Counselling for Teenagers Across the UK

Calmss specialises in counselling for teenagers across the UK, offering safe and supportive sessions for young people aged 13–18. Our qualified counsellors provide help with anxiety, low mood, friendships, and school stress. We are experienced in teenage anxiety counselling, giving young people the space to express themselves, develop coping strategies, and build self-esteem. Whether delivered one-to-one, in groups, or through schools, our counselling puts the teenager at the centre of the process, helping them feel heard and understood.

Our sessions focus on

Emotional wellbeing 

Helping teenagers manage stress, low mood, or anxiety.

Teenagers today are under huge pressure — from school demands, social media, friendship dynamics, and sometimes family challenges too. At Calmss, we help young people recognise and understand their feelings, whether that’s anxiety, low mood, stress, or simply feeling overwhelmed.

Through gentle conversation and evidence-based techniques, we support teenagers to:

  • Explore what’s really going on beneath the surface.

  • Learn how to manage anxious thoughts before they spiral.

  • Develop healthier coping strategies that last beyond the counselling room.

  • Feel more in control of their emotions, rather than controlled by them.

Our focus is not just on short-term relief, but on giving young people the tools to build resilience and confidence that will serve them throughout their school years and beyond.

Self-expression 

Using talking therapy and creative approaches when words are hard to find.

For many teenagers, talking about emotions doesn’t always come easily. At Calmss, we recognise that words aren’t the only way to communicate what’s happening inside. That’s why we offer a range of approaches that encourage self-expression in ways that feel natural and safe.

Some young people connect best through:

  • Creative techniques such as drawing, role play, or story-building.

  • Practical exercises like journaling or guided activities that make it easier to open up.

  • Play-based or movement-based methods for those who find sitting and talking uncomfortable.

By giving teenagers different ways to express themselves, we help them uncover thoughts and feelings that might otherwise stay hidden. This process can be deeply empowering, allowing them to find their own voice, build confidence, and feel truly understood.

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Positive relationships 

Supporting confidence in friendships, family life, and school.

Teenage years can be full of change, and relationships often sit at the heart of both the joys and the struggles. Many young people find friendships complicated, family life challenging, or school relationships overwhelming. At Calmss, we recognise how much these connections shape a teenager’s self-esteem, behaviour, and overall wellbeing.

In our sessions, we support young people to:

  • Explore patterns in their friendships and learn how to set healthy boundaries.

  • Strengthen communication with parents, carers, or teachers.

  • Build confidence in social settings, whether that’s in the classroom, at home, or online.

  • Develop trust and respect in the way they relate to others.

By focusing on relationships, we help teenagers understand themselves better in the context of others, while also giving them the skills to navigate conflict, form healthier bonds, and feel more secure in their place within family, school, and community life.