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The teenage years bring pressure from school, friends, social media and growing up. Teen therapy gives young people a safe, private space to talk, understand their feelings and build skills for life.
Registeredclinical social worker
In personor online across Alberta
MultilingualEnglish, Hindi, Nepali, Punjabi, Urdu
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Quick answer
Teen therapy is counselling designed for adolescents, usually around ages 13 to 18. A therapist helps teens talk about stress, emotions, relationships and identity, and teaches practical skills from approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT). Parents are involved in ways that respect the teen’s privacy and support progress at home.
Teens often open up more easily with a neutral adult outside the family. Early support can prevent problems from growing.
Is this right for you?
Moodiness is part of adolescence. Consider support when changes are intense, last more than a few weeks or affect daily life.
Spending much more time alone, pulling away from friends or family.
Ongoing sadness, irritability, anger or worry.
Falling grades, refusing to go to school or trouble concentrating.
Sleeping far more or less, or noticeable changes in eating.
Substance use, self-harm, unsafe online activity or other risks.
Frequent arguments or a breakdown in communication at home.
Start with a free 15-minute consultation to ask questions and see if we are the right fit. No referral is needed.
How we help
We start by meeting the teen and, usually, a parent. Then most sessions are one-on-one with the teen, with check-ins with parents as agreed.
Sessions are usually 50 to 60 minutes, in person at our South Edmonton office or online by secure video anywhere in Alberta.
Therapists work to make teens feel respected and heard, which is the foundation for change.
Tools for managing anxiety, low mood, anger and big emotions, solving problems and coping with stress in healthy ways.
Parent sessions and family meetings when helpful, to improve communication and support new skills at home.
Step by step
A typical path. Your therapist adapts it to you.
A free 15-minute call to share what is going on, ask questions and get matched with the right therapist.
We listen, understand your history and goals, and agree on a plan together.
You build practical skills in session and try them in daily life, at a pace that feels manageable.
We check progress against your goals and adjust, wrap up, or plan follow-up support.
Care from a Registered Clinical Social Worker (MSW, RCSW) who is a Diplomate and Certified in CBT, with EMDR, DBT and Gottman training.
Our office is in South Edmonton, with secure video sessions anywhere in Alberta.
Counselling in English, Hindi, Nepali, Punjabi and Urdu.
We direct bill select insurance providers. Eligible clients can access free counselling through NIHB and IFHP.
Respectful, trauma-informed care for people of every background.
Choose your therapist
Pick someone who feels like a good fit, then book directly with them on Jane or send us a request below.
Registered Clinical Social Worker
Registered Clinical Social Worker in Alberta and Registered Social Worker in Ontario, offering trauma-informed, culturally responsive counselling for individuals, couples and families.
Not sure who to choose? Select “No preference” in the form and we will match you.
Teens need privacy to open up, so details usually stay confidential. Your therapist will explain at the start what is shared with parents, and will always involve parents if there is a safety concern.
That is common. A first session to meet the therapist, or starting online, can make it easier. Parent support sessions can also help while your teen decides.
Anxiety, low mood, stress, anger, self-esteem, friendships, bullying, family conflict, identity, and adjusting to change such as immigration or separation.
If your teen is at immediate risk, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Your teen can also call or text 9-8-8 any time, or Kids Help Phone at 1-800-668-6868.
No. You can book directly online or by phone. A doctor’s referral is not required, although some insurance plans ask for one, so check your plan if you plan to claim.
Many extended health plans cover counselling with a Registered Clinical Social Worker. We direct bill select insurance providers, and eligible clients can access free counselling through NIHB and IFHP. Check your plan for coverage details.
Our office is at 3818A 97 St NW #203, Edmonton, AB T6E 6N2, in South Edmonton. We also offer secure online sessions anywhere in Alberta.
Take the first step
Send a request and we will reply to arrange your first session, or book a time yourself on our secure Jane App portal.
587-372-3143
contact@disha.ca
3818A 97 St NW #203, Edmonton, AB T6E 6N2
In crisis? Call or text 9-8-8, or dial 911. This form is not monitored around the clock.
