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The teenage years are a time of transition, from childhood to adulthood, from dependent to independent. And just as familial relationships are an essential part of childhood, peer-to-peer connections are an integral part of adolescence. When we are teenagers, our social interactions are one of the primary ways we explore the world. We experiment with new ways of thinking and being, and learn how to form healthy relationships with others. Social interactions also allow us to build confidence and self-identity that we carry into adulthood. 

With so much technology at our fingertips, it’s no many teenagers would choose to participate in online therapy over in-person therapy. Online...

Ask anyone you know if they would want to relive their teenage years if they could and the answer will almost always be no. It’s not that being a teenager wasn’t fun and exciting and full of adventure, because it was. It’s just that hormones, high school, and big decisions during that time combine to make our teenage years some of the most challenging we will experience.

Although a lot of teenagers feel lost or overwhelmed, they seldom turn to their parents for help. Parents are, after all, the very people teenagers want time and space away from.

Because of this, teen therapy may be a very good option as a way to help teenagers navigate the challenges they are experiencing and to help bridge the gap between parent and teenager. As you consider if this is the right path for you or your family,