Adolescent counselling
Counselling support for adolescents and their families
A clear, age-appropriate setting where an adolescent can speak about anxiety, relationships, school, self-image and change, with careful attention to the family context.
Age-appropriate
therapeutic communication
Clear boundaries
for adolescent and parents
Family context
considered responsibly
When an adolescent’s daily life begins to feel more difficult
Support may be relevant when anxiety, withdrawal, conflict, school pressure, friendships, self-image or a family change affects wellbeing or everyday functioning.
Anxiety & pressure
School, exams, social situations or worries that become hard to manage.
Relationships & identity
Friendships, self-image, belonging and the many changes of adolescence.
Family communication
Repeated conflict, distance or uncertainty about boundaries and support.
The framework is explained before sessions begin
The professional discusses participation, privacy and its limits, communication with parents and the goals of support in a way that is appropriate for the adolescent’s age and circumstances.
Common questions
Do parents attend the first meeting?
The format depends on age, the request and the professional’s assessment. It may begin with parents, the adolescent, or a carefully planned combination.
What remains private?
Confidentiality and its safety-related limits are explained clearly to both the adolescent and parents before the work begins.