Therapy for adolescents — a safe place to be heard.
Individual counselling for teens and young people ages 12 and up in Calgary and virtually across Alberta, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick — anxiety, mood, identity, relationships and the hard seasons of growing up.
Adolescence can feel like a lot at once — school pressure, friendships, identity questions, family dynamics, social media, and big feelings that don’t always have words yet. Therapy for adolescents gives young people a confidential, non-judgmental space with a trained clinician who is in their corner.
We work with teens and older children (12+) navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, self-worth, confidence, life transitions, and relationship or parenting stress at home. Sessions are paced for developmental stage — collaborative, respectful, and grounded in evidence-based approaches.
Adolescent therapy is different from family counselling, where the whole household is the focus. Many families use both: individual support for the teen, and family sessions when the system needs care together. Not sure which fits? Start with a free 15-minute consultation or meet Idy Akpan, who works with adolescents, adults and couples.
You might recognise some of these.
Small shifts that add up to real change.
- A confidential space that belongs to them
- Practical tools for anxiety, mood and stress
- Support for identity, self-worth and confidence
- Help navigating friendships, school and family
- Trauma-informed, culturally responsive care
- Clearer communication with the adults who love them
How we work with this in session.
Developmentally appropriate, collaborative sessions
Evidence-based approaches (CBT, ACT, DBT-informed skills, person-centred and narrative)
Trauma-informed and culturally responsive care
Parent/caregiver involvement when it supports the teen’s goals
Your first steps, gently.
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We usually start with a free 15-minute consultation so caregivers (and the teen, when ready) can ask questions and get a feel for fit. Your first sessions focus on building trust and understanding what feels hardest right now.
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Depending on age and consent, parents may be involved in parts of the work — while the teen’s session remains a safe, respected space. We’ll talk openly about confidentiality and how we share updates when it’s helpful and appropriate.
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Sessions are typically 50 minutes, weekly or every other week to begin. We check in regularly on what’s helping so therapy stays useful and paced for the young person in the room.
If a teen in your life could use a steady, supportive therapist, reach out for a complimentary 15-minute consultation.
Book, or send us a message.
If you’re ready, you can book your free 15-minute adolescent therapy consultation online. Prefer to ask a question first? Send us a message and we’ll reply within one business day.
Or call 587-220-7789.
Questions people often ask.
What ages do you see for adolescent therapy?
How is this different from family therapy?
Will parents know what we talk about?
Is adolescent therapy available virtually?
Take the first step, today.
Book a complimentary 15-minute consultation. Ask questions, get a feel for our approach, and decide if it’s the right fit — no pressure.