Have you ever caught yourself replaying the same situation over and over, wishing you’d said something different or done something better? Maybe you find yourself stuck in “what ifs” or trying to predict every possible outcome. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Overthinking—also called rumination—is something many teens and young adults experience, especially when stress or anxiety starts to take over.

Have you ever had one of those days where even the smallest thing, like a text left on “read” or a teacher’s comment, feels like too much? Maybe your chest tightens, your mind races, or you suddenly want to cry, even though you’re not sure why. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Feeling everything so deeply can be exhausting, confusing, and sometimes isolating.

If you’ve found yourself lying awake at night wondering how to help your child feel better, you’re not alone. Many parents across British Columbia share that same quiet worry: am I doing enough? The truth is, your presence and willingness to keep showing up already matter more than you realize.

Have you ever noticed how your brain can replay the same worry over and over, like a song that won’t stop looping? You’re not alone. Many young people I meet in my BC counselling practice describe this constant overthinking as exhausting. It’s like your mind refuses to take a break, even when you desperately need one.

Have you ever felt like your emotions were just too much, or like your mind wouldn’t stop overthinking? Maybe you’ve watched your child struggle and wondered how to best support them. If so, you’re not alone. These are the challenges I help young people and parents with every day.

Feeling like it’s all too much?

There are times when school, friends, work, and expectations pile up so high that you don’t know how to manage. Maybe you’ve thought about telling a parent, guardian, or another adult you trust how how stressed you feel, but the words get stuck or you worry they will not understand. You are not alone. Here in British Columbia, I hear from many teens and young adults who feel this way. They want support but are unsure how to ask for it. The good news is there are ways to make that conversation feel easier and more honest.

Ever feel like your brain just won’t shut off?

You lie in bed replaying a conversation from earlier or scroll endlessly trying to quiet your mind. Here in BC, I meet so many teens and young adults who tell me they’re stuck in this cycle of worry and overthinking. The good news is that small daily habits can make a real difference in calming anxiety and helping your mind feel more settled.

Recognizing when anxiety becomes more than “just stress”

Do you ever wonder if what you’re feeling is “normal”?

You’re lying in bed, your brain won’t shut off, and suddenly you’re replaying every embarrassing thing you’ve ever said. Or maybe your chest feels tight before class, or you find yourself saying no to plans because the thought of going out feels overwhelming.