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TEEN COUNSELLING SERVICES
Available in-person in Calgary and online across Alberta.
Therapeutic support that promotes healthy social-emotional, behavioural, and identity development during adolescence.
Adolescents often navigate complex emotional, interpersonal, and academic demands while developing autonomy and a sense of self. When challenges arise, such as anxiety, mood difficulties, emotional regulation concerns, behavioural issues, or school-related stress, therapy provides a confidential, supportive environment to enhance self-awareness, strengthen problem-solving skills, and promote adaptive functioning. Intervention may also incorporate family involvement, as appropriate, to support communication, relational stability, and the adolescent’s overall mental health and well-being.
Schedule Appointments with Ease
Build Communication
Skills
Reduce Anxiety and Stress
At Innova Psychology, our approach meets teens where they are with respect, compassion, and evidence-based strategies designed specifically for this stage of life.
When Teens May Benefit From Counselling
Teens often seek—or need—support when they experience:
Anxiety, panic, or persistent worry
Depressive symptoms, low mood, or loss of interest
School stress, perfectionism, or academic pressure
Social challenges, bullying, or friendship difficulties
Identity exploration (gender, sexuality, culture, values)
Emotion regulation or difficulty managing reactions
Family conflict or communication challenges
Low self-esteem or self-criticism
Risky behaviours or impulse-control concerns
Major life changes, transitions, or grief
If something feels disconnected—whether behaviours change, motivation drops, or emotions feel too big—therapy can help teens and families understand what’s underneath.
Our Approach With Teens
Teen counselling looks different from child and adult therapy. Teens want to feel respected, heard, and supported without judgment. Our clinicians use a combination of:
Developmentally appropriate CBT and DBT-informed strategies
Emotion regulation tools and coping skills
Insight-building conversations focused on identity, values, and personal meaning
Support around stress, relationships, and communication
Exploration of thought patterns, beliefs, and behaviours
A collaborative, empowering approach that gives teens agency
We tailor therapy to your teen’s personality, needs, and comfort level—whether they express themselves through talking, reflection, creativity, or structured skill-building.
Confidentiality & Parent Involvement
Teen counselling includes unique considerations around privacy and communication.
Confidentiality
Teens need a space where they can share openly without fear of judgment.
What teens discuss in therapy is confidential unless safety concerns arise.
We encourage open communication between teens and parents—but we respect the boundaries necessary for therapy to be effective.
Parent Involvement
Depending on your teen’s age and needs, therapy may include:
Occasional parent check-ins
Guidance on communication and relationship dynamics
Strategies parents can use at home to support emotional regulation and healthy coping
Collaborative planning for school or home-related challenges
Our goal is to support both the teen and their family system, while still honouring the teen’s growing autonomy.
Not sure who to book with?
Finding the right psychologist matters.
If you’re unsure where to begin, simply fill out the contact form and we’ll help match you with the clinician best suited to your needs.
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We can’t wait to hear from you! You’ll hear back from us in 1-2 business days.