Teen and Young Adult Therapy to Build Confidence and Coping Skills

You’re Not Imagining It. Things Are Harder for This Generation

Your teen is melting down over homework, glued to their phone, and pulling away from friends. Your college-aged kid screens your calls, and you’re walking the tightrope between staying connected and respecting their independence. Or maybe you’re the young adult—overwhelmed, burned out, and quietly freaking out while it looks like everyone else is “figuring it out.”

We see you. And we can help.

At Empower Family Therapy, we specialize in therapy for teens and young adults in Chicago (Lincoln Park), Oak Park, and virtually across Illinois and Florida. Whether it’s anxiety, identity struggles, school stress, or just feeling totally stuck, we help young people find their footing in a fast-moving world.

More Than Just Talk, We Teach Skills That Stick

It’s no surprise that today’s teens and young adults are carrying more than ever. Between social media pressure, academic stress, and a world on fire, their nervous systems are working overtime. With all of these changes in this generation, it’s tough for parents to know how to best support their young adult children and find the balance of accountability and trust.

We teach emotional regulation for teens, boundary-setting, and self-compassion—not in a preachy way, but through relatable tools they’ll actually use.

Whether they’re avoiding school, struggling with social anxiety, or feeling stuck post-graduation, our therapists help young people build resilience from the inside out.

Family Involvement (Without the Eye Rolls)

We often involve caregivers in ways that feel collaborative, not controlling. We’ll help you understand what your teen is really trying to say (even when they’re not saying anything). You’ll learn how to co-regulate, support autonomy, and model the emotional safety they need to thrive.