Therapy for Teens & Young Adults Navigating Stress, Identity & Big Emotions

A supportive space for teens and emerging adults to process life, build emotional skills, and feel grounded in who they are becoming.

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Emerging adults deserve a place where they can be fully themselves — without pressure, judgment, or expectations.

Teen and young adult years are full of change: shifting identities, academic pressure, friendship dynamics, new independence, and emotional highs and lows.

Nurturing Wellness gives teens and young adults a steady, affirming space to understand what they’re feeling, navigate challenges with confidence, and grow into who they’re becoming with support, clarity, and compassion.

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Common Focus Areas

Therapy for teens and young adults may support:

Anxiety, stress, or overwhelm
Mood concerns or emotional reactivity
Identity development and self-esteem
School, college, or academic pressure
Perfectionism and burnout
Social challenges or friendship stress
Relationship patterns and boundaries
Family conflict or communication struggles
Life transitions (college, moving, new roles)
Grief, loss, or unexpected change
ADHD-related overwhelm or executive functioning challenges

Our Approach

Teen and college-age therapy at Nurturing Wellness is relational, affirming, and grounded in emotional safety. We create a space where young people can explore identity, stress, relationships, boundaries, and their inner world without pressure or judgment.

Our work blends insight-building, coping skills, and genuine connection — meeting teens exactly where they are while supporting their growth into confident, self-aware adults.

Who This Service Is For

Ideal for teens and young adults (ages ~13–25) who:

Are overwhelmed by school, sports, activities, or social life
Are exploring identity, relationships, or independence
Struggle with anxiety, emotional intensity, or low confidence
Feel disconnected, misunderstood, or stressed
Need support navigating big transitions
Benefit from a therapist who is warm, grounded, and relatable

Meet Your Therapist

Maggie Strickland

MSW, LSW

Maggie specializes in supporting teens and young adults with a blend of empathy, honesty, and practical skill-building. Her approach helps young people feel understood, empowered, and capable of navigating life’s complexities with more clarity and confidence.

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