Adolescence and early adulthood bring big changes, and sometimes things feel too hard to manage alone. Zohreh works online with young people aged 12 to 25 to help them make sense of what’s going on, feel more confident and find their own way forward.

Young people often come to talk about

• Anxiety, stress or worry, including school pressure
• Low mood, or feeling flat or hopeless
• Friendship problems, bullying or feeling left out
• Family conflict, separation or changes at home
• Grief, loss or difficult experiences
• Identity, self-esteem and fitting in
• Settling into a new country or culture
• Starting university, TAFE or work, and the move to independence
• Relationships and dating

How therapy can help

Sessions are relaxed and go at the young person’s pace. Zohreh draws on Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT for adolescents, CBT, ACT and DBT skills, and has worked with young people through headspace and community services. Narrative practice helps young people see that they are not the problem, and to build on the strengths and values they already have.

Support for parents

For young people under 18, parents are welcome to be part of the process. Zohreh can offer parenting support, including the Tuning in to Teens program, and help families communicate more openly. Young adults can choose whether to involve family.

Consent and confidentiality

For young people under 16, a parent or guardian usually provides consent before the first session. What a young person shares is kept private, with some exceptions where there’s a risk to their safety. Zohreh explains this with both the young person and their parent at the start.

Medicare

With a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan, young people can access Medicare rebates for up to 10 sessions each calendar year. See the Fee page.

Getting started

Book a free 15-minute intake call to talk about whether Oakwise Therapy is a good fit.

If a young person needs help now, they can call Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800 (24/7), or 000 in an emergency.