Teens

I am so glad that you (or your parents) are here. High school can be tough…really tough! Between friendships, grades, family, and figuring out who you are, it’s easy to find yourself feeling overwhelmed. Stress and anxiety are like uninvited guests at your personal party. But what if you could learn some skills to turn those party crashers away, or at least control them?

A therapist can be a person who helps you build your toolbox of coping skills and understand your story. They can provide a safe space for you to talk about what's going on in your life, without judgment. They can also teach you skills like communication and assertiveness, which can be super helpful for navigating teen drama.

So, if you're feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or past experiences, don't be afraid to reach out for help. Therapy isn't just for people with big problems, it's for anyone who wants to feel better and live their best life. And hey, who wouldn't want to kick those uninvited guests out and have a truly epic teen party?

Teens, Are You Feeling Lost?

Teens that I work with are usually struggling with:

  • Academic stress

  • Managing stress related to social media

  • Family conflict

  • Anxiety and school avoidance

  • Trauma-related dysregulation

  • Navigating relationships

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Let’s Work Together to…

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Learn Skills to Manage Anxiety and Stress

Let's be real, stress and anxiety are pretty normal for teens. They're your body's way of saying, "Hey, things are getting intense!" The problem is, when those feelings get too strong or last too long, they can make it hard to focus, sleep, or even enjoy the good stuff in life.

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Understand Your Trauma and How it Impacts You

Sometimes, the uninvited guests at your party aren't just stress and anxiety, they're past experiences that keep popping up and causing trouble. These experiences can be anything from a big fight with a friend to a boundary violation, like physical or sexual assault. Sometimes, these experiences cause a "trauma," and even if they happened a while ago, they can still be affecting you today.

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Build Healthy Communication Skills

Let's face it, teen drama can be intense. Misunderstandings, hurt feelings, and jealousy can turn a good hang out into a total meltdown. But what if you had some secret communication skills that could help you avoid the drama and build stronger relationships?

Therapy isn't just for people with big problems, it's for anyone who wants to feel better and live their best life.