Child Therapy in Hidden Hills
Child Therapy in Hidden Hills with Julie Klamon, LMFT
When something is wrong with your child, you usually feel it before you can name it. The cheerful kid goes quiet. Bedtime turns into a battle. A child who loved school suddenly does not want to go. In a place like Hidden Hills, where life is private and well ordered, a struggling child can be easy to miss from the outside and impossible to ignore at home. If your instinct is telling you something is off, that instinct is worth listening to.
I am Julie Klamon, a licensed marriage and family therapist with more than 20 years of experience. Much of my early career was spent at a Los Angeles agency working directly with children recovering from trauma, which gave me a close understanding of how young minds handle difficult experiences. That background shapes how I work with every child I see today.
My office in Agoura Hills is about 10 minutes from Hidden Hills by way of Las Virgenes Road. For younger children, in-person sessions usually work best, though virtual sessions are also available across California.
Child Therapy for the Hidden Hills Community
Children in Hidden Hills grow up in a calm, sheltered setting, but they are not sheltered from the ordinary hard parts of childhood. Most of the kids I see are dealing with universal things: worry about school, trouble making or keeping friends, a parents' separation, a new sibling, or the loss of someone they loved. Children in the area attend Las Virgenes Unified schools such as Round Meadow Elementary, and the academic and social expectations in a small, high-achieving community can weigh on a young child more than adults realize.
Growing up around significant privacy and visibility brings its own quiet pressures, too. A child may sense that the family is supposed to look fine, and feel they have to hold their own worries in. Whatever is going on with your child, I meet them where they are and help them build the skills to feel steadier and less overwhelmed.
My Approach to Child Therapy
Children ages 8 through 10 are in a particular developmental window. They have complex feelings and understand cause and effect, but they often lack the words to describe what is happening inside. So I rely on play, expressive art, age-appropriate mindfulness, and therapeutic games to help a child name what they feel and learn how to handle it. You can read more about my general approach on my child therapy page.
Parents are involved from the start. We begin with a conversation about what you are seeing at home and at school, and I check in with you throughout. Your child's sessions are their own private space, but I make sure you have the information and tools to support them between appointments.
What Parents Should Know
You do not need to have everything figured out before you call. Many parents reach out unsure whether what they are noticing is serious enough for therapy. Here is the honest answer: a child does not have to be in crisis to benefit from talking with someone. Early support is often what keeps a small problem from growing into a bigger one. If something feels off to you, I am glad to talk it through and help you decide whether therapy is the right next step.
Who I Work With
Children Ages 8-10
Parents and Caregivers
Families
Frequently Asked Questions About Child Therapy in Hidden Hills
What ages do you work with for child therapy near Hidden Hills?
I work with children ages 8 through 10 for child therapy. Children in this range are old enough to talk about their feelings but still do their best work through play, art, and activity. For children 11 and older, I offer teen therapy, which is built around the needs of adolescents.
How do I know if my child needs therapy?
Watch for changes that last more than a couple of weeks. A child who was outgoing turning quiet and withdrawn. New trouble at school or with friends. Frequent stomachaches or headaches with no medical cause. More anger or tearfulness than usual, or slipping back into younger behaviors. These can all signal that something is going on that your child cannot manage alone.
We value our privacy in Hidden Hills. Is therapy with you confidential?
Yes. Privacy matters a great deal to families in Hidden Hills, and I treat it that way. My Agoura Hills office is a small, quiet practice rather than a busy clinic, and everything that happens in session is confidential. Your child's individual time with me is their own private space, and I keep what we discuss protected.
Do you involve parents in child therapy?
Yes. Parents are an important part of the process. I usually meet with parents at the start to understand what is happening at home and at school, and I check in regularly to share observations and practical suggestions. Your child's sessions stay private, but I keep you informed and involved in the overall plan.
How far is your office from Hidden Hills for child therapy appointments?
My office in Agoura Hills is about 10 minutes from Hidden Hills by way of Las Virgenes Road, a short and easy drive for families in the area. I also offer virtual sessions, though for younger children in-person sessions usually work better.
In-Person and Virtual Child Therapy Near Hidden Hills
My office in Agoura Hills, CA 91301 is convenient for in-person child therapy near Hidden Hills. I also see families from the surrounding communities, including Calabasas, CA, Agoura Hills, CA, Westlake Village, CA, Woodland Hills, CA, and Thousand Oaks, CA. Virtual sessions are available for families located anywhere in California.
If your child is struggling and you are not sure what to do, a conversation can help. Schedule a complimentary phone consultation and we can talk through what you are seeing and whether therapy is the right next step.