Counselling, therapy and advice for teenagers
and parents in Central London and Chelsea

There are few who would deny that our teenage years are some of the most difficult in our lives. The passage into adulthood is not only complicated by a torrent of physical, emotional and psychological changes which frequently cause confusion and distress, but also by a whole host of external pressures from parents, teachers, peer groups and society in general. For parents, who ultimately want the very best for their youngsters, things can also be immensely difficult, but often they feel at a loss as to how to deal with some of the situations that face them, and the relationships between them and their teenage sons and daughters begin to deteriorate before their eyes.


Headed by renowned psychotherapist and counsellor Joseph Poullis, our highly-trained team of psychotherapists and counsellors at Teens Clinic has a great many years of experience in dealing with the problems and difficulties faced by the teenagers of today. Rather than just treating the symptoms of issues such as identity formation, sexuality, drug and alcohol problems and aggressive or violent behaviour, we take a holistic approach to treatment which ensures real and lasting change. What makes our practice really special, however, is that the work that we do with teenagers comes from a deeply-held respect for them as individuals and a true understanding of the problems that they face.


Although many of the difficulties which are commonly associated with the teenage years are often put down simply to the rush of hormones in the years following puberty, in most cases they stem from the very process of growing up and from adolescents trying to find their identities. Often, the issues that they are struggling with are deeply-rooted in the past, and this is when expert knowledge is required to help them see their way forward.

In every case without exception, the individuals that we see and their circumstances are unique. At Teens Clinic, we understand that a ‘one size fits all’ solution cannot work, and so instead of offering a standard package, we assess each case on an individual basis and create a tailored treatment plan which is appropriate for the needs of each and every client.



Getting teenagers to open up and talk about the issues which are at the very root of their despair and distress can be highly challenging. The patience, sensitivity and understanding which comes from successfully treating so many troubled teenagers allows our professional team to make the very best assessments and help you to decide on an appropriate course of action. In this way, not only is the physical, emotional and psychological health of those in our care secured, but a solid foundation for a happy and successful future is built.


Counselling and therapy for young people, adolescents and teenagers in Chelsea and
central London. Teenage counselling and advice with a qualified counsellor
for identity issues, addictions, sexuality issues and violence.