Child & Teen Therapy
The adolescent years can be difficult developmentally, socially, and everything in between. Don't you wish there was a handbook for parents and teens during this phase of life?
We have extensive training in working with teens who are struggling with:
Anxiety
Trauma (please read more on our trauma tab)
Adoption
Foster Care
Anger
Behaviors
Academic Stress
Emotional Regulation
Counseling for teens addresses the unique challenges and developmental stages that adolescents go through. The teen years are full of emotional turbulence. Teens may face intense emotions and stress. Counseling provides a safe space for them to express and understand what's going on inside and around them.
Here at Guiding Arrows Counseling we assess the individual needs and preferences of each teen and tailor the therapeutic approach accordingly. We may use somatic techniques or creative art to provide a holistic and effective means of supporting teens in their personal journey. Integrating sand tray therapy into teen counseling can also be a valuable and effective approach for this age group to help heighten conscious awareness.
Most teens don't want to sit and talk about their feelings. We fully understand that, and are supportive of your child's unique ways of self-expression. An enjoyable therapeutic process helps teens to express and learn about themselves in new ways. We aim to delivery a personal experience geared for this age group.
You don’t have to do this alone, I’m here for you!
FAQs
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Let's schedule a free 15 minute consultation so we can learn more about each other. Just fill in the information on our website.
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"Therapy is a way for kids to talk about their feelings and thoughts through play. Instead of using just words, you get to use toys, games, and art to show what's going on inside your heart and mind. The play therapist is like a friend who helps you express yourself and understand your emotions better. It's a special time just for you to play and learn how to work through hard things."
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Honestly, not much. The terms "therapy" and "counseling" are often used interchangeably, and their meanings can overlap. Therapy is a broader term that encompasses various forms of treatment for mental, emotional, or behavioral issues, while counseling implies a more focused, problem-solving approach to specific issues or challenges. Professionals providing therapy may include psychologists, psychiatrists, psychotherapists (like here at GAC), and licensed clinical social workers. Counselors often hold titles such as licensed professional counselors (also here at GAC), marriage and family therapists, school counselors, or career counselors.
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We are a private pay practice. The short to explanation as to "Why?" is because insurance companies require a diagnosis when sometimes one is not medically necessary, billing insurance limits confidentiality, insurance controls how many sessions you are allotted, AND they determine what modalities of treatment are covered which may not be suitable for your needs. With private pay, we can create a customized treatment plan specifically catered to you and your needs. We are happy to provide a superbill for you to file with your insurance company, although there is no guarantee of coverage.
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If you are seeking services for your child, the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) will join the child during the first session. This is our time to get to know each other, go over confidentiality and informed consent, how therapy is conducted, discuss the reason for services, and create treatment goals.
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We are in Aledo, directly off the access road between 1187 and Ranch House Road on the corner of Bankhead and Nu Energy. We are the large office space in the Bearcat Storage parking lot. We can't wait for you to enjoy our space as much as we do!
130 Nu Energy Drive
Aledo, TX 76008 -
If you are unable to attend a session, you may cancel at least 24 hours beforehand with no charge. Cancellations within 24 hours of the appointment are charged the full session rate.