Anxiety can affect individuals at any stage of life, but how it shows up, and how it’s best treated, varies significantly depending on age. At Stick & Stone Counselling Services, we recognize that effective anxiety therapy must be tailored to meet the unique developmental, emotional, and psychological needs of children, teens, and adults.
Children: Using Play and Expression
For young children, anxiety is often expressed through behavior rather than words—clinginess, irritability, or physical complaints like stomachaches. Children may struggle to articulate what they’re feeling, therapy often involves play-based techniques, storytelling, and creative activities that allow them to explore and process emotions in a way they understand. Child-focused anxiety therapy helps build emotional awareness, teaches calming strategies, and reassures children that they are safe and supported.
Teens: Building Coping Skills and Identity
Adolescents face anxiety related to social pressures, academic expectations, identity development, and more. For teens, therapy often includes cognitive-behavioral techniques (CBT), mindfulness, and open discussions that allow them to explore the root causes of their anxiety. Helping teens recognize anxious thought patterns and build practical coping strategies promotes emotional resilience and strengthens their ability to navigate life’s challenges.
Adults: Addressing Stress, Life Transitions, and Root Causes
In adults, anxiety can be tied to work stress, relationships, parenting, trauma, or major life transitions. Adult therapy often focuses on identifying triggers, exploring underlying beliefs, and developing long-term coping mechanisms. Therapists may use CBT, EMDR, or mindfulness-based approaches to help adults regain control over their emotional health and find balance.
Support at Every Stage
No matter your age, anxiety is treatable. Stick & Stone Counselling Services in Saskatoon offers personalized, age-appropriate support to help individuals find relief, build confidence, and feel more at ease in their lives. Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all—and it shouldn’t be.
To learn more about effective ways to manage anxiety, contact Stick & Stone Counselling Services in Saskatoon, SK. We look forward to working with you and answering any questions you may have.