Teen counseling

The teenage years can be the most formidable of one’s life. During this time, teens experience mental, physical, and emotional development that shapes their self-concept. Certain stressors can trigger changes in behavior and mood.

Teens experiencing anxiety and depression may exhibit troubling behaviors. For example, they could be struggling with interpersonal relationships at home and at school. Your teen may have low self-esteem, a negative self-concept, and have difficulty coping with certain aspects of their life.

Adolescence is a period of time during which many individuals explore differences in gender and sexuality. Sometimes these differences do not conform with social or parental expectations and can create confusion and even significant dysphoria in teens. Clinicians at Houston Psychotherapists work with you and your teen to explore gender and sexuality in an affirming and educational environment, so that they can be effective in all areas of life.

Major life traumas such as a death of a loved one, violence, abuse, bullying, and divorce can trigger intense emotions. Combine that with peer pressure and, as mentioned previously, ongoing mental, physical, and emotional development, it could lead to concerning behaviors that increase in persistence and destructiveness.

If you are concerned about signs in your teen such as social withdrawal, aggressive behavior, poor grades, or depression, we can help. We have clinicians on staff that work with teens and their families to help navigate the ongoing issues and get everyone back on track.