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Teen Therapy

The teen years can be exciting, confusing, stressful, and overwhelming — often all at the same time. Between school pressures, friendships, social media, family relationships, identity development, and future planning, many teens feel like they are carrying more than adults realize.

Teen therapy provides a supportive, non-judgmental space where young people can talk openly, build coping skills, strengthen confidence, and better understand themselves.

Who This May Be For

Teen therapy may be helpful for youth who are:

  • Feeling anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed

  • Struggling socially or academically

  • Having difficulty managing emotions

  • Navigating friendships or relationship issues

  • Exploring identity

  • Living with ADHD, autism, or learning differences

  • Experiencing family conflict

  • Feeling burnt out or unmotivated

Common Reasons People Reach Out

  • Anxiety and overthinking

  • Depression or low mood

  • Self-esteem challenges

  • Friendship difficulties

  • School stress

  • Neurodivergence

  • Family conflict

  • Emotional regulation challenges

  • Identity exploration

  • Burnout and overwhelm

How Therapy Can Help

Therapy may help teens:

  • Learn healthier coping skills

  • Feel more confident

  • Better understand emotions

  • Improve communication

  • Strengthen problem-solving skills

  • Feel supported and understood

What Sessions May Look Like

Teen sessions are collaborative and adjusted based on age, personality, and comfort level. Some teens prefer talking. Others engage better through activities, visuals, humour, or practical strategies.

FAQs

Will parents know everything discussed?
Confidentiality and parental involvement are discussed clearly at the beginning of therapy.

What if my teen does not like talking?
That is okay. Therapy does not have to look one specific way.

Our Teen Therapists:

Tina Diamond
RSW
Miriam Ismail
RP(Qualifying)
Veronica Coburn
RSW

Your wellbeing is important to us.

1807 Wonderland Rd N, London, ON N6G 5C2, Canada

519-719-0338

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