As a teenager, it’s easy to feel like you’re invincible. Mental health and overall well-being may not be at the forefront of your mind, but they play an essential role in your life. Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health. In fact, the two are…
Resilience is a superpower that’s easy to overlook. It’s the ability to bounce back when you’re dealing with adversity, adapt to changing situations, and keep going in the face of hardship. As a teen, life will throw you many curveballs. Whether it’s a failing grade, friendship drama, or family problems, challenges are inevitable. That’s where…
Everyone feels down at some point, but sometimes, it can be hard to shake off those feelings and rediscover your motivation. Many teenagers struggle with this aspect of mental health because they’re constantly confronted with changes and challenges that destabilize their sense of self. If they suffer from mental health concerns, like depression or anxiety,…
Puberty is a normal part of life for teens, but it can also be a difficult time for many. During puberty, teens experience physical and emotional changes that can affect their mental health. Whether you’re a teen facing puberty or a parent working to support your child, it’s important to understand how puberty impacts mental…
Experiential therapy is a powerful therapeutic technique that aims to place subjects into an experience that triggers a new mindset or perspective. Experiential therapy can also serve to re-enact and re-experience emotional situations from the past that helps clients process trauma or other concerns. At Ascend, we use experiential therapy as part of every client’s…
Teen years can be challenging for both adolescents and their parents. Hormones are raging, emotions are running high, and everyone involved seems at a loss for what to do. A teen’s poor attitude may prompt parents to inflict punishments for misbehavior when it’s actually mental illness that’s the root of the problem. Learning how to…
You’ve probably already heard about therapy. But not all therapy is the same. There’s talk therapy, family therapy, animal-assisted therapy, and so much more – each with its own focus and benefits. When it comes to how we help your teens, one of the most effective types of therapy we use is called CBT. CBT,…
Depression can be fairly common among teenagers, but the signs are often overlooked. Moodiness is viewed as a normal teen phase, and many parents just count the years until their child’s hormones level out. However, it’s important to note the differences between the usual teen rebellion and depressive disorders, as more serious mental health conditions…
Negative self-talk is a stressful and often involuntary form of self-criticism. These are thoughts that can be self-deprecating and may even contribute to or stem from mental health concerns like depression, anxiety, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. If your teen often expresses negative thoughts about themselves, their inner monologue is likely destructive. In this post, we’ll discuss…
Whether you’re a teen or an adult, if you’re struggling with your mental health, having support is crucial. However, getting started can be challenging if you haven’t talked about mental health issues with your friends before. If you want to talk about mental health concerns in a positive, supportive way, explore these tips to help…