Therapists in T8N
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Registered Provisional Psychologist, BSc, MSc
Verified Verified
St Albert, AB T8N
I offer a warm, compassionate, respectful, supportive and safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment. I have over five years experience working with children, teens, adults and families in mental health institutions. I understand that reaching out for help can be a difficult and courageous step, and I want to commend you for considering it. Life presents us with various challenges, and sometimes we can feel overwhelmed or stuck in patterns that hinder our growth and happiness. I am here to support you every step of the way whether you're struggling with the issues highlighted.
I offer a warm, compassionate, respectful, supportive and safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment. I have over five years experience working with children, teens, adults and families in mental health institutions. I understand that reaching out for help can be a difficult and courageous step, and I want to commend you for considering it. Life presents us with various challenges, and sometimes we can feel overwhelmed or stuck in patterns that hinder our growth and happiness. I am here to support you every step of the way whether you're struggling with the issues highlighted.
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Teen Counsellors
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.