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When Your Teenager is Struggling, We’re Here to Help

Specialist psychotherapy for teenagers in Edinburgh, providing a safe, confidential and supportive space for young people experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, school pressures, friendship difficulties and other emotional challenges.


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You May be Noticing…

Increased anxiety, worrying or feeling overwhelmed

Low mood, withdrawal or changes in behaviour

Difficulties at school, with friendships or social situations

Low self-esteem, emotional outbursts or struggling to cope

How We Support Teenagers

The teenage years can bring significant emotional, social and academic pressures. Psychotherapy gives young people a safe and supportive environment where they can talk openly about what they are experiencing without feeling judged.

Whether your teenager is struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, friendships, school pressures, family difficulties or overwhelming emotions, our experienced therapists provide support tailored to their individual needs.

We help teenagers better understand their thoughts and feelings, develop healthy ways of coping and build the confidence and emotional resilience they need as they move towards adulthood.

What to Expect

Initial Consultation

Initial Consultation

We take time to understand the difficulties your teenager is experiencing and discuss how psychotherapy may be able to support them.

Assessment & Understanding

Assessment & Understanding

Our therapist will begin building a trusting relationship with your teenager while gaining a clearer understanding of their individual needs and circumstances.

Ongoing Psychotherapy

Ongoing Psychotherapy

Regular, supportive sessions give your teenager a safe space to talk, develop healthier coping strategies and build confidence and emotional resilience.

Why choose the Anchor Practice

Specialist Clinicians

Specialist Clinicians

Experienced, qualified therapists providing compassionate, age-appropriate psychotherapy for teenagers and young people.

Extensive Experience

Extensive Experience

Supporting teenagers experiencing anxiety, low mood, school pressures, friendship difficulties, low self-esteem and emotional challenges.

Trusted by Many

Trusted by Many

A trusted psychotherapy practice supporting young people and families across Edinburgh and the surrounding areas.

Confidential & Supportive

Confidential & Supportive

A safe, supportive environment where teenagers can talk openly and begin making sense of difficult thoughts, feelings and experiences.

Not Sure if Psychotherapy is Right for Your Teenager?

It can be difficult to know whether psychotherapy is the right step for your teenager. We're here to listen to your concerns, answer your questions and explain how psychotherapy could support them before you make any decisions.


All enquiries are handled with complete confidentiality