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Therapy for Teens
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Understanding Therapy for Teens

Adolescence is a time of immense growth and change, filled with unique pressures related to individuality, peer relationships, academics, and future aspirations. While many teens navigate these years successfully, some may experience emotional distress, behavioural challenges, or simply feel overwhelmed. Therapy provides a crucial, confidential space for teenagers to explore these complexities, develop coping strategies, and build resilience. It’s an opportunity for them to feel heard, understood, and empowered to manage the ups and downs of adolescence.

Our Approach to Teen Therapy

At our Burlington location, we understand that effective therapy for teens requires a sensitive, adaptable, and engaging approach. Our therapists prioritize building a strong, trusting rapport, creating a safe environment where teens feel comfortable opening up.

We tailor our methods to each individual, recognizing that what works for one teenager might not work for another. Our approaches often integrate:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) skills: Helping teens identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns, leading to more positive feelings and behaviours.

  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) informed strategies: Teaching emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness.

  • Strength-based perspectives: Focusing on the teen’s existing strengths and resiliencies to build upon them.

  • Psychoeducation: Providing information about mental health topics in an accessible way.

  • Creative and expressive techniques: Using activities, discussions, and tools that resonate with adolescents, moving beyond traditional talk therapy when needed.

Our goal is to equip teens with practical tools they can use in their daily lives to foster self-awareness, improve communication, and navigate challenges with greater confidence.

Meet Our Burlington Teen Therapists

Compassionate & Caring Therapists for Teens

Tianna Downey

Registered Psychotherapist Qualifying
Teen Therapist

Tianna is deeply passionate about supporting teenagers through their unique developmental journey. She brings a warm, empathetic, and relatable presence to her sessions, easily connecting with adolescents and creating a non-judgmental space where they feel truly seen and heard. Tianna focuses on empowering teens to explore their emotions, build self-esteem, and develop effective coping mechanisms for the various pressures they face. She is skilled in drawing on a range of therapeutic techniques, ensuring that her approach is tailored to the individual needs and preferences of each teen, fostering growth and resilience for a healthier future.

Naila Carbone

Registered Psychotherapist Qualifying
Teen Therapist Naila is a compassionate and skilled therapist dedicated to supporting adolescents as they navigate complex emotional landscapes. With a nuanced understanding of developmental stages, Naila excels at building strong, trusting relationships with teens, creating a safe and confidential space for exploration. She integrates a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) informed Interventions, to help teens understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Naila is particularly adept at helping teenagers express challenges they may struggle to verbalize, guiding them toward greater self-awareness, emotional regulation, and effective problem-solving in their lives.

Is Therapy Right for Your Teen?

Therapy can be incredibly beneficial for teenagers experiencing a range of concerns, including:

  • Anxiety, stress, and panic attacks

  • Depression, sadness, or hopelessness

  • Low self-esteem or body image issues

  • Peer pressure and social difficulties

  • Family conflict or communication challenges

  • Academic stress or burnout

  • Identity exploration and self-discovery

  • Anger management

  • Grief and loss

  • Coping with life transitions

If you are a teen looking for support, or a parent seeking guidance for your child, our therapists are here to help foster a path towards greater well-being.

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Ready to Learn More?

Contact us today to schedule a consultation at our Burlington location and discover how our teen therapy services can support your adolescent’s healthy development.

Learn More or Book a Consultation for Teen Therapy in Burlington Today!

You can also call our Burlington office directly at:  

 

.1401 Plains Rd East 

Burlington, ON. 

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