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Harmony Wildman
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
I feel passionate about working with children, utilizing practices that align with their developmental needs, and supporting them and their families through the journey of learning, healing, and growth.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor committed to working with people to support them through the challenges that life brings, and to nurture personal growth through practices that feel right for each individual client. I bring gentle curiosity to my practice, fostering an environment of empathy, safety, and empowerment where clients may share the unique and intricate pieces of themselves. I also aim to bring a sense of lightness to my work, by creating an atmosphere where humour and joy can co-exist with hardships.
I feel passionate about working with children, utilizing practices that align with their developmental needs, and supporting them and their families through the journey of learning, healing, and growth.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor committed to working with people to support them through the challenges that life brings, and to nurture personal growth through practices that feel right for each individual client. I bring gentle curiosity to my practice, fostering an environment of empathy, safety, and empowerment where clients may share the unique and intricate pieces of themselves. I also aim to bring a sense of lightness to my work, by creating an atmosphere where humour and joy can co-exist with hardships.
(672) 572-2180 View (672) 572-2180
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Jamie Whitehead
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R  (Online Only)
If you are facing parenting challenges and are looking for a supportive counsellor to process your experience with, wanting to engage differently with your child, seeking a counsellor who connects well with kids, or trying to help your teen find someone they can talk to, Jamie is likely a great fit! She offers evening sessions and a free consultation.
Jamie loves to see clients feel empowered to make change in their lives, and to realize the benefits of their efforts in both the immediate and long term. Her extensive experience supporting children and families makes her an ideal counsellor for kids, teens, young adults, parents, co-parents, and family units of all varieties. Jamie's focus is on listening to her client’s needs and working with them to create a plan for therapy. She aims to balance a warm and supportive approach with clear and straightforward reflections. Her goal is for her clients to feel both cared for and cheered on.
If you are facing parenting challenges and are looking for a supportive counsellor to process your experience with, wanting to engage differently with your child, seeking a counsellor who connects well with kids, or trying to help your teen find someone they can talk to, Jamie is likely a great fit! She offers evening sessions and a free consultation.
Jamie loves to see clients feel empowered to make change in their lives, and to realize the benefits of their efforts in both the immediate and long term. Her extensive experience supporting children and families makes her an ideal counsellor for kids, teens, young adults, parents, co-parents, and family units of all varieties. Jamie's focus is on listening to her client’s needs and working with them to create a plan for therapy. She aims to balance a warm and supportive approach with clear and straightforward reflections. Her goal is for her clients to feel both cared for and cheered on.
(249) 202-5216 View (249) 202-5216
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Sylvia O Raju
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Victoria, BC V8R
Does your life feel out of balance? Do you struggle to slow down? Are anger or sadness too present in your life? Is your child or teen struggling and you just don’t know how to help them? You are not alone. With 20 years of mental health counselling experience, I can confidently offer you a safe, and supportive space in which to explore and work through challenges. Sometimes we all hold on to issues longer than we need too - but in the context of a healthy therapeutic relationship, it is amazing how much healing can take place. When you feel ready, please reach out.
Does your life feel out of balance? Do you struggle to slow down? Are anger or sadness too present in your life? Is your child or teen struggling and you just don’t know how to help them? You are not alone. With 20 years of mental health counselling experience, I can confidently offer you a safe, and supportive space in which to explore and work through challenges. Sometimes we all hold on to issues longer than we need too - but in the context of a healthy therapeutic relationship, it is amazing how much healing can take place. When you feel ready, please reach out.
(778) 767-2379 View (778) 767-2379
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Thaiss Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
Victoria, BC V8R
My expertise is in Neuropsychology and Child and Adolescent Mental Health.
I provide psychological, psycho-educational and neuropsychological assessments for children, youth and adults. An assessment can be useful in order to understand the nature of an individual's learning needs, certain behaviours, and/or emotional challenges. It can provide specific diagnoses (e.g. ADHD, Specific Learning Disabilities, Anxiety), or simply help to identify a person's strengths and any weaknesses. Ultimately, the goal of an assessment is to make recommendations that will promote wellbeing and help an individual to be successful. In addition to assessments, I also offer some individual therapy and parenting support.
My expertise is in Neuropsychology and Child and Adolescent Mental Health.
I provide psychological, psycho-educational and neuropsychological assessments for children, youth and adults. An assessment can be useful in order to understand the nature of an individual's learning needs, certain behaviours, and/or emotional challenges. It can provide specific diagnoses (e.g. ADHD, Specific Learning Disabilities, Anxiety), or simply help to identify a person's strengths and any weaknesses. Ultimately, the goal of an assessment is to make recommendations that will promote wellbeing and help an individual to be successful. In addition to assessments, I also offer some individual therapy and parenting support.
(778) 400-5324 View (778) 400-5324
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Maggie Fung
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
I am also experienced in navigating the Autism world and Autism Funding System in BC, and therefore love to support parents and children in that realm.
My passion is to support neurodiverse and any children/youth who are just trying to grow up and figure out life in their own unique way. We are all complex and different, so I strive to honor that along with build upon our own strengths. No one is perfect, but there is always room to grow. If we can build these tools early, what is more fulfilling than seeing our young ones find their true selves and flourish to their full potential? Let's cultivate resilient souls, in a harsh world. I additionally love to support parents who just want the best for their children, along with anyone trying to find their way through this life journey.
I am also experienced in navigating the Autism world and Autism Funding System in BC, and therefore love to support parents and children in that realm.
My passion is to support neurodiverse and any children/youth who are just trying to grow up and figure out life in their own unique way. We are all complex and different, so I strive to honor that along with build upon our own strengths. No one is perfect, but there is always room to grow. If we can build these tools early, what is more fulfilling than seeing our young ones find their true selves and flourish to their full potential? Let's cultivate resilient souls, in a harsh world. I additionally love to support parents who just want the best for their children, along with anyone trying to find their way through this life journey.
(587) 809-5466 View (587) 809-5466
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Heartwood Family Wellness
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, BEd
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
We work to empower and support adults, children, parents, couples and families through mutual respect, empathy, and effective therapeutic practices.
We have been serving individuals, couples and families with compassion and care for over 10 years at Heartwood Family Wellness. Our clinicians have established a strong reputation in the community doing exceptional work with adults, children, youth, parents, couples, and families. We help people of all ages and life stages with anxiety, depression, life transitions, divorce, self-esteem, self-worth, family transitions, parenting skills, grief and loss, and neurodiversity.
We work to empower and support adults, children, parents, couples and families through mutual respect, empathy, and effective therapeutic practices.
We have been serving individuals, couples and families with compassion and care for over 10 years at Heartwood Family Wellness. Our clinicians have established a strong reputation in the community doing exceptional work with adults, children, youth, parents, couples, and families. We help people of all ages and life stages with anxiety, depression, life transitions, divorce, self-esteem, self-worth, family transitions, parenting skills, grief and loss, and neurodiversity.
(778) 651-5300 View (778) 651-5300
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Lizanne Chicanot
Counsellor, B Arts , B Ed, M Ed
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
I also work with children, youth and their parents around issues that arise at school and within families.
I've spent most of my career working in the school system as a counsellor, behaviour support specialist, teacher and administrator. I am now a BC registered clinical counsellor and am working at The Budding Elm in Victoria which offers in person and virtual services. I have a real interest in working with individuals, with children & youth, with couples and with families. Processing life changes, grief & loss, relationship issues, and the stress of everyday living are examples of what I hope to be able to help you with. I offer a free 15 minute consultation where you can determine if working with me might be a good fit for you.
I also work with children, youth and their parents around issues that arise at school and within families.
I've spent most of my career working in the school system as a counsellor, behaviour support specialist, teacher and administrator. I am now a BC registered clinical counsellor and am working at The Budding Elm in Victoria which offers in person and virtual services. I have a real interest in working with individuals, with children & youth, with couples and with families. Processing life changes, grief & loss, relationship issues, and the stress of everyday living are examples of what I hope to be able to help you with. I offer a free 15 minute consultation where you can determine if working with me might be a good fit for you.
(587) 415-2737 View (587) 415-2737
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Bronwen Smith
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
Victoria, BC V8R
I have a special interest in supporting individual adults navigating pregnancy /postpartum and parenting, university students and children/youth.
I offer holistic, trauma informed, person-centered counselling services to children, youth, young adults, adults, parents and expectant parents (pregnancy, postpartum). My approach considers the essential role of the nervous system and is grounded in attachment theory, neuroscience, mindfulness, narrative therapy, emotion focused therapy, CBT, DBT, expressive arts and play therapy. I have over 20 years experience working with individuals and families in community based child and family services programs and 12 years as a counsellor, where I have worked for Child and Youth Mental Health and in private practice.
I have a special interest in supporting individual adults navigating pregnancy /postpartum and parenting, university students and children/youth.
I offer holistic, trauma informed, person-centered counselling services to children, youth, young adults, adults, parents and expectant parents (pregnancy, postpartum). My approach considers the essential role of the nervous system and is grounded in attachment theory, neuroscience, mindfulness, narrative therapy, emotion focused therapy, CBT, DBT, expressive arts and play therapy. I have over 20 years experience working with individuals and families in community based child and family services programs and 12 years as a counsellor, where I have worked for Child and Youth Mental Health and in private practice.
(778) 743-1209 View (778) 743-1209
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Danielle van Schaik
Counsellor, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
Welcome! I know that just when we think things are going right, something happens to shift everything off balance. Even at the best of times, we are dealing with all kinds of stress (ex. money, family, work). This is why I got into counselling; because I truly believe that with 1:1 support you are provided a whole new avenue to explore those feelings, emotions, behaviours, and find practical tools to experience relief. While I counsel adults and couples, I also really enjoying counselling children and youth. I'm accepting new clients, so please reach out!
Welcome! I know that just when we think things are going right, something happens to shift everything off balance. Even at the best of times, we are dealing with all kinds of stress (ex. money, family, work). This is why I got into counselling; because I truly believe that with 1:1 support you are provided a whole new avenue to explore those feelings, emotions, behaviours, and find practical tools to experience relief. While I counsel adults and couples, I also really enjoying counselling children and youth. I'm accepting new clients, so please reach out!
(506) 306-5002 View (506) 306-5002
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Rachel Lavery
Counsellor, BEd, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
You’re looking for a counsellor who can help both you & your child with making sense of the big reactions – the ones that sometimes seem saved just for home.
What a time we are all having right now! How are you doing? Something is bothering you – which is why you’re here. You have a lot going on, time is something that you have no problem filling, in fact, slowing down & quieting your constantly moving brain can pose a challenge. Maybe you’re concerned about your child; you thought it was going to get better, but it hasn’t & now you worry it’s going to get worse. You need help. You want solutions – for yourself, your child/teen & your family. You’ve consulted family, friends, Oprah & your Instagram feed & you’ve run out of ideas. It’s time for a change.
You’re looking for a counsellor who can help both you & your child with making sense of the big reactions – the ones that sometimes seem saved just for home.
What a time we are all having right now! How are you doing? Something is bothering you – which is why you’re here. You have a lot going on, time is something that you have no problem filling, in fact, slowing down & quieting your constantly moving brain can pose a challenge. Maybe you’re concerned about your child; you thought it was going to get better, but it hasn’t & now you worry it’s going to get worse. You need help. You want solutions – for yourself, your child/teen & your family. You’ve consulted family, friends, Oprah & your Instagram feed & you’ve run out of ideas. It’s time for a change.
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Annabelle Picard
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
I strongly believes that everyone is doing the best they can with the strategies they have. I am deeply committed to meeting every person where they are at and supporting them through exploration that is both collaborative and proactive in nature, towards what you deem a more fulfilling path forward. As a mother of two children, I empathizes with the emotional weight and responsibility of parenting. My practice is focused on intensifying the connection between caregiver and child and providing practical, feel-good tools and strategies. I work with children, teens, individuals and their families aged 5 plus.
I strongly believes that everyone is doing the best they can with the strategies they have. I am deeply committed to meeting every person where they are at and supporting them through exploration that is both collaborative and proactive in nature, towards what you deem a more fulfilling path forward. As a mother of two children, I empathizes with the emotional weight and responsibility of parenting. My practice is focused on intensifying the connection between caregiver and child and providing practical, feel-good tools and strategies. I work with children, teens, individuals and their families aged 5 plus.
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Veronika Varga
Counsellor, RCC, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
I have diverse experiences working with adults, children and youth, and can offer wide variety of support based on your unique needs and goals.
Welcome, I understand how much courage it can take to ask for help and I’m glad that you are here to find support and start your healing journey. In my work I offer a safe, non-judgmental space, where you can share your feelings and thoughts. As we learn more about you, your behaviours, patterns, needs, and dreams we can also establish and start to work on your goals. I’m an MA Therapist (Europe) and an MA Registered Clinical Counsellor (BC, Canada) with 12+ years of experience working in mental health fields. My expertises are trauma, childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, boundaries, self-esteem, grief, abuse
I have diverse experiences working with adults, children and youth, and can offer wide variety of support based on your unique needs and goals.
Welcome, I understand how much courage it can take to ask for help and I’m glad that you are here to find support and start your healing journey. In my work I offer a safe, non-judgmental space, where you can share your feelings and thoughts. As we learn more about you, your behaviours, patterns, needs, and dreams we can also establish and start to work on your goals. I’m an MA Therapist (Europe) and an MA Registered Clinical Counsellor (BC, Canada) with 12+ years of experience working in mental health fields. My expertises are trauma, childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, boundaries, self-esteem, grief, abuse
(807) 500-1611 View (807) 500-1611
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Hayley Clausing
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
Victoria, BC V8R  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with children, youth and adults who are experiencing symptoms of OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) and GAD (Generalized Anxiety Disorder).
I specialize in working with children, youth and adults who are experiencing symptoms of OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) and GAD (Generalized Anxiety Disorder).
(581) 481-8310 View (581) 481-8310
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Daisy Song
Counsellor, MA, RCC, RCH
Verified Verified
Victoria, BC V8R
I work with people on a variety of issues including relationships, PTSD, phobias, anxieties, sleep issues, eating disorders and grief and loss etc through hypnotherapy and counseling work. I also do past life regressions and use family constellation philosophy for people who are ready and open to that. I am formally trained by Dr Brain.Weiss in PLRT and also have on going training in Family constellation with Hellinger school based in Germany. I translated Bert. Hellinger's books from English into Chinese (the developer of family constellation) "looking into the souls of children" and the book "an education for our time".
I work with people on a variety of issues including relationships, PTSD, phobias, anxieties, sleep issues, eating disorders and grief and loss etc through hypnotherapy and counseling work. I also do past life regressions and use family constellation philosophy for people who are ready and open to that. I am formally trained by Dr Brain.Weiss in PLRT and also have on going training in Family constellation with Hellinger school based in Germany. I translated Bert. Hellinger's books from English into Chinese (the developer of family constellation) "looking into the souls of children" and the book "an education for our time".
(877) 958-8771 View (877) 958-8771
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Kelly Houlahan
Counsellor, BA, MACP, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
Welcome! If you’re feeling overwhelmed, struggling with self-esteem, dealing with anxiety or depression, I’m here for you! I offer a supportive and personalized approach tailored to your needs. Whether you're a child, teen, or young adult, we can work together to build resilience, develop effective coping skills, and reach your goals. I also provide guidance on stress management, fostering positive relationships, and enhancing life skills. My aim is to create a space where you feel truly understood and empowered to embrace a brighter, more fulfilling future.
Welcome! If you’re feeling overwhelmed, struggling with self-esteem, dealing with anxiety or depression, I’m here for you! I offer a supportive and personalized approach tailored to your needs. Whether you're a child, teen, or young adult, we can work together to build resilience, develop effective coping skills, and reach your goals. I also provide guidance on stress management, fostering positive relationships, and enhancing life skills. My aim is to create a space where you feel truly understood and empowered to embrace a brighter, more fulfilling future.
(343) 453-4246 View (343) 453-4246
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Kathryn Sandberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
Some of these include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Response (EMDR), Interpersonal Therapy for Adolescents (IPT-A), Child Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT), Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) and Expressive Therapy.
I am a Master's level therapist and Registered Social Worker with 18 years of experience providing psychotherapeutic supports. I am a sensitive and compassionate person who will create a safe space for you to share your concerns and what is on your heart. I devoted most of my career to working with children and youth with serious and complex mental health issues as well as university students, adults, multicultural and First Nations communities. I take a holistic or “biopsychosociospiritual” approach in alignment with your wishes, needs, abilities and beliefs. You are far more than your amazing brain.
Some of these include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Response (EMDR), Interpersonal Therapy for Adolescents (IPT-A), Child Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT), Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) and Expressive Therapy.
I am a Master's level therapist and Registered Social Worker with 18 years of experience providing psychotherapeutic supports. I am a sensitive and compassionate person who will create a safe space for you to share your concerns and what is on your heart. I devoted most of my career to working with children and youth with serious and complex mental health issues as well as university students, adults, multicultural and First Nations communities. I take a holistic or “biopsychosociospiritual” approach in alignment with your wishes, needs, abilities and beliefs. You are far more than your amazing brain.
(250) 800-2711 View (250) 800-2711
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Shyla Warner
Counsellor, MA, RCC, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
I am passionate about helping both adults and children with many issues, including; anxiety, allergy-related anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and loss, self-esteem, school issues and parenting skills.
Seeking therapy is an act of courage and I hope that my clients feel safe and seen when they meet with me. With trust and respect at the heart of successful therapy, I aim to build a strong therapeutic relationship that focuses on each client's inevitable strengths and resilience.
I am passionate about helping both adults and children with many issues, including; anxiety, allergy-related anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and loss, self-esteem, school issues and parenting skills.
Seeking therapy is an act of courage and I hope that my clients feel safe and seen when they meet with me. With trust and respect at the heart of successful therapy, I aim to build a strong therapeutic relationship that focuses on each client's inevitable strengths and resilience.
(548) 488-4151 View (548) 488-4151
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Meagan Gronotte
Counsellor, MEd, BEd, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
As a mother to two young children, I flourish when supporting families and children as they grow and develop together.
I have worked in a role supporting our community for the past 15 years. 9 years ago I became a counsellor to fulfill my passion to help families get the most out of life. I work with adults, children, youth, parents, and families. I help people with anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, parenting skills, developing social-skills, emotion management, school issues and ADHD/self regulation. I am familiar with the school system and the processes within it, which allows me to advocate effectively for my clients.
As a mother to two young children, I flourish when supporting families and children as they grow and develop together.
I have worked in a role supporting our community for the past 15 years. 9 years ago I became a counsellor to fulfill my passion to help families get the most out of life. I work with adults, children, youth, parents, and families. I help people with anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, parenting skills, developing social-skills, emotion management, school issues and ADHD/self regulation. I am familiar with the school system and the processes within it, which allows me to advocate effectively for my clients.
(236) 300-0138 View (236) 300-0138
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Sarah K Davis
Counsellor, PhD, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious and not sure what to do next? Have you wanted to try counselling but don't know if it's for you or where to start? Well, then you're in the right place! I work with adult clients who are experiencing stress, feeling anxious, or dealing with life problems that seem overwhelming. We will work together collaboratively and at your pace to understand your biggest priority, what change you would like to see, and how to make progress toward that change. I also work with children and teenagers ages 10 - 18 and as an academic strategist with postsecondary students.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious and not sure what to do next? Have you wanted to try counselling but don't know if it's for you or where to start? Well, then you're in the right place! I work with adult clients who are experiencing stress, feeling anxious, or dealing with life problems that seem overwhelming. We will work together collaboratively and at your pace to understand your biggest priority, what change you would like to see, and how to make progress toward that change. I also work with children and teenagers ages 10 - 18 and as an academic strategist with postsecondary students.
(450) 328-7148 View (450) 328-7148
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Reilly Rice Hutchinson
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
I work with children, youth, and adults of all ages facing a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, gender and sexual identity, trauma, disordered eating, and obsessive-compulsive behaviors. I have a practice interest in working with gender-diverse and queer youth, as well as individuals who have experienced trauma.
I work with children, youth, and adults of all ages facing a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, gender and sexual identity, trauma, disordered eating, and obsessive-compulsive behaviors. I have a practice interest in working with gender-diverse and queer youth, as well as individuals who have experienced trauma.
(249) 480-1947 View (249) 480-1947
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Child psychologists in V8R provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.

Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.

The best child therapists in V8R build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.