ARE YOU A TEEN IN CRISIS, OR IS YOUR TEEN STRUGGLING?
YOU THRIVE: Teen Therapy for Confidence, Balance, and Mental Wellness Parents — Let’s Start the Journey Together!
Being a teenager is tough – navigating emotions, relationships, and responsibilities can be overwhelming. If you're a teen struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges, or if you're a parent searching for therapy for your teen, you're not alone. At JCACounseling, we specialize in teen therapy and provide expert support for both teens and parents navigating this critical stage. Our experienced therapists for teens help adolescents explore their identity, build self-esteem, clarify values, and set healthy goals — all while addressing emotional and behavioral struggles that may impact daily life and relationships. Teen Therapy Can Help With: ✔ Anxiety & depression ✔ Self-harm & suicidal thoughts ✔ Teen addiction & substance abuse ✔ Bullying & social struggles ✔ Low self-esteem & self-worth ✔ Family conflict & communication issues For parents, we also offer parenting support counseling to help you understand your teen’s emotional needs, recognize signs of distress, and strike a healthy balance between offering support and promoting independence. Whether you're seeking teen mental help or simply want to explore options for improving your child’s teen mental health, our team is here to walk with you every step of the way.
Contact us today to connect with a therapist for teens who can help your family thrive.

HEALTHY TEEN RELATIONSHIPS
RELATIONSHIPS THAT BRING OUT THE BEST IN US
As children grow into teenagers, peer relationships become a crucial part of their identity and emotional development. Forming healthy friendships that reflect their values and promote positive growth is key to building confidence and emotional resilience. But when teens struggle to make friends, feel excluded, or become involved in unhealthy relationships, it can deeply impact their mental health and self-esteem. At JCACounseling, our expert therapists for teens offer specialized teen therapy focused on social and emotional growth. We help adolescents: ✔ Develop effective communication skills ✔ Build assertiveness and confidence ✔ Establish and maintain healthy boundaries ✔ Navigate friendship struggles and peer pressure ✔ Find balance between friendships and family life If your teen is facing challenges with friendships, social skills, or self-confidence, you don’t have to navigate it alone. We’re here to provide trusted therapy for teens and compassionate support for your family.
SUICIDE AND SELF HARM
MANAGING OVERWHELMING EMOTIONS
No parent wants to believe their teen could be struggling with suicidal thoughts, but the reality is that teen suicidality and self-harm is a growing concern. If your teenager is talking about death, dying, or expressing that they don’t want to be alive, it’s critical to treat these statements with the urgency they deserve. Many dismiss these remarks as "just seeking attention," but research shows that suicidal ideation often stems from overwhelming emotional pain, isolation, or feeling like a burden. At JCACounseling, our experienced teen therapists are trained to assess the risk level when a teen is experiencing suicidal ideation. We provide a safe space where your child feels heard and understood while developing effective coping strategies to manage emotional distress, depression, and self-harm behaviors. How We Support Teens & Families: ✔ Suicide risk assessment by trained professionals ✔ Coping strategies to manage overwhelming emotions ✔ Therapy for self-harm & suicidal ideation ✔ Parental support & family inclusion in the healing process ✔ Building a strong support network for long-term recovery While teen counseling is confidential, we take a team-based approach when the risk is high, ensuring the teen, parents, and family work together toward healing. Many parents want to help but don’t always know how—our therapists for teens guide families in offering effective emotional support that truly makes a difference. If your teen is struggling with suicidal thoughts, self-harm, or depression, don’t wait—call us today to schedule a consultation and get the support your family needs.

YOU ARE WELCOME
COME AS YOU ARE
In today’s divisive climate, it can be difficult to know where you will feel truly accepted. At JCACounseling, we are committed to remaining above politics, providing a welcoming and judgment-free space for everyone, regardless of background, identity, or beliefs.
Our compassionate therapists are experienced in working with:
✔ Individuals from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds
✔ People of all faiths, including those who are spiritual, religious, or non-practicing
✔ Multiracial families navigating unique challenges
✔ LGBTQ+ adolescents and trans teens exploring identity
✔ Those processing faith, identity, or personal struggles
At JCAC, we believe in meeting you where you are and offering a safe, supportive space for growth and healing. Our therapists are free of judgment and passionate about helping individuals, teens, and families through life’s challenges. If you are looking for a counselor who understands your unique experiences, let us know when you call our intake line—we’re here to connect you with the right therapist for your journey.

MOVING INTO ADULTHOOD
COLLEGE PLANNING
Preparing for college comes with exciting expectations of freedom and independence, but many young adults find themselves struggling with stress, anxiety, and depression during this transition. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, know that you’re not alone—adjusting to college life can be challenging, but support for teens and young adults is available.
Common Challenges for College Students & Young Adults:
✔ Experiencing depression or anxiety for the first time
✔ Feeling overwhelmed by career choices, relationships, and life decisions
✔ Struggling with uncertainty about the future, choosing a major, or finding direction
✔ Coping with stress in unhealthy ways, such as substance use or risky behaviors
At Johns Creek and Alpharetta Counseling (JCAC), our experienced therapists help college students and young adults navigate the pressures of academic life, relationships, and self-discovery. We don’t tell you what to do—we help you uncover the path that’s right for you.
Therapy Can Help You:
✔ Gain clarity and confidence about your future
✔ Manage stress, anxiety, and depression
✔ Build healthy coping strategies
✔ Navigate college life, independence, and "adulting"
You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Call us today to schedule an appointment and start building the life you want.