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Close-up of a teen painting with a colorful palette, representing the benefits of art therapy for teens in fostering creativity, self-expression, and emotional healing.

Benefits of Art Therapy for Teens

Art therapy for teens is a creative approach that combines therapeutic counseling techniques with artistic expression. There are numerous benefits ...

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The Best Mindfulness Activities for Teens

Mindfulness activities for teens offer a powerful way to reduce stress, improve focus, and enhance emotional well-being. At Nexus Teen Academy, ...

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Teen sitting with head in hands, holding a measuring tape, symbolizing distress. Highlighting common signs of emotional dysregulation in teens at Nexus Teen Academy.

Common Signs of Emotional Dysregulation in Teens

Emotional dysregulation is a mental health symptom that makes it difficult to control our emotions. These overwhelming emotions are usually ...

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Teens practicing mindfulness meditation in a classroom setting, learning techniques for focus, relaxation, and emotional regulation as part of a guided session.

How to Teach Mindfulness to Teens

Mindfulness is a Buddhist practice broadly defined as the practice of being aware of the present without judgment. It is ...

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Hands forming a supportive circle, symbolizing a holistic approach to teen mental health that integrates emotional, physical, and social well-being.

What is a Holistic Approach to Teen Mental Health?

Raising a teenager can be challenging, especially when it comes to their mental health. The teenage years are filled with ...

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Teens and a therapist engage in a psychodrama therapy session, using role-playing and guided interaction to explore emotions and improve mental well-being.

Common Teen Psychodrama Therapy Techniques

As a parent, it’s heartbreaking to watch your teen struggle with their emotions. Maybe they shut down when upset, get ...

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Teen engaged in an art therapy session, using drawing and colors as a form of self-expression and emotional healing in a supportive environment.

How Does Teen Art Therapy Work?

Art therapy is a powerful form of psychotherapy. Learning how art therapy works is vital to understanding if it is ...

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Teen engaged in a motivational interviewing session, discussing personal goals and challenges with a supportive therapist in a structured conversation.

Common Motivational Interviewing Questions for Teens

Teen motivational interviewing (MI) is a therapeutic approach that encourages behavioral change. It helps boost our motivation to make changes in ...

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Teen engaged in a motivational interviewing session with a therapist, discussing key principles such as empathy, goal-setting, and self-motivation for personal growth.

Key Principles of Teen Motivational Interviewing

Teen motivational interviewing principles involve recognizing that change is not immediate and that it comes from within. It is a ...

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