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Teen Therapy

Teen Therapy

Teen therapy gives young people one-on-one support to talk through challenges, understand their emotions, and learn practical skills for stress, relationships, and daily life — online and in person.

Description

Grace Bridge Family Counseling offers therapy for teenagers who need support with real-life issues like stress, anxiety, school pressure, family tension, friendships, social challenges, or feeling overwhelmed. Teens meet with a licensed therapist in a private setting where they can talk openly without being dismissed or judged.

During sessions, the therapist helps them understand what they’re feeling, where the struggles are coming from, and what they can do to handle situations more effectively. This includes communication skills, emotional regulation, building confidence, managing anger or anxiety, and learning practical tools they can use at home, at school, and in everyday life.

Our goal is to help teens function better, think more clearly, and feel more in control—not just during sessions, but in the real world. We support both the teenager and the family by offering guidance, clarity, and clear steps that actually make a difference.

What We Offer

  • Emotional Skills Training: Learn how to handle stress, anxiety, and strong emotions with practical tools that make situations easier to manage in daily life.

  • Communication Support: Practice how to speak up, set boundaries, and express what you’re feeling in a clear, respectful way at home, school, and with friends.

  • Coping Strategies: Get step-by-step methods for dealing with overwhelm, pressure, social issues, and tough moments instead of shutting down or reacting impulsively.

  • Behavior & Habit Support: Work on routines, decision-making, and problem-solving skills that help with motivation, follow-through, and handling responsibilities.

  • School & Social Guidance: Support for academic stress, peer conflicts, social anxiety, bullying, and the pressure to “fit in” without losing yourself.

  • Individualized Plan: Every teen gets a plan built around their situation, goals, and challenges—no generic worksheets or one-size-fits-all advice.

  • Parent Collaboration (When Appropriate): Parents get clear communication and guidance on how to support their teen without taking over or adding pressure.

Who It’s For

Mindfulness and meditation services are ideal for anyone who:

  • Teens dealing with stress or anxiety: For teenagers who feel overwhelmed by school, friends, family pressure, or everyday expectations and need real tools to handle it.

  • Teens who struggle to focus or stay organized: For students who have trouble concentrating, keeping up with schoolwork, or managing distractions.

  • Teens facing depression, anger, or irritability: For young people who feel emotionally heavy, frustrated, or stuck, and want help understanding and managing those feelings.

  • Teens who want to grow and understand themselves better: For those trying to figure out who they are, build confidence, and handle emotions in a healthier way.

  • Teens struggling with sleep, negative thoughts, or constant worry: For teenagers who feel stuck in their head and want strategies to calm their mind and break unhelpful patterns.

  • Teens looking for better control of their life and choices: For young people who want to communicate more clearly, make better decisions, and feel steadier during tough situations.

Expert Therapists

An experienced therapist who helps teens manage stress, emotions, and everyday challenges using practical, proven methods.

Alyssa Castillo, AMFT

Therapist & Teen Specialist

An experienced therapist who helps teens manage stress, emotions, and everyday challenges using practical, proven methods.

Alyssa Castillo, AMFT

Therapist & Teen Specialist

An experienced therapist who helps teens manage stress, emotions, and everyday challenges using practical, proven methods.

Alyssa Castillo, AMFT

Therapist & Teen Specialist