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Child Therapy & Play Therapy in Charlotte, NC
When Your Child Is Struggling, You Don't Have to Figure It Out Alone.
As a parent, you know when something doesn't feel quite right. When something changes - whether it's increasing anxiety, emotional outbursts, trouble at school, difficulty sleeping, or the effects of a painful experience - it can be hard to know what to do next.
Maybe you've talked with teachers, adjusted routines at home, read parenting articles, tried different approaches to help, or simply hoped things would get better with time.
At SOL Play Therapy & Counseling, I provide compassionate therapy for children and teens while supporting parents every step of the way. Together, we'll work to understand what's at the root of what your child is experiencing and determine the approach that best supports their unique needs.
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They May Not Have the Words to
Tell You What's Wrong
Children don't always express difficult emotions the way adults do.
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Sometimes it looks like:
Frequent tantrums or emotional outbursts.
Anxiety or excessive worrying.
Trouble sleeping or new fears.
Withdrawal from family or friends.
Difficulty adjusting to life changes.
Behavioral concerns at home or school.
Sadness or irritability.
Challenges after a traumatic experience.
You don't need to know exactly what's causing these changes before reaching out. Many of the families I work with arrive feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or unsure what to try next.
Together, we'll look beyond the behaviors to better understand what your child may be trying
to communicate and determine the approach that best supports their unique needs.
Compassionate Care for Children and Families.
My name is Kenia Jung. I’m a bilingual licensed therapist specializing in child and adolescent therapy, play therapy, trauma-informed care, and parent-child relationship support.
My experience includes working in schools, serving children with complex trauma, and partnering with families facing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges.
I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), trained in play therapy, and now working toward becoming a Registered Play Therapist.
I partner closely with parents while creating a safe, supportive environment where children can express themselves at their own pace.
Therapy Designed Around Your Child.
The best therapy begins by understanding your child first. Everything else follows from there. That's why therapy isn't one-size-fits-all.
Depending on your child's age, personality, experiences, and goals, treatment may include child-centered play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused approaches, parent coaching, or a combination of techniques that evolve as your child grows.
My goal isn't to fit your child into a specific therapy model.
It's to find the approach that helps them feel safe, understood, and supported.
Play is a Child's Natural Language.
Many young children don't yet have the words to explain complicated feelings or experiences. Play therapy gives them a way to communicate that feels natural to them.
Using carefully selected toys, creative activities, and evidence-based therapeutic techniques, children can safely express emotions, process experiences, develop healthy coping skills, and build confidence - all within a supportive therapeutic relationship.
Because children grow and change, therapy should grow with them. As your child's needs change, therapy changes too. Some children benefit most from child-centered play therapy, while others are ready for more structured approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy.
Treatment is always tailored to your child's developmental stage, goals, and progress.
Supporting Parents Along the Way.
Helping a child means supporting the people who care for them most.
Throughout therapy, you'll have regular opportunities to discuss your child's progress, ask questions, and learn practical strategies you can use at home.
My goal is not only to support your child during sessions, but also to help you feel more confident supporting them between visits.
Because lasting progress happens when children and parents work together.
Let's Talk About What You're Seeing
You don't have to know exactly what's wrong before reaching out.
If you've reached the point where you're thinking, "We've tried everything we know to do," you're not alone. Sometimes the next step isn't trying harder, it's having someone help you understand what your child may be experiencing and what support could make the biggest difference.
Schedule a free consultation, ask your questions, and together we'll determine the next best step for your child and your family.