It is easy and quite common to look back on the teenage years through rose-colored glasses. We tend to remember only the good times when we were relatively free from worries, had the freedom to explore, and were likely surrounded by a group of close friends. However, we tend to forget that the teen years were also full of uncertainty, anxiety, embarrassment, anger, and even depression. Sometimes these overshadowed the good times. We were also faced with major decisions that would alter the course of our lives.

This rosy view of the past can make it hard for parents to relate. It can cause breakdowns in communication between parents and teens that produce frustration and confusion on the part of both.

The professional counselors at Richardson Christian Counseling can help. They will come alongside your teen and provide a safe environment for them to open up about whatever may be bothering them. With a Christian counselor’s help, your teen can learn to navigate the tumultuous adolescent years in a way that honors God.

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Does my teen need counseling?

The teen years are characterized by struggles to understand identity, the development of independence, and physiological changes all of which can strain the relationship between teens and their parents. Watching your child struggle but not knowing how to help can make any parent feel helpless and hopeless.

If your teen is not finding the answers they need, professional intervention through Christian counseling may be an appropriate next step. Everyone can use a helping hand sometimes, regardless of how strong we may feel. The counselors at Richardson Christian Counseling will offer a compassionate ear to listen to whatever your teen feels they need to talk about and offer support for parents struggling to help their teen.

If your teen struggles with any of the issues below, Christian counseling may be right for them:

  • Life change or transition
  • Spiritual growth and faith
  • Sexual identity
  • Sexual activity
  • Teen pregnancy
  • Problems in school
  • Family conflict
  • Bullying
  • Trauma or grief
  • Dealing with loss and grief
  • Addiction
  • Sudden mood or behavior changes
  • Health issues
  • Family transitions
  • Risky behavior

This is only a sample list of issues your teen may face but rest assured that no problem is too insignificant to be addressed in counseling. Waiting until things are out of control before seeking help is never a good idea, but even at that stage real change is possible.

You may be asking yourself if Christian counseling really works for teens. The answer is a resounding “yes!” The therapists at Richardson Christian Counseling have many years of experience to their credit. They have personally seen the possibilities that Christian counseling offers and have seen the levels of change and growth that are possible.
Christian counseling for teens helps your child:
• Understand what drives them and how to find lasting change
• Improve their problem-solving skills
• Deal with negative thoughts
• Improve their social skills
• Constructively communicate their concerns
• Share in a safe environment where they can be open about what concerns them
• Handle doubt or uncertainty about religious beliefs
• Mend hurts and rebuild relationships
• Battle peer pressure
• Understand physical and mental development
These are just a handful of the benefits of Christian counseling for teens. We desire to help your teen in any way they need and see them living healthy, balanced lives as they navigate the turbulent waters of the adolescence.

It is often said that “today’s children are tomorrow’s leaders.” The Christian counselors at Richardson Christian Counseling are committed to helping tomorrow’s leaders find health and hope by giving them the right tools to live successful, fulfilling, and mentally healthy lives that honor God.

No matter what your teen may struggle with, we offer compassionate guidance and support to help them meet their struggles head-on. Many of the counselors are parents of teens and understand what kinds of challenges the teen years present to both teens and their parents. We do everything possible to help you and your teen improve your quality of life now in order to look forward to a future that honors Christ.

If you have any questions or concerns about your teen, it is best to seek help as soon as possible rather than letting things get out of hand. If you know of specific issues that your teen is struggling with, especially if they are putting a strain on the whole family, it is best to get help and address them right away.

To learn more about Richardson Christian Counseling, call us at (469) 943-2626 or browse our online counselor directory to find a counselor who is a good fit for you and your teen.

Get connected with a Christian Counselor
Please contact our reception team at
(469) 943-2626

Schedule an appointment