Child & Teen Counselling Services

Unlike adults, who often use words to discuss their challenges during therapy, children express themselves through play. Play therapy can be used to address grief, trauma, family difficulties, behavioural challenges and many other struggles. 

 

Vistara Conway, R. Psych serves as the Play Therapist at NewLeaf Counselling Services in Barrhead. She possesses specialized training from the Rocky Mountain Play Therapy Institute and is exceptionally adept at engaging with children. Vistara is a strong advocate for the children she works with. ​​​​​​

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Shannon Harris works with children at the Westlock office. She has also received training from the Rocky Mountain Play Therapy Institute and is passionate about her work with children. 

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Adolescence is a period marked by significant growth, self-exploration, and transformation. Teens often find it challenging to manage the many demands of this stage, such as balancing academics, friendships, romantic relationships, family time, self-care, sports, extracurricular activities, work or volunteering, and preparing for future careers or university. On top of that, they face pressures related to body image, reputation, and academic performance, all while being influenced by peers and social media. 

 

At NewLeaf Counselling Services, Vistara Conway, Shannon Harris and Karen Laden are dedicated to building rapport and trust with adolescents, enabling youth to collaborate on setting achievable goals and realizing meaningful outcomes. Our therapists are skilled in helping teens navigate the internal and external changes they encounter and in managing the various pressures they face.​

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