Child & Adolescent Therapy

At Delano Counseling & Wellness, our child and adolescent therapy services are designed to meet the unique needs of young people in Delano, Wright County, and nearby communities. Whether your child is struggling with school, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, or changes at home, our therapists offer a warm, nonjudgmental environment to help them thrive. We recognize that growing up can be difficult—especially when life feels overwhelming. Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches, including play therapy, cognitive-behavioral strategies, and family involvement, to help children and teens build resilience, process emotions, and develop practical coping skills. From early childhood through adolescence, we walk alongside families and youth, fostering hope, trust, and healing at every stage.

Delano Counseling & Wellness stands apart for our commitment to clinical excellence, compassion, and integrity. Our therapists have years of specialized training in child and adolescent mental health, ensuring every intervention is research-based and tailored to your child’s needs. We use proven modalities—like play therapy for children, solution-focused therapy for teens, and family systems approaches to strengthen home life. Our team collaborates closely with parents and caregivers, offering guidance for managing challenging behaviors, supporting neurodiverse needs (such as ADHD and Autism), and building emotional regulation skills. Conveniently located in downtown Delano, our practice is accessible and deeply connected to the community. Families trust us for our unwavering respect, hope-driven care, and our reputation for helping kids and teens who haven’t found success elsewhere.

Our child and adolescent therapy services are rooted in evidence-based techniques to address the unique challenges today’s youth face. For younger children, our therapists use play therapy and creative expression to help them communicate feelings they can’t yet verbalize. For older children and teens, we offer cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused interventions, and trauma-informed care, including EMDR for those impacted by anxiety or difficult life events. We also provide pediatric occupational therapy, taking a 'detective' approach to uncover where a child’s skills may not yet match life’s demands—especially for those with sensory processing differences or neurodevelopmental diagnoses like ADHD and Autism. Our goal is to equip every child and teen with the tools and support they need to lead their best, most authentic lives.

We know that child and adolescent therapy impacts more than just the individual—it transforms the entire family system. Our therapists believe in collaboration, working with parents, caregivers, and sometimes teachers to create a circle of support around your child. Whether you’re seeking help for persistent emotional struggles, school challenges, behavioral outbursts, or major transitions like divorce or loss, we’re here to guide your family with compassion and expertise. We honor each family’s values, including faith-based perspectives when requested, and offer both in-person and secure telehealth sessions to fit your schedule. At Delano Counseling & Wellness, we are committed to helping every child—and their family—navigate difficult roads and discover hope and healing together.

What issues can child and adolescent therapy help with?
We support children and teens with anxiety, depression, behavior challenges, trauma, school difficulties, neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism), grief, and family transitions.
How is therapy different for children versus adults?
Therapy for children often includes play, creative activities, and parent collaboration, while teens may use talk therapy. All sessions are tailored to developmental needs.
Do parents participate in their child’s therapy sessions?
Parent involvement is encouraged, especially with younger children. We partner with families to reinforce skills and provide guidance for home support.
What therapy methods do you use for kids and teens?
We use evidence-based approaches like play therapy, CBT, solution-focused therapy, EMDR (for trauma), and pediatric occupational therapy for neurodiverse needs.
Do you offer telehealth for child and adolescent therapy?
Yes. We provide secure, confidential telehealth sessions for children and teens, making therapy accessible for busy families throughout Delano and Wright County.
How do I get started with therapy for my child?
Request an appointment online or call our office. We’ll guide you through the intake process and match your child with the right therapist for their needs.