Teen Therapy

At Counseling of Alexandria, our team of diverse, experienced, and licensed therapists, is skilled in working with teens and has received specialized training in Adolescent Therapy. We understand the unique challenges teens face today and use a variety of therapeutic approaches to address their emotional and developmental needs.

• Adolescent Therapy: This approach focuses on helping teens build self-awareness, emotional regulation, and healthy decision-making skills. It recognizes that adolescence is a time of identity formation and works to support teens in navigating this journey.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):CBT helps teens identify negative thought patterns and replace them with healthier, more constructive ways of thinking. It’s particularly effective for managing anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues.
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): This approach is designed to help teens regulate their emotions, improve their interpersonal relationships, and develop healthy coping strategies, particularly for those struggling with intense emotions or impulsive behaviors.
• Family Systems Therapy: Family dynamics often play a critical role in teen development. We involve families in the therapeutic process to ensure a supportive home environment that promotes the teen’s emotional growth.
• Trauma-Informed Care: If your teen has experienced trauma, we create a safe space for them to process their experiences and begin healing. We use techniques that allow teens to express their emotions without feeling overwhelmed or retraumatized.

Our therapists are not only trained to work with teens but also to understand the pressures and stressors unique to today’s generation. Whether it’s helping teens cope with social media, academic pressures, or difficult family situations, we provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment where they can express themselves and work through challenges.