Youth Counselling
Counselling for teens navigating the challenges that come with growing up.
Being a teenager can be hard. It’s a time of major change — new pressures, shifting friendships, big emotions, and a growing need for independence. All of this can feel confusing or overwhelming, especially when teens don’t have a safe space to talk things through.
At Embody Counselling, we believe one of the best things we can offer teens is consistent, caring support. Counselling isn’t about “fixing” them — it’s about helping them understand what they’re feeling, building skills to cope with life’s challenges, and learning to tolerate the discomfort that comes with growing up.
When teens have a stable adult presence and a soft place to land, the ups and downs of adolescence become easier to navigate. Many teens worry that something is wrong with them for feeling so much — but we know these intense emotions are a normal part of becoming who they are. Our work with teens centres on validation, compassion, and helping them build insight into what they’re feeling and why.
Our Approach to Counselling Teens
At Embody Counselling, we work with teens ages 13 and up. Our team has extensive experience supporting youth in a variety of settings and understands the importance of flexibility when working with teens.
We know that every teen is different — what helps one person open up might not work for another. That’s why we take time to build genuine, trusting relationships and tailor our approach to each individual. Sometimes that means offering space and validation, other times it means using humour, curiosity, or offering insights. Our goal is always to help teens feel seen, supported, and understood in a way that fits for them.
What Does a Typical Session Look Like?
Each session looks a little different, depending on what your teen needs that day. Some conversations are light and exploratory, while others go a little deeper. Sessions might include:
Talk therapy — a chance to share what’s on their mind in a calm, supportive space.
Creative or grounding activities — colouring, drawing, journaling, or mindfulness exercises to help express or regulate emotions.
Psychoeducation — learning about how stress, emotions, and the brain work so things feel less confusing and easier to manage.
Skill-building — practicing tools for coping, setting boundaries, or communicating more effectively.
Exploring relationships — understanding patterns with friends, family, or school dynamics. Offering support to navigate these relationships more skillfully.
Reflecting on experiences — connecting how past or present events may shape how they feel today.
Our goal is to make therapy feel natural and helpful — a place where teens can think, feel, and grow in ways that make sense for them.