Teen/Adolescent Therapy
Lots of life changes happen when moving from childhood to adolescence. On the outside there are physical changes and you the parent may see social changes - new school, new peer group, new style, and so on. In addition to the seen changes there are emotional and cognitive changes that may be much less noticeable. Those less obvious changes don’t go unnoticed by our skilled therapists. They are able to dive deep with your teen to provide them with the tools, skills, and self-awareness that they need to succeed and thrive in their world.
Maybe you aren’t sure if therapy is right for your child. Sometimes the signs are obvious, while other times they are not.
More Obvious Signs:
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Physical changes
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Outbursts
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Extreme highs and lows
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Changes in school performance
Not As Obvious Signs:
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They’ve become withdrawn
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Experiencing a lack or loss of confidence
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Change in their character
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You discover they are using substances such as drugs or alcohol
As their parent you may be noticing small or large shifts from who your child was to who they are becoming. You may be wanting to be sure that they have everything they need to become a strong confident adult. We hear you, and we can help!
Signs your teen may benefit from therapy...
When to know to seek therapy for your teen?
Whether you notice small or large shifts in your child, therapy can be of significant value. It can be difficult to know how to navigate supporting your teen. It's possible your teen's feelings no longer make sense to you, or maybe you are unsure of what to do or how to help. That is a great time to reach out to our counselors for support. Our therapists will get to know your teen on a deep level so they will be able to best support them. They are skilled at helping adolescents navigate life's many changes.
The Mariposa Approach to Adolescent Therapy
Our therapists are passionate about helping your adolescent transition towards adulthood and thrive in the world around them. They are eager to not only listen and offer them a safe space but to guide and educate them for lasting change. They strive to equip them with resources, coping stratagies, and capabilities to make wise choices, feel confident and authentic in who they are, and best be able to manage life’s inevitable challenges.
It’s not so much about protecting your child from highs and lows but educating them on healthy coping skills to use as they navigate through life. When our therapists give your teen proper tools and knowledge, they can find their confidence again and shift from surviving to thriving. Our therapists want that and more for your child, plus they have specialized training to guide them in these ways. Individual therapy for your teen or adolescent can have a long-lasting influence on your child’s life - don’t wait, call today!
Adolescent Therapy in West Michigan
You do not have to watch your child struggle. Therapy can help them feel supported and learn new skills and tools to use throughout their entire life. Our convenient Grand Rapids Michigan office has caring therapists with immediate availability for Individual Therapy for your teen. You do not have to live in West Michigan to get adolescent therapy services by our skilled counselors. All of our therapists work in a hybrid fashion offering both in person and virtual appointments. For more information or for fast simple and always judgement-free scheduling you can call or text our office manager Emily Chivis at (616) 284-1329 or email her at echivis@mariposacounselingllc.com
