At Flourish, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. We provide compassionate, evidence-based support for children facing emotional, behavioral, and life challenges while creating a safe space where they feel understood, valued, and empowered to grow.

 

Whether a child is struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation difficulties, behavioral challenges, or low self-esteem, we work to understand the experiences beneath the surface and help children develop the skills needed to navigate life's challenges with confidence and resilience.

We recognize that meaningful change happens through collaboration. That's why we partner closely with caregivers, siblings, teachers, and other important supports in a child's life to create a strong foundation for growth. By fostering trusting relationships and providing personalized care, we help children and families move forward with greater confidence, connection, and hope.

 

Meet the Founder

Hi, I'm Tesalyn Hill-Felton, LCPC, founder of Flourish.

For more than a decade, I've worked with children and families facing some of life's most difficult challenges, including trauma, depression, self-harm, behavioral crises, and emotional distress. Through this work, I've learned that behind every behavior is a child trying to communicate a need, a feeling, or a struggle they don't yet have the words to express.

That's why I created Flourish.

At Flourish, we look beyond the behavior to understand the whole child. We partner with families to build emotional skills, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change that extends beyond the therapy room.

When children feel understood, supported, and equipped with the right tools, they can do more than cope, they can flourish.

 

We Help Children Who Are:

  • Experiencing anxiety or depression

  • Having thoughts of self-harm or suicide

  • Struggling after a psychiatric hospitalization

  • Having severe behavioral outbursts

  • Coping with trauma

  • Experiencing school difficulties

  • Struggling with emotional regulation

  • Having difficulty with peer relationships

Why Families Choose Flourish

  • Specialized expertise in childhood behavioral health crises

  • Trauma-informed care

  • Collaborative approach with schools and caregivers

  • Virtual and in-person options

  • Personalized treatment plans

  • Focus on long-term growth, not just symptom reduction

 

Signs Your Child May Need Additional Support:

You know your child best. If you're noticing any of the following, Flourish may be able to help:

✓ Frequent emotional outbursts or meltdowns
✓ Increased sadness, worry, or withdrawal
✓ Difficulty coping with life changes or stress
✓ Self-harm, suicidal thoughts, or concerning statements about wanting to die
✓ Behavioral challenges at home or school
✓ Changes in sleep, appetite, or mood
✓ Difficulty managing big feelings
✓ Struggles with friendships or peer relationships

You don't have to wait for things to get worse before seeking support.

What Makes Flourish Different?

At Flourish, we believe behavior is communication. Rather than focusing only on what children do, we work to understand what they are experiencing beneath the surface.

Our approach combines evidence-based therapy, caregiver collaboration, and practical tools that help children build confidence, strengthen emotional skills, and navigate life's challenges with greater resilience.

We partner closely with families because meaningful change happens not only in the therapy room, but also at home, at school, and in everyday moments.

Not Sure where to start?

Let’s talk.

The first step can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. Whether you're concerned about your child's emotions, behaviors, or ability to cope with life's challenges, support is available. A free consultation gives you the opportunity to discuss your concerns, ask questions, and determine whether Flourish is the right fit for your family.

Schedule a free consultation to learn how Flourish can help your child thrive.


How do I know when to worry or if my child really needs help?

As the person who has been caring for this child since day one, you know your child better than anyone else.  As your child grows, it is normal for him or her to have problems from time to time, especially during the times of sadness, anger, and frustration. However, if you are feeling overly concerned, have questions, or notice that these times are lasting longer than usual, it is time to reach out for help.


Do you take insurance?

Yes, Flourish accepts Aetna, CareFirst, Cigna, Humana, United Healthcare, Well Point, and DC Medicaid. For others, we are considered an out of network provider. Depending on the type of insurance, we can provide a statement for your insurance carrier for reimbursement. Cash, debit, and credit cards are accepted forms of payment as well. 


If I work with you, can you promise that the school will stop calling me?

No, we cannot promise that.  However, we will work with you, teachers and other school staff to develop strategies to better manage the concerning behavior.  If we all work together, hopefully the amount of phone calls  you receive from the school about your child's behavior will decrease.  


Sessions usually occur on a weekly basis. It can take an average of 10 sessions to resolve problems, however, each child is different.  Some children may progress faster while others may have more serious or ongoing problems that needs more attention and may take longer to resolve.  Regardless of the time, services are most effective when parents, family member, caretaker, or school staff is actively involved in the treatment process.  

How long will it take?


How does this work?

Step 1         Let's Talk

  • Whether you are a parent or child care provider, the first step is to reach out via phone or email to have your questions answered. During this time, it will be determined the next best step for the child and provide options for you as the parent or educator.

Step 2        Let's Meet

  • We schedule a time to meet to discuss your concerns in more detail. This meeting will usually consist of an evaluation to gain a better understanding of the child's strengths and weaknesses as well as determine a set of goals to address the challenges.

Step 3       Let's Flourish

  • This phase is all about collaboration and watching the child progress. Let's work together to ensure that your child's needs are being met.


Let's Talk!

The conversation is free.