Pre-Teen Therapy

Pre-teens and young adolescents experience intense emotional, social, and developmental changes. They are navigating identity, friendships, academic pressure, family expectations, and internal emotional shifts — often without the language or confidence to express what they’re going through.

Therapy provides a safe, judgment-free space where pre-teens can explore emotions, build coping skills, strengthen communication, and gain a clearer sense of themselves.

Tammie’s decades of experience in education and family systems allow her to connect with pre-teens in a way that feels natural, warm, and supportive. Sessions may include expressive activities, discussion, problem-solving, or gentle mindfulness tools depending on the adolescent’s comfort level.

Common adolescent concerns Tammie helps with:

• Anxiety and panic
• Social difficulties
• Identity and self-esteem struggles
• Academic stress
• Emotional regulation
• Family conflict
• Trauma or distressing experiences
• Mood swings, sadness, or withdrawal
• Difficulty expressing emotions
• Adjusting to life transitions

How therapy helps:

• Builds confidence and emotional awareness
• Reduces anxiety and internal tension
• Improves communication with parents
• Strengthens social and relational skills
• Helps pre-teens understand and articulate their feelings

When appropriate, sessions may involve brief parent consultations or family therapy to strengthen support at home.