Pediatric Therapy
Child and Teen Therapy
Whether it's anxiety about school, trouble managing big emotions, or navigating social changes, we're here to help.
Our child therapy services support kids, teens, and young adults through the challenges that are keeping them stuck.
There's no guide for what your child is going through
For some kids, it shows up as meltdowns over homework. For others, it’s refusing school or pulling away from friends. Either way, you’re not sure how to help.
You’ve tried talking it through. Adjusting routines. Looking for answers. But the struggles keep coming back, because something deeper is going on.
Anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, or just the weight of growing up can affect how your child thinks, feels, and functions.
Our pediatric therapy is different. We look at how the brain, body, and behavior work together to understand what’s driving the challenges, and help your child build the skills to feel and function better.
How our child therapy services help
We help kids, teens, and young adults with the challenges that are keeping them stuck. Our therapists understand how young brains work and what kids need to feel safe, heard, and motivated to change.
We help our patients:
Build confidence
When kids doubt themselves or feel different, it's hard to try new things. We help children and teens identify their strengths and trust their decisions. They learn to move forward with steadier self-belief.
Manage anxiety and worry
School refusal, social anxiety, panic attacks, or constant worry. We teach tools to calm anxiety in the moment while building resilience for the long term.
Regulate big emotions
Meltdowns, outbursts, or shutting down. We teach practical emotion regulation skills your child can use anywhere—at home, at school, or with friends.
Navigate ADHD and focus challenges
Trouble with focus, impulsivity, or organization. We support executive function skills and help your child build systems that actually stick.
Get unstuck from avoidance
Avoidance can lower stress temporarily but often increases it over time. We help your child break these cycles and build momentum through small, doable steps.
Process trauma and loss
Major life changes like divorce, a move, or losing someone can affect kids deeply. Teen therapy and child therapy services help them process these experiences in a safe space.
Understand your child. Move forward.
Step 1
Get a complete assessment
Our assessment gives you a full picture of how your child's brain, body, and behavior work together. This explains the challenges and strengths that make them different.
We catch important connections that are often missed—like when anxiety and ADHD happen together. Most kids who need support have more than one thing going on.
Step 2
Therapy tailored to your child
Therapy is based on your child’s precise care plan. We use proven approaches like CBT, play therapy, and mindfulness—whatever fits your child best.
Therapy is practical and focused on real skills they can use right away.
Step 3
Expand support as needed
If medication support or additional testing is needed, we have those specialists at Blackbird and can support your child as one team.
These are just a few of the caring therapists on our team.
Meet some of our therapy providers
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![Erin Fox, Licensed Professional Counselor]()
Erin Fox, Licensed Professional Counselor
Specialties: Adolescents and ages 19+, anxiety, risk assessment, crisis intervention
“My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I draw from CBT, mindfulness and strengths-based practices.”
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![Ashley Lassiter, Licensed Professional Counselor]()
Ashley Lassiter, Licensed Professional Counselor
Specialties: Anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disorders, young adults
“I want patients to feel relief and feel seen and heard, rather than just as a diagnosis or a set of behaviors.”
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![Brandi Schweizer, Licensed Social Worker]()
Brandi Schweizer, Licensed Social Worker
Specialties: Ages 13 and up, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideations, social phobia, LGBTQIA+, substance abuse
“I have a laid back cognitive behavioral approach to therapy, but I never give up on anyone.”
We’re in-network with most major insurers
Frequently asked questions
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We use proven approaches including CBT, play therapy, mindfulness, and DBT skills. Your child's therapist will use the precise approach that fits them best.
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If your child is struggling at home or school, having trouble with friends, experiencing big emotions they can't manage, or showing changes in behavior or mood, therapy can help.
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We provide child therapy services, teen therapy, and young adult therapy for ages 2-26.
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The first session includes an assessment where we talk with you and your child about what's been happening. We learn about your child's history, strengths, and challenges. We'll create a treatment plan and therapy can start right away.
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Yes, we offer both virtual and in-person pediatric therapy across Pennsylvania, Virginia, and New Jersey. Many families find virtual therapy convenient and just as effective.
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Yes, we are in-network with most major insurance carriers. Contact us to verify your specific plan and benefits.
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Yes. For younger children, parent involvement is often a key part of treatment. For teens and young adults, we balance independence with family support based on what your child needs.