A safe space to grow into confidence.
Online Counseling for Teens Across Pennsylvania & New Jersey
These days, you barely recognize your child.
Maybe you’ve noticed them spending even more time alone in their room, and when they do come out they seem sad or irritated. They’ve started to bring home poor grades and could be showing signs of neglecting their basic needs like sleep, eating, and hygiene. Maybe they worry about how they’ll perform in their extracurricular activities, and you’re not sure what’s changed.
Or maybe they’re struggling to adjust after experiencing something like parents divorcing, a significant loss, or moving to a new school. They could be depressed to the point of expressing concerning thoughts related to death, or getting into trouble without fear of consequences.
Watching your child go through this turbulent time can make you feel helpless, but know that there is hope for them to move forward into a brighter future.
Through therapy, your child can overcome these hurdles & thrive.
They’ll learn to stop…
Withdrawing & isolating themselves when something’s wrong
Letting anxiety rule their thoughts
Doubting their abilities & choices
Engaging in self-destructive behaviors
Constantly fearing that they’re missing out socially
Basing their self-worth on the opinions of others
& start…
Communicating when they’re struggling & need help
Understanding their feelings & reactions better
Having more empathy for others
Practicing healthy ways of coping with anxiety
Seeing their problems from a new perspective
Having more self-esteem & confidence
MY APPROACH
Working together to discover what works.
I believe every person has unique strengths that can assist them in overcoming any challenges they may face. In my initial sessions with your child, I’ll get to know them and establish rapport by asking about and connecting over the things they’re interested in. I’ll work with them to uncover their own personal strengths and abilities. We’ll discuss how those qualities can be built upon to help them conquer their day-to-day struggles, and instill a sense of hope that things can get better.
A strong foundation to build the rest of their life on.
As we continue to work together, I’ll help them realize a greater sense of empathy for those around them. We’ll learn tools that will instill confidence in them and make them less fearful of the future and what it holds. We’ll practice communication skills and work to gain insight into their own actions and reactions, which will help them not only through these tumultuous years…but for the rest of their lives.
A resilient & joyful future is possible.
Counseling can give your child the guidance they need to get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
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I do work with families, and have for most of my career. As every case is different, we can decide what is best for your child and their situation during our initial consultation. Regardless of how we decide to move forward, I’ll make parents aware of anything that I feel is important for them to know while still respecting the privacy of their child.
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I work with kids and teens who are 14 years of age or older. Since my practice is fully online, I can continue working with teens as they transition into college if they stay in state and would like to continue our sessions.
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Teens who use social media are likely to compare themselves and their experiences to what they see online. They are also hyper aware of the social functions and interactions that they’re not a part of, and often feel like they’re missing out. Through counseling, they can learn to care less about what they’re not experiencing and what they don’t have, and more about making their own daily lives more enjoyable and fulfilling.
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Performance anxiety in teens is fairly common and can stem from a mix of fear of judgment, pressure to meet expectations, and a desire for approval. The fear of making mistakes or not measuring up can create a sense of stress and nervousness before, during, and after performing. Talking about these feelings openly and being equipped with coping skills in therapy can often help alleviate some of the pressure.