In-Person & Online Sessions Available
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Kids don't heal the way adults do. They need therapy that meets them where they actually are.

  • Understanding What Your Child Is Going Through

Your child is struggling, and you’re not sure how to help.

Maybe it’s anger that comes out of nowhere. Maybe it’s anxiety, trouble at school, big emotions that feel too big for their age, or something that happened that they haven’t processed yet.

You’ve tried talking to them, and it’s not quite reaching it. Kids process differently than adults do. Our therapists meet them where they are, using play, art, and age-appropriate approaches instead of expecting them to just talk it out.

Learn About Our Approach
  • Why Choose Us

When You Come to Urban Wellness for Child Therapy

  • You will work with a therapist trained specifically in child development
  • Your child will process big emotions through play and creative approaches, not just conversation
  • You will get parent guidance alongside your child's individual sessions
  • You will have a therapist who keeps you appropriately informed without breaking your child's trust
  • You will see real behavior and emotional change, not just a place for them to vent for an hour
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  • Understanding Child Therapy

We See Kids at Every Stage

Our child therapists work with kids from early elementary through the teen years. Some of our therapists specialize specifically in preteens and teenagers, so your child gets a therapist who actually understands what that age looks like, not a generalist stretched across every age group.

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Who Benefits Most from Child Theraoy

Child Therapy is for those who recognize that their negative reactions to life’s events are affecting their relationships.

You will benefit if:
  • Your child is dealing with anxiety, anger, or big emotions they can't fully explain
  • Your child experienced something difficult and hasn't processed it
  • You're noticing behavior changes at home or school that concern you
  • Your child is struggling with a diagnosis like depression or anxiety
  • You want support managing your child's behavior alongside their individual therapy
You might not be ready yet if:
  • Your child needs a higher level of care than weekly outpatient therapy can provide
  • There's an active safety concern that needs immediate attention

If you're in crisis, we recommend outpatient services at a local program first. For substance concerns, see our Addiction page.

— we'll make sure you get the right support.
  • Starting Your Journey

What the Process Looks Like

  • Meet the family
  • Understand what’s been happening
  • Involve parents in goal-setting
Week One
  • Weekly sessions using play and creative approaches suited to your child’s age
  • Periodic parent check-ins
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  • Review growth
  • Build a transition plan
  • Develop tools for home
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  • Specialized Support

Explore Our Therapists

Some concerns need a more specific approach. Explore our focused child therapists below

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Annabelle Harvey, LSW

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Megan Burns, LCSW

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Nora Coghlan Aguirre, LSW

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Mayra Jaramillo, LSW

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Irene Travis, LSW

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Javon Billingsley, LSW

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Carolina Cotts, LCSW

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Jenna Hickey, LCSW

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  • Transparent Pricing

What Will You Pay for Counseling?

Counseling is a fee-for-service program at Urban Wellness. Initial sessions cost $205 and follow-up sessions cost $180. We recommend at least 8 weekly sessions. We are in network with BCBS PPO, Aetna, Cigna, BCBS HMO (Northshore), and United Healthcare.

BCBS PPO

United Healthcare

Cigna

Aetna

BCBS HMO (Northshore)

All Major Cards

HSA/FSA

$

205

INITIAL SESSION
Your First Appointment

A 55-minute intake to understand your story, goals, and begin building your treatment plan.

$

180

FOLLOW-UP SESSIONS
Ongoing Weekly Sessions

We recommend at least 8 sessions for meaningful, lasting progress. Most clients continue beyond that.

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Your Next Steps

We’ve made it as easy as possible to begin your healing journey.
Choose the option that works best for you.

Book Appointment

Submit your appointment request online to get started with care. Schedule an Appointment

Email Us

Reach out anytime and our intake team will help guide you. Email the Intake Team

Call Us

Speak directly with our team to get support finding the right fit. 773-774-4444 ext. 0

Text Us

773-677-5002