Teenagers are navigating a transformative period of life, from developing identities to increasing expectations.
It’s not uncommon for emotional and social pressures to leave your teenager feeling confused, stressed, lonely, or lost.
And that’s where our registered clinical counsellors can help. We work with adolescents to better express their thoughts and feelings, and learn new ways to handle setbacks or challenges.
As many of our teen clients prefer to talk, we offer a warm and supportive space for them to discuss what’s going on in their world, with the option of incorporating art therapy if this matches their personality and preferences. You’ll often find us discussing an important topic while doodling, drawing, playing board games, or even walking around the clinic to help your teen feel comfortable.
Counselling For Teenagers Helps With:
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Impulsive behaviour
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Anxiety / worries
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Aggressive / explosive behaviour
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School refusal
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Bullying
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Social difficulties
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ADD/ADHD
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Defiant behaviour
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Self-esteem issues
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Self-harm/suicidality
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Depression
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Gender identity and sexual orientation
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Separation and divorce
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Transitions (e.g. starting high school, moving, change in sports, or living arrangements, etc.)
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Traumatic events (e.g. sexual abuse, domestic violence, grief, death in the family, etc.)
Working Together
Every teen is unique, which is why we tailor our counselling sessions to meet their specific needs. However, in general we propose the following:
Optional intake session with parents/guardians/caregivers: before meeting your teen, we can schedule a time to discuss concerns, observations, goals for therapy, and brainstorm new strategies to try at home.
Working with teens: regular weekly or bi-weekly 50-minute sessions are recommended to develop trust and practice new skills, ways of thinking, and ways of being.
Optional debrief with caregivers: we understand that teenagers have the right to confidentiality. We also understand that parents have concerns and want to support their teen's journey. Please know we work systemically and encourage teens to allow us to update parents on their progress.
After Counselling,
Watch Your Teenager:
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Better regulate emotions and behaviour
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Increase sense of control
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Feel motivated
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Relate better with friends
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Increase self-confidence
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Express anger in a safer way
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Decrease anxiety and tame worries
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Practice new social skills
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Cope with trauma and grief
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Solve problems and try different solutions
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Adjust to changes in the environment
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Self-advocate and increase their coping skills
We are immensely grateful for the incredible support provided during a challenging time with our teenage son. (Strong Ties Counselling) is superskilled, empathetic and the approach made all the difference... we can't recommend enough.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to work alongside a registered clinical counsellor for teenagers?
Get in touch today for more information or to book your first appointment. Our therapists for teenagers are here to support your child with the tools and resources to help them move forward and grow. We proudly serve Langley, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Burnaby, Port Moody, Pitt Meadows, and Maple Ridge.