Are You Struggling With The Transition Into Adulthood?

Are you a young adult embarking on a new chapter in your life?

Have you recently graduated, taken a gap year, accepted a new job, or made a big move?

Yet, are fear and self-doubt getting in the way of establishing new goals and routines?

The transition period between living with your parents/in a college setting and living on your own is crucial. It may feel like so much rides on which job you take, where you live, and how you spend your time.

Unfortunately, many young adults have a hard time deciding what’s next. They feel immense pressure to immediately identify and fulfill their purpose, resulting in self-criticism, stress, and anxiety. Many individuals feel so overwhelmed by their prospects that they miss important obligations and engage in unhealthy coping behaviors like using substances. In some instances, these behaviors extend beyond their work performance and into their relationships, especially as they experiment with dating and meeting new people. Instead of feeling confident in themselves, the individuals I work with are often lonely, aimless, and confused.

Therapy offers young adults in the midst of transition an opportunity to explore what they really want. Working together, we can build tools that will increase insight, establish a healthy routine, and find meaning during times of change and uncertainty.

I Was Successful Throughout My Adolescence, So Why Am I Struggling Now?

Adulthood comes for all of us sooner or later. Whether we embark on a conventional path or not, there comes a time when each of us has to figure out how we will thrive, maintain independence, and work toward our purpose.

Of course, there is no guidebook for how to navigate young adulthood. Much like being thrown into the deep end without knowing how to swim, many of us are expected to simply “figure it out.” Lacking direction, we are likely to struggle with balancing the expectations of our friends, families, and society at large alongside our most deeply held and authentic aspirations. This time of life can feel like a juggle as we increasingly gain clarity into what does and doesn’t work for us.

If you’re a young adult facing a worrisome, uncertain future, you are not alone—therapy can help. By having a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore your innermost fears and desires with a therapist whose only agenda is to support you, you can develop life-changing insights that will help to illuminate the path forward.

I Specialize In Therapy For Young Adults Navigating Tough Transitions

The overall goal of counseling is to help you cultivate a life that feels both manageable and fulfilling. As you better understand your unique setbacks and motivations in the safe space of therapy, you will develop a sense of self-awareness that will allow you to feel more confident in your decisions.

What To Expect

I individualize the counseling process for each of my young adult clients, depending on your presenting concerns and overall goals for therapy. That said, treatment typically involves a standard intake/history taking, discussion of your goals, and skills-building exercises that will help you reign in unhealthy habits and behaviors.

We do this by asking questions and engaging in explorations that will ultimately shed light on your purpose. With meaningful insight into how you want to spend your time, energy, and resources, you will gain clarity into the passions that instill your life with meaning.

Working together, we will figure out how to engage those passions while also identifying and reducing the roadblocks keeping you stuck. From this perspective, therapy for young adults has the potential to propel your life forward rather than keeping you trapped in a cycle of fear and anxiety.

I also help my young adult clients cultivate new healthy habits – and trim back unhelpful ones, including vaping, excessive weed use, and ghosting. In fact, the topic of dating and healthy relationships is often at the core of what brings these clients to therapy.

Transitions at any age can be challenging, but I will be with you every step of the way in therapy. As a supportive guide, I am here to help you live in alignment with your goals and values while also offering lifelong strategies for coping with change. Let’s collaborate in the counseling space to determine what’s next.

Still Unsure If Counseling For Young Adults Is Right For You?

I have never been to therapy before—I am not sure how it will help me navigate this transition.

Many of the young adults I work with are new to therapy. In some cases, they have put off going to therapy because they feel ashamed of their challenges, or they have never before experienced mental health symptoms. Either way, counseling is a nonjudgmental space where adults of any age—young or old—can feel welcome to explore their challenges.

Therapy offers you a meaningful opportunity to quiet the noise of external expectations and tune into what you actually think and feel. Having this time can be remarkably transformative as you learn to navigate obstacles, clarify goals, and set important boundaries. Furthermore, you will gain essential coping skills that you can use for life, no matter what challenges come your way in the future.

I’m a young adult just starting out on my own—how can I possibly afford therapy?

As a mental health therapist who specializes in working with young adults, I understand that the cost of counseling can be prohibitive among this age group. Though I am not in-network with any insurance providers, I am happy to strategize with you about paying for therapy and creating a treatment schedule that works with your budget.

Additionally, I encourage you to reach out to your parents to see if they can help cover the cost of counseling. Mental health is health, so it is likely your parents will be invested in helping you cover the cost of treatment if it means reducing disruptive, challenging mental health symptoms.

Do you offer career counseling?

As a mental health therapist, I primarily treat mental health symptoms in counseling; I am not a designated career counselor.

That said, therapy can still be a great place to explore your career prospects and direction. I routinely help clients navigate power dynamics at work, increase motivation, and problem-solve issues pertaining to superiors and direct reports. While I cannot necessarily help you create a resume or apply for jobs, I can support you with the process and help you discover what you want out of a career.

Embark On The Next Chapter With Confidence, Not Fear

I have been in your shoes not so long ago myself. As a driven, high-achieving young adult, you may be struggling with navigating familial and societal pressures during this transitional period of life—but therapy can provide the answers and clarity you’ve been searching for. To find out more about how I treat young adults in counseling, contact me.