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Teen Mental Health Treatment in Arizona

Author Archives: Executive Director Hannah Carr-Unquera, LPC

  • A distressed teenage girl sits with her hand on her forehead during a counseling session, representing the need for inpatient treatment for teenage PTSD at a mental health care facility.

    Inpatient Treatment for Teenage PTSD

    According to the National Center for PTSD, about 14% to 43% of teens have experienced a traumatic event during their lifetime. It is important to understand that not all trauma can lead to teen PTSD. Some statistics indicate that about 3%-15% of girls who have experienced trauma develop PTSD. The number is a bit lower in boys, with …

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  • A family sits together in a counseling session, symbolizing the benefits of parent and family counseling in enhancing communication, emotional support, and problem-solving within the household.

    Benefits of Parent and Family Counseling

    Family counseling is an important part of teen mental health treatment as it helps to improve family interactions. As teenagers enter adolescence, they undergo various physical, emotional, and psychological changes. These changes can lead to increased conflict and strained family dynamics. Similarly, teens with mental health conditions require special support from their families. Family therapy is designed …

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  • Two people engage in an animated discussion in a casual setting, representing how motivational interviewing is used to support positive behavioral change through open and empathetic communication.

    What Is Motivational Interviewing Used For?

    Motivational interviewing (MI) has become popular for behavioral and mental health treatment. It is an evidence-based approach that targets our intrinsic ability to change. It was first developed to help teens with substance use disorders and other addictions. Teens with behavioral issues are aware that they need to change to improve their lives. MI uses …

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  • Teen girl practices meditation seated cross-legged on a yoga mat in a park, promoting calm and focus, representing the best meditation exercises designed to support teens' mental well-being.

    Best Meditation Exercises for Teens

    Life as a teen today can be overwhelming for countless reasons. As a parent, you want to help, but it’s not always easy to know how. That’s where meditation comes in. Meditation exercises for teens are simple, science-backed ways for teens to manage stress, improve focus, and feel more in control of their emotions. And …

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  • A teen with long blonde hair sits cross-legged on grass in a peaceful park, meditating outdoors, representing various meditation techniques teens can explore for mental clarity and relaxation.

    Different Meditation Techniques Your Teen Can Try

    Teenage years can be overwhelming. To help teens deal with problems during adolescence, meditation is a powerful tool that can help your teen stay calm, improve focus, and enhance their overall mental health. It is a simple practice that does not require any special equipment. There are many meditation techniques, each catering to different needs. …

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