Your Child Deserves to Be Heard

When your child is struggling—whether with anxiety, behavioral challenges, school stress, friendship difficulties, or emotional regulation—it can feel overwhelming to know how to help. You want them to feel safe, understood, and supported as they navigate the complexities of growing up.

Water Lily Health and Wellness provides specialized counseling for children and adolescents throughout Arizona. Our therapists create a safe, nonjudgmental space where young people can express themselves, process their experiences, and develop the tools they need to thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

Services We Offer

Individual Therapy for Children & Teens One-on-one counseling tailored to your child’s developmental stage, personality, and unique needs.

Play Therapy For younger children, play becomes the language of healing—allowing them to express emotions and experiences they may not yet have words for.

Behavior Coaching Practical support for children and adolescents learning emotional regulation, self-awareness, impulse control, and positive behavioral patterns.

Trauma-Focused Therapy EMDR and trauma-informed approaches to help young people process difficult experiences in a safe, structured way.

Family Sessions When appropriate, we include parents and family members to strengthen communication, rebuild connection, and create supportive home environments.

What We Address

We work with children and teens navigating:

✓ Anxiety and excessive worry
✓ Depression and emotional overwhelm
✓ Behavioral difficulties and defiance
✓ Trauma and adverse experiences
✓ School-related stress and academic pressure
✓ Peer relationship challenges and bullying
✓ Self-esteem and confidence issues
✓ Life transitions (divorce, moving, family changes)
✓ Emotional regulation and anger management
✓ Social skills development

Our Approach

Developmentally Appropriate We meet children and teens exactly where they are—using age-appropriate language, activities, and therapeutic techniques that resonate with their developmental stage.

Evidence-Based & Personalized Our therapists draw from proven approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Play Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and EMDR—tailoring treatment to each young person’s unique needs.

Safe & Empowering Therapy works best when young people feel genuinely safe and comfortable. We create an environment where kids and teens can be themselves, express difficult emotions, and discover their own strengths without judgment.

Collaborative with Families Parents and caregivers are essential partners in the healing process. We keep you informed, provide guidance, and work together to support your child’s growth both in and outside of sessions.

What to Expect

Initial Consultation We begin with a conversation—often with parents first—to understand your concerns, your child’s history, and what you’re hoping to achieve through counseling.

Building Trust The first few sessions focus on helping your child feel comfortable and building a trusting therapeutic relationship. This foundation is essential for meaningful progress.

Ongoing Support As therapy progresses, we work with your child to develop coping strategies, process emotions, shift unhelpful patterns, and build confidence in their ability to handle challenges.

Parent Communication We maintain appropriate communication with parents throughout the process, balancing your child’s privacy with your need to understand their progress and how to support them at home.

Why Choose Water Lily Health and Wellness?

Specialized Training Our therapists have dedicated training in child and adolescent development, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based interventions specifically designed for younger populations.

Compassionate Expertise We understand that children and teens communicate differently than adults. We speak their language—whether through play, art, conversation, or movement—to help them feel truly heard.

Affordable & Accessible Quality mental health care for children shouldn’t be out of reach. We offer affordable services and flexible options including in-person and online counseling throughout Arizona.

A Safe Space to Grow Young people deserve a place where they can explore their feelings, make mistakes, ask questions, and discover who they’re becoming—without shame or pressure. That’s what we provide.

Meet Our Child & Teen Specialist

Kyle Avery, LCSW

With over eight years of clinical experience and specialized training in Play Therapy, CBT/DBT, and EMDR, Kyle has dedicated his career to supporting the mental and emotional well-being of children, adolescents, and young adults. He creates a comfortable, nonjudgmental therapeutic environment where young people feel empowered to explore their challenges and develop the tools they need to navigate life with confidence and resilience.