“Just because no one else can heal or do your inner work for you doesn’t mean you can, should, or need to do it alone.” — Lisa Olivera
Adolescence is a wonderful time, but it can be challenging to navigate. Our clinicians understand how unique this stage of life is as teens are developing their sense of self. We recognize this time as having considerable potential for positive change. Our clinicians use Experiential Therapy, Art Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy techniques, as well as other empirically proven techniques to assist adolescents to realize their potential and empower them to achieve growth.
We are equipped to help them to overcome a variety of challenges including:
Emotional, Physical, and Sexual Abuse/Trauma
Unhealthy Peer Influences
Family and Parental Conflicts
Problems with Healthy Relationships
Behavioral Problems
Anger Issues
Self Esteem and Self-Worth Difficulties
Substance Abuse
Pornography/Sexual Addictions
Warning Signs in Adolescents:
Loss of interest in family activities
Disrespect for family rules
Withdrawal from responsibilities
Verbally or physically abusive
Sudden increase or decrease in appetite
Disappearance of valuable items or money
Not coming home on time
Not telling you where they are going
Constant excuses for behavior
Spending a lot of time in their room
Lying about activities
Finding the following: cigarette rolling papers, pipes, roach clips, small glass vials, plastic baggies, remnants of drugs (seeds, etc.)
Sudden drop in grades
Truancy or consistently being late to school
Loss of interest in learning
Sleeping in class
Feelings of Hopelessness
Hypervigilance
Loss of interest in hobbies
Overreacts to physical contact
These symptoms maybe caused by a variety of factors. If your teen is experiencing these symptoms they may be in need of services. Please call for more information.
