Teen depression can develop for a wide variety of reasons—some clear, some hidden, and some that even teens cannot explain. Our clinicians regularly see teens experiencing depression related to:
Sometimes everything appears “fine” on the outside—school, friends, family—and yet a teen is struggling deeply. Depression often works quietly, making it hard for teens to put it into words or ask for help.
Parents may see changes in mood, sleep, motivation, irritability, withdrawal, school performance, or fatigue long before a teen is able to share what’s going on.
If you’re concerned, we’ve created a detailed guide to help you recognize common symptoms:
Is My Teen Struggling With Depression?
Depression often makes teens feel alone, misunderstood, or disconnected. Our therapists are trained specifically to work with teenagers—creating a space where they feel safe, respected, and free to open up at their own pace.
We begin by understanding how depression shows up for your teen—emotionally, socially, behaviourally, and physically. No pressure. No expectations. Just a space where they can talk, express, and have someone truly listen.
Talking matters. Research consistently shows that teens who share their struggles with a caring person have a significantly better chance of recovering than those who keep everything inside. Teens who don’t talk about what they’re going through often stay depressed for longer.
The first stage of therapy focuses on helping your teen feel safe and supported. We work on emotional relief, grounding strategies, and understanding what they are experiencing—without minimizing or pushing too fast.
As trust develops, therapy gently explores the roots of your teen’s depression: loss, trauma, relationship challenges, stress, or internal patterns they can’t yet name. Every teen’s depressive experience is different. Therapy adapts to their needs, pace, and personality.
Having a therapist join your teen’s team is a proactive and healthy choice. It gives your child another trusted adult who can help them talk through what they’re feeling and support them through the heaviness of depression.
Our entire team is well-versed in treating teen depression and understands the unique needs of adolescents.
If you have questions, our reception team is skilled at helping parents choose the right therapist for their teen. They’re here to answer your questions, offer guidance, and help you book an appointment at either our Runnymede or Danforth locations in Toronto.
To learn more about individual and family therapy, reach out to the team and we’ll be happy to help. Call us at 416-565-4504 for our Bloor and Runnymede location, or at 647-296-8441 for our Danforth location. You can also email us at info@counsellingtorontoteens.com or book now at Bloor West or Danforth. It’s always the right time to make positive changes in your life.
267 Runnymede Rd,
Toronto, ON, M6S 2Y5
374 Danforth Ave. 2nd Floor
Toronto, ON, M4K 1N8
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267 Runnymede Rd,
Toronto, ON, M6S 2Y5
374 Danforth Ave. 2nd Floor
Toronto, ON, M4K 1N8