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Adolescent Counseling

Adolescents are neither children nor fully grown adults. Adolescence is a transitional period during which intense physical, cognitive, and emotional changes occur, as individuals move from childhood to adulthood. Adolescents are individuals who are still dependent on others, while also striving to become independent and develop a sense of self-identity. During this time, they are expected to understand who they are and who they want to be, and to make a successful transition to adulthood. However, these changes and the search for independence can often lead to conflicts.

 

A healthy adolescence is crucial for your child to become a self-sufficient and decision-making adult. The physical, cognitive, and emotional changes that occur during adolescence can lead to emotional highs and lows. Furthermore, situations arising from family, school, and environmental factors can be challenging for both your adolescent child and you as a parent. Being young and growing up is a hopeful process. However, being an adolescent and finding one's way in the world is not always easy, especially considering the many new rules, rapid technological changes, and different environmental factors that exist today. While not all problems faced during adolescence require therapy, seeking professional help during difficult times can greatly contribute to a healthier transition.

 

Each individual is unique, and every adolescent is different. Therefore, before starting therapy, the problem experienced by the adolescent must be evaluated in conjunction with their physical, cognitive, and emotional health and other environmental factors. Following the assessment, therapy may be initiated if deemed necessary.

 

Working with adolescents individually is different than working with children. Although collaborations with families continue when necessary, the focus remains on the adolescent. Many topics fall within the scope of therapy. Among the most common issues addressed in individual therapy with adolescents are:

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  • Technology addiction

  • Gaming addiction

  • Peer bullying

  • School-related problems

  • Concentration difficulties

  • Anger problems

  • Sleep problems

  • Social relationship issues (difficulty making friends, conflictual relationships, etc.)

  • Depression

  • Anxiety disorders

  • Exam anxiety

  • Traumatic experiences

  • Grief

  • Divorce

  • Adolescent sexuality

  • Communication and conflict within the family

  • Fears

  • Nail biting

  • Hair pulling

  • Risky behaviors

  • Self-harming behaviors

  • Behaviors that harm others

  • Eating problems

  • Self-confidence problems

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