Too often, I hear someone say, “I just push down my feelings until I burst,” or “Other people have real problems—I’m fine.” Even as conversations about mental health become more common, a quiet stigma remains—especially when it comes to children and teens. Many parents find themselves torn: They see their child struggling with worry, frustration or self-doubt, and at some point they consider therapy, but there’s often a pause before taking that step. They hesitate, stuck with the thought, “Do they really need it?” or “What will people think?”