Chat It Out Counselling and Wellness
YOUTH COUNSELLING - PORT ADELAIDE & ONLINE
Helping young individuals (11-21) in Adelaide, navigate school stress, friendships, anxiety, and life events.
It can feel like one moment your child is carefree, and the next they’re a teenager navigating big changes — emotionally, physically, and socially. As parents or caregivers, it’s common to wonder whether what you’re seeing is part of normal teenage development, or a sign your teen may benefit from extra support through youth or teen counselling in Port Adelaide.
At Chat It Out Counselling and Wellness, we provide a calm and supportive space for young people to talk openly, build confidence, and learn healthy ways to manage stress, emotions, and relationships.
Meet Cheryl - Youth Counsellor
Hi, I’m Cheryl Rydzynski — a Registered Counsellor based in Port Adelaide and the founder of Chat It Out Counselling and Wellness. I’m also a mum of two young adults and have previously volunteered as a youth mentor.
Those experiences have given me a deep understanding of the challenges that come with growing up — and parenting through it. I know how important it is for young people to feel heard, supported, and understood.
Whether it’s anxiety, school pressure, friendship challenges, or changes in self-confidence, sessions are tailored to help your teen explore their feelings, learn healthy coping tools, and build emotional resilience in their own way and at their own pace.
Teen and Youth Counselling at Port Adelaide
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Mentoring
Cheryl offers a supportive space for teens to confide, check in, and talk openly about what’s going on in their lives. Providing consistent support, and helping young people learn the skills they want to build, at their own pace.
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School Challenges
Support for the everyday struggles that may come with school life — from anxiety about attending, friendship issues, fitting in, bullying, to academic pressure. Sessions give your teen space to talk about how these challenges affect them, at their own pace, while exploring changes and strategies they feel ready to try.
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Emotional Wellbeing
For deeper struggles such as anxiety, trauma, grief, negative thinking, substance use, or big changes that feel hard to cope with. Sessions offer time to talk about what’s going on, explore what’s working and what isn’t, build on strengths, and learn coping strategies your teen feels ready to try.
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Career Planning
Deciding what to do after school can feel stressful, and it’s completely normal not to have it all figured out yet. These sessions provide space to explore strengths, interests, and future possibilities in a supportive way. Build confidence and clarity without the pressure of needing all the answers right now.
Teen Struggles: Common Signs To Look Out For:
Sleep disturbances
Social withdrawal / isolation
Change in mood that seems out of the ordinary
Loss of motivation
Substance use
Changes in appetite
Anxiety about going to school or public places
If you are unsure how to start the Counselling conversation with your Teen - you might like to get a few tips from our Fact Sheet - Starting the Counselling Conversation - Tips for Parents.
MY APPROACH
When we meet for the first time, we’ll chat in a private, comfortable space where you can speak freely and know everything you say stays confidential.
At the start, I’ll explain how sessions work — things like timing, paperwork, and what my role is (and yours).
Most people come for around 3–6 sessions, but everyone’s different. You’re always welcome to come back for extra support or a check-in whenever you need it.
Sometimes it can feel strange sitting in a room with someone you don’t know, so to make it a little easier, we can either go for a walk and talk, or play some games, so we can get to know each other better. You can talk about what’s been happening, what’s on your mind, and what you’d like to change.
Confidentiality – Privacy Matters
It’s normal to feel worried about sharing personal things with someone new. Confidentiality is an important part of counselling, and Teens naturally want to feel safe knowing that what they talk about stays private.
Everything shared remains confidential unless:
You are at risk of harm to yourself or someone else.
There is a concern about child abuse.
Your session notes are legally required by a court of law.
A referral to another professional is needed — in this case, I will always seek your permission first and discuss what information is shared.
Outside of these rare circumstances, what you share in counselling stays between us unless you choose to share something with your parent or caregiver.
Book Your Chat Today
Let’s chat about the support you need and how we can help you.
Sessions are $88 inc GST/hour
Packages available at reduced rates
NO GP REFERRAL REQUIRED