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Supporting Your Teen’s Mental Health and Growth
Navigating the teen years can be challenging, both for young people and their families. At Rise and Shine Counseling and Wellness, we provide specialized Youth & Teen Psychotherapy to support adolescents in understanding and managing their emotions, building resilience, and developing healthy coping skills.
Our compassionate therapists are here to guide your teen through this crucial stage with personalized care and evidence-based approaches.
Will Adolescent Psychotherapy Help My Teen?
The adolescent years often bring tension, misunderstandings, and stress for the whole family. When teens experience strained social relationships, school struggles, or sudden shifts in mood, it can feel difficult to know how best to respond as a parent.
Family therapy offers a collaborative space to address these common challenges—whether it’s helping a teen who is withdrawing, managing family conflicts, or finding constructive ways to handle academic pressure and social stress.
Through structured sessions, we provide tools and strategies that foster positive communication, create healthier family dynamics, and guide each family member toward a stronger sense of connection and resilience.
Therapy For:
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Anxiety and Stress Management
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Peer Relationships and Social Skills
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Depression and Mood Disorders
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Behavioral Issues
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Academic Challenges and School Stress
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Identity and Self-Esteem
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Coping with Family Dynamics
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Emotional Regulation
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Navigating Life Transitions
Find the Support You Deserve
​Taking the step to bring your teen into therapy can be transformative for your family, showing your teen that their experiences are valid and that you’re willing to work together on any challenges. Teens often feel respected when parents acknowledge the impact family dynamics have on everyone, creating an environment where positive change can happen for all.​
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Get in touch with us to learn more about our youth & teen psychotherapy services—offered in-person at our Cincinnati office and online throughout Ohio—and how we can help your teen & family thrive.
Youth & Teen Psychotherapy
Our Youth/Teen Psychotherapy services are designed for teens and pre-teens (and children ages 6+) experiencing a wide range of challenges, from academic stress and peer relationships to emotional regulation and identity development.
Teen Mood Disorders:
Managing Anxiety, Depression, and More
Social relationships can feel overwhelming, especially for teens dealing with anxiety or depression.
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Therapy helps teens explore their feelings and recognize how their thoughts impact mood and behavior, allowing them to build self-awareness, strengthen self-esteem and their confidence in social situations.
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We teach teens evidence-based techniques to manage stress and handle difficult emotions, creating a toolkit they can use in school, social settings, and beyond.
Family Conflict:
Therapy to Improve Relationships at Home
As teens seek greater independence, conflicts with family can arise. Therapy supports families in understanding this transition and setting healthy boundaries.
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Essentially, teen therapy (plus family/ parenting support sessions) provides a structured environment for families to communicate openly, helping parents and teens better understand one another and foster mutual respect.
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Difficult life events, such as divorce, a death in the family, or an absent parent, can also deeply affect teens. Therapy helps them process these experiences and find stability.
Teen Behavior Issues:
Addressing Defiance, Aggression, and More
Therapy helps identify the root causes of defiance and aggression, focusing on understanding and addressing triggers that precede alarming or attention-getting behavior.​
When behaviors occur across different environments, therapy can offer consistent strategies that work in both home and school settings.
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Therapy provides teens with practical tools to manage strong emotions, teaching them how to respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively.
Whether your family & teen are dealing with mood disorders, behavior issues, navigating family conflict, or simply looking to improve your relationship & communication skills, our therapists are here to guide your teen.
Our Approach to Therapy: Tailored to Your Needs
At Rise and Shine Counseling and Wellness, Our skilled therapists use a variety of evidence-based and creative approaches to meet each teen’s unique needs:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) A structured approach that helps teens recognize, challenge, and change negative thought patterns, improving both mood and behavior over time.
Mindfulness and Stress Management Practical techniques that teach teens how to manage anxiety, stay grounded, and approach difficult emotions with greater calm and self-awareness.
Strength-Based Therapy Focuses on identifying and building each teen’s personal strengths, fostering resilience, and boosting self-confidence by highlighting their unique capabilities.
Solution-Focused Therapy A goal-oriented approach that encourages teens to find practical solutions and take actionable steps toward overcoming specific challenges in their daily lives.
Creative & Expressive Interventions Engages teens in therapeutic expression through art, music, and other creative outlets, allowing them to process emotions and communicate in ways beyond words.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Helps teens accept challenges that may be out of their control while empowering them to commit to meaningful, positive actions that align with their values.
Family Integration & Parenting Support Sessions When beneficial, family & parenting sessions are included to strengthen communication and understanding, support the teen’s progress, and improve overall family dynamics.
FAQs About Family Behavioral Psychotherapy
What can I expect in my teen's first therapy session?
The first session is a time for the therapist to get to know your teen and for your teen to feel comfortable sharing. The therapist may ask questions about their interests, challenges, and goals to create a personalized approach. The session typically lasts 45 minutes and will involve some initial assessment questions to help us understand the family dynamic and the goals you have for therapy.
How can I support my teen’s therapy journey?
Supporting your teen’s therapy journey involves being understanding and encouraging open communication. We also offer family and parenting sessions to help you implement positive changes at home.
Is family involvement a part of teen therapy?
Family involvement can be beneficial, and we may incorporate family sessions as needed to improve family dynamics and support the teen’s therapeutic progress.
How do I know if therapy is helping my teen?
You may notice positive changes in your teen’s mood, behavior, and ability to manage stress. We regularly check in with both teens and parents to ensure progress is being made and adjust the approach as needed.
Begin Your Healing Journey Today
If your teen is struggling, early intervention can make a lasting difference.
Contact us today to schedule an initial consultation and learn how our Youth/Teen Psychotherapy services in Cincinnati can support your teen’s well-being and growth. Our dedicated team of Aetna, Optum, and United therapists in Cincinnati is here to support you every step of the way.
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At Rise & Shine Counseling and Wellness, we're committed to helping you build a brighter future for your family.
Some of our therapists are in-network with major insurance providers like Aetna, Optum, and United to offer affordable teen therapy in Cincinnati.
