Being a teenager can be difficult. The teen years are a time of great conflict with family and peers as you struggle to find the right balance of independence and fitting in. Your “job” during this time of life is to start the process of defining your identity and being true to yourself while facing a lot of pressure from these outside forces.
Common reasons teen clients come to therapy:
Friend issues
Managing stress
Dealing with conflict at home or school
Getting along with parents
Emotional regulation and expression
Coping with anxiety, depression, and/or ADHD
Seeing a counselor can give you the time and space to explore problems and solutions free from judgement, and provides a supportive place to get some tools to help you with the struggles of being a teenager in today’s world.
