Supportive Therapy for Teens. in Calgary

Supporting Teens Through Life’s Big Feelings and Changing Times

Being a teenager today isn’t easy. There’s pressure — from school, friends, family, and social media. There are big emotions that can feel overwhelming or confusing. And sometimes, teens just need a space that’s theirs.

At Core Psychology, we offer individual teen therapy that’s compassionate, respectful, and genuinely helpful. Our goal is to help teens feel understood, supported, and more in control of their emotional world — while also easing the worry that parents often carry.

📞 Book a Free 15-Minute Parent Consultation

Is Your Teen…

• Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or constantly on edge?

• Struggling with low self-esteem or self-doubt?

• Pulling away from friends or family?

• Having a hard time with school stress, perfectionism, or motivation?

• Navigating identity questions, friendships, or big life changes?

• Showing signs of sadness, burnout, or emotional shutdown?

You’re not alone — and neither are they. Many teens experience challenges they don't know how to talk about, or that feel too “big” or confusing to manage on their own.

How Teen Therapy Helps

Teen therapy provides a supportive space to:

• Build coping skills and emotional regulation

• Explore identity, self-worth, and values

• Develop healthier communication with family and peers

• Learn to manage anxiety, perfectionism, or depressive thoughts

• Understand and express emotions safely

• Strengthen resilience during times of transition or stress

Our therapists meet teens where they’re at — no judgment, no pressure to "fix," and no lecturing. Just real conversation, thoughtful support, and tools that work.

What Parents Can Expect

We work closely with both the teen and the family — with respect for privacy and with clear communication. Here's how we do it:

• Intake begins with a parent consult (unless otherwise requested by the teen) to better understand your concerns and goals.

• We then begin building rapport with the teen, respecting their voice and autonomy in the process.

• We share general updates and themes as appropriate — with a focus on what’s helpful for you to know to support your teen at home.

We know parents are often trying their best — and we’re here to be a steady support for the whole family system.

A Safe Space for All Identities and Experiences

Our team welcomes teens from all backgrounds, including LGBTQ2S+ youth, and those navigating blended families, cultural tensions, or identity development.

Every teen’s experience is unique, and we work to honour that in our approach.

Our Approach to Teen Therapy

We draw from a blend of evidence-based modalities, including:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

• Emotion-Focused and Attachment-Based Therapy

• ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)

• Strengths-based and trauma-informed practices

• Narrative Therapy

• Music-Therapy Informed Counselling

Therapy is always tailored to the teen's developmental stage, personality, and interests. For some, that means a direct, solution-focused approach. For others, it’s slower-paced, creative, or expressive.

Meet Our Teen Therapists

Our clinicians are warm, attuned, and skilled in working with youth — always balancing professionalism with genuine connection.

Common Reasons Families Seek Teen Therapy

• Anxiety and panic

• School refusal or academic stress

• Friend drama and social exclusion

• Parent-teen conflict

• Perfectionism and burnout

• Grief and loss

• Gender and sexual identity exploration

• Self-harm and emotional dysregulation

• Feeling “stuck,” numb, or invisible

Start the Conversation Today

We know how hard it can be to watch your teen struggle — and how hard it can be for teens to open up. That’s why we take the time to build trust, show up with warmth, and create a space where teens feel genuinely heard.

Let’s help your teen feel more like themselves again.

📞 Book a Free 15-Minute Parent Consultation
📍Located in Marda Loop, Calgary — In-person and virtual sessions available