There are many reasons a child might benefit from therapy. Some children face specific challenges such as anxiety, grief, trauma, or bullying. Others may struggle with behavioural issues at home or school, learning difficulties or have difficulty adjusting to changes like divorce, relocation, or the loss of a loved one. In some cases, a child may not show obvious signs of distress, but parents or teachers may notice mood changes,  withdrawal, phobias, unusual behaviours or bodily symptoms. In contrast to adults, children often do not speak about their difficulties directly.

Psychoanalysts who work with children and adolescents, rather than focusing on behavioural correction, incorporate play, art, and storytelling in their practice. These activities serve as a window into the child’s inner world. The practitioner observes the child’s interactions and play while assisting them to express their difficulties. The development of the child's capacity to communicate their concerns and unique circumstances with their own voice represents a significant accomplishment within the therapeutic process. 

An initial consultation can be arranged with parents to discuss their child’s therapeutic needs in greater detail.