If people find they have difficulty in relationships with peers, they may be experiencing some interpersonal issues or individual mental health concerns. Trouble in peer relationships often becomes a problem during childhood, when children are supposed to be forging friendships with other children their age. Trouble in peer relationships may be a sign of anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, or trauma.
Available Treatment Options
Therapists and counseling interventions for peer relationships for children may include Play Therapy to process trauma and emotions, social skills training, communication techniques, or other specified therapeutic processes based on their diagnosis.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Peer Relationships
I have a genuine love for helping my client discover and make the changes they would like or need to make. As a therapist I am open and honest with my clients and work with humility to establish trust. I feel confident helping my clients work through various issues that come up. Individuals, relationships, as a parent or work related, I have worked with teens and adults. Currently I specialize ...
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I have experience supporting children and adults who have been living with trauma, mental health disorders, developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorder who want help to meet their goals in life and gain a better understanding to live the life they desire by supporting a person in accepting where they are at. Together we can build a trusting relationships that allow us to work togeth...
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Hello! I am Kari Draeger MS, LPC, NCC. I love to work with children and teens in helping them to become more successful, and gain confidence. I believe it is important to help children and teens to be able to talk about tough emotions and feelings in a safe, empowering environment. I work with children 10 years old and older. I have over 14 years of experience working with children and parents....
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