Therapy for Teens and Young Adults
I have been working with teens and young adults since 2018.
Here’s what I’ve learned:
You know you best. You know what you want, who you are and how you want to get there. Maybe right now it’s really hard to connect to that statement, but I know that deep down that most true version of you is feeling so seen right now.
The hardest part of your day/week/life right now is connecting to that statement, believing it and then dealing with the ups and downs of staying true to your self when people in your life can’t see your vision as clearly as you.
Together, we’re going to explore how to bring that version of you out into your world. We’re going to work on the areas of your life that are causing you pain, affecting your self-esteem or creating undue stress.
I know that you are getting messages from everyone in your life about what to do, how to be, what to want from your life. That’s not going to happen with me.
Sure, I might challenge you sometimes. Yes, if something is veering out of the healthy risk taking zone into something more dangerous, I might sound the alarm. But you are in charge of your life and it’s time for you to start feeling empowered by that.
Your life is your own and it’s time for you to start feeling empowered by that statement.
A few areas we can work on together:
Anxiety and Stress: It’s no understatement to say things really are more stressful for most teens and young adults than they were before. Many teens struggle with anxiety related to school, social situations, or future uncertainties. With me, you are the boss of the session and if you need to vent about social stuff, world news, your parents, anything— the floor is totally yours.
Depression: Addressing feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and changes in mood or behavior is crucial. It can feel hard to get started, especially if you are used to isolating, putting on a brave face or have gotten bad feedback before when you’ve tried to go there.
Self-Esteem and Body Image: Issues around self-worth and body image can be significant during adolescence. If you’re struggling in this area, your thoughts and urges can be non stop. Let’s work together to make a plan that makes sense for you.
Family Dynamics: Family is supposed to be where you go for safety, security and support but sometimes, it might feel like your home is one of your biggest stressors. We can work on improving communication, advocating for your needs and building trust and autonomy.
Trauma and Grief: It may feel like you aren’t even quite sure where to start, but you know there are things that you need to share with someone in order to move forward. There is no topic too big or scary here. We can work together to make sense of the things that feel like they are holding you back and causing you pain.
Substance Use: Whether it’s experimentation or dependency, we can talk through topics that might feel taboo to your parents or other adults in your life.
Identity Exploration: This is a time for self-discovery but sometimes it can feel challenging to know hot to start especially when it comes to sexual orientation, gender identity, or other identity points.
Academic Pressure and Performance: Creating a realistic and personal viewpoint on school expectations is key to coping strategies for managing school-related stress.
Life Transitions: This can be a time of big life changes which can bring excitement and overwhelm. Let’s find ways to work through the challenges and invite the opportunities!
