A Letter From Me – Teen Letter to Parent

Sometimes it can be easier for teens to write about what they are thinking and feeling than to say it out loud. A Letter From Me – Teen Version provides a structured but open-ended way for teens to communicate what has been on their mind with a parent, caregiver, family member, or other important person in their life.

Through thoughtful sentence prompts, teens are encouraged to explore what they have been feeling, challenges they may be facing, what they wish others understood, how they tend to respond during difficult moments, and what helps or makes communication harder. The activity also encourages teens to consider their own role in the relationship and identify something they can work on themselves.

This resource can be used in individual or family therapy to support emotional expression, increase insight, and help begin conversations that may otherwise be difficult to have. The completed letter can be shared during a session, taken home, or simply used as a tool to help the teen organize and communicate their thoughts.