Hermosa Beach

Child Therapy

Supporting children through play, connection, and emotional growth.

At The Wellness Collective, we offer child therapy in Hermosa Beach for preschoolers through school-aged children who are struggling with emotional, social, or behavioral challenges. Our therapists create a nurturing, developmentally appropriate space where children feel safe to explore their feelings, express themselves, and grow.

We work with children facing:

  • Big Feelings, Little Bodies

    Your child is having a hard time managing big emotions—maybe it's frequent meltdowns, quick frustration, or moments of intense sadness or fear. They might not have the words to explain what they’re feeling, but you can see it in their behavior. Therapy can help your child express what’s going on inside and learn tools to feel more calm, safe, and understood.

  • Worries That Won’t Go Away

    Separation anxiety, bedtime fears, school refusal, or endless “what if” questions—some kids carry invisible worries with them everywhere they go. These worries can show up in their bodies too, through tummy aches, headaches, or other physical symptoms. Therapy can help kids name their anxiety, understand where it comes from, and develop tools to feel more secure and confident.

  • Grief, Loss, and Life Changes

    Children grieve differently than adults. Whether it’s the death of a loved one, a pet, a move, or a major life transition like divorce, loss can be confusing and overwhelming. Therapy offers a safe place for children to process their grief through creative expression, storytelling, and connection.

  • Big Reactions, Tough Behaviors

    You may be noticing aggression, defiance, trouble listening, or impulsivity that’s disrupting home or school life. Maybe your child is having trouble calming down, following routines, or getting along with others. Therapy can support emotional regulation, impulse control, and positive behavior changes by addressing what’s driving the behavior underneath.

  • Navigating Neurodiversity

    Your child may have a diagnosis—or you may just have questions. Whether they’re living with ADHD, autism spectrum differences, or a learning disorder, therapy can help your child strengthen self-esteem, build communication skills, and develop strategies that work for their unique brain. We support both children and parents in better understanding and navigating neurodiversity with compassion and clarity.

  • Struggling to Connect

    Some children have difficulty making or keeping friends, reading social cues, or navigating group settings. Whether your child tends to withdraw or act out, therapy can help them develop age-appropriate social skills, emotional awareness, and confidence in peer relationships.

  • Tender Hearts, Sensitive Souls

    Your child may be extra sensitive to change, easily overwhelmed, or deeply affected by things others might brush off. Sensitive kids often need extra support in learning how to manage their empathy, build resilience, and feel empowered by their sensitivity—not burdened by it.

 Helping children grow through play, connection, and understanding.

How We Help

At The Wellness Collective, we specialize in therapy for children using developmentally appropriate, creative, and engaging approaches. We use:

  • Play therapy to help children express themselves through symbolic play

  • Expressive arts and storytelling to support emotional processing

  • Therapeutic games that build emotional intelligence, coping skills, and problem-solving

  • Parent support and collaboration to ensure your child’s progress is integrated into home and school life

We believe in the power of relationship-based therapy to support healing and growth. Our team works with children in a way that is respectful, warm, and fun, meeting them at their level while helping them build lifelong emotional tools.

Let’s Support Your Child—Together

If your child is struggling and you’re unsure what to do next, you’re not alone. With the right support, kids can thrive emotionally, socially, and developmentally.

Located in Hermosa BeachThe Wellness Collective offers child therapy that’s rooted in connection, creativity, and care. Let’s work together to help your child feel safe, seen, and supported.

Reach out today to learn more about therapy for children.