Navesink Wellness Center

During this time in your child's life, they face daily stressors and many unfamiliar situations. Unfortunately, they are ill-equipped at this stage in their development to fully identify and process these complex experiences. This can lead to behavior that's out of character for your child.

You may notice any of the following: aggressive behavior toward self and others, anxiety when separating from friends and family, constantly seeking reassurance, difficulty making and maintaining social connections, inability to identify and communicate feelings, irrational thoughts and worries, minimal ability to tolerate frustration.Whether at home or at school, your child faces adversities every day.

If you notice your teeneacting out more or she seems unhappy, you're making the right decision to explore options for help. After all, your daughter is going through a difficult period in her life. She's at a crossroads. As a teenager, she has yet to fully develop the ability to master rational thought.

Through psychotherapy, you have the opportunity to better understand the inner workings of your mind. This allows you to uncover the aspects of yourself that help and hinder your personal growth. Through this process, you learn to understand how previous experiences shaped your identity, your views of the world and, most importantly, your perception of yourself.

When considering couples counseling, it's natural to feel apprehensive. You may be worried that this decision could signal the end of your relationship. This is a common feeling. Keep in mind, couples who willingly attend therapy are more likely to find long-term success because of their participation.

When combined with other wellness treatments, some individuals benefit from the use of psychiatric services. This additional step can help identify specific diagnoses and address physical and emotional symptoms. When appropriate, we can prescribe medication to help minimize adverse symptoms experienced from emotional instability and unease.