The pressure, guilt, and worry that comes along with parenting is sometimes so overwhelming that we just breakdown. We get frustrated to the point of crying and yelling which makes it easy to question whether parenting was a good choice. Also, no two children will react the same to any given upbringing; therefore, parents have to find ways to cut themselves a break instead feeling like their the ones to blame.
Teens avoid parental advice in favor of the chaotic whims of their peers; even when it is obvious to everyone that they are not mature enough to make those life decisions. As parents, it's hard to strike the right balance of help and support while allowing your tween/teen the necessary space to grow and gain independence.
Teens avoid parental advice in favor of the chaotic whims of their peers; even when it is obvious to everyone that they are not mature enough to make those life decisions. As parents, it's hard to strike the right balance of help and support while allowing your tween/teen the necessary space to grow and gain independence.
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It is not easy to take steps to ask for help. It is hard for us as adults to acknowledge that we cannot do it alone, but it is extremely hard for teens to admit that they need help. They feel as if they should be able to figure it out or do not want to be embarrassed for not knowing. There is so much vulnerability in opening up to a counselor, but yet it shows so much courage.
My personal experience of being an adolescent with anxiety and body image struggles has since grown into a passion for helping adolescents and young adults through this gauntlet of social media comparisons, peer pressure, and the like.
Finding support in a world of mental health stigma can be very daunting, but I hope that your adolescent will find that working with me is easy, and that it is okay to ask for help, and to be open to the support given.My goal is to help your adolescent feel safe enough to be vulnerable and courageous enough to create the life they deserve and strive for.
Finding support in a world of mental health stigma can be very daunting, but I hope that your adolescent will find that working with me is easy, and that it is okay to ask for help, and to be open to the support given.My goal is to help your adolescent feel safe enough to be vulnerable and courageous enough to create the life they deserve and strive for.
The world can be challenging - from friends, family, school, social media, hobbies, and sports, there may be times where we experience difficulties in navigating our life. This can feel lonely, like nobody really "gets" you or understands what you are going through. Growing up I felt a responsibility to have everything "figured out", which led to many racing thoughts.
I love a challenging kid! Most likely because I was also a challenging kid. In middle school and high school, I made many poor decisions and had to visit the Principal's office on a few occasions. I was stubborn. I relished proving a teacher wrong and that I was correct. I thought I knew everything.
Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. Being a teenager has never been an easy time period to get through; it is filled with doubt and worry. There is overwhelming pressure to fit in and yet be unique. Teens can often feel as though they are lost, or unable to cope with the stress.
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Jessica provides a safe and welcoming environment for all the teens she sees. She tailors treatment to each teen and is incredibly patient and open to their needs. I have seen first hand the work she does and the connection she has with kids. I cannot recommend her enough as someone who will care for your teen and your family!
