High Plains Counseling
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This is a small, privately owned practice in Northern Colorado. All appointments are done through video call, so you can live anywhere in Colorado and still get services! This practice focuses on teens and young adults ages 12-25
Common Issues in Teens and Young Adults (Ages 12-25)
Teens and young adults face many challenges as they grow and figure out who they are. Therapy can help them deal with these issues and learn ways to manage their emotions. Below are some common problems that teens and young adults often talk about in counseling:
Anxiety & Depression
Many young people feel anxious or sad because of school stress, social situations, or worrying about the future. This can look like:
Being afraid of social situations or performing in front of others
Constant worrying about different things
Feeling sad, hopeless, or losing interest in things they used to enjoy
Therapy can help them learn ways to handle these feelings and feel better.
Identity & Self-Discovery
This time of life is about figuring out who they are. Many young people think about:
Gender identity and sexual orientation
How they feel about themselves and their body
Finding their purpose and what makes them unique
For some, this might mean coming out or finding a safe space to be themselves.
Relationships & Social Problems
Social life can be hard, especially for teens. Some common challenges include:
Peer pressure or trying to fit in
Issues with friends, bullying, or online bullying
Understanding and setting boundaries in romantic or sexual relationships
Counseling helps them build confidence, communicate better, and deal with social stress.
School & Future Stress
Teens and young adults often feel a lot of pressure from school, college decisions, and planning for their future. Therapy can help them with:
Managing school stress and performance anxiety
Preparing for big changes, like starting high school or college
Setting realistic goals for the future
Substance Use
Some young people may try drugs or alcohol to cope with stress, fit in, or handle emotional pain. Therapy can help them find healthier ways to deal with their feelings.
Managing Emotions & Coping Skills
Learning how to deal with strong emotions is an important life skill. Many teens and young adults struggle with:
Managing anger, frustration, or sadness
Understanding their emotions and expressing them in healthy ways
Finding ways to cope with stress
Family Conflicts
It’s common for teens to have disagreements with parents or siblings as they try to become more independent. Counseling can help with:
Improving communication with family members
Setting healthy boundaries
Dealing with changes like divorce or remarriage
Trauma & Abuse
Some teens and young adults have gone through difficult or painful experiences, such as abuse or trauma. Therapy can help them process these events and heal.
Body Image & Eating Issues
Many young people feel pressure to look a certain way, which can lead to problems like:
Eating disorders, such as not eating enough or eating too much
Having a negative body image or low self-esteem
Learning to have a healthy relationship with food and exercise
Grief, Loss & Life Changes
Young people also go through big life changes, like losing a loved one, moving to a new place, or leaving home for the first time. Therapy helps them deal with these changes and feelings of loss.
Mental Health Conditions
Some teens and young adults might need support for specific mental health issues, such as:
ADHD
Bipolar disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Therapy provides tools to manage these conditions and improve daily life.