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5,871 people sought child therapy help in New Jersey in the last year

Discover how starting therapy with a child can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Starting Child therapy

What is child therapy?

Child therapy, also known as counseling for kids, helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst kids include behavioral issues, trauma, bullying, depression, and anxiety. All ages of children can attend and benefit from child therapy at Thriveworks Jersey City.

How does child therapy work?

Child therapy works by using multiple techniques tailored to fit the child’s needs based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve play therapy for younger kids or cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks child therapists in Jersey City, NJ have the expertise and experience to help kids at their level.

Play therapy vs. child therapy

Child therapy is a type of therapy meant for clients within a specific age group, while play therapy is an approach to therapy that helps children with self-expression and stress relief, among others. Play therapy is a technique that is often used in child therapy to help children express what’s running through their minds when they do not have the words to express their thoughts and emotions. It can get children to express what’s wrong, what might be causing unwanted behaviors, or what they might need in a way that is accessible to them so that therapists can then work to treat the issue.

How to tell if my child needs counseling

It’s not always obvious when a child should see a therapist for their behavior, though in the midst of challenges like divorce, loss, bullying, and other mental health conditions, it’s often a good idea to seek it out. Common behaviors that can indicate a need for child therapy include separation anxiety, bedwetting (at inappropriate ages), and agitation/excessive irritability — especially if it reaches a point of physical violence.

What type of therapy is best for children?

Cognitive behavioral therapy at Thriveworks in Jersey City, NJ is one of the best types of therapy for children. However, it can be administered in child therapy sessions in a variety of ways that are more accessible to young minds, such as play therapy.

Is child therapy conducted in person or online?

Child therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does child therapy last?

The length of child therapy depends on your child’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, child therapy sessions will last for several months.

How much does child therapy cost?

At Thriveworks, we take most major forms of insurance, which means that many of our clients only pay a $0-$50 co-pay per session. However, there are also self-pay options that sit around $200 per session, depending on the service and location, for those who are out-of-network.

Need more help deciding?

Child Therapy Services in Jersey City, NJ

Is your child struggling at home, school, or with friends? Watching your child face difficulties can be heart-wrenching. At Thriveworks Counseling in Jersey City, NJ, we offer support to help your child navigate their challenges and express their feelings.

Give us a call at (973) 529-8926 to schedule your appointment today.

When to Consider Child Therapy

Children and adolescents can sometimes have difficulty expressing what bothers them. Child therapy uses therapeutic techniques designed to help children and teens effectively address their concerns and learn to deal with life’s challenges.

Common reasons for a child to work with a therapist include:

  • Death in the family
  • Substance abuse
  • Trauma or abuse
  • Joining an adoptive or foster family
  • Life transitions like moving or divorce
  • Anxiety or depression
  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Autism or other developmental disorders
  • Learning disabilities
  • Eating disorders
  • Difficulties making or maintaining friendships
  • Trouble in school
  • Behavioral issues

Our trained mental health professionals can help children through various issues, even if they aren’t listed here.

Benefits of Child Therapy

Mental health treatment for children is different from adults. The methodologies, strategies, and treatments must be tailored to the child’s age, concerns, and symptoms. Communicating with a six-year-old who’s acting out is different from working with a fifteen-year-old dealing with depression. Our therapists determine the right treatment plan based on your child’s unique situation.

Therapy techniques our therapists use include:

  • Play therapy
  • Family therapy
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Parent-child interaction therapy
  • Supportive therapy
  • Addiction and substance abuse therapy
  • Stress management counseling

Scheduling Child Therapy in Jersey City, NJ

If your child could benefit from working with a therapist, counselor, or other mental health professional, call our office today. Our team is ready to answer your questions and set up your child’s first appointment.

Contact Thriveworks Counseling in Jersey City, NJ, to help your child learn, grow, and thrive. Give us a call at (973) 529-8926.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Jersey City therapists and counselors accept 28 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • AmeriHealth Administrators

  • AmeriHealth Medicare Advantage

  • AmeriHealth New Jersey

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey | BCBS - HMO

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Self-pay costs at Jersey City
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

5.0 Thriveworks Jersey City reviews are collected through Thriveworks.com.
★★★★★
Kory Langton is a grounded, mature and empathic person. She is kind, supportive and a great listener. These skills make her a great therapist!
Read more Kory Langton is a grounded, mature and empathic person. She is kind, supportive and a great listener. These skills make her a great therapist!
New Jersey Nov 2021
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Jersey City is located at the intersection of Sip Ave and Bergen Ave. Behind the building is Hudson County Community College Park. We currently share the building with Capital One and Blink Fitness, among other businesses.

Phone number

(973) 529-8926

Languages spoken by NJ providers

  • German
  • English
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