Helping Children: Child Psychology Services

Helping Children: Child Psychology Services Welcome! We are a specialized child psychology clinic for children (2 to 12) and their families.

Give your child the gift of creativity by introducing them to the world of chalk art! This outdoor activity provides end...
09/16/2026

Give your child the gift of creativity by introducing them to the world of chalk art!

This outdoor activity provides endless opportunities for learning 📚 and self-expression 💭. Whether they’re experimenting with new colors 🎨, practicing their letters ✍️, or creating a chalk mural 🖼️, chalk art helps kids build confidence 🌟, improve fine motor skills 🖌️, and develop patience ⏳. Plus, it’s a wonderful way for them to disconnect from screens 📱 and engage with the world around them 🌞.










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Teaching Children Self-Care Supports Mental Wellness 🌱💛Self-care for children is not about spa days or treats.It is abou...
09/16/2026

Teaching Children Self-Care Supports Mental Wellness 🌱💛

Self-care for children is not about spa days or treats.
It is about helping children learn the everyday habits that support emotional regulation, stress management, and mental wellness.

For children experiencing sadness, stress, overwhelm, or depression symptoms, consistent self-care practices can become important protective supports.

Healthy self-care for kids can include:
☀ getting enough sleep
🍎 eating regular nourishing meals
🚲 movement and outdoor play
💧 staying hydrated
🎨 creative activities
📚 quiet downtime
💬 talking about feelings
🧸 comfort and connection with safe adults

For Edmonton families, self-care also means helping children recognize:
• “What helps my body feel calm?”
• “What helps me feel safe?”
• “What do I need when I’m overwhelmed?”

Children are not born knowing how to care for their emotional wellbeing.
They learn through routines, modeling, co-regulation, and supportive relationships.

One of the most powerful things parents can do is model healthy self-care themselves:
💛 taking breaks
💛 expressing feelings appropriately
💛 using calming strategies
💛 asking for support when needed

Children learn emotional wellness not only from what we tell them — but from what they consistently see practiced at home.


















09/16/2026

Many children struggle with starting tasks and sticking with them.
Martial arts directly trains this skill – self-discipline or grit, through structured repetition and clear expectations.

Children learn that progress doesn’t come from speed—it comes from practice.
They repeat movements, refine technique, and stay engaged even when something feels difficult or boring.

This is self-discipline in action:
• doing the task even without immediate reward
• staying committed through frustration
• building consistency over time

These skills carry into homework, chores, and daily routines at home.

Edmonton parents—martial arts builds the habit of follow-through in a meaningful, body-based way.





Practice Short SeparationsHelp your child build tolerance by starting with short separations and gradually increasing ti...
09/15/2026

Practice Short Separations

Help your child build tolerance by starting with short separations and gradually increasing time apart. Let them know when you’ll be back—and follow through. 💬🕰️ Trust grows when they learn you always return.


















Children’s Books + therapy = a powerful combo for emotional learning! 🌈 Reading about friendship struggles, fears, or mi...
09/15/2026

Children’s Books + therapy = a powerful combo for emotional learning! 🌈 Reading about friendship struggles, fears, or mistakes allows children to practice empathy, reflection, and coping skills. With a child psychologist facilitating discussion and play, children explore what characters feel, think, and do—and experiment with ways to manage their own emotions. Bibliotherapy transforms stories into opportunities for insight, problem-solving, and emotional growth—one page at a time. 📝💛


















When a beloved pet dies, many children quietly wonder…“Was it my fault?” 🐾💔Children often think in very personal and con...
09/14/2026

When a beloved pet dies, many children quietly wonder…
“Was it my fault?” 🐾💔

Children often think in very personal and concrete ways, which can lead them to self-blame after the loss of a pet. They may believe:
• “I should have noticed sooner.”
• “I was mad at them once.”
• “I didn’t take care of them enough.”

As parents, it’s important to gently remind children that pets die because of illness, age, accidents, or natural causes — not because of a child’s thoughts, feelings, mistakes, or behavior.

Instead of quickly dismissing their feelings, try:
✨ “Sometimes our brains try to find a reason when something sad happens.”
✨ “Nothing you did caused this.”
✨ “Your pet knew they were loved.”

Children may revisit grief and guilt many times as they process the loss. Reassurance, open conversations, drawing pictures, reading books about pet loss, or creating a small memory ritual can help them work through these complicated emotions safely.

For many children, losing a pet is their first experience with grief. How adults respond teaches children that sadness, love, guilt, and remembrance can all exist together. 🐶🐱🌈


















When Your Child Feels SadSometimes kids don’t need cheering up — they need showing up.Sit beside them. Listen. Let silen...
09/14/2026

When Your Child Feels Sad

Sometimes kids don’t need cheering up — they need showing up.
Sit beside them. Listen. Let silence be safe.
Your presence says, “You don’t have to go through this alone.” 💛
















09/13/2026

👦👨🧸 Everything I really need to know… I learned through PLAY

Play allows children to tap into their boundless creativity 🎨 and imagination 💭. Through this process, they develop problem-solving skills 🧩, learn to think outside the box 🧠, and build the flexibility needed to adapt to new situations 🔄. These qualities are foundational for resilience 🏋️♀️. When children engage in imaginative play, they create solutions 💡, experiment with new roles 🎭, and make sense of the world 🌎 in both fun and meaningful ways. Play is much more than entertainment 🎉—it is a powerful tool for developing resilience.

By encouraging creativity 🎨, social skills 🤝, emotional regulation 🧘‍♂️, risk-taking ⚖️, and confidence 💥, play helps children grow into adaptable, resilient individuals who can navigate life’s ups and downs 🌈. So, as we focus on academic milestones 🎓 and keep up with our busy schedules 📅, let’s remember the invaluable role of play. Through play 🎲, children truly learn everything they need to thrive in life 🌟.





🧒🧠 Growth and Long-Term Impact of Child TherapyThe earlier we support children’s mental health, the stronger their found...
09/13/2026

🧒🧠 Growth and Long-Term Impact of Child Therapy

The earlier we support children’s mental health, the stronger their foundation for life. ⛅ Child therapy is not about labels—it’s about lifting up children and teaching them how to thrive. A child psychologist helps children trust their inner world, navigate big emotions, and develop tools that serve them for years. 🛠️✨

👦🏽 👧🏻🧠 Looking for Support for Your Child?

If you're in Alberta (virtual therapy) or the Edmonton area (in-person sessions) and wondering if child therapy could help, our services might be the right fit for your family. 💛

At Helping Children: Child Psychology Services, we work exclusively with children ages 2 to 12 and their families. Whether in-person or online, our therapy is designed to meet kids where they are—emotionally, developmentally, and playfully. 🎨🧩

✨ Book a FREE 15-minute consultation to explore how we can support your child’s emotional wellbeing.

📧 Email us at: [email protected]

🌍 Outside Alberta? We encourage you to connect with a local registered child psychologist for specialized support.



















09/13/2026

PLAY THERAPY: Why it matters

When children feel safe, seen, and understood, change becomes possible.

Play therapy supports emotional expression, understanding, and growth through the natural language of childhood—play.

👉 Share this if you believe children communicate best through play.





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#264 8170-50th Street
Edmonton, AB
T6B1E6

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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