Are you noticing changes in your teen’s behavior, emotions, or academic performance that leave you feeling worried or helpless?

Parenting a teenager can be challenging, especially when they face struggles like anxiety, depression, peer pressure, or low self-esteem.

You may feel uncertain about how to support them or frustrated by attempts to connect that seem to push them further away.

Without the right support, these issues can escalate, leading to deeper emotional struggles, conflicts at home, and challenges in school or social settings. As a parent, this can leave you feeling disconnected and powerless to help your child thrive.

At Resilient Mind Counseling and Coaching, PLLC, we specialize in counseling teens to help them navigate their emotions, develop resilience, and foster healthy relationships. Our evidence-based approach, combined with a safe, non-judgmental space, empowers teens to understand their feelings better, communicate effectively, and build confidence.

We collaborate closely with parents, providing guidance and tools to strengthen your connection with your teen and support their growth. Together, we can help your family find balance and renewed hope for the future.

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):
    Helps teens identify negative thought patterns and replace them with healthier, more constructive ways of thinking, improving their emotional regulation and problem-solving skills.

  • Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT):
    Encourages teens to process their emotions in a safe space, enabling them to better understand their feelings and how they influence their behaviors and relationships.

  • Mindfulness and Stress-Reduction Techniques:
    Teaches teens how to manage stress and anxiety by staying present in the moment, which can improve their focus, relaxation, and coping skills.

  • Family Systems Approach:
    Addresses family dynamics to help both teens and parents build stronger, healthier communication patterns and improve relationships within the household.

  • Strength-Based Counseling:
    Focuses on identifying and leveraging a teen’s unique strengths and talents to build self-esteem and confidence.

  • Play and Creative Therapies:
    Offers younger teens and those who struggle to express themselves verbally a creative outlet to process emotions and communicate in ways that feel natural to them.

  • Trauma-Informed Care:
    Provides a safe and supportive environment for teens who have experienced trauma, helping them process their experiences and rebuild trust in themselves and others.

  • Career and Academic Counseling:
    Supports teens in identifying their interests and strengths, setting goals, and planning for their future, reducing stress related to school or career uncertainty.

Methods we use in supporting teens in counseling:

Counseling provides teens with:

  • A safe space to express their thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment.

  • Tools to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and confidence.

  • Improved communication and relationship skills to foster stronger connections with family and peers.

  • A deeper understanding of themselves, empowering them to grow into their full potential.

Let’s work together to support your teen on their journey to a brighter, healthier future. Contact us today to learn more about our teen counseling services.

Why Counseling is Beneficial for Teens: