True Living Counselling & coaching
Child Therapy and Counselling in Okotoks, AB
Compassionate support for children ages 4–12 experiencing anxiety, ADHD, emotional regulation challenges, friendship concerns, behavioural difficulties and low self-esteem
Gain peace of mind and confidence with Child Therapy in Okotoks.
Increase Support for Big Feelings
Building Confidence & Coping Skills
Strengthening Family Connection
Guiding Parents and Children Through Big Emotions Towards Calm and Confidence
At True Living Counselling & Coaching, we believe that asking for help is a brave step. Whether your child is struggling with big emotions, ADHD, anxiety, challenges at school or home, or just needs extra support navigating life, our child counselling provides a safe, confidential space to explore feelings and build coping skills.
Our experienced therapists in Okotoks offer one-on-one support that’s warm, approachable, and tailored to each child’s unique needs. Your child isn’t alone—and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
Through Child Therapy in Okotoks, we help kids understand and let go of heavy feelings, so they can feel calmer, happier, and more confident.
Child THERAPY IN OKOTOKS, AB
What Is Child Therapy?
Child therapy is a collaborative process between your child, their therapist, and you as a parent. It helps children understand their feelings, work through challenges, and learn healthy ways to cope. Sessions can focus on things happening right now, past experiences, or skills for the future and often a bit of all three.
We also work with parents to offer guidance, tools, and strategies to support their child at home, so the whole family can feel stronger, more confident, and better able to navigate life’s ups and downs. We offer both short-term, solution-focused support and longer-term therapy, depending on your child’s needs.
Child Therapy is:
Transformative
Helping you and your child navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity, coping skills, and understanding
Supportive
A non-judgmental space where you and your child can explore thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace
Empowering
Helps you build confidence, develop healthier coping strategies for you and your child
Signs Your Child May Benefit from Therapy
Common Reasons Children Come to Therapy
Children come to therapy for many different reasons; there’s no “right” reason, and no problem is too large or too small. Some of the common concerns we support include:
- worry
- Stress
- Anxiety or Panic Attacks
- Sadness and Low Mood
- ADHD
- Difficulty concentrating
- Bullying
- Trouble sleeping
- Grief and Loss
- Emotional Overwhelm
- Friendship Challenges
- Behavioural Concerns
- Anger & Irritability
- School Avoidance
- Self-Esteem & Confidence
If your child is struggling in any of these areas Child Therapy in Okotoks can help them feel calmer, more confident and better able to enjoy and manage everyday life.
Child Therapy Packages for Ages 4–12
Child Therapy Packages
All packages are designed for children ages 4–12 including 8-12 weekly sessions which can be adapted depending on each child’s needs. Some children may need fewer appointments, and some more. Each package includes a parent-only intake session at the start to set goals, discuss history, and establish plans. Midway through the program, there’s another parent-only session to review progress, gains, barriers, and next steps. Sessions for the child focus on skill-building, coping strategies, and emotional support. Psychological assessments can also be provided if needed to inform therapy planning.
The Friendship Superpower Squad (Friendships & Social Skills)
The Friendship Superpower Squad
(Friendship & Social Skills – Ages 4–12)
Description: Build social skills, confidence, and empathy in a fun, engaging way. Children learn communication, problem-solving, and peer interaction strategies through play-based activities and solution-focused therapy.
Parent Involvement: Parent-only intake session and mid-program review to discuss strategies and progress.
Modalities That We May Utilize: Play Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Strength Based, Collaborative Problem Solving
Skills We Focus On: Developing confidence in social interactions, stronger friendships, and practical tools to navigate peer relationships.
The Focus Ninjas Program (ADHD Skills & SupporT)
The Focus Ninjas Program
(ADHD Skills & Support – Ages 4–12)
Description: Designed for children with ADHD or attention challenges, this package teaches focus, self-regulation, and organization skills through interactive activities and structured exercises.
Parent Involvement: Parent-only intake session and mid-program review to discuss strategies and progress.
Modalities That We May Utilize: Play Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Strength Based, Collaborative Problem Solving
Skills We Focus On: Developing improved attention, impulse control, and practical strategies for home and school.
The Brave & Calm Heroes (Anxiety Support)
The Brave & Calm Heroes
(Anxiety Support – Ages 4–12)
Description: Support your child in managing worry and fear while building courage and coping strategies. Sessions include play-based exercises and solution-focused approaches to help children develop confidence and resilience.
Parent Involvement: Parent-only intake session and mid-program review to discuss strategies and progress.
Modalities That We May Utilize: Play Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Strength Based, Collaborative Problem Solving
Skills We Focus On: Developing skills to feel calmer, more confident, and equipped with tools to manage anxiety effectively.
The Calm & Cool Kids (Emotional Regulation)
The Calm & Cool Kids
(Emotional Regulation – Ages 4–12)
Description: Help children understand, express, and regulate emotions through fun, interactive activities. This package focuses on coping strategies, problem-solving, and building resilience.
Parent Involvement: Parent-only intake session and mid-program review to discuss strategies and progress.
Modalities That We May Utilize: Play Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Strength Based, Collaborative Problem Solving
Skills We Focus On: Learning practical emotional regulation skills and strategies to respond calmly to challenging situations.
The Courage to Be You Quest (Self-Esteem & Confidence)
The Courage to Be You Quest
(Self-Esteem & Confidence – Ages 4–12)
Description: Boost your child’s confidence and self-esteem through strength-based activities, growth mindset exercises, and creative play. Children develop assertiveness, self-awareness, and belief in their abilities.
Parent Involvement: Parent-only intake session and mid-program review to discuss strategies and progress.
Modalities That We May Utilize: Play Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Strength Based, Collaborative Problem Solving
Skills We Focus On: Gain a stronger sense of self, confidence, and motivation to tackle challenges.
The Behaviour Bravery Mission (Behavioural Challenges)
The Behaviour Bravery Mission
(Behavioural Challenges – Ages 4–12)
Description: Helps children learn self-control, identify triggers, and develop positive replacement behaviours. Sessions focus on problem-solving, coping strategies, and building confidence.
Parent Involvement: Parent-only intake session and mid-program review to discuss strategies and progress.
Modalities That We May Utilize: Play Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Strength Based, Collaborative Problem Solving
Skills We Focus On: Developing self-control, and parents learn strategies to support consistency and success at home.
The Playful Pathways Adventure (play therapy)
The Playful Pathways Adventure
(Play Therapy – Ages 4–12)
Description: A flexible package for children who benefit from play as a primary therapeutic modality. Sessions focus on processing emotions, developing coping strategies, and fostering creativity.
Parent Involvement: Parent-only intake session and mid-program check-in.
Modalities: Play Therapy
Skills We Focus On: Expressing emotions safely, building coping skills, and experiencing positive growth through guided play.
The Mighty Parent Toolbox Sessions (Parent Coaching)
The Mighty Parent Toolbox Sessions
(Parent Coaching & Support)
Description: Support for parents navigating challenges with children. Includes coaching on strategies for behaviour, emotional support, social skills, and general parenting guidance. Can complement child therapy packages or stand alone.
Modalities We May Utilize: Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Strength Based Approach, Collaborative Problem Solving, Parent Coaching
Skills We Focus On: Gaining practical tools, strategies, and confidence to support their child’s growth and development.
Child Therapy Approaches
Approaches We May Use In Child Therapy
Our child therapy in Okotoks uses a variety of proven methods to help you and your child. Here’s how we can help:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
CBT helps you recognize and change unhelpful thoughts. It gives you practical tools to cope with worry and stress in everyday situations.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
DBT teaches skills to manage intense emotions and improve relationships. It’s especially helpful if you struggle with emotional ups and downs.
Solution Focused Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy is a practical, goal-oriented approach that helps you identify your strengths and build on what’s already working. Rather than focusing on problems, it empowers you to create meaningful change by envisioning your preferred future and taking small, achievable steps toward it.
Play Therapy
For children, play therapy is a great way to work through their concerns. It helps them express their feelings and manage stress in a safe and creative way.
Mindfulness
No matter what you’re facing, our child therapy is designed to help you and your child regain control, reduce overwhelm, and move towards a life of calm and clarity.
What to Expect from Child Therapy
How Our Child Therapy Works
Begin Your Journey
Our first priority is to truly understand you and your child's struggles. We create a safe, compassionate space where you can express yourself without judgement. Book a Parent Only Appointment to go over your concerns and hopes.
Build Your Blueprint
During our initial parent appointment, we’ll set clear goals and develop a tailored plan to help you and your child. Then depending on our plan we will have an appointment with you and your child or just your child.
Transform Together
Child therapy is a collaborative process. We’ll provide you and your child with practical tools and ongoing support for your family and school.
Helping a child understand their feelings today is giving them the tools to thrive tomorrow.
Why Us
True Living
Counselling & Coaching
This is about more than just healing—it’s about helping you live a meaningful, fulfilling life that’s truly yours.
Whether it’s trauma, anxiety, or self-doubt—your challenges don’t have to define you. At True Living Counselling & Coaching, we help you reconnect with your true self, let go of past pain, and build a life that feels right for you.
With years of experience, our caring team offers a safe, non-judgemental space for you to explore your story. We offer personalized therapy and coaching using proven methods like Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to create lasting change.
Our mission is simple: to guide you from hurt to healing and help you live a life that reflects who you really are. Change to: to guide you from hurt to healing and help you live the life you truly want.
Together, we can create the future you deserve.
Our team believes in:
Being Human First
We see you as a person, not a diagnosis, creating a warm, compassionate space for healing.
Acting With Empathy
We listen deeply, making sure you feel heard and supported on your journey to growth.
Authenticity
We believe in showing up as our real, imperfect, and human selves—because true healing happens when we embrace authenticity, both in therapy and in life.
Jessica van Mill
MC, BA
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Couples & Individuals Therapist | Psychological Assessor
True Living Counselling & Coaching
How To Get Started
587-896-6919
21 Elizabeth St #106, Okotoks, AB T1S 2C1
5min NW of High River, AB.
Child THERAPy OKOTOKS
Questions About Child Therapy in Okotoks
Do you offer direct billing?
Yes, we direct bill to many insurance companies. See our Direct Billing page for more information.
Am I a bad parent?
As parents ourselves we totally get why you would ask yourself this question. We ask ourselves this question too. The short answer is most likely NO. We all have our moments where we wish we could have done things differently. But guess what? We can all take a moment to repair those moments with our children.
We don’t judge your parenting. We accept you for you and are happy to support you, your child and your family.
Are your parent counselling sessions offered by parents?
Yes! Our therapists that work with children and parents are parents themselves. They have the training and the real life experience of being a parent.
What if I live in rural Alberta?
We provide virtual services to anyone in Alberta. Some of our therapists are registered in Ontario as well.
How long will it take for my child to make changes?
The time it takes to feel better in therapy varies for each child. It is usually recommended that you have a minimum of 12 sessions and then decide if more sessions are needed.
Do you offer counselling services in Calgary?
We are located 15min south of Calgary. We offer virtual counselling services for residents of Calgary in the comfort of your own home.