Youth Counselling in Chilliwack, Abbotsford, and Online Across BC
Youth Counselling for Anxiety, Stress, and Life Changes
Adolescence can be a time of big transitions — emotionally, socially, and academically. Youth counselling offers a safe and supportive space for teens and young people to talk about what they’re experiencing, build coping skills, and gain confidence in who they are.
Whether your teen is struggling with anxiety, peer relationships, or self-esteem, therapy can help them feel more grounded and capable as they navigate this stage of life.
Youth counselling can help with:
✔ Anxiety, panic, and stress
✔ Low mood, depression, and lack of motivation
✔ Peer conflict, friendship struggles, or bullying
✔ Self-esteem, identity, and confidence
✔ Family changes, divorce, or transitions between homes
✔ Academic pressure, perfectionism, and burnout
✔ Coping with trauma or loss
✔ Building emotional awareness and communication skills
✔ Online therapy options for youth across BC
Youth Counsellors in BC Ready to Support You
Youth counselling gives young people a space to explore their emotions, experiences, and goals with a trusted adult. Our therapists meet each client where they’re at — helping teens find healthy ways to express themselves, work through challenges, and strengthen resilience.
Thrive offers youth counselling with a range of qualified therapists who specialize in working with adolescents. Sessions are available in person in Chilliwack or Abbotsford, and online for youth anywhere in British Columbia.
Youth Therapy FAQs: What to Know Before Getting Started
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Youth counselling provides a confidential, judgment-free space for teens and young people to talk about what’s going on in their lives. Counsellors help clients learn new coping strategies, manage emotions, and build stronger relationships with themselves and others.
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Our youth counsellors typically work with clients ages 12–18. For children under 12, please visit our Child Counselling page to learn about developmentally appropriate options.
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Depending on the age of the client, parents may be involved at the beginning of the process to share background or goals. Our counsellors always prioritize the young person’s comfort and confidentiality while keeping communication open when appropriate.
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Anxiety, depression, school stress, peer challenges, identity exploration, and family dynamics are some of the most common reasons teens come to therapy. It’s also a supportive space for processing grief, trauma, or self-esteem concerns.
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Yes. Thrive offers secure online sessions for youth anywhere in British Columbia. Online therapy can be a flexible, accessible option for teens with busy schedules or who prefer the comfort of home. To self-book an online counselling session head to our online counselling page
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Every client is different. Some benefit from a few sessions to address a specific issue, while others continue for several months to build ongoing support and tools for emotional regulation.
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You can browse our team to find a therapist whose experience and approach resonate with your teen — or fill out the matching form below, and our intake team will help find the best fit based on needs, goals, and scheduling.
Ready to get started?
Please fill out the form below for in-person counselling in Chilliwack and Abbotsford and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Our guideline in responding to your request is 2 business days. If you do not hear back please check your spam/junk folder as unfortunately sometimes our response finds its way there.
If you are interested in online counselling click here to get started, appointments are available as soon as this week.
Thrive Collective
604-705-4000
Our Admin staff works Monday through Friday. If we miss your phone call we are busy with a client or on the other line. Please leave a voicemail or send us an email at info@thrivewellbc.com
Please note that the voicemail is strictly confidential.
As a counsellor I create a safe space for you to connect with yourself.