3 Ways Teens Can Benefit From Therapy
Not many of us remember our teenage years as walks in the park. That’s because this time in our life is punctuated by uncertainties, social pressure, and a surge of hormones. Because of this perfect storm, many teens act out, which can cause a lot of chaos and disruption in the home and family.
Here are 3 reasons why teens can benefit from therapy:
Self-Worth Issues
Most teens have a certain level of self-worth issues growing through this awkward phase. But there are those teens that really suffer from low self-esteem. Therapy can help adolescence build their self-confidence.
Stress
Dealing with school, friendships, work, choosing a college… are all major stressors in a young person’s life. And many teens find it hard to speak with their parents. Therapy offers teens a way to communicate and let go of some steam and pressure that is building up in a healthy way.
Grief and Loss
There should be a rule that no young person should suffer the loss of a close friend, family member, relationship, or anything else during this chapter. Sadly, many teens do experience loss and the grief that accompanies it. This can be incredibly difficult for the teen and their parents to navigate. A therapist has been trained to know exactly how to guide a young person through the stages of grief.
Anxiety Disorders
It’s perfectly normal for teens to feel worried and anxious at times. But some teens experience such severe anxiety, it negatively impacts their life, schoolwork and relationships. Therapy can help teens learn to manage their symptoms.
Fortunately, at our South Denver- Castle Rock, CO location we have therapists that would love to support your teen, and you, with whatever the struggle is. Reach out today and get the help needed to bring peace and connection back into your lives and relationship.
Teen Therapists at Authentic Connections Counseling Center- Alison Sasse, Jillian Jackson, Mikey Espegren, and Veronica Conley
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