Counselling for Teenagers Who Want to Feel Better

Teenage years can be challenging, confusing, and complex. But you don't have to figure it out alone. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, processing difficult experiences, struggling with relationships, or trying to make sense of who you are, I'm here to help.

I've worked with teenagers facing all kinds of challenges. What I've learned is that when you have someone who truly listens and understands, things start to shift. You feel less alone. You develop tools to manage what's happening. You start to feel better.

This is a safe, confidential space where you can express yourself freely and work towards feeling more like yourself.

WHAT BRINGS TEENAGERS TO COUNSELLING?

Anxiety & Stress

You're worried about school, friendships, the future, or things you can't quite name. It's affecting your sleep, your ability to focus, your relationships. You want to feel calmer, but you don't know how.

Trauma & Difficult Experiences

Something difficult has happened - abuse, loss, bullying, family breakdown, or other trauma. You're struggling to process it and it's affecting how you feel and behave. You need support to heal.

Depression & Low Mood

You feel low, unmotivated, or disconnected from things you used to enjoy. You're not sure why you feel this way, but it's affecting your daily life. You need help understanding what's happening and how to feel better.

Relationship Struggles

Friendships feel complicated. Family relationships are difficult. Maybe you're navigating a romantic relationship. You're not sure how to communicate or handle conflict. You want things to be better.

Identity & Self-Worth

You're questioning who you are - your sexuality, your identity, your values. Or you're struggling with self-doubt, perfectionism, or feeling like you're not good enough. You need space to explore these questions safely.

School & Academic Pressure

School feels overwhelming. You're struggling with motivation, managing workload, or dealing with pressure to perform. It's affecting your mental health and you need support to find a better balance.

Family Issues

Family relationships are strained. Maybe there's conflict, separation, or you feel unsupported at home. You need someone to talk to who understands what's happening.

Grief & Loss

Someone important has died, or you're grieving a significant loss. You're struggling to process it and need support to move through your grief.

HOW WE WORK TOGETHER

Initial discovery call (free, 30 minutes): We'll have a no-obligation chat where you can ask questions and I can understand what's going on for you. This is a chance to see if we're a good fit.

First full session: We'll establish what you want to work on, explore your situation, and start building a plan for how we'll work together.

Ongoing sessions: Typically weekly or fortnightly, depending on what works for you. We'll focus on your goals, develop practical strategies, and track progress. Sessions are £60 per hour.

Between sessions: You'll have tools and strategies to use in your daily life. We're not just talking in the session - we're building real change.

Your pace: There's no fixed timeline. Some teenagers work with me for a few months to navigate a specific challenge. Others work longer-term for deeper healing. We'll review regularly and adjust as needed.

Confidentiality: What you share with me is confidential. The only exceptions are if you're at serious risk of harm to yourself or others, or if there's abuse or safeguarding concerns. I'll always be honest with you about this.

Testimonials

"Jeff has been a beacon of support for my teenager. His understanding and approach have made a significant difference in our child's life." - Parent of a Teenage Client