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Adolescent Therapy

For Teens

  • You feel pressure from all sides — to keep up, to fit in, and not let anyone down.

  • You’re tired of pretending to be okay when you’re not, of feeling like no one gets it.

  • Maybe you’ve tried to talk to your parents or friends about it, but they just don’t understand.

  • You want to be able to breathe and to feel like you, without the weight of it all.

For Parents

  • You’re watching your daughter struggle, and it’s heartbreaking.

  • Maybe she’s more withdrawn, overwhelmed by school and friendships, or constantly anxious.

  • You miss the light in her eyes and the connection you used to share.

  • You’re trying everything you know, but nothing seems to help. You want her to feel okay again… and you’re not sure where to turn.

Growing up can sometimes feel so hard...

Adolescent therapy offers teens ages 12 to 17 a safe, supportive space to breathe, feel seen, and grow into who they truly are.

What is Adolescent Therapy?

Being a teenager today can feel like carrying the weight of the world — trying to be enough, keep up, and find your place while facing overwhelming emotions and constant self-doubt.

Adolescent therapy offers a safe, supportive space for teen girls to talk about what’s really going on beneath the surface — anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, self-harm, social pressure, or just feeling lost or misunderstood.

In our work together, we help teens build emotional awareness, confidence, and healthier ways to cope. Whether it’s learning how to manage big feelings, setting boundaries, or understanding themselves better, therapy gives teens a safe space to learn how to be the best version of themselves.

Be the best you can be

Common reasons teens and parents seek therapy

  • Stress, anxiety, and overwhelm.

  • Feeling pressure from school, relationships, or life in general.

  • Struggling with confidence, negative self-talk, or discomfort with appearance.

  • Difficulties with friends both on and offline, dating, setting boundaries, or navigating social pressure and exclusion.

  • Feeling misunderstood, disconnected, or frequently in conflict with parents or caregivers.

  • Experiencing mood swings, anxiety, or trouble managing emotions in a healthy way.

How Adolescent Therapy Can Help

Communication

Improve Communication

Manage Conflict

navigate Conflict with care

support through transitions or stress

Strengthen Intimacy

deepen emotional & physical Intimacy

Rebuild Trust

Rebuild or strengthen Trust

We use evidence-based, compassionate approaches tailored to your unique relationship. Depending on your needs, your therapist may draw from:

  • The Gottman Method – to support communication, conflict resolution, and strengthen friendship.

  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) – to help you understand emotional patterns and create a more secure bond.

  • Attachment & Somatic Approaches – to explore how past experiences and body-based responses impact your relationship dynamics.

    These approaches are inclusive of all relationship structures—whether you're married, dating, LGBTQIA+, monogamous, polyamorous, or somewhere in between.

Our Approach

What to Expect in Therapy

Initial Sessions
We'll explore your relationship history, what’s feeling hard right now, and what you're hoping to change or build together.

Ongoing Work
Each session, we’ll focus on understanding patterns, navigating challenges, and practicing tools that support deeper connection.

Between Sessions
We often offer reflections or exercises to help you keep the momentum going outside of the therapy room.

Ready to feel more confident ?

Adolescent therapy can help you breathe and feel supported and understood. We will meet you exactly where you are and walk with you toward where you want to be.

Meet our Adolescent Therapist

Sarah Spicer

M.C., Registered Provisional psychologist

Have more questions?

Adolescent Therapy Frequently Asked questions

  • Not at all. Seeking therapy is a sign of care, not failure. Many couples come to therapy because they want to understand each other better, strengthen their connection, or navigate a stressful time with more support. Just like we tune up a car or see a doctor for prevention, therapy can be a proactive way to nurture your relationship. Whether you're feeling stuck or simply want to grow together, it's a brave and thoughtful step.

  • That’s completely normal. It’s not uncommon for one or more partners to feel unsure or hesitant about starting therapy. Your therapist will create a supportive, respectful space where everyone involved can feel heard, valued, and engaged at their own pace.

    While it’s okay to feel uncertain, it’s helpful that all partners are open to showing up and exploring what’s happening in the relationship. Therapy is most effective when there’s a shared intention to reflect, grow, and care for the relationship together.

  • The number of sessions depends on your unique goals and what you want to work on together. Many couples and partners begin to notice positive changes within a few months of consistent therapy, but some relationships benefit from shorter or longer journeys. Your therapist will collaborate with you to tailor the pace and focus to what feels right for your relationship.

  • To maintain the integrity and focus of couples or relationship therapy, we typically recommend seeing a different therapist for individual work. This helps ensure that both your personal needs and your relationship goals get the dedicated attention they deserve without overlapping or confusion.

    We’re happy to connect you with another therapist on our team for individual therapy. With your permission, your individual and couples therapists can collaborate confidentially to provide coordinated and holistic care.

  • Risewell Psychology does not currently offer divorce or separation therapy.

    If you’re seeking support in this area, we’re happy to provide a referral to a trusted professional upon request.