Teen Therapy

God has created each individual with unique talents to help grow His kingdom and honor Him. When I was in high school, my youth group often reminded us of 1 Timothy 4:12, which says, “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in…

By the time children reach adolescence, many of them are already introduced to dating culture. Parents often struggle to know how to lead their teens in their dating relationships. Some parents choose to not let their children date until adulthood, but for those who do, guiding them through their relationships is a balancing act. It’s…

Parents have a unique influence over their children’s lives. While teens need support from many adults as they develop their identity and value of themselves, the words of their parents will always hold significant weight. When parents are adults who did not have encouraging parents, it can be hard for them to know how to…

There’s a misconception amongst Christian groups in which self-care is labeled as selfishness, including self-care for teens. While self-care can be done in a selfish way, we can redefine self-care as understanding and seeking to meet our own needs. This requires self-awareness, grace, boundaries, and most importantly, a relationship with God. God has designed each…

As a Christian counselor for teens, I encounter many adolescents who are wrestling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and identity crises. The mental health of teens like these can directly reflect the environment they are growing up in, whether it’s at home, church, or school. According to the CDC, in 2021, “nearly one-third (29%) [of…

Isolation is a coping mechanism formed to separate an individual from what is hurting them. When teenagers are struggling with depression and anxiety, they can begin isolating themselves from those who love them. While teenage isolation may appear to be an easy route to alleviate pain within a hurting individual, the truth is it traps…

Parenting has to be one of the most beautiful and difficult things in the world. It requires humility and patience that can be difficult to muster at times. Parents are challenged to help their children navigate childhood while simultaneously equipping them to be healthy adults. This means when teaching them obedience, it’s important to include…

As a Christian counselor for teens, I have often come across parents who place the responsibility of teaching their child the Gospel onto their private schools, mentors, or church. While these sources can aid in nurturing and supporting your teen, they cannot replace the value of when you, the parent, teach your teen the Gospel….

The relationship between parents and children is a dynamic relationship that changes over time. When children are small, they depend on their parents for all of their needs; food, clothes, cleanliness, etc. As children grow, they begin seeking more independence from their parents. Their developing brains allow them to begin critical thinking, and eventually they…

People pleasing is common among all walks of life, and your teen may struggle with people pleasing more than you might realize. Our human hearts long for approval and acceptance from those around us. While it’s not unusual to see people pleasing in others, it can be more difficult to spot it in ourselves, let…