Individual psychotherapy for adolescents (13+)

We provide psychotherapeutic support to teenagers (13‑18 years old), who:

  • they don’t fit in with their peer group,
  • they cannot cope with the pressure of expectations,
  • struggle with low mood, depression,
  • are looking for their identity, experiencing a gender identity crisis,
  • want to better understand themselves and the reasons for their behavior.
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An individual therapy session lasts 50 minutes. The duration of the entire therapy process varies depending on the established therapeutic goal: from a dozen to several dozen sessions. Individual sessions generally take place weekly, at a fixed time on a given day of the week.

Parental consultations can take place in-office (at the specialist’s assigned location) or online, depending on parental preference and availability. Child visits are held exclusively in the office.

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The purpose of a psychotherapy consultation is:

  • identifying the problem the family reports and, on this basis, making a decision on whether to qualify for therapy or recommend another form of support
  • establishing a contract (rules of work) – therapeutic goals, duration of therapy, dates of meetings with the teenager/teenager, dates and frequency of meetings with parents/family
  • building an alliance between the therapist and the family
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Stages of psychotherapy

First consultations

Consultation meetings serve to define the problem and allow us to get to know each other better. During the consultation, the therapist conducts an initial interview and ensures that they are the right person to conduct therapy in the given situation. The consultation process consists of a minimum of three meetings.

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Therapeutic Contract

If both parties are willing and ready to begin working together, they enter into a contract that specifies, among other things, the goals, the nature of the therapy, the number of sessions, the method of payment, and the rules for canceling appointments and terminating the process.

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Therapy and its completion

Individual sessions are conducted with professional confidentiality (except in situations where the health or life of a minor or the health or life of another person is at risk). Ending therapy is a process that begins in the therapeutic relationship several weeks before the last session. It’s important not to end therapy abruptly, and if such a situation does occur, to give the young person a chance to say goodbye and conclude the process within at least one therapy session.

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How to sign up for individual therapy for adolescents?

To sign up for individual therapy, please use our online booking system.
If you have any trouble making an appointment, please contact our office by email.

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The condition for a child to be provided with this form of support is the consent of both parents/legal guardians to both consultation and therapeutic meetings.

Individual psychotherapy for adolescents is conducted by:

Anfisa Yakovina
Marta Wojtas

Frequently asked questions

We begin with a consultation with parents – without the teenager. Typically, this requires at least three meetings, which are also necessary if you’ve previously consulted with another specialist (including one from our team) or have received a referral from another center. The therapist then meets with the child (at least twice) to learn about their difficulties and needs and assess the best support options. If both parties are willing and ready to begin working together, they sign a contract that specifies, among other things, the goals, the format of the therapy, the number of meetings, the payment method, the cancellation policy, and the end of the process.

It sometimes happens that the waiting time for therapy between the consultation and the opportunity to start regular work is longer due to limited availability of places.

Yes. The condition for providing this form of support to a child is the consent of both parents or legal guardians – this applies to both consultation and therapeutic meetings.

Typically, this involves approximately three sessions. At this stage, the therapist conducts an interview, assesses the situation, and—in collaboration with the parents—decides whether individual psychotherapy is the right approach or whether another form of support (e.g., family or group therapy) is advisable. Sometimes, the therapist recommends additional specialist consultations, such as a consultation with a child psychiatrist, before beginning therapy.

Visits involving the adolescent/teenager are subject to professional confidentiality. The therapist does not report their progress to the parents. Exceptions are situations where the minor’s health or life, or the health or life of another person, is at risk. Regular meetings with parents—every 4-6 weeks—are an important part of the process. During these meetings, the therapist shares observations regarding changes in the adolescent’s behavior, answers your questions, and helps plan support in the home environment.

Ending therapy is a process that begins in the therapeutic relationship several weeks before the final meeting. It’s important not to end therapy abruptly, and if it does, to give the young person a chance to say goodbye and complete the process within at least one therapy session.

See also

Psychological consultations for parents

Individual psychotherapy for adults

Couples psychotherapy in English