The teenage and preteen years are a time of significant growth, change and self-discovery. It can also being challenges that feel overwhelming for young people and their families. Difficulties with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, friendship, family relationships, school pressures, grief, loss emotional regulation or life transitions can impact a young person's well being and daily life. 

Adolescent Psychotherapy provides a safe, confidential, and supportive space where young people can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences with a qualified therapist. Through a trusting therapeutic relationship, adolescents are supported to better understand themselves, develop healthy coping strategies, build resilience, and strengthen emotional wellbeing. 

How Therapy Can Help 

Therapy may be beneficial for young people experiencing:

* Anxiety & Worry
* Low Mood or Depression
* Stress & School-Related Pressures
* Social Difficulties & Friendship Issues
*Grief & Loss
* Emotional Regulation Difficulties
* Low Self-confidence or Self-Esteem
* Life Transitions & Adjustment Challenges
 *Behavioural or Emotional Difficulties

What to Expect
Sessions are tailored to the individual needs of each young person. Depending on age, preference, and presenting difficulties, therapy may include:
* Talk therapy
* Creative and Expressive approaches
* Therapeutic games & Activities
* Mindfulness & Emotional Regulation Strategies
* Strengths-based & Solution-focused Interventions

The pace of therapy is guided by the young person, ensuring they feel respected, heard, and supported throughout the process. 

Adolescent Psychotherapy sessions are usually weekly, at the same time each week, and last for 45 to 50 minutes. I usually recommend an initial block of 8 sessions, this includes a parent initial consultation, 6 psychotherapy sessions and a parent review session.  

Working with Parents
Parents play an important role in a young person's emotional wellbeing. An initial parent consultation is held before therapy begins to gather information and discuss goals for support. This can be with the parents and the young person or just the parents. 
Regular review meetings may be offered throughout the therapeutic process to discuss progress, address concerns, and consider any recommendations. Confidentiality is respected at all times while maintaining appropriate parental involvement and safeguarding responsibilities.
FEES

Initial Parent Consultation (60 minutes): €80-€100

Adolescent Psychotherapy Session (45-50 minutes): €80-€100

Parent Review Consultation (60 minutes): €80-€100
Many private health insurers offer partial reimbursement for Psychotherapy with an accreditated Psychotherapist
with the Irish Association of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy. Please check your individual policy for eligibility.