Many parents who come to MindCareCenter admit they are unsure how to help their child cope with emotions. Dr. Daniel Reinhardt explains – the ability to recognize one’s feelings and express them in a healthy way does not develop on its own, but through a trusting environment and the right support. That’s why emotional intelligence is one of the key areas we focus on from the very first sessions.
We often meet children who either react too intensely or try to hide what they feel. At MindCareCenter, we begin with a gentle adjustment to therapy – creating a safe space where the child can speak without fear of being misunderstood. The psychologist helps them identify emotions and express them verbally rather than through irritability, withdrawal or defiance. This approach builds emotional resilience and improves the child’s ability to regulate their inner state.
The methods we use at MindCareCenter aim not to “correct behavior” but to strengthen emotional foundations. We incorporate elements of play therapy, creative activities and mindfulness techniques – helping the child gradually learn to notice what they feel, understand what triggers the reaction and choose healthier ways to respond. During sessions with parents, we explain how to support emotional intelligence at home and how their own reactions influence their child’s emotional state.
Throughout the process, we observe children becoming calmer, more open and able to articulate frustration or anxiety without shutting down. Based on our experience at MindCareCenter, developing emotional intelligence early helps reduce conflict, improve communication within the family and ease social adaptation. It also lowers the risk of future psychological challenges such as fear of failure, emotional suppression or dependence on external validation.
If you notice that your child reacts strongly to criticism, avoids talking about their feelings or struggles to manage emotions – timely support is essential. At Mind Care Center, we help children build emotional resilience, understand their feelings and use them as a resource rather than a source of stress.
Previously, we wrote about how to navigate the teenage crisis and maintain family trust.