Young Adults
Adolescents & Young Adults (Ages 13–18+)
Supporting Life Skills, Independence & Successful Transitions
The teenage years are a powerful time of growth, identity-building and increasing responsibility. Adolescents and young adults begin to step into the world with more independence—managing school pressures, navigating friendships, preparing for community participation, and planning their future pathways. For many, this stage comes with new challenges that can feel overwhelming without the right support.
At Kids Therapy Station, we specialise in helping teens develop the life skills, confidence and emotional tools they need to thrive—both now and into adulthood. Our mobile occupational therapy model allows us to work with adolescents where they feel safest and most themselves: at home, school or in the community. This makes therapy meaningful, relevant and easier to apply in everyday life.
Why Occupational Therapy Matters for Teenagers
Adolescence is filled with major transitions: high school expectations, growing independence, social changes, and preparing for adulthood. These milestones require strong executive functioning, emotional regulation, communication skills and daily living abilities.
Occupational therapy supports teens by helping them:
- Build emotional resilience and self-awareness
- Strengthen independence in daily routines
- Develop life skills needed for adulthood
- Prepare for vocational and community participation
- Improve social confidence and problem-solving
- Navigate sensory needs and stressors
- Work toward meaningful goals that shape their future
By focusing on functional skills and real-life experiences, we empower teenagers to move into adulthood with greater confidence, capability and autonomy.
Our Focus for Adolescents & Young Adults
We support teens and their families in developing the skills they need to participate fully in their home, school and community life.
Emotional Wellbeing & Self-Regulation Strategies
We help teens learn to:
- Identify and manage stress
- Use coping and calming tools
- Build self-esteem and confidence
- Understand emotional triggers
- Improve resilience and self-advocacy
Strong emotional regulation supports healthier relationships, learning and independence.
Vocational & Community Access Preparation
We assist young people to prepare for adulthood through:
- Exploring strengths, interests and future goals
- Building skills for workplace expectations
- Community safety awareness
- Planning and navigating daily travel
- Understanding personal responsibilities
These skills help teens become confident participants in their community.
Functional Life Skills
Practical skills are essential for independence. We support development in:
- Handling money and budgeting
- Using public transport safely
- Completing household tasks
- Meal planning and basic cooking
- Organisation and problem-solving
Hands-on experiences help teens feel capable and prepared.
Social Interaction & Independence
During adolescence, social life becomes more complex. We help teens:
- Build healthy friendships
- Navigate social expectations
- Improve communication and conversation skills
- Develop independence in community settings
- Strengthen decision-making and boundaries
Self-Care Routines
Growing independence means managing personal responsibilities. We support:
- Personal hygiene
- Time management
- Daily scheduling and planning
- Organisation of school and work tasks
- Healthy sleep and self-care habits
Support for Neurodivergent Teens
We provide respectful, neuroaffirming support for young people with:
- Autism
- ADHD
- Intellectual disability
- Executive functioning differences
- Mental health challenges
Therapy is strengths-based, collaborative and tailored to each teen’s communication style, sensory needs and goals.
Together, we can help your young adult thrive—today, and into the future.