Child and Adolescent Therapy in Los Alamitos, CA
They don’t have to figure it out alone either
Ripple Effects Therapy
If you’ve been thinking about therapy for your child or teen, something has probably been going on that’s hard to watch and hard to fix on your own. Maybe they’ve been anxious, withdrawn, or acting out. Maybe something happened that’s been hard for them to shake. Or maybe you just notice that something’s off and you’re not sure what to do about it. Whatever brought you here, therapy is a good place to start working through it.
At Ripple Effects Therapy, we offer individual therapy for children and teens. Your child’s therapist will take time to get to know them before anything else — no pressure, no rush. From there, they’ll work together on what matters most, at a pace that feels right for your child.
We see kids and teens in person at our Los Alamitos office and also offer telehealth sessions if that works better for your family’s schedule.
What is Child and Adolescent Therapy?
Child and adolescent therapy is one-on-one support with a licensed therapist who specializes in working with young people. Sessions are tailored to your child’s age and developmental stage — for younger kids, that might include play-based activities; for teens, it looks more like a real conversation in a space where they know they won’t be judged.
We also keep parents appropriately involved. Your child’s therapist will find the right balance between giving your child a confidential space and keeping you in the loop on their progress.
Our Approach to Child and Adolescent Therapy
Our therapists use approaches specifically suited to younger clients:
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) — for children and teens who’ve experienced trauma
Attachment-Based Therapy — to understand and strengthen the parent-child relationship
Mindfulness-Based approaches — to help kids and teens manage stress, anxiety, and emotional reactivity
Narrative Therapy — helping young people reframe how they see themselves and their experiences
Family Systems — involving parents and family members when it’s helpful to the process
Is Child and Adolescent Therapy Right For Your Child?
It might be worth reaching out if your child:
Has been dealing with anxiety, worry, or fear that’s affecting daily life
Seems depressed, withdrawn, or has lost interest in things they used to enjoy
Is having behavioral challenges at home or school
Has experienced a loss, trauma, or a big family change
Is struggling socially — with friendships, bullying, or fitting in
Has been self-harming or expressing thoughts of suicide
Is navigating identity questions around gender, sexuality, or who they are
You don’t have to wait until things are serious to reach out. If something feels off, it’s okay to get support early.
Why Choose Ripple Effects Therapy?
Therapists with experience working with children and adolescents across a wide range of concerns
In-person sessions in Los Alamitos and telehealth available throughout California
We work collaboratively with parents — keeping you informed wile respecting your child’s privacy
We welcome LGBTQIA+ youth and provide affirming, culturally sensitive care
We accept insurance and offer sliding-scale fees
We offer a free 15-minute phone consultation before you commit to anything
What to Expect
A no-fee 15-minute consultation — A phone call with a parent or guardian to talk through what’s going on and answer your questions
First session — Your child’s therapist will take time to get to know them and what’s been happening. No pressure, no rush.
Ongoing sessions — Weekly sessions with regular check-ins with parents as appropriate for your child’s age and situation.
Session length: 50 minutes
Rate: $160-$200 per session
Insurance accepted | Sliding scale available (see Fees and Insurance for more details)
Ready to get started? Reach out and we’ll schedule a no-fee 15-minute consultation with the therapist of your choice to see if we’re a good fit.
Location
4281 Katella Ave Unit 207
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Phone
(714) 202-7555
Email
connect@rippleeffectstherapy.org
Can’t do in-person sessions? No problem. Telehealth is also available.
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Your healing matters. We’re here to walk alongside you, one step at a time.