Child Therapy
in Manasquan, NJ
Help your child feel understood
When your child is anxious, angry, withdrawn, or overwhelmed, it can be hard to know what they need. At Composed Mind Therapy, we help children and teens feel understood—and help parents find a way forward.
When might child therapy help?
You do not need a diagnosis to ask for help. There are some changes parents often notice at home, at school, or with friends.
Anxiety & Worry
Fears, reassurance seeking, or avoiding activities.
School & Friendships
School stress, peer conflict, or
social anxiety
Anger & Big Reactions
Outbursts, irritability, or hard-to-
manage emotions.
Family Changes
Difficulty adjusting to separation,
loss, or a move.
Withdrawal & Sadness
Pulling away or losing interest in
favorite activities.
Expressing Feelings
Shutting down or saying
“I don’t know.”
You do not need to have it all figured out. Tell us what you are noticing.
GETTING STARTED
What does child therapy look like?
You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out. We’ll start with what you’ve noticed and work together to understand what your child needs.
Tell us what’s going on
Share your concerns, the changes you’ve noticed, and what you hope will improve. We’ll help you explore the next step.
Help your child feel comfortable
Therapy begins with getting to know your child and building trust. Sessions are shaped around their age, needs, and way of communicating.
Stay involved as a parent
Parents are part of the process. Your therapist will discuss how to support your child while respecting the privacy they need to open up.