Bullying Help

Being bullied is not just “part of growing up”—it can leave lasting emotional wounds that impact a child or teen’s confidence, relationships, and sense of safety in the world. At [Clinic Name], we provide compassionate, trauma-informed support for young people who have experienced bullying—in person, online, or both.

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Whether your child is dealing with name-calling, exclusion, physical intimidation, cyberbullying, or more subtle forms of social cruelty, we take their experience seriously. We create a safe, nonjudgmental space where they can talk about what happened, make sense of their feelings, and begin to heal.

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We work with children and teens who:

• Feel anxious, depressed, or withdrawn after being bullied

• Struggle with low self-esteem or self-doubt

• Experience school refusal or academic decline

• Have difficulty trusting others or forming friendships

• Are navigating identity-based bullying (related to race, gender, sexuality, neurodivergence, or disability)

• Have been targeted online through social media or group chats

• Are unsure how to respond or fear retaliation

• Feel unsupported or unheard by school staff or peers

 

Our therapists are trained in working with youth from diverse backgrounds and identities. We are especially attuned to the needs of LGBTQ+ youth, neurodivergent students, and those who may feel “different” in school or community settings. We approach every client with sensitivity and care—never minimizing their experience or pathologizing their reaction.

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Therapy can help your child or teen:

• Process what they have been through in a safe, affirming space

• Build self-worth and resilience

• Learn tools to set boundaries and protect themselves

• Explore ways to reconnect with safe friendships and communities

• Reduce anxiety, sadness, or shame related to the bullying experience

• Strengthen communication with caregivers and educators

• Feel empowered, not defined, by what happened

 

We may also support families in navigating conversations with schools, advocating for change, and understanding their child’s needs. Our goal is not just to stop the bullying—but to help young people rediscover their voice, rebuild their confidence, and move forward with support.

You Are Not Alone

If your child or teen is being bullied, or still struggling after the fact, help is available. Reach out to us today to schedule a consultation or learn how our team at Etheridge Psychology can support your family.