Teen Therapy

Understanding your teen can be challenging…

LOL. LMAO. STFU. ROTFL.

Your teen has things to share, but they may not want to share it with their parents.

And parents may not understand, even if they attempt to share.

Teens are faced with numerous challenges, including issues with behavior, emotional problems, mental health issues, substance abuse problems, stress, relationship difficulties, traumatic experiences, bullying, not fitting in at school, poor self-image, and many more.

These are the problems that need to be addressed, and parents may not be equipped to help.

Do they have a safe place to do it?

Seek help sooner rather than later.

The longer you wait to seek help, the worse your teen’s problems may become.

It’s important to seek help as soon as you can.

Why wait until your teenager is in crisis before encouraging a first visit with a therapist?

Therapy helps!

Scheduling a one-time “get-to-know-you” session with a teen-focused therapist is a great way to dispel misconceptions about therapy and build an initial connection.

This one-time visit also gives the teen an opportunity to interview the therapist and weigh-in with an opinion about the therapist.

Teenagers are often surprised when they enjoy the initial session and may request follow-up sessions without your prompting.

Actions speak louder than words.

Nothing speaks louder to our children than our own actions.

Your willingness as parents to attend therapy helps to normalize the therapy process for your kids. In fact, before starting therapy, begin to create a family culture where vulnerability is allowed and respected.

Parents need to be open as well.

Stay open to the idea that you, as the parent, may be contributing to the problem.

Sometimes it’s hard to see your own role in a teen’s problem when your teen is the one acting-out, yelling, and defying your rules. But psychological issues do not occur in a vacuum.

Let’s get you on the same page as your teen.

Working as a team, we can reduce those challenges faced by your teen. It starts with a safe place and willingness to be open.

I’ll be happy to answer your questions.

Give me a call: (615) 905-1893. It’s free, safe, and confidential!