Child and Youth Therapy

Kerri draws from a variety of frameworks and practices, including attachment theory, trauma-informed practice, mindfulness, art and play-based approaches, narrative therapy, and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). Building upon each child and family’s natural strengths, Kerri creates an environment that feels welcoming and collaborative for each individual.

Kerri helps children better understand themselves and their feelings, learn what tends to trigger their big emotions, and supports them in developing effective coping strategies. Equipped with increased self-awareness and tools for navigating their complex emotional worlds, children and teens are empowered to take risks, manage their reactions to difficult situations, and bounce back from challenging events.

While Kerri tailors her approach to fit the needs, personalities, and self-identified goals of the particular child and/or family she is working with, Kerri commonly supports those experiencing difficulty with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, perfectionism, emotion regulation, defiant behaviour, problem solving, attention, impulsivity, anger and irritability, communication and social skills.