Therapy for Youth in Kanata
Being a teen today is tough. I provide therapy in Kanata for youth who are struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, family stress, or feeling misunderstood. Together, we build trust, emotional tools, and a stronger sense of self.
Below, you’ll find a list of common presenting issues. If any of these resonate with you, please reach out.
Anxiety
When worries feel constant or overwhelming, therapy can help teens learn to manage anxious thoughts and feel more in control of their emotions.
Depression
If your teen seems withdrawn, sad, or stuck, therapy offers support and tools to help them navigate low moods and find hope again.
Self-Harm
Self-harming can be a way of coping with pain. Therapy provides a safe space to explore what’s behind the behaviour and develop healthier coping strategies.
Suicidal Thoughts
If your teen is struggling with thoughts of not wanting to be here, they deserve immediate support. Therapy creates a space for safety, expression, and connection.
Emotion Regulation
Big feelings can be hard to manage. Therapy helps youth learn how to notice, name, and navigate emotions without becoming overwhelmed.
Coping Skills
When life gets stressful, it helps to have tools. Therapy supports teens in building healthy ways to cope with pressure, change, and hard moments.
ADHD
Whether it’s focus, impulsivity, or frustration, therapy can help teens with ADHD develop structure, emotional skills, and self-understanding.
Social Skills
Struggling to make or keep friendships? Therapy supports teens in building confidence, communication skills, and social awareness.
Behaviour Problems
Outbursts, defiance, or acting out are often signs of something deeper. Therapy helps identify root causes and guide healthier behaviours.
Peer Relationships
Friendship challenges and social pressures can be tough. Therapy gives teens a space to talk things out and build stronger relationship skills.
Family Conflict
When tension at home builds, therapy can help your teen process emotions, feel heard, and improve communication within the family.
Identity
Many teens are exploring who they are. Therapy provides a non-judgmental space to talk about gender, sexuality, values, and self-image.
Life Transitions
Changing schools, moving, or family changes can feel destabilizing. Therapy helps teens adapt, adjust, and find their footing again.
Trauma
Difficult experiences—past or recent—can shape how teens see themselves and the world. Therapy supports healing and rebuilding trust and safety.
Self-Esteem
If your teen struggles with confidence or self-worth, therapy can help them build a more compassionate and empowered inner voice.
Procrastination
Procrastination is often tied to anxiety or pressure. Therapy helps uncover what’s getting in the way and how to take small, steady steps forward.
Perfectionism
When “good enough” never feels good enough, therapy helps teens challenge perfectionistic thinking and ease self-imposed pressure.
School Stress
Academic pressure, social stress, and performance anxiety are common struggles. Therapy supports teens in managing stress and setting realistic goals.
Ready To Take The First Step?
You don’t have to figure it all out before reaching out. Whether you’re ready to dive in or just curious about therapy, this is a safe place to start.
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