Dear Clinicians,
MFTs, CSWs, PCCs, Psychologists, and/or Psychiatrists.
Attention colleagues! We understand that it can be frustrating– daunting even, working with adolescents who may or may not be ready to be in the therapeutic space. However, the opposite also holds true, where adolescents can also be the most wonderful population to engage with when they do bring material to the therapeutic space.
Whether you are an experienced clinician or an avid newbie, most of us already know, there is no theoretical modality or a magic wand, for any one population or even an individual for that matter, that can magically take over what it means to be a clinician.
Our mission is to help navigate and provide creative solutions to engaging conversations to deep dive and explore how you can have a deeper connection when working with your adolescent clients.
Check out our blog for tools, psychoeducation, and/or coping skills that you can utilize to nurture the relationships with your adolescents.
Rapport Building with Teens
Establishing a strong therapeutic rapport is crucial for therapists working with adolescents. This quirky age group often experiences challenges and vulnerabilities that demand a personable and empathetic approach. Building trust and connection is fundamental to fostering nurturing and supportive environment where effective therapy can take place. Contrary to belief, you don’t have to be “hip”…
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Expectations & Acceptance
As clinicians, our role in supporting teenagers dealing with mental health stressors is multifaceted and often challenging. Establishing realistic clinical expectations is crucial for fostering a safe and productive therapeutic environment. Like any client population, teens are no exception to having to expect the unexpected. Although it is our role to build rapport with teens,…
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Real Eyes-Realize-Real Lies
Countertransference What is countertransference? Countertransference refers to the therapist’s emotional reactions and personal experiences that may arise during the therapeutic process. Like all clients that we face as clinicians, it may be inevitable for our own emotions to leak into the therapeutic space– however, it is the moment when we allow our own judgment and…
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Teen Stress & Wellness 