Teen Therapy

Teenagers have to face many tough challenges.

Often, being a teen is a stage in life filled with uncertainty, change, and a need for independence… all while feeling a ton of emotions.

There are so many things that teens have to navigate as they transition from childhood to adulthood: peer pressure, school, social media, gender exploration, friendships, loss, bullying, parental expectations, etc.

Teens need help when they have noticeable changes in behavior.

Teens often display signs of sadness, loss of interest, lack of energy, changes in sleeping and eating, anger, fighting with friends, withdrawing from family, or using maladaptive behaviors to cope.

If families do not get help for their teens, it can have lifelong effects.

For example, depression, left untreated, can lead to suicide (the second leading cause of death among teens in the United States). In addition, teens who are abusing drugs can find themselves on the streets or, worse, in prison. These are breaking points for both teens and their families.

Therapy can provide a much-needed, confidential space…

… for teens to explore important issues that they are struggling to share.

It is my goal to meet the teen where they are. If that means sitting in my office talking about video games, that is what we will do until I develop a connection.

I see teens individually, but I use an approach grounded in family systems theory, where each member’s behavior is considered and considered when talking about the issues facing the teen and the family at large.

It’s important that the teen’s voice be heard by the family – without fear of repercussion. This allows all the members of the family to benefit from each other’s perspectives.

Other things change us, but we start and end with family.

If you feel your teen is showing worrisome behaviors, then it’s time to seek help.

To find out more information, call me, and let’s schedule your free consultation: (610) 639-2265.