Teen Therapy
Teen Therapy in Georgetown, Milton, and Mississauga
Adolescence brings a wave of changes all at once. School pressure builds, friendships shift, identity questions surface, and screens make it harder for teens to switch off and rest. Teen therapy at Anchored Therapy Centre gives your child a private, judgment-free space to work through what they are carrying, with a Registered Psychotherapist who specializes in adolescent mental health. We see teens in person at our Georgetown, Milton, and Mississauga offices, and virtually across Ontario.
What to Expect From Therapy
A first session usually starts with a short conversation between the parent and therapist, followed by one-on-one time between the therapist and your teen. Sessions run 50 minutes and typically happen weekly or biweekly depending on what your child needs.
Our therapists use approaches suited to teens specifically, not adapted adult techniques. This includes cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) skills, expressive and art-based methods, and trauma-informed care. Confidentiality is explained clearly at the first session. Teens are told what stays private and what a therapist is legally required to share (such as safety concerns), so they know exactly where the boundaries sit before they open up.
Parents are kept informed at a level that respects the teen's privacy. Most families check in with the therapist every few sessions to track progress and adjust goals, without the teen's individual disclosures being repeated word for word.
Issues Our Therapists Help Teens With
Our therapists support adolescents working through:
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Anxiety, panic, and constant worry
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Depression and low mood
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Academic stress and school avoidance
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Social and peer relationship struggles
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Family conflict and communication breakdowns
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Body image and self-esteem
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Identity exploration, including 2SLGBTQ+ affirming support
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Grief and loss
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Anger and emotional regulation
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Screen time, social media pressure, and comparison
If your teen's difficulty is not listed here, reach out. Our intake team will match your child with the right therapist for their specific needs.
Meet the Therapists Who Work With Teens
Every clinician on this list is a Registered Psychotherapist (or Registered Psychotherapist Qualifying) who actively works with adolescent clients, not a general therapist covering teens as an afterthought.
You can view full bios and current availability on our team
What Parents Say
"Our daughter was shutting down after school every day and wouldn't tell us why. Six weeks into teen therapy, she started talking again, not just to her therapist, but to us too." — L.M., parent of a 16-year-old
"I was nervous my son would refuse to go. His therapist met him where he was at instead of pushing. He now asks to go." — R.K., parent of a 14-year-old
FAQs
Is teen therapy confidential? Will you tell me what my child says?
Teen therapy is largely confidential so your child can speak openly. Therapists share general progress and goals with parents, but not word-for-word disclosures, except when there is a safety concern, such as a risk of harm. This balance is what makes the process effective, since teens who don't trust the room's privacy tend to shut down.
What age range do you work with?
We work with adolescents roughly ages 12 to 18, with some flexibility depending on maturity and need. For younger children, ask about our family therapy and individual counselling options instead.
Do parents attend sessions?
Parents are typically involved at intake and periodic check-ins, but most of each session is one-on-one between the therapist and your child. This structure gives teens room to be honest while keeping parents informed enough to support progress at home.
How long does teen therapy take to show results?
Every teen is different, but many families notice small shifts, better sleep, less irritability, and more openness within the first four to six sessions. Longer-standing issues like trauma or entrenched anxiety usually take longer.
Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes. Sessions are available virtually across Ontario in addition to in-person appointments at our Georgetown, Milton, and Mississauga offices.
How much does teen therapy cost, and is it covered by insurance?
Session fees vary by therapist based on credentials and experience. Many extended health plans cover Registered Psychotherapists. Contact us, and we can confirm coverage details before your first session.
What if my teen refuses to go to therapy?
This is common, and it doesn't mean therapy won't work. Ask about a free 20-minute consultation first; sometimes hearing directly from the therapist (without commitment) is what turns hesitation into buy-in.