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Understand what is getting in the way
Explore patterns around attention, anxiety, energy, avoidance and overwhelm. A clearer understanding can reduce shame and make the next step easier to see.
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When getting started feels harder than it should.
Practical, affirming support for young adults who feel stuck with motivation, routines, school, work, confidence or what comes next. Counselling offers a calm place to understand what is getting in the way and find realistic ways forward—without shame, lectures or pressure to have everything figured out.
Parents may see a young adult staying in their room, struggling with routines, putting off applications or feeling unable to begin school or work.
From the young adult’s side, it may feel like overwhelm, anxiety, exhaustion, uncertainty or simply not knowing where to start.
ADHD can affect task initiation, planning, time, working memory and emotional regulation. Anxiety can make the possibility of getting something wrong feel so uncomfortable that avoiding it seems safer. After enough difficult experiences, confidence can take a real hit.
Counselling is not another person telling a young adult to “just try harder.” Sessions are collaborative, practical and built around what matters to them.
Explore patterns around attention, anxiety, energy, avoidance and overwhelm. A clearer understanding can reduce shame and make the next step easier to see.
Break large goals into manageable actions and create supports for planning, task initiation, follow-through and daily life.
Recognize strengths, recover from setbacks and practise making decisions without expecting progress to be perfectly linear.
The goals are different for every person. Together, we can identify useful supports and take one realistic step at a time.
It can be painful to watch your young adult struggle, especially when every conversation about school, work or chores turns into tension.
You may be trying to help while wondering whether you are doing too much, too little or simply the wrong thing.
Parents are welcome to make the first enquiry.
Alicia can explain the service, answer questions and talk about how to involve the young adult respectfully. Because the client is a young adult, their comfort, goals and participation remain central to the process.
The first conversation is simply a chance to describe what has been happening and decide on a useful next step.
Some young adults prefer one-to-one support. Others are also looking for friendship, shared experiences and a relaxed place to meet people their age.
No. A formal diagnosis is not required to ask about counselling. Support can begin with the challenges the young adult is currently experiencing.
Yes. Parents often make the first enquiry because they are helping their young adult consider options. Alicia can explain the service and discuss how to involve the young adult respectfully in deciding whether counselling feels right.
Yes. Counselling can start exactly where the person is. An initial goal might be creating a steadier routine, managing anxiety, rebuilding confidence or identifying one manageable next step.
No. The counsellor will not arrive with a predetermined life plan. Support is collaborative and focuses on goals that are meaningful and realistic for the young adult.
Yes. In-person appointments are available in Burlington, and virtual counselling is available across Ontario.
Receipts are provided for registered social work services. Coverage varies by extended health plan, so families may wish to confirm their individual benefits.
Tell Alicia what has been feeling difficult lately. She will ask a few questions, explain the available options and help determine whether Calm Guidance is a good fit.
Alicia: 905-353-5260
845 Harrington Court, Unit 200B, Burlington
In-person in Burlington · Virtual across Ontario
Start with a free 15-minute conversation. There is no obligation to book.
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Compassionate, evidence-based counselling for children, teens, adults and families in Burlington and across Ontario.
(905) 353-5260
info@calmguidancecounselling.com
845 Harrington Court, Unit 200B
Burlington, Ontario L7N 3P3
