Young Adult
Counseling
As a young adult, you face a unique set of challenges during an important developmental stage called Intimacy vs. Isolation. At this phase, your goal is to build lasting, meaningful relationships with people who truly accept you for who you are at your core. Developing these deep connections can be difficult on its own—but it becomes even more complex when you’re still learning to accept and support yourself.
This is the central challenge you encounter:
You want to find others who are like you, yet you aren’t completely sure who you are yourself.
Your strong desire for acceptance and belonging may lead you to change yourself to fit in—often without even realizing it.
When relationships don’t meet your expectations, feelings of shame can cause you to withdraw and isolate from others.
Beyond relationship struggles, you also have to manage important career, financial, and other “adulting” decisions, often for the very first time. The combined pressure of these transitions can contribute to or worsen mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.
Recognizing these challenges is the crucial first step toward building a strong support system that nurtures both your connections with others and your relationship with yourself. By acknowledging difficulties early on, you create the foundation for growth and healing. This phase of your life can serve as a springboard to discovering deeper meaning, purpose, and a genuine sense of belonging that will sustain you for many years to come.
Mental Health Challenges
Some common mental health challenges facing young adults include:
Anxiety
Depression
Self-Harm
Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity (ADHD)
Adjustment/Transition Difficulties
Friendship Difficulties
Romantic Relationship Difficulties
Family Relationship Difficulties
Academic Challenges
Sexual Identity Development Challenges
Gender Identity Development Challenges
Racial/Cultural Identity Development Challenges
Spiritual Development Challenges
Navigating Career, Vocational, or College Decisions
And more…
These challenges may feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. Therapy offers a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your struggles and uncover the root causes of your mental health symptoms. This journey can help you begin to feel better and reconnect with your true self.
How I Can Help
To support you through the unique challenges of young adulthood, I use Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), which helps build a sense of security within yourself and in your relationships. This foundation of attachment security empowers you to face life’s difficulties with greater confidence and eases mental health symptoms. Our journey starts by creating a secure connection during sessions—a safe space for you to share your emotions and thoughts and feel truly understood. From there, we delve into exploring your identity or work on strengthening your relationships.
For immediate difficulties with emotional regulation or intense mental health symptoms, I integrate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). This provides practical skills to manage daily challenges effectively, paving the way for deeper emotional healing.
Where to Begin
Starting Your Therapy Journey
Free 15-Minute Phone Consultation: Schedule a complimentary call to discuss your concerns and determine if my approach is right for you.
Multiple Contact Options: Reach out through phone, email, or text to have your questions answered or to schedule the first session.
Streamlined Paperwork: Easily consent to therapy and verify you insurance benefits using our online system.
First Session: An initial meeting to discuss your mental health history, explore current challenges, and set therapy goals.
Subsequent Sessions: Usually scheduled once a week or every other week, tailored to your goals and personalized treatment plan.
This process ensures a strong foundation and clear goals for your path to wellness.