Teen Mental Health Blog

by licensed psychotherapist Mallory Grimste, LCSW

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4 Ways to Help a Teen Who Struggle With Self Harm

4 Ways to Help Teens Who Struggle with Self Harm Video from Mallory Grimste, LCSW - Teen Therapist (office located in Woodbridge, CT) - Knowing how to help a teen who struggles with self harm can really make a difference. Watch this video to learn what you can do.

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6 Ways Teen Can Calm Their Self Harm Urges

6 Ways Teens Can Calm Their Self Harm Urges Video from Mallory Grimste, LCSW - Teen Therapist (office located in Woodbridge, CT) - You already know the rates of teens who self-harm are RISING. But do you know how to help teens who self-harm? There IS help for teens who struggle with self-harm. This video explains 6 ways teens can calm their self-harm urges using DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)'s Self-Soothing skills.

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6 Must Know Signs of Self Harm in Teenagers

6 Must Know Signs of Self Harm in Teenagers Video from Mallory Grimste, LCSW - Teen Therapist (office located in Woodbridge, CT) - Noticing the signs of Self Harm in Teenagers can help get teens linked with the right care and support before it gets worse. Help for Self-Harming Teens is out there- Therapy can help! This video explains 6 must know signs of self harm in teenagers.

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Self Harm vs. Suicidal Behavior | What's the Difference in Teens?

Self Harm vs. Suicidal Behavior | What's the Difference in Teens? Video from Mallory Grimste, LCSW - Teen Therapist (office located in Woodbridge, CT) - It is really scary to find out a teenager you know if self-harming. That's because we know the rates of teens who self harm and engage in suicidal behaviors are rising! But did you know that just because a teen self-harms does not mean they are suicidal!? So what’s the difference between self harm and suicidal behavior in teens? I’m going to to tell you this video!

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BTS: Teen Girl Therapy Group {Sneak Peek!}

Teen Girl Therapy Group: Behind the Scenes {Sneak Peek!} Video from Mallory Grimste, LCSW - Teen Therapist (office located in Woodbridge, CT) - You know that I love the power of Group Therapy for teens! I get a lot of questions about what happens in group therapy. For privacy and confidentiality reasons, I can’t film and share an actual Teen Girl Therapy Group session, but I can give you a behind-the-scenes, sneak peek in this video.

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Love a Teenager with Depression? Here's what you need to know...

Love a Teenager with Depression? Here’s what you need to know Video from Mallory Grimste, LCSW - Teen Therapist (office located in Woodbridge, CT) - When someone we love is hurting- it hurts us, too. We want to jump in to make things better for them. When it comes to loving a teenager with depression, there’s a few things you should know…

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5 Must Know Signs of Teenage Depression

5 Must Know Signs of Teenage Depression Video from Mallory Grimste, LCSW - Teen Therapist (office located in Woodbridge, CT) - Noticing the signs of Teenage Depression can help get teens linked with the right care and support before it gets worse. Help for Depressed Teens is out there. Therapy can help!

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Sadness vs Depression | What's the Difference for Teens!?

Sadness vs Depression | What’s the Difference for Teens Video from Mallory Grimste, LCSW - Teen Therapist (office located in Woodbridge, CT) - Nowadays it’s really easy to hear people talking about how depressed they feel and how they deal with their depression. Though unless you’ve been appropriately assessed and diagnosed by a mental health professional, please be careful with how you talk about your mental health.

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Ask a Teen Therapist Q&A Video with Mallory Grimste | Separation Anxiety, Toxic People, Perfectionism & More!

Ask a Teen Therapist Q&A with Mallory Grimste | Separation Anxiety, Toxic People, Perfectionism & More! Video from Mallory Grimste, LCSW - Teen Therapist (office located in Woodbridge, CT) Have you ever wanted to ask a teen therapist a question about teen mental health? Well you totally can! You can leave your questions for a future round of Ask A Teen Therapist in the comments.

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7 Ways Seeing A Teen Therapist Can Help You Live Your Best Life

7 Ways Seeing A Teen Therapist Can Help You Live Your Best Life Video from Mallory Grimste, LCSW - Teen Therapist (office located in Woodbridge, CT) - The way therapists are portrayed in the media is scary! (I’m looking at you, “13 Reasons Why”). It's no wonder teens are afraid to go therapy. That's why I figured I'd share with you 7 ways seeing a teen therapist can help you live your best life as a teenager.

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