Navigating the Teenage Years with Guidance and Support

The teenage years are a time of significant transition, and these changes can often feel overwhelming. If your teen is struggling with negative thoughts, anxiety, or stress, it can be difficult you to know where to turn.

With the pressures of high school, social expectations, peer relationships, and major life decisions, it’s easy for teens to feel lost. Sometimes, excessive worrying, comparing themselves to others, or obsessing over things outside their control can lead to a cycle of shame and self-doubt.

At the nCenter, we provide compassionate counseling to help teens navigate these challenges, build confidence, and develop healthy coping strategies.

How Can Teen Counseling Help?

Teen counseling offers a safe and supportive environment to explore feelings, gain self-awareness, and develop emotional resilience.

Common Topics Addressed in Teen Counseling:

Anxiety, depression, and anger
Low self-esteem and self-worth
Shame and trauma
Grief and loss
Conflict with family or communication issues at home
Behavioral concerns
Relationship challenges
School-related struggles
Impulsive or risky behavior
Substance or alcohol use
Emotional regulation (extreme mood swings)
Eating disorders and body image issues
Social anxiety and confidence-building
Developing social and daily living skills
Managing ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Transitioning back home after wilderness therapy or inpatient treatment
Preparing for college and greater independence

Meet Our Teen Counselors

At the nCenter, our therapists create a judgment-free, supportive space where teens can express themselves openly. There are no intimidating offices, no laying on a couch, and no clinical note-taking while talking—just real conversations and practical solutions.

Our Teen Counseling Team:

Christalie Kuglin (Bozeman): An engaging counselor trained in EMDR therapy to help with trauma and emotional healing.
Suzanne Panique (Kalispell & Virtual): A compassionate counselor trained in CBT therapy, offering both in-person and virtual sessions for flexibility.

Both Christalie and Suzanne work collaboratively with teens to help them build resilience, develop independence, and tackle academic, social, and emotional challenges.

Comprehensive Support for Your Teen

If body image or eating concerns are part of your teen’s struggles, our functional medicine nutritionist, Candice Vann, can provide additional support. By integrating counseling with nutritional guidance, we offer a holistic approach to healing.

At the nCenter, we also provide neurostimulation and neurofeedback therapy, which can be an effective tool for emotional regulation, focus, and anxiety management.

Is Your Teen Struggling?

Signs your teen may benefit from counseling:
Withdrawing from family and friends
Declining academic performance or school-related issues
Mood swings, emotional outbursts, or oppositional behavior
Risky behaviors, substance use, or self-harm concerns
Difficulty setting healthy boundaries and respecting authority

If any of these resonate with you, we encourage you to reach out. Counseling can provide the tools and support your teen’s needs to feel more in control of their life.