Child therapy intensive for anxiety and emotional regulation

Is your child overwhelmed by anxiety or struggling to regain their confidence?

Therapy Intensives for Kids Struggling
with Anxiety & Big Emotions

In-Person in Fairfield, NJ, and virtually throughout NJ, FL, & VT

 Does this sound like your child?

✔ They constantly worry, get overwhelmed easily, or express excessive fear.
✔ Their behavior has changed—more mood swings, withdrawal, or aggression.
✔ They struggle with friendships and often doubt themselves.
✔ Life changes feel impossible to handle (new school, divorce, family move).
✔ School is stressful—whether it's declining grades, focus issues, or conflicts.
✔ No matter how hard you try, nothing seems to help.

You want your child to navigate emotions with confidence.

But right now, anxiety, outbursts, and big feelings make everyday life a challenge.

You wish they had the right tools to feel calm, in control, and understood.

A breakthrough is closer than you think.

Therapist helping a child manage big emotions in therapy

When you work with me:

✔️Your child will gain the confidence to manage anxiety and big emotions.

✔️They’ll develop real-life emotional regulation tools they can use every day.

✔️They’ll feel more in control, even in stressful or unpredictable situations.

✔️You’ll receive expert guidance to reinforce these skills at home with ease.

Here’s how we can work together:

We offer flexible ways to access our Child Therapy Intensives, ensuring your child gets the support they need in the environment that works best for them.

 

Option #1

In-Person at Our Fairfield, NJ Office

Meet in a comfortable and private office setting designed to support your child’s emotional growth.

 
 
 

Option #2

In-Person at Your Home

For added convenience, we can bring the intensive therapy session to your home, allowing your child to feel at ease in a familiar space!

Available in Morris, Essex, Bergen, Sussex, Union, and Hudson counties

 

Option#3

Virtual Sessions

For families outside these areas or those who prefer remote support, our intensives are also available online for a flexible and effective experience.

 
 

Backed by Mental Health Professionals

  • Parent coaching session for supporting children with anxiety

    Kristen is extremely knowledgeable in working with children, adolescents, and families. She is a fantastic clinician and would recommend her to anyone I know!

    Sarah Strumeier, LCSW

  • In-home child therapy session for emotional regulation in Fairfield, NJ

    Kristen is a truly relatable therapist who is easy to talk to & highly trained. She specializes in helping kids, teens and adults overcome their anxiety, gain self-esteem & a positive outlook, & feel more engaged in relationships. I highly recommend her!

    Aimee Restifo, LCSW

  • Virtual therapy for kids struggling with anxiety and behavior in Vermont

    Kristen offers effective & tailored therapy for children experiencing big emotions. Her solution-focused approach helps kids build emotional regulation, resilience, & confidence for long-term success. I highly recommend her!

    Ayesha Kadri, LPC

  • Child learning coping skills in therapy session, Essex County, NJ

    Kristen's intensive therapy is a game-changer for parents seeking efficient solutions for their child's anxiety or behavioral challenges. Her focused sessions empower kids with tools to manage emotions & make meaningful progress quickly. I recommend!

    Samantha Wong, LPC-A

  • Therapy intensive for kids with anxiety and behavioral concerns

    Krsten's focused and intensive therapy provides children with tailored support for managing anxiety and behavioral challenges. Her approach fosters emotional regulation and resilience, helping kids thrive in a shorter amount of time. I highly recommed her!


    Parthi B Patel, LPC

  • Child therapist using play-based techniques for emotional regulation in Wayne, NJ

    Kristen is a great choice if you need someone to work with your child or adolescent. They will think she is great with her openness, sense of humor and her ability to connect. She will help get your child feeling better so you can too.

    Dr. Margot Holloman

 FAQ

  • Therapy intensives are ideal for children (ages 6-12) struggling with:

    ✔️ Anxiety & Worry – Constant fears, excessive stress, or trouble calming down.
    ✔️ Big Emotions & Emotional Regulation – Frequent outbursts, meltdowns, or mood swings.
    ✔️ Behavioral Challenges – Difficulty following rules, impulse control issues, or defiance.
    ✔️ Low Confidence & Self-Esteem – Negative self-talk, social struggles, or avoidance of new situations.
    ✔️ Difficulty Coping with Life Changes – Adjusting to a new school, divorce, or other transitions.
    ✔️ Parents Seeking Expert Guidance – Learn actionable strategies to support your child at home.

  • While traditional weekly therapy is beneficial, a Therapy Intensive provides a faster, more focused approach to help your child make meaningful progress in a shorter time frame.

    ✔️ Deep, Focused Work in One Session – A 2-hour intensive allows us to dive deeper into your child’s challenges and work through them in a way that’s not possible in shorter weekly sessions.

    ✔️ Faster Progress – Instead of waiting months to see change, intensives accelerate emotional growth by equipping your child with skills they can use right away.

    ✔️ Less Disruption to Busy Schedules – Weekly therapy can be hard to fit into your family's routine. An intensive gives your child the support they need without the ongoing time commitment of weekly sessions.

    ✔️ A Tailored Approach – The session is customized to your child’s specific needs, incorporating EMDR, DBT skills, and parent coaching in a way that maximizes impact.

    ✔️ Support for Parents – Unlike many traditional therapy models, intensives include parent coaching, so you leave with clear strategies to help your child at home.

  • Absolutely! Therapy Intensives work great as a] to ongoing therapy. They provide focused, accelerated support while still aligning with your child’s current treatment plan.

    To ensure the best care, I ask that you sign a Release of Information so I can collaborate with your child’s primary therapist! This allows us to work together seamlessly and support your child’s progress in the most effective way!

  • As Therapy Intensives are a premium service, they are not covered by insurance.

Learn coping skills to help your child manage their big feelings