Adolescence & Teen Therapy

Understanding Teen Struggles

Many adolescents and young adults feel anxiety, depression, insecurity, and are often paralyzed by the high expectations set for them by their communities, media, and their own goals. The pressures of the ideal life presented in social media and on TV can be overwhelming. The prospects of education, career, or significant relationships can be intimidating. Sometimes it's hard to care at all.

From the outside it might look like laziness, but inside it feels like fear, confusion, or sadness. Questions like these might feel unanswerable:

It may feel easier to ignore these questions altogether, especially if there are lingering feelings of shame about not having them already answered. This can be especially true for young people who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, or have challenges they are scared to tell anyone about.

Arolyn's Approach with Teens

Arolyn has worked with teens from a High School setting to a Children's Social Worker and now as a Therapist. She connects and relates with them authentically and earns their trust. She is empathic and understanding and has a unique background of 40 years of working with youth.

High School stinks for most. Even if you're well-liked! Navigating the hormonal changes, the social constructs along with personal and parental goals can be daunting.