HOW TO TALK TO TEENS ABOUT ANXIETY ~ How to HELP Teenagers In Therapy Or Counseling with Anxiety

How to talk to teens about anxiety. How to help teens with Anxiety. This video is for you if you are curious about how to help teenagers in therapy, or counseling, with anxiety. Or if you want to know about What to do with Teens in therapy .
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[@thegratefultherapist]

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[@robertkoch2929]

Hello 👋 i hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity love and peace 💞❤️🕊️all over the world 🙏🌍 I'm originally from Canada currently living in Key West Florida and you where are you from if i may ask?

[@lottiebutcher9711]

Thank you. I am a parent of teen experiencing school based anxiety. I’m not a trained counselled but this is very helpful.

[@sarahlabbett4626]

Fantastic video, I am a counsellor and I always like to educate clients on the flight or fight response. I find getting the client to challenge negative thoughts can be very helpful. Also, to talk to themselves how they would talk to someone they cared about.

[@thegratefultherapist]

Yes! Such good points! Thank you! Quenby

[@christianadavidson-setufree]

So helpful! 🙌

[@saminarazaque7478]

Thanks a really helpful video ❤

[@andria9626]

This is such a great video!

[@albanaselim1355]

The best video 😊😊

[@maherangaiztamana6069]

Very helpful tips for school counselors, thank you!!!!

[@markplatte9724]

Love love love your videos. Starting an associate job in teen therapy in a few weeks and I’m listening to everything you’ve put out on teens. You have a clear and caring communication style, Quenby!

[@edal3375]

Thanks for your videos!!!!!

[@thegratefultherapist]

YOu are so welcome. I am editing one now on how to help kids/teens build confidence. xo Quenby

[@KattrinaGLee]

I love this. I use the amygdala talk with client’s of all ages. Like you said just change the way we explain it depending on the age. So Glad to hear someone else use this.

[@zobophotography3677]

You're so awesome!! Thank you for sharing these tips!

[@thegratefultherapist]

Thank you, you are so awesome too. xo Quenby

[@LorenaFlores-wi8kx]

This is so helpful, thanks so much

[@thegratefultherapist]

Hi Lorena thank you I appreciate your comments. Quenby

[@TimelessjewelbyDebra]

Great Videos Quenby

[@thegratefultherapist]

Thank you Debra, I appreciate your support over here. xoxo quenby

[@shariecebrewster5962]

I need it's counseling as well

[@MsLaFleur101]

Accidentally stumbled across your video. Very helpful tips!! Great for clinician as well. Teenagers definitely like to feel understood and empowered

[@thegratefultherapist]

Thank you for watching, I am so happy it was helpful to you. xo Quenby

[@azybear]

I think this will definitely help. Thanks 😊

[@thegratefultherapist]

Thank you I am glad the video helped you. Quenby

[@lijabegum477]

Wow ur videos are great!

[@thegratefultherapist]

Thank you so much for the feedback! Quenby

[@dorianneprince4339]

Great video. Will use these tips in session with my younger clients.

[@thegratefultherapist]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your comment, xo Quenby

[@jenniferyang3891]

Hello! I find your videos so helpful..! I really wish to hear your experience on how to help teenagers who struggle with MDD, SI, self harm and specially struggles with self worth issues. Thank you for your time ❤

[@nsanenthembrane]

I’m a new school counselor doing practicum. Bless your soul! Subscribed

[@thegratefultherapist]

Awesome! Thank you! I am so happy you found the channel --Quenby

[@latonyamedia615]

Thank you, this was helpful. I will try these techniques with my teens.

[@thegratefultherapist]

You are so welcome!

[@beverlyarnold8254]

Great video. The deep breathing technique really works.

[@thegratefultherapist]

It Does. Deep breathing is so helpful but it's so simple that some people disregard it. Slow deep breaths send a message to your brain that there is no danger here. You are calm. You are okay. Thanks Beverly xo Quenby

[@Kris-xy3kh]

Thank you for another helpful video! The "get to know each other" cards were a success, and I can't wait to try out these methods for anxiety. Love the approach.

[@thegratefultherapist]

This makes me happy Kristin, I am so happy to be helping you. xo quenby

[@robertkoch2929]

Hello 👋 i hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity love and peace 💞❤️🕊️all over the world 🙏🌍 I'm originally from Canada currently living in Key West Florida and you where are you from if i may ask?

[@denisecoffey6269]

Thanks great video

[@thegratefultherapist]

Hi Denise, how are you??? Great to hear from you. xoxo Quenby

[@denisecoffey6269]

@@thegratefultherapist doing good and staying quarantined! :-)

[@robertkoch2929]

Hello 👋 i hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity love and peace 💞❤️🕊️all over the world 🙏🌍 I'm originally from Canada currently living in Key West Florida and you where are you from if i may ask?

[@NallahBrown]

Brilliant

[@thegratefultherapist]

Thank you so much!

[@ElizofAmerica]

Thank you

[@thegratefultherapist]

Thank you for your comment! Quenby Gallahan, LMFT

[@sarahlabbett4626]

Please set up an on line course, it br amazing 👏

[@thegratefultherapist]

What a good idea. What kind of course are you interested in?

[@sarahlabbett4626]

@@thegratefultherapist General anxiety would be great.

[@sarahdunster1643]

Help went me be why feeling angry and stressed and worried all weeks

[@ag-ew1jc]

Do you have any recommendations for communication? I tell my teen she is smart thinking I am being positive and I think for her it translates to she is failing which increases her anxiety and shame. She does have a therapist but I am looking for any tips that can help me help her.

[@littleworldcomprise5191]

Please make a video on Adolscents who are suicidal a d reluctant

[@Shine_095]

Where are you in California?

[@Kris-xy3kh]

I know some people will say that they already "try to control their breath" during anxiety. How do you make sure that the deep breaths does not become a coping strategy that maintains anxiety?

[@thegratefultherapist]

I practice the deep breathing with them in my office. A "deep slow breath" would not ever be a coping strategy that maintains anxiety. If they are able to focus on their breath they are out of the anxiety. They are regulating their nervous system with the breathing. When someone is in anxiety, they can only take short, quick breaths. Does that make sense? Quenby

[@michellem1700]

@@thegratefultherapist Thank you. I just showed my daughter this video and it really helped her understand. I took for granted she knew about the fight or flight - she also mentioned breathing makes her more nervous but I agree its like you mentioned because she is taking shallow quick breaths not long slow ones.

[@ExquisiteEtta]

Can you make a video about cutting in teenagers and how we can help them without constantly nagging about how dangerous it is

[@micheleaustin794]

Can you recommend a good therapist for my teenage grand daughter in Reno NV ? Thank you 🌼

[@thegratefultherapist]

I am not familiar with therapists in Reno, but you can search in "psychology today" or call your insurance carrier and ask them to refer you to someone who is in your network and works with the issues you need help with. Thanks Quenby

[@shariecebrewster5962]

Yes I neecup on it's

[@1Tara]

Um hello , I'm 14 and get bodyshamed alot and called a stick, judged for my beliefs, I really don't have anyone to talk

[@thegratefultherapist]

Please find yourself someone local who can help you. A school counselor would be a good start. You deserve to be supported! Take care!

[@sarahreid9206]

Noth8ng help me with my anixous I’m a teenager how is also grieving

[@thegratefultherapist]

Check out my grief videos. I hope they help. Don't give up on healing your anxiety! Quenby

[@hannahkonkle2824]

It just feeds depression

[@thegratefultherapist]

Yes Anxiety and Depression can feed one another

[@bonnie2201]

This view avoids the fact that it is actually demonic oppression

[@thegratefultherapist]

Thank you. I am unfamiliar with "demonic oppression ". Take care Quenby

[@robertkoch2929]

Hello 👋 i hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity love and peace 💞❤️🕊️all over the world 🙏🌍 I'm originally from Canada currently living in Key West Florida and you where are you from if i may ask?

[@molly2frodo222]

This is true. I know this first hand

[@1977fala]

My 19 year old son has an anxiety. This make me so sad to see him like this. We can’t find any therapist in the area ( Orange County, CA) It is almost impossible to make an appointment. Today he is going to work for the first time. He said he doesn’t feel good 🥲. I really don’t know how to help him

[@thegratefultherapist]

I have many teen clients who get physically sick from their anxiety. It's the anxiety, they don't mean to do it. Dont give up on finding a therapist. Get on their waitlists and follow up. It's worth it. Did u watch my anxiety videos?

[@1977fala]

@@thegratefultherapist He finally went to see the therapist today. My son really like him and made a next appointment 👍

[@marybethcampise7337]

@@1977fala My 17 year old son has horrible anxiety also. I found NAMI online and it is really helpful. We finally found a therapist, but had to do an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) first, which was great to have if your son gets stuck.