Is your teen struggling?
Childhood is a time of fast growth. Because of how much growth is happening at once, these times can be extremely tough on a family! If you worry about your teen’s mental well-being, I can help. Continue reading to learn more about children’s mental health. I offer teens therapy in Oviedo, Florida, for ADHD, Anxiety, self-esteem, post-traumatic stress, and more.
Adolescent Depression
Depression in adolescents is more common than you might think. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it is common for some adolescents to feel chronically depressed, sad, and hopeless.
Teens are resilient and can learn how to care for their mental health. I teach mindfulness and relaxation skills, self-care, and coping skills to help teens feel better.
Teen Anxiety
Children and teens can be negatively impacted by anxiety and stress.
Thankfully, youth are resilient and can use coping skills, practice mindfulness, learn to express their feelings in a healthy way.
I can help your child learn to cope with life’s stressors in a productive way. I implement relaxation training and help teens prepare for anxiety and stress before it gets out of control. Read more about my experience counseling in K-12 schools here.
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Has your child or teen struggling with post-traumatic stress? Accidents, natural disasters, witnessed violence, and other traumas can cause teens to feel anxious, and worried, have nightmares, have behavioral problems, and more. TF-CBT is a researched way to help kids and adolescents integrate trauma with a new way of life. It is a combined effort between children or teens (ages 3-17) and their caregivers that is shown to help youth past the negative effects of trauma. Interested in learning more? Reach out today!
From Self-Harm to Self-Care
Self-harm is any self-inflicted injury, such as hair pulling, skin picking, cutting, and more.
Asking about self-harm directly is one of the best ways a parent can address this behavior. Starting open conversations about self-harm helps to reduce the stigma and shame associated with asking for help.
Counseling helps children learn the power of their feelings, beliefs, and actions. If your child is struggling, I can help them learn emotional expression, identifying feelings, breathing techniques, mindfulness, and more.
Expand Their Circle of Trusted Adults
Looking for ways to protect your teen? Having multiple trusted adult role models, and healthy social, physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual habits, will help set adolescents up for success. If you are concerned for your teen’s well-being, there is hope for you and your family. Let’s find a way to help your teen feel better.
Teen Therapy in Oviedo, Florida
I specialize in youth mental health, including anxiety, self-esteem, and ADHD. Afternoon and evening appointments are now available. Give me a call and let’s see if we’re a good fit.
