The journey into and through the teenage years can be a minefield for some. Each generation is faced with a new set of challenges to deal with.

 

Social media, heightened exam pressures and the ever present peer pressure and bullying. Couple that with the fight for independence and an inability to express themselves with what’s going internally and you’ve a nice recipe for frustration, confusion and strained relationships!

 

WHEN YOU DON’T KNOW WHAT YOU FEEL OR WHAT TO DO WITH WHAT YOU FEEL IT’S USEFUL TO HAVE SOMEONE TO BRIDGE THAT GAP

 

It’s not uncommon for teens to be highly self-conscious, confused and worried.

There are many challenges throughout the teenage years to navigate.

 

With the right tools, strategies and guidance it’s not only possible to overcome them but to grow from them. If you’re a parent and you’re reading this remember one of the most important needs as humans is to feel heard.

 

This is where I come in. As an outside party and a former teenager (albeit a while ago) I have the insight of what the inner struggle is like and more importantly how to resolve it.

 

One of the most important things for children and teenagers as I see it is how to take control of their mind and get comfortable in connecting with their heart.

 

Otherwise emotional and mental overwhelm can contribute towards behavioural change, low self- esteem, anxiety, perfectionism, poor concentration and in some cases suicidal ideation.

 

When working with teenagers I always work closely with the parent/guardian as well.

 

Some of the areas I have successfully worked with are