Teenage Counselling
Teenage years are a critical developmental stage filled with physical, emotional, and social changes that can sometimes lead to issues ranging from mild mood swings to more severe psychological challenges.
Common Symptoms of Teenage Problems Include
- Mood Swings: Rapid and intense emotional shifts that are not always predictable.
- Behavioral Changes: This can include withdrawal from family, sudden decline in academic performance, or increased conflict with peers and authority figures.
- Substance Use: Experimentation with alcohol, drugs, or other risky behaviors.
- Eating Disorders: Changes in eating habits, which may lead to noticeable weight fluctuations, can indicate issues like anorexia or bulimia.
- Anxiety and Depression: Persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, or emptiness that affect day-to-day functioning.
- Low Self-Esteem: Feelings of inadequacy or decreased confidence that might affect personal or social interactions.
These symptoms can cause significant distress for teenagers and their families, often leading to confusion and conflict within the household as family members struggle to understand and address these changes.
How Counselling at MANOURJA Effectively Treats Problems with Teenage
Counselling provides a supportive environment for teenagers to explore their feelings, understand the changes they are experiencing, and develop healthy coping strategies.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps address negative patterns of thought and behavior, providing practical skills for managing stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms.
- Family Therapy: Engages family members to improve communication and resolve conflicts, helping to create a supportive home environment.
- Group Therapy: Offers a space for teens to connect with peers facing similar issues, which can normalize their experiences and promote peer support.
- Motivational Interviewing: Aids in resolving ambivalence towards making positive life changes and enhances motivation.
- Mindfulness and Stress Reduction Techniques: Teach practical skills to manage stress and improve emotional regulation.
Steps in MANOURJA’s Counselling Process for Teenage
- Initial Assessment: A thorough evaluation to understand the specific concerns, family dynamics, and the teen’s social environment.
- Goal Setting: Collaboratively identifying goals with the teen and their family, focused on addressing the presenting symptoms and improving overall well-being.
- Development of a Personalized Treatment Plan: Creating a tailored plan that incorporates appropriate therapeutic approaches like CBT, family therapy, and group sessions.
- Regular Counselling Sessions: Engaging the teenager in consistent sessions to work through issues, monitor progress, and adjust coping strategies.
- Continuous Monitoring and Adaptation: Regular assessments to gauge progress and make necessary adjustments to the therapeutic approach to ensure it remains effective.
Through these Counselling strategies, MANOURJA aims to empower teenagers to navigate the complexities of their developmental stage, fostering resilience and positive growth that benefit both the teenagers and their families.
“Every new day brings a fresh start and a new opportunity to grow stronger and wiser.”