Individual Counseling
for Teens
The teenage years are difficult. Many teenagers are taking on more management responsibilities during this time, and balancing friends, family, grades, and/or activities can feel like a stressful juggling act. It isn’t uncommon for teens to experience anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, or conflict with peers/family.
If your teen is also struggling with the burden of managing chronic illness, these years are made even more difficult. Whether your adolescent is experiencing illness-specific distress, or is struggling with emotions/behaviors in other areas of life, it is helpful to talk with a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in this topic and understands.
*Please note I am unable to provide counseling for children under the age of 10, due to online counseling being most appropriate for teenagers ages 10 and up
for adults
Whether you’ve recently left home to go to college or you’re living independently and you’re trying out “adulting”, this time period can be stressful. This time includes lots of life changes and struggles involving career/school, friends, family, romantic relationships, family planning, life changes, etc.
If you’re managing a chronic illness, being on your own can also feel scary and lonely, in addition to being a big source of stress on its’ own. Your emotional distress and struggles could be illness-specific, or you may be experiencing struggles in other areas of life. Either way, it’s great to be able to talk with a counselor who can understand the impact that chronic illness has had on your life.
for parents/caregivers of a child/teen with chronic illness
Parents/caregivers often experience emotional distress from caring for someone with chronic illness. The emotional distress you experience related to the burden of helping manage daily tasks can affect other areas of your life, including relationships with spouse/partner, family, friends, and career. Research shows that parents of children with chronic illness are likely to experience high levels of parent stress. Whether your emotional struggles are related to your disease management role or other areas of your life, balancing it all can be difficult. It is helpful to receive support from a counselor who understands the impact of this role in your life.