Many of our therapists are experts in the following issues affecting children (starting at 3 years old) and teenagers. Please keep in mind that this is not a complete list. If your child or you need help with an issue you don’t see here, don’t hesitate to call us.

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• Learning disabilities

• ADD; ADHD

• Autism spectrum disorders; Asperger’s

• Developmental delays; pervasive developmental disorders

• Drug, alcohol, and smoking abuse and addictions

• Eating disorders; body image; weight management

• Self-injury

• Depression; sadness; withdrawal

• Bipolar disorders

• Anxiety; fears

• Adoption

• Divorce; custody issues

• Remarriage; blended families

• Behavioral problems

• Defiance; oppositional behavior

• Bullying; aggression

• Self-esteem

• Social skills; communication

• Coping with emotions

• Drop in grades; school refusal

• Physical complaints despite normal checkups; changes in sleeping and eating

• Bed wetting

• Death; bereavement

• Sexual and physical abuse

• Relocation

 

SPS offers these methods of helping children and teenagers: 

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• Testing and evaluation

• Individual therapy

• Play therapy

• Applied behavior analysis

• Horse-Powered Growth and Learning (horse-assisted programs)

• Parent guidance and consultation

• Mindful parenting 

• Parenting workshops

• Classroom observation; teacher-family consultation; IEP planning;

• Education-transition planning and coaching

• Family therapy

• Group therapy