Summer break can be a powerful season of growth for teens—and a time of adjustment for parents. As your teen explores their identity and craves more independence, your role shifts from supervisor to steady supporter. In this post, we explore how to stay connected while giving your teen the space they need to grow into themselves with confidence and clarity.

Discover the crucial role of parent involvement in therapy for minors and how it can improve therapy outcomes. Learn effective strategies for supporting your teen in therapy, maintaining healthy boundaries, and building a strong partnership with their therapist. Explore the benefits of active parental involvement and how it fosters better communication and emotional well-being for your child.

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Many teens experience temporary or ongoing fears during periods of their adolescents. It isn’t uncommon for parents to try a variety of methods to help their children manage anxiety.

Depression and self-harm are not always openly discussed in homes or communities, and it may be difficult to discern how to best interact with your teen on these important topics.

Juggling these multiple roles can wear down your normal coping strategies, causing anxiety, depression, feeling overwhelmed, or even physical responses. 

Many teens struggle with how they view themselves. Peers, media, social media, and even extracurricular activities all can contribute to these struggles.

Many teens in therapy have concerns about sexuality. We know It can be difficult to find a safe space to discuss these sensitive issues.

Adolescents experience many transitions throughout this time in their development. These can include adjustments in the area of family, relationships, school, or extracurricular activities.

The development and function of the adolescent brain is no doubt very different than that of an adult. 

Relationships are incredibly important to teens. Recent advances in texting and social media have served to highlight the value teens place on peer relationships. 

It can be difficult to successfully navigate the various needs of spouses, children, and extended family members.