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Does my teen need counselling?
Have you noticed your teen …
Decline in Academic Performance: Grades slipping, lack of interest in school, or frequent absences may indicate underlying issues affecting their ability to concentrate and learn.
Sudden Changes in Behaviour: You notice drastic changes in their behavior, such as becoming unusually angry, aggressive, or excessively moody.
Self-Harming or Suicidal Thoughts: Finding evidence of self-harm like cuts or burns on their body, or if they express thoughts of self-harm or suicide.
Withdrawal and Isolation: Your teen used to be outgoing but now prefers to spend most of their time alone, avoiding friends and family activities.
Extreme Mood Swings: Rapid and extreme changes in mood, from euphoria to deep sadness, without apparent reason, may indicate underlying emotional struggles that require attention.
Struggling with Anxiety or Panic Attacks: Your teen frequently experiences intense anxiety, panic attacks, or overwhelming fear that interferes with daily life.
Difficulty Coping with Stress: Your teen seems unable to cope with everyday stressors, exhibiting signs of distress or inability to manage emotions effectively.
Loss of Interest in Activities: They no longer enjoy activities or hobbies they once loved, showing disinterest or apathy towards previously enjoyed pursuits.
Traumatic Experience: If your teen has experienced a traumatic event such as abuse, violence, or the death of a loved one, they may need professional help to process their emotions.
Do you want to see your teen …
Goal-Oriented: You want to see your teen set and work towards meaningful goals, whether academic, personal, or career-related, demonstrating motivation, perseverance, and a sense of purpose in their pursuits.
Communicative: You desire for your teen to become better communicators, capable of expressing their thoughts, feelings, and needs assertively and effectively in various contexts.
Have healthy relationships: As a parent you want to see your teen enjoying, positive and healthy relationships instead of withdrawing or isolating themselves.
Confident: You want to see your teen develop confidence in themselves and their abilities, enabling them to navigate challenges with resilience and self-assurance.
Empathetic: You hope that your teen will cultivate empathy and compassion towards others, fostering positive relationships and a sense of connectedness with those around them.
Emotionally Regulated: You wish to see your teen develop emotional regulation skills, allowing them to manage their emotions in healthy ways and maintain a sense of balance and well-being.
Next Steps
Call Waypoint on 0425 406 461 to invest in your teens mental health today.
Email:info@waypointcounselling.com.au
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