THERAPY FOR TEENS
Teenagers today face more challenges than ever.
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Most would agree that teens in today's world, face a lot of pressure. While some pressure is good, they can often feel it from almost every angle. There’s pressure to fit in, get good grades, navigate friendships and relationships, find their purpose in life, save the world, get into the “right” school, develop an identity of their own, manage their changing hormones and emotions, and deal with family issues.
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Our teen years are a period of profound transition which can be exciting and also challenging. It can be common for teens to feel anxious, stressed, depressed, or unsure of themselves amidst all of these pressures. They might struggle to cope with challenges due to lacking the tools and experience. They might not know who to go to for support or not want others to know they are struggling. Teens can often become overwhelmed to the point where they shut down or resort to unhealthy outlets to manage stress. This is where therapy can help.
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It takes courage to grow and become who you really are.
How can therapy help you as a teen?
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Therapy is a unique opportunity to share your thoughts and feelings freely and openly. It offers a safe and confidential space to express yourself without the worry of being judged or told what to do or how to feel. Therapy is a space for you to show up as you are and feel understood, supported, and empowered.
​Therapy provide strategies for coping with challenges, building your self-esteem, improving communication skills, managing emotions, healing from trauma, and developing your own individual identity.​
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Therapy can also support you in getting to know yourself better as you make the transition into adulthood. It provides a supportive place for you to explore and identify your values, your goals, and who you want to be in the world. With increased understanding and acceptance of yourself you can move forward in life with more clarity and confidence.​​​
Benefits​ of Therapy
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Increase awareness of your emotions
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Feel supported, valued, and heard
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Feel more empowered to make positive changes
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Improve your sense of self-worth and confidence
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Strengthen your friendships
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Build goals for the future
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Learn to respond rather than react to situations
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Reduce anxiety and stress
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Elevate your mood and sense of wellbeing
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Improve family relationships
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Develop healthy coping skills
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Increase your sense of belonging
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Learn how to manage intense emotions
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Resolve past trauma
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Learn to express yourself effectively
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Improve communication skills
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Increase hope and motivation for the future
​Our Approach
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​At Lumenate, our approach to therapy is warm, encouraging, and geared towards the needs and interests of each person. We provide the opportunity for teens to get to know themselves on an emotional level and find ways to effectively express their needs and feelings. We help you in finding your unique voice and work with you to identify your guiding purpose and increase hope and enthusiasm about your future.
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We focus on understanding your world. What do you want out of life? What problems are you facing? What matters most to you?
We strive to help teens feel independent, respected and valued. We keep all information completely confidential unless you are a danger to yourself or others. We work to build a foundation of trust and understanding within a relaxed and down-to-earth style.
Depending on your specific needs and interests, we tailor each session around what you want to get out of therapy. We help to clarify your values and support you in making decisions that move you towards your goals.
We can help you with:
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Difficulty managing emotions
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Feeling overwhelmed
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Making difficult life choices
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Challenges with communication
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Depression
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Divorce
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Family conflict
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Stress and pressure
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Worry & anxiety
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Feeling lonely and isolated
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Loss of a family member or friend
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Low self-esteem
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Social problems
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LGBTQIA+ Issues
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Trauma or abuse
What to Expect
Sessions are typically 50-60mins on a weekly basis and reduce to every other week or monthly as progress is made.
We will meet with you and your parents/guardians during your first session to discuss what brings you to therapy. We will also listen to the concerns of your parents/guardians.
We will then have an initial session with you to determine if you are comfortable working with us. At this point, we will discuss what therapy might look like.​
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We often recommend family therapy along with individual therapy - as this can support improvements which are longer-lasting.
Supporting Parents & Caregivers
Parents can give so much that they often forget to nurture themselves. They can often feel overwhelmed or depleted. Parents can also benefit from support, guidance, and encouragement to rebuild and maintain their own wellbeing. A combination of support and skill-building helps parents get back in balance and foster renewed energy and hope. We help parents to nurture and fulfill their teen’s need for trust, empathy, and affection, while providing a lifelong foundation for healthy, enduring relationships.
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We can can help you:
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Build awareness and self-compassion
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Learn and practice self-care and stress-reducing techniques
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Develop a parenting approach that is based on respect, empathy, active listening, healthy limits and boundaries, and appropriate flexibility
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Identify and acknowledge small changes that are the building blocks for sustained change
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Establish and communicate realistic expectations, choices, and consequences
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Clarify appropriate family roles and expectations
