Counseling for Children Who Are Bullied

If you want counseling for you child who has been bullied and live in or near Phoenix, Mesa or Scottsdale, Arizona, call 602.750.8051.

Signs of Bullying

• Child becomes withdrawn, irritable and depressed
• Loss of interest in normal activities
• Nightmares
• Headaches, stomachaches or other physical symptoms
• Loss of appetite
• Anxiety
• Physical Bullying—
  • Torn clothing
  • Unexplained bruises or cuts
  • Lost possessions
  • Takes long route to or from school
  • Afraid to go to school
  • Comes home from school very hungry
• Cyber Bullying—
  • Upset after getting off phone or computer
  • Reluctant to use phone or computer
  • Receives disturbing images on phone or computer
  • Subject of embarrassing rumors via email, Facebook or YouTube
  • Friendships change suddenly

A Counselor Can Help

• Develop Resilience. With increased resilience your child can better stand up to bullying.
• Develop Skills. Your child can learn skills to deal with bullying.
• Process Feelings. Your child may have feelings of isolation, depression and anxiety to work through.
• Parental Support. You can learn how to create a safe environment for your children.
• Empowerment. You and your child can become empowered to deal effectively with bullying.

Benefits of Counseling for Children Who Are Bullied

• Improved mood
• Better self-image
• Improved performance in school
• Better friendships

Treatment for Children Who Are Bullied in the Phoenix Area

Effective skills to stop bullying can be learned. Deer Valley Counseling offers counseling for children and families living in Phoenix, Glendale, Tempe, Mesa, Scottsdale and other cities in Arizona. Bullying can have serious consequences for your child. Counseling can help. Call 602.750.8051 if you would like to discuss counseling for your child and yourself.

We answer the phones 7 days a week between the hours of 7 am and 8 pm. We are open evenings and weekends including both Saturday and Sunday.