CREATIVE THERAPY FOR TEENS

Supporting Emotions, Identity, and Growth
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UNDERSTANDING YOUNG PEOPLE THROUGH CREATIVITY

When young people are struggling, it can be hard to know how to help. In times of emotional overwhelm, creative therapy for teens offers a safe, supportive space to explore their feelings, express themselves, and make sense of their experiences – without the pressure to put everything into words.

Whether through art, play, or talking therapy, each young person is met where they’re at.

WHY CHOOSE CREATIVE THERAPY FOR TEENS?

For many adolescents traditional talk therapy can feel daunting. Creative therapy for teens offers a gentler way to process challenges using art, play, and metaphor – tools that meet them where they are. The use of these tools helps them to communicate, build resilience and boost confidence. There’s no need to be “good at it” – it’s about the process, not the product.

Metaphor can also become part of the young person’s personal toolbox to help them to develop their emotional literacy and coping skills that they can draw on for years to come.

WHAT DOES A THERAPY SESSION LOOK LIKE?

Sessions are appropriate for Young People aged up to 17 years, are 45-50 minutes long and tailored to each young person’s needs.

The space and tools are tailored for older children and teens, using games and creative prompts to gently open up exploration. While some choose to talk, others simply benefit from having a calm space to create and reflect.

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WHAT CAN CREATIVE ARTS THERAPY HELP WITH?

–  Anxiety, trauma, stress and phobias

– Low mood

– Confidence, self-esteem, and resilience

– Emotional regulation and sensory processing

–  Loss, separation, or attachment issues

– Friendship and social boundaries

– Communication and neurodivergence support

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SUPPORTING FAMILIES & SCHOOLS TOO

Typically, therapy works best when young people feel supported at home and at school. I create space for carers and parents to feel heard, gain insight, and strengthen connect at home – without judgement.

Building strong relationships with families is at the heart of effective therapy for children and young people. This means:

– Initial consultations with parents or carers 

– Creative tools to enhance connection at home

–  Optional liasion with schools or professionals

– Regular reviews every 6-8 weeks

–  Space for reflective conversations and guidance

– Using tools like the Strengths & Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ), if useful, as part of the assessment process.

–  Making sure the young person’s voice is valued and heard at every step

 

Here’s a short guide on what to expect.

 

We work collaboratively with schools to provide in-house therapeutic support where appropriate.

 

Ashleigh also offers sessions privately in NW11 in partnership with Harwood Child Psychology.

 

Together, we can build calm, confident support systems for your young person to thrive.

KIND WORDS

I can’t praise Ashleigh enough for her work she done with my son in helping him with the transition of settling into secondary school. Patient and very professional.

Mum of a 13 Year Old Boy

Ashleigh has been amazing to work with! She has that down to earth attitude which makes everyone like her. She had made an amazing impact on our children’s lives when working with them. I would highly recommend her to everyone.

SENCO at Secondary School

Absolutely amazing therapy service. Ashleigh was very supportive, definitely helped rebuild their self confidence and bring them back to their old self. They still talk about how her therapy sessions helped a year on. Highly recommend

Mum of a 12 Year Old Girl