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Anxiety

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has emerged as the primary treatment for anxiety and has been supported by research showing CBT can be a successful treatment for anxiety in as little as 8 sessions, whether or not medication is included.

With the addition of academic support, Mazzy Health takes a fuller approach to reducing anxiety surrounding school.

Body Image Concerns

We help teens view their body in terms of health, check in on their consumption of media (including social media), help parents model positive body image and help teens to put value in domains other than physical appearance.

Negative body image is unfortunately tied to higher rates of eating disorders, depression, decreased self-esteem, and nutritional deficiency. Our therapists support teens in changing their outlook and improving their health.

Depression

Various types of psychotherapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy and interpersonal therapy, can be useful in treating depression. Regular sessions can help teenagers and young adults…

— understand the causes of depression, identify and change unhealthy behaviors or thoughts;

— explore relationships and experiences;

— develop better coping mechanisms and problem-solving skills;

— set achievable goals;

— regain happiness and control; and

— ease depression symptoms such as hopelessness and anger.

Family Problems

Frequently, parents and adolescents have differing opinions about various matters within their households. Engaging in therapy can be a beneficial approach to initiating communication between family members. The role of a therapist is to facilitate family members in expressing their emotions and identifying resolutions that will enable them to communicate productively.

Our therapists tailor their services according to the specific requirements of each family and seek to provide an impartial outlook that can assist teenagers in comprehending any beneficial adjustments to their behavior.

General Mental Health

Many of our adolescent clients come to us without a diagnosed mental disorder. For older children and adolescents, an evaluation and therapeutic intervention may be beneficial if the child demonstrates any of the following symptoms:

— loss of interest in activities they previously enjoyed
— decreased energy levels
— irregular sleep patterns
— social withdrawal
— excessive dieting or exercise
— self-harm behaviors
— substance abuse
— involvement in destructive behaviors
— suicidal ideation
— high levels of energy and activity with little sleep

LGBTQIA+

Has your child or adolescent revealed that they identify as gay, lesbian, or bisexual, or are they uncertain about their sexual orientation? Alternatively, do you suspect that they might be apprehensive about sharing their sexual orientation with you? Are you unsure of how to support your child or teen throughout this process, and do you desire to provide them with a secure environment to explore this topic?

We can assist you and your child or teenager in navigating this journey together by providing LGBT child and teen therapy. Despite society’s progress in embracing diversity and acceptance, there may still be negative perceptions associated with LGBT+ identities. As a parent, it is natural to feel anxious and concerned about your child’s future, particularly if they may encounter discrimination and non-acceptance.

Managing Stress

Adolescents have to handle various challenges such as academic pressure, social life, and physical changes while also developing their independence from parents. The teenage years can be more stressful because the brain undergoes hormonal changes that heighten responses to stress.

It is crucial for teenagers to learn healthy ways to cope with stress, as negative coping strategies can lead to depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. A recent study found that therapeutic interventions can enhance adolescents’ personal abilities and resources, their bond with primary caregivers, and the environmental factors that foster a sense of belonging, thus improving their resilience.

Neurodiversity Stressors

Our neurodiversity-affirming therapists approach their work from the perspective that autism, ADHD, dyslexia, TS, OCD, dyspraxia, and other related conditions are not issues that require fixing but are instead unique neurotypes with their own set of strengths, needs, and challenges. The neurodiversity movement moves away from the notion that brains that differ from the norm are “disordered.”

A therapist who is working on your mind and outlook must also understand the differences at work.

Social Anxiety

The most commonly used method for treating social anxiety disorder and anxiety disorders in general is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). This approach is supported by evidence and typically has a short duration. CBT is effective because it focuses on setting realistic and measurable goals with patients in order to achieve specific results. When working with teens who have social anxiety, CBT addresses negative thoughts and unhealthy behaviors that can negatively affect their mood, such as thinking they are stupid or avoiding social situations.

By understanding the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, CBT empowers teenagers to take control of their anxiety.

Social Media Overuse

Although social media addiction has been increasingly acknowledged as a genuine and identifiable condition in recent times, it is not officially recognized as a disorder in the latest version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). Despite this, there are still various approaches available for treating social media addiction.

Our therapists use many of the available forms of therapy available to treat social media addiction, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and motivational interviewing.

Trauma / PTSD

Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) is a form of talk therapy that can be used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other types of trauma. It involves working with a mental health therapist and participating in activities to learn coping strategies.

Early therapy after a traumatic event can be helpful for anyone, not just those with PTSD.