TEEN COUNSELING
“Adolescents need freedom to choose, but not so much freedom that they cannot, in fact, make a choice.” - Erik Erikson, Developmental Psychoanalyst
Are there any specific concerns or changes you've noticed in your teen's behavior or mood that make you think counseling might be beneficial for them?
Changes in adolescence are to be expected. After all, the the brain undergoes significant developing throughout adolescence into early adulthood. Certain changes are normal, such as seeking more privacy or spending more time with friends; however, changes such as sudden mood swings, withdrawal from activities once enjoyed, or engaging in risky behaviors may be indicative of a problem. If you're concerned about your teen, seeking support through counseling can be a positive step in helping them cope and thrive.
At Portland Insight Psychotherapy, we recognize the distinct challenges a teen boy faces.
Being male-identified psychologists, we share in the lived experience that is informed by this identity. Our expertise is further supplemented by our training and extensive clinical practice in adolescent psychology and by our experiences within athletic settings an athlete, consultant, and coach.
Here are a few of those challenges we have research-backed training in and experience working with:
Anxiety, stress, and overthinking
Depression, loneliness, and low motivation
Withdrawing and avoiding activities
Autism and ADHD
Athletic performance
Communicating with family and friends
Time management and sleep quality
Self-esteem, body image, and confidence
Our philosophy on parent involvement:
Involving parents throughout their teens involvement in therapy is invaluable to the outcome of teen counseling. To learn more about our approach, check out how we involve parents.
