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Therapy for Teens

Using evidence-based practices in a warm, supportive environment, we help teens process their feelings, develop resilience, and rediscover a sense of safety and well-being.
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"My teen is so withdrawn and distant since their Dad died—I don’t know how to help them process their grief."

"My teen is struggling with anxiety and fear ever since the accident, and it’s affecting their sleep and schoolwork."

"My teen is angry and irritable all the time. They won’t talk to me about what’s wrong."

"My teen used to be so happy, but now they’re overwhelmed and seem to have no interest in anything they once loved."

"I’m worried because my teen keeps saying they feel like no one understands them, and I don’t want them to feel alone."
Life doesn't have to stay this way. We can help!
Parenting a teenager can feel like walking a tightrope, especially when they’re struggling with grief or trauma. For many teens, life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, and the natural ups and downs of adolescence can be compounded by deep emotional pain. Teens often lack the tools to process their experiences fully, leaving them feeling stuck, isolated, or misunderstood.

Grief in teens can look different than in adults. It may show up as irritability, withdrawal, or even rebellion. Trauma can be even harder to detect—manifesting as anxiety, mood swings, or a sudden drop in academic performance. These behaviors aren’t signs of defiance but indicators of a teen struggling to cope.

You may feel helpless watching your child battle emotions they can’t explain or control. Perhaps you’ve noticed them withdrawing from family and friends, losing interest in their passions, or expressing frustration in ways that don’t feel like “them.” These moments can leave you questioning what they need—and how you can best support them.

Without the right tools and support, grief and trauma can affect a teen’s ability to thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. Therapy offers a compassionate space to help your teen heal, process their emotions, and reclaim their sense of self.
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Creating Space Therapy is the Best Choice for Your Teen's Therapy.

Watching your teen struggle with grief or trauma can be incredibly difficult as a parent. You want to support them, but their pain can sometimes feel overwhelming to manage on your own. At Creating Space Therapy, we provide expert grief and trauma therapy for teens, offering compassionate, evidence-based care to help them process their emotions and start healing. Whether in-person at our Geneva or Naperville locations or through online services across Illinois, our dedicated therapists are here to guide your family every step of the way.

Signs That Your Teen May Need Therapy

Whatever your teen has experienced, you might be beginning to notice the impact in different facets of their life:
Withdrawing from family and friends
Decline in academic performance
Sudden changes in mood or behavior
Expressing Feelings of Hopelessness or Being Overwhelmed
Loss of interest in hobbies or activities
Sleep issues or nightmares
It might seem out of reach right now, but your teen can rediscover peace and happiness—and we’re here to help them achieve it.
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Therapy Can Help Your Teen:

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Understanding and managing emotions

Therapy helps teens recognize and express their emotions in healthy ways. They learn to handle overwhelming feelings like sadness, anger, or anxiety without feeling out of control.
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Learning to handle life’s challenges

Through therapy, teens develop tools to manage stress and bounce back from difficult situations. These skills help them feel stronger and more capable of dealing with life’s ups and downs.
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Feeling safe and grounded again

After experiencing grief or trauma, teens may feel unsettled or unsure of themselves. Therapy helps them regain a sense of stability, so they can feel secure and confident moving forward.
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Building stronger relationships

Therapy improves how teens communicate and connect with others, helping them rebuild trust and strengthen bonds with family and friends. They'll learn how to express their needs and resolve conflicts more easily.

Our Compassionate Approach to Therapy for Teens

At Creating Space Therapy, we understand how important it is to choose the right support for your teen during such a challenging time. You want care that is not only effective but also compassionate and personalized to meet their unique needs. That’s where we stand out. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional care rooted in both expertise and understanding. Here’s what makes us different:

Specialized Expertise in Grief and Trauma

Our therapists specialized knowledge and training in grief and trauma, bringing a level of expertise that ensures your teen receives highly effective, personalized care designed specifically for their unique challenges.

Innovative, Cutting-Edge Approaches

We use a variety of advanced therapeutic approaches, such as EMDR, somatic therapy, and expressive arts. These methods are tailored to your teen’s needs, allowing them to process their emotions in a way that feels comfortable and empowering.

Compassionate, Personalized Care

At Creating Space Therapy, we honor each teen’s unique journey. Our therapists provide a safe, supportive space where your teen can heal at their own pace, with a personalized approach that values their individuality and needs.

Our Team of Teen Therapists

At Creating Space Therapy, our teen therapists are committed to helping adolescents navigate the challenges and complexities of the teenage years. Specializing in grief counseling, trauma therapy, and emotional well-being, they create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where teens feel understood and empowered. Using approaches tailored to teenagers, such as mindfulness, parts work, and trauma care, our therapists help teens process difficult emotions, build resilience, and develop tools for navigating relationships and life transitions. Whether your teen is coping with grief, trauma, anxiety, or identity exploration, our skilled and compassionate team is here to guide them toward healing and growth.

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Charlotte Shuber
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
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Emma Rooney
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
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Healing and recovery are possible, even during life’s most painful moments.
At Creating Space Therapy, our teen therapists are committed to supporting young people as they navigate the challenging emotions of grief and trauma. We recognize that every teen’s experience is different, and we provide a compassionate, personalized approach that meets them where they are. Using evidence-based practices in a warm, supportive environment, we help teens process their feelings, develop resilience, and rediscover a sense of safety and well-being. As a parent, you’re not alone in this journey—we offer guidance and support to help you feel empowered in assisting your teen’s healing. Together, we can help your teen move from pain and uncertainty toward hope, strength, and growth.

Concerned about starting therapy for your teen?
We understand.

Watching your teen struggle with grief or trauma can be incredibly difficult as a parent. You want to support them, but their pain can sometimes feel overwhelming to manage on your own. At Creating Space Therapy, we provide expert grief and trauma therapy for teens, offering compassionate, evidence-based care to help them process their emotions and start healing. Whether in-person at our Geneva or Naperville locations or through online services across Illinois, our dedicated therapists are here to guide your family every step of the way.

Teen Therapy FAQ

Many teens feel hesitant about sharing their feelings, especially with someone new. Our teen therapists are skilled in building trust and creating a nonjudgmental space where teens feel comfortable and supported. We take the time to connect with your teen at their pace, helping them feel heard and understood without pressure.

It’s natural to wonder if therapy will help your teen. Our evidence-based approaches, like expressive arts, EMDR and somatic therapy, are proven to effectively address grief and trauma for teens and adults alike. Many parents see positive changes in their teen’s mood, coping skills, and confidence after therapy, giving them hope and reassurance.

Healing takes time, but therapy doesn’t have to feel endless. We set clear goals with your teen and celebrate progress along the way. Whether they need short-term support or ongoing care, we tailor the process to their needs and help them see tangible results.

Absolutely not. Supporting your teen in seeking therapy is a proactive step toward helping your teen navigate challenges and build resilience. It’s a sign of strength, not weakness, to provide them with tools to grow, heal, and thrive in a safe, supportive environment.

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