Teen counseling works by using multiple techniques, tailored to fit the teen’s unique needs — based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks teen therapists in Colorado Springs have the expertise and experience to help young individuals at their level.
Signs that teens might need Teen counseling can be very subjective, as they are experiencing many changes and can have intense reactions to them. As parents, you know your child best and are best equipped to judge whether certain reactions are standard behaviors for your teen or whether they might be hinting at a larger problem. Even so, there are a few common signs and events that often point to a need for therapy, such as experiencing divorce or loss, grief, consistent low moods, teens distancing themselves and becoming isolated, losing interest in hobbies, excessive anger or irritability, substance use issues, and suicidal ideation, among others.
Counseling for Adolescents in Colorado Springs, CO
The Thriveworks Colorado Springs professionals have years of experience and expertise with teens – let us help. If you’re ready to work with a provider at Thriveworks Colorado Springs, simply give us a call at (719) 259-4585 today.
Why choose Colorado Springs Thriveworks Teen Therapy?
Teens and families find many benefits when meeting with one of our skilled mental health professionals. No matter the reason you are pursuing counseling, whether it’s an academic, personal, or social concern, we are equipped to help.
Our professionals have experience working with many issues facing adolescents today:
- Gaming addictions
- Social Media addictions
- Self-harm
- Panic attacks
- Social anxiety
- Depression
- Isolation
- Suicidal thoughts
- Anger
- Family dynamics
- Perfectionism
- Lying
- Low self-esteem
- Difficulty making and keeping friendships
- Eating concerns
- Focusing concerns
- Academic concerns
- School Attendance problems
- Discipline problems
Growth in compassion and empathy will help them in their social world. Growth in self-esteem will help them cope with mistakes and try new things. Growth in perseverance will help them to hang in there and not give up quickly when things become difficult.
All of these areas of development help a teen to become resilient, which will help them to have the confidence to overcome whatever life throws at them.
Adolescent Therapy Strategies
Adolescents vary in their willingness to participate in therapy. This is where the counselors at Colorado Springs Thriveworks really shine.
Even with the most reluctant adolescents, we work to understand and connect with them. Once the relationship is established, we use a variety of techniques to understand your teen’s thoughts, emotions, and actions, set goals, and work together to get your teen growing and thriving in life.
You’ll be surprised that even very reserved and quiet teens will open up and work collaboratively with our professional counselors.
Teen Therapy Strategies May Include:
- Art and Music therapy
- Talk therapy
- Mindfulness skills, such as breathing techniques and relaxation
- Teaching coping skills
- Teaching self-awareness
- Teaching communication strategies for interpersonal skills
- CBT therapy (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
- DBT therapy (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy)
- Strength-based strategies
- Positive psychology
- Small Groups (see details below)
- Role Playing
The professional counselors for adolescent therapy at Thriveworks Colorado Springs individualize each therapy plan. Just as each adolescent and family is unique, so are the techniques and strategies used. We will work with you to identify goals and discuss progress as we close into the identified goal. In addition, we want your teen to leave each session with a spring in their step and a renewed sense of confidence.
Small Groups – The benefits for teens are plentiful!
- Strong sense of belonging
- Connection and relationships with other people
- Sharing of positive ideas
- Growth in self-worth and self-confidence
- Strengthen relationship skills
- Sharpen communication skills
- Find passions and interests
At Thriveworks Colorado Springs, we are continually running small groups. We find the therapeutic setting and the sense of belonging create an ideal environment to grow and develop in any area. Look under the “groups” tab at the top of the home page for more details. Contact 719-266-3919 to schedule.
Details: Each small group will have 2 providers, and 6 people in them. They will run for 8 weeks, with 1 session each week. The cost is $400 for the entire length of the group.
Let Us Help!
Scheduling – easy peasy! When you call our number, you’ll talk with a Thriveworks specialist who will walk you through scheduling your first appointment. At Thriveworks, we will partner with you to build a network of support around your teen.
Call us today at 719-266-3919.
