therapy for teens
Does your teen seem depressed, anxious or troubled?
Is your teen struggling at school, with friends, or just seem lost? Do they appear overly anxious or depressed?
Does your teen need someone to talk to?
Do you think your teen would benefit from a safe space to talk about school, friends, and their own identity?
We can help struggling teens
Is Your Teen Not Acting Like themselves?
Teens have a lot to navigate; friends, romantic relationships, school, work, and their own changing identity and role in the world. Counseling can provide a space to explore all these issues and navigate them in a healthy way.
are you concerned about your teen's mental health?
Getting a professional’s opinion means the world when you’re worrying about your child. We can provide a thorough evaluation and an individualized treatment plan for your teen.
Are you fighting with your teen or are they distant?
Most teens don’t come right out and ask for help, but they signal their distress is many ways:
- fighting
- being distant
- acting out
- struggling in school
- experimenting with drugs and alcohol
Underlying issues of self-esteem, mood disorders, and general issues of transition are almost always uncovered and dealt with effectively in therapy.
therapy and counseling for teens
Teens and parents come to us for a variety of issues:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Social problems (difficulty navigating peer relationships)
- Difficulty navigating this phase of life
- Adjusting to new life circumstances, like a divorce or move to a new place
- Identity issues
The National Institute of Health estimates almost 15% of teens have a mood disorder like anxiety or depression, with 11% qualifying as ‘severe.’
Research shows that therapy is effective at treating teens with depression, anxiety and other issues. Early intervention leads to better outcomes, so if your intuition is telling you therapy may help your teen call us today.