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At first, the idea of participating in a group can feel overwhelming and intimidating. But the benefits of the group are immense and we have found that clients often tell us it is one of the most impactful experiences that they have. Groups can focus on many different issues and have different goals but the foundation is the same; Groups provide a space to learn that you are not alone and to share and hear from others who are struggling with similar issues. https://www.westhoustonpsych.com/adhd-evaluations daily 0.75 2023-01-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/609d3f02f0a3157a10b19ce7/1647955901443-0IJNZYYOQW7OKUEBC2BX/unsplash-image-sxQz2VfoFBE.jpg ADHD Evaluations - Our evaluations are for children ages 8-18. CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING TESTING CLIENTS Since many symptoms of ADHD are common childhood behaviors, it can be difficult to determine what is considered ADHD and what is not. 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No matter what you are facing, we are here for you. Read below about some of our specialties or contact us to talk with us about how we might be able to specifically help you or your loved one. https://www.westhoustonpsych.com/dr-amy-acosta daily 0.75 2025-12-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/609d3f02f0a3157a10b19ce7/d06c3fdb-fe9a-455d-b429-5831d7419a26/2K2A1448.jpg Dr. Amy Acosta, PhD - Dr. Amy Acosta, PhD Co-Owner/Psychologist https://www.westhoustonpsych.com/join-our-team daily 0.75 2022-03-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/609d3f02f0a3157a10b19ce7/1629139141070-PEUSJ4FN4UQU2EL104DX/071421%2BWHCP%2BOffice-2166.jpg Join Our Team - Join our team We are always looking for great therapists to join our team! We offer many perks including a beautiful office space, flexible hours, an electronic record-keeping system for notes, payment and scheduling, all office supplies, marketing support and a supportive group of colleagues! Clinicians interested in opportunities with WHCP may email info@westhoustonpsych.com https://www.westhoustonpsych.com/child-teen-therapy daily 0.75 2025-10-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/609d3f02f0a3157a10b19ce7/1631128704900-LTN97ZMBZS589MXYZMPJ/tween-teen-therapy+%281%29.png Child/Teen Therapy - Therapy for Children and Teens Play Therapy For Children Play is a time where children often feel the most comfortable and the most free and is how they learn social skills and how to communicate. At this age, children may not understand therapy or why they are meeting with a therapist. Through play with specific toys and games, children become more comfortable and the therapist can use these interactions to explore emotions, behaviors and coping strategies. Children at ease will often engage more in the therapy process and trust will gradually be built between the therapist and child. The process of play alone allows children to work through many fears, anxieties, sadness or grief. Additionally, play can allow the child to build trust and can help them to become more verbal which allows the therapist to understand the child’s concerns on a deeper level. Play therapy may sound like playtime, but an experienced therapist will specifically use different play items to address the presenting issue or problem. Play therapy can be a very effective therapeutic tool with not only children but teens as well. Therapy for Tweens & Teens When working with tweens and teens, our therapists schedule an initial assessment with caregivers and the adolescent client. Following the initial assessment, individual therapy or family therapy may be recommended. Maintaining confidentiality with adolescents is important to provide a safe space to explore for teens to explore their feelings, communicate their unique concerns, gain insight into their beliefs and personal identity, become aware of their thoughts, and become adept at utilizing coping strategies that are effective to help them navigate challenges. At times, family members may join ongoing counseling sessions, so that the adolescent client can share their needs, and together we can create a plan to best support the adolescent. Our therapists have decades of experience working with teens and understand the unique challenges that they face. 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