Teens struggle with many challenges. They are trying to find their place in this world, as well as their place in social groups. They want to be accepted, as this is often what gives them their identity. They look to others to feel needed and therefore establish their self-worth. They are also struggling with their fluctuating emotions that are normal throughout this time in their life, but feel new to them. There are also pressures to do well in school and succeed towards the dreams that they have for themselves.
Do you struggle with any of these?
Is Therapy Even Helpful?
Therapy can be a safe place to come and share the struggles you are having. It can sometimes feel difficult to talk to your parents about things that you are struggling with, out of fear that they won't understand. This is a completely normal feeling and while your parents may want to be the person you go to, it doesn't always feel that easy. Therapy can also help create better communication between you and your parents so you can feel the support that you need from them. Therapy can help you establish your identity in who you want to be and not who everyone else wants you to be, as these pressures can become overwhelming. Therapy provides coping skills for the difficult feelings that you have, as well as establishing your needs as an individual. Therapy can also help you learn how to deal with difficult emotions.
Resources for thoughts of wanting to harm or kill yourself: