Supporting Growth and Resilience
The Benefits of Child and Teen Counselling
Compassionate and Experienced Therapists
Our team consists of compassionate and experienced therapists and counsellors who specialize in working with children and teenagers. They have the expertise to create a safe and nurturing space for young minds to explore their emotions and develop essential coping skills.
Virtual Counselling for Accessibility
Our virtual counselling option allows children and teenagers to receive support from the comfort and familiarity of their own environment. Through secure and interactive video sessions, we provide accessible and convenient counselling that fits into your family's schedule.
In-Person Counselling for Personal Connection
We offer in-person counselling services at our offices in Mississauga, Toronto, and Milton, and offer the convenience of home-visits across the GTA. In-person sessions allow for a personal connection between your child or teenager and their therapist, fostering a deeper therapeutic relationship and facilitating effective communication.
Tailored Approach for Young Minds
We understand that children and teenagers have unique needs and developmental considerations. Our therapists utilize age-appropriate therapeutic techniques and interventions to engage and support young minds effectively.
Emotional Regulation and Expression
Child and teen counselling create a safe and non-judgmental space for children and teens to explore and express their emotions. Skilled therapists help them develop emotional regulation skills, enabling them to identify and manage their feelings effectively. By providing a supportive environment, counselling encourages healthy emotional expression, reducing the risk of bottling up emotions and promoting emotional well-being.
Coping Skills Development
Child and teen counselling equip young individuals with practical coping skills to navigate life's challenges. Therapists teach strategies such as relaxation techniques, mindfulness, and problem-solving skills. These coping mechanisms empower children and teens to manage stress, anxiety, and other emotional difficulties, fostering resilience and enhancing their ability to cope with life's ups and downs.
Improved Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence
Child and teen counselling focus on nurturing self-esteem and self-confidence. Therapists help children and teens develop a positive self-image, recognize their strengths, and challenge self-doubt. Through supportive discussions and activities, counselling fosters self-acceptance and empowers young individuals to embrace their uniqueness, boosting their overall self-worth and confidence.
Healthy Relationship Building
Child and teen counselling assist young individuals in developing healthy relationships with peers, family members, and authority figures. Therapists teach communication skills, empathy, and conflict resolution strategies. By improving social interactions, counselling enhances their ability to form meaningful connections, navigate peer dynamics, and foster positive relationships, promoting their social and emotional well-being.
Enhancing Self-Awareness
Anxiety counselling promotes self-awareness, helping individuals recognize and understand their physical and emotional responses to anxiety. Therapists guide individuals in identifying the signs of anxiety, such as increased heart rate or racing thoughts, and help them develop techniques to regulate these responses. By cultivating self-awareness, individuals can intervene early and implement coping strategies, enabling them to manage anxiety more effectively.
Academic and School Support
Child and teen counselling provide support for academic and school-related challenges. Therapists collaborate with students, parents, and teachers to address learning difficulties, improve study skills, and manage school-related stress. Counselling helps young individuals set goals, enhance organizational skills, and develop effective problem-solving strategies, enabling them to succeed academically and fostering a positive school experience.
Identity Exploration and Self-Discovery
Child and teen counselling offer a safe space for young individuals to explore their identity, values, and beliefs. Therapists support them in understanding and accepting themselves, navigating questions about their identity, and building a strong sense of self. Counselling encourages self-reflection, helping young individuals develop a clearer understanding of their strengths, passions, and aspirations.
Coping with Transitions and Life Changes
Child and teen counselling assist young individuals in managing transitions and life changes effectively. Whether it's transitioning to a new school, coping with family changes, or adjusting to developmental milestones, therapists provide support, guidance, and coping strategies. Counselling helps young individuals navigate these transitions, reducing anxiety and promoting adaptability.
Emotional Support and Validation
Child and teen counselling offer a supportive and validating environment for young individuals to express their thoughts and feelings. Therapists provide empathy, understanding, and validation, helping them feel heard and valued. This emotional support can alleviate feelings of loneliness, isolation, and stigma, fostering a sense of belonging and well-being.
Embark on your transformative journey alongside our team of compassionate therapists and counsellors
Shani Hussain
Clinical SupervisorBrooke Cunningham
Social WorkerRayya Brown
Social WorkerMarina Stamatakos
Registered PsychotherapistTin Man Cheung
Social WorkerYasmine El-Garhy
Registered PsychotherapistStephanie M.
Cuddle TherapistDabeer H.
Cuddle TherapistHinnah Khan
Client Experience AdviserKevin Kameoka
Office AdministratorFees
Fees are on a sliding scale and depend on staff qualifications and experience, as well as the billing method.
Out-of-Pocket:
$100-$160
Private Insurance:
$150-$200
In order to claim the cost of your session please check your policy and ensure that the type of therapist you wish to see (e.g., Psychotherapist, Behaviour Analyst, or Social Worker) is listed under your coverage.
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Mark M2024-07-29I initially booked an appointment at Hatch-Me to deal with some personal issues I was having. Through my first discussions with my therapist, a number of new things have come up that I decided I should also work on. Needless to say, my therapy sessions have been evolving and I now have a list of items I am addressing with a goal of improving my life. I am very grateful to have found Hatch-Me and my therapist Marina. Through the ups and downs I am happy to say that my life, my satisfaction with my life and how I conduct myself in difficult situations has been trending upwards towards a way I am more proud of. I have been skeptical about therapy, and know that successful therapy depends heavily on a good match between patient and therapist, but I'm SO glad to have jumped in at Hatch-Me. The team at Hatch-Me is compassionate, attentive, insightful and just an all around pleasure to deal with. To anyone reading this who is considering therapy, just do it. It's difficult to explain how it has benefited me, but I look forward to every appointment I have coming up. Shani is an absolute pleasure to deal with as well.K2024-07-23My life was completely different before I met Marina Stamatakos. I remember when I first came to Marina, being anxious about absolutely everything as I am a pretty anxious person, and she was the one who helped me. Throughout our sessions she became not only a therapist for me, but a coach and a friend. I have not met a person with whom I would be able to speak so easily and fairly. Marina helped my mental health a lot; she helped to change my vision of different things and showed me plenty of strategies to help myself in stressful situations. I will be forevermore thankful to Marina, to wonderful Shani, one of the kindest people I have ever met, and to the whole community of Hatch-Me. You are saving people and you are saving our mental health!Jessica Ayyoub2024-07-15Rayya at Hatch me, has been a huge part of my success with my relationship and has given both of us a renewed sense of hope for our future with her enthusiasm and perspectives. We have been gifted with her insights from her education and wonderful inspiration.Areeba Khanshan2024-07-14I was misdiagnosed and had wasted years of my life going to therapists that did nothing to help me. Just cliche empathy statements and nothing useful. Shani truly breaks the mold as a therapist. He helps even when I’m in a crisis and text him last minute. He sacrifices his time to make sure I’m safe. If you have depression, anxiety, or literally any hardship and need solid guidance, choose Shani! My friend had another therapist from this company and loved her too. I recommend everyone to hatch meJackie Vainberg2024-04-25Shani is amazing at what he does, he’s incredibly knowledgeable, caring, and an amazing support to have on your healing journey. Also especially great with neurodivergence which I appreciate a lot.Shivani Gore2024-04-16Supportive kind and heard me out - strategies were great to boost my daily routine and productivity and helped me understand myself….. Thanks for the kindness and support….Michael A.2024-02-23Shani is incredible, he was by my side in an uphill battle and helped me prevail. Thank you Good Sir.Arshveer Singh2023-10-05This may not be the place where I started my self-healing era, but it is the place where I made the most progress. I was referred to this place, and specifically to Shani, and I was told that in his therapy he was kind, understanding, knowledgeable, and practical. Shani is all that and more. He is also generous, straightforward, empathetic, compassionate, and most of all curious. Shani's one and only goal is to make sure that his patients are able to stand on their own two feet again, and face life, and all it's challenges head-on with confidence and belief in themselves; I have not known him to judge, presume, or invalidate. In our sessions, Shani made sure to first fully understand my challenges; what I faced, and how it affected me; and only after he had that understanding did we discuss a tailored treatment and next steps. That is only part of what I am willing to share, but know that if you truly want to heal and make concrete changes to your life, Shani is the therapist you want, period.Shelly Sj2023-09-01I am extremely thankful for having Shani during our challenging time,he is immensely supportive and helpful, a friend a brother to my loved one who had hard time trusting others. He is always a compassionate and positive influence for my loved one who now always looks forward to meeting Shani .He provides a comfortable and empathetic guidance. He is a friend and big support to us all . Thank you so much Shani .Gillian F.2023-07-12I am grateful to have had Shani be a resource and support during a difficult transition in my life. I had enough self-awareness to google 'therapy' and Hatch-Me came up. It was the reviews that led me to finally submit a request to connect with someone, and I met Shani. I understand why he encourages his patients, once we are in a better headspace, to share our experiences here in order to potentially attract other souls searching for support. There is no pressure, but an understanding of how reviews drive awareness - I am here for it. If you are looking for some guidance, support, or a path to a better headspace, I encourage you to check HM out and meet with anyone on the team. Shani - you are an angel. You provided appropriate therapeutic support and relevant guidance to me during a dark time in my life. Your dedication is unparalleled. You are so accommodating, work around my timings, when I'm late, hungry or when I am in a situation where I need a call or text - you do your best to be there, and you are. It tells me that you actually care about me, my wellbeing, and you want to see me thrive. I hope I am fortunate enough to know you forever. I can assure you I will continue to visit HM whenever I need to kick my negative thoughts in the 'behind'and focus on budling the life I know I deserve because, I Love myself enough to try a little more each day. Thank you for that. From my experience, Shani is patient, but he will also confront your thought patterns when needed. He will support you with reassurance and also challenge you to move outside of a comfort zone. He will be clear and forthright about what one needs to do (unique to them) for overall health and wellbeing. If you care and love yourself enough to want to make some positive changes in your headspace, I encourage you to make an appointment. I can assure you, you won't regret it. Thank you again Hatch-Me and Thank you always Shani. Love, an exposed Gill.