Thriving as a Teen
Let's face it -
being a teen these days can be tough.
The bar has been set sky high, with so many options and so many expectations. Not to mention the basic stresses of school, social media, supposed "friends" (that come and go) and of course worrying about... the future!
Do you feel alone, like nobody understands you?
Maybe you're frustrated, or constantly arguing with your friends, siblings or parents.
Do you judge yourself, or worse, see yourself as "less than," "stupid," "ugly" or "unworthy"?
What about anger? Is yours manageable? Or do you tend to "explode" unexpectedly?
Do you engage in activities that you know are not in your best interest, but do them anyway?
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And how's your confidence?
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truth is, these challenges are quite common for teens.
you're not messed up.
you're not a "loser" or "abnormal"
you don't need "fixing"
and yes, there is another way !
Counselling for
Teen & Life Mastery
As a practical "mind coach" and psychologist, my job is to help you uncover and explore the unconscious patterns that are causing your pain and frustration; and invite you to consider new possibilities.
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Together, we explore your model of the world - a mix of emotions, thoughts, behaviour, language, beliefs, values and needs - "weeding" out those that are ineffective, and replacing them with alternatives that bring more joy and confidence - consistently.
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This is all done in a safe, comfortable, trusting space; at a pace that feels right for you. It's your counselling session, therefore YOU are in the driver's seat. No pressure. No stress.
maybe it's time to own your personal power!
Mark has rich life experiences which inspire teenagers and young adults in their career path. At the same time, he provides practical methods to guide his clients to think more broadly about life decisions. Great counsellor!
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Alex Tsang
university supervisor
Excellent coaching! I’ve got many new perspectives and insights on my current and past issues which have been very helpful. Mark, analysing and clarifying my situation wasn’t easy but you’ve done a marvellous job. Thanks! :)
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Wu, Ga Yan
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Mark is a great listener and very professional. He analysed my situation and gave me confidence. He led me to think about questions I never dared to ask. His encouragement and support allowed me to progress and find the courage to face new challenges.
Thank you.
Laura Han
Personal Transformation: Child to Adult
Everyone knows the teen years are a crucial, yet delicate period in a young person's life - a time where personal identity really starts to take shape. It's a time of transition, a rite of passage - the "child" (in theory) becomes an "adult."
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Question is, what sort of adult evolves at the end of the teen years? A young man/woman full of confidence and determination, responsible and independent. OR a "big kid" lost and confused, unsure of themselves, distracted by impulses, addictions or possibly toxic relationships.
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I often tell parents...
"If there are two fundamental beliefs I aim to develop in your child,
those would be CONFIDENCE and a strong sense of IDENTITY!"
confidence is the foundational stone to an awesome and fulfilling life!
Professional Support & Mentorship - Teens
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Identity Issues
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Mindset & Confidence
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Anxiety
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Dating & Relationships
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EQ & Emotional Awareness
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Anger Management
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Social & Interpersonal Skills
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Career/Life Planning
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Executive Functioning
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Depression
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Stress & Time Management
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Procrastination
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Family Dynamics
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ADHD
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Bullying
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Conduct Disorder
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Drug or Alcohol Misuse
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Self-Harm / Self-Mutilation
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Behavioural Issues
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Eating Disorders
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Addictions
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Femininity & Masculinity
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Body Image
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FOMO
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