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EXPERIENCED PSYCHOLOGISTS PROVIDING TEEN THERAPY IN EDMONTON

Counselling for Teens in Edmonton

TRUSTED EDMONTON THERAPISTS SPECIALIZING IN TEEN COUNSELLING

Helping Teens in Edmonton Navigate the Challenges of Growing Up

At Solace Psychology & Wellness, our therapists in Edmonton and St. Albert, understand that adolescence can be both exciting and overwhelming, and that teens often need a safe, supportive space to process the big changes happening in their lives. That’s where teen counselling can make a difference.

Is your teen feeling overwhelmed by school pressure, social media, friendships, or changes in mood and behaviour? Are they struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, perfectionism, trouble sleeping, or difficulties balancing academics, sports, and extracurriculars? Perhaps they’re navigating a major life transition like starting high school, parental separation, moving, or preparing for university… and finding it difficult to cope.

Our teen-friendly environment is designed to help adolescents feel comfortable, respected, and understood. We recognize that every teen is unique, with their own experiences, challenges, and strengths. Our skilled Teen Psychologists specialize in connecting with teens, building trust, and creating a space where they can open up without fear of judgment.

Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness-based practices, we help teens manage stress, reduce anxiety, build resilience, boost self-esteem, and develop healthier coping strategies. We also thoughtfully blend in Art Therapy techniques where helpful, as creative expression can be an engaging way for teens to process emotions, reduce stress, and stay actively involved in therapy. Therapy provides teens with practical tools to handle daily challenges while empowering them to better understand their thoughts, feelings, and relationships.

At Solace Psychology & Wellness, we believe that every teen has the potential to thrive when given the right guidance and support. Together, we can help your teen build confidence, navigate challenges with resilience, and create a strong foundation for a brighter future.

Direct billing is available for select insurance companies.

Stronger Confidence, Better Coping, Brighter Futures

Evidence-Based Teen Counselling in Edmonton

Our experienced team of Psychologists support teens in Edmonton and St. Albert with overcoming challenging situations, learning healthy coping skills, and fostering self-compassion.

Adolescence is a time of immense growth, self-discovery, and change. Many teens feel overwhelmed trying to balance the various demands of growing up, including school, friendships, dating relationships, family time, self-care, sports, extracurricular activities, work/volunteering, and career/university preparation. Not only that, but add on the pressure of body image, reputation, and getting good grades, while being influenced by peers, social media, and the like.

At Solace Psychology & Wellness, our skilled Teen Therapists in Edmonton focus on building trust and connection with each teen, creating a safe space to talk openly and set meaningful goals. We help teens better understand their thoughts and emotions, build coping skills, and navigate the unique pressures they face. Parents are often encouraged to join select sessions, as working together can strengthen family communication and support a teen’s progress outside of therapy.

We we are committed to helping adolescents gain confidence, resilience, and clarity as they move through this important stage of life.

Offering in-person teen therapy sessions in Edmonton and St. Albert, as well as virtual sessions across Alberta.

Teen Counselling Can Help with:

  • Addiction & Substance Abuse
  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety, Fears, & Worry (including perfectionism, panic attacks, social anxiety, & separation anxiety)
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Body Image
  • Bullying
  • Career/School Counselling 
  • Depression
  • Divorce & Blended Families
  • Emotion Regulation 
  • Friendship & Dating
  • Grief & Loss
  • Identity Development
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • School Stress
  • Self-Esteem & Confidence
  • Self-Harm
  • Sleep Struggles
  • Social Skills & Boundaries
  • Sports Performance
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma, Abuse, & PTSD

HOW COUNSELLING AT SOLACE CAN HELP ADOLESCENTS

Counselling for Teens in Edmonton

Teens don’t need to have an official mental health diagnosis to benefit from counselling. Therapy offers adolescents a safe, non-judgmental space to sort through their emotions, thoughts, and behaviours. Instead of bottling things up or pushing them aside, counselling gives teens the chance to talk openly, gain perspective, and develop healthy ways to cope.

Adolescence is a time of identity-building and self-discovery. As teens navigate questions about who they are and where they belong, it can make a world of difference to have a supportive professional outside of their family and peer circle to confide in. This safe, neutral space helps teens feel heard without judgment or pressure.

What makes Solace Psychology & Wellness unique is our commitment to meeting teens exactly where they are. We know that opening up in therapy isn’t easy, which is why our Teen Psychologists take the time to build genuine rapport and trust before diving into deeper work. We’re not pushy or prescriptive; we work collaboratively, creating space for teens to share at their own pace. Along the way, we use evidence-based approaches and, when helpful, blend in creative tools like Art Therapy to keep sessions engaging and meaningful.

Our approach is compassionate, flexible, and tailored to each individual teen. By focusing on connection first, we help adolescents feel safe enough to explore their experiences, process overwhelming emotions, and develop strategies they can carry into daily life. This blend of clinical expertise, creativity, and authentic care is what sets us apart in supporting teens and their families in Edmonton.

To learn more about Art Therapy, click below.

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Top Reasons Teens Come to Therapy:

Teens come to counselling for many reasons, whether they’re struggling with emotions, navigating life changes, or simply need a safe, supportive space to be heard. Common concerns for adolescents include:

  • Have a safe, confidential space to discuss private matters

  • Work through overwhelming emotions

  • Receive guidance on making big decisions

  • Learn skills to manage ADHD

  • Manage anxiety, stress, or panic

  • Cope with depression, hopelessness, or suicidal thoughts

  • Stop self-harm behaviours, including picking or cutting

  • Heal from past trauma, abuse, or difficult experiences

  • Navigate school challenges, academic pressure, or bullying

  • Work through family conflicts or parental separation

  • Discuss friendship dynamics, peer pressure, or dating concerns

  • Process grief and the loss of a loved one or pet

  • Explore identity, self-esteem, and personal values

  • Build social skills and improve communication

  • Develop healthy coping strategies and problem-solving skills

  • Manage anger, frustration, or impulsive behaviours

  • Strengthen resilience and confidence for everyday challenges

Top Reasons Teens Come to Therapy:

Teens come to counselling for many reasons, whether they’re struggling with emotions, navigating life changes, or simply need a safe, supportive space to be heard. Common concerns for adolescents include:

  • Have a safe, confidential space to discuss private matters

  • Work through overwhelming emotions

  • Receive guidance on making big decisions

  • Learn skills to manage ADHD

  • Manage anxiety, stress, or panic

  • Cope with depression, hopelessness, or suicidal thoughts

  • Stop self-harm behaviours, including picking or cutting

  • Heal from past trauma, abuse, or difficult experiences

  • Navigate school challenges, academic pressure, or bullying

  • Work through family conflicts or parental separation

  • Discuss friendship dynamics, peer pressure, or dating concerns

  • Process grief and the loss of a loved one or pet

  • Explore identity, self-esteem, and personal values

  • Build social skills and improve communication

  • Develop healthy coping strategies and problem-solving skills

  • Manage anger, frustration, or impulsive behaviours

  • Strengthen resilience and confidence for everyday challenges

Benefits of Counselling for Teens:

Teens can gain a wide range of emotional, social, and practical benefits from counselling. By providing a safe and supportive space, therapy helps adolescents build skills, process emotions, and develop confidence to navigate life’s challenges. Top benefits of therapy include:

  • Stronger friendships and better social skills

  • Boosted self-esteem and confidence

  • Feeling heard, valued, and understood

  • Reduced anxiety, stress, and worry

  • Better coping with ADHD and other neurodivergent challenges

  • Improved mood and emotional well-being

  • Express and manage emotions more effectively

  • Clearer communication of needs, wants, and boundaries

  • Healthier coping strategies and reduced risky behaviours

  • Stronger problem-solving and decision-making skills

  • Greater resilience and ability to bounce back

  • Better coping with grief, loss, or major changes

  • Improved focus, motivation, and goal achievement

  • Increased self-awareness and personal insight

You’re an important part of your teen's healing journey

Supporting Teens & Also Parents at Solace

You’ve gotten through changing diapers and long nights of sleep training. You helped with school projects and bake sales. Here comes the even tougher part – how do you love and connect with your teenager while also allowing them to gain independence and learn from their mistakes?

There are so many newer demands in today’s world to navigate through in the teen years: social media, gaming and device time, increased competition in schools, peer pressure to vape or use drugs… the list goes on and on. Adolescence is a time for teens to gain independence and learn life skills, but they still do need your love, support, and guidance through it all. Counselling can help you untangle all of these expectations and find effective strategies to maintain connection and continue being a positive influence in your child’s life. Learn how to work through the tough emotional battles at home, power struggles, and also to look after yourself. 

At Solace Psychology & Wellness, our therapists in Edmonton and St. Albert recognize that parents play a crucial role in a teen’s growth and well-being. Your involvement is essential, and we prioritize keeping you informed about important safety concerns and helping you navigate these challenges together. While sessions are confidential and your teen’s privacy is respected, we ensure that parents are kept in the loop on critical issues and encouraged to attend parent sessions when appropriate.

Our approach is collaborative and evidence-based. We help teens develop coping strategies, emotional regulation, and problem-solving skills, while offering parents insight, encouragement, and practical tools. By working together, families can navigate challenges more effectively, strengthen communication, and foster growth for both teens and parents.

Our parent support sessions for teens may include:

  • Learning practical strategies grounded in adolescent development and evidence-based approaches to strengthen connection, communication, and emotional regulation.

  • Understanding your teen’s unique developmental stage, personality, and coping style.

  • Building skills to respond to challenging situations with empathy, consistency, and calm.

  • Learning how to co-regulate with your teen during moments of distress, so both of you can feel calmer and more connected.

  • Understanding the neuroscience behind teen behaviour and emotions, helping you respond with insight rather than frustration.

  • Receiving guidance on setting positive routines, boundaries, and communication strategies appropriate for adolescence.

  • Having a safe space to explore your own stress, emotions, and triggers, because caring for yourself is essential to supporting your teen effectively.

Parent therapy sessions empower parents to confidently navigate the complexities of adolescence while supporting their teen’s growth, independence, and emotional well-being.

If you’re ready to take the next step in supporting both your child and yourself, we invite you to connect with us. Booking is simple. Reach out to our friendly Client Services team, who will help you find the right therapist and appointment time. Together, we’ll create a plan that meets your family’s needs and helps you feel confident in your parenting journey.

Prioritizing Your Own Well-Being

Self-Care for Parents & Caregivers

Parenting can be both rewarding and demanding, and taking care of yourself is essential for supporting your teen’s growth and well-being. At Solace Psychology & Wellness (Edmonton location only), we offer a variety of self-care services for parents to help you recharge while your teen attends counselling.

Our offerings include therapeutic massage, personalized nutrition guidance, and restorative yoga sessions, all designed to reduce stress, boost energy, and promote emotional balance. By prioritizing your own wellness, you’re better able to show up as a calm, grounded, and supportive parent.

While your teen engages in counselling sessions, you can take this time to focus on yourself. Our Registered Massage Therapists provide customized treatments to ease both physical and emotional tension, helping you leave feeling refreshed and centered. Ask us about our current wellness promotions and packages designed to support busy parents in Edmonton.

  • Relaxation Massage
  • Deep Tissue Massage
  • Hot Stone Massage
  • Signature Spa Massage
  • Sports Massage
  • Perinatal Massage
  • Baby, Child & Teen Massage
  • Lymphatic Drainage Therapy
  • Cupping Therapy
  • Motor Vehicle Accident Massage (TMJ, migraines, whiplash)
  • & More!

**We recommend booking ahead as schedules fill up.

Learn more by visiting our Wellness Website: www.solacewellness.ca

Teen Workshops & Therapy Groups for Emotional Resilience in Edmonton

At Solace Psychology & Wellness, we offer a variety of teen workshops and therapy groups throughout the year at our Edmonton location. These programs are designed to help adolescents build the skills they need to navigate life’s challenges with confidence, resilience, and self-awareness.

Through engaging, interactive activities such as art, discussion exercises, and group problem-solving, teens learn practical coping strategies, emotional regulation skills, social skills, and ways to manage stress and peer pressure. Guided by our experienced and compassionate therapists, these groups provide a safe, supportive space where teens can practice resilience, strengthen self-esteem, and form meaningful connections with peers who understand what they’re going through.

Our goal is to empower teens to face challenges with courage, adapt to change, and develop tools for success both at home and at school.

  • Teen’s mental health workshops and therapy groups are held at our clinic in South Edmonton.
  • For some groups/workshops, a parent intake session must be completed prior to the start date (standard fees apply).
  • Spots are limited and book up quickly, so early registration is encouraged.

Set your teen up for success:

Connect with us today to register or inquire about upcoming teen therapy groups and workshops.

780-702-1079   ·   hello@solacewellness.ca

780-702-1079    hello@solacewellness.ca

Teen Counselling That Builds Confidence and Resilience

Therapists who Specialize in Teen Counselling in Edmonton

Our team of Teen Therapists in Edmonton and St. Albert is here to support teens and their families. With a strong background in adolescent psychology and developmental research, we are passionate about helping young people navigate this important stage of life. We look forward to meeting your teen and showing them that therapy can be not only meaningful and transformative, but also a safe and even enjoyable experience.

  It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.
— E.E. Cummings

Don’t live in Edmonton?

In addition to in-clinic sessions in Edmonton and St. Albert, our psychologists offer secure virtual teen therapy sessions (video or phone) for anyone living in Alberta. Access quality therapy from the comfort of your own home.

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Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for practical mental health tips, clinic updates, promotions, and upcoming workshop notifications. Stay informed and engaged with our community’s journey toward holistic well-being. 

Solace Psychology & Wellness

EDMONTON: hello@solacewellness.ca  |  780-702-1079  |  #205, 2435 90B Street SW, Edmonton, AB, Canada, T6X 1V8

ST. ALBERT: StAlbert@solacewellness.ca  |  780-702-1079  |  #508, 1 Tache Street, St. Albert, AB, Canada, T8N 1B4