EMDR Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychologist in Barcelona

In Barcelona, childhood and adolescence can be intense periods. Between family, school, emotional changes, and self-construction, some children or adolescents go through moments that exceed their usual resources.

The Centre Pensées offers psychological support tailored to young people, in a caring, structured environment that respects their pace. Our approach aims to help children and adolescents better understand what they are going through, alleviate their difficulties, and regain lasting balance.

Why consult a child or adolescent psychologist?

Seeking help does not mean that there is a serious problem. It is often a simple and early way to prevent suffering from taking hold. Follow-up can help when the child or adolescent:

• withdraws into himself, seems sad or irritable

• experiences severe anxiety (fears, panic attacks, constant worries)

• experiencing academic or concentration difficulties

• is going through a period of harassment, conflict, or exclusion

• suffers from sleep disorders, bedwetting, or somatization

• has explosive or difficult-to-manage behavior on a daily basis

• experiencing a separation, bereavement, move, or expatriation

• experiences adolescent malaise (loss of confidence, isolation, misunderstanding)

In Barcelona, many expatriate or bilingual families also find that their children can experience cultural, academic, or identity issues. In these situations, receiving support can help restore meaning and reassure the child.

Most common difficulties among young people

• Anxiety and fears
  Phobias, separation anxiety, school stress, anxiety attacks in adolescents.
• Overwhelming emotions and crises
  Frequent anger, agitation, impulsivity, difficulty calming down or controlling oneself.
• Self-esteem and confidence
  Feeling inadequate, excessive comparison, shame, fear of other people's opinions.
• Family and social relationships
  Parent-child conflicts, sibling rivalry, social isolation, difficulties with friends.
• Adolescence and identity building
  Questions about oneself, one's body, limits, independence, opposition, loss of motivation.

How do the sessions work?

The sessions are tailored to the age and personality of the young person.

For children, the work is done using appropriate tools such as games, drawing, and guided discussions. The goal is to allow children to express what they are experiencing in their own way, in a reassuring environment.

For adolescents, sessions are based on talking, building trust, and providing concrete tools to help them understand their difficulties, manage their emotions, and strengthen their resources.

Parents play an important role. Depending on the situation, initial steps may be taken with the parents, then support continues with the child or adolescent. Regular meetings with parents are possible to support progress, always respecting the young person's confidentiality.

Our approach at the Pensées Barcelona Center

The support offered is caring and structured, focused on the needs of the child or teenager and geared toward concrete solutions. The work is done gradually, without rushing, respecting the child's or teenager's pace.

The goal is not only to alleviate a symptom, but to make young people stronger internally: confidence, emotional stability, the ability to understand themselves, to put what they are experiencing into words, and to assert themselves.

When to make an appointment

If you are asking yourself this question, it often means that support could be useful. The right time is when the difficulty arises:

• has been going on for several weeks

• continues despite your attempts

• disrupts school, family, sleep, or relationships

• causes your child pain or worries you on a daily basis

An initial meeting allows us to take stock of the situation in a simple, non-binding way and to work together to determine what might help.

French-speaking psychologist for children and teenagers in Barcelona

The Centre Pensées welcomes French-speaking families living in Barcelona or visiting the city. Being able to speak in their mother tongue can be a real relief for children and teenagers, especially when they are going through a vulnerable period.

Consultations are offered at the office in Barcelona. Depending on the situation, follow-up via video chat may also be considered.