Counseling & Behavioral Health

As children get older, their personalities begin to develop and you may start to notice emotional, behavioral, or developmental concerns.

A counseling and behavioral health visit, will focus on your child’s emotional, behavioral, or developmental concerns. One of our compassionate providers will talk with you and your child about current challenges, review relevant history, and assess emotional well-being and behavior patterns. We may ask questions about home, school, sleep, and social interactions to better understand your child’s needs. Our goal is to provide guidance, support healthy coping strategies, and connect families with helpful resources so children can thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

Services:

    ADHD Support

    Anxiety & Stress

    Behavioral Intervention

    Family Counseling

    Individual Counseling

PEDIATRIC BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Support Your Child’s Emotional and Behavioral Well-Being

We begin with a detailed discussion of your child’s symptoms, including when they started, how they have progressed, and any additional concerns you may have. We also review relevant medical history to identify potential patterns or contributing factors. This information helps guide the evaluation, narrow possible causes, and determine the most appropriate course of care.

To schedule a counseling appointment, call the location nearest to you.

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Counseling services grounded in evidence-based practices support emotional well-being, behavior, and family functioning with individualized, developmentally appropriate care.

Behavioral health is a vital component of overall well-being, and our counseling services are designed to support children, adolescents, and families facing emotional, behavioral, or developmental challenges. Using evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral techniques, our team provides personalized care tailored to each child’s unique needs while supporting the entire family.

These services may benefit children who are experiencing changes in mood, behavior, or daily functioning at home, school, or in social environments.

Support may include:

  • Anxiety, depression, and mood-related concerns
  • ADHD and attention or behavioral challenges
  • Social difficulties and school-related stress
  • Parent guidance and behavioral strategies

Visits are centered on identifying underlying concerns, strengthening coping skills, and developing practical tools that support emotional wellness, resilience, and healthy growth over time.

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Components of Counseling & Behavioral Care

A counseling and behavioral health visit provides an opportunity for our team to better understand your child’s needs and deliver personalized support. Each visit is focused on identifying underlying concerns, strengthening coping skills, and helping your child build the confidence and resilience needed to thrive.

Counseling appointments can be scheduled by calling the location nearest to you.

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What to Expect

Evaluation

Our counselors begin with a comprehensive assessment to better understand your child’s emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs. During the visit, we discuss current concerns, when they started, and how they affect daily life. We also review relevant family, social, and developmental history to identify contributing factors and develop a personalized plan of care.

What to Expect

Coping Skills

This part of the visit focuses on helping your child develop practical, age-appropriate skills for managing emotions and behaviors. Strategies may include identifying triggers, improving emotional awareness, and learning healthy coping techniques. Families also receive guidance and tools to support and reinforce these skills at home.

What to Expect

Ongoing Support

Behavioral health care is often a continuous process that benefits from ongoing support and guidance. Through regular follow-up visits, we monitor progress, refine strategies as needed, and continue strengthening skills that support emotional well-being and healthy behavior. This ongoing approach helps ensure care remains effective and aligned with your child’s changing needs.

Counseling & Behavioral Health FAQs

Navigating parenthood can be challenging. Our team is here to help answer your questions and guide you in making informed decisions with your child’s health and well-being in mind.

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  • What ages of children do you treat?

    At KidzCare Pediatrics, our providers are experts in care for children from birth through adolescence, including:

    • Newborns & Infants (0–12 months)
    • Toddlers (1–4 years)
    • Children (5–12 years)
    • Teens & Young Adults (13–21 years)

  • When should my newborn have their first pediatric visit?

    We recommend that newborns have their first pediatric visit within 48–72 hours after leaving the hospital or following a home or birthing center delivery. These early visits are an important opportunity for our providers to check your baby’s weight, feeding, and overall health, as well as answer any questions you may have as you settle in at home.

    Our team is here to support you from the very beginning, and we encourage families to schedule this first visit before leaving the hospital—or shortly after delivery for home or birthing center births—to ensure a smooth transition home. Check out our Expectant Mothers page to learn more about the process of getting an infant started at KidzCare.

  • What should I bring to my child's first visit?

    For your child’s first visit, we recommend bringing your insurance card a photo ID. Upon arrival, you will be asked to complete a series of forms, which helps our team stay up to date on your child’s medical history, preferences, and current needs so we can make the most of your time together.

    If you’re bringing a newborn, please bring any hospital or birth records you received, as well as feeding details and all discharge instructions. For families transferring from another practice, we encourage you to have your child’s previous medical records sent ahead of time or bring a copy with you to ensure continuity of care.

  • Do you offer telehealth visits for minor illnesses?

    No, we do not currently offer telehealth visits.

  • Do you offer same-day appointments?

    We strive to offer every child an appointment as soon as possible at all KidzCare Pediatrics locations and reserve these visits for children with urgent or sick care needs. We make every effort to accommodate same-day visits at your primary location whenever possible.

    Appointments can be scheduled by calling 910-483-7337.

Comprehensive pediatric services to support your child’s health and development at every stage of growth.

Our Services

Well Visits & Preventive Care

Wellness visits are a key part of your child’s growth and development, giving our pediatric providers the opportunity to routinely monitor their health and deliver preventive care. Each visit is designed to:

  • Monitor growth
  • Review development
  • Help maintain your child’s overall health and well-being
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Sick Visits

A sick visit is recommended when your child is experiencing symptoms that need timely medical attention. During these appointments, our providers evaluate and treat a variety of concerns, including:

  • Fever
  • Cough
  • Ear pain
  • Sore throat
  • Stomach issues
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Immunizations & Vaccines

When your child is due for vaccinations, an immunization visit provides an opportunity for our pediatric providers to review their health and administer recommended vaccines. These appointments are designed to keep your child on schedule, ensure vaccines are delivered safely, and help protect their long-term health and well-being.

  • Vaccine education and guidance
  • Alternative and catch-up scheduling
  • Answers to your vaccine questions
  • Safe, age-appropriate administration
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School, Sports & Camp Physicals

School, sports, and camp physicals help ensure your child is healthy, prepared, and cleared to participate in their favorite activities. During these visits, our providers conduct thorough evaluations, complete any necessary forms, and provide recommendations to support your child’s health, safety, and overall well-being.

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