Our Team
Counselling and Psychotherapy for Teens
Being a teenager today is more complex than ever. Between academic pressure, social media, identity exploration, and shifting family dynamics, it’s normal for teens to feel overwhelmed. At Prince Edward County Counselling and Psychotherapy, we offer specialized therapy and support tailored to the unique challenges that adolescents face.
Whether your teen is navigating anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, peer relationships, school stress, or life transitions, our team of compassionate clinicians is here to help.
Elise Nagy (she/her)
Master's Level Student Clinician
Spencer Wheeler (he/they)
MSW, Registered Social Worker
Why does teen-focused therapy matter?
The teenage years are a time of growth, change, and self-discovery. Alongside physical development, teens are navigating increasing independence, changing friendships, academic expectations, family dynamics, social media, identity development, and decisions about their future.
It's completely normal for teenagers to experience periods of stress, anxiety, sadness, or uncertainty. However, when these challenges become overwhelming or begin interfering with school, relationships, family life, or overall wellbeing, professional support can make a meaningful difference.
Early intervention can help prevent emotional difficulties from becoming more severe over time. By learning healthy coping skills, emotional regulation strategies, and effective communication during adolescence, teens can build resilience that supports them well into adulthood.
At Prince Edward County Counselling and Psychotherapy (PECCP), we recognize that therapy for teens must be engaging, collaborative, and tailored to their stage of development. Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, mindfulness-based strategies, and trauma-informed care, while adapting each session to meet the unique needs, personality, and goals of the individual teen.
What are the common issues that we support teens with?
Every teenager's experience is different. Some are facing a specific challenge, while others feel overwhelmed without knowing exactly why. Our clinician provide support for a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and mental health concerns.
Anxiety
Teens today face significant pressure from school, friendships, extracurricular activities, social media, and uncertainty about the future. Anxiety may show up as excessive worrying, panic attacks, perfectionism, physical symptoms, avoidance, difficulty sleeping, or constant fear of making mistakes. Therapy can help teens understand anxiety while building practical tools to manage it with greater confidence.
Depression
Depression in teenagers doesn't always look like sadness. It may appear as irritability, withdrawal, loss of motivation, fatigue, changes in sleep or appetite, declining grades, or losing interest in activities they once enjoyed. Therapy provides a supportive space to process difficult emotions, rebuild hope, and reconnect with what matters most.
Family conflict
Growing independence can naturally create tension between teens and parents or caregivers. Communication breakdowns, disagreements over rules, family transitions, divorce, blended families, or feeling misunderstood can all contribute to ongoing conflict. Therapy can help improve communication, strengthen relationships, and create healthier ways of navigating family challenges.
Gender identity exploration
Exploring gender identity can bring excitement, uncertainty, and challenges, particularly when navigating family expectations, school environments, or peer relationships. We provide affirming, inclusive care where teens can explore their identities without judgment or pressure while feeling seen, respected, and supported.
Grief and loss
Grief isn't limited to the death of a loved one. Teens may also grieve friendships, family changes, parental separation, illness, moving schools, or other significant life transitions. Therapy can provide a compassionate space to process loss, express difficult emotions, and find healthy ways to cope while honouring their unique experience.
School avoidance and academic pressure
Whether it's test anxiety, perfectionism, bullying, learning challenges, burnout, or overwhelming academic expectations, school can become a major source of stress. We help teens develop coping strategies, manage performance anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and build confidence in navigating academic challenges.
Self-esteem and confidence
Many teenagers struggle with self-criticism, perfectionism, body image concerns, comparison through social media, or feeling like they're "not enough." Therapy can help teens challenge negative self-beliefs, recognize their strengths, develop self-compassion, and build a healthier sense of confidence that extends beyond achievements or appearance.
How To Get Started
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FIND THE RIGHT THERAPIST
Browse our clinicians page to find a therapist whose experience and approach resonate with you.
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SCHEDULE A SESSION
Schedule a time that works for you, no referral needed. Choose between in-person or virtual sessions.
Book your appointment here.
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BEGIN YOUR SESSIONS
Start your therapy journey with support tailored to your goals, at your own pace.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Resources
Helpful Resources
A few places to learn more about youth mental health and wellness.
In-Person and Online Sessions Available
We offer flexible options to meet your needs, whether that means visiting our clinic at Armory Mall in Picton or connecting virtually from anywhere in Ontario. Your comfort comes first.
Our Location
Our clinic is located inside the Armoury Mall, via the Main Street entrance, within the vibrant community of Picton. Our space is designed to be welcoming, affirming, and comfortable, whether you're visiting us in person or connecting virtually from anywhere in Ontario.
Address: Armoury Mall, Unit 2N, 206 Picton Main St, Picton, ON K0K 2T0
Get in touch!
Feel free to email us or simply send your question using the contact form below.
📞 613-476-8850
📧 info@peccp.ca