Our therapy services for late adolescents focus on helping them navigate these changes, manage stress, and address mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and identity-related concerns. Common challenges we help with:

Anxiety: Persistent and excessive worry about various aspects of life, such as school, relationships, and future plans.

Depression: Persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest in previously enjoyed activities.

Transition Stress:

• Adjustment Disorders: Emotional and behavioral symptoms in response to significant life changes, such as moving away for college, starting a new job, or living independently.

• Academic Pressure: Stress and anxiety related to academic expectations and performance in college or other educational settings.

Eating Disorders

• Anorexia Nervosa: Extreme restriction of food intake, intense fear of gaining weight, and a distorted body image.

• Bulimia Nervosa: Binge eating followed by purging through vomiting, excessive exercise, or use of laxatives.

• Binge-Eating Disorder: Recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food, often quickly and to the point of discomfort.

Identity and Self-Esteem Issues:

• Identity Exploration: Struggles with understanding and forming a personal identity, including sexual orientation and gender identity.

• Low Self-Esteem: Negative self-image and lack of confidence, often influenced by social comparisons and life transitions.

Relationship Issues:

• Romantic Relationships: Challenges in forming and maintaining healthy romantic relationships, including issues of intimacy, trust, and communication.

• Family Dynamics: Ongoing family conflicts or adjusting to changes in family relationships as independence increases.

Individual Therapy:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps young adults identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Focuses on teaching coping skills, emotional regulation, and mindfulness, particularly effective for self-harm and suicidal ideation.

• Existential Therapy: Assists young adults in exploring life’s bigger questions about identity, purpose, and values, helping them navigate transitions and existential concerns.

• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT): Aims to quickly identify and implement practical solutions to specific problems, promoting resilience and positive change.

Skill-Building Programs:

• Emotional Regulation: Teaches techniques for managing and expressing emotions in healthy ways, including mindfulness practices and relaxation techniques.

• Relationship Coaching: Assists in improving friendships and social connections, promoting healthy interactions and conflict resolution skills.

• Resilience Training: Builds resilience by teaching coping strategies, adaptation to change, and maintaining a positive outlook.

We provide a supportive environment where they can develop coping skills, enhance their self-esteem, and build a strong foundation for their adult lives