Teen Counseling at The Counseling Hub
Individual Counseling & Therapy, Online Counseling & Therapy
Columbia & Jefferson City, MO
Being a teen isn’t a walk in the park.
Being a teenager is tough, period. You’re figuring out how to balance school, friends, parents, all the feelings (including puberty, if you haven’t experience that yet). Plus, you add on things like anxiety, depression, and/or just, quite literally, trying to figure out who you are. It feels like life is moving at warpspeed. Not only is it a lot to handle, but it can also feel like no one gets what you’re going through.
If that sounds familiar, you're not alone - and you don't have to deal with it all on your own.
We for real get it.
At The Counseling Hub, we get it. We know being a teen today comes with its own unique set of challenges. Our therapy for teens is here to help you sort through the chaos, make sense of what’s going on, and give you real tools to handle it - without judgment or pressure.
What is “teen counseling/therapy” all about?
Teen therapy is a space designed for you.
It’s a place where you can talk openly about what’s going on in your life, without feeling like you have to say the “right” thing or be anyone other than yourself.
Whether you're struggling with school stress, friendship drama, family tension, or something else entirely, we’ll help you figure out what’s really going on and how to navigate it. We’re not here to fix you (because you’re not broken, regardless of whether you believe that [yet] or not). We’re here to give you the space to understand yourself better and find ways to feel more in control.
“It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.”
What can you expect from teen counseling/therapy?
Great question! In our teen therapy sessions, we’ll focus on what matters to you. No forced topics, no lectures - just real conversations about the stuff that’s weighing you down or making life feel harder than it should. You’ll walk away with skills to manage the ups and downs of life, and a better understanding of how to handle things when they get rough.
Some of the issues we commonly help teens with include:
stress from school, exams, or future plans
anxiety or panic attacks
depression or feeling down for no reason
peer pressure or friendship issues
family tension or conflict
identity, self-esteem, or body image struggles
social media stress or cyberbullying
coping with major life changes, like divorce or moving
Why teen therapy might be right for you.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just lost, therapy can help you get back on track. You don’t have to be in crisis to talk to someone. Sometimes life just feels off, and you’re not sure why. That’s okay. Therapy gives you a chance to make sense of it all and gives you the tools to handle whatever comes next.
Wondering if therapy might be a good fit? Here’s a clue:
You often feel anxious, stressed, or sad, and it’s hard to shake.
You’ve been feeling disconnected from friends or family.
You’re having trouble keeping up with school, activities, or life in general.
You’re constantly worrying about your future, grades, or relationships.
You’re feeling like no one really gets what you’re going through.
Ready to Start?
If you’re ready to have a space where you can talk about what’s real - the stress, the pressure, the confusing feelings - we’re here for you (as cheesy as it sounds). Therapy for teens at The Counseling Hub is a chance to figure out what’s going on and take steps to feel better. Reach out today and let’s get started.