Therapy for Adolescents and Teens
Better Ways to Deal with Big Emotions
Mood swings, self-esteem issues, bullying, trouble in school, adjusting to life changes. Children and teens experience the same feelings we do as adults, but often need more help navigating them. We work to teach your child skills that build resiliency to last a lifetime.
How do I know if my child or teen needs therapy?
It's common for teens to struggle sometimes and working with a therapist can help them through these times. Parents frequently ask if they should seek therapy for their child or if it is just a normal phase they are going through. Ultimately, you know your child best and if you feel that something is off or wrong, it is never a bad idea to consult with a professional.
Some reasons you may consider therapy for your child or teen:
- Coping with life transitions, such as divorce or moving
- Frequent mood swings
- You've noticed a drop in their academic performance
- Your child seems to be withdrawing and is not interested in family or friends
- Your child seems irritable or sad frequently
- Shyness
- Grief
- Poor sleeping habits
- Constant worrying
- Dealing with bullying
- Feeling they don't fit in
- Low self-esteem
- Coping with a traumatic event
- Struggles with identity or self-worth
- Body image concerns
- Making comments such as "nobody cares"
Will my child like therapy? What will they get out of it?
Caring for your adolescent's mental health is just as important as caring for their physical health. Therapists work with your teen to address the issues they are going through and teach them new ways to cope with their emotions. Parents often play a role in the therapy process and are partners in their child's success.
Parents are often surprised by how open to therapy adolescents are. Teens are often more willing than parents believe to discuss their concerns and usually appreciate having someone outside of their family to talk about sensitive issues with. And, just like adults, children want to feel better and get back to finding joy in their lives.
Some ways your teen may benefit from therapy:
- Boosted self-esteem and confidence
- Finding their strengths and believing in themselves
- Learning healthy thinking habits that last a lifetime
- Learning to express and cope with emotions
- Learning new social skills
- Recover from grief, loss, or trauma
- Improved performance at school
- Improved relationships with family and friends
- Finding new ways to deal with anxiety and depression
Interested in our services? We’re here to help!
We want to know your needs so that we can provide the perfect solution. Contact us to schedule an intake to determine if therapy is the right solution.