Body Image Support for Girls

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Home Body Image Support for Girls: Building Confidence and Self-Worth Published: 05/21/2026 | Updated: 05/21/2026 Authored by: Hayley Snelling, Dip. Couns. Edited by: Jemma Strain, B.S. Psychology Body image can affect more than just how you feel about your appearance. For many teen girls, it influences their confidence, self-worth, friendships, and even how comfortable they […]

Dating Violence Recovery for Teens

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Home Dating Violence Recovery for Teens: Support After Abuse Published: 05/21/2026 | Updated: 05/21/2026 Authored by: Hayley Snelling, Dip. Couns. Edited by: Jemma Strain, B.S. Psychology Healthy teen relationships are supposed to feel safe, supportive, and caring. But for many adolescents, relationships can slowly become controlling, frightening, or emotionally exhausting without them realizing it at […]

Risk-Taking Behaviors in Neurodivergent Teens

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Home Risk-Taking Behaviors in Neurodivergent Teens: Causes, Impulsivity, and Safety Published: 05/20/2026 | Updated: 05/20/2026 Authored by: Hayley Snelling, Dip. Couns. Edited by: Jemma Strain, B.S. Psychology Adolescence is a developmental period defined by exploration and a desire for independence. However, if your teen is neurodivergent, this journey may feel more challenging and risky than […]

Gender Identity Support for Teens

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Home Gender Identity Support in Care: Affirming Teen Mental Health Published: 05/20/2026 | Updated: 05/20/2026 Authored by: Hayley Snelling, Dip. Couns. Edited by: Jemma Strain, B.S. Psychology Adolescence is a time of significant changes, and not just physical ones. Teenagers are also exploring their identity, trying to find out who they are and where they […]

Special Interests in Neurodivergent Teens

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Home Special Interests in Neurodivergent Teens: Hyperfocus, Benefits, and Challenges Published: 05/07/2026 | Updated: 05/12/2026 Authored by: Hayley Snelling, Dip. Couns. Edited by: Jemma Strain, B.S. Psychology When your teen becomes highly absorbed in an activity they love, it can be difficult to know what you’re seeing – is it passion, avoidance, or something else? […]

Sexual Identity Development in Teens

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Sexual Identity Development in Teens: Understanding, Support, and Mental Health Published: 04/28/2026 | Updated: 04/28/2026 Authored by: Zachary Ehrmann, MSc Edited by: Emma Loker, BSc, PgDip CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION Sexual identity development in teens is a natural part of adolescence, but it can also feel like navigating an unknown land. Teenagers may become […]