therapy for teens and young adults in overland park
“Your teen and young adult years are full of trying new things, becoming independent, and making choices—all of which can be very stressful & confusing. Let’s work together so you can more fully enjoy your life.”
you can feel better
Starting therapy for teens and young adults can be scary when you’re already dealing with all the pressures of life, school, and career starts. The most important factor in the success of counseling is the relationship between you, the client, and me, “the therapist” so I strive for true connections with each person I work with.
In my practice, I strive to meet teen and young adults clients “where they are” with nothing but respect and without judgement. During our first sessions, we’ll spend some time getting to know each other so you can decide if you feel comfortable with me enough to share your struggles. Once you feel comfortable, we’ll work together to identify what matters to you and I’ll employ tools and techniques to achieve your goals.
learn to embrace who you are
How you see yourself can really shape how you feel about yourself, especially during those teen and young adult years. Negative experiences with peers, teachers, or family members can chip away at your self-confidence. Sometimes, others even create a negative narrative that we start believing about ourselves. But here's the
thing—you don't have to let those negative stories define you.
I will help you shift your self-perception. We can work together to rewrite those negative stories into positive ones, making your self-confidence shine brighter. With my support, you'll gain the tools to embrace a positive self-image and step into the world with confidence, ready to live your life to the fullest!
what can therapy for teens and young adults help with?
Finding it tough to connect with friends or fit in
Battling feelings of insecurity or low confidence
Dealing with negative thoughts or self-image issues
Exploring their identity and what it means to them
Struggling with self-harm or risky behaviors
Feeling down or overwhelmed
Dealing with worries or stress
Questioning sexuality or gender
Coping with substance use challenges
Facing difficulties with school or grades
There are many reasons therapy for teens and young adults can be helpful, each as unique as they are. Young adults and teen counseling can be helpful when:
If you (or your teen child) are experiencing any of these or other struggles, reaching out for young adult and teen counseling can be a positive step towards feeling happier and more confident!
understanding depression in teens and young adults
Feeling blue can lead to seeking therapy for teens and young adults. Your teens and twenties can be tough, right? Sometimes, you might feel like keeping your thoughts and feelings to yourself is the best option. You don't want to bother anyone with your emotions, at least that's what you might tell yourself. But here's the thing – keeping it all inside can make depression feel even worse.
The truth is, you deserve to talk to someone who truly understands you. When you have someone to talk to who gets where you're coming from, you can start learning how to manage your feelings and tackle your depression head-on. Understanding where your depression stems from is key. It allows you to take proactive steps in reducing its impact on your life and finding ways to feel better.
navigating teen and
young adult anxiety
There's no denying that life today can bring a lot of anxiety for teens and young adults. Whether it's the pressure of getting into a good college, fitting in with peers, navigating family dynamics, or figuring out what you want to do, there's a lot on your plate. Anxiety can lead to persistent negative thoughts and make it challenging to focus.
But here's the good news – young adult and teen counseling can be a game-changer in managing anxiety. I can teach you effective coping strategies to tackle anxiety head-on. You don't have to face anxiety alone – I’m here to support you every step of the way.
all about privacy in counseling
Privacy is a big deal, especially when it comes to talking about personal stuff in therapy. It's totally normal to worry that your parents or others might find out everything you share during a session. But here's the scoop – your trust and confidentiality are super important to us. You are my client and, unless I think you are in danger or are dangerous to others, I will not break your confidence. I will share everything thing others communicate to me about you. If I think it would be helpful to share some of your therapeutic details with others, I will make a plan with you BEFORE I do so. Your privacy, trust, and safety are my top priorities!