Teen Counseling
Every Teenager Needs Someone To Talk To
Counseling for Teens
Being a teenager is difficult, plain and simple. During this time period, there is growth emotionally, mentally, and physically. Because of a process called individuation, teens often push their parents away and rely more on their peers. Parents often feel out of control and lost on how to reach their teen. You might be concerned if they are "normal" or not. You might see them struggling with school or friendships. They might have lost the motivation and enjoyment out of life. They seem to be wandering, and you are worried about who is influencing them. They get carried away with social media and have lost sight of their authentic identity. You might feel like you can't protect them.
By deciding to put them in counseling, they will have extra support and an advantage for future success.
We will be in their corner, leading them while they navigate difficult issues. We will be a rational, informed voice of reason so that they aren't just listening to advice from their friends. We've walked with many teens through dark times and out the other side. We have hope for your teen, and we can see their potential. We are committed to giving them all the support and tools they need to become healthy, responsible adults.
Through Counseling your teen will:
At Concord Family Counseling, we are committed to supporting your teen by:
increasing
decreasing
Through counseling, your teen will find their voice, connect through vulnerability, and cultivate a better sense of self.
Some issues we address
with teenagers:
Bullying
Divorce Adjustment
LGBTQ+
Eating Disorders
When it all feels like a lot
When weekly sessions are not enough
When everything feels complicated and overwhelming, the Family Reset Intensive gives your family the time and focus to work through it together. A few focused, in-person days in Brentwood, led by Lydia Thompson.
Explore the Family Reset Intensive
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Teen Counseling Frequently Asked Questions
There is rarely one clear sign. Often it is a shift you can feel: more withdrawal, more conflict, slipping grades, or a mood that does not lift. If something feels off, it is worth a conversation. You do not need a crisis to begin.
Mostly, yes. We keep what your teen shares private so they can build trust, with clear exceptions for safety. We keep you involved as a parent in a way that respects that balance. You can read the full answer on our FAQ page.
While working with your teen, we might suggest family sessions in order to communicate, problem-solve, and create a better connection. We will mediate any conflict and encourage vulnerability in order to be heard and understood. We may also suggest a parent strategy session using the information we've gathered from your teen to give you more ideas on parenting them.
Seeing changes in your teen's behavior and mood is dependent on the problems presented, goals for therapy, the resistance to the therapeutic process, and the course of growth. Change takes time and consistent effort. Things with your teen may get worse before they get better, but any decline doesn't mean that counseling isn't working. Parental involvement and consistent attendance are closely tied with progress.
A “clinical hour” is 50 minutes.
Research has shown that teen mental health counseling can be highly effective in managing mental health concerns such as anxiety and depression. It can improve the teenager's quality of life, relationships, and academic performance.
Yes. We see teens in person at our Brentwood office and by secure telehealth across Tennessee. Telehealth can be a relief when schedules are tight or when a teen feels more at ease at home.
Teen Counseling in Brentwood, TN
We provide teen counseling in Brentwood, Tennessee, for teenagers and parents across Williamson County, in person and by telehealth.
Being a teenager is hard, plain and simple. So much is changing at once, emotionally, mentally, and physically. Through a normal process called individuation, teens begin to pull away from their parents and lean more on their friends. For parents, that can feel like losing control, and it can be frightening. That fear is not unfounded. Between social media, online life, and pressures you cannot always see, it is easy to feel shut out of your teenager's world.
How we help
We help families step out of those cycles and back into connection. We work with teenagers and their parents to rebuild trust and steady communication, and to create a home where a teen feels both safe and understood. Some families come to us for anxiety, low mood, or school stress. Others come because the conflict at home has worn everyone down, or because they sense something is off and want help before it grows.
Our work with teens is warm but honest. We build real rapport with your teenager, hold steady boundaries, and keep you involved as a parent in a way that protects their trust.
Who provides teen counseling
Teen counseling at Concord is led by founder Lydia Thompson, LPC-MHSP, who specializes in work with adolescents and families. Learn more about Lydia.
Areas we serve
Our Brentwood office sits just off Crossroads Boulevard, an easy drive for families across Williamson County. We work with teenagers from Brentwood, Franklin, Nolensville, and the surrounding towns, in person and by telehealth. If getting your teen to one more appointment feels like a battle, telehealth can take that pressure off.
What people say
Families across Brentwood and Williamson County trust us with their teenagers. You can read more on our Google reviews.
"Lydia has a heart for children. The oldest of four, she has always been the caretaker with a beautiful and healing heart to just make things better. My profession dictates that I hire and work with adolescent and family therapists on a daily basis. To be successful, you must be authentic and compassionate yet have the ability to hold firm boundaries and provide structure. Lydia is more than capable to lovingly provide the healing needed." — Carol
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Lydia in a professional capacity. She is down-to-earth, knowledgeable, and has a great sense of humor that she incorporates into her work with clients as appropriate. Lydia is a great fit for adolescents and is able to build trust and rapport quickly. She thinks outside the box, which works great with the teens she sees in her practice. I highly recommend her as a therapist for teens." — Amber
"Openness, kindness, and compassion are a few words I would use to describe Lydia. You can feel that she really cares for each of her clients and gives them the space to be heard, which is sometimes a hard task for parents to provide at home. I would highly recommend sending your children and teens to see Lydia at Concord Family Counseling." — Zavior
Explore our services
- Teen Counseling
- Family Counseling
- Young Adult Counseling
- Individual Counseling
- Couples Counseling
- Child Counseling
Visit Concord Family Counseling
7110 Crossroads Blvd, Suite 300, Brentwood, TN 37027
Phone: (615) 314-8412
By appointment only.
We see clients in person at our Brentwood office and by telehealth across Tennessee.
Visit Concord Family Counseling
7110 Crossroads Blvd, Suite 300, Brentwood, TN 37027
Phone: (615) 314-8412
By appointment only.
We see clients in person at our Brentwood office and by telehealth across Tennessee. We serve families throughout Brentwood, Franklin, and Williamson County.
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