Sarasota Therapy Services

Child, Teen, & Family

At Planting Seeds Therapy, we provide therapy services for children, teens, and families in Sarasota, FL, supporting a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs. Each stage of growth brings unique challenges, and our goal is to create a compassionate, supportive space where children and families can build skills, strengthen relationships, and experience meaningful, lasting change.

  • Children face unique challenges as they grow, including difficulties with attention, behavior, and emotional regulation. Our child therapy sessions use playful, developmentally appropriate approaches to help children express themselves in a safe and engaging way. Through play therapy and creative techniques, children are able to communicate their thoughts and feelings, explore their inner world, and begin building healthier ways of coping.

  • For children struggling with ADHD, impulsivity, or behavioral concerns such as defiance, therapy focuses on building structure, improving focus, and strengthening self-control. We use evidence-based strategies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to help children recognize unhelpful thought patterns, develop coping skills, and improve emotional regulation. Our approach supports both the child and the family in creating consistent, effective behavior changes.

  • Adolescence brings increased pressure related to identity, friendships, and academic expectations. Our teen therapy services provide a supportive space for teens to process these challenges, build confidence, and develop stronger emotional awareness. We incorporate CBT to address anxiety and self-esteem concerns, along with DBT-informed strategies to help manage intense emotions and improve relationships. Creative and expressive techniques are also used to help teens process complex feelings in ways that feel natural and engaging.

  • Families play a crucial role in a child’s well-being. Family therapy focuses on improving communication, resolving conflict, and creating a space where each family member feels heard and supported. We also offer behavioral parent training, helping parents learn practical, evidence-based strategies to manage challenging behaviors, set consistent boundaries, and respond in ways that promote positive change. By understanding the underlying needs behind behavior and building confidence in their responses, parents can create a more structured, supportive home environment while strengthening their relationship with their child.