Family therapy can be a powerful tool to help families heal and move forward. It can enable family members to understand each other better, develop healthier coping skills, and ultimately build stronger relationships. With the right help from a trained professional, families can resolve their issues in an atmosphere of understanding and support. If you…
Group therapy can be an incredibly effective way for teens to learn more about themselves and develop skills that they can use in their daily lives. By focusing on activities that allow teens to connect with each other, discover new perspectives, and explore creative outlets, young people can take full advantage of the benefits of…
Family therapy is a type of counseling designed to help families address relationship issues. It helps them better understand each other, better communicate with each other, and find solutions to any conflicts they might be facing. Family therapists use various techniques to facilitate conversations between family members, including exploring the family dynamics at play, helping…
Group therapy may not be suitable for everyone. Still, it holds many potential benefits that are worth exploring if you are looking for support or guidance on your teen’s journey toward better mental health and well-being. Call 866.762.2211 or reach out online to learn about group therapy at Venture Academy and how it could benefit…
School’s unique social and educational pressures are enough to give adults lifelong anxieties. This unfortunate fact is even more true for current students, who must balance social life, education, and responsibilities at home. Teen anxiety in school wracks the brains of millions of students worldwide, including in Canada. Fortunately, help is available for struggling teens.…
Mental health concerns are rising across Canada, particularly among our teens. Teenagers often send out mental health red flags when they are suffering, and parents should be fully aware of these symptoms. We all have an obligation to help our teens through these tough moments and make sure they know that they have help. Thankfully,…
Meth use is on the rise among teens, but there are long-term effects of meth that can be detrimental to teens. This drug has become popular because of the intense high that it provides. Since meth is a stimulant, the side effects of meth include a rush of energy and brain activity. As a result,…
CBT techniques are powerful tools to help manage mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression. Unlike traditional talk therapy, CBT focuses on practical, problem-solving strategies to help you identify and challenge negative thoughts and unhealthy behaviours. By breaking down complex problems into smaller parts, CBT enables you to find new perspectives, develop coping skills,…
Much of a child’s self-esteem comes from the environment they grow up in and how people treat them. If your teen suffers academic problems, some of this possibly ties to their feelings of self-worth. Learn more about how improving self-esteem improves academics and use some simple tips to help your teen excel in school and…
Holistic treatment provides teens with a variety of tools to promote healing. These can include physical activities such as yoga, counselling, mindfulness and meditation, nutritional guidance, and creative outlets. By taking part in these activities, teens can learn to better manage their stress and feelings of anxiety or depression, as well as develop a sense…